As Igneel continued his lessons with Frey, he discovered that he had a natural affinity for black magic, one of the darker schools of magic. Black magic was known for its destructive power and was often shunned by more traditional mages. But Igneel found the raw power of the dark magic exhilarating.
Frey was initially hesitant to teach him black magic, warning him of its dangerous and unpredictable nature. But Igneel was determined to master this forbidden art, and eventually, Frey reluctantly agreed to teach him.
Igneel learned that black magic was powered by negative emotions, such as anger, fear, and hate. By tapping into these emotions, a black mage could harness incredible power, but at a great cost. Black magic spells could drain a mage's mana reserves quickly, leaving them weakened and vulnerable.
Despite the risks, Igneel was drawn to the raw power of black magic. He practiced tirelessly, pushing himself to the limits of his abilities. He could feel the dark energy flowing through him, fueling his spells and giving him a sense of power and control.
But he soon learned that black magic came with a heavy price. The more he used it, the more he felt himself becoming consumed by the darkness. He found it harder and harder to control his emotions, feeling anger and hatred bubbling beneath the surface.
Frey noticed the changes in Igneel, and he grew increasingly concerned. He warned Igneel that black magic was a slippery slope, and that once a mage was consumed by its power, there was often no turning back.
Igneel brushed off Frey's concerns, feeling invincible in his newfound power. But he soon learned that Frey's warnings were not unfounded.
One day, while practicing a particularly powerful black magic spell, Igneel lost control. The spell spiraled out of his grasp, unleashing a wave of dark energy that nearly destroyed the forest.
Terrified by his own power, Igneel realized that he had to take a step back and re-evaluate his path. He knew that he had to learn to control his emotions and master his dark powers if he wanted to avoid disaster.
With Frey's guidance, Igneel began to explore the other schools of magic, learning to harness the power of elemental magic and divination. He discovered that there was a balance to be struck between light and dark magic, and that true mastery came from being able to draw on both sides of the magical spectrum.
As he continued his studies, Igneel felt himself growing stronger and more balanced. He learned to control his emotions, channeling his anger and fear into powerful spells that were tempered by the light magic he had learned.
In the end, Igneel realized that there was no easy path to mastering magic. It was a journey of self-discovery and discipline, one that required him to explore the depths of his own soul and find a balance between light and dark. But he knew that with Frey's guidance, he could become a powerful mage and use his magic to protect those he cared about.