[He drums his fingers on the table for a minute as he tries to figure out where to begin.] Despite how easy it is to explain the very basics of Symbology, the study of practical Symbology relies heavily on observing individuals. Just as Symbology can exacerbate or attune symbological elements, people's symbological affinity can affect the strength of their Symbology.

A single person doesn't have equal affinity for all the elements. So, in that way, it's similar to working with magic from the Filial spirits.