Soul Divinity and Void Runes

"I still think it's too wasteful," Morgana complained. "We could have taken a risk and used his abilities for a while."

"We've already collected the best data on Tier 11 from him. That's enough," Ian replied. "Besides, before Wanda of Universe-616 resurrects and reclaims her title, we can make as many Scarlet Wizards as we need."

Ian teleported back to his magic tower. "How is the analysis of the Darkhold progressing?" Over the past few weeks, while he prepared to train the Avengers, Morgana had been responsible for handling everything related to the Scarlet Wizard.

"This thing is practically a master-level textbook on dark magic. In addition, there are several spells we can classify as Tier 11."

"I'm guessing there's definitely a 'but,' and that it has something to do with its corrupting power."

"You're right. This book is a fraud," Morgana explained. "Anyone who uses its spells secretly establishes a connection with a dark and ominous entity. I'm guessing that entity is the First Demon, Chthon."

"Can we eliminate this flaw?"

"Yes, but the process will be very slow."

"Then we'll take it slowly." Ian's next step was to absorb the Soul Energy within the crystal and complete his Soul Divinity. The process went smoothly, and his Soulfire turned dark gold.

"How does it feel?" Morgana asked.

"Excellent," Ian replied. "Controlling my magic and using the laws has become much easier. I can feel that absorbing energy from my surroundings has also become faster and easier. My Cosmic Awareness seems to have improved as well, while the efficiency of my soul and both my offensive and defensive capabilities have increased tremendously."

"Come, let me scan you," Morgana suggested. As she worked, they gathered more detailed data on Ian's transformation.

"This is a comprehensive metamorphosis," Morgana commented. "If your willpower