"Most people think the key to an illusion is simply creating a convincing appearance."
"Once an illusion can speak, or even perform simple movements like running and jumping, those spellcasters begin to congratulate themselves, believing it is perfect enough to fool anyone."
"But even if you use [Disguise Spell] to transform yourself into someone else, others may still see through you by your words and mannerisms."
"Let alone a mass of magic constructed through illusion—visible, yet untouchable."
"External details are certainly important. Do not use phantoms to imitate creatures you do not understand."
"From the features of the face to the texture of the skin, the phantom you create must be identical to the target, able to withstand close and careful scrutiny."
"But beyond that, there is the inner nature you give it."
"If its behavior, personality, and logic of reaction are all wrong, then no matter how mechanical its voice and movements may be, at best you have merely constructed a golem that looks alike."
"Unless the targets you intend to deceive are always low-Wisdom Demonic Beasts that cannot tell a trap from a pie."
She looked around, confirmed that everyone was listening attentively, and nodded.
"So, before we begin learning the Spell Model, I will first tell you a very important technique."
"When constructing the first [Major Image] of your life, you may choose someone—or some creature—you know well as your target."
She raised a finger and pointed it at herself.
Magic stirred slightly, and another Adeline appeared beside her.
Her standing posture and icy expression were exactly the same as the original.
"If you have no suitable target, then use yourself as the model."
"If you can cast a phantom identical to yourself, it will certainly be more deceptive than a thousand false, emotionless golems."
"Therefore, this