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Beginnings of the Modern Mage Haunting of The Past
[Perspective Shift: Evelyn]Evelyn: “Hurry up Vale.”Vale: “Just because I can clone myself doesn’t mean I have super strength. This sword is heavy and it’s hard enough without having to stay clear of the handle.”Evelyn: “You wouldn’t be in this situation if you took care of Astral properly.”Vale: “You weren’t there!”Evelyn: “?”Vale: “That…wasn’t human. I refuse to fight that thing again.” Heh, pathetic. Evelyn: “I hope the new girl is more useful than you.”Vale: “Yeah and maybe she won’t be a sadist. We can only hope.”Keep joking Vale, one of these days master is going to throw you away and when he does I’ll-*Gentle Piano Music*Vale: “Does that mean we’re almost there yet?”Evelyn: “Yes, are you still nearsighted?”Vale: “Yeah but I’m sure it will get better.”I ignore the boy and lead the way to the room where master is. I’m still blown away that he can afford such a place underground. I definitely made the right choice joining him. *Door Open*Evelyn: “We’re back master.
Beginnings of the Modern Mage The Past’s Claim to The Present
Focus Alyson. It doesn’t matter whether either of them are failures or not. It doesn’t matter if I deserve my present. I…have to defend it!Rose: “Stage Open, Act-.”I shoot mana bullets at that wand before she can summon those wolves.Alyson: “{Ignite} {Scatter}”The bullets split into 5 bullets and burst into red flames.Rose: “!”*Shoot*Now’s my chance! While she’s busy dodging those bullets.I focus and draw a magic circle in front of me. The sigil for Target and electricity.Alyson: “Target…Lilly Colt.”The magic circle shines and instantly Lilly’s body is electrocuted.Rose: “Gah!”Rose: “Do…you…think that will be...enough!”Rose: “Stage Open, Act 5!”Wolves burst forth and change at me. But I’m ready.Sigil for water while aiming my mana bullet at it. When the mana bullet passes through the water sigil, it’s embedded with the water element.Alyson: “{Scatter}”The mana bullet splits into the 5 and hits the wolves. This time, they disappear into a puff of smoke. I run up to L
Beginnings of the Modern Mage The Mystic League & Embers of Love
… … Astral: “Please say something so I can stop.” Deanna: “O-Oh, okay. A-Are you that guy solving small crimes in the town?” Astral: “Yeaaah…small…” Alyson: “Why are you here and what do you want?” He points to the source of the cold. Alyson: “…Why?” Astral: “Because it’s dangerous and I don’t want it to fall to the wrong hands.” Deanna: “Anton’s Family?” Astral: “Exactly, or more specifically the organization his family runs. I actually finally found out its name from a loose-lipped goon. They call themselves Dawn. Interesting name for people who hide in the darkness.” I still don’t entirely trust this guy but…I can feel my feet freezing over. Alyson: “Fine, take it.” Astral: “Thanks Alyson.” …Did I tell him my name. I shake my head, everyone probably knows my name at this point. We move out of the way so Astral can rip the floorboards off to reveal a glowing blue orb. Deanna: “Why is that here and what even is it?” Astral: “My friend’s best guess is that these mag
Beginnings of the Modern Mage The Pendulum Swings
[Perspective Shift: Nao]……I open my eyes, ready for a new exciting day. But…something is wrong. I…can’t move?What’s happening?Arc: “It seems like you're paralyzed. It happened hours ago but the effects still linger slightly.”Arc’s right. I can still somewhat move my fingers and toes. But how did this happen? Did someone-*Door Open*Alyson: “Good morning Nao.”Nao: “Alyson, thank goodness, someone paralyzed me! Is everyone alright?”Alyson: “Yes they’re fine.”Nao: “Good but…who-”Alyson: “I did.”Nao: “!?”Nao: “What?”Alyson: “Remember that knife you gave me, I…used it on you.”Nao: “…Why?”Alyson: “Because I don’t want you to continue on the path you’re walking, especially after…”Nao: “After what?”Alyson: “…Nothing. I just don’t want you getting hurt anymore. I’ll handle it from now.”Nao: “You’re not strong enough!”Alyson: “…Since you can’t stop me from helping anymore, I can show you.”Alyson’s body glowed blue while she held her up. My eyes nearly fall out of their sock
