It was my second day of tutoring Celestina in magic.
　It was a match against a golem in the garden.

　Xelloss summoned the mud golems, all of which were set to a level of about 3.
　You can find a lot more information on this at ......

In the event you're a mage, it's meaningless if you can't actually do close combat. If you're a mage, you're nothing more than tasty bait when your magic runs out.

　That's what he said.

　In general, this opinion is correct, and in general, like in some games, when you run out of magic power, you are nothing but a liability.
　This is a common perception in this world, and there are no mages who would dare to fight in the first place.
　On the battlefield, mages are mere turrets, weak and chicken-hearted bastards who endlessly repeat long-range bombardment of the enemy until their magic power runs out.
　You'll be able to find a lot more than just a few of them in the market.
　You can find a lot of people who are looking for a new way to look at the world. It is common for them to get into a fight like this, saying, "Don't be a scarecrow chicken who can't fight when his magic runs out.
　The people of the city are all talking about the possibility of an internal split and the outbreak of a civil war.

　The royal family does not support either side, and the Grand Duke of Solistea is just watching, neutral.
　In such a situation, the nobles are divided into two factions and are bickering with each other.
　They are pouring oil on the fire, and there is nothing they can do about it.

　The neutral royals were the next to take notice, and the two factions began to work behind the scenes to get both sides to join their camps.
　And with the mage factions dragging each other down, the situation has become increasingly chaotic.

Fighting is fundamental. If you fail to do so, you will die on the battlefield, and more importantly, you will put your friends in danger.
　It is always necessary to check your own magic power, but it would be naive to think that you can always attack from a safe distance.
　In the first place, a mage must be a seeker of wisdom, and it is nonsense to be addicted to power.
　In addition, it is outrageous to mock the Knights.
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You're right, Sensei. I'm not sure what to make of it.
It would be nice if the ...... Knights and Sorcerers had this kind of mindset, but it won't happen for a while.

　The training was in the form of actual combat, so Creston was there to keep an eye on his granddaughter.

I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to do it, but I'm sure I'll be able to do it.
　I'm not sure if you'll be able to find a way to get rid of it, but I'm sure you can.
　I'm sure you'll be able to understand why I'm here.

I've never seen such gorgeous training before. I never thought of using a golem.
It's tricky in a group fight, but if you can get through it, your fighting skills will improve. Moreover, golems are treated as demons even if they are artificially created, so you should only experience them.

　The experience you get from defeating a demon can be turned into your own power by taking in the magical power that builds the demon.
　It is possible to raise your skill level or body level significantly, and if you use magic to deplete it, it will contribute slightly to raising your own magic power, which is expected to be effective enough.
　However, there is a huge difference in level between the two to make this possible, and to create a large number of golems, you need to have the right amount of magic power.
　In this regard, Xellos has an unparalleled level of magic and power, and can create as many golems as he wants.
　In addition to the robes, Celestina also wore a set of armor on top of the robes.
　I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.

Now, we will begin training. If you're not careful, you can get hurt, so please be careful.
　Also, it's going to be very hard for you to fight for a long time, so you'll need to conserve your magic power on your own.

　Adjusting your magic power is of course to know the balance of your own magic power, and if you fail to do so, you will lose by consuming magic power without thinking.
　This is a training exercise, but when it comes to actual combat, the amount of magic power you have left can determine whether you live or die.
　Celestina was full of motivation, even though it was a hard training to learn it sensibly.

　Since she could not use magic, she had always been an observer in this kind of practical training.
　Therefore, this training was a proof that Celestina herself had become a mage.
　There was no reason not to be excited.

　The mad golem begins to move at once.
　The golem itself is non-living, so it can be easily destroyed by destroying the core.
　However, the Xellos will replenish what is lost, so you will have to fight on and on.

　This is a rough training to learn how to use weapons, and at the same time, to improve your magical attribute skills and physical skills.

"Eeeeeeeeeeee!

　Celestina crushes golems one by one with her mace.
　You'll be able to find a lot more than just a few of them.
　He clears away golems that come at him from the left, and sometimes he has the audacity to jump into their pockets.

