Chapter 21: Learning magic (4)
xJMtEthella walked around comfortably, as if she did not enter the Spirit Zone, and continued to explain.IShco
QPx6OThis is the basic form of the Spirit Zone. It takes up all the space equally. However, in an actual fight, more often than not, you will not have the opportunity to use the entire space. Let me give you an example.017BQ5n
XroWhen Ethella flicked her finger, a target appeared 20 meters away.pZk
JSqwWith a diameter of only 10 meters, you won’t be able to affect the target with magic. As such, you would have no choice but to either move towards them or increase the size of your Spirit Zone. However, simply changing the size of your Spirit Zone isnt something you can do on a whim But by changing the shape, you can do something like this.20GkT
HPfGDpEthellas Zone lengthened in the direction of the target. It had the same volume but was able to reach the target by changing its shape.ZUaebx
F3aMwDThe shape of your mind dictates the shape of your Spirit Zone. And thenO0e
aWH2WyEthella held out her hand and chanted.iznMS
alafwFire.FzrE6uW
u7wnyjMFire burst out and burned the target 20 meters away. The eyes of the new students who were in their first-ever class popped open. Ethella, who had been taken lightly because of her gentle appearance, suddenly looked imposing.AmMXgmq
Rfc8ngHowever, there is a fatal problem when using this method.S5V
WIqZDue to Ethellas words, the new students were embarrassed after hearing that the demonstration a while ago was actually an example of something bad.Wx0ULi
TedThe shape of the Zone can vary. However, having to change the shape every second in a battle is inefficient. So mages use a specific pattern to decrease its inefficiency. And they do it through the Spirit Zones four patterns, the Four Way Formation.sjS
BeGShirones heart started pounding after hearing the concept for the first time.ipy
BuqThe first form in the Four Way Formation is the Defense Form.uh3
DuS31NEthellas Spirit Zone closed in and transformed into a cube with 20 triangular faces. Although it looked rough, it appeared similar to a sphere from a distance.NbDbxw
vq8KPPR/N: Imagine a sphere thats sort of squarish and has a low-polygon count, thats what it looks like.GzIs6Ms
BK15RtThe basis of the Defense Form is the cube. Its about building a mental framework using the frames. Oh, and the frames are the triangular faces, for those who dont know. The more frames the cube has, the more durable it becomes. It’s also a shape that can protect a large number of allies. Next is the Attack Form.bwP
FcbJEthella changed the shape of her Spirit Zone. The spherical surface area seemed to decrease, while dozens of long needles extended in all directions.vkdg
CAUma7KThe Attack Form has, what we call, a star shape. In return for decreasing the center area, it extends the number of Zones. It covers all directions, so you dont have to worry about the location of your target. Its the ideal form when dealing with multiple enemies. Next is the target form.ByI
qR69Ethellas Zone changed once again. Her Spirit Zone extended out into the four cardinal directions: north, east, south, and west. The final form was shaped like a cross.2Hoj
dxcZn4qThe basis of the Target Form is the cross. It has the longest range among the basic forms of the Four Way Formation, and although its power is less than that of the Offensive Form, it can easily detect and seize the target.Ukv
aVS8EtAs she flicked her finger, the targets began to encircle Ethella and in response, she followed the targets with sharp eyes.MaX8o
Xsvhjsj45 degrees to the side. Fire.dtOyq
CA3buxThe cross started spinning, and every time the cross caught a target, fire shot out. Magic was cast simultaneously, front to rear, left to right. And no mistakes were made. It was as if she also had eyes located at the back of her head.rLrT3
HEMhWhat you need to master for the Target Form is the speed of your Spirit Zone rotation. While, when done to an extreme, the Straight Form will have the greatest range. But this adjustment is only really used when attacking from a distance and if the target is straight ahead. Since a mage is usually stationed at the very end of a straight line, it is extremely difficult to change the direction of the Spirit Zone.V8Nv
HDYMk0Ethella stopped talking for a second and took the time to wipe her glasses.Ijv9O
37Y1rbLastly, the Deviate Form is about shifting the center of the Zone. In other words, it would be like moving your brain.P9n4PX
