leonardwarren Chapter 241 Changes, Annual Assessment, 1 Year Later!
Chapter 241 Changes, Annual Assessment, 1 Year Later!
Chapter 241 Changes, Annual Assessment, One Year Later!
"Advanced to the Crescent Moon level talent!"
Inside the elemental pool, Ian, having already digested the changes, slowly opened his eyes.
This time, the changes are equally significant.
"First and foremost, there's the matter of cultural heritage."
Ian entered the mental space and saw two mental crystals slowly floating there.
However, its volume has increased by nearly a quarter compared to before.
This caused his mental energy percentage to decrease, with the second mental energy crystal probably accounting for only 40%.
It's worth noting that his mental strength was 50/100 before advancing, but it has now shrunk significantly.
"But actually, the amount of my mental energy is increasing."
Ian smiled.
Proportion is proportion, and absolute quantity is absolute quantity. He could sense that the quantity had increased considerably compared to before his advancement.
Besides the changes in the spiritual crystal.
"Including purity."
Ian stared at the two mental energy crystals, and the originally pure mental energy now showed some flaws.
The improvement in his talent allows him to continue purifying his spiritual power.
Once completed, his combat power will be even stronger than before.
"And the speed of meditation has also changed."
He closed his eyes and began to meditate.
A large amount of elements rushed towards him and surrounded him, which he absorbed rapidly.
He didn't open his eyes until a full hour later.
"It has almost doubled since before the promotion."
Ian squinted.
It's worth noting that before he advanced, his speed was already about twice that of someone who had just advanced to the Crescent Moon level.
Now it has doubled again.
Is this the difference between Crescent Moon and Full Moon levels? How does it compare to Crescent Moon level? Or even first-class talent?
"The difference in talent is truly terrifying."
Ian remarked with emotion.
And this only includes a talent for meditation; it doesn't include extraordinary insights and other aspects...
To bridge this gap through hard work would require an enormous amount of effort.
Moreover, it's important to know that what he gained wasn't just his talent for meditation and mental strength, but also various learning talents, and even physical talents, etc.
Each upgrade represents a geometric increase in his performance.
"My physical improvement has been slow, but I can speed it up now."
Ian took a deep breath.
The Emerald Shadow Legacy is the legacy of a four-ring academy; he cannot possibly give it up.
Especially considering how rich the inheritance of the Zero Ring was back then, the Illusion Tower of the First Ring must have even more content.
I glanced down at the panel.
Name: Ian Green
Age: 24
[Talent: 7000]
[Strength: First-Ring Wizard (Second Crystal 40/100), Steel Muscles (25/100)]
[Skills: Level 1, Intermediate: Four Symbols Resonance Technique (Level 2 - Master), Flowing Wind Barrier (Master Level 1), Constant Body Forging Technique (Level 2 - Proficiency 250/300), Flame Micro-Management (Expert Level 200/400), Wind Sleep Meditation Technique (Proficiency 200/300).....]
[Talents: Photographic memory, multitasking, elemental affinity (Tier 1), insight into principles (Tier 1)]
Ian looked at the panel.
Of these, the progress on the second layer of steel muscle using the body-strengthening method is only 25%.
This was due to various delays.
But as his talent improves, he will refocus his energy on it.
After all, sufficient physical strength can lead to greater survivability.
This also includes Flame Micro-Management, which is almost at the master level.
There's also the Wind Sleep Meditation Method, which he chose from Elena.
Of course, these are things for later; right now, the focus is on experiencing the changes brought about by the improvement in talent.
"Both talents have also been improved, by almost half again."
Ian's eyes lit up.
The former is the foundation for his meditation improvement, but it also affects the power of witchcraft and other aspects.
The latter was simply an accelerator for his talent development.
Once a month, it has been a great help to him over the past few years.
Lower-level knowledge is generally not very useful, but it becomes very useful when learning higher-level knowledge.
It will also be useful when learning the solidified sorcery in the later stages of the first ring.
"Besides these, there is also the elemental crown."
Within the mental space, Ian sensed upwards and saw that the elemental crown had already taken on a complete crown shape, though it was not refined enough.
Its function is to amplify the power of elemental magic; after two enhancements, it has reached 30%.
This is already terrifying.
After all, it's an increase out of thin air.
"But it doesn't feel complete yet," Ian pondered.
Perhaps only when one's talent reaches the Radiant Moon level can the Elemental Crown demonstrate its greater power.
