Transformation magic

After the conversation with my mother, I left the dining hall feeling a sense of satisfaction and now It was time to venture into the depths of the library to research a new branch of magic; Arcana Magic more specifically, transformation magic.

As I made my way to the library, the sheer size of the palace never failed to astonish me. It stretched across vast dimensions, with over 200,000 square meters of floor space, surpassing even the grandest palaces on Earth.

Entering the library, I greeted the librarian with a nod of acknowledgment and headed straight to the section dedicated to Arcana Magic. This branch encompassed everything beyond the elemental realm, exploring the mysteries of Dark Magic, Illusionary Arts, and many other types but those would have to wait as I needed a way to hide my identity when going into the woods and I needed to ensure I wouldn't be kidnapped so learning Transformation Magic seemed like a safe bet.

My eyes scanned the bookshelves until they landed on a tome titled "Arcana Mastery: Secrets of Transformation." Excitement coursed through me as I reached for the book, I would finally learn transformation magic.

Within its pages, I discovered the basics of transforming human appearance—its principles and methods, after reading for about five minutes, I had finally stumbled upon the information that I was looking for,

"An aspect of Transformation Magic involves altering the human appearance. This can be done by mages reaching levels as low as the 1st Kosmos. The process involves delving deep into the inner structure of the body, identifying and focusing on the cells that make up the human form, and sensing the shape, size, and structure of cells allowing you to modify them by infiltrating the nucleus with one's mana. In doing this one could modify the chromosomes, altering appearance and physical attributes. However, caution is advised, as excessive use of mana during the transformation process could result in permanent damage."

I read the content of the book, memorizing as I went along and after that last paragraph I finally felt like the years I spent practicing my mana control alleviated any concerns about me using transformation magic to alter my appearance.

Another realization dawned on me, I had severely underestimated the knowledge of the people in this world, to think they knew so much about the structural makeup of the human body.

I continued delving deeper into the confines of the book and I came to the realization that transformation magic also had its limitations. It could not mask my true power, my mana capacity, and my magic mastery.

"So, concealing my level will require an artifact," I mused, feeling a hint of frustration. "I must focus on mastering transformation magic for now."

Continuing the book I read that with the advancement to the 3rd Kosmos, one could manipulate and restructure the material shape of objects. A mere rock could be transformed into a sword, or any other desired form, with a flicker of focused mana.

"I can reshape objects, infuse them with new forms," I whispered, my mind expanding with possibilities. This realization opened my eyes to the vast depth of magic and the uncharted territories waiting to be explored. It dawned on me that my understanding of elemental magic had merely scratched the surface, and I needed to refresh my perspective and delve deeper into the complexities of the Elemental magic and I need to read more on Arcane magic.

"I need to go and practice transformation magic, that's what matters right now."

Returning to my room, I spent hours practicing and experimenting with the techniques described in the book.

"I must control the flow of mana with precision," I reminded myself, my concentration unwavering.

The process was challenging, pushing me to explore the depths of my own abilities, but ultimately, I prevailed.

After practice, I was quite happy with the results as I could modify the color and shape of my, hair, face, and nose as well as increase the size and length of my appendages.

Satisfied with my progress in transformation magic, I decided to test my newfound abilities by altering my appearance. With a flicker of concentration, I reshaped my hair, adjusted the features of my face, and even elongated my limbs. It was exhilarating to see myself in a different form, to explore the possibilities that transformation magic offered.

Leaving my room, I ventured out into the palace, reveling in the freedom that came with my altered appearance. I disguised myself as different individuals, slipping into their roles and observing life from their perspective. It was a playful game of exploration, as I interacted with palace staff, engaged in conversations, and even joined in the occasional laughter.

As I ventured further, I stumbled upon a hidden area behind the palace kitchens, an area that I had never known existed. Curiosity piqued, I approached cautiously, my senses heightened. It was there that I caught sight of Lady Victoria, poorly disguised and engaged in a meeting with a man I had never seen before.

Realizing the importance of the situation, I tried to discreetly eavesdrop, but my surveillance skills were not yet honed. Before I could make out any meaningful conversation, I inadvertently alerted them to my presence. The man disappeared in an instant, leaving me with a feeling of unease and a lingering question in my mind.

"That was suspicious," I murmured to myself, the weight of the encounter settling upon me.

Returning to my room, I embraced the stillness and silence that surrounded me. With each breath, I allowed myself to sink deeper into a state of contemplation. Aware of the importance of gathering more information and advancing my magical abilities.

Sitting in the center of my room, I assumed a comfortable position with my legs crossed. Closing my eyes, I shut out the external world, focusing solely on the rhythm of my breath. Inhaling deeply, I imagined drawing in pure mana, infusing my body with its untapped power. With each exhale, I released the impurities that had accumulated within me, purging them from my being.

As the minutes turned into hours, I delved deeper into my meditative state. My mind quieted, allowing me to connect with the ethereal energy that surrounded me. I could sense the strands of mana coursing through my body, intertwining with my essence. With each breath, I absorbed more pure mana, strengthening my connection to the magical forces that permeated the world.

In this state of deep focus, I sought to increase my mastery over magic and expand the capacity of my core to process mana. It was a gradual process, one that required patience and discipline. I visualized my core, a reservoir of untapped potential, as it absorbed and processed the pure mana flowing through me. I aimed to expand its capacity, push its limits, and unlock greater levels of power.

Time seemed to blur as I immersed myself in this meditative practice and With each passing moment, my connection to the mana deepened. I could feel its pulsating energy flowing through me, intertwining with my very essence.

"I'm about to break through"