In this world, magic is real. It's not just stories or fairy tales. Magic comes from a special power called Essence. Every person has a little bit of Essence inside them, like a hidden energy they can use if they learn how.
At the center of every mage's power is their Essence Pool. This pool is like a magical battery that holds their energy. The bigger the pool, the more magic they can use before getting tired. Mages train hard to make their Essence Pool bigger so they can cast stronger spells and use magic for longer. But they must be careful. If their pool runs out, they can't use any magic until they rest or refill it with special ways.
Having Essence isn't enough. To use magic, mages have to form their spells and control their Essence. This is called Magic Forming. It's like shaping clay, but instead, they shape their energy into spells. Controlling Essence is tricky. If a mage messes up even a little, their spell can fail or even backfire. That's why mages spend years learning how to shape and control their magic. It's the first thing they learn at the Academy.
Magic is split into Four Main Types, each with its own special powers:
Elemental Magic: This type controls nature. It's split into Fire, Water, Earth, and Air. Mages can throw fireballs, control water, move rocks, or create gusts of wind. Those who master this are called Elementalists.
Arcane Magic: This is about using pure magic energy. It includes things like moving objects with your mind, creating illusions, and making magic shields. But it's hard to control, so Arcane mages need to be very careful.
Life Magic: This type deals with living things. It can heal wounds, boost strength, or even bring the dead back as undead creatures. Healers and Enchanters use Life Magic, but Necromancy is banned because it's dark and dangerous.
Mind Magic: This type taps into thoughts and feelings. It allows mages to read minds, control others, or walk through dreams. Mind Mages are known for their ability to change what people think and feel.
Every mage is born with a natural gift for one of these types. But the best mages learn to combine different types to create new, powerful spells.
Magic isn't a free-for-all. A group called the Magic Council makes sure magic is used properly. They make the rules, decide who can use magic, and punish those who break the laws. They are powerful and control a lot of things, like schools, research, and even the government. But there are rumors that the Council has secret plans of its own—plans that could change the world forever. Nobody knows what they're really up to, but some people are starting to ask questions.
To train young mages, there's a special school called the Arcanum Academy. It's the best magic school in the world. Only the most talented students get in. At the Academy, students learn how to control their Essence, form spells, and master the Four Magic Types. But it's not just a place to study. The Academy is full of secrets and challenges. Students have to compete to prove themselves. Some rise to the top, while others are left behind. There are also whispers of hidden books and forbidden spells deep in the Academy's library. Some say there are secrets so powerful they could change everything. But anyone who goes looking for them might never be seen again.
On a town called Alexandria, a certain kid born with a powerful magic attribute, but having a powerful magic also have a drawback. The kid's Essence pool was smaller unlike the other kid, although its also normal to have a smaller essence pool, only 10% of each population is having a kid with small capacity of essence. Nash Hearthstone, the kid who born with Lightning Magic. Because of having a small capacity of essence, Nash can't use more than three magic spells that can beat anyone. Although he was weak with a strong magic, Nash didn't give up instead he create his own spell that can't reduce his essence continuously. This spell allows his magic to temporarily enhance his speed and power, even the spell only enhance his speed better, the power still can damage anyone but not like the other attack spell. Ever since he created that spell of him, he keep practicing it until he fully mastered the Lightning Enhance Magic: Full Thunder.
Nash is just an average boy who grew in a poor family, his father was only a cashier on a convenience store. His mother passed away when he born, so his father took over the position of his mother on taking care of him. They living on a old barn that his father brought after his mother died, he can't give Nash a proper house since he doesn't have any work that time. Nash understand their situation since he was a kid, he didn't asking his father to buy anything for him, he just want him to teach about more of magic.
One sunny day on their yard, Nash was having a magic forming, he was trying to create some law essence needed magic spell so that he doesn't exhaust easily. Suddenly, Anthony Hearthstone came to their yard with a paper on his hand. "Nash, i have something for you, i know you don't like me getting anything that can make you happy...so i'm thinking this since your five years old..your obsession on being a magoc soldier really make me happy, so...i thought you might entering in this prestigious school...the Arcanum Academy of the West..", Nash eyes widened in surprised because its his dream to get into this kind of school.
"But why father?", his father explain to him that he keep saying it for the past months, even hearing him telling it to his friends around their house. Nash eyes widened and this makes him happy, this where he will start to become a magic soldier, to rise his family to the top, and to become one of the best in the country. This is Nash starting line.
