‘Mana Well’ example based on ViraX’s ‘Falling Snow System’ code. I added one Turbosquid model and atmospheric music to make it more dramatic :)

ViraX example:
http://www.gamemaker3d.com/forum/examples/200-falling-snow-system

Free TurboSquid model:
http://www.turbosquid.com/3d-models/entrance-castle-bridge-3d-model/242676

Creative Commons music:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-yh3gwwaUI

Have fun :)