Chương 20: THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD

"Now first of all, who amongst you know the history of magic in this world or the world itself?" Professor Gorath suddenly asked with an intimidating tone. But it didn't take long before a hand could be seen high in the air.

"Speak" sighting the hands in the air, Gareth quickly said as he faced towards that area of the lecture hall. Right after, a boy in classes quickly rised up for the whole class to see.

The boy is a a slender boy with neatly combed dark hair and a pair of round glasses that perched delicately on his nose. His sharp, intelligent eyes peered through the lenses, giving him an air of quiet confidence and curiosity. Dressed in the Pace Setter Academy uniform, the boy carried himself with a calm, composed demeanor

"Should I answer just one of them or both?" The boy asked in a calm tone as he looked straight at Professor Gorath's face.

"Cunt"but right before Professor Gareth could answer, Morris muttered in a low voice as he looked at the boy in glasses with a despising look on his face. But Kaelen didn't say anything as he silently kept a wry smile on his face.

"If you can do both then that will be for the best" Gareth eventually answered with an unwavering look on his face. After hearing a reply from Gareth, the boy in glasses made a nodding gesture before he began to speak.

"First of all, I will be talking about the history of world for better understanding to the history of magic in the world."

"As we all know, the world we are in is called the Aetheris. In the beginning, Aetheris was a land of untamed wilderness and primordial forces. The world was governed by the ancient beings known as the Eternals, who harnessed the raw energy of the land and the cosmos. They shaped the continents, filled the seas, and breathed life into the flora and fauna. However, their greatest creation was the Essence of Mana, a powerful, mystical force that flowed through the veins of the world, granting life and magic to its inhabitants"

"As mana infused the land, the first intelligent races emerged. Elves, dwarves, humans, and other mystical beings began to build civilizations, each race developing a unique relationship with mana. This era was marked by peace and prosperity, as the races of Aetheris traded knowledge and culture. Great cities arose, adorned with majestic towers and intricate magical constructs."

"But the peace and harmony didn't last forever, as The harmony of Aetheris was shattered when the Eternals, in their pursuit of ultimate power, unleashed a cataclysmic event known as the Mana Rift. The rift tore through the fabric of reality, releasing dark, corrupting energies that twisted the land and its inhabitants. The Eternals vanished, leaving behind only ruins and legends of their once-great power."

During the part of the history the boy in glasses was explaining, Kaelen could be seen folding his hands tightly. But he was still in his calm state all over the rest of his body as he continued listening to the boy in glasses story about the history of the world.

"The surviving races banded together to heal the world, but the damage was extensive. The once-thriving cities fell into ruin, and wild, untamed magic surged across the land, giving rise to monstrous beasts and treacherous landscapes"

"In the aftermath of the Mana Rift, heroes and scholars emerged to restore order all across the world as they try to bring the peace and harmony which was once present in the world back while they waited for the hopeful return of the Eternals"

"That's very good, boy.... with.... glasses. What is your name again?" Gareth said while he looked at the boy in confusion.

"Am Philemon, Professor" The boy in glasses answered in a calm and modest tone.

"Ok Good. Good job Philemon" Gareth said with a light smile now on his face.

"Thank you sir" Philemon replied in the same tone he spoke previously.

"Now then, why don't you explain how magic started in this world?" Gareth suddenly asked with a calm look on his face.

"Ok Professor" Philemon replied before he began to explain with a solemn look on his face.

"Long before the rise of civilizations, Aetheris was shrouded in a primordial veil, a mysterious energy field that pervaded every corner of the world. This veil was a remnant of the universe's creation, a byproduct of the cosmic forces that shaped reality itself. It was an era when the land was wild and untamed, and the only beings to walk the earth were the Eternals—ancient entities of immense power and wisdom."

"According to legend, the first stirrings of magic began with the arrival of the Celestials, emissaries from the stars who descended to Aetheris to bring enlightenment and order. These Celestials were beings of pure energy, each one a conduit of the cosmic essence that would come to be known as mana. They were both teachers and protectors, guiding the Eternals in harnessing the latent energy of the primordial veil."

"The Eternals, under the tutelage of the Celestials, experienced a profound awakening. They learned to channel mana through intricate rituals and incantations, giving birth to the first forms of magic. This period, known as the Great Awakening, saw the creation of the Arcane Pillars, colossal structures that served as focal points for the flow of mana. These pillars amplified the Eternals' powers and stabilized the energies coursing through Aetheris."

"Among the Eternals, a select group emerged, known as the First Magi. These individuals possessed a natural affinity for mana and became the pioneers of magical arts. They experimented with different forms of magic, discovering elemental control, healing, and transformation. The First Magi created the Grimoire of Beginnings, an ancient tome that contained the fundamental principles of magic, passed down through generations."

"Despite their advancements, the pursuit of power led to the Eternals' downfall. In their quest to dominate mana, they attempted a forbidden ritual to merge their essence with the cosmic energies, aiming to become akin to the Celestials themselves. This reckless act resulted in the Mana Rift, a catastrophic event that tore through the fabric of reality, releasing chaotic energies that corrupted the land and its inhabitants."

"The Mana Rift marked the end of the Eternals' reign. The survivors, now scattered and weakened, sought to rebuild their world. The First Magi, realizing the dangers of unchecked power, vowed to preserve and protect the knowledge of magic. They established the Order of the Arcane, a secretive society dedicated to studying and regulating the use of mana."

"In the millennia that followed, the primordial energies of the Mana Rift gave rise to new forms of life. The mortal races—humans, elves, dwarves, and others—emerged from the ashes of the old world. These new beings possessed a natural connection to mana, though not as potent as the Eternals. They began to develop their own magical traditions, guided by remnants of the First Magi's teachings."

"Great job Philemon!! You get 10 credits for that!" Professor Gareth exclaimed with a satisfied look on his face

"Hey Kaelen, did you know the history of magic this well?" Morris asked Kaelen in a whispering tone.

"Am not even close to that level of knowledge" Kaelen answered with a surprised look on his face as he looked at the back of Philemon.

"Thank you Professor" Philemon replied to Gareth with glittery eyes before he calmly sat down.

"Well now that you all know about the history of both the world and magic, let me brief you people on the history of this prestigious Academy, it's founder and the division of the human territory" Professor Gareth said with a serious look now on his face.

"The Pace Setter Academy was founded over five centuries ago by the legendary magician Alaric Pace, a visionary who recognized the need for a central institution to nurture and guide the magical talents of Aetheris. In the aftermath of the Mana Rift, when the world was still reeling from the cataclysmic event that tore through reality, Alaric sought to create a place where the next generations could learn to harness and control mana responsibly.Alaric, known for his mastery of multiple forms of magic and his deep understanding of the ancient texts, envisioned an academy that would be a beacon of knowledge, power, and balance. He believed that only through rigorous training and ethical guidance could future magicians avoid the pitfalls that had led to the Eternals' downfall."

'Huh? Why do I suddenly find that name familiar?' Kaelen suddenly thought with a confused look on his face.