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What is mana (MP) in video games?

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In video games, "mana" (MP, Magic Points, Mana Points) is a resource or energy used by players or game characters to activate magical spells, special attacks, or abilities.
Mana is an indicator that determines how much a player or character can use magical or special abilities in the game. Each magical action or special attack requires a certain amount of mana to activate. When a character uses magic or special attacks, the amount of mana decreases.
Players must balance the use of mana in the game, as using magical attacks or abilities can lead to depleting the mana supply. To restore mana, players can use special items, perform actions in the game, or use special abilities that allow them to regenerate their mana over time.
Quite often in video games, after activating a magical action, the available mana decreases (each magical attack has its cost, measured in mana points) and a cooldown is activated. So to repeat this magical attack again, one must ensure they have the required amount of mana and wait for the spell to recharge.
Mana is a special characteristic in games with a fantasy or magical setting, such as role-playing games (RPG) or games with fantasy elements, where players can use spells and magical attacks. Mana adds a strategic element to gameplay, as players must wisely use their magical abilities to successfully overcome enemies and challenges in the game.
In addition to mana, a character has a supply of XP, which also needs to be constantly monitored.

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