There's something about ...... that makes it seem like you're used to fighting?
I'm sure you've been watching the training and trying to figure out how to move in your own way.
　I'm sure you've been watching the drills and thinking about how you're going to move. You're a little unsteady on your feet and a little unreliable, but ...... you're moving like you're supposed to.
I'm sure you'll agree.　That's an unexpected talent. Maybe I should take the plunge and become a magic swordsman.
"Hmm, ...... is not bad. But she wants to be a mage, you know?
I can do it with my fists.　I can do it with my fists, though I'd lose to a comparable swordsman.
"Then you are undefeated in this land. No other mage has mastered the art of combat as you have.

　At first, Celestina was able to defeat the golem without difficulty.
　But that didn't last long.
　In the first 10 minutes of her training, her movements became slower and slower, and she was gradually pushed into a corner.
　As she was not originally trained as a swordsman, she probably did not have pacing in mind from the start.
　Her movements slowed from fatigue, and the golem's attacks began to hit her.

This is where it all begins. This is where the real battle begins. How to overcome this predicament is the essence of a mage, and it is the most important part of combat.
"Such things can only be learned in battle. She's going to have a hard time.
But the more you continue, the more you'll learn and the more you'll improve her skills.


But first, won't I be stuck with sore muscles?

　Muscle pains are the labor pains that make you stronger.
　In order to truly become a mage, you need to be able to move quickly and judge situations, and this painful time is the perfect time to learn that.

　No matter how strong you are, there are always many strong people who are defeated by sheer numbers.
　This is a man-made calamity that occurs when a person is drowning in his own strength and neglects to fight for his life.
　Even demons are sometimes defeated by the violence of numbers, even if they themselves are strong.
　It is important to be able to make snap judgments that can overturn the sheer numbers, and to be able to back down when the situation calls for it.
　It was also a training to learn that.

This is ...... pretty hard to do .......

　Celestina realized that she had been naive.
　In the event you're not sure what to do, you'll be able to find out how to do it.
　Even if she barely managed to use her magic to create a path of retreat, the golem would continue to attack.
　It was a mistake to think that the golem was weak and attacked from the beginning.

　The golem would revive quickly if the nuke was not destroyed, and she would be outmatched.
　This was the annoying part of this training, having to keep beating up on weak opponents.
　To be honest, it's a depressing training.

If you don't, you'll be pushed around. We have to find a way out of here. ......

　While dodging attacks and occasionally striking a blow with her mace, Celestina was searching for the best way out of this siege.
　As her impatience grew, she continued to search her surroundings with her magic.
　She had been told about the meaning of this training beforehand, so she had some idea of what to expect, but actually experiencing it was more troublesome than she had imagined.
　The golem itself moves slowly, so there are opportunities to use magic, but if you are careless and overuse it, you will quickly run out of magic power and fall.
　The mace was his only hope, but he had flown too far in the beginning and his arm was too heavy to defeat the mad golem as he wanted.
　The rest was the buckler in his hand, which was an easy to move and light shield to avoid fatal wounds, and what he needed in this surrounded situation was the armor of a knight.
　It's easy to move, but it's not very comfortable.

　The golem struck me with its arm.

"What?

　But if it had been a stone golem, it would have killed me.
　Thinking about it, I felt a sense of regret.

　I forced myself to smash the golem with my mace.
　The mud splattered over Celestina and onto her clothes.

　The mud golem's body is made up of mud, so it doesn't feel much pain even if it takes a direct hit.
　However, if you get out of position even a little, the golem will narrow the perimeter while you adjust.
　The mace wielded again destroys the two golems.

You'll be able to get a lot more than just a pair of shoes.

　In the event you're not sure what you're looking for, there are a number of things you can do.
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.
　She was able to do this because she had predicted and simulated her own actions during her observation of the academy's practical training.
　She didn't expect that she would be able to move better than an amateur because of the observation.
　You never know what will turn out to be a blessing in disguise.

"Let the magic flow, become my power. ...... 'Power Boost'

　Using a spell to boost her physical strength, she temporarily improved her fighting ability.
　She then forcibly cleaved the mad golem and succeeded in creating a buffer zone.
　The only thing left to do was to aim at the least encircled area and charge through.

"Pierce the water current, and it will become my spear... 'Aqua Jet'.

　He used a water spell that was weak in power but could kick apart a golem, and by piercing it at close range, he knocked down the mad golem behind him and ran off.
　It was originally a single-shot penetration spell, but with increased sophistication it could become a spell with the power to engulf multiple enemies.

