“Greetings,” I began as I stepped onto the quiet podium. “I’m Deculein, Head Professor at the Mage Tower of the Imperial University and a Monarch-rank mage specializing in element magic.”0

As usual, I started my lecture with an introduction. 0

“Today, we’ll discuss the Pure Elements Exam that was auctioned last week. We have exactly 120 minutes.”0

I had prepared the lecture content and structure a week in advance, but I knew there was a good chance it wouldn't go as planned. The Chairwoman's incessant chuckling from the start was already bothering me.0

“Before we get into the questions, I’ll briefly explain Pure Elements.”0

Although the lecture was designed as a series of problem-solving questions, I began with a summary of the content I had taught in previous Mage Tower classes. I gave a short lecture using Pure Elements like Flowing Fire, Thundercloud, and Will-o'-the-Wisp.0

"... However, these Pure Elements have no inherent purpose. Their function depends entirely on the mage's intention. This distinction must be clear."0

Thinking about Pure Elements and Categories of Magic at the same time can be confusing. It’s like trying to draw two pictures with both hands simultaneously. It’s easier to draw one at a time, but separating the processes can be challenging.0

“We will skip the first five questions and start with Question 6.”0

Question 6 appeared in midair. It involved implementing the magic Frost Mist, which harmonized three Pure Elements. However, since the main focus of...0