Limit Breaking Genius Mage Chapter 321

Episode 321 War Lord (1)

The rank of Transcendent is reserved exclusively for those who have attained awakening.

Each has its own power, and is an absolute presence that can exert great influence on other living beings.

Those who have not reached the level cannot even dare to maintain consciousness.

Verden recalled memories of the past.

Everything from facing and being overwhelmed by two transcendent beings to finally overcoming one and breaking free from the shackles of class.

Such experiences are fully acquired and absorbed into the body.

Of course, it is impossible to attain the level of a semi-transcendent.

However, if the magical power is close to that of a transcendent being, it is different. Even if it cannot be completely reproduced, it is possible to forcibly imitate it.

It's just relatively rough.

Crack, crack, crack… … !

The floor of the arena that Verden is standing on cracks as it cannot hold up.

A vivid, rippling blue magical energy enveloped the entire body. Soon, the entire space began to vibrate as the torrent of power shook the atmosphere.

Unprecedented pressure spreads in all directions.

Magic pressure.

Basic magic manipulation.

One of the methods that wizards mainly use to make their opponents aware of the gap without directly using magic.

───!

dump.

The ark candidate has fallen.

Even though I was looking up to the upper ranks beyond the fourth rank, I only lost consciousness for a moment.

The same goes for other wizards of similar level.

Theodore, who was only second in rank, had already lost his sight a long time ago.

A shock that feels like a blow to the soul.

The magicians who had barely come to their senses were sweating coldly.

“The measuring tool was shattered in an instant……! At most, it would be 5th tier higher? That would be at least 6th tier…… And isn’t it even 6th tier higher?!”

“Even so, that doesn’t make sense……! Even if it’s a 6th-tier one, I’ve never heard or seen anyone with this much magical power……! That magical power is more than that───”

Hwaaaaah!

The waves of magical power reverberate once again.

Immediately afterwards, a tidal wave of magical power even more powerful than before struck.

“Ugh……!”

Even they fainted after resisting.

It was a natural result. Not only was there a difference in their level of realm, but they also had magical powers, so the pressure from the <magic pressure> was bound to be greater.

But even those who were awakened could not endure it.

“Ughh …

The limit has been reached.

The scream that had been suppressed burst out.

Bam, clank.

The weapons that supported each of their centers collapsed along with their owners.

People who lost consciousness appeared one after another in various places.

Leila groaned deeply as she turned her back to Locke, who had fallen to the ground with his drool dripping down his face. Even though she had knelt on one knee and pressed the tip of her sword against the floor, she still couldn't stop shaking.

I raised my head with great difficulty.

At the center of the arena, an immeasurable magical power swirls around the ashen-haired man.

'Is this… the power that Asher possesses…?'

It's hard to believe even though I've experienced it firsthand.

Because he was on a completely different level from the wizard I had tested with the year before last.

How could she have gained that much strength in less than two years…? It never crossed her mind. All she could do was hold on with all her might.

It was at that time.

In an instant, the feeling of oppression disappeared.

“Haa…… haa……”

Leila, her strength drained, sank to the floor.

As soon as the blocked airway opened, the lungs began to shake. The other candidates did the same. The sound of heavy breathing could be heard from the surroundings.

Other than that, there was just silence.

Verden, who had gathered his magical power, raised his head.

A very small minority that stands out among dozens of candidates.

'Are there six candidates who were not affected by <Magic Pressure>?'

Two magicians.

There are four others, including Layla.

They all looked struggling, but to different degrees.

While some collapsed from exhaustion, others merely staggered but maintained their balance.

Of course, the expression of astonishment was the same.

It would be natural to choose one of these as an opponent for the exchange battle.

Unfortunately, I didn't intend to do that.

Verden's display of his realm was intended to both gauge the candidates for the Ark and to stimulate the Ark's power.

Because I didn't know if I would ever be able to face them.

The plan was a success.

As a result, suspicion became certainty.

There are six candidates who remain sane, but only seven people have withstood the <Magic Overwhelm>.

Verden said.

“I was clearly told to nominate an opponent from among those gathered here for the exchange.”

He turned his head and met eyes filled with joy.

“Then, is it okay to have an exchange with someone who is not a candidate?”

Only the woman in charge of guiding the exchange was standing calmly on the stage.

She suddenly rubbed her hands.

She twisted the corners of her mouth, wiping away the sweat that had accumulated.

“Hahaha……!”

Soon the joy was revealed.