Beginnings of the Modern Mage Tensions & Interview
Calm down, this can help us in the long run. Yes, if only they understood magic better. They fear what they don’t understand.My eyes dart across all the unfamiliar faces and hope none of them work for Hiroshi. This is too important to fail.If I can just play my cards right, I can turn this in our favor.Mat tries to move past me toward Nao’s room but I grab his shoulder. I shake my head to show him that it’s not necessary anymore. Oh well, at least I have another person to help me convince these people.The film crew is already sitting up, ready to get this started. I go to the couch and look into the camera. “And here we are with what appears to be Alyson Redfern. Along with what I can assume are her friends.”Alyson: “Yes. We were watching the news when we saw the house being filmed. I have to say, you got us by surprise.”“Not enough it would seem. There aren’t any cauldrons or voodoo dolls anywhere.”Alyson: “That’s…not how magic works.”“Oh? Then it’s a good thing we did this
Beginnings of the Modern Mage Trapwire
[Perspective Shift: Nao]Sever: “My employer knew you would be too impulsive to stay still after your home is invaded. Clearly, you want to end this quickly but we have other plans.”Nao: “Tch, you’ll regret healing me. I’m much stronger and wiser than before. Now that I can move, I’ll be sure to kill you this time.”Sever: “You’re not the only one that’s grown. Even If you somehow kill me, I’ll make sure to delay you long enough to shut down that shield of yours.”Nao: “What?!”Sever: “Yeah, afterward we’ll make a bigger bloodbath than what happened with Astral.”Nao: “…Fine.”I bite my lip and stuff the pain coursing through my body. It’s not as bad as I expected but it will never be pleasant to shapeshift.This is where all my practice pays, I transform into a form that will inspire fear and horror. Nothing too crazy but enough to force a reaction. My body breaks apart and reforms into a form resembling a werewolf. But the form is more…grotesque than normal. I grow pure black fur
Beginnings of the Modern Mage Mirror
[Perspective Shift: Nao]*Door Open*Finally, I’m back home. At least, back at base. I don’t think this will ever feel like home. *Hug*?!Suddenly, I feel something soft and warm envelop me. I start to focus and notice Alyson hugging. It’s a bit uncomfortable due to the size difference though.I grow to acceptable sizes and hug her back. We stayed like that for a few moments before breaking apart. Alyson: “You didn’t have to grow on me like that. It doesn’t bother me.”Nao: “Maybe, but I prefer being tall.”Alyson: “…Alright. I want you to know that I’m proud of you for what you did. It could have been much worse if your killed Sever.”Nao: “…Thanks, I mean it. But I…”Still feel that desire deep down. Nao: “If you don’t mind, I would like to go to sleep.”Alyson: “I understand but…you should know what happened while you were away.”Nao: “W-What happened?”Alyson: “Follow me upstairs and I’ll explain.”I do as she says while listening to the story. I try to swallow any destructive
Beginnings of the Modern Mage Divide and Come Together
“Oh my god…did that really happen?”Alyson: “Yes, I hope you understand the threat that Hiroshi presents. If he’s willing to do that to his men, imagine what he would do to us or…you.”“I think I get it Ms.Redfern, I’ll make sure this gets to the right people.”Alyson: “Please, call me Alyson. Since we’re on a first-name basis, can I have yours?”“Of course, the name is Ruby.”Alyson: “And what about you cameraman?”Ruby: “Sorry, Kevin is mute.”Kevin: *Nod*Alyson: “I understand. Prisha will stay near you just in case anything happens.” Prisha: “Aww, I just woke up and already I’m put to work. Oh well, I’ll do my best. I’ll also throw that invader bootlicker in jail while I’m at it.”Ruby: “Thanks, for everything. I’ll be sure to put in the good word for you and…you’re brother.”Alyson: “I’d appreciate that.” With that, Prisha led the reporters and the surviving spy out of the house. I watch them leave while keeping my distance from the group. Alyson, Mat, and Victor are still in t
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