Stabilizing the Magic Circle:
A Magic Circle resided around an Ascendant's heart, acting as the core of spellcasting. Mastering it required three key principles:
1. Mana Compression – Preventing excess mana from leaking out of the heart and Magic Circle.
2. Mana Rotation – Ensuring a smooth, continuous flow of mana for efficient spellcasting.
3. Elemental Synchronization – Harmonizing mana with one's elemental affinity for maximum stability.
Ava extended her hand, and golden tendrils of mana began swirling around her fingertips, forming intricate patterns in the air.
"The Magic Circle," she began, her voice steady yet commanding, "resides around an Ascendant's heart. It is the very core of spellcasting your source of power."
Jack and his family leaned in, their eyes reflecting the luminous glow of the mana before them.
"To truly master it, you must adhere to three key principles."
Ava clenched her fist, and the floating mana abruptly compressed into a single, pulsing sphere.
1. Mana Compression;
Whooom!
A low vibrating hum filled the room as the sphere shrunk further, condensing into a dense core of energy.
"Preventing excess mana from leaking out of the heart and Magic Circle is the foundation of control," Ava explained. "Without proper compression, your spells will be weak, unstable… and ultimately, useless."
Jack felt a shiver run down his spine. The idea of losing mana uncontrollably made him uneasy.
Ava released the energy, allowing it to flow outward smoothly, the sphere expanding and contracting in a rhythmic cycle.
2. Mana Rotation;
Whirrrr!
The mana began spinning rapidly, forming a miniature cyclone of energy.
"A smooth, continuous flow of mana is crucial for efficient spellcasting," Ava continued, her fingers guiding the movement like a conductor directing an orchestra. "If your rotation is erratic, your spells will flicker, falter, or misfire entirely."
Jack's father furrowed his brows. "So, maintaining balance is key?"
Ava nodded. "Exactly. Imagine a river if the current is steady, it flows without obstruction. If it's wild and uncontrolled, it overflows or dries up. Your mana is no different."
The swirling mana suddenly shifted colors, morphing into distinct hues of red, blue, green, and white.
3. Elemental Synchronization;
Crackle!
Fwoosh!
Splash!
The air crackled with sparks, flames danced, gusts of wind spiraled, and droplets of water coalesced before vanishing into mist.
"Mana must resonate with your elemental affinity," Ava declared, her voice firm. "A Pyro user must let their mana burn like a raging inferno. A Hydro user must flow like the endless tide. If your mana is not in harmony with your element, your spells will never reach their true potential."
Jack's mother clutched her chest, feeling her own mana stir within. She never realized how deeply connected it was to her essence.
Ava let the energy dissipate, the room slowly returning to silence.
She gazed at them with a knowing smile.
"Now… let's see if you can do it."
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Ava let her mana flow into her Magic Circle, and immediately, a faint golden glow pulsed around her like a heartbeat of energy. She raised her hand, her fingers relaxed yet precise, and in an instant.
Fwoosh!
A small flame flickered to life above her palm, dancing gracefully, its warmth spreading subtly through the air.
She held it there for a moment, letting its presence sink in.
"This is Mana Rotation in action," she said, her voice calm but firm. "Without it, spells become unstable, and you might lose control of your magic entirely."
Then, with a simple snap of her fingers.
Pop!
The flame vanished.
Jack and his family blinked in amazement, even though they had seen magic before. There was something effortless about how Ava controlled her mana, something that felt… natural, like breathing.
She lowered her hand and locked eyes with Jack.
"The key is balance." Her tone grew sharper, more instructive. "Too much mana flow will overload your Magic Circle, while too little will result in weak, ineffective spells."
She let that knowledge sink in before continuing.
Then, she turned to Jack, her golden gaze unwavering.
"Now, try compressing your mana and circulating it around your heart."
Jack swallowed. He had done this before, but something about Ava watching made it feel… different. The room felt heavier, more expectant.
His family had already practiced these techniques countless times, but Ava's presence made it clear this wasn't just practice anymore. This was a test.
Jack took a deep breath, closing his eyes.
Silence.
For a few moments, nothing happened.
Then
Whooom!
A faint blue glow flickered around him, weak at first, then growing stronger. His Magic Circle responded.
The air shifted, charged with raw energy as the mana inside him began to move.
Ava's lips curled into a small, approving smile.
"Good. Now, keep that flow steady."
Jack gritted his teeth, focusing everything on maintaining his mana flow. His breathing slowed, his heartbeat syncing with the rhythm of his magic.
But then
Crack!
The mana flared uncontrollably, a violent surge erupting outward before fizzling out completely. Jack staggered back, panting.
His family gasped, and his father took a step forward, concerned.
Ava, however, remained calm. She didn't scold him. She didn't lecture him.
Instead, she smiled.
"Good," she said simply.
Jack looked up, confused. "Good? But I lost control"
Ava raised a hand. "Yes, you did. But you felt it, didn't you? You sensed the mana, even if just for a moment."
Jack hesitated… then slowly nodded.
"Then you're already on the right path." Ava's voice was encouraging, yet firm. "Mastery doesn't come in a single day, Jack. It takes patience, effort, and control."
She gestured toward him. "Again."
