Limit Breaking Genius Mage Chapter 2

Episode 2: Reverse (2)

The 'Magic Festival' commemorates the first magic tower built and prays for the revival of magic.

It is one of the most famous holidays in the world and is also the busiest day for the pagodas.

High-ranking magicians, including the masters of the magic towers, go to the big cities to promote their magic towers and show off their skills. The magicians of different magic towers compete with each other to create a spectacle with their splendid magic, and everyone gathers at the festival.

Most of those left in the Magic Tower are low-level magicians.

Security was tight with dangerous magic circles, and if the alarm sounded, the magic tower master could return within five minutes no matter what happened, so there was no need for a high-ranking magician to stay behind.

Preparations against external invasion were certain.

But what about the inside?

'They've set off.'

Verden pretended to clean the laboratory near the entrance while checking on the departing wizards.

Those who would have been a major hindrance to the plan have definitely disappeared. Especially the Magic Tower.

There is time, but there is no reason to take it easy.

Verden immediately threw down his cleaning tools and headed upstairs.

As always, I knocked on the manager's door, receiving contemptuous stares from everyone.

“This is Verden.”

Three seconds of silence. When I opened the door, the manager was rubbing his eyes as if he had just woken up.

“……I never gave you permission to come in.”

“I’m sorry. The Lord of the Tower asked me to clean the treasure room before lunch time…….”

“The Lord of the Tower? No, but you don’t have a moment to ask permission? Tsk, I guess I’m getting more and more stupid. Such a pathetic guy.”

Verden turned a deaf ear to the manager's words.

He was a piece of trash who was mean to the strong and infinitely strong to the weak. His personality was as bad as his chubby cheeks.

'And on the back, I'm in charge of managing all the unofficial experimental materials.'

Verden is also included in that list.

As such, most of the magicians above the second floor of the Magic Tower are participating in unofficial experiments. They are all at least third-tier or higher, and are considered geniuses in their respective hometowns.

However, no matter how many there were, the story never leaked out.

Except for the closest associates of the Magic Tower, all the magicians had a magic circle of silence engraved on their bodies. It was the minimum force required to keep the secret.

The manager, who had risen to his feet, took a specially crafted key from the vault.

“I always say, never scratch or lose it. Well, I don’t have to say it, but you probably know what happens if you damage the Magic Tower.”

“Yes, sir.”

After signing the attendance book, I received the key and left the room.

The destination was a treasure vault hidden deep within the Magic Tower. Verden, who had passed through the strict security, opened the huge door with all his might.

There were various magical items hidden inside. It was truly a treasure.

'I feel this every time, but it's amazing.'

Even the most trivial items had a value that Verden couldn't even look at.

There are hundreds of things more precious than that. If the upper-middle tier magic towers are like this, one wonders what the upper-tier magic towers are hiding.

Verden absentmindedly withdrew his outstretched hand. If the stored items leave their designated locations, they will be killed instantly. The only things allowed are the messy things on the floor.

'But today is different.'

Because I spent 7 years honing the knowledge I've accumulated throughout my life for today.

Verden turned his head away from the messy floor and walked forward. He had no intention of cleaning up in the first place. The story that Matapju had ordered him to clean up was also a lie.

His target was the real ones that were sealed and hidden by a magic circle. He approached the staff displayed on the right.

A collection that Matapju cherishes.

This fifth staff is a type of artificial artifact that was created at an astronomical cost, and is called the 'Second Circuit'.

'The moment an ordinary wizard catches that thing, his rank changes.'

At the bottom right, there was a document containing detailed information along with the autograph of world-renowned connoisseur Lennon Bernard.

★ Second circuit.

An artificial artifact invented by Bohemirn's Tower, made of the highest quality materials. It is a staff specialized for elemental magicians, and it is no exaggeration to say that it is an item that typifies the talent itself. It allows any magician to handle three magics at the same time, and temporarily blooms beyond the talent that the individual possesses, so its status is comparable to that of ancient artifacts.

⦁ Breaking through the hierarchy

⦁ Triple Casting

⦁ Increased magic casting speed (special)

⦁ Breaking through the limits of horsepower

⦁ Increased elemental magic power (special)

⦁ Increased elemental magic range (special)

⦁ Resize

⦁ High concealment

⦁ Space storage

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The self-engraved magic circuit supports the talent that is lacking. Not only does the casting speed increase, but you can also put magic power beyond the limit into a given magic.

Overall elemental magic enhancement. It can be freely adjusted in size, has excellent concealment, and can even be stored.

