POWER SYSTEM
Alright, let's cook up a fire power system for Shadowbound Ascension—one that feels deep, logical, and actually fun to read.
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Power System: Arcane Calculation Theory (ACT)
In this world, magic isn't just about waving your hand and shouting some nonsense—it's about understanding the underlying formulas that govern reality.
Magic is essentially a complex equation, and every spellcaster is a mathematician trying to solve it in real-time.
The stronger your understanding of these calculations, the more control you have over magic itself.
1. Core Concept – The Arcane Constants
Magic is built on four fundamental constants, known as the Arcane Constants:
Ether (Θ) – The raw energy source that fuels all magic. Think of it as a rechargeable battery stored within every living being.
Structure (Σ) – The complexity of the spell's formula. The more refined the structure, the more powerful and stable the magic.
Cognition (Ψ) – The caster's ability to process the calculations in real-time. Higher cognition = faster and more complex spells.
Interference (Δ) – The environmental and external factors that disrupt magic (like anti-magic zones, opposing forces, or even mental distractions).
Every spell needs to balance these four constants, or else it fails catastrophically.
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2. Spellcasting – The Formula System
Instead of chanting random words, spells are constructed using formulas. Every spell follows a set structure based on:
> Input (Θ) + Calculation (Σ) – Interference (Δ) = Output (Ψ)
Meaning if your Ether (Θ) is low, you can compensate with better Structure (Σ).
If the Interference (Δ) is high (like someone countering your spell), you need higher Cognition (Ψ) to adjust in real-time.
Mastery is about being able to tweak these variables mid-cast—like a genius coder debugging a program on the fly.
Example Spell Formula:
> Ignis Lance (Basic Fire Projectile)
Input: Ether Flow = 20
Calculation: Thermal Expansion + Vector Acceleration
Interference: Wind Resistance -3
Output: High-Speed Fire Spear
Advanced mages customize spells in real-time, tweaking calculations to make them stronger, faster, or more efficient depending on the situation.
The best casters don't just memorize spells—they understand the math behind them.
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3. Ascension – The Path of the Mind
This is where things get crazy.
True power doesn't come from just having more Ether or better formulas—it comes from breaking the mental limiters on how fast and accurately you can calculate spells.
This is called Ascension.
Ascension happens when a caster rewires their brain to process magic on a level beyond normal human cognition.
This can be done through:
Overclocking – Temporarily pushing your brain into a state of hyper-processing (but risking memory loss, burnout, or even neural damage).
Parallel Cognition – Splitting your mind to calculate multiple spells simultaneously. The strongest mages can cast several spells at once by treating their mind like a multi-core processor.
Reality Decryption – At the highest level, Ascended spellcasters see the world itself as a mathematical equation and can rewrite the rules of magic in real time. This allows spell manipulation, countering magic before it's even cast, or bending the laws of physics itself.
At this level, battles aren't just about throwing fireballs—it's a war of intelligence. The one who can process calculations faster and more efficiently wins.
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Explaination for toddlers;
Alright, listen up, because I'm about to explain this power system without all the complicated math talk—just pure, easy-to-understand brain fuel.
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Power System: Arcane Calculation Theory (ACT)
> "Magic is just math, but instead of failing a test, you explode."
In this world, magic works like solving equations, but instead of using numbers, you use magic formulas to control reality. The stronger you are, the faster your brain can process those formulas.
Think of it like this:
Weak mages need a calculator (spellbooks and chants) to cast spells.
Strong mages do mental math (casting spells instantly).
God-tier mages don't even do math—they just make up the rules as they go.
How It Works in Simple Terms:
1. Your brain is your CPU. The better it is, the faster you cast spells.
2. Spells are like video game skills—but you have to manually aim, adjust, and optimize them.
3. At higher levels, you don't just use spells—you edit how magic itself works.
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Rankings for Magic Users (Weak to Strong, No Math Required)
1. Neophyte (The Magicless Noob)
> "Wait, people can use magic?!"
You suck.
You either can't use magic or are so bad at it that nobody takes you seriously.
If someone attacks you, your best move is running away.
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2. Acolyte (The Baby Mage)
> "Look, I made a tiny fireball!"
You've figured out how to cast simple spells but still need time to do it.
Imagine playing a fighting game but having to read the entire move list before attacking.
Takes forever to cast spells and usually misses their target.
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3. Arcanist (The Rookie Fighter)
> "I can cast fireball without setting myself on fire now!"
You can cast decent spells without messing up.
Takes less time to cast, but still slower than pros.