Jack exhaled sharply, wiping the sweat from his forehead. He knew this wouldn't be easy…
But he wouldn't stop now.
This time, he would get it right.
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Mastering the Aura Force Ring:
Unlike the Magic Circle, which served as the core of mana, the Aura Force Ring functioned as a raw energy amplifier channeling power to strengthen the body, accelerate speed, and refine combat techniques.
Mastering it required three fundamental techniques:
1. Aura Flow – Maintaining a steady circulation of aura throughout the body and Aura Force Ring to prevent disruptions in movement.
2. Burst Control – Releasing aura in precise bursts to enhance speed and power without unnecessary waste.
3. Force Coating – Wrapping weapons or body parts in condensed aura to reinforce strikes and defense.
But mastery wasn't as simple as just gathering aura.
It required complete control.
Ava stood before them, her violet-golden gaze unyielding, her presence commanding as she spoke.
"To wield aura properly, you must understand its flow, its force, and its fusion with your body."
She raised her fist, and in an instant
Fwoooom!
A radiant Aura Force Ring flared to life around her wrist. The air around it distorted, as if the sheer density of energy was bending reality itself.
Her voice was steady, but there was a quiet intensity behind it.
"There are three fundamental techniques every Aura Force Ring Master must perfect."
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1. Aura Flow – The River Within;
"First, you must circulate your aura seamlessly, allowing it to flow through your body and the Aura Force Ring without disruption."
She exhaled slowly, and like a heartbeat, her aura pulsed outward rippling through her limbs, resonating with her every breath. The movement was fluid, effortless, like the tide shifting beneath the moon.
Because she high ranking Ascendant, Even though she wasn't Aura Force Ring Master she can demonstrate perform as Aura Force Ring Master.
"Aura that surges wildly will cause backlash, making you sluggish and unstable. But the aura that flows too weakly will crumble under pressure."
She turned to Jack's father, locking eyes with him.
"Your goal is to make aura as natural as breathing. Do that, and you'll never lose control in battle."
Jack father was Beast Tamer he has both magic circle and aura-force ring and Physical Enhancement more than magic because he is beast master. Thats why Ava teaching him how one can use Aura.
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2. Burst Control – The Art of Precision;
Without warning
Boom!
Ava punched the air, and a thunderous shockwave exploded outward, sending a gust of wind surging through the room. Jack and his family instinctively braced themselves as their clothes rippled violently from the force.
She lowered her fist as the air settled, her expression unwavering.
"This is Burst Control."
Jack's father swallowed hard. His instincts screamed that such a casual strike should not have caused this level of destruction.
Ava continued, her voice calm yet razor-sharp.
"Releasing aura in uncontrolled bursts will waste energy and leave openings. But if you learn to compress, time, and unleash it precisely"
Her foot barely shifted
And then
Zzzt!
She vanished.
In a blink, she reappeared several feet forward, stopping with a level of control that seemed inhuman. The sheer momentum behind her movement had been staggering, yet she came to a perfect halt, her body completely relaxed.
Jack's father started, his mind racing.
That wasn't just speed, it was something beyond.
"Timing your aura bursts is the difference between a mere step… and an instant kill," Ava said, her gaze locked onto him.
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3. Force Coating – The Armor of Power;
Then
She extended her arm, and
Fwoosh!
A dense layer of glowing aura wrapped around her fist, shifting like liquid energy before solidifying into an unyielding force.
"This is Force Coating," she declared.
She swung downward
BOOM!
A deafening shockwave erupted, sending tiny cracks slithering through the stone floor beneath her feet.
Jack's father stiffened, his heart pounding.
"With this technique," Ava continued, "your blows will land harder, your defenses will withstand more, and your weapons will carry twice their normal destructive force."
She stepped back, her golden gaze meeting him once more.
"You are a Beast Tamer. Your body is your first weapon before your beasts, before anything else."
She motioned toward his arms.
"Channel your aura. Let it flow, not explode."
Jack's father took a slow, steady breath.
The room was silent.
He reached inward toward the energy thrumming inside him.
And then
Whoosh!
A faint green aura flickered to life, wrapping around his arms like a second skin. It was weak, unrefined, but it was there.
Ava observed with quiet scrutiny.
"VeryGood."
Jack's father James clenched his fists, trying to feel the rhythm of the energy. It was… strange. As if it wanted to escape, yet also wanted to sink into his being.
Ava tilted her head. "Now, release it in a short burst."
James focused, his legs coiling with tension.
He concentrated compressing his aura.
And then
Boom!
He propelled forward but his movement was off-balance. His feet barely caught the ground, his momentum wavering.
Still, he had moved faster than before.
Ava smirked slightly, clapping her hands once.
"Not bad at all," she remarked. "Your execution is sloppy but the potential is there, you can grow in future."
Jack's father exhaled sharply, his heartbeat pounding.
Ava crossed her arms, her smirk fading into something more serious.
"TryAgain."
There was no mockery. No disappointment.
Only expectation.
Jack's father straightened, sweat beading on his forehead.
His aura flickered again.
He could feel the raw power beneath his skin, waiting to be honed.
This was just the beginning.
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To Be Continued….!!