Dark Magus Returns

"To everyone out there in the studio today, do we have a special interview for you. I'm sure most of Alterian is tuned in right now because we have a personal interview with one of the Grand Magus, Enaxx!" the presenter announced, ecstatic while looking into the camera.

The female presenter, well known for hosting talk shows with different types of people, went by the name of Ashley and had been doing such things for a long time.

The setup of the studio was fairly simple. She was seated in a singular chair behind a desk of sorts, while the person she would be interviewing would be seated on a sofa.

At times, special guests would be asked to do a performance of sorts on a stage further to the right of the set.

Sometimes musicians would sing their favorite albums, or comedians would perform their latest stand-up routine. This time, though, there was an interview with Enaxx.

Enaxx had his facial hair perfectly groomed for the occasion. He had gotten a fresh haircut, was wearing a stylish light blue suit, and looked confident while being there.

As his name was announced, the studio crowd cheered for him. He waved and smiled with his white pearly teeth as he went ahead to take a seat on the couch.

"First, I want to thank Enaxx for taking the time out of his busy schedule to come to talk to us today," Ashley said. "As you know, all of the Grand Magus are important people for the entirety of Alterian."

"Enaxx is perhaps the most well known in a way, doing multiple public appearances, which brings me to my first question. Why is it that we can always get a hold of you and not the others? Is it because you're simply not as busy as them?" Ashley asked.

Enaxx smiled, and the crowd let out some laughter, mostly directed by a person waving some magic around, instructing the others to laugh.

"The Grand Magus are individuals that have a lot to offer in this world. They have their roles outside of being the Grand Magus, whereas for me, my role is being the face of the Grand Magus," Enaxx explained.

"If there are speeches to be made, information to be shared, I am the one that delivers it to the world. I think the reason might be my pretty face if you ask me," Enaxx replied.

The last comment again got a few chuckles, which Ashley seemed to notice something. 'Did the laughs seem to catch a small nerve?' Ashley thought. 'Maybe this could be a big thing. If I could get Enaxx to break down or explode while live, the viewership would go viral,' Ashley thought.

Still, she went along with the script for now.

"Well, as one of the Grand Magus, it means you must be extremely strong as well. There's been something going on online recently about magic with special traits. Are you able to explain such a thing?"

"Of course," Enaxx said. "You see, magic can be split up into three different variations, if you will. There is pure mana form."

Enaxx displayed his hand, and white energy surrounded it, glowing slightly yellow. "Anyone who is a mage can use magic this way. It's just the gathering of mana, but even this can be used in attacks."

"The second way is through magic circles. The circles themselves and the runes and symbols we use are instructions. Think of it like the coding used to make software. As for the source of power, it's our mana."

"Some circles require different types of magic, and some don't, and that will bring us to the third formation, and that is elemental magic."

"This is important to mages because it's the basis of when we create a core. For many mages, they try to gain affinity into these elements, giving us greater strength and allowing us to unlock more power in the magic circles we create."

"These three variations are what all mages are capable of, but when you talk about traits, these are types of magic that others are able to produce outside of that, which still require the basis of mana to use."

"For example, a summoner might be able to create creatures with his magic, or a person might be able to turn themselves invisible. It's a unique trait that has come across them when learning magic."

"So is it a bit like a breakthrough?" Ashley asked.

"Not quite. A breakthrough is the expansion of one's core. It's a powerful technique and has many downsides. Although that creates unique magic to each individual that is still based on what affinity the magic core is with, and it's something that anyone can learn how to do, at least in theory, as many will never ever learn how to break through."

"Whereas a trait is unique to those mages. Our research into special traits is a little limited. Some believe that it's a combination of several elements."

"Others believe it was just how one was born. What is interesting is some traits can be replicated through enchanted items or magic circles."

"For example, one user may have the trait to use their magic to make them invisible, but we have devices that can do the same, and we can place someone in a magic circle, activate the spell, and turn one invisible as well. So although in the past, magical traits used to be impressive, with research and enchanted items, it's not so much, unless one has a truly unique trait," Enaxx explained.

Ashley nodded her head quite a few times during the conversation, listening intently. Enaxx sure seemed knowledgeable.

"And what about the Grand Magus then? Are they strong because of special traits, or do any of them have any special traits?" Ashley asked.

"Now, I can't just go on ahead revealing other people's secrets, can I? Especially when they're not here," Enaxx replied.

"Then I have another question that pops up frequently," Ashley said. "Is it true that you are the weakest of all the Grand Magus?"

Enaxx's eyebrow twitched, and the bottom of his eyelid started to beat.