Ruger looked at Mahama beside him, wondering what sort of spell sequence this big fellow had mastered. Mahama's teacher probably wasn't a miser. Of course, he was merely curious. Perhaps it was more accurate to say that the greater the expectations, the greater the generosity, for both the one teaching and the one learning. He recalled his opportunities to ask questions. Perhaps he should have a chat with his own teacher.
At that thought, Ruger blinked.
"Spell sequences seem to be full of contradictions," Ruger said softly.
A smile appeared on Mahama's face.
"You finally noticed. A spell sequence is a contradiction in itself. By the time you're capable of researching one, it's often already too late. You've missed the chance to account for the earlier spell slots before they were fixed, and can only devise a suitable plan based on your current knowledge, resources, and personal circumstances. A spell sequence created that way lacks a perspective that takes in the whole picture. Even if it succeeds, you're bound to have some regrets when you reach a higher rank and look back."
Mahama shrugged, looking like a wall shaking.
Ruger thought for a moment and said, "So the best way for a spell sequence to take shape is through the guidance and teaching of someone powerful..."
"Yes. That's why outstanding apprentices with potential are so well liked. Some are taken on as students by Wizards to test their spell sequences. My spell sequence has already been tested by my senior fellow students and revised several times, but none of them reached a point that satisfied our teacher."
Mahama spoke in a low voice.
Ruger thought of Wizard Zorn.
"Do you think Lord Zorn is a Sequence Wizard?" Ruger asked softly.
"He should be a special kind of Beast King Wizard.