The levels of aura were distinguished by the color of one’s aura, and with each level of aura mastery, the combat range of the warriors shifted.0

At the red tier, a user’s fighting style didn’t differ much from that of an ordinary knight. They still swung their swords in close quarters. The only differences were that they were faster, stronger, and more resilient. In other words, their combat range remained largely the same.0

Once one reached the blue-tier, they could start adjusting the length of their aura. Not to the extent of projecting a blade ten meters long, of course, but it allowed one to extend the reach of their sword slightly beyond its physical length. This meant that battles between blue-tier warriors typically took place at longer ranges than those between red-tier warriors.0

At the purple-tier, aura could be detached from the body and launched as a ranged projectile. They were called different things—aura wave, aura bolt, or aura arrow—but the principle remained the same. They utilized techniques that allowed them to hurl their aura like magic. 0

Because of their extended range, duels between purple-tier warriors presented a particular challenge. It caused extensive destruction to their surroundings. Each time an...0