The School of Night

The School of Night is a secret group that includes free-thinking men of the 1590s, and it is a symbol of their attitudes and their secrecy. The fact that they are called a school is significant because it symbolizes that they are learning and teaching. The fact that they are of the night symbolizes that many of their actions are hidden. This is partly because they are touting ideas that are not accepted during this time.

The Ashmole 782

This is a manuscript that exists in both the 1500s and the 21st Century and symbolizes the longevity of the magic and the extent of the relationships between the various creatures. In the 21st Century, the number of creatures (vampires, witches, and daemons) is decreasing, and Matthew believes the manuscript has information on this topic as well as information explaining how the creatures came into...