NOVEL NEXT Chapter : Understanding The Power System
Auxiliary Chapter: The World of Fire Manipulation
The kingdom thrives on fire, its mastery, manipulation, and the hierarchy it creates. Fire is not just a weapon but a measure of strength, identity, and even survival. Over the years, the power system has evolved, and with it, the complexities of mana, flames, and the abilities that define this world. Here's a closer look into what has been revealed so far:
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1. Mana: The Fuel for Fire
Mana is the essence that powers all fire manipulation, functioning much like a combustible fuel. Once mana is depleted, a fire wielder cannot summon flames or maintain control over them. This limitation makes its management crucial in prolonged battles or training.
Anger as an Accelerant: For most, anger is the primary source of power. It burns mana faster, resulting in stronger but less sustainable flames.
Controlled Users: Skilled individuals like Thrain, Daelan, and rare groups such as the Onyx Sentinels focus on calmness and precision. By maintaining clarity of thought, they extend their mana reserves and improve efficiency.
Immunity to Heat: High-level fire users develop an immunity to fire and extreme heat, further reinforcing their superiority in battle.
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2. Pyrope Mode: The First Awakening
Pyrope Mode is the initial stage of power elevation for fire wielders, driven by anger or intense emotion. It enhances:
Physical Attributes: Strength, speed, and reflexes are amplified.
Flame Quality: Flames burn hotter, brighter, and more destructive.
Drawback: Relying on Pyrope Mode depletes mana rapidly and leads to reckless, uncontrolled fighting.
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3. Blue Flames: The Pinnacle of Power
Thrain is the sole wielder of the legendary blue flames, a power unseen since the last great wielder. Blue flames stand above all other types of fire, offering unparalleled versatility and strength.
Healing Capabilities: Blue flames can heal wounds quickly, even restoring broken bones, a feat no other flame can achieve.
Mana Sharing: They can transfer mana to others, forming connections that link minds, enabling telepathic communication.
Flame Manipulation: Blue flames can control other users' flames, even if they are infused with mana. This ability grants Thrain an edge over any opponent.
Teleportation: Blue flames allow for instantaneous travel, a rare and mysterious technique.
Psychological Edge: They provide unmatched clarity and control, allowing Thrain to fight with precision while maintaining his mana reserves.
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4. Green Flames: The Rare Counterpart
Green flames, while rare, serve as a unique counterpoint to the blue flames. Unlike blue flames, green flames are primarily held by elite users and masters, yet they fall short in raw power and versatility.
Healing: Green flames can mend wounds but not bones, and their healing is significantly slower.
Solid Flame Construction: They can create solid structures or weapons, giving them a defensive and strategic edge.
Lie Detection & Illusions: Green flames can uncover truths, expose lies, and cast convincing illusions, manipulating perception.
Puppet Control: Green flames can control others, but only for short periods, and the effect is fragile, easily disrupted.
While green flames are formidable, they cannot connect minds, transfer mana, or teleport. They represent a rarer, more specialized power, but one ultimately outclassed by blue flames.
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5. Flame Hierarchy and Colors:
Flame colors denote the user's strength, versatility, and mastery:
Standard Flames: Common and widely used, associated with basic fire users.
Green Flames: Rare and tied to elite users, offering unique but limited capabilities.
Blue Flames: Mythical and unparalleled, belonging solely to Thrain and the last legendary wielder.
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6. Advanced Techniques:
Smoke Control: Some users, like Gunther, demonstrate mastery over smoke as an extension of their fire abilities. This technique allows for visibility manipulation and subtle combat tactics.
Propulsion: Users can propel themselves using bursts of flames from their feet or hands, enhancing speed and agility.
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7. Systemic Flaws:
The academy teaches fire manipulation as a product of anger and raw power, dismissing control, precision, or clarity as unnecessary. This reliance on anger makes most fire wielders predictable and inefficient.
Thrain's Mission: Thrain's use of clarity, breathing, and control challenges the academy's philosophy. By proving the superiority of his methods, he hopes to inspire change.
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8. Legacy and Abnormalities:
Bijins: The three Bijins are anomalies, possessing abilities that deviate from traditional fire manipulation. Their connection to green flames sets them apart, hinting at deeper mysteries.
Thrain's Heritage: Thrain's abilities, especially his blue flames, suggest a lineage tied to the last wielder. His instinctive combat skills imply an inherited knowledge or latent potential.
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This chapter serves as a glimpse into the intricate power dynamics of this world. From the destructive force of Pyrope Mode to the unparalleled might of blue flames, each ability represents a piece of the grander puzzle. However, there is still much to uncover about mana, the origins of these powers, and their connection to Thrain's ultimate mission.
There will be more to explore in the future. For now, this serves as the foundation. Stay tuned as the mysteries deepen and Thrain's journey continues to reshape everything.
Note: The blue flames possess the same abilities as the green flames. While the green flames can't transfer mana, they can absorb or steal it. The green flames serve as a counterpart to the blue flames. Additionally, the blue flames possess superior capabilities that the green flames cannot match. As a human author, I'm prone to mistakes. Instead of criticizing, I appreciate any corrections that can help me improve the story. Thank you for your understanding and support.