With a pair of silver gauntlets adorned with cutting-edge runic engravings, Raiden felt waves of magical energy flowing like electric currents between his fingers. Every intricate detail on these gauntlets wasn't mere aesthetic decoration - they were vital keys to controlling the towering steel colossus before him. The gauntlets served as sophisticated wireless bridges, creating a seamless connection between his consciousness and every vital component of the giant robot.
With near-perfect precision, he channeled magical energy into the robot's core like a maestro conducting an orchestra. The energy propagated through an incredibly complex and sophisticated network of runes, awakening the technological giant from its long hibernation. Within mere seconds, the robot's eyes emitted a brilliant blue light - a visual manifestation confirming that all systems had activated flawlessly.
Raiden exerted his mental focus to the highest level, directing and controlling the flow of magical energy into the Engine Control Runic-Processor with extreme precision. Instantly, futuristic holographic displays materialized before him - visible only through his special contact lenses - showing various complex parameters and real-time robot system status in stunning detail.
The sensation flowing through every cell of his body defied ordinary description. His consciousness seemed to perfectly assimilate with the robot, creating a harmonious symbiosis between controller and controlled. Every electrical impulse from his brain neurons directly translated into mechanically calculated movements with high precision.
Maintaining stable and controlled magical energy flow required extraordinary concentration, especially when the robot needed dynamic power adaptation to execute complex maneuvers and activate special modules. However, for now, with the robot still in a static position, the energy flow could be maintained at a constant and stable level.
"Truly amazing," Raiden muttered, his voice laden with profound admiration. "A perfect fusion of high technology and refined magic. This sensation..." He lost words to continue, making his mother, aunt, and Seraphina start in surprise at his unbridled enthusiasm.
Claudia and the association's director exchanged meaningful glances, proud and satisfied smiles clearly etched on their faces. Receiving appreciation and praise from the heir of a prominent sorcerer family was no small achievement. They held strong conviction that Raiden's extraordinary talent would soon be known throughout the world. Establishing good relations with him was an invaluable investment in the future.
"Time to raise the level of this challenge," Raiden declared with determination while raising his gauntlet-clad hands. His eyes focused sharply on every vital parameter displayed, he began adjusting the magical energy output into the Engine Control Runic-Processor with meticulous calculation.
With careful mathematical calculations and precision, he moved each component of the robot's frame within the safe limits displayed by the monitoring system. The giant robot rose with graceful yet powerful movements, maintaining perfect balance as if dancing on the hangar floor. In a series of beautifully coordinated movements, its titanium hands reached for a pair of energy swords stored in a unique X-formation on its back.
Raiden made the robot bend its knees with perfect calculation, preparing momentum for a spectacular leap. With controlled and measured mana energy surge, he launched the robot into the atmosphere before activating its advanced flight system. The steel titan now hovered with stunning elegance in the horizon, demonstrating perfect harmony between advanced technology and high-level magic under the control of a true master.
"Remarkable! Even in your first trial session, you've demonstrated mastery over the flight module with astonishing movement efficiency," Claudia couldn't hide her amazement, her irises following the graceful movements of the giant robot hovering elegantly mid-atmosphere, enclosed within the towering magical barrier dome.
"Feel free to explore the various modules as you wish. However, keep monitoring the magical energy output to prevent exceeding the specified threshold," Claudia added wisely, offering a gentle warning to prevent Raiden from getting too carried away in his experiments.
Responding with a simple nod, Raiden chose not to shift his focus. His gaze remained concentrated on studying the various combat modules available in the system. Through the advanced contact lenses fitted in both eyes, detailed information about the combat system was displayed interactively with remarkable accuracy.
'Sword Qi?' Raiden's thoughts instantly fixated upon reading the description of a module that particularly caught his attention. A revolutionary combat system that granted users the ability to manifest sword energy in its purest form, manipulatable and shapeable at will through the equipped robot's blade. The potential power it offered was truly tempting to explore further.
With meticulous calculation, Raiden regulated the magical energy flow within the specified parameters. He transmitted a series of complex commands through the neural signal network, conveyed simultaneously with magical energy into the robot's system via the pair of gauntlets encircling his hands. The Runic-Processor Engine Control swiftly processed the command to activate the chosen Sword Qi module.
In microseconds, both blades in the robot's firm grip began emanating a brilliant aura, releasing an intense silvery-blue light—the characteristic color of magical energy flowing through Raiden's vessels. With magically calibrated control refined to the highest precision, he instructed his robot unit to execute a lethal double diagonal slash, targeting the giant wooden dummy standing tall in the special area designated for long-range attack training.
As both swords moved with stunning acceleration, their sharp edges released two colossal crescent-shaped Qi waves with mesmerizing silvery-blue hues. The energy projectiles streaked in perfect diagonal formation, creating a stunning X pattern mid-atmosphere before finally diving with high precision toward the designated target.
Sonic shockwaves vibrated through the air for several milliseconds, accompanying the deadly movement of the dual Qi waves that cleaved the target wooden dummy into several pieces with such precise cuts, as if carved by the hands of a skilled artisan.
Demonstrating perfect technique mastery, Raiden successfully controlled and dissipated the Qi waves just before the energy could reach the surrounding area outside the target zone. However, the consequences of using such high-level technique immediately manifested in his system.
"Ugh... this technique completely drains mental stamina reserves," Raiden whispered faintly, his breath irregular as he tried to wipe away beads of cold sweat beginning to dampen his forehead.
With remaining stored concentration, Raiden performed careful calculations to regulate magical energy flow into the robot's system with maintained precision. He methodically deactivated the Sword Qi module that had reached its usage limit, guided the robot unit to perform a smooth landing in the field area, before finally executing the command to deactivate all operational systems of the robot.
Applause echoed beside Raiden. The Magic Association's Director and Claudia couldn't conceal their amazement witnessing Raiden's prowess in controlling the colossal robot, which hadn't even reached its final form.
A half-finished prototype—that was the status of the giant machine. Without proper calibration and adjustments, yet Raiden's performance in controlling it had provided invaluable data. Data that would become the foundation for developing the perfect version, ready to face real battles.
However, both had to keep this dark secret tightly sealed—the fact that they had exploited Raiden as a subject for combat data collection.
"Remarkable," the Magic Association's Director forced a fake smile. "Even I have never managed to activate a module as complex as Sword Qi."
"Young Master, are you alright?" Claudia rushed to Raiden's side as he sat exhausted, her voice carrying genuine concern.
Lysandra and Calista—Raiden's mother and aunt—exchanged meaningful glances at the beautiful girl's attention toward their beloved troublemaker.
Golden light suddenly radiated from Claudia's right palm, emanating warmth. With gentleness, she placed her hand on Raiden's forehead. The warm golden energy flowed, instantly revitalizing the young man's mental strength.
The fatigue that had enveloped Raiden vanished instantly. His mental power recovered perfectly without side effects, thanks to Claudia's magical touch.
"Young Master," the Magic Association's Director stepped forward. "Are you ready to proceed with the final test?"
A mocking laugh escaped Raiden's lips at the question. "Don't underestimate me with such trivial matters. I'm ready anytime." His determination burned bright—obtaining an official license as a magic user was his top priority now.