Chess Mage of Faerûn

Chapter 584 Suddenly
Aghanim extended his hands, forming hand seals, and the staff and the Silver Moon Crystal instantly rose into the mage's palms.

Two distinct forces flowed into Zhang Yuan's entire spiritual body through his palm. One quickly merged into his spiritual body, as vast and boundless as the sky and ocean, encompassing everything, and as a star that suddenly shone brightly under the cover of night, piercing through the darkness.

The other is like a stream, meandering and branching out into many tributaries, outlining the shape of the eight extraordinary meridians inside the human body, forming a self-contained system, yet not fully released.

Compared to the jewel wand that affects the mind and spirit, the power of the Silver Moon Crystal benefits the physical body more. Its specific effects will only be known after it returns to the body.

The unprecedented experience left the mage slightly intoxicated. After a moment, he calmed himself down and immediately inquired about the situation and background of the Mad Moon.

"It is understandable that they do not understand the root of the problem. After all, they were imprisoned when they realized that something was wrong, and they may not even be able to see the tip of the iceberg."

The old demigod's voice immediately lowered, his apprehension evident in his words:
"The birth of the Mad Moon can be traced back to the Primordial Era, and it is even highly likely that it is a fragment that was separated from the origin."

"In a sense, opposing Him is almost like opposing the world itself,"

"However, some problems don't necessarily require dealing with the troublemakers."

"Is escaping shameful, and effective?" the monk asked, sensing the other party's intention.

"escape?"

Aghalim frowned, then gave a self-deprecating laugh: "Well, it is indeed an escape, after all, fighting to the death is the last resort."

Their conversation didn't last long before it was time to part ways.

In fact, Zhang Yuan wanted to know more, and even expressed his desire to see the true face of Feng Yue, but the other party dismissed the idea after just a few words.

"It is unwise to pry into secrets far beyond one's own limits,"

"The difference in the rate of time flow between the two worlds is negligible. Your consciousness has been detached from your body for too long. Go back."

The shimmering spirit was like a fish suddenly pulled up; the invisible dimensional threads, like a taut fishing line, instantly yanked it out, freeing it from the constraints of the plane.

Tracing back along the dimensional passage, under the protection of demigod power, they penetrated the crystal wall and the sea of ​​primordial energy, traversing various world planes, and finally, like a weary bird returning to its nest, they plunged into the center of the world of Toril.

In the prime plane—the continent of Faerûn, in the central part of Sword Coast—Highhold, a sleeping body trembles and begins to awaken.

The violently rotating eyes struggled to open the taut, twitching eyelids, but a brilliant blue light burst forth from the black pupils.

Having experienced so many ups and downs in a short period of time—the arcane leap, Aghanim's blessing, and the staff's enhancement—the mage was finding it difficult to suppress the overflow of his spirituality, and even his control over his body was slightly rusty.

He struggled to sit cross-legged, closed his eyes, and meditated, calming his throbbing spirit and regulating his somewhat rapid breathing, using his senses to guide the spirit to connect with his body, and to breathe in and out of his energy channels.

what!
He stood up, opened his eyes, and exhaled. The slight disharmony between his spirit and body vanished in an instant under the cultivation of the two paths.

The power of the Silver Moon Crystal also surged from his spirit body and flowed into his entire body. Zhang Yuan felt cool and clear all over, as if his limbs, bones, and flesh were being soaked by the cold spring.

With a feeling of complete well-being, a clear mind, and lucid eyes, all unusual phenomena subside, and one returns to simplicity and authenticity.

Only the abundant vitality within his body and the updated data panel testified to his leap in energy level.

Owner: Zhang Yuan
Race: human

Identity: Auto Chess Messenger
Class: Blademaster (Level 8) / Mage (Level 13)
Age: 27
Faction: Absolutely Neutral

Strength: 20 (Hill Giant Strength Belt +3)

Agility: 17 (Speed ​​Boots +1, Vera's Blessing +1, Silver Moon Crystal +2)

Constitution: 20 (Vera's Blessing +1)

Intelligence: 22
Wisdom (Perception): 14 (Necklace +2)

Charisma: 12
Weapon Specializations: Longsword - Advanced, Dual Weapons - Advanced
Combat Specialties: Evasion, Rolling, Agile Attacks, Dual-Weapon Combat, Whirlwind Attacks, Qi
Spellcasting feats: Armored spellcasting, gesture-free spellcasting, magic insight, scroll drawing, spell penetration, spell specialization: Conjuration, Evocation, Transmutation, Necromancy, combat spellcasting, silent spellcasting, spell power, spell maximum, spell range extension, spell delay, chain casting, instant spellcasting.

