A Full-Time Mage Starts from the Young Master of the Forbidden Curse Family

What I like most about this new work by a Versatile Mage fan is its sense of balance of "both familiar and fresh", which makes it particularly interesting to read. The author obviously has a thorough understanding of the magic system and atmosphere of the original work. He writes about the collision of various magics and the tension of mage battles. He does not deviate from the familiar settings, but also has his own ingenuity. For example, when describing the moment when magic is released, it will not just say "high-level magic is released", but it will make people feel the tension when the mental power is mobilized, the pressure when the elements gather, and even the rhythm when the spell is recited has a tension, as if the flame or ice cone is about to break through the page in the next second. This kind of grasp of the "magic texture" immediately draws people back to the magical world full of unknowns and dangers, and it is particularly immersive when reading it. The character creation is also very likable, without the stereotype of an "invincible protagonist". The protagonist's youthful tenacity and occasional clumsiness make people feel friendly - just like seeing a guy who stumbles on the road of magic but always presses forward like the wizards in the original work. His growth is not due to sudden cheating, but is hidden in the fatigue after every magic practice, and in the gritted persistence when facing stronger opponents. This sense of solid progress makes people feel more "energetic" than the refreshing feeling of crushing all the way. What's even more rare is that the "soul" of a full-time mage in the book is captured very accurately. There is the enthusiasm of young people when they team up for adventure, the life and death moments when facing monsters, and the tacit understanding of "leave each other's backs" between mages. Even the small competitions and conflicts in the magic academy are all written realistically and vividly. As you read, you will feel that this is another story that takes place in the world of the original work. Those familiar elements and atmosphere come to mind, making people unable to help but turn page after page, wondering what kind of challenges they will encounter next and what kind of growth they will gain. Although it is not perfect, the pace is a little fast in some places, but overall, it is like a familiar drink with added ingredients. It has the taste you miss, but also has a little more surprising novelty. For readers who like full-time mages, this feeling of being able to re-immerse yourself in the magical world is really rare.