Chapter 1054: A New Profession with Only Benefits
After Zhao Guang successfully researched the Magic Net Mage, he did not release too much information at the first opportunity.
In case any real issues arise, he could stop things immediately. After all, Mage Organizations are unlike Temples; Temples have to reason with the populace, while Mage Organizations do not.
As long as there is a threat to them, they can directly take action without any reservations.
The key point is, for the public, these Magic Net Mages are not an indispensable force.
Fortunately, after it was released, Zhao Guang gradually discovered that these professions did not impact mages but instead enhanced the support for mages among the populace.
Originally, mages were very mysterious, inaccessible to many people throughout their lives.
Now it's different; the presence of magical power as an available force has sparked interest rather than rejection.
The most crucial point is, becoming a Magic Net Mage is far more challenging than becoming a Magic Net Priest.
To become a Magic Net Mage, one must have certain qualifications; not everyone can do it. This inherently limits their numbers, as mages were already very few.
Moreover, since they spend most of their time on their own research, this further reduces external conflicts.
After becoming Magic Net Mages, they aren't solely armed with attack-type magic; Zhao Guang has added some simple low-end material manufacturing methods as well. This also uses spell slots, and as long as there are materials, processing can continue.
Therefore, for major organizations, their research materials have actually increased.
Additionally, they could recruit fresh blood from the Magic Net Mages, making everyone less opposed to them. Many Magic Organizations are now facing increasingly reduced memberships.
Another critical point is that Magic Net Mages do not pose any threat to them.
Though the number of Magic Net Mages is large and achievements are easy, mages fundamentally rely on their brains for success.
The advantage of Magic Net Mages is their faster activation of magic spells and the variety of spells they can cast.
Due to the special circumstances of the Magic Net, Zhao Guang integrated various types of magic into it. Especially elemental types: once Magic Net Mages learn them, they can easily use magic of various attributes.
Added to this, they don't need to chant lengthy spells initially, requiring no preparation time, they can directly release magic.
Therefore, among Junior Mages, Magic Net Mages have an overwhelming advantage over orthodox mages.
Major magic organizations have conducted multiple experiments in this domain, confirming these observations.
However, once entering the intermediate level of magic, things become completely different. Intermediate Mages cast magic very swiftly, faster than Magic Net Mages who need to guide Magic Net power.
Additionally, after becoming Intermediate Mages, they have a variety of techniques and their strength increases.
At that point, Magic Net Mages will be at a full disadvantage, absolutely unable to compete with orthodox mages.
Moreover, the higher the power level, the greater the gap between the two; ultimately, the Magic Net is merely an auxiliary foreign force.
But the key point is, the Magic Net Mage and the orthodox mage do not conflict. This means that orthodox mages can also take on the role of Magic Net Mage; they just need special tools and some unique meditation.
No, if Zhao Guang chooses, they can directly inject their magic power into the Magic Net without needing special meditation.
Although this method cannot directly elevate the mage's level of power, it can expand their range of techniques.
After all, most mages can only use various magic from their own element and cannot use others. Those spells are not without utility; in fact, many are very convenient.
But now, having taken on the role of a Magic Net Mage, they can use them.
As such, many Mage Organizations have proposed cooperating with Zhao Guang regarding the Magic Net.
This is something Zhao Guang himself did not expect; upon receiving their applications, he was initially baffled. Ultimately, he could only politely decline, citing insufficient tools and inadequate research.
Yet, many mages are eager to purchase those for personal research; they wish to explore various Magic Net spells themselves.
Zhao Guang is a bit speechless at these individuals' enthusiasm, but when considering how Magic Net Mages can expand their techniques, it makes sense. Being able to use more types of magic is certainly beneficial for their battles and research.
Of course, Zhao Guang does not plan to sell them anything before completing this work.
Because it contains a lot of his key research data, if he just sells it away, who knows what trouble might come. Also, Zhao Guang wants to use this data to trade for something beneficial to himself.
As for the usage rights of the Magic Net, he can certainly share them as long as he retains the highest level of control.
Lastly, Zhao Guang hadn't anticipated that the cultivation of Magic Net Mages would be so easy.
Thus, the Chirali Empire was the first to send a message requesting assistance in nurturing a wizard group.
Indeed, a military formation composed of mages. Though only at the Junior Mage level, as mages, they can demonstrate immense power. They've already tasted the benefits brought by the priest groups at the frontline.
If a Mage Army is formed, it could certainly be a formidable force.
Furthermore, if developed well, and if they can perform large-scale collaborative magic, even against teams with Military Formation, they might not lose. The potential of this Mage Army was evident to them.
Zhao Guang himself did not expect, that the Magic Net Mage he created would turn out to be such an outstanding profession.
One might say it's all gain and no loss, at least for most. The initial pressure possibly expected is nonexistent; instead, the support is substantial, and everyone wants to push this profession forward.
Well, it's a good thing; it greatly helps in increasing his influence.
The only frustration is on the Beastman side, where individuals with such qualifications are few. Originally, the Rabbitfolk had this potential, but they were driven away, leaving only the Foxman and a few from other small tribes.
However, establishing a Magic Net on the Beastman side is quite troublesome, mainly due to the expenses.
If it weren't for numerous specialties available for trade, Beastmen wouldn't have enough funds to purchase these items. Many Magic Materials, they don't even have places to find, which is why their development is much slower than the humans.
Because of this situation, the Beastman King has held numerous meetings, worrying so much he's pulling his hair out; rumors say his hairline has nearly receded these days.