Is this really elemental magic?

[He isn't sure if wax falls under any of the elements, but then he's still far from a scholar in the vast field of magical theory.]

Anyway, I'm pretty sure that there are chants for most kinds of magic. The first exorcism I learned, for one, relied on recitation.

[He removes his gloves and cups his hands halfways around the flame, trying to warm them up a little.]

I've found glyphs to be more effective though. They take more mana, but demand less concentration.