Chess Mage of Faerûn

Chapter 308 The Foundation of Another World
"In this world?" Zhang Yuan understood the implication.

"That's right. The spellcasting system of this world, which is based on the magic network, cannot be directly cast in our plane. No matter how wonderful the mystery is, it is just a seemingly profound theoretical discussion once it loses its own foundation and source."

"Then why are you all so engrossed in this research?"

"Temporary incompetence does not negate the value of something." A rose formed from frost bloomed in Lily's hand, twirling between her fingers:
"If we can enter the body of the three-star chess piece, the spells we have already learned may come in handy."

“Chanem, you must know that your existence is very important to us. We dare not gamble, nor can we afford to gamble, whether the chessboard will find another owner, and what kind of person that owner will be.”

"I'll accept your praise without hesitation. Who could refuse the Glacier Queen's approval?"

"Hehe, with your smooth talk, you must have a lot in common with that old geezer, the Keeper of Light," Lily laughed, then explained:
“Every time a chess piece is upgraded, it can carry more essence and power. A three-star chess piece is enough for us to project an independent and complete consciousness. The original power is limited by this body, so we can only cast spells that are pre-inscribed in the core crystal.”

"However, the magic we learn in this world can, to some extent, break free from this constraint, giving us an additional, entirely new power."

"You mean you can cast spells using the magic network like the mages of Faerûn?"

"Yes, but those of us who appear in this world as a projection of our thoughts are subject to many limitations. We have far fewer spell slots than you, and according to our deductions, there is also an upper limit to the magic network we can access."

"Could it be related to the level of the chess pieces?"

“Very likely.” Lily said indignantly, “Why can I only learn the highest level of fifth-circle arcane magic, while Lina can access seventh-circle magic? That’s so unfair.”

"It's really a pity."

With a look of regret, Zhang Da Guanren took the opportunity to put his arm around Li Lai's smooth, delicate shoulder.

"If we're talking about regrets, Rubick is the one who's the most unhappy."

"Ok?"

"Think about it, he was Aghanim's own son, the Speaker of the Arcane Council, known as the Arcane Supreme, the founder of the Aghanim's Institute, and one of the top archmages among spellcasters, and yet..."

"It turned out to be just a level 3 piece?"

"Yes, Rubick was almost furious when he came to this conclusion. He claimed that he could learn all spells, but after arriving in another world, he couldn't even see the top of the tower. How could he stand that?"

"There's no rush, is there? I've only just come into contact with fifth-circle magic. It'll be a long wait before I can summon him."

"How can I not be anxious? Rubick's eyes are practically red with anxiety, especially with the Invoker. Those two have been at odds with each other for years, openly and secretly fighting and belittling each other. They were relatively well-behaved for a while after being imprisoned in the Mad Moon."

Goodness, Zhang Yuan could basically guess what would happen next.

"After fighting for so many years, the supplicants finally won and used this to mock Labik. Can you believe he's angry?"

"There's no use in rushing. This is how the game pieces were designed."

"Not necessarily. First of all, this is just a hypothesis; we'll have to wait and see how things develop to determine the truth. Besides, how could Rubick possibly accept this fate?" "Hmm?"

“Studying an unfamiliar spell system from a different world always feels like looking at flowers through a fog. Only by experiencing it firsthand and witnessing it can one truly grasp it. Rubick was thinking of taking advantage of his early arrival to find a way to break the deadlock before the supplicants arrived.”

Then you just wait and see. Seventh-circle arcane magic is the threshold for a spellcaster to enter the higher ranks. Even if he is confident in himself, he doesn't think that this step can be taken easily.

Zhang Yuan hummed in response, neither confirming nor denying.

“Chanem, we have all seen your talent. Even compared to some of us, you are not inferior. In just one year, you have grown to the point where you can summon our consciousness projections. That’s very good.”

Lily suddenly encouraged the young boss in front of her:

"And now that we have finally come into this world, we will share with you all the knowledge and mysteries we have personally experienced and learned, just as you have never held anything back from us."

What's going on here? Why is he surrounded by a group of old men?
“Our current understanding of Faerûn arcane magic is certainly inferior to yours.” Seeing the slight doubt in her eyes, Lily explained everything in detail:
"But we, the Aghanim's Institute, have gathered the world's top spellcasters. With more information, more direct contact and experience, we believe we will be your strongest support."

"Moreover, since our abilities can also take effect in this world through the transfer of chess pieces, there must be a central point and its own rules between the power systems of the two worlds. One day, we may be able to build a new power system in the Kaguya world, a power system that is free from His constraints."

At this point, Lily's eyes lost all their smiles and gentleness, leaving only a resolute determination as cold as ice.

Lily's sudden display of self-confidence made someone awkwardly withdraw their claws.

Sure enough, none of these people who have reached the pinnacle of power are simple characters. It must have been hard for you to play the girl next door!
Understanding the implications, Zhang Yuan didn't say anything more and looked at the other party: "I will do my best to help."

"Thank you." Lily's expression changed instantly, as if the spring breeze had blown away the winter chill, and suddenly all the flowers were in full bloom.

"Well then, Lord Chanem, the newly appointed mage assistant, Lilaiinbas, reports for duty."

Hey?
Looking at the Ice Maiden's cool and pretty face and her cunning blinking eyes, Zhang Da Guanren immediately forgot his earlier complaints. His heart warmed, but he put on a gentlemanly face and nodded calmly.

"By the way, are you conscious when you're not summoned and are on the chessboard? Also, what would happen if several of your pieces were summoned?"

The monk suddenly remembered to ask.

"Being separated by a world, the transmission of consciousness and thought is limited. Only with the guidance of summoning magic can our consciousness temporarily descend here, and there can only be one main consciousness; the rest are merely fragments."

"Alright, you'll be my assistant every day. I happen to have a project that needs help."

"The Crystal Maiden is here."

Lily touched her chest in greeting, smiling broadly.

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