171. Thaumaturge
Darkness has passed, Dawn has arrived.
Because the advancement and battles both took place within the Mind World, they did not attract the attention of outsiders.
Sulu pretended to still be asleep, pondering the abilities he had just acquired.
"Hmm, [Thaumaturge], formerly known as [Scroll Mage], as the name suggests, is Mage uses scrolls in combat... Therefore, I actually also acquired a 'Scroll Crafting' skill, but it was overwritten by [Wonder Item Crafting LV1]..."
The [Thaumaturge] scroll is not actually a traditional scroll-based item, but rather a card.
Sulu strongly agrees with this.
After all, times are progressing and developing. In ancient times, so much parchment was used to make scrolls, and Mithril, gemstones and the like were added. The larger the area, the more terrifying the consumption.
Now that it's been changed to cards, the sheer reduction in size alone saves a lot of money.
He closed his eyes, recalling the process of creating the Thaumaturgy Card.
"The main ingredient is Wormwood, or other plants imbued with mystical power, combined with Marjoram Branch and Thyme. After a series of complex processes such as soaking, washing, and compression, it is made into paper cards, which are then used in conjunction with Psychic Thaumaturgy!"
"In reality, the Mind World is the true domain of [Thaumaturge]. Psychic Thaumaturgy is simply the various techniques performed within the Mind World..."
Only now did Sulu realize that his abilities were somewhat 'advanced'.
With the help of the Attribute Panel, he actually accomplished some of the things that only a [Thaumaturge] could do when he was a [Occultist].
But without a doubt, with this skill, his abilities in the Spirit World will become even more powerful.
For example... subtly altering an ordinary person's memories, giving them an extra 'friend' or even 'family member,' and making them feel perfectly justified, even with subconscious hypnosis or the use of supernatural means, it would be difficult to make them wake up.
It can even hypnotize some low-level superhumans!
"This is equivalent to greatly amplifying all the tricks from the Mind World... However, the most powerful aspect of Psychic Thaumaturgy lies in its ability to seal and unleash spells when combined with Thaumaturgy Card!"
"I am now even more certain that the Sealing Card was definitely the work of a high-level professional on the path of [Thaumaturge]."
The Thaumaturgy Card the [Thaumaturge] can create have a pale yellow surface and are made of cardboard, completely different from the silver of the Sealing Card.
Furthermore, it is also unable to seal powerful spirits such as Cursed Spirit.
What it can seal away are extraordinary abilities!
[The Thaumaturge] infiltrates the Mind Secret Realm, and in conjunction with ' Thaumaturgy Card ', casts ' Psychic Thaumaturgy ' spells, which can steal one of the target's extraordinary abilities and seal it away!
When it's time to use it, the seal can be broken and it can be 'released'!
Therefore, a [Thaumaturge]'s abilities are entirely based on how many extraordinary powers they have 'sealed'. Their methods are unpredictable and ever-changing, and they can even impersonate other professionals!
"This kind of seal? Is it that strong?"
Sulu was somewhat puzzled, but after continuing to read the inherited knowledge, he understood.
Because of their initial limitations, the abilities of the cards sealed by the Thaumaturge are mostly one-time use.
Furthermore, it cannot seal away abilities that are too powerful.
Of course, casting a spell to seal will inevitably provoke the target's hostility and is very likely to fail; this is almost common sense.
"But... if this ability continues to advance, perhaps one day I can completely strip away the abilities of superhumans and turn them into ordinary people?"
"Can the abilities that have been stripped be made into permanent cards?"
Sulu suddenly widened his eyes. "This kind of ability might only be achievable at the fourth, or even fifth or sixth tier."
He flipped his hand, and a silver card appeared in his palm, the front of which depicted the Evil Spirit Knight.
This is the path guide for advanced professionals; it provides direction and a goal!
"Huh?"
Just then, Sulu suddenly felt the power of the Evil Spirit Knight Card.
It was a vast and powerful force field, filled with an aura of evil.
And it seems I have the ability to release it?
After all, in essence, the Sealing Card are merely an advanced version of the Magic Cards.
As a [Thaumaturge], I am naturally able to unseal it.
"Of course... once it's completely unsealed, the result will be that Evil Spirit Knight escapes, and I'm afraid I won't be able to control him... But what if I only need to use a little bit of his power?"
Through a Sealing Card, Sulu roughly understood the path ahead for the [Thaumaturge].
Perhaps, once he reaches a certain rank, he can subdue the Evil Spirit Knight and make him his own, thus becoming a unique summoner?
"That's a bit of a pity..."
Sulu sighed as he carefully placed the Evil Spirit Knight Card away.
[The Thaumaturge] is a profession that requires preparation. At this point, apart from his mental and physical abilities being higher than before, there were actually not many changes in other aspects.
But if he's fully prepared, he might even dare to challenge a fourth-tier master-level professional!
"Without the Spell Cards, without any pre-sealed supernatural abilities... I'm probably not at my weakest as a [Thaumaturge], am I? Luckily, I still have the Evil Spirit Knight Card to tide me over... Besides, I can't stay here any longer; I have to leave after this job."
Sulu pursed his lips.
His original plan was simple: use the Demon Ancient Mansion and the Treasure Map to attract more Greed people and then reap a hefty reward for his experience.
But now, the situation has developed somewhat unexpectedly.
Not only were there more people than he had imagined, but Beatrice's growth also exceeded his expectations, forcing him to advance his level ahead of schedule and jeopardizing his plan to gain experience.
Furthermore, through the exchange just now, the two sides are connected mentally, and the other side is likely able to sense his location.
In other words, if you don't want to be chased and beaten by the Death Cultist, you can run away in advance.
"But in any case, let's harvest this batch first... The power of the Evil Spirit Knight Card, even just a little bit, combined with the [Thaumaturge's ] ability, should be enough for me to run rampant in the third tier, right?"
Sulu got up and ate breakfast next to the soup pot.
Because he saw Geri, he spoke very little, lest he reveal something.
Before we knew it, it was noon, and the sun was high in the sky.
For some professionals working in negative-energy sectors, this is the least favorite time of day.
Of course... it's just that I don't like it.
Even so, the Federal Bureau 11 and the Church used this as the perfect opportunity to attack the Demon Ancient Mansion.
"Those who don't want to die, do not enter the Silent Forest!"
The main force set off, followed by a pack of wild, wolf-like superhumans.
They completely scoffed at the warning from the Bureau 11.
If you want to become a high-ranking figure and gain glory and wealth, you need to work hard now!
Sulu watched coldly as the Bureau 11 and the Church's forces disappeared into the withered Black Forest, followed by several extraordinary powers, and finally, the Ten-Fist Society and other peripheral groups.