EwUShirone did not understand. The center of the Zone indicates the mages head, so how could someone just move it?L8gXkl
3vtyql0Ethella returned to the basic form.2pOT
rS1UXAfter a while, her Spirit Zone began to move while maintaining its shape as a sphere.VayPkIt
0XupQkfTen seconds later, her Spirit Zone completely detached from Ethellas body.my7Tkuh
riw5Shirone was amazed. If a Zone was a mages mind, what was in the center of that Zone?YbH
8MJQThis is the Deviate Form. Its a special one among the four forms. This is because the further away it goes, the smaller the zone becomes. And learning it is quite difficult. It is to the point that there are mages that specialize in only that form. That is how hard it is to handle the Deviate Form. However, there is one thing to keep in mind It is the fastest among the four forms. Its activation speed is instant.2nQU
dLhCRBFFor a finale, Ethella showed her students the Four Way Formation in sequence, one after the other. From a hardened cube, to a jagged star, then a stretched cross, and finally, when it returned to a sphere, the Zone broke off from her body and rapidly whirled around her.zHTM0
equiWhoaaaaagQZKecx
pIW7zAiClass 7 students finally realized. The Four Way Formation was not something easily achieved within a year or two. The teacher in front of them was a certified Grade 6 mage, not a brainless, innocent-looking child.8JTT
UCn4EFrom now on, you guys will be practicing the Four Way Formation. Youll be practicing the four forms in repetition. Now, lets spread out by class and practice.V9R
e5YjoThe students were taught different lessons according to their class. Shirone took Ethellas class along with Class 7 students.JNB
ayLjcVxFirst of all, let’s learn more about the Defense Form. Depending on the mages propensity, they will have an easier time with certain forms. But its good to constantly polish and strengthen the Defensive Form. Because even in chaotic battlefields, you will be able to concentrate, and above all, you will gain the strength to resist Anti-Magic.250
MB1CKBeShirone recalled the precautions he had heard yesterday, and since the staff did not answer, his question still remained.TMSvhe
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wFPPQMs. Romie, I have a question. Um May I ask a question?3WLsP
NgRYuHoho, feel free to ask. I hope asking if you can ask a question was not your question.nGkgl
gv491Um, yes. Why is Anti-Magic a forbidden magic? I hear that a lot of mages are studying Anti-Magic legally.yDcY9VP
uHZkeHmm, let’s see. There are two types of Anti-Magic. Anti-Magic for mages and Anit-Magic on artifacts. Do you know this?dIzy
bHvYes, I do.o8PW8
v43Anti-Magic is the Spirit Zone imbued with special properties. Therefore, the effectiveness differs depending on the mind of the mage. That is whats different from artifact Anti-Magic.Bmhdlwc
R63So it can be dangerous if clumsily handled.akt6
5Mq47Thats exactly it. If you were to cast it without being familiar with it, it might lead to an accident. Mages who specialize in Anti-Magic train in only that for a lifetime. Though a lot of times, they reach a dead end. The academy does not recommend that path to all of you.u4dgW9
PRyiShirone nodded. It was a magic that destroyed minds, so it was not a subject to study at an academy filled with kids.AJVT
FVLV8qXOkay! Back to the Four Way Formation.HpOvH
WqbFK7JEach Class 7 student began practicing. The trick was to build a mental framework first and then connect it together.QQDi
8iu4After practicing for a while, Shirone felt his Spirit Zone becoming solid, so he opened his eyes. He couldnt visually confirm as it wasnt an Image Zone, but he certainly seemed to have achieved something.tPij
8VWtrx4It was a remarkable achievement considering Shirone was a convergent type. This was the result of him focusing only on his Spirit Zone for 6 years.3pf5e
I1ZWow! Look at that!FhIhXp
DmxdxDHis classmates pointed to an Image Zone and shouted.ppOH7B
7gyt6IClass 4 students were taking turns, and now it was Amys turn And she put on an amazing show.sooL
39AC5gpAmy cast the Target Form. Her cross turned 90 degrees to the right and then 270 degrees to the left, twisting between angles incessantly and shooting flames.EB9AXuj
FFCiThe length of the Zone was about 20 meters, which was an acceptable level for a Target Form, but the rotational speed of the Zone was incredible.N9U
KSjZTAlthough the targets were up from all directions, the number of flames shooting out from four directions was at the level of rapid firing.IdNzbhu
