Chapter 14: Mind and Magic
Although it is still a long way to get to Kartim, luckily there is the longest river in the world, the Argentek River, which is the sanctuary in the eastern part of Curast, and the three of them can take a boat directly to the city of miracles, Kartim.
Once on board, they didn't have to worry about the pursuers behind, Liszt could finally study the witcher's mind with peace of mind, and the two young couples could enjoy the beauty of love. Liszt didn't want to know how the two of them got together, he thought it would be an eyesore to look at anyway.
Yang's notes recorded many special trainings, all of which were summarized from the lesson plans of the mysterious Assassin Order called Vizjata, many of which required the aid of elemental powers. For example, the "Flame Fist", "Thunderbolt Claw", "Ice Blade" and the legendary "Phoenix Attack" among them, of course, there are also some experiences with psychic abilities and shadow abilities, but apparently his father is not good at this, so there is not much to describe. There are also finishing moves that rely on physical strength and skill, which look a bit like the kung fu of a warrior monk, but this is not suitable for Liszt.
What puzzled Liszt was that his father had never actually used weapons such as "claws" and "fists", and he mostly used bows, crossbows, and daggers. It looks a bit like the legendary Amazons, but it's completely different. His father's notes also recorded many ways to use bows and crossbows, which made Liszt, who had been fond of bows and arrows since his previous life, gain a lot and learn twice the result with half the effort. Although he still can't use some powerful skills, it is only a matter of age, and it is not surprising that Liszt is a natural archer, and his bow and arrow skills will surpass Yang in only a few years.
In the notes, Liszt paid the most attention not only to the use of the elements, but also to the terrifying shadow technique. His father was devoured because he couldn't control the Shadow, and if he wanted to become stronger than anyone else, he had to find a way to control the Shadow. In his diary, Liszt realized that the so-called balance of precepts and hatred might help, but what exactly were precepts? He didn't lack hatred, hatred of demons, hatred of summoners, but he never knew what the precepts were. Is it the decree of Vizjata? Or the teachings of Akarat? There was never any mention of this in the notes, but Liszt wasn't in too much of a hurry - since his father and his friends could learn the balance of discipline and hatred in the hunt for demons, he was more confident to do it in advance.
As for the power of the shadows, Liszt intends to keep it a complete secret, because this is a use of demonic power, which will definitely make everyone fearful, hateful, and cause unnecessary trouble. But for the power of the elements, he wanted to consult the mysterious mystic Mira, who knew a lot and might be able to give him an answer.
Although he didn't want to interrupt the honeymoon of these two lovers, but the endless relationship between the two of them really made Liszt unable to wait, Liszt pulled away Heidrig, who was twice as tall as himself, and said to Mila straight to the point: "Lady Mira, I have something I want to consult you." ”
Mira said unsurprisingly: "I knew you were coming to me for something, so let's say, I know everything, I can do anything!" ”
Liszt is no longer able to complain, sure enough, love can make people's IQ plummet, he must not fall into the trap of love! Liszt swore secretly.
"yes, I've been working on some training methods lately, but a lot of them involve manipulating elemental powers, and I don't know how to do that."
"That's a good question, and I happen to know the answer." Mira said proudly, "Do you know why legends about the mage tribe appear on the continent of Kaijistan, while there are few mages in Kanduras, which is adjacent to us?" ”
"This ...... I do not know. Liszt shook his head.
"This is because of the vastness of Kaigistan, and crucially, there are countless magic nodes scattered in all corners of the empire, and the elements here are everywhere, even I can cast some small spells at will." As she spoke, Mira waved her hand, and a small flame appeared in her palm.
Liszt had personally experienced the meteorite magic like the Last Judgment, so he was naturally not interested in it.
"How did you do that, and if you get to Canduras, will you lose this ability?"
Mira was very dissatisfied with Liszt's unsurprised flat expression, but still said angrily: "Of course not, I can not release these small spells because I use active elements, and the strength of a mage does not change according to the environment he is in." The power of a mage comes from the heart! ”
"Mind? Could you please explain? ”
"I'm sure you've heard of some assassins or warriors who could use the power of magic, but that's not true." Mira shook her hand. "The reason why they can achieve a series of incredible superpowers such as telephotography and telekinesis is because of their manipulation of psychic power."
"The reason why mages are able to unleash powerful spells is also because they pay special attention to the exercise of the mind?" Liszt somewhat understood.
"That's right, you're smart. So, do you know what benefits the place where the elements are active for the improvement of the psychic abilities? ”
"Could it be that the elements speed up the exercise of the mind? How? Liszt still didn't understand.
"It's not to speed up, but to provide more opportunities for mages to 'meet'." Mira became serious, "This is the most important part of exercising mental strength, and if you don't pay attention, you can become crazy." The so-called 'convergence' is achieved through deep meditation, and when there is not a single distraction in the human heart, the power of the mind is completely liberated and reacts violently with the elements. This reaction takes place in a place called the 'Aether Realm', a place that only psychic power can reach. There, there will be many worldly thoughts and desires that will try to attack you, corrupt you, and eventually assimilate you. Many archmages who indulge in deep meditation will eventually be assimilated, and at least they will be paranoid, and if they are heavy, they will be insane. But only those who can keep themselves alive can get the most powerful power. Mira explained in great detail, looking at Liszt who was lost in thought, Mila asked, "So, have you decided, to gain the power of the mind?" You know, it doesn't mean that you can keep yourself strong or full of hatred, even many noble and resolute paladins eventually fall into darkness. ”
"But it won't change my will, since this is necessary to become stronger, then it is what I must do!" Liszt no longer hesitated and strengthened his convictions.
"Okay, I'll help you, but the real training will wait until later, you see there, we're about to arrive, Kartim, the city of miracles!"