novelhk Chapter 46 Russell's Vision: The Sorcerer Supreme
Chapter 46 Russell's Vision: The Sorcerer Supreme
Nepal, Kamar-Taj.
As the sun rose, the monks rose early to practice their magic.
For a Dharma Master, to advance in their spiritual practice, diligent study and practice day after day, year after year, are essential, from apprentice to master.
But lately, the mages have been somewhat distracted when practicing their spells.
Good heavens! Russell has been studying magic at Kamar-Taj for two days straight.
In the past, he would stay for a while and then leave.
But how come he knows all kinds of magic, and is so skilled at it?!
Russell paced back and forth in the courtyard where the sorcerers practiced their magic.
He wasn't causing trouble; Russell wasn't that bored.
He is now—Grand Master Russell, Head Instructor of Kamar-Taj.
"Relax your hands when casting the portal. Just make the motions and focus your attention on where you want to go."
As he walked around, Russell would occasionally point and give a demonstration himself.
"When casting Raghadore's Red Ring (a small defensive shield), pay attention to the flow of energy. Don't worry too much about whether the movements are standard. Just do whatever feels comfortable."
Inside the hall, Mordo, watching Russell instruct the other sorcerers, couldn't help but complain to the Ancient One:
"Ancient One, are you just going to let Russell run wild like this?"
Yes, in Mordo's view, Russell's teaching was a mess.
“What Bertrand Russell said is certainly correct, but it is not suitable for novice monks.”
For novice monks, the coordination of mantras and actions is very important.
Standard movements help them focus their attention, channel energy, and unleash spells.
The Ancient One neither refuted Mordo's words nor stopped Russell.
She simply smiled and nodded slightly.
“Master Modu, you are right.”
Bertrand Russell's method is indeed not suitable for most people.
Don't worry, he'll realize that soon.
He will change his teaching methods himself when the time comes.
Inside the courtyard, Russell had stopped and was deep in thought.
Why can't they teach it?
"Russell".
Gwen, who was standing nearby, woke Russell up.
Can I learn magic?
She skipped work these past two days and stayed in Kamar-Taj watching the sorcerers practice their spells.
The various magical spells broadened her horizons and aroused her curiosity.
Gwen often interacts with Russell and the Ancient One, so she has a relatively broad perspective.
The spells of the Kamar-Taj sorcerers are only minor.
"Gwen, do you want to learn? I'll teach you."
Russell's eyes lit up.
Gwen's Spider-Man is a hero unit, while the other mages, who don't even deserve to have names, are just regular units.
Hero units generally have better attributes than minion units.
I believe Gwen will be able to prove that it wasn't that I taught poorly, but rather...
Russell casually took a sling ring from the shelf, handed it to Gwen, and explained:
"Skillful use of the slingshot is very important in magic."
It can open portals, allowing free travel to various places, even different universes.
After Gwen put on the suspension ring, Russell began the demonstration and reminded her:
"Focus your attention, draw circles, and visualize your destination in your mind."
Gwen watched Russell cast the portal and nodded thoughtfully.
Soon, she began practicing using the slingshot and trying to draw portals.
My finger traced a circle.
Another lap.
One more lap...
Just as Russell was feeling disappointed and began to doubt whether there was something wrong with his teaching ability.
A spark appeared, which then connected to form a circle.
The aperture is widened.
It's done! The portal is complete!
Russell almost jumped for joy, unable to hide the smile on his face.
Gwen, however, was deep in thought and did not appear particularly excited.
“Strange,” Gwen muttered.
"Why is there no response when I want to go back to George's house (Earth-65); but when I want to go back to the bookstore, it only takes a moment."
"Transportation within the universe is different from transportation between universes."
At this moment, the Ancient One came over and gave a brief explanation.
As for the differences, there was not much explanation.
It was during the monks' morning practice, and with so many people around, it was best not to reveal the method of traversing the multiverse.
If Gwen wants to know, Russell can tell her privately.
Then, the Ancient One praised Gwen: "Gwen, it seems you have a great talent for learning magic."
Russell raised an eyebrow slightly. What does this mean? Can't it be that I taught well?
Gwen responded with a smile:
"Thank you for the compliment, Master Gu Yi."
By the way, Ancient One, Russell taught me magic, will that have any negative effects?
Ancient One shook his head: "It's alright, Gwen. Russell is the future Sorcerer Supreme, he has the right."
However, if you are interested in magic, you can consult another Ancient One after returning to Earth-65.
Russell's face stiffened. Although the Ancient One's words were tactful, he still understood the implication.
"Master, you said I am the future Supreme Master and have the right to impart magic, which I like very much;
But I'm very unhappy that you told Gwen not to learn from me and to go find the Ancient One with Whitebeard.
“Gwen, let me take you to learn the spellbook and language.”
Ignoring Russell's protests, the Ancient One took Gwen and left.
He explained as he walked. His voice carried from afar, as if he were speaking to Russell as well.
"The language of this mysterious magic has existed since the birth of civilization."
Long ago, the Venerable Masters called this language mantras.
The mages draw energy from other dimensions of the multiverse and collect it.
Recite the incantation, pay the energy, and thus cast the spell.
"Apart from certain individuals, others who do not learn to read or study cannot learn magic; they cannot chant incantations, nor can they cast spells."
Russell's forehead darkened.
Books? What books are you reading?
A spell? What spell?
Isn't the essence of magic simply the use of energy?
Why not just observe the energy flow and then replicate it?
Bertrand Russell stood there, lost in thought.
Could it be that I cast spells differently from others?
If Whitebeard and the Ancient One were here, he could answer Russell.
Yes, Russell's method of casting spells is different from other mages.
Other mages pay a price, usually energy, in exchange for the right to use the spell, which is equivalent to renting it out.
The owner of the spell can choose to lend it or not, and at what price.
Russell, on the other hand, plagiarized, using his own energy to imitate and replicate the spell.
He owns all rights to the spells.
Anyway, in the magical world, no one will accuse him of plagiarism.
If that's the case, then we're in trouble.
I originally wanted to teach them properly and see if I could train a few Sorcerers.
With the Ancient One gone, I can take over and subcontract the missions.
But if the method of casting the spell is different, how do you teach it?
No! The student didn't choose the right one.
Russell suddenly realized.
If you want to form the Supreme Mage Order, choosing the right people is even more important.
There's about to be a change in the shortlist of candidates for his Supreme Masters.