Skills: Spirit Slash, Advanced Alchemy, Shock Punch, Spirit Healing, Runic Arts, Construct Studies
Spell slots: First Ring: 18 (doubled by the Ring of Sorcery), Second Ring: 9, Third Ring: 9, Fourth Ring: 9, Fifth Ring: 8, Sixth Ring: 6, Seventh Ring: 4.
Among the many attribute values, the increase in Agility is undoubtedly a gift from the Silver Moon Crystal, while Intelligence had already achieved a leap before the advancement. Although this journey has been very beneficial, it is still a step or two away from the next stage.

What's even more exciting is the improvement in spellcasting skills.

Reaching the thirteenth level of the Arcane Long Rank meant that the Seventh Ring of the Magic Network had finally opened its doors to him, allowing him to ascend to the ranks of high-ranking spellcasters.

Aghanim's Scepter, the most important gift from the old demigod, also revealed its profound power. "Blessing of Aghanim's Scepter - The blessing from the power of the demigod has formed new properties after merging with the rules of the other world. Function: Grants the wearer exemption from the cost of supermagic spellcasting, twice a day."

Even with the Dharma Master's profound knowledge, this brief introduction requires repeated contemplation.

It's not that they're difficult to understand, but the meaning behind these concise entries is actually quite profound.

Please translate: What is meant by "exemption cost"?

The super magic skills that originally required a higher spell slot have suddenly become more accessible.

For example, silent casting and hand-free casting are fine, since they only take up an extra step, and skilled players can even waive the cost themselves.

However, spell enhancement, spell maximum effect, instant cast, delay, range extension, and even the chain casting he had just researched and mastered, are all superb techniques that can change the original power and effect of the spell.

Su Liang's wife is a wing-back, and so is Sister Pomegranate. What's the difference between them...?

Using the original Ring Technique to perform high-level super magic casting is practically like buying Sister Pomegranate at the price of Su Liang's wife, and she's even an electronic warfare model. Don't take too big a bargain.

This is equivalent to experiencing a level 9 spell ahead of time at the seventh level.

Moreover, after entering the eighth or ninth ring sequence, the advanced casting of various top arcane spells is by no means easy. Spells involving the transformation of deep magic webs are usually only the privilege of archmages and even legendary masters.

Extreme Meteor Explosion? Instant Time Stop? Extended Banshee's Howl?
Just thinking about it is captivating; its power is probably comparable to legendary spells.

Unable to resist the urge, he disregarded everything else and immediately began to memorize the spells again.

Chain Spells - Chain Lightning

Instant Spell Casting - Bigba's Protective Palm

The super magic spells that originally required eighth or ninth ring spell slots were forcibly taken into the bridal chamber by a cheap sixth ring slot. It's more than just getting something for free.

Given that Zhang hadn't even touched the edge of the level eight magic network, this was practically a freebie.

"Teacher, I have lived up to your expectations."

Zhang Yuan woke up feeling refreshed and tried to suppress the upward grin and exposed white teeth by pursing his lips.

This performance, which could be described as a masterful facial expression, almost made the usually aloof Tyrantier burst into laughter. He thought to himself that his apprentice had finally made it into the inner circle, and he was overjoyed and could not contain his excitement.

"it is good,"

Seemingly feeling that the praise wasn't strong enough, the Grand Master paused and added another sentence.

"Hmm, very good."

"Thank you for your praise. The recognition from pioneers is a guiding light for those who follow."

Compared to the flowery flattery of some subordinates, the old master's praise seemed bland and dry, yet it made Zhang Yuan feel unusually flattered.

Regardless of the other party's strength and status, the rare praise from a teacher who is usually strict and stern is already extremely precious.

"Don't slack off, but your ambitions are certainly not limited to this. I must have been overthinking it."

"know."

Zhang Yuan nodded his thanks for his teacher's advice and then prepared to leave to return to Gaoya.

His already enhanced spellcasting abilities were further amplified by the staff, resulting in a significant increase in his strength and boosting his confidence considerably.

We now have a considerable amount of leverage. With a little rest and planning, our planned scheme should be ready to be implemented.

Just as Zhang was pondering how to make a move in the impending turmoil, he heard hurried footsteps approaching as soon as he stepped into Gaoyabao.

"Why can't I contact you with this damn communication crystal?!"

The female thief who stormed into the room was furious and had nowhere to vent her anger; her voice was urgent and trembling.
"The Grand Duke is dead! Iltan is dead!"

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