Silas stood amidst the array of replicated artifacts, his eyes gleaming with anticipation. He reached out, grasping one of each item, feeling the thrum of magic beneath his fingertips. With a deep breath, he began to absorb their essences, his body tingling as new powers flowed into him.
The process was intense, each artifact imparting its unique abilities. Silas felt the rush of elemental forces coursing through him - fire, air, and earth joining the water affinity he already possessed. The four primary elements now balanced within him, a foundation of elemental mastery at his disposal.
But the artifacts offered more than just the classical elements. Silas felt the crackle of electricity, the ability to summon lightning at will. Light magic suffused him, granting the power to conjure orbs of illumination. Each spell contained within the artifacts became a part of him, expanding his magical repertoire exponentially.
