Scholar... SAY WHUT?

[Bowen]

How so?

(Just to be clear, I'm fine by your decision I'm just curious as to how it's different)

While they're certainly similar looking, there was originally a huge distinction between the two. Thaumaturges use Scepters and Staves. Conjurers use Wands and Radicals.

Here are the definitions for them according to Gamerescape:
Scepter vs Wand

A scepter is a short rod made of metal and/or bone, within which is housed a medium -- a natural stone imbued with magical properties. Scepters are arms of the Thaumaturge.

A wand is a short rod made of unworked wood which is used to focus aether until it manifests as a desired spell. Wands are arms of the Conjurer.

Staff vs Radical

A staff is a long rod made of metal and/or bone, within which is housed a medium -- a natural stone imbued with magical properties. Staffs (also called "staves") are arms of the Thaumaturge.

A radical is a long rod made of unworked wood which is used to focus aether until it manifests as a desired spell. Radicals are arms of the Conjurer.

Saying they're the same thing is like saying lions and tigers are the same because they're both felines.