The fifth tier, even when reached only temporarily, was not to be underestimated. In terms of combat power, at least, it differed little from the genuine article. This was one of the few ways a fourth-tier combatant could fight someone of the fifth tier.
But such methods were exceedingly rare. Even as a wizard, Isaac knew only Transformation Magic. That also had to do with his limited accumulated knowledge. After all, it had taken him only a few decades to grow from an ordinary man with nothing to a powerful fourth-tier Miracle Wizard.
That was nowhere near enough time to gain a comprehensive understanding of the vast ocean of wizarding knowledge.
In theory, the moment his opponent broke through to the fifth tier in the midst of battle, Isaac should have prepared to flee. Although he also knew fifth-tier Transformation Magic, he had only just learned it and was still far from proficient. Using it against an enemy carried considerable risk. Isaac had practiced the spell solely to escape in the first place.
But now—
Isaac had changed his mind!
The fourth tier couldn't fight the fifth tier?
Really?
I don't believe it!
His opponent had given Isaac no time to retreat anyway. The instant they met, he merged with the subordinates behind him, temporarily ascended to the fifth tier, and charged straight at Isaac!
Flames wreathed his entire body, and his azure lines had turned blood-red. He looked like a god of war returned from hell!
The flames on his longsword were even thick and liquid, like molten lava. Whether they were as hot as lava was another matter, however, because [Flame] was a broad authority with many possible paths of development. Not everyone chose to pursue "high temperature."
Isaac's reaction was every bit as swift as that lightning-fast