Three years have passed in a hurry, and Noah Academy is located next to the magnificent Shengluo Forest. Every year, students who are about to move from junior to middle grade will enter this ancient forest for a journey of experience.
These experiences are usually led by high-level magic instructors, and the students are divided into teams of five to explore. For safety reasons, the teams only operate in areas where one to three-star magical beasts appear, avoiding the territories of higher-level magical beasts or groups of beasts to avoid unnecessary attacks.
Teams usually consist of different attribute combinations. However, due to Morris and Sophia's almost abnormal possession of six attributes, it seems that they can be paired with anyone, but they still choose to form a team with their more familiar classmates Fio, Lina, and Brit.
They happened to draw the mentor Alex, so the six of them are now on the outskirts of Shengluo Forest.
Under the dense canopy of leaves, Alex led Sophia, Morris, Fio, Brit, and Lina and other newcomers into the Shengluo Forest. The forest was composed of tall, sturdy ancient trees, and the treetops whispered with tense hissing and occasional thunderous sounds.
"Listen to me carefully, this is no child's play. We will be facing one to three-star magical beasts, which are within your current capabilities," Alex warned.
Sophia tightly grasped her "Key of the Celestial Realm" staff, her deep blue eyes filled with determination. Morris then drew his "Shadowfang" dagger, his equally blue eyes shimmering with excitement.
The first encounter was with a tree sprite, its body composed of twisted branches and bark. Lina raised her hand, and the wind element condensed into a small whirlwind, sweeping up the tree sprite.
"Watch my lightning strike!" Brit shouted, shooting a bolt of lightning from his palm, directly hitting the tree sprite.
Sophia pointed her wand at the tree sprite, and a water-based magic shot out from the wand, enveloping the tree sprite and freezing it into a block of ice. "Freeze successful!"
"Hey, ice cream, let's eat!" Morris said with a smile, then used Shadowfang to slice through the ice and split it in half.
However, no one paid attention to Morris.
"Very good, we easily dealt with this tree spirit," Alex said with a smile. "But this was just a warm-up, the next enemies will only be stronger."
As they prepared to venture deeper into the forest, a cold and eerie breeze swept through the entire forest. A loud roar echoed from the distance.
"What's that sound?" Fio asked nervously.
"It can't be, it's the roar of a powerful monster!" Alex said with a tense expression.
From the shadows of the forest emerged a huge six-star demonic beast, covered in thick black scales, its crimson eyes filled with murderous intent.
"You guys run! I'll hold it off!" Alex shouted, drawing his high-level magic staff.
Sophia and Morris looked at each other for a moment, then turned and ran with the other lower-grade students.
As they ran desperately to escape, a strange sound suddenly came from the dense shade of the woods, a mixture of low growls and the faint rustling of leaves. Sophia felt her heart tighten, sensing that this was no ordinary forest noise.
Suddenly, a huge demon beast appeared in front of them, standing at a height of three meters, with its entire body covered in a hard, stony shell. Its red eyes stared coldly at them as it spread its massive stone wings, revealing sharp, sword-like fangs.
Fio was shocked and exclaimed, "This is a Seven Star Demon Beast, very difficult to deal with!"
"This time, I'm not joking. We might really die here," Morris gasped, his eyes filled with intensified panic. He tightly gripped the "Shadowfang" dagger in his hand, staring at the menacing beast ahead.
Sophia picked up her "Key of the Celestial Realm" staff, feeling a surge of adrenaline in her heart. Her blue eyes intertwined with Morris's gaze, creating a subtle harmony in the tense atmosphere.
"I know, but we can't give up. We have weapons, magic, and each other," Sophia's voice was surprisingly calm, as if trying to steady everyone's nerves.
Brit, Lina, and Fio followed closely behind, each with varying degrees of tension and unease on their faces.
"Don't be afraid, the mentor will protect you." Alex's voice suddenly sounded, and he walked over with a calm demeanor. "I just used a special magic item to instantly repel that six-star ancient demon beast, but it cost me a lot of magic power. We need to solve this Seven Star Demon Beast together."
Alex twirled his wand in his hand, and the surrounding air immediately became tense. As a senior wizard, he still had the strength to fight the Seven Star Demon Beast.
"Brit, you're responsible for breaking its attack. Lina, use your wind magic to speed us up. Fio, get your wood magic ready, and as soon as there's an opportunity, trap it immediately. Sophia and Morris, you're on the main attack, use your strongest magic and weapons to attack it."
Everyone nodded solemnly, taking the upcoming battle seriously.
"Take action!"
Seven Star Demon Beast rushed towards them, and the intense power and oppression made everyone feel breathless. But under Alex's command, they operated like a well-oiled machine, each performing their duties.
Brit used his "Thunder Strike" to break the monster's attack, while Lina cast the basic magic spell "Swift Wind Step," instantly boosting everyone's speed. Fio's "Entwining Vines" successfully restricted the monster's movement, allowing Sophia and Morris to approach.
Sophia raised her "Key of the Celestial Realm," and a dazzling beam of light shot out from her staff, directly hitting the monster. Morris used his "Shadowfang" dagger and "Spear Sword of the Storm" to continuously stab, each strike carrying high voltage and dark power.
In an instant, the monster let out a tragic scream, and its whole body burst into a strong light, then disintegrated into countless points of light and disappeared.