“I thought he would be different from the average candidates, but I never thought he would make the candidates like that without even having a proper exchange. Not only is he bolder than he looks, but he also has the magical power to completely betray my expectations in a good way……! I really like him.”

The woman took a step forward.

“But do you know who I am?”

“I don’t know. Other than the captain, the elder, or one of the ark’s hidden powers.”

“The scope is too broad. Well, at least there is a proper answer.”

He shrugged and parted his lips.

“I am one of the captains of the ark, Regret Narsilia.”

White hair with a yellow tint.

The golden eyes staring into Verden's walls twinkled.

“Call me Legrit.”

* * *

The captain of the ark is not well known to the candidates.

Not only their faces, but their names were the same. Since I had never met them in the first place, I couldn't know them even if I wanted to.

But it's right before your eyes.

In the center of the arena where the exchange battles take place.

“That guy… no, that guy is the captain…?”

All eyes were on the six candidates.

Before the shock from Verden's magic could even subside, he was struck by surprise again. However, Regrit paid no attention.

Verden asked.

“I heard that the captain tries not to reveal his identity as much as possible when operating outside. Does that not matter to you?”

“Huh? Who told you that?”

Before the exchange began, Locke had said so.

“Ah, Locke. A disciple of Elder Ren Balhag. Well, it seems plausible when you think about it, but that information is completely wrong. There is no reason why we can’t meet. It’s not like the Ark is a group that promotes friendship.”

Regret raised his gaze.

“Of course there are things that cannot be revealed, but at least there is no mysticism between the captain and the candidate. They will only face each other when the opportunity arises, like now. Just like the situation where you, who has defeated most of the candidates, have chosen me as your opponent for the exchange.”

“The conditions are strict.”

“You’re the one who fulfilled that. Haha, by the way, an exchange between the captain and the candidate? As far as I know, this is the first time in the history of the Ark that something like this has happened…….”

She licked her lips.

“First, let me answer your request. It is possible. In the first place, I did not ask you to choose only the candidates. And the principle of the exchange is that the opponent who is nominated cannot refuse. And to be honest… I personally welcome it.”

Welcome?

“I had a lot of questions for you. Most notably, ancient poetry…….”

───Legrit.

Suddenly, a voice echoed inside the arena.

A woman's voice that is clear and pure.

It was a tone that sounded somehow angry. It wasn't the tone of the candidates who had gathered for the exchange.

“I expected that,” Legritt answered.

“Wow, the reaction is faster than I thought.”

───Explorer. Your role as the guide for the candidates' exchanges has already been decided in the meeting, so there is no problem. No matter how stubbornly you insisted. However, having a direct exchange with the candidates is a separate matter. It is not a matter that has been agreed upon, so it is not permitted. So please return to Exodium immediately.

“I’ve already been chosen, sir. Are you asking me to break the rules of the exchange?”

The seeker and the watcher.

What kind of role does it have? It's a title given only to captains.

'Interesting.'

Verden quietly eavesdropped on the conversation.

───As you know, there has never been an exchange between candidates other than each other. And today will be no different. So don't make a precedent.

“There is no such thing as an absolute rule in this world.”

───Then it's over. You just have to break the rules of the exchange you mentioned. If you don't want to be punished, it would be best to come back quietly without causing any trouble.

Legritt flinched.

He distorted his expression and lowered his head as if he were dead. At the same time, he approached Verden and whispered very quietly.

“If we continue like this, it will end up being a mess. Even if we ignore it and engage in an exchange of words here, interference will come soon.”

“What are you talking about…….”

“So I think it would be better to move.”

Regrit grabbed Berden's shoulder.

As her bracelet began to activate, purple runes began to appear and swirl around her.

───Explorer, stop now! It's not just us who are watching the exchange, but the elders and the master too… … !

“I’m sorry, but it’s too late.”

Runes suspended in midair, standing tall.

As they fell vertically at the same time, a circular gap filled with darkness was created.

In the blink of an eye, Regrit and Berden were sucked into it and disappeared.

───Legrit!!!

Boom!

With the sound of the desk being slammed, the unknown voice disappeared.

… … .

Silence fell on the arena.

The candidates left alone looked blankly down.

While they continued their awkward silence, the candidate, who was a renowned military wizard in the Central Continent, rummaged inside his robe.

I took out a handkerchief and wiped away the cold sweat. It quickly became damp.

I let out a deep sigh.

I looked at my palm and it was trembling slightly.

“I never thought I would feel this way about <Magic Awe>…….”

The same was true for other candidates.

The only time you can significantly pressure your opponent with your magic power or divine power is when there is a certain amount of gap.

