The Magic Empire for 20,000 years

Chapter 63, Section 60: Elian's Soldiers
The battle mages quickly exchanged information and distributed commands, approaching Alamir on the hillside from different directions, some near and some far, some fast and some slow.

Most of their communication is not through language, but through a telepathic network constructed using ritual magic [Elian's Mind Link], which allows them to transmit more information in an instant.

"Let me see just how strong these spellcasters are!"

Upon seeing this, Alamir closed his eyes and then opened them again in an instant, his eyes gleaming with a deep blue light.

Third-circle spell, Arcane Vision!
In Alamir's view, the spellcasters all emanated halos of light or darkness.

The most intense sources of light were naturally Gutt and Gret, poised to strike in the air. The dazzling radiance emanating from them represented the immense magical power of the ninth-ring limit.

Meanwhile, the light emanating from the elite battle mages who were gradually closing in from all directions was much dimmer.

That is, mid-level mages or warlocks at the third, fourth, or fifth ring.

"Hmph, humans do have some strength to be able to gather so many mid-level spellcasters in such a short time!"

"So what? This guy's level is so low that he can't even break through my static protective magic. There's no need to worry about him!"

The elven mage Alamir completely disregarded the human mages who were gradually surrounding him.

This is not entirely because he was overconfident.

Before teleporting to human lands, Alamir had anticipated being besieged by a large number of low- to mid-level mages, and therefore specifically enhanced his armor with...

It possesses two legendary-level permanent protective spells.

A novice legendary mage at this level can only use legendary spells twice a day! All of them are used by Alamir as static defense.

In Elian’s previous life’s game terms, it’s about stacking up defense so that mobs can’t break through it, and building equipment specifically for crushing weaker enemies!
Completely ignoring the elite battle mages approaching the battlefield, Alamir focused his main attention on the two top combatants, Gut and Gret, in the air.

Almost simultaneously, the two sides in the standoff launched their attacks!
Suddenly, Alamir transformed into a bolt of lightning and shot straight into the sky, while Grete flapped his wings and chanted a dragon incantation. Different colored lights burst forth from Grete's hands.

One spell after another was cast between the three.

Today, Gutt is much stronger than when he fought Elion 10 years ago, and can be called "half a legend". However, he has never been able to truly step into the legendary magic realm that can be called a miracle, and remains before that heavy door.

Grete, who was already a super genius, also reached the same level after 10 years of magical training.

have equal shares!

The two ninth-ring spellcasters, who were just a hair's breadth away from entering the legendary realm, and Alamir, a true legendary mage who had not fought in real combat for many years, actually fought to a standstill in their first clash.

"Indeed, dealing with two well-coordinated and powerful enemies at the same time is much more difficult than dealing with one enemy."

"Damn humans, how can there be two spellcasters of this level?"

Alamir frowned, skillfully deflecting Gutt and Grett's fierce attacks with spell after spell. He would either briefly enter the spirit realm to avoid their attacks or dispel the magical effects they had created.

If his opponent were either Grete or Gutt, he could easily defeat them in a short time thanks to his absolute advantage in magical skill.

Because Alamir is fully capable of using half of his energy to directly counteract and neutralize the entire spell effect of a lower-level spellcaster.

At the same time, free up the other half of the action to suppress the opponent with powerful control spells, and then quickly defeat the opponent.

However, once the situation becomes one against two, this advantage disappears.

Two fists are no match for four hands!

Grete and Gutt worked together very well, forcing Alamir to devote all his energy to dealing with their relentless attacks.

Even if you manage to find an opportunity to forcefully suppress one of them with control magic, temporarily rendering them unable to fight, the other will immediately use a corresponding removal spell to help their teammate escape, making it difficult for Alamir to find an opportunity to gain the upper hand.

……

In the floating city.

Inside Elian's arcane laboratory.

"Your Majesty, the spellcasters under your command are indeed powerful, and their teamwork is excellent."

"It seems that this legendary Sun Elf mage and your two prized subordinates are evenly matched, neither able to defeat the other!"

Ain looked at the scene of the two sides vying for supremacy in the golden basin, and felt a slight sense of joy.

Clearly, this kind of effect cannot be achieved simply by randomly teaming up two spellcasters who are close to legendary.

A complete lack of coordination between partners could even lead to a situation where 1+1<1!

