One of the most common spells used to inflict damage on one's opponent, is the
spell magic missile. This spell conjures a small bolt of pure magical energy
and directs it at the target. While this spell is considered by many to be a
magical damage type attack spell, virtually all mages are taught this spell as
their first attack spell. Not only is  it a simple spell to learn, since it
uses pure magical energy, it gives the student a chance to learn other basic
concepts about magic.