Fire and Curse
After explaining the key points of the Firestorm, the Headmaster's Office fell silent once again.
Dumbledore a little thirsty, picked up his teacup and slowly sipped.
Lucien sorted through the information he had just received. The Firestorm's Path was not a spell that released powerful flames, but rather a spell that controlled flames.
Therefore, it is necessary to first use other magic to release the flames, and then use the Firestorm, guide and shape them, increasing the power of the flames while giving them flexible changes.
Dumbledore indicated that this magic should be used in conjunction with fire magic, and since he had already taught the Firestorm, he might as well "bonus" a fire spell as well.
Anyway, Dumbledore wasn't worried that Lucien wouldn't be able to learn it.
"Lava Fire or the Gubraithian Fire, you may choose one." Dumbledore set down his teacup, his tone as if recommending two tea snacks.
Lava Fire, with its extremely high temperature, can generate heat similar to lava, and is inclined towards pure attack.
Gubraithian Fire is a combination of alchemy and magic. Its temperature is far less than that of Lava Fire, but it can burn eternally and can also be used in alchemy and potions, making it more of a functional support.
Lucien held the teacup between his fingers. "It sounds wonderful. Anything made by Dumbledore is bound to be top-notch."
With a chuckle, Lucien tentatively asked:
"Principal, can I learn both?"
Dumbledore paused slightly as he prepared to pour fresh tea from the pot.
Is this considered studiousness, or "greed"?
A hint of helplessness flashed in Dumbledore's eyes, but he also found it amusing, thinking that Lucien was more childlike in this way. Dumbledore continued pouring tea.
"Walk slowly."
Dumbledore poured fresh tea and then explained the key points of the Lava Fire and the Gubraithian Fire.
The former requires a large amount of fire element, while the latter relies more on a foundation in Alchemy.
Fortunately, Lucien has both.
As Lucien listened and pondered, an idea suddenly popped into his mind—
Could we use Firestorm and control the Fiendfyre?
Fiendfyre is a form of Dark Magic, summoning a cursed demonic fire that devours all flammable matter, growing stronger with each passing moment. Ordinary water cannot extinguish it; it can only be stopped by a special antidote.
However, Fiendfyre is extremely difficult to control. If a wizard who is not skilled enough uses it, it will often backfire on him. Only a truly powerful wizard can control it precisely.
Grindelwald wielded the Fiendfyre with unparalleled skill; he could even use it to distinguish between supporters and opponents. Loyal followers could pass through the flames unharmed, while those who harbored resentment would turn to ashes upon contact with them.
Yes, besides the Fiendfyre itself, Grindelwald should also use similar magic, like the Firestorm, to control Fiendfyre.
Dumbledore and Grindelwald were both masters of fire.
Thinking of the Fiendfyre, Lucien also thought of the Dark Magic curse.
I've already considered it: should I repay the Apples of Youth loan, cure the three bloodline curses, or learn the Curse Domain of Dark Magic?
The elderly man leisurely sipping his tea in front of me is the perfect person to ask for advice.
After Dumbledore finished his tea and put down the cup, Lucien spoke:
"Headmaster, if I wish to learn about curses in Dark Magic, do you have any suggestions?"
When Lucien asked this question, his tone was very ordinary, as ordinary as a good student sincerely asking a teacher for advice.
But the content of the question... is both straightforward and frightening.
The originally quiet and peaceful atmosphere in the Headmaster's Office seemed to be gently stirred by something invisible.
Upon hearing this, the portraits of some principals who were not in a deep sleep immediately opened their eyes.
The other portraits of the headmasters, who had been unable to sleep from the start and had been listening to Dumbledore's "lectures," also turned their gazes across the canvas to the old man and the boy sitting opposite them.