You know some tricks but can't outsmart stronger mages yet.
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4. Savant (The Spell Combat Pro)
> "I don't just cast spells—I mix and match them mid-fight!"
Now you're fast. No more long chants—your spells happen instantly.
You can multi-task, casting multiple spells at once.
You can start countering enemy magic, meaning no more getting one-shot by stronger mages.
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5. Arch-Savant (The Master Caster)
> "I changed how fire magic works. Good luck blocking that."
You don't just cast spells—you customize them mid-fight.
Can rewrite parts of magic laws (like making fire that burns underwater).
Regular mages can't even keep up with your reactions anymore.
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6. Eidolon (The Reality Hacker)
> "I don't follow magic rules—I MAKE them."
Magic is now just another language to you.
You don't cast spells manually anymore—they happen as soon as you think.
You can predict enemies before they even act because you're just that fast.
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7. Eidolon Ascendant (The Walking Cheat Code)
> "I exist beyond logic. Your magic is a joke to me."
Time? Space? Logic? None of that applies to you anymore.
You don't just cast spells—you change how reality itself works.
Everything you think happens instantly. You are basically a living god.
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Summary for People Who Still Don't Get It:
Weakest: Needs spellbooks and chants (slow).
Stronger: Can cast spells faster and think multiple spells at once (medium speed).
Strongest: Doesn't even cast spells anymore—just makes reality do what they want (instant).
Basically, if you're weak, magic is like typing out a long essay just to make a fireball. If you're strong, you just snap your fingers and the fireball appears. And if you're OP, you don't even need the fireball—you just set your enemy on fire with a thought.
Simple, right?
Oh and right how can I forget Abt the status window.. every individual in this verse have status window;
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[STATUS WINDOW]
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> 𓆩 Name: 𓆪 Nox Sillon
𖤓 Age: 3
✦ Race: Human (?)
⚔ Class: Arcane Calculator
★ Rank: ⟪ Neophyte ⟫ (Potential: ???)
⚖ Affiliation: None
𖨆 Titles: None Yet
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✦ [PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES] ✦
> ❖ Health: ⟪ 85% ⟫ (Weak Physique)
♜ Strength: ⟪ 2 ⟫ (Lifting a book is hard… very sad.)
⟡ Agility: ⟪ 3 ⟫ (Mildly faster than a snail.)
⚙ Stamina: ⟪ 4 ⟫ (Runs out of breath walking up stairs.)
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✦ [MANA & MIND] ✦
> Mana Pool: ⟪ 120/120 ⟫ (Baby battery life.)
{Mind Processing Speed: ⟪ 0.3 OPS ⟫ (Worse than a calculator!)
{ Magic Efficiency: ⟪ 5% ⟫ (Might as well throw pebbles.)
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✦ [ACTIVE SPELLS] ✦
☼ Left Hand ☼ (☽ Support Magic ☾)
> ◈ [Mana Flicker] – Generates a tiny burst of mana. (Like a dying flashlight.)
◈ [Arcane Sparks] – Tiny flame flicker. (A lighter does better.)
☼ Right Hand ☼ (☽ Combat Magic ☾)
> ♞ [Mana Detection] – Can sense mana, but like looking through fog.
♞ [Aura Shift] – Barely changes his mana signature. (Useless… for now.)
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✦ [PASSIVE ABILITIES] ✦
> ✪ [Mathematical Intuition] – Can instinctively process calculations faster than normal people.
✪ [Mana Sensitivity] – Can feel mana, but understanding it is like trying to read blurry text.
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✦ [SKILL TREE] ✦
⨳ Arcane Computation: ⟪ Lv. 0 ⟫ – Spells take way too long to process.
⨳ Mana Circulation: ⟪ Lv. 1 ⟫ – Magic flow is slow and clunky.
⨳ Mind Expansion: ⟪ Locked ⟫ – Brain too small for this.
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[OVERALL SUMMARY]
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𖤐 Current State: Pathetic but has potential. Right now, Nox is a tiny gremlin with the combat ability of wet toast. His magic takes forever to cast, and he's barely stronger than a sick cat. However, he's insanely talented with calculations, and once his brain fully develops, he might just break the laws of magic.
For now, though? He's just a six-year-old struggling to light a candle. (We believe in you, little guy!)
TL;DR:
Magic is math. Spells are equations. The best mages aren't just strong—they're geniuses who can tweak the numbers mid-battle. Ascension lets them process faster, split their mind, and even rewrite reality itself.
Big brain magic fights? Hell yeah.