　She continued to run towards the small area that had been opened up by the break in the siege.

I got it!　I'm through!
"Isn't that sweet?
What?

　Suddenly, at the same time as Xelloss' voice, something tangled around her leg.
　She stopped moving at that point and fell forward with the momentum.

She fell forward with the momentum.

　---Pasha------ --And then...

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.
　It is also unusually long and extended.

"No way. ......
"Yeah, no way. I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it's worth it.
No, no~~~ ......
Not so depressing. I think you did well for your first practical training.　I think you've done well for your first practical training, and your level is improving.
Ugh. ...... I'm so disappointed. ......

　I was seriously dented.

You'll be able to get a lot more out of it than you think. If I had watched my moves, I could have held on a little longer.
I realized afterwards: ....... I guess I got a little carried away.
Were you that happy?　Practical training.
Yes!　Usually I just observe, and when I'm done, my classmates make fun of me. ......
You did pretty well for a guy like you. Well, I'd say you just barely missed the mark.
Just barely. ....... We have a long way to go.



　He can't seem to convince himself, and he's really frustrated.
　But while Celestina says she has a long way to go, Xellos doesn't think so.
　He was able to get through the siege of the Mad Golem just by anticipating and judging the situation, and a month is enough time for him to develop into a force to be reckoned with.
　If that happens, I feel like I can go through real practical training.

I'm not sure what to make of it.　The magic lecture can be done in the afternoon.
"Really?　I'd love to.
"All right. Then, please reflect on today's combat training for tomorrow.
　I won't say anything, and since there is no one to teach you how to fight in a real battle, you have to figure out your own fighting style.
"Ugh, ...... you're being too harsh. This is real combat .......
Yeah, right.　It's a blessing to have training that doesn't kill you. After all, you can prepare yourself before you fight.

　At the Istor Academy of Magic, the fighting style was set and all students fought the same way.
　However, there were always individual differences in training and not all students fit that fighting style.
　Some would fight with swords, others with axes or spears.
　Therefore, it seemed premature to impose a set pattern.

Finding a fighting style that suits you is part of the training. You should try different things and make mistakes.　There are many lessons to be learned there.
　If you just train as you're told, you won't be able to apply yourself, and at the same time you'll be a half-wit who can only do that.
It must be a blessing to be ...... allowed to fail.
Yeah, ...... I've made a lot of mistakes too, so there's no shame in that.

　Xellos was a failure in life.
　Well, in the original world, ...... those words were heavy in a way.

I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.　I'd like to know what kind of combat training they do at the academy, since I've never had any experience with such facilities.
"They gather the goblins and fight them in the training grounds. I was waiting in the bleachers. ......
・・・・・ Isn't that more gorgeous?

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.

　I'm not sure if it's a good thing or not, but it's a good thing.
　If you consider the time and effort required to capture the goblins, cage them, and transport them from there, the golem is far more expensive in terms of budget. After all, all you need is magic power, and it's practically free.
　However, there were no mages who could produce golems to that level, and at best each person could produce one to six golems. Moreover, since the magic power is depleted, the golem will not move if the teacher falls.
　If a few mages work together, they can make an army of golems, but since they are fighting for faction, they won't work together.
　If that's the case, we'll have no choice but to bring in the demons according to our budget, and we'll have to spend a lot of money on expenses alone.
　If you add to that the cost of labor, commission, transportation, and success fees, you will end up in the red no matter how you look at it.

Istor Academy of Magic: ...... Are you sure about your budget?　I'm sure you'll be able to find a lot of people who'll be able to help you out.
I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that. I see ...... a lot of mages and golem army mass combat training, this is a good thing, but the factions.
I don't know.　You can do all kinds of research without money.

　Mages who can't decipher magic letters are constantly improving their magic formulas by hand.
　It takes time, of course, and unlike Zeroth, there is so much they don't know.

"I'm sure you do, but the rest of us have lives. It costs money, and most of it is spent.
"Why don't you just destroy the factions that aren't making a difference? Wouldn't it be easier to use that as an excuse to reduce their power?
"Hmm, ...... might be a good idea. Your improved textbook may serve as a good soup stock. ......
"Please don't mention my name. I don't want any trouble.
I'll do my best, but you never know where information might leak out.　You're too obvious.
I'm trying to keep a low profile. ......