If that falls into the hands of Verden, a first-tier magician, it will instantly jump to third-tier. Even if the amount of magic power itself doesn't change, it was absolutely necessary for the plan.

But in order to do that, you must first completely destroy the magic circle. The masterpiece of the magic tower master who has reached the 7th level.

'If you twist it, you die.'

Verden wiped away the cold sweat and calmed his pounding heart. His life was at stake. But he couldn't hide the smile that appeared on his lips.

“The magic circle you were so proud of. I will destroy it.”

The theory and experiment are over. All that remains is practice.

“Phew.”

Verden exhaled once, closed his eyes, and pulled out a thread of magic power from his fingertips. He focused all his senses on the end of the thread and slowly pushed it into the magic circle.

'After the entrance, on the left.'

Left. Left. Go straight. Right. Go straight. Left────

For seven years, he observed the magic circle from time to time and even secretly made a sample to study the method of destroying it.

Four years to interpret, two years to destroy. The remaining year was spent recalling the results thousands of times, imprinting them on my soul.

My body reacts before my head when it comes to where to go and what to do.

It wasn't easy to keep the magic thread moving for a long time, but through hard work, I was able to achieve extreme efficiency better than anyone else in this field.

Even if the opponent is a magician, I am confident enough.

The thread that was passing through the passage smoothly encountered the first checkpoint.

<Explosion of Magic Power>

One of the basic magics. A small magical power exploded from the end of the thread and knocked on the gate. Crackle! Sparks appeared and the magic circle pulsed, then fell asleep.

Part of the gate was damaged by the previous impact. Verden dug into the gap and slowly gnawed at the gate. The magic circle shook as if it was about to activate with each delicate movement.

Square, square──shit.

Finally, the thread passed through the gate.

Hoooow… … .

As one of the lumbar vertebrae was destroyed, the light of the magic circle became fainter.

'Just do it two more times.'

But don't be complacent. If you touch it even a little bit, the magic circle will activate and erase Verden.

Cold sweat ran down his entire body. Berden, gritting his molars, held back his rapid breathing and concentrated even harder.

Thirty minutes passed like that, and then an hour passed.

'This is the end!'

Kuung!

Finally, the magic circle collapsed. The pride of the magic tower that had been highly praised by the academic society shattered like glass and scattered into the air.

That too by a first-tier wizard who treated him like an object.

“Ugh. Ugh…….”

Sweat pooled on the floor. I barely managed to hold onto my dizzy mind and reached out to the staff.

Hwaaak! The staff's circuits were connected to Verden's magical circuits, and I felt an omnipotent feeling enveloping my entire body.

“This is the third level…….”

It's so high. I can't even imagine approaching it. Is this Robelin's eye level? The gap between the past and present Verden felt hopeless.

But the future is different.

'If the theory works, I can have it too.'

Talent and strength.

Verden's tired eyes came to life again.

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After collecting the key artifacts, Verden turned his attention to other things.

Although each was protected by a magic circle with a different pattern, the treasures that had been selected in advance had been completely interpreted.

I quickly broke the seal and used the staff's storage skills to sneak it in.

Afterwards, Verden used magic to erase his traces and hid the shrunken staff and escaped the treasure vault.

Even the most stringent security didn't notice the staff's presence.

After returning the key, Verden changed his clothes in his room, packed a small pouch, and hid the things he had taken from the treasure vault in a designated location.

And then we finished our lunch to our full.

No one looked at Verden with suspicious eyes because of his calm behavior.

“When you come back later, bring some books worth reading.”

"All right."

The next job is to assist the magician in charge of security. That is, to attend to the market.

The center of the Magic Tower, the management office of the power source that activates the entire Magic Tower is managed by three magicians of the third tier or higher who work together for a day.

Magic is strictly forbidden there, so proper research is impossible, and it's extremely boring. So, aside from the person in charge, they choose one of the city servants and assign them to various errands.

'It's something everyone hates to do, but not today.'

Because the next task will be the last.

Verden, who brought more than ten books, entered the power plant's management office.

The rule is that there should be three people, but there are many people who don't follow that rule. The wizard who was in charge of the group was just such a person.

The two magicians in charge of the crew lamented their fate without even looking at Verden.

“Some people go to festivals, but we just waste our time here…….”

“There’s nothing I can do. I lost the lottery.”

“That’s why I’m keeping quiet. If it was magic, I would have been chosen……. Eight, the tea has cooled.”

Whoa! The cold tea spilled on the floor.

