Chapter 3: First Simulation (Part 2)
[Talent selection confirmed. Magic Simulator initializing...]
A surge of electric-blue light flashed before Han Sen's eyes. His body felt weightless, as if his consciousness were sinking into an ocean of stars.
Moments later, glowing runes appeared before him like ancient constellations, pulsing softly with thunderous rhythm.
[Magic Simulation Configuration]
Difficulty: Apprentice-Level SimulationDuration: 1 YearRealm Limit: Basic Mage (Single Element)Element: ThunderEnvironment: Tianlan Magic AcademyObjective: Survive, cultivate, and strengthen thunder comprehension within one year.
Note: Pain and fatigue reduced to 20%. Insight and comprehension may be partially retained after the simulation.
Han Sen inhaled sharply, a faint smile curling on his lips.
"So this is the starting line… Let's begin."
He spoke softly, "Start simulation."
The world dimmed, lightning arced through the darkness—and then he awoke elsewhere.
[Simulation Begin]
Han Sen stood inside a small dorm room. Outside the window, clouds rumbled faintly as if resonating with his element.
A neutral, mechanical voice rang in his mind:
[Detected Element: Thunder. Basic Affinity confirmed.][Simulation will proceed monthly. Key events summarized automatically.]
[Month 1]
He began daily meditation, trying to sense the flicker of thunder energy within the air. But thunder was fierce and untamed; his control scattered every few minutes.
The sound of static buzzed faintly in his mind, like distant storms mocking his weakness.
Result: Mental focus +1 | Minor comprehension of Thunder Element.
[Month 2–3]
Training under Teacher Xue Musheng, Han Sen learned the rhythm of elemental flow—lightning wasn't brute power but pulse and timing.
One stormy night, as rain lashed the dorm windows, he sensed a faint spark forming inside his spiritual sea.
Result: Condensed one weak Thunder Star Seed. Meditation efficiency +1.
[Month 4–6]
Han Sen practiced tirelessly at the training ground. The others laughed at his shaking hands and failed sparks. He ignored them.
One evening, he raised his hand, channeled his will—and a crackling arc leapt between his fingers.
He had done it. His first true spell: Thunder Spark.
Result: Gained skill – Thunder Spark (Beginner). Control +1.
[Month 7–9]
The Thunder Seed grew denser, its hum steady within his spiritual world.He learned to chain the sparks together, forming a brief line of lightning that could strike a target dummy.
During a class duel, the electric discharge stunned his opponent before the spell even fully formed.
Result: Thunder Spark – Intermediate. Reaction Speed +2. Confidence +1.
[Month 10–12]
A simulated beast incursion struck Tianlan's outskirts. Han Sen joined a defense patrol of low-tier mages.
His Thunder Sparks danced across the night, stunning several minor beasts and buying time for retreating students. Though exhausted, he stood amidst the rain, his body faintly glowing with static light.
Result: Spirit +1. Thunder comprehension deepened. Gained title – "Storm Initiate."
[Simulation End]
Final Evaluation: ★★★☆ (Good Performance)Summary:
Realm: Apprentice Mage (Early)
Element: Thunder
Skill: Thunder Spark (Intermediate)
Comprehension Retention: 30% transferred to reality
A jolt ran through Han Sen's body as he snapped awake in his real dormitory. His pulse thundered, fingers tingling with static.
He extended his palm instinctively—Crack!
A faint arc of blue lightning danced between his fingertips, sizzling the air before vanishing.
His eyes widened.
"It really… worked."
A grin spread across his face as the lingering scent of ozone filled the room.
"The Magic Simulator isn't just illusion—it's my second life."