It was only because Grete and Gutt had both undergone training in cooperating with other spellcasters and had been influenced by Elian's modern magical combat philosophy that they were able to achieve such amazing results!
If you were to randomly find three spellcasters of the same level, close to legendary, they might actually be completely overwhelmed by Alamir Goldfleur.

But after observing for a while, noticing the faint golden light and swirling runes on Alamir's body, the goddess of knowledge's expression darkened again:
"Oops!"

"This elven mage seems to have two legendary-level protective spells, which can withstand multiple fatal attacks. The margin for error is significantly higher."

"Although it's a draw for now, if this drags on, His Majesty's two most favored subordinates will have virtually no chance of winning." Ain gently raised his hand, already considering whether to secretly use his divine power to influence Alamir.

"Don't worry."

Elian's very certain words interrupted Ian's actions.

He pointed to the edge of the image, where elite battle mages were closing in from different directions, gradually approaching the battlefield.

"Compared to those top combatants, what I'm most proud of in the new era of Eldoron is actually these elite battle mages who can make accurate judgments and tactical coordination based on the battlefield situation..."

"They are soldiers I personally trained!"

To Ayn's surprise, Elian, who usually spoke in a flat tone, actually sounded a bit proud when he mentioned these low-level battle mages.

In Elion's plan, these large numbers of new-generation mages will be the core force for Eldoron to fight against the demon legion, conquer the abyss, and occupy a small part of the unclaimed abyssal land 20 years from now!

……

The battle between the three top spellcasters lasted for more than ten seconds.

Of the thirty or forty battle mages who surrounded the battlefield from all directions, the two closest to the battlefield immediately cast spells on the sun elf Alamir in the air.

"Don't worry about the attacks from some insects..."

With this in mind, Alamir completely ignored the spells coming from below and focused all his energy on fighting Grete and Gut.

—Unless these attacks reach a certain density, these low-level spells are basically unable to break through his static protective magic defense!
In the next instant, a dazzling light burst forth from Alamir's body, and space distorted violently.

Whoosh!
Alamir was teleported to the ground, his expression suddenly one of astonishment.

The two attack spells that were meant to hit him naturally missed.

"what's the situation?"

—Alamir's pre-placed one-time "trigger spell" detected an attack about to hit its master and triggered it, helping its master dodge this "dangerous attack"!
"grass!"

After inexplicably finding himself in a different position, even the usually elegant Alamir couldn't help but utter a vulgar Elvish word.

"You forgot that my life-saving trigger spell is still active!"

"We've been worn down now."

"There's no need to dodge an attack of this level!"

This kind of one-time trigger spell, which is cast in advance and has its trigger conditions set, will automatically trigger even if the caster is not conscious. It is a life-saving means for powerful mages!

However, this kind of magic, after all, has no self-will and cannot accurately detect or perceive the external environment. It relies entirely on uncontrollable automatic reactions, and therefore has many flaws.

Just like it is now.

Originally, this automatically triggered teleportation effect was meant to be used to dodge a fatal blow from one of the top spellcasters, Gutt or Gret.

As a result, it's all wasted on low-threat attacks!
"Tactical objective achieved!"

"Successfully depleted the enemy's triggered spell effect."

"Execute the next step of the plan!"

The two battle mages who had just launched the attack quickly reported their initial results to their companions via telepathic communication.

……

Seeing Alamir's contorted expression of anger and frustration in the basin, Elian couldn't help but smile.

Based on his previous incarnation on Earth, the military examples are as follows:
That was a high-value long-range air defense missile that intercepted a large number of suicide drones.

It's actually worse to defend against something than to fail to defend against it!
"Your Majesty Elion, your battle mages have indeed played a significant role in facing enemies far superior to themselves," Ain praised.

However, the trigger effect on Alamir has now been used up...

This group of battle mages indeed found it difficult to break through Alamir's permanent defenses...

Does Elion still expect these battle mages to play a crucial role?

Ain was also quite curious about this.

……

On the battlefield, although the trigger-type magic effects on his body were depleted, Alamir did not panic. He immediately rallied, transforming into a bolt of lightning and soaring into the sky.

"I was careless just now. Anyway, I don't have any weaknesses now, so I don't need to pay attention to those weak human mages!"

(End of this chapter)