The strong and the strong.

It is a means that does not work in a confrontation between the two.

That means this new candidate is that strong.

I don't know about anything else… … but at least in terms of magical power, it was more than enough to overwhelm everyone.

As if he had reached transcendence.

“Wow, the world is so big.”

An entity that deviates from the norm and appears very rarely.

I already knew it, but… … seeing it this way, this world feels very unfamiliar.

The clock hands move slowly.

Except for the six candidates, the other candidates have not yet regained consciousness.

A desolate landscape, as if a storm had passed.

……I'm tired.

* * *

A large island floating in the middle of a sky covered with thick clouds.

Above, unlike the Ark, there were no buildings, no human presence, and no common trees.

There was only rocky terrain and green moss.

Verden asked Regrit.

“Where is this place?”

“It’s my personal space. I fixed it to space in a special way, and increased the density of the ground to the maximum to make it extremely durable. It won’t break or shatter even with a slight impact, so it’s perfect for use as a training or sparring stage. What do you think? Isn’t it cool?”

They used Sky Island as a training ground.

I don't think it's something that can be simply described as cool.

Well, anyway.

“They say they’ll take issue with me having an exchange with the candidate. Is that okay?”

“It will certainly lead to disciplinary action. But can you be bound by that and limit your actions? And isn’t this the situation you wanted?”

That was right.

Because even though I could resist space travel, I didn't.

'The explorer, Regret.'

Captain of the ark.

The Ark's highest power, reached after overcoming numerous trials.

Except for the Transcendent One, it is difficult to gauge his level compared to anyone I have ever met. Both in terms of external strength and internal mental strength.

It feels like a being that has reached its limit, both inside and out.

Regret stepped forward.

“Asher, I am more interested in you than you may have expected. There are many reasons, but especially because of what you overcame in the Tomb of the Dark Lord, something that even Terence could not overcome.”

“If it’s Terence…….”

“He was a magician who was the captain of the ark in the past. He was a candidate for the position when they were trying to increase the number of captains from five to six. He wasn’t officially promoted like us, so he was immature in many ways, but I believed that he would reach the same position someday……. It’s already been seven years since he died in the tomb of the Magic King. He was a good man.”

She turned around and smiled.

“Anyway, in that sense, I’m really curious. How did a fifth-tier wizard who couldn’t even reach the level of magic overcome the ancient ordeal, and what did he gain from it? Well, it’s just personal curiosity. That’s because I’m Legrit.”

The distance has widened.

Two people faced each other.

“Do I need to prepare anything else?”

“No need.”

Hwaak.

Subspace is opened.

Verden, holding the summoned Orient, stared straight ahead.

'What kind of magic will I use?'

The strength of the opponent is unknown.

There is no letdown. I gathered my magical power while increasing my concentration.

That was when.

Kwaaaaang!

Legritt kicked the ground.

As he charged forward at a speed that left an afterimage, Verden immediately raised his orient.

Oh my god!

A fist clashing with the staff.

The impact sent Berden flying backwards. The sound of metal reached his fingertips.

I can feel the magic from Regret right now.

Not only that, but even the presence unique to magicians.

'But the blow just now wasn't caused by magic or magical power.'

Naturally, questions arise.

Regret said in response to Verden's reaction.

“As you can see, I am a zealous magician.”

and.

“It is also a being that has awakened the spirit.”

Roof tile horsepower.

One who has trained conflicting forces.

“Asher, I have heard of your fighting style. Not only do you use elemental magic from a distance, but you also swing your staff in close combat, showing just as much movement.”

Regret tapped the necklace.

“The exchange battle is literally a place for exchange. The goal is to prove yourself and learn from your opponent. In that sense, I am definitely the right person to be your opponent.”

A bright light flows out.

In the blink of an eye, a golden orb that fit her body perfectly envelops her.

The ruler of the Western Continent, the Arnac Empire.

Among the strong people they possess, there is one in particular who is called 'Lord'.

Regret was one of them.

Among the magicians, the pinnacle of War Mage is a warrior who uses a unique fighting style that combines magic and martial arts.

“Do your best. I won’t kill you.”

War Lord, Regret Narsilia.

The momentum with which he charged forward, wielding a golden staff and exploding magical power was truly incredible.

But Verden is also one of the powerful beings.

'I won't kill you.'

Verden struck down Orient.

“Me too.”

A portent of disaster.

<Cataclysm>

The ground that touches the staff shakes.

Immediately afterwards, a dark light exploded, engulfing Verden and Regrit.