Chapter 92: Tiers of Magic (3)

Rainer headed to the Seeker’s Circle first, as much of him being named Ambassador relied heavily on his Tier 6 spell and his willingness to display the Aura Rune. His visit to the Enchanter’s Conclave would be tomorrow and after tonight’s ball.

He understood that he technically hasn’t learned to enchant Fae yet and hoped to explain how quickly he could learn it without revealing too much about the [Archon] class.

He had already written [Inferno] in a book constructed by Luna. Compared to [Frozen Sun], [Inferno] was just at the border of reaching tier 6 while [Frozen Sun] was a true tier 6 spell. Not that the experience gain would be any different.

Comparing [Frozen Sun] and [Inferno] to their mass destruction tier 5 counterparts, Rainer gained a moderate understanding of their differences.

Tier 6 spells of mass destruction were flexible. While [Inferno] lacked the single target ability of [Frozen Sun], it could still be focused into pillars of flame across the area of the spell. Whereas every tier 5 spell Rainer had found in Nalmar could only be used for a wide area, and equally across it, with some variation in the total size.

Reaching the Seeker’s Circle with Laneth leading the way, Rainer noted a circle of tall towers of a variety of colors and the usual white stone of the Fae city, surrounding a large building in the center. Waiting for him at the entrance of the walled off circle was Elder Laria.

Within the circle of towers itself, were numerous strange trees that let off a feeling of Magic to Rainer. Opening [Arcane Sight], he glanced at them, noting the strange vein like magic that coursed through their bark and across their bluish leaves.

Laria expression of excitement was not hidden in the slightest as she approached Rainer.

“Good to see you again. Your help in Court was truly apricated,” Rainer said, giving a small bow like any other Fae.

Elder Laria returned the bow, doing her best not to rush the [Archon].

“Shall we be started right away?” Rainer asked much the Fae’s glee.

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In a wide-open part of the more private spell library of the Seeker’s Circle, Rainer placed the tome he recreated on the Tier 6 [Inferno]. The Great Sage personal notes simply wouldn’t do. With Rainer’s experience in Mana Packet usage and a more powerful Tier 6 in his spellbook, it wasn’t hard to write a proper tome with the numerous ones he’s seen.

Laria took the tome first, holding it as if it was her firstborn, much to the jealousy of her peers.

Crossing the gap from Tier 5 to 6 had long since puzzled the mages of the Fae. Added on was that compared to the societies Rainer was used to, Fae Mages did not hold the highest status. This belonged to powerful users of Spirit Magic and Body Enchanters.

Nonetheless, their sheer military might could not be ignored, and with the Enchanter’s Conclave, they played a significant role in expediting the meeting in favor of the [Archon] being able to trade with them more openly.

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While they were all distracted by the now greatly treasured tome, Rainer took out tomes for each of the Tier 5 spells of Nalmar.

In truth giving such military might was a questionable action, but with his new increased [Void Detection] range, he’d welcome a Mage ignorant enough to use such a long cast time spell against him. In fact, the only reason Furtak's even sped up powerful ball of flame hadn’t spelled an early death for the Goblin against Rainer was the lack of ability to reach him in a single Void-walk.

Added on was the fact that Elru told him the Fae already had a quite a collection of Tier 5 Magic.

He saw little downside in sharing these.

“For trade,” Rainer said pointing at the new tomes, “All tier 5 spells from the schools of Fire, Light, Water, Wind, Tera, and Lightning. ”

After getting a closer look at the Darkness tier 5 spell, Rainer decided not to share that one. It’s possible abilities in the hands of a race like Fae even surpassed his usual relaxed attitude on sharing.

Laria managed to pull herself away from the newly received [Inferno] to speak with Rainer.

“Feel free to peruse anything in this floor. Spells from tier 1 to 5 are available, but for anything more personal to certain Mages…will require a more direct trade. There is also some higher ranked spells relating to mind and tracking Magic I’m afraid are not a part of the deal.”

Laria looked toward the [Archon], but he didn’t seem to show any issue with the revelation to her relief.

“Our specialties range in Wind, Tera, and Illusion,” She added. Thanks for reading on ManaNovel!

Rainer nodded as he looked out over the small, but filled library.

He, of course, had no doubt more was removed than claimed. [Mana Reading] had shown Laria’s words as not the full truth but it didn’t take much for Rainer to make that assumption even without that point.