It is always the market's job to clean up. Such atrocities are familiar.

Covering it with a towel to keep it from spreading, Verden quickly brewed hot tea, adding one thing he didn't usually add.

Let's pour the tea with sincerity. The magician liked it and took a sip.

“Hmm. It tastes a lot better than before. No matter how much I think about it, he seems more suited to be a barista than a researcher. Would you like to try it too?”

“No. I don’t drink tea brewed by people of lower ranks.”

“Hahaha! Guess I’ll never drink tea again in my life.”

“I don’t know. Couldn’t I be the owner of the tower and order you to bring me tea?”

“What? A tea master? Haha. Yes, if you become a tea master, I will make tea for you for the rest of your life.”

“Don’t forget those words.”

'I really hate the way you speak.'

Those who are not even in their forties yet speak with such lofty, old-fashioned language. Verden and Lobelin especially detested such types.

Because most of them were people who prioritized appearance over ability.

And the rooftop terrace?

It's funny. Dreaming of a vain future without being able to see even an inch ahead of yourself.

“…….”

Verden waited quietly.

As time passed, the magician who had been drinking tea fell asleep. The other was absorbed in a book and was out of his mind. No one was wary of Verden.

'The time has come.'

The reduced staff was restored to its original state.

After grabbing the 'second circuit' that had risen to eye level with both hands, he stood at a distance behind the sleeping wizard.

<Magic concentration>

A total of three times. Concentrate the magical power gathered by casting the same magic in succession at the tip of the staff.

Then he pulled it back with all his might.

Gukguk.

Verden's body was different from that of a normal wizard who was only focused on research.

He has been trained in all sorts of odd jobs and is skilled at sweeping. Ever since he dreamed of revenge, he has also been training his body, albeit in a somewhat shabby way.

For such a Verden, it was too easy to smash a still pumpkin.

'Don't hesitate.'

Murderous intent in the eyes.

Verden, who had gathered his strength, swung his staff with all his might.

Boom!

A sticky drop of blood burst out from the back of the sleeping wizard's head.

A wizard is one who prepares. If he is not prepared, even a third-tier wizard can be defeated in one blow. Just like now.

“Huh?! What, what is this?”

Boom! The wizard fell to the floor with half his head blown off.

The fellow wizard, who was bewildered by the blood that had suddenly spurted out, looked back and forth between Verden and the corpse.

“That crazy guy!”

As expected from a wizard, he is quick to judge situations.

The wizard who threw the book at Verden immediately activated his magic.

<Wave>

A three-tier wave that reached the ceiling of the management office came crashing down on Verden.

If you get swept away there, you'll either drown or be helpless against the successive spells.

But this situation was already expected.

The tendencies of all the wizards in the plan have been investigated. What attributes they deal with and even the tactics they use to handle that magic.

'That guy's specialty is freezing and subduing his opponents after covering them with waves.'

In that case, all you have to do is finish it before it gets overpowered.

The magic power was connected to the staff along the circuit. It was the first time in my life that I had used a third-tier magic, but the theory was perfect beyond perfection. There was no reason for it to fail.

<Earth Sphere>

A sharp, huge piece of rock.

The penetration power enhanced by the artifact is not something that can be handled by the thin thickness of the wave. Not even the unwary sorcerer beyond it.

'Using your strengths to undermine your weaknesses is the basics of magic warfare.'

A wizard who forgets that is not fit to survive.

"uh?"

Crunch! The rock spear that pierced through the waves pierced the wizard's chest. It didn't stop there, but left a large scratch on the wall made of a special alloy.

The waves, having lost their strength, washed over Verden's chest and disappeared.

The wizard, who had stumbled backwards and hit the wall, muttered as he looked down at his chest with a blank expression.

“This, this is…… this kind of…….”

“That’s why you should have played around with people appropriately. You and Matap.”

Verden aimed his staff at the wizard's head.

<Earth Sharer>

Pummel! Fist-sized pieces of rock crushed the wizard's head.

Blood spurted everywhere. Verden wiped the blood and sweat from his face with his hand and wiped them on the floor.

“Phew…….”

It was a burden to use 3rd and 2nd tier magic in succession with 1st tier magic power, but the result was better than expected. I killed two 3rd tier magicians by myself.

'Murder… … '

My hands were shaking, but I didn't feel particularly guilty.

These two guys were among the ones who had been conducting human experiments on him for the past few years. It was actually a relief, as if his heart had been ripped out of his chest.

“We’re almost there.”

The power source of the magic tower.

The plan's destination is just around the corner.