First Legendary Dragon: Starting With The Limitless System
Chapter 146: Learning the First Spell!

Tier 2 Fire Spells

-Blastfire Orb – A fireball that detonates on impact, causing AoE damage.

-Blazing Ward – Summons a curved wall of fire to block or deter enemies.

-Inferno Slash – Imbues a weapon with flame, releasing a burning arc with each strike.

-Combustion Pulse – A fiery shockwave from the body that knocks nearby foes back.

-Waveflame – Unleashes a rolling wave of fire along the ground.

-Sunray Shot – A concentrated beam of searing heat aimed with precision.

Tier 3 Fire Spells

-Crimson Flare – A spiraling burst of flame that ascends in a sharp pillar.

-Magma Surge – Erupts molten flame from beneath the ground in a focused area.

-Drakefire Breath – Unleashes a wide, roaring cone of fire that mimics a young drake's breath.

The list itself was fascinating, each name resonating with strength and fiery potential. Yet, Orion's gaze quickly drifted back to the first and most basic spell—Fireball.

He chuckled softly, amused by his own straightforward choice. 'Starting at the basics, I guess. But it feels right to begin here.'

[Master is wise! A solid foundation is the key to mastering greater things! (๑•̀ㅂ•́)و✧]

He inwardly chuckled, 'Reminds me of a good novel I used to read, Infinite Mana something. This was the fan-favorite skill.'

[(⊙﹏⊙✿)]

'Well, anyway, I should first understand the fundamentals before moving on,' Orion said.

He flipped to the spell's dedicated page, greeted by a highly detailed illustration of Fireball. At its heart was a beautifully etched rune formation, encircled by clearly drawn mana circuits and bordered neatly by intricate Runic Inscriptions.

Orion's gaze fell upon the elegant description written beneath it:

Fireball (Tier 1, Fundamental Fire Spell)

A basic offensive spell, forming a concentrated sphere of fire mana. It rapidly combusts upon contact with the target, causing a controlled burst of flames.

Primary Rune Sequence: [Fire] → [Ignite] → [Burst]

-[Fire]: Core elemental rune, dictates elemental property.

-[Ignite]: Initiates combustion upon mana activation.

-[Burst]: Controls and stabilizes explosive release.

Mana Circuit Framework:

Composed of two simple concentric loops and four corner circuits designed for rapid mana channeling and efficient burst control. Ensures rapid casting and reliable performance.

Runic Inscriptions (Control Layer):

Carefully inscribed around the formation in Runic Language to define precise spell parameters:

[Range] – Approximately 20 meters

[Explosion Radius] – 1.5 meters

[Mana Cost] – Minimal; suitable for repeated casting

[Trigger Condition] – Impact with physical or mana-based object

Beneath this, detailed notes emphasized the importance of accurate rune placement and precise mana flow through the circuits to ensure stable and controlled results. Even minor deviations in Runic Inscriptions or the spell parameters could result in significantly reduced efficacy or unintended explosive outcomes.

Orion exhaled quietly, impressed by the thorough explanations. "They really weren't kidding when they said spell formation was precise work," he murmured softly.

[That's right, Master! But don't worry—I believe in you! (≧◡≦) ♡]

'I wish I believed that much in myself,' he softly joked. 'Anyway, from the looks of it, I won't be able to just create whatever spell I want with random Primary Runes.'

[That should have been obvious, Master. Otherwise there wouldn't be spellbooks, as everyone would just make their own spells.]

'Haha, you're right. Alright, let's get started. I'll practice drawing the [Burst] Rune first. I should be able to learn it fairly quickly.'

He calmly took a blank parchment, placing it neatly before him. He changed things up a bit and bought a quill instead of a brush this time.

Dipping the specialized mana-quill into faintly shimmering blue ink, he carefully began practicing the [Burst] Rune. After learning all the Core Elemental Runes and some Foundational Runes, learning Burst was quite simple.

After only a few tries, he managed to create a decent rune. But to avoid mistakes, he continued practicing, and after a few more attempts, it reached the same level as his other Runes.

Only after that did he start replicating the rune formation onto the parchment, meticulously following each detail from the spellbook.

The first attempt was slightly off—his radial circuits wavered, uneven and slightly imbalanced. The parchment softly flashed before the spell formation dissipated, signaling a failure. Orion exhaled slowly, not discouraged but thoughtful.

He attempted again, this time more focused. The runes appeared neatly on the parchment, clearly defined and cleanly arranged. Yet again, a slight miscalculation in his mana flow caused the circuit to flicker unstably, dissipating shortly afterward.

"Hmm… not bad, but still needs refinement," Orion muttered, gently correcting his mana control and placement.

[You're getting closer, Master! Keep going—you've got this!

Encouraged by Lumi's enthusiasm, Orion's eyes sharpened with determination. Each successive attempt grew more precise, his strokes more refined.

After the fifth try, the parchment finally emitted a faint azure-blue glow, indicating a stable, properly executed spell formation.

"Yes!" Orion softly cheered, eyes sparkling proudly. "Finally got it!"

[Master, that was incredible~! You're improving so quickly!

"Thanks," Orion said warmly, his heart filled with a sense of accomplishment. "But I think I can still improve this formation. The mana circuits could be smoother, and the runes could be slightly more defined. Can't risk it to create this in my SoC just yet."

Motivated by his success, Orion continued refining the formation. With each additional attempt, the spell's structure became increasingly stable, more elegant, and efficient.

Eventually, after several more meticulous corrections, he produced an impressively clean and precise Fireball spell formation—one that perfectly matched the diagram in the spellbook.

Sitting back slightly, Orion admired his careful handiwork. "This one feels just right."

[Perfect indeed, Master! You're ready to try engraving it in your Sea of Consciousness now!]

He nodded solemnly, mentally preparing himself. 'You're right, Lumi. Now comes the real challenge.'

Closing his eyes, Orion's consciousness sank inward, smoothly entering his expansive Sea of Consciousness. His consciousness floated serenely within the boundless expanse.

All around him stretched an endless, soothing azure space, calm as an undisturbed ocean under the night sky.

At one of its corners lay the radiant Fire Elemental Orb, pulsing gently like the steady heartbeat of a living flame, casting warm golden-red reflections that rippled softly through the boundless expanse.

Floating serenely around this orb was Orion's freshly formed Fire Affinity Rune—a masterpiece etched with nine intricate Primary Runes: [Fire], [Flow], [Stabilize], [Amplify], [Ignite], [Control], [Contain], [Reinforce], and [Channel].

Each rune shimmered in harmony, bathing the surroundings in waves of gentle heat and light.

Taking a deep, calming breath in the physical realm, Orion focused inward. His mental self hovered quietly near the Affinity Rune, observing the mesmerizing interplay of elemental energies.

He knew exactly what to do, the repeated practice and preparation earlier on the parchment having honed his confidence.

With focus, he carefully visualized the Fireball spell formation, recalling every tiny detail—each curve and connection, each precise mana pathway.

The process of engraving directly into his Sea of Consciousness was delicate, akin to painting with a brush of pure willpower upon a canvas of intangible mana. But he was now confident after already forming the much more complex Affinity Rune.

'Alright, Lumi,' Orion whispered inwardly, his voice calm but firm. 'Here goes nothing.'

[You've got this, Master! I'm right here with you! (ง •̀_•́)ง]

Encouraged by Lumi's boundless enthusiasm, Orion began carefully etching the Primary Rune Sequence of the Fireball spell near his Affinity Rune.

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