　You may look plain, but your actions are too flashy.
　In the event that you've got a lot of money, you'll be able to use it for a lot of things.

If you can control the magic power of your attack spells, there are plenty of ways to protect yourself. If you can control the power of your offensive magic, you can speed up your ship, use water magic to treat sewage, or use earth magic to reduce weight, you can make transporting easier.
I'm not sure how to use it. I thought that attack magic could only be used in combat, but it can also be used by low-level mages to increase their earning potential. That's helpful.
It's all about how you use it. If you're obsessed with one thing, you'll lose sight of the other. I think a mage is only a mage if he is accepted by the general public.
That's true. I'm sure you're right. He's been criticized by the people for his obsession with power and if we don't reform him, he'll rot away.

"Isn't it too late for that? He felt that it was too late, but he did not say so.
　To give an opinion to the government is to be involved in politics. It is fine to say what you think as small talk, but if you go beyond that, you are in uncharted territory that you cannot return to.
　This is too much for a simple tutor to handle.

It would be better to create a mage brokerage organization, but mages themselves are scarce.
The problem is that it takes a long time to train them, and most ordinary mages are combatants.
"But ordinary mages are stronger, you know?　I'm not sure if I'd be able to do that if I was working as a mercenary.
The mage corps does not engage in combat. ...... The quality is probably poor.



　The main purpose of the mage corps is to assist in combat and research, and it is natural that they are weaker than mercenary mages.
　In any case, mercenary mages are serious because their lives and livelihoods depend on it, and they are greedy for life, although their level of sincerity differs depending on the number of experiences they have had.
　They are more useful than the power-hungry mages who sit at their desks groaning.

They are more useful than the power-hungry mages who roar at their desks. "Uneducated but useful mercenary mages and elitist but weak mages. The direction of the country will change depending on which one you choose, won't it?
Do you want to secure your forces even if you neglect your research on magic?
I'm not sure. I think it's more important to have a mage who can work with the Knights.
This ...... is a magical nation, after all.
I think the mage is too useless. What are you doing seeking power?

　It's a magical kingdom, but it's a military state.
　The main focus of magic research is to strengthen the military, and the results of that research are not returned to the people.
　If the results of destructive magic research are not being achieved, it would be better if there were no magic research at all.

　Rather, it would be better to develop simple, controllable magic that can be used by all the people, such as farmers and merchants, to earn money.
　However, if such magic is widely used, the value of mages will decrease, and it is likely that they will not be able to stick to power. The good ones will rise to the top, and the rest will fall. A system that could contribute to society was useful, but it was bound to be hindered by greedy mages.

　In fact, the books of the magic academy itself have become a sieve, and those with a certain amount of low magic power, such as Celestina, will be dropped immediately. In addition, the education itself is often biased, and in all likelihood, it seems to be working to the advantage of the faction.
　This will not breed competent mages, but only mass-produced incompetents with biased thinking.

I can't help but think about it. I'm just a tutor, you know.
Irresponsible, right?　Wouldn't things go better if you were in charge?
I'm irresponsible so I can be objective. When you serve your country, you have to choose your words.
　If you're not careful, you'll be killed for disrespect. I'll pass.

　Serving the court requires a lot of attention. 　
　Because he doesn't want to live like that, Xellos decides to be an irresponsible hobo.
　He knows that being the head of an organization is a lot of work, and more importantly, it's not for him.

I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.　What are you doing ......?

　You will find a lot of people who have been in the business for a long time, but they have never been able to find a way to make a living.
　She was muttering something in a whisper, but was thinking about what would work and how to compensate for her failed experience.
　Although she was a concubine, she was born into a grand ducal family, she seemed to be good at this kind of thinking, and seemed to have the qualities of a seeker in spades.

"Thinking while dirty? I don't know if that's enough for a noblewoman, but it's enough for a researcher.
Does Tina have any talent?
Enough. ....... The rest depends on her efforts, but I think she might develop a great talent.
That's what I'm looking forward to. I'm more than happy to see my grandchildren grow up.
Now, shall we give him a little candy and whip?
What are you doing?

　Creston was happy to have Xelloss as a teacher, but he found his training a little too demanding.
　He smiled wickedly at her and said he was worried about what she had come up with.