“Sir-Adep-Ar-Arcsirdept,” A Fae bumbled out over to Rainer’s left. He noted the young male and showed a smile to him seeing how nervous he was. Though, he just wanted to start skimming through the library in preparation for [Sleep Learning].

“M-Might we have your thoughts on the d-d-differences between the 5th and 6th Tier?”

Several nodded in agreement though he could tell others didn’t believe someone as young as him had much to say on the matter. In the end, even those surer in the [Archon]’s capabilities felt this was a gift from his order and not at all from him directly.

“When it comes to spells of mass destruction, it’s both complex and simple...” He said pretending to be absentminded as if the question was of little importance.

“Versatility.”

And with that word, he headed off to pursue the tomes in front of him. Several of the Fae mumbled as if seemingly in revelation. They had noted the capabilities of [Inferno] and with his comment quickly understood. Several even made a mental note when it came time for more personal trading to share far more than they intended.

Most rushed off to work on Tier 5 spells they had created in the past. With such long lives and a longer-lived society, even lacking the ability to create a Tier 6 spell, their Tier 5 spells were numerous.

Laria looked at the [Archon] for a moment before deciding just to leave some of her apprentices behind in case he required assistance or headed to areas disallowed. They weren’t instructed to stop him by any means, but there were others who had such orders.

Her vision turned focused, however, as she watched the [Archon] starting skimming through the books as if casually flipping the pages out of boredom.

Mind Magic?

She questioned. Methods of accelerated learning were known but came with powerful side effects. And above all else, she did not sense even a hint of something resembling Mind Magic coming from him. Only the gentle hum of the strange violet Runic lines that gently glowed on his body.

Sighing, she left the room, Tier 6 [Inferno] in hand. Fire affinities were not at all common among Fae, but their interest encompassed the simple fact it was a Tier 6 spell.

In truth, she wished for a purely open exchange. She imagined this Tier 6 spell wasn’t even close to all what this Arcane Order had. But even if they convinced the Courts to open most of the library to the [Archon], certain magics were vehemently off-limits, with even most of her peers agreeing.

As one who wished to pursue the deeper mysteries of Magic, she could only see this as souring future relations. The [Archon] would not be oblivious to how much was kept to him, she ventured.

But unable to do anything, she resigned herself to her fate apart from some thoughts on just what it took to join this order, recalling the Fire-Touched Goblin that followed the [Archon].

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Deciding to leave personal trades for a later time, Rainer finished skimming through the tomes he was most interested in, before leaving the rest for later. After a short talk with Laneth, Rainer wanted to go back to Furtak’s city but return soon after for the Ball that would introduce him as an Ambassador.

After some flight, he carried his party through the Fae Ring. Rainer wished to interrogate Maya, before figuring what to do with her afterward. Leaving her alone in such an unsure situation for too long bothered him.

His thoughts steered toward the possibility of raiding Raspard’s Guild, conclave, group, lair or where ever the Devil Summoner came from. Welcoming a guilt-free opportunity to acquire new Magics by force, Rainer hoped to learn more about everything Raspard had done.

Whether it was the use of the Soul ring now holding two Fae souls or the strange Devil Transformation, he knew there was much he might learn from the deceased man.

“Have you decided on your Attire?” Elru asked as they flew within Rainer’s flight spell.

Rainer nodded, choosing to later assist Luna in creating formal attire of his world that would go with his enchanted coat. It had been Elru’s suggestion to keep it on open display given its strength would automatically contribute to prestige.

His and Kara’s Spatial Rings didn’t hurt for that matter.

The Ball was set to happen quite late at night, starting at 2 a.m. Even if many a Fae desired sleep, he remembered that as magical beings they did not actually need to. Nor did they particularly care for night or day in their pursuit of it.

He wondered if he should just skip the Ball, but with the Enchanter’s Conclave meeting scheduled for tomorrow, he almost felt like there was cheating involved in forcing him to attend.

His complaints were only met with teasing from Kara.

“What should I do about all those beautiful Fae chasing after the one I love?” She said. The annoyed look on Rainer’s face during dinner along with his general disinterest beyond the novelty of a new race left her lacking of any jealous feelings, as well as being entirely unhelpful in assisting Rainer in avoiding his fate.

Rainer smiled at her gentle ribbing, hearing her return his words to him that she had eavesdropped. In truth, he had not a clue if the word even meant anything significant in this world.

But he’d take it either way.