Chapter 104: Chapter 103 Easy-to-Understand Arcane Magic (Part 3)
“So, you’ve made your decision?”
Looking at Fang Zheng in front of him, Rex furrowed his brow.
“To specialize in Spellcraft, and then study Prophecy, Protection, and Shaping Energy on the side?”
Fang Zheng nodded, a conclusion he had reached after much thought.
Spellcraft System was a must to specialize in, considering that he might likely summon various Soulstones in the future, it was naturally easier for Fang Zheng to explain with a Spellcraft identity. As for the Prophecy spells, Fang Zheng planned to use them in conjunction with his Time Ability. Based on his understanding of the Prophecy System, some of its spells could achieve effects similar to the Time Ability, thus Fang Zheng saw it as a double enhancement, not lacking in anything.
As for Protection and Shaping Energy, those were ultimately the disciplines Fang Zheng decided on, since he was currently lacking in defensive magic and long-range attacking abilities. Although he was irresistibly attracted to Illusion Technique and Enchantment—Spell Schools that could be played for fun—after long consideration, he still felt that his safety was paramount.
With his status, what woman wouldn’t he have? He didn’t need to resort to such methods to attract women, and moreover, he was a Paladin after all.
A Templar learning spells to manipulate others’ wills and thoughts would likely tarnish the Sanctuary’s reputation.
This was also a consideration in Fang Zheng’s choice of specialty; he wasn’t an unknown rookie, but a knight of the Sanctuary, and a Grand Knight at that. While a Grand Knight entering the White Tower to study magic was already a topic of discussion, if Fang Zheng chose disciplines like Necromancy, Enchantment, and Illusion Technique, it might give the impression that the Sanctuary itself favored such practices… Besides, that would only decrease Shi Dong and the others’ favorable impression of him, a loss not worth the gain.
It was for these reasons that Fang Zheng gave up these three Spell Schools. As for the Transmutation School… well, although it was powerful as well, for Fang Zheng, its utility was far less compared to the other four systems, thus he ultimately abandoned the Transmutation spells.
“Indeed, specializing in Spellcraft is more than suitable for you. I’ve heard that the little girl by your side was also summoned by you… perhaps this ability is in your blood.”
As he spoke, Rex reached into his desk, shuffled around a bit, and then threw several books over.
“Here, these are the basics of Protection, Spellcraft, and Shaping Energy. Read them yourself, same old rule, come to me if you don’t understand. As for Prophecy, come directly to me.”
As he spoke, Rex crossed his arms and stared intensely at Fang Zheng.
“I’m a Prophecy System mentor; you don’t believe me?”
Honestly, I really don’t.
Fang Zheng silently observed Rex’s muscular build, at a loss for words.
“May I ask… why did you choose the Prophecy System?”
“Isn’t that obvious?”
In response to Fang Zheng’s question, Rex snorted dismissively.
“It’s convenient for fighting, of course. Look, I strike before the opponent has a chance, isn’t that the way to victory? I see potential in you, kid, work hard!”
You make a lot of sense.
Fang Zheng put away the books and silently backed away.
A muscular prophecy mentor… well, any image he had of a wizard donning robes and performing mysterious acts completely shattered.
Returning to his room, Fang Zheng greeted Nymph and then delved back into his spell studies.
This time, it was real spellcraft.
Compared to those tricks that were previously just good for lighting lamps and freezing meat, what Fang Zheng was now seeing was what a mage would use after becoming a professional.
And first, he was to learn the most basic and important spell of the Spellcraft System.
Summoning creatures from the Otherworld.
The spell was not difficult, since the textbooks Rex gave Fang Zheng were elementary, naturally not permitting him to summon a Flame Demon. After some study, Fang Zheng also finally understood the concepts and traits of Spellcraft spells.
In layman’s terms, Spellcraft basically involved using the Power of the Soul to post on a forum in the multiverse, and then, if an Otherworld creature that saw the post was willing to take the task, they would reply, and then be teleported to the summoner’s side.
Of course, as a return, summoners also have to fulfill their demands. According to the “textbook,” the demands of these creatures from otherworlds vary. If it’s a benevolent creature, it probably just wants to protect more lives, fight evil, or simply wishes to see other worlds to broaden its perspective.
However, if it’s an evil creature, it might be more interested in revenge, slaughter, and destruction.
As for the strength of the summoned creatures, it depended on the caster’s own level of power. Just like Fang Zheng, who had just started, he could only post in the Level One Area, and those who saw his post were the weakest creatures. As Fang Zheng progressed further down this path, his “permissions” would also increase, allowing him to post in other sections.
Such as the Second Rank Area, the Level Three Area, or the Heaven Area, Hell Area, Otherworld Area, and so on…
Not only that, if Fang Zheng’s power was strong enough, he could set his “posts” to be featured, pinned to the top, or highlighted in bold and red to attract the attention of those with great powers.
Of course, the cost he had to pay was also substantial.
At this point, Fang Zheng suddenly remembered something.
Then what about the creatures summoned by the “Dimensional Codex”?
“Master? What is it?”
Hearing Fang Zheng’s voice, Nymph, who was engrossed in reading “Knight’s Revenge,” curiously looked up at Fang Zheng.
“Why were you summoned here?”
“Eh? Master, did I do something wrong?”
Upon hearing Fang Zheng’s question, Nymph visibly tensed up, hastily put down the book, and stood up to anxiously inquire. Seeing Little Angel’s anxious look, Fang Zheng also waved his hand.
“No, you misunderstood. I am studying the summoning techniques of this world, and it occurred to me that you were summoned by me as well, so I wanted to ask… how you came here.”
Hearing Fang Zheng say it wasn’t a reprimand, Nymph finally relaxed, then she closed her eyes and thought for a while before speaking.
“Actually, I don’t really understand…”
“I only remember being in Synapsus before, then… something seemed to happen, and then I was summoned by you, Master, to this world. But what exactly happened, I’m not very clear, I only know that you are my master, and it was you who summoned me…”
“Then you… don’t feel dissatisfied?”
Upon hearing this, Nymph vigorously shook her head.
“I think it’s good here. To be honest, I was worried at first, but now I think this world is not bad either, at least better than my own world…”
At this point, Nymph didn’t continue, and Fang Zheng didn’t ask further. From Little Angel’s complex tone, it could be inferred that her world was not quite wonderful.
At least, so it seemed to Little Angel.
“Sorry, it seems I’ve reminded you of unpleasant things.”
Hearing Fang Zheng speak, Nymph raised her head and showed a smile.
“Master is really kind. In Synapsus, I never felt this way. Artificial Angels like us were just created as weapons, and everyone… never mind.”
Seeing Nymph’s expression, Fang Zheng nodded, not dwelling further on the topic. Since Nymph didn’t want to talk about it, he was not going to pry.
And for Fang Zheng, the most important thing now was to study and learn these spells.
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