"Celestina?
What is it, sir?　What is it, doctor?
If you reach level 50 in the next two months, with at least three skills above level 30, I will teach you one of my original spells.
Are you sure?
Yes, it's a harmless but surprisingly useful spell.
What kind of magic is it?　Just an overview: ......
You'll find out when you've achieved your goal. The fun will come later, won't it?

　Zeroth's magic is out of the ordinary and dangerous for this world.
　If Celestina could obtain a magic that was useful and less dangerous, it would mean that she would effectively be recognized as his apprentice.
　Many of the children of noblemen who use magic are apprentices of famous mages, and this is treated as a kind of status in society. In particular, those who were given original magic were considered to be as significant as successors, and after graduating from the academy, they were often given higher positions in the mage corps.

　But to her, being the apprentice of the best mage was more attractive than a meaningless title, and Original Magic was the proof that Xelloss recognized her as his apprentice.
　This fact stimulated her motivation greatly.

I'll do my best!　I'll make sure you achieve your goal!
Please do your best. But you'd better change quickly, the mud will stain your clothes.
Huh?　That's right. Now, if you'll excuse me!
Oh, you bit me. ......

　She was so excited that she rushed off to change her clothes.

I'm not sure what kind of magic you're talking about.　I'm sure you're not the only one.
"That's true. Would you like to try it?
What?　You'll show me right here?
Yes, I'd like you to cast a spell on me. And make sure they're powerful enough that I can't escape.



　It was telling him to attack himself.
　Creston, judging by Xellos's skill, decided that there was no point in worrying.
　The old mage smiled fearlessly.

"Hmmm, ...... let's go easy on them, shall we?
"As you wish .......

　The two men's expressions turned serious.

"Purgatory fire, become a swarming dragon and destroy your enemies. My ancestor is the evil destroyer from the underworld ...... who burns everything to the ground!　I'm not sure what to do.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.
　Xellos, on the other hand, is a natural.

　The flaming dragons that swarmed him became ferocious fangs of destruction from all directions, closing in on him.

"'Silver Wall'.

　In the blink of an eye, the flaming dragons were pierced by something invisible and dispersed in the blink of an eye.
　The flaming dragons coming from the front were cut in half by the tip of Xellos' carelessly wielded arm, and disappeared.

I'm sure you'll agree.　I'm sure you're not the only one.
That's correct. It's a barrier that can change its shape at your discretion, and that's the Silver God Wall.
It's not a shield, it's a sword!　You can call it a mage killer.

　I'm not sure what to make of it.
　It also consumes relatively little magic power and has a tremendous counteracting ability against emission magic.
　Originally, most release magic concentrated magic power, and if one point was pierced, the magic composition would be destroyed and spread from there.
　Xelloss thrust out countless spikes of this barrier around him like a mountain of swords, and dispersed them by attacking the flaming dragon.
　At the same time, this attack could be used in close combat, and even if one's skill with the sword was poor, it was still possible to cut through the enemy.

"This is an exceptional magic, you know.　You can't compete with a mage, can you?
It would be the end of the world if they concentrated on you with a wide area spell. It's a practical spell and can be used as a trump card. It's fuel efficient and above all, it doesn't take much effort.
"Hassle?　What do you mean?
It allows you to attack from outside the range of your weapon. If you kill the enemy first, your safety is guaranteed. It's useless if you can't control magic, though.
I'm not sure what to make of this.
The strength varies depending on the amount of magic used, but ...... is almost certain to defeat a first-time opponent. It's also a great way to make sure you don't end up in a situation where you're not able to do anything about it.

　It's a nasty spell, but I can't hide my smile when my lovely granddaughter learns it.
　If Celestina learns this magic, certain mages will never be able to beat her.
　It's a true barrier between defense and offense.

I can't wait to see what Tina's future holds. I wonder what she'll be called in the future.
I'm embarrassed by my second name. If she had a name, wouldn't she be too embarrassed to get out of bed?
That's something I'd like to see. I have a feeling this February is going to be really fun.
Are you sure about that?

　Creston loves his granddaughter to no end.
　This old man may be sick.

　Letting out a sigh at the sight of the old man, they returned to the house.
　He left a lot of mud in the yard. .......