A noun entry: Wizard

"The path of wizardry is vast and profound. Even a rough classification includes body-refining wizards, arcane wizards, true spirit wizards, elemental wizards, and so on."

"I'm just a combat-focused elemental wizard, I never expected that one of my subordinates would have the talent of an arcane wizard."

Schilling muttered to himself, casually unrolling the scroll. He easily deciphered the tricks Russell had used on it.

After observing for a while, a smile appeared on Xi Lin's face, and he couldn't help but feel a little fondness for his talent.

He wanted to take Russell as his formal disciple.

He had guarded Panlong Mountain for nearly five hundred years. He was a third-level wizard apprentice, and was only accepted as a disciple according to custom.

His only disciple was a second-level wizard apprentice whom he took in four hundred years ago.

Unfortunately, he did not become a wizard, and after a hundred years, he turned into a handful of dust.

From then on, Schilling's requirements for recruiting disciples became even stricter, until now, when he finally took notice of Russell.

Prior to this, although Russell had shown the talent to quickly become a second-level wizard apprentice, Schilling still did not readily make a move.

It was simply included in the list of key observation targets.

That little guy back then was just as dazzling.

However, the step from a third-level wizard apprentice to a full wizard, transforming the core meditation model into soul runes, is extremely difficult.

"If one possesses arcane talent, one might actually be able to become a wizard."

Schilling snapped his fingers.

Laps immediately replied, "What are your orders, Master?"

"When Russell comes to the Wizard's Tower again, bring him up. I want to take him as my disciple," Schilling instructed.

There's no rush to accept him as a disciple.

For the wizard Shilling, who had lived for five hundred years, the time he spent waiting for Russell to arrive was likely just a fleeting moment.

Just now, Wizard Shilling had only been pondering one question for a moment, and half a month had passed.

Then, Russell had been brought before him by Laps.

"Greetings, Wizard Shilling." Russell bowed respectfully.

With ordinary features and a gentle, reassuring demeanor, Schilling snapped out of her daze and looked at Russell.

Without further ado, he asked directly, "Russell, would you be willing to become my second disciple?"

"Disciple, not apprentice? And a second one?"

After a moment's thought, Russell immediately knelt down and respectfully said, "Disciple Russell greets Instructor Schilling."

Schilling nodded in satisfaction.

"I am an elemental wizard, and the selection and teaching of Panlong Mountain disciples are all geared towards becoming elemental wizards."

"You have good talent in elemental magic, but from what I've observed, your talent in arcane magic is even greater!"

"Arcane?"

After a moment's thought, Russell understood what Schilling was talking about.

He had read in a book that elemental wizards were dedicated to combat, and that the spell models they constructed from the wizard apprenticeship stage were all elemental spells created for combat.

Compared to other wizards, they lack some of the bizarre methods, but they are extremely strong in direct combat and can even transform themselves into elements through rituals.

It is a top-notch method for extending lifespan, coupled with extremely strong life-saving capabilities.

That is why Russell dared not remove the mythology entry when facing Schilling this time.

The elemental wizard, whose mind was only focused on elemental explosions, couldn't even notice his special nature.

In particular, Russell's soul rank did not change when he was promoted to second-level wizard apprentice.

He had a vague suspicion that his soul rank was actually at the level of a formal wizard.

However, a true wizard's soul requires a soul rune to contain it, which is why Russell's soul is in a semi-sealed state.

But his rank is a solid, official wizard level!

Even if Schilling wasn't an elemental wizard, he probably wouldn't have been able to detect Russell's special abilities.

Schilling's previous assessment of which meditation method and spell were suitable for Russell was also based on the elemental wizard's ability to control the elements.

To discern what Russell was suited for.

Incidentally, if you don't have talent in elemental magic, you'll be eliminated during the selection process.

Of course, elemental wizards are the largest group of wizards, and it is harder to encounter an ordinary person without elemental talent than to encounter a formal wizard.

Therefore, it doesn't matter if some escape the net.

As for arcane arts, it is a general term for wizards who have studied magic in depth or other aspects.

For example, spell scrolls are a research area for arcane wizards.

In addition, there are potions, alchemy, and improved spells.

They are considered logistics and research personnel among wizards, holding a much higher status than combat personnel such as elemental wizards and body-refining wizards.

Russell's mind raced, and almost instantly he thought of many things before continuing to listen to Schilling speak.

"You have a talent for arcane arts, so naturally I will support you."

"You have already constructed the basic spell model for the second-level wizard apprentice stage, but that's not important."

"To become a wizard and condense soul runes, the most important thing is the third-level wizard apprentice stage."

"I will prepare four superior level zero spells that are most suitable for 'Arcane' for you. Once the level three Fury model is completed, I will use arcane magic to shatter the level one and two Fury models."

"With the power of the first and second level Fury models, it will be easier for you to condense soul runes and become a formal wizard."

Russell hesitated, wanting to say something, but not daring to interrupt Schilling.

He and Schilling had only just met, yet he could sense that although Schilling appeared gentle, his words and actions were unquestionable.

He had planned out the path of an arcane wizard for Russell, so he wouldn't allow Russell to waste his talent and continue down the path of an elemental wizard.

"I know what you're trying to say. Such a secret method naturally has side effects."

Schilling smiled and said, "The meditation core model formed when breaking through to the first and second levels will make the final soul rune incomplete."

"This has caused the wizard's strength to decline, placing him at the bottom among wizards of the same level, with only about 60% to 70% of the strength of wizards of the same level."

"However, this is a secret technique that most arcane wizards would choose to use voluntarily."

"Firstly, arcane wizards don't need strong combat abilities; secondly, this secret technique can increase the chance of advancing to a full-fledged wizard by 30%!"

Russell remained silent.

He possesses the entry system, so naturally he doesn't want to take this path, nor does he need the so-called 30% chance of promotion.

However, there is no other choice at the moment. We can only agree to Xilin's request first and then see if there is any room for maneuver.

Therefore, Russell showed an excited expression and said, "It's all up to Professor Schilling to decide."

Schilling nodded slightly.

He liked obedient disciples.

"You have a talent for making spell scrolls. Take these books back and study them on your own."

"After all, I can't teach you anything, I can only provide you with relevant knowledge, spells and secret techniques, and pave the way for you as much as possible."

Schilling waved his hand, and five thick books flew out of the bookshelf behind him, landing in Russell's hands.

"While conducting research, don't forget to construct spell models as soon as possible. A wizard's breakthrough is best achieved as early as possible."

"The chances of a wizard becoming a wizard decrease significantly once an apprentice is over thirty. However, this is clearly not a problem for you."

Schilling smiled and gave his instructions.