Transcending the Magic Era: The Supreme Female Archmage

Before the practical training even began, Instructor Cui Tianxiang stood leisurely at the entrance of the combat room, awaiting the students' arrival. Once all the students were gathered, Instructor Cui began to explain the simulator in detail: "Students, this massive simulator before you will be the core tool for your practical training. It was independently developed by our Mingxi Holy Academy, representing the most advanced practical simulation technology in the Aurora Empire. The wild monsters in the simulator are all replicas of low-level bloodline beast races, while the lord-level monsters simulate high-level bloodline beast races, allowing you to experience intense battles with beast races firsthand. Here, you can team up or act alone, challenging monsters or engaging in player-versus-player combat. Although 'death' in the simulator will not cause any physical harm, you will experience a realistic sense of death; death and running out of magic power will automatically exit the simulator."

Hanging on the walls of the battle room are the combat leaderboards for grades one through nine of Mingxi Sacred Academy, divided into individual and team rankings. These leaderboards meticulously record the wins, losses, and rankings of every simulated battle, showcasing not only the students' abilities but also serving as a source of motivation for them to continuously challenge themselves and pursue higher honors. On the leaderboards for other grades, names are constantly being updated, reflecting fierce competition, while the two leaderboards for first-year students remain blank, awaiting new students to fill them with their skills.

For individuals or teams who rank in the top 100 of the leaderboard, the academy offers generous points rewards. These points are not only a recognition of their abilities but also tangible benefits. Points can be used to offset accommodation and meal costs, and can also be exchanged for various materials needed to learn alchemy. Specifically, the top-ranked student receives up to 100,000 points per month, second place 80,000, third place 50,000, the top ten 30,000, the top fifty 10,000, and the top one hundred receive 5000 points. These point incentives undoubtedly add more motivation and passion to students' practical training.

Seeing the students' eager eyes, like hungry wolves, Teacher Cui said no more. He guided the students on how to enter the simulator and the basic operations after entering, and then let the students explore on their own to experience the infinite possibilities in the virtual world.

Chu Qiuchi exchanged a determined look with the members of the Liu Liu Da Shun team, and announced with great enthusiasm, "Let's go in and show our skills! We've got the first-year rankings! If we're going to compete, we'll compete for first place!" The other team members nodded in agreement, their eyes shining with determination, and each of them was filled with the determination to win.

Stepping into the simulator's interior, a breathtakingly spacious and impressive room unfolded before them. Divided into nine levels, each lined with rows of cool simulation pods, each designed specifically for students of the corresponding grade. Chu Qiuchi and his companions headed straight to the first level, choosing an empty area and finding a vacant pod. They lay down in their pods, adjusted their positions, and then pressed the start button without hesitation.

As the simulator started, Chu Qiuchi felt as if she were on a wondrous out-of-body adventure. In the blink of an eye, she found herself in a completely new world. She found herself standing in the center of a small village, surrounded by a bustling crowd and some familiar faces—her classmates. The new classmates, like her, were deeply shocked by this sudden and magical experience, looking around in amazement.

Suddenly, a mischievous boy's voice rang in her mind: "Hey, new warrior, welcome to the combat simulation space! Before you unleash your skills, choose your staff. As a beginner, you can only choose a level 1 staff, but don't worry, although the level is entry-level, the appearance can be customized to your liking. With just a simple thought, you can have a unique staff. Come on, let's see what your ideal staff looks like!"

Following the instructions, Chu Qiuchi enthusiastically selected a level 1 staff. She closed her eyes, beginning to envision the staff's ideal appearance. When she finished, she opened her eyes, and the staff in her hand had magically transformed into her imagined form—fiery red throughout, with a dazzling crescent moon at the top, and within the crescent moon embedded a deep blue sphere, radiating a mysterious light. She decided to name this staff the "Moon Return Staff."

"I'll call you the Moon Return Staff!" The moment she thought this, the words "Moon Return Staff" appeared on the staff's handle—it was simply amazing! At that moment, that mischievous voice rang in her mind again: "Congratulations, warrior! Your equipment has been completely revamped. Now you can begin your combat adventure! Go for it, warrior, let's see how you wield this Moon Return Staff to show your skills!"

With everything prepared, Chu Qiuchi began wandering around the village, searching for her teammates. She hadn't gone far when she spotted Ji Moyu in a small courtyard. He was holding a staff that was entirely dark green, with several curved blades at the top surrounding a black crystal ball, making him appear exceptionally mysterious.

Chu Qiuchi excitedly waved and shouted to Ji Moyu, "Little Fish! Little Fish! Look over here, look over here! Come here quickly, let's go find the others together!" Ji Moyu heard the call, looked up and saw the little girl waving excitedly at the door, and walked towards her without hesitation.

As Ji Moyu strode closer, Chu Qiuchi glanced at the staff in his hand and exclaimed, "Nightfall Staff, what an elegant name! Little Fish, how did you even come up with such a unique name for your staff!" Before she finished speaking, she proudly raised her staff and showed it off to Ji Moyu with a playful smile, "Little Fish, do you know the origin of my Moon Return Staff's name?" Ji Moyu turned his head, his eyes questioning, as if waiting for her to reveal the answer.

Chu Qiuchi said mysteriously, "Judging from your eyes, I can tell you're curious too, right? The reason my staff is called 'Moon Returns' is because it symbolizes 'The bright moon hangs in the sky, the night is still and the wind is gentle, where does one's beloved wish to return to?' Hehe, what do you think? Isn't it interesting!"

Upon hearing Chu Qiuchi's teasing, Ji Moyu turned his head without changing his expression and continued walking forward.

"Hey, hey, Little Fish, slow down!" Seeing this, Chu Qiuchi quickly jogged to catch up, her cheerful laughter flowing between the two like a joyful stream.

Soon, the members of the Six Six Great Fortune Team gathered together, each holding their unique staff.

Chu Yichen held the "Thick Earth Staff," which radiated an earthy yellow luster. A shield encircled the top of the staff, and an earthy yellow crystal ball was embedded in the shield, making it appear steady and solid.

Nalan Xingyao brandished the "Celestial Staff," its silvery-white blade gleaming, topped with a shimmering white five-pointed star and surrounded by countless small stars, like a star in her palm.

Puyang Minghui's "Chengxin Staff" is entirely pink, with a heart topped with small white wings, making it warm and comforting.

The group gathered in a circle, excitedly sharing their novel experience, showing off their staffs, and discussing the special meanings behind each staff.