It had to be known that for every circle formed, the body would undergo a qualitative change, one that would massively attune the mage to their circle's path, but it would also etch a set of runes across their body.
Through these runes, they would exist in a perpetual state of quasi-resonance with the specific aether type aligned with their circle's magic.
These runes would also act as a sort of spell sentry, allowing near-instantaneous casting without mental strain or effort.
The higher the access grade, the greater the bodily transformation, and the more refined and complex the system of runes etched across the body.
Considering Uriel had formed five circles at once, each rooted in access grades seemingly surpassing the diamond grade by far…
'…'
The mantle didn't budge in the least. In fact, it almost seemed to tighten around him, locking his body in place as he rapidly shattered and broke down, the process entirely painless.