"We... we won!" Fio shouted, and a hint of long-accumulated smiles appeared on everyone's faces.
"Everyone did well this time," Alex said with a serious expression. "But we still need to be careful. Our magic consumption was too high, and we must take the time to recover."
Everyone nodded, but inside they all felt a hint of joy. They had finally experienced the joy and freedom of being a true wizard, even though the future was filled with danger and uncertainty.
Sophia tightly grasps the "Key of the Celestial Realm" staff, feeling a warm flow running through her body, as if the magical amplification effect inherent in this artifact is taking effect. She looks at Morris beside her, who is also holding the "Shadowfang" dagger, his blue eyes filled with determination.
"Everyone, don't forget, the weapons and equipment in our hands are extraordinary. This is also the key to our success," Sophia says, her voice tense but resolute.
"Sophia is right, this place may be full of danger, but we also have enough strength to face it," Morris added.
Alex looked at the student he had personally nurtured for five years, feeling proud in his heart.
As soon as Morris finished speaking, the atmosphere of the whole team gradually stabilized. Under Alex's leadership, they continued to venture deeper into Shengluo Forest with the confidence of their recent victory and a sense of caution towards the unknown.
The interplay of light and shadow in the forest, with sunlight casting dappled shadows through the treetops. They moved through the ancient trees, vigilantly observing their surroundings, ready to respond to any potential danger at any moment.
Before long, they encountered a dense area of vines. With a gentle wave of his hand, Fio quickly used his wood-based magic to part the vines, creating a path for everyone. This display of control over natural elements showcased his abilities as a wood-based mage.
"The ecology here is truly diverse, presenting challenges everywhere," Lina murmured, her eyes filled with curiosity and respect for nature.
Suddenly, a faint movement could be heard ahead of them. A shadow quickly flashed by, prompting Alex to issue a warning: "Be careful, it might be a monster. Everyone, prepare for battle."
Brit and Lina quickly stood on either side of the formation, ready for battle. Morris and Sophia also tightly gripped their weapons, preparing to face the impending challenge.
In the tense atmosphere, a huge six-star demon beast, the "demon bat," suddenly flew out from between the leaves and headed straight for them. This demon bat was covered in dark red scales, and when it spread its wings, it almost obscured the entire sky.
"Flash!" Morris shouted, swiftly wielding "Shadowfang" and releasing a wave of dark energy. Sophia quickly raised her "Key of the Celestial Realm" and cast a powerful light magic, creating a stark contrast with Morris's dark energy.
Under the influence of these two powerful energies, demon bat was pushed back a few steps, but it seemed to have suffered little damage. Instead, it became even more enraged, baring its sharp fangs and claws.
"Use your strongest combination technique!" Alex shouted loudly, his staff glowing as he prepared to support them.
Sophia and Morris locked eyes, their understanding unspoken. Morris swiftly approached the demon bat, using his agility and "Shadowfang" to distract its attention, while Sophia concentrated her power from behind, preparing to unleash her ultimate magic.
At this critical moment, Sophia shouted loudly, releasing a dazzling light from the "Key of the Celestial Realm," forming a huge light ball that surged straight toward the demon bat. At the same time, Morris also focused all his strength into a single strike, piercing the body of the demon bat with the Spear Sword of the Storm and the Shadowfang dagger simultaneously.
With a loud bang, demon bat was struck by this powerful force, emitting a miserable scream, and its body began to disintegrate, ultimately turning into countless light spots disappearing into the air.
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief, and this sudden battle once again proved the importance of their strength and teamwork.
"Very good, your performance has exceeded my expectations," Alex said with satisfaction. "Let's start heading back out of the Rosen Forest."
With Alex's words, the team's morale reached new heights. This experience not only allowed them to experience real combat, but also taught them how to rely on and cooperate with each other in extreme environments. This is a valuable experience for their future growth.
The team began to turn back and leave the depths of the forest. On the way back, everyone was reflecting on this experience and exchanging their thoughts and learning points.
"We really did it, we actually defeated a Seven Star Demon Beast!" exclaimed Fio excitedly, with a confident gleam in her eyes.
"Yes, but we also can't ignore the help of Alex sensei," Sophia added calmly, "We still have a long way to go."
"Regardless, this experience has been a huge breakthrough for us," Morris said, his eyes determined. "We need to keep working hard and become stronger."
As they walked out of Shengluo Forest, the sunlight once again fell on their faces, bringing a hint of warmth. At the edge of the forest, Alex stopped and looked back at the group of energetic students.
"You all did very well, and today's experience will be an unforgettable one for you," Alex affirmed. "Remember, true strength comes not only from magic and martial skills, but also from inner perseverance and teamwork."
The students nodded in agreement, deeply moved. As the last rays of the setting sun faded, the team returned to Noah Academy.
During the trial in the Shengluo Forest, Alex witnessed the extraordinary strength displayed by Sophia and Morris, which led him to make an exception and lead these two students to the ancient ruins ahead of schedule.
These ruins are known as the battleground of the ancient deities, usually open only to senior students over the age of fifteen. However, Alex is convinced that Sophia and Morris are ready to comprehend the profound divine thoughts left by their predecessors.
As for Brit, Lina, and Fio, these three are still novice stage magic student. Originally, Alex had no intention of taking them along. However, after their persistent pleading, and with the help of Sophia and Morris, the three were ultimately fortunate enough to go along.
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