BYEpAfter destroying 120 targets in an instant, Amy removed her Zone. Beautiful looks with outstanding skills. Underclassmen looked up at her with twinkling eyes.S7ULei
Aw0a5Shirone realized again after seeing the awe in the eyes of the Class 7 students Why was a girl from such an amazing family hanging out with thugs six years ago?vYzug
fNwFHYAfter ruminating in his head, Shirone suddenly flinched. Amy, who just came out from the Image Zone, was staring right at Shirone. And naturally, other students followed her gaze and also turned to stare at Shirone.eRGBLia
rxDzHuh? Do they know each other?dMgnPd
ognDh3sNo? Wasnt he admitted just yesterday?j3dEH
BoJDont tell me she fell for him Shes someone who doesnt even glimpse at anyonebbm
bg5yiuAfter hearing the whispers among the crowd, Amy hurriedly turned her gaze away. She felt like she was going crazy.wdVELa
ebFBP8HAmy knew Shirone was the only one who knew about her immature past. After all, she had straightened herself out after she started learning magic.BmF
C3wCThis cant be Im graduating soon. If a rumor were to spread now, everything could go down the drain. What should I do?irm
z2OqvAlthough Amy went back to her place, none of the students moved to use the Image Zone. In both fame and reputation, she was No. 1 in the Intermediate Class, so no matter who volunteered to come forward, they would only be humiliated in front of the lowerclassmen.wpo7wo
o22BLJcShirone thought right now was an opportunity and walked up to Ethella.cEn
yoYMs. Romie, if you dont mind, can I go next?I6sGgn
p0sml9Hm? You mean into the Image Zone?ZUbn
MKdWCEthella tilted her head. What reason could there be for a student who had just started learning the Four Way Formation to use the Image Zone?GzxV
Jxl7Wait a minute the upperclassmen have to go first. Thats the rule.fafbm4M
CmRpEthella waited But nobody made a move to use it. So instead of letting such an expensive device go to waste, she thought itd be best to let someone give it a go, even if it was for just a simple experience.rBF
WKyCxAlright. It wont hurt to try it out in advance. However, the targets wont be up. You might get hurt.3PdHH
dluh2Okay, I just thought itd be a good idea to have a look at my Defense Form.YjvxV11
tMigQ8What?cdqepJ7
sWdEthella asked, dumbfounded. But Shirone, who didnt catch it, was already walking away.nCdPl
MamAs the Image Zone went up, upperclassmen whistled and applauded However, they didnt do it to encourage him. Rather, they just wanted a good show. They werent expecting much. Without giving them his attention, Shirone walked to the center with no care.GQma22
AWsi3AdAmy, who was drinking water, looked towards the stage. And as soon as her eyes caught Shirone’s figure, she spewed out the water in her mouth.SAVjLn4
YT6PFFFFFFFFT!QolDj
jEuaYou okay, Amy? Whats wrong?dFDcGe
RWqWhat the heck is he doing? Hes from Class 7, what can he do? He should know better than that.OYai5g
KYnMNAt the sudden occurrence, class time turned into break time. However, Shirone was solely focused on what he was about to do.DoTqri
JcncAs Shirone entered the Spirit Zone, his sphere began to swell rapidly. As soon as he saw it with his eyes, he stopped breathing. Overwhelmed by the image, Shirone unconsciously stopped expanding.opoq
Knt5okxThe noisy students were at a loss for words. The size of the Zone was 20 meters in diameter. Considering the average diameter for Class 7 students was 13 meters, it was safe to say that this was the appearance of a new prodigy.3ZAkA
BgPipWow! Its huge!51kE8O
EExfHumph. Can anything be labeled as magic if it just increases in size? Its nothing more than an air bubble.nuH1M
ZbmSnKcShirone was taken aback. Just before he entered the Image Zone, the frame he had built was fine, but now it was bending like a Korean taffy.8YHDSsA
ZVTAHow come its not working?3Rf
5owTDid my mentality waver after seeing my own Spirit Zone? That cant be the reasonJ46Ox
K33UShirone did not think he was that weak, so he was positive the problem laid within the basics.BWD
ga3ttAHA! Thats it!aq8B
w1xIn his current state, The Four Way Formation would inevitably collapse. This was because this was his first time casting it, and due to that, he needed to concentrate way more and expend way more mental strength in order to cast the Four Way Formation.UMnM
1rYrOfThere was a lack of materials to build the structure. At a diameter of only 20 meters, he would not be able to construct a frame as rigid as steel.6fc
LnojuI have to increase the size to the maximum.W07Vp
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