Arcanum Academy is the most prestigious school for magic in the entire world. It's a place where young people with the potential to use magic come to learn and grow. Known for its strong traditions and powerful alumni, the academy is respected by all. Hidden deep in a secluded part of the world, its towering spires and grand halls are filled with students eager to master the art of magic.
Getting into Arcanum Academy is no easy task. Every year, thousands of hopefuls take the Entrance Exam, a series of difficult challenges designed to test a student's magical potential. The exam is made up of three main parts...Points Hunting, students will be battling some low level magic beast that scatter around the field, once they killed one beast they will gain different amounts of points. The more points you have, the higher chance you will get in the second test. Magic Test, Students must show their ability to control Essence (their magic energy). They are asked to perform a series of magical tasks, such as creating light, moving objects, or summoning small creatures. The test is not just about strength, but about control and precision. One-on-One Battle, the final part of the exam involves a one-on-one duel with another student. This battle tests a student's ability to use magic in combat. Winning this duel requires both skill and strategy, as students must use their magic in creative ways to outsmart their opponent. Only those who perform well across all three challenges are allowed to enter the academy. Those who fail are sent home, but they are always welcome to try again in the future.
Being accepted into Arcanum Academy comes with many rewards...Expert Training, Students receive instruction from the world's best magic teachers. The academy's faculty is made up of highly skilled mages who specialize in various fields of magic, from elemental control to ancient rituals. Specialized Magic Training, Students are sorted into different Houses based on their magical abilities. Each House focuses on a specific branch of magic, such as Elemental, Life, Mind, and Arcane, allowing students to develop their natural talents. Magic Duels and Tournaments, Students can participate in regular magic duels and annual tournaments, where they can show off their skills, earn points for their House, and gain fame across the academy. Research and Knowledge, The academy boasts one of the largest libraries in the world, known as the Archives of Arcanum. Here, students can study ancient spells, learn about magical creatures, and uncover the secrets of the universe. Career Opportunities, Graduates of Arcanum Academy are highly respected and sought after by powerful organizations, governments, and even royalty. Many students go on to become powerful mages, scholars, or even leaders of magical communities.
The headmaster of Arcanum Academy is Archmage Alden, a powerful and mysterious figure. He is known for his deep wisdom, unmatched magical abilities, and strict leadership. Archmage Alden is not only the leader of the academy but also a member of the Magic Council, the governing body that oversees all magical affairs in the world. His decisions shape the future of both the academy and the magical community at large. Though kind and fair to those who show respect, Archmage Alden is also known to be strict with students who break the academy's rules. He is said to have an eye that can see through any disguise and a mind that never forgets. His past is shrouded in mystery, and many wonder if he holds secrets that go beyond even the academy's walls.
Arcanum Academy was founded centuries ago by a group of legendary mages, known as the Founders, who wanted to create a place where magic could be studied, practiced, and passed down through generations. They believed that magic should be taught in a structured environment, and that only those with the right qualities should be allowed to practice it. Over the years, the academy grew into the powerful institution it is today. The founders created the entrance exam as a way to ensure that only those truly worthy of magic would enter the academy. Over time, the academy has become the heart of the magical world, attracting talented mages from all over the globe. While many students come to the academy to learn magic, a smaller group comes for a different reason: to uncover the ancient secrets buried within the academy's walls. Some believe the academy holds the key to powerful, forgotten magic—magic so strong that it could change the world forever.
Nash is now running towards the prestigious school of the whole town, using his Lightning Enhance Magic, he jump and run towards the building at their town. "I can't believe father will give me this kind of dream! I have no reason to reject it! This is what i really want! To get inside the famous magic academy!! Arcanum Academy here i go!!!", he said while jumping out a house. After some few minutes, he finally arrive so quick he then saw some peoples trying to get in too. He can't believe that thousands of people really want to enroll in this kind of academy, he must enter and pass the entrance exam to get in in the prestigious academy.
He comes down, and start walking casually at the gate, but as he step inside of the academy's gate...all of them got teleported in a some kind of field, with some destroy structures and thick fog of magic essence. "What the...where the heck are we!!??", he said as the whole field their standing is the first entrance exam of the academy. The point hunting where they need to gather points by killing magical beast, what will Nash do in this kind of situation?? This is his first time fighting one magical beast, is he going to get pass this exam??
...to be continue...