So, with 500 contestants. How's the technical side of the test? The lines are the circumference of a big circle and the 3rd ranker in the center of it or how? 🤔
Everyone took their place a few minutes behind the line drawn. Damian was curious to see if anyone had found a way to resist the overwhelming mana different from his. It wouldn't be soul crushing pressure, this was still a test for young promising youths and they had to give them some leeway to succeed at least halfway.
The Runic Alchemist
Fantasy · GlaringError
Ooh, well that's what he did in chapter 264. Taking two full brunt of frenzied 3rd rankers aura and still has a leeway to shield 3 other people in 30 seconds...
"Coat your entire body in mana—that works," Damian said quietly this time, yet some around them heard him and looked at him as if he was crazy.
The Runic Alchemist
Fantasy · GlaringError
Hmmmm...
The third ranker barely gave them a couple of seconds after the test began before unleashing his might. Those who had prepared mobility spells in advance moved just a few meters before collapsing on the ground, flat on their faces. No matter how powerful their spells, not a single one could move an inch. The pressure wasn't that great, maybe 30% a normal third ranker's full aura in use.
The Runic Alchemist
Fantasy · GlaringError
Love the new level of sass-ness in the conversation 😂
Damian ignored the poor people and got busy in his runes. Evrin instantly used up the Lifesprout Elixir Potion, and then one Mana Pulse Potion. Her mana instantly rose 20% - the total reaching half point of her full mana pool. Even her mana recovery rate rose by 10% with focused mind and full stamina.
The Runic Alchemist
Fantasy · GlaringError
Even 2 Third Rankers are curious...
It wasn't just her—many gazes turned toward Damian, including those of the second-rankers and even the two third-rankers. Damian remained unfazed. His Woodstyle wasn't a secret, after all. Plus it would give his Eldoris background one more layer of believableness.
The Runic Alchemist
Fantasy · GlaringError
Suffering from Success
Yet, they weren't the only ones attracting attention. Damian noticed that many people were staring at Sam, Toph, and himself as well. Boys and girls alike would glance their way, only to quickly look away, flustered, when he met their gaze. Despite being younger than the others, Damian's lean face and slightly shorter stature made him stand out even more. It was a constant irritation to him that, despite being the oldest, he appeared the youngest among his friends.
The Runic Alchemist
Fantasy · GlaringError
Bruh...
The badge doubled as a key, unlocking the door with a faint hum of enchantment. It was his first time seeing an item that was both runic in nature and enchanted. The room, now registered in Damian's name, was impressively spacious. They only gave them one room, taking Evrin as his.. Well as his maid or bed warmer. No one even questioned his age for having such interests, which was common in nobility but felt really weird and uncomfortable for Damian.
The Runic Alchemist
Fantasy · GlaringError
Welp, I would say any attempt to disguise himself would be broken if anyone saw a boy with a little elephant monster as his pet...
The sun was setting, painting the evening sky with reddish hues as they checked into an inn. Their ship was scheduled to leave early the next morning. Strolling through the bustling streets, Toph grew excited, trumpeting with delight. To give the little guy a better view, Damian wandered alone through the streets of Nenrilas, taking in the sights.
The Runic Alchemist
Fantasy · GlaringError
Damn, for 4 years... and she even had partake as a tester of his potion 😂
The Queen of Eldoris, Velanoria Ardelis Eldorian, entered with her queen's guards and the third-ranker spellsword, Vidalia's cousin. Damian realized he didn't even know her name—he'd never thought to ask. That was so rude of him.
The Runic Alchemist
Fantasy · GlaringError
Quite refreshing that it doesn't turn into Young Master scene again 😂
After a beat of tense silence, the four burst into laughter. It felt like ages ago. Damian still remembered the embarrassment of that moment clearly though.
The Runic Alchemist
Fantasy · GlaringError