They may even demonstrate other abilities.
"Elemental anomalies, to some extent, are products of wizards connecting with the world during their advancement process. As their talents improve and their perception of the world strengthens, it seems quite reasonable that this leads to their enhancement."
Ian pondered the information he had found.
Elemental anomalies are rare, but some wizards do manage to obtain them.
The higher your talent level, the more likely you are to obtain it.
Moreover, the higher the talent, the stronger one is generally, which explains it.
"However, I don't know when the next talent upgrade will take."
Ian shook his head.
According to the information from the panel, the next talent upgrade will require 12000 talent points, an increase of 5,000 points.
At least until I advance to the elite ranks, I don't need to consider it anymore.
"There's about a month until the next annual performance review, so this month is just enough to adapt to the new changes."
Ian pondered for a moment.
The main tasks for the coming month have been determined.
The changes brought about by the improvement in his talent were greater than he had imagined.
With sufficient resources, he can increase his mental strength by nearly five percent in a month.
In other words, he could achieve complete mastery of the first stage of the first ring in about a year. At that time, there were still three years left before the five-year deadline. Even if the preparation for advancement required some time and learning some witchcraft, it would give him an extra year or two.
This also made Ian relax.
In addition to this, his speed in learning witchcraft has also greatly improved.
Efficiency has nearly doubled.
Therefore, according to Ian's estimate, it would take at least two to three months to learn the Flame Micro Technique to the Master level, but he succeeded in just one month.
.
And then you can be promoted to the master level.
Ian chose to make up the difference directly.
Metalworking Department Test Site.
The ground shimmered with a faint, cold light because it contained a tough metallic ore.
Because of the high difficulty of mining and the low value, this place was used as a testing ground for the alchemy department.
As a senior researcher.
Ian naturally has the authority to use this space.
"Hand of Blazing Flames!"
Ian took a deep breath and slowly rose into the air, with flames swirling around him.
Unlike the previously thin, whip-like flame tentacles, the flames now resembled the thickness of a python, but upon closer inspection, they were even more intricate.
Flying through the sky, he resembled a miniature sun.
next moment.
Dozens of fire serpents flew toward the ground, growing larger and larger, like small meteors streaking across the sky.
It instantly covered an area of hundreds of meters around, and with flames and explosions, many deep craters appeared on the ground, containing molten ore.
And this is just the beginning.
All I could see was Ian manipulating the flames, transforming them into various shapes.
This is something the Flame Hand couldn't do before, but it's quite easy for him now.
Both the coverage area and the power have been greatly improved.
"This is the perfect quality of the Hand of Flames."
Ian took a deep breath. Although his mental energy was greatly depleted, he also felt a surge of joy.
This power far exceeds that of a typical mid-stage first-level ring, and may even reach the attack power of a late-stage first-level ring.
Of course, this is on the premise of not being in the same field.
"Perhaps this is the typical growth path for most wizards."
Ian thought to himself.
Focus on one or two core spells, and then continuously learn, supplement, and enhance them.
Of course, this is difficult, but it is relatively easy for Ian, who has the advantage of talent.
We experimented for a while longer.
Ian left and headed towards the outside of the Alchemy Department.
Along the way, many alchemists greeted him.
Ian responded.
At this time, some people in the Alchemy Department might not know Ian's face, but they would definitely have heard his name.
Just as he was about to walk out of the Alchemy Department, he received a message from the Academic Contribution and Knowledge Management Department.
"Has the second dividend arrived yet?"
Ian's eyes lit up as another 25,000 contribution points were credited to his account.
The first payment was given to him three months ago, totaling 50,000 contribution points.
If a third batch is printed, there might be some additional contribution points.
"The cover is still too authoritative!"
Ian sighed.
One cover story earned him more contribution points than he had accumulated in his previous roles over the past few years.
But it really wasn't easy.
Even Ian would find it difficult to write a second article like the one before.
"Just do your own thing and don't force things."
Ian calmed himself down and headed towards the Four Symbols Institute, where the annual assessment was approaching once again.
Castle No. 3
As soon as Ian entered, he sensed the difference; countless eyes immediately turned to him.
He looked around. Kieran hadn't arrived yet, but most of the others had.
"Congratulations, junior Ian."
Sophia walked over and greeted Ian, ignoring the ugly look on El's face not far away.
"Senior Sophia."
Ian was also somewhat surprised.
