Chapter 240: A Proper Incubus Also Turns Demonic on the Couch (10K)_3
Now, more than half of the mainstream Mage Schools had already produced corresponding Magic Monarchs, and this number continued to rise over time.
In terms of pure challenge levels, all the major factions, except for the Enchantment faction, had produced Demigod Level (LV40+) top-tier mages.
And the entire system was divided very clearly.
They had the upper level of Demigod Mages, the theoretical and technical prowess of Magic Monarchs, and the transformation of spells mastered by the backbone High-level Mages, who had effectively become magical artillery.
Under such circumstances, with the capital to stand up, how could the mages willingly keep huddling in remote corners for survival?
Mages needed the respect and status befitting their professional system.
And the easiest way to achieve such status was twofold.
First, was to demonstrate the utility value of mages to various nations on the continent.
Of course, this did not refer to those Magic Apprentices who, upon leaving the academy, could only become mundane, toil-seeking mages on the magical production line.
To put it bluntly, as long as you were willing to pay a little extra, other professionals could also find their residual value on the magical production line.
In other words, from a broader perspective, Kael could guess the hidden attitude of various countries towards Mage Apprentices.
Highly replaceable professions weren't that crucial to major nations.
The operators on the magical production line could be Mage Apprentices, Elf Rangers, or even Spellblades.
Under such circumstances, expecting nations to highly value low-level mages was indeed not very likely.
After all, many understood that the existence of top-tier powerhouses in a system did not necessarily mean that the system was strong; it could merely be because "the powerhouse happened to choose that profession."
A sprinter being strong didn't mean you would excel in the 110M hurdles.
It was a simple logic.
A nation's value judgment of a certain type of professional did not solely depend on the high-level individuals of that system, but also on those who made up the largest numbers at the basal level.
Before Kael introduced the War Mage profession, most low-level Mage Apprentices, not yet transcendent, could be considered weak in destructive capability.
After all, during that period, mages were in a stage of knowledge accumulation; without accumulation, knowledge couldn't be transformed into power.
With accumulation, there would inevitably be a lack of combat experience and insufficient battle qualities.
But that was the past.
Kael chuckled lightly, a trace of excitement appeared on his lips.
This display of emotion was a rare sight for the normally composed Kael.
"Teacher, what do you mean?"
"In short, I am about to start creating something that will greatly alleviate the pressure on mages to search for relevant magical books."
Now, his identity, status, and even his power had an extraordinary influence.
From the most likely genius to inherit the title of Duke, to the Divine-Favored of the Four Gods, to his identity in spell theory research and as a Master of potions, he had completely stood above his ordinary peers.
Even on the streets, one could occasionally find some intelligence peddlers collecting information related to Kael.
He turned back to look at the Mage Tower standing tall on the land, a hint of obscure emotion flashing through his mind.
Without much communication with his student, he simply informed him that recently he could start diving deeper into the specialized content on Necromancy found in the recently established Lancaster Library.
Anderson, who didn't receive a reply from Kael, wasn't angered. He simply noted Kael's guidance on what to study and, after bidding farewell, eagerly went to Lancaster Library to delve into the relevant information.
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Elsewhere, after leaving the War Mage School, Kael met with Anse and Renata, the siblings, in the Lord Mansion's study.
The two siblings, who were traveling merchants from the Tulip Chamber of Commerce, had rushed over upon hearing that Kael sought them for something important.
"So, the Tulip Chamber of Commerce plans to invest in some magical industries here in Lancaster?"
Kael was a bit surprised, not expecting such a response from the traveling merchants of the Tulip Chamber of Commerce.
"Haven't you just recently started mining and metallurgy industries?"
To be honest, Kael didn't know what the Tulip Chamber of Commerce was thinking now.
After all, the mining and metallurgy industries had just been initiated, and they were planning to further invest in magical industries in Lancaster Territory, which truly astonished him.
To be frank, magical potions and specialty magical potions in Lancaster were restricted by the lack of human traffic, making it truly difficult to earn big money in that area.
"Don't be too hasty to discuss the magical industry; it might be too early for Lancaster's current state. I have some matters I'd like to consult you about the Tulip Chamber of Commerce's opinion on."