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Math Is Magic

Math Is Magic

Vector hates math! With all his heart! Due to severe dyscalculia, he can’t even handle the simplest calculations, like 1+9! After losing his parents, he is placed in an orphanage, and his school struggles only worsen from there. He fails his final exams every year in high school, can’t find a job, and eventually ends up living on the streets. Without a home, parents, friends, or love, Vector spends his nights under bridges or wherever he can find shelter. “I hate math!” he mutters, tormented, until this thought consumes him. Many years later, now old and sick, Vector finds himself on the brink of death. But with his final breath, something extraordinary happens: Vector wakes up, reincarnated in another world, one where dragons, fairies, and creatures of all kinds are part of his new reality. Here, in the continent "Harmony", magic is revered and is based on “Syntony” that each person can develop with one of the seven elements. “Magic? Amazing! Now, finally, I can study and learn something unrelated to math!” But unfortunately, things take a completely different turn from what he expected... “I… have a Syntony… WITH MATH?! This is a joke, right?! Damn it! Is it still trying to ruin my life? Screw you, Math!” In time, however, he begins to realize the immense potential it can grant him: a power beyond imagination. Determined to rewrite his destiny and to defeat dangerous enemies that threaten the life and existence of every living being, he will turn his greatest obstacle into the key to becoming the STRONGEST. “Now I understand, and now I accept it… MATH IS MY MAGIC!” { UPDATES: Every Tuesday, Friday and Sunday at 3:14 AEST (UCT/GMT+10) } [A/N: This is a slow-paced novel. Also, please don’t expect the protagonist to start out overpowered and dominate effortlessly from the beginning. As I mentioned, he will become THE STRONGEST, yes, but it will take time. (^-^ )]
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Journal of Physics and Math for the Aspiring Magician

Journal of Physics and Math for the Aspiring Magician

A book that will guide you into the mysteries of mathematics and physics, teaching from beginner to complex formulas, following the point of view of an aspiring mage from the National Academy of Magic. The author will try to unearth your desire for learning physics, math, and more, while entertaining you with an interesting and compelling story, packed with action and romance. You will follow the ups and downs of the life of a mage who fails, learns, loves and discovers. The purpose of this book is to create a compendium of math and physics, to help spread the incredible knowledge under an entertaining approach. I hope you find embarking on this journey both pleasurable and useful. ... August 25th, 3018 New Common Era. "You have previously been told that the way of creating mana particles is by assimilating with the universe... Your thoughts and wills interact with what has been commonly called dark energy, and the result is the creation of VM particles." I nodded. "Well, that's not exactly right." That sentence alarmed the entire class. Mages improved by understanding more of the world, and therefore they have to follow the scientific method and basic rationality, liking it or not. Believing in a false theory should not actually yield any significant results as far as magic goes... It's impossible to believe we had been seeing things wrongly this entire time. And worse, it could disrupt the foundations of magic that we had built over time. The professor patiently waited for the class to calm down before resuming. "That is indeed how you create mana particles, there's nothing wrong about that. However, VM particles are NOT the only type of particle that can be produced from dark energy interactions." ""Wha-!?"" "How is that even-?" A ruckus exploded once again. I could feel my naturally producing virtual particles flickering in and out of existence, as I lost control of their production. I reckon my reaction should have been one of the strongest in the class, given my degree of faith in that particular professor. The majority would only believe a disruptive theory when they saw it with their own eyes, as a protective measure against falsehoods and... side effects like mine. I temporarily stopped my unstable radiation of mana and focused on the issue at hand. The woman continued: "There are, in fact, different ways of reaching the same place. In this case, different thoughts and wills that can interact with dark energy. The ancients called it the different Daos." Some quick assumptions revealed the logic in her words. Things were starting to get acceptable, magic-wise. "That also means... that there are other ways of creating worldly interactions that would otherwise look like magic, but that aren't actually magic. At least not how we know it." Wait a second... "...And yet, the general populace call it magic none the wise." My VM particles started to quickly flicker and shimmer. "In fact, the history books call it magic, too. However, there have been many of names for this sort of... miracle. Among them..." I broke out in cold sweat. "Divine Intervention, Power of Faith, Sword Intent, Bloodlust, Killing Intent, Fear of Death..." A tense atmosphere pervailed the room. "...Those are all proven states of will that can interact with dark energy. And each and every one of their interactions differ from one another, even if just slightly." I felt my connection to magic being cut off in that moment. "You have all committed a grave mistake. To assume that our 'Path' was the only one that led to knowledge and power is to discard the very first lesson I gave you." I gulped dry. I couldn't help but feel very vulnerable at that moment, especially because her words were correct in their entirety. "In this class, I will teach you about the other paths to power. And teach you how to defend yourselves against them, so this sort of thing does not happen twice. Follow me to the practice field!"
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What are some interesting stories from xkcd math bedtime stories?
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2024-10-24 22:38
One interesting story could be about how math is used to solve a mystery in a small town. Maybe it involves using geometric principles to figure out the trajectory of an object related to the mystery.
Can you share a memorable character from xkcd math bedtime stories?
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2024-10-28 14:09
There might be a brilliant young mathematician character. This character is always eager to solve complex math problems and often comes up with creative solutions using different math theories.
Bedtime Math Stories: An Introduction
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2024-11-18 21:27
Well, bedtime math stories are simply stories with a math twist. They usually have characters in situations where they need to use math to solve problems. It could be counting the number of steps in a castle or dividing the treasure among pirates. These stories are designed to introduce math in a non - traditional, more interesting way for children, especially those who might not be too fond of regular math lessons.
What are NPR Math Bedtime Stories about?
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2024-11-15 02:57
NPR Math Bedtime Stories are likely to be stories related to math concepts presented in an engaging way suitable for bedtime. They could be about various math topics like numbers, shapes, or problem - solving, told in a narrative form to make math more accessible and interesting for kids.
How Do Bedtime Math Stories Benefit Children?
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2024-11-18 23:23
Bedtime math stories help improve kids' math skills in a more natural way. Since the math is integrated into a story, it's easier for kids to understand and remember. For example, if a story is about a child buying candies at a store and having to calculate the change, the concept of subtraction becomes more tangible. Also, it can boost their creativity as they imagine the story scenarios and how the math works within them.
How can NPR Math Bedtime Stories benefit children?
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2024-11-15 02:50
They can make children more interested in math. By presenting math in a story form, it becomes less boring.
Do XKCD comics repeat?
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2024-10-17 09:59
It depends. While not all XKCD comics are exact repeats, similar ideas or jokes might be revisited in a fresh way. This could be for creative exploration or to offer a new perspective on a familiar topic.
How to caption an XKCD comic?
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2024-10-14 07:56
First, understand the theme and the main point of the XKCD comic. Then, use simple and clear language to create a caption that either explains the joke or adds an extra layer of humor. Avoid making it too complicated or hard to understand.
How many XKCD comics are there?
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2024-10-05 06:49
It's hard to give an exact number because new ones are constantly being added. But as of now, there are thousands of XKCD comics available.
How to Post an XKCD Comic?
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2024-10-05 01:38
It's quite simple. Just find the comic you want to post, right-click on it and select 'Save Image'. Then, you can upload it to the platform you want to post on.
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