This was the first time Sofia had taken the initiative to greet him so proactively.
"New Moon-level talents appear every year, but academic geniuses are rare."
Sofia was thinking about this as she walked back.
At least for now, Ian's value in her heart has slightly surpassed that of El.
"Ian, you are even better than I imagined."
As he walked in, Flynn came over and patted Ian on the shoulder.
"Thank you, senior."
Ian expressed his gratitude.
He was referring, of course, to Flynn helping him get rid of a big problem. "You earned this yourself; I wouldn't stand by and watch my junior get hurt," Flynn said with a smile.
Ian walked into the hall amidst laughter.
The other wizards also offered their congratulations, after all, Ian had really made a name for himself this time.
"Ian, congratulations." Andre congratulated him as well, but felt a little bitter inside.
From the time they joined the group until now, their status has changed more and more significantly.
Life is truly unpredictable.
Not far away, Gwen saw Ian and Flynn chatting and laughing, and felt even more regretful.
Al looked at Ian.
He knew in his heart that as long as nothing unexpected happened, Ian should be able to successfully take over the elite sequence.
Thinking of this, she felt a wave of bitterness and distress.
What are those life-or-death struggles and dangerous missions she's been through?
The wizards in the small castle each had their own thoughts, but they all stopped when Kieran arrived.
Normal teaching.
Normal assessment.
"Forty percent?"
When Kieran approached Ian, his expression was strange.
A year has passed, and the progress is a bit slow!
However, upon closer inspection, he felt even stranger, because Ian's overall mental strength seemed to have increased.
This is?
His eyes flickered for a moment, but he still told Ian to go find him after the event.
Forty percent?
However, Kieran's words surprised many wizards, but they could understand them nonetheless.
After all, alchemical modifications must have taken a lot of time.
But with a 30% difference, there are still three years left, so it's not a big problem.
Therefore, it did not attract much attention.
"My mental strength has reached 55%." With this thought, El's confidence returned.
Ultimately, wizards still rely on their spiritual power.
soon.
The assessment is over.
Ian easily found his way to Kieran's room.
"Teacher, has my talent been improved?" Ian asked first.
As a teacher, Kieran would certainly be able to easily sense the changes.
Since that's the case, he should speak first.
"As I absorb more and more elements, my talent seems to be getting better and better." He used the same reasoning he had used in the school.
He had also investigated and found that this situation had indeed occurred before, even to the point of having talents at the level of Radiant Moon.
He certainly wouldn't fit some of the details, but he was facing Ian...
"Just as I expected, your progress doesn't seem like that of a Crescent Moon level!"
Kieran nodded and then asked no more questions.
Ian: ? ? ?
So you're not even going to ask about something this simple?
"Every wizard has his own secrets. I have no interest in yours, because I have my own path to follow," Kieran said slowly.
"You don't need to tell me about things like this in the future."
"Understood, teacher."
Ian nodded.
"Also, get ready. As the total war develops, the academy predicts it will be two years from now. You can start preparing then. At that time, it's highly likely that elite disciples will need to go out," Kieran continued.
"Two years from now? Going abroad?"
Ian's pupils dilated.
Wait a minute, isn't this four years? Or five?
Was it brought forward?
In an instant, he felt his breath catch in his throat. Three years was a sure thing, but reducing it by one year suddenly made the timeline seem tense.
And we also have to go out.
Then he must advance to the late stage of the first ring, otherwise he will feel seriously insecure.
He felt he could start learning the solidification magic of the later stages of the first ring ahead of time.
With this in mind, he didn't hide his thoughts from Kieran.
"Advancing to the late stage of the first ring? That's difficult, but..." He looked at Ian and thought about Ian's recent gains. If he didn't care about the cost, advancing to the late stage of the first ring wouldn't be a problem.
"Can."
He tossed a knowledge crystal to Ian, saying, "These are the last two layers of this meditation method; they're all yours."
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"Thank you, teacher."
Ian thanked him again.
After leaving the castle.
Ian pondered that a full-scale war would begin in two years, and a sense of urgency began to creep into his heart.
The thought of all the witchcraft he needed to learn sent a chill down his spine.
"Let's use our small efforts in the secret realm."
He made his decision.
But there's no rush. We'll talk about it when we're close to advancing.
So, we can't afford to waste any more time.
Elite sequence, late stage of the first ring.
That's all there is to it.
Ian's days returned to normal.
In the blink of an eye.
A year has passed!
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