Even without any experiences in magic, someone could conclude that he was dogmatic and rigid after observing him for a while. These words are far from compliments.
This high-level mage, who has been an apprentice for decades, doesn't seem to be battling but doing problem-solving...
Yes, problem-solving!
Under Lud Gold's feet, three overlapping Four-Colored Magic Arrays representing the intermediate level arcane shone. Lud had obtained them at the beginning of the battle at the cost of three wounds under his ribs. The spell "Elemental Perception", can neither attack nor defend, but its utility lies in its single function. As the name suggests, it enhances the caster's sensitivity to elements and magic within a certain range for a short time.
Then he started 'problem-solving' by waving his Magic Wand.