But this episode was still a little different.
Before, everyone had mainly questioned the spells themselves. Now, many of those present were questioning Rhode as a person.
Yet Rhode was still following his previous line of reasoning, restating his point. "The more basic something is, the more important it is to build a solid foundation."
Whether at Durnholde or Darrow Hill Technical School, he had always emphasized that point.
When studying magic, especially as a relatively inexperienced mage, one should place even more importance on learning and applying basic spells.
"But I already know plenty of second- and third-level spells, like Fireball and Arcane Explosion. There's no need to waste more time learning a first-level spell like this," the intermediate mage argued.
Rhode shook his head. This was another widespread misconception.
In fact, following Rhode's method, any spell could achieve the effects of a high-level spell.
With the right approach, even Taizu Long Fist could rival Eighteen Dragon-Subduing Palms!
Take Rhode himself, for example. He had never studied any books on Pyroblast, yet he could use Fireball to produce something even more explosive than Pyroblast.
Rhode was about to explain this when the mage spoke again. "Teacher, is it because you don't know any higher-level spells?"
That was going a little too far.
"Hey, Godfrey, watch your mouth! Show Teacher Rhode some respect!" Warden, who had been standing nearby with his head lowered in silence, finally lost his patience and looked up with an angry shout.
He might have been bragging, but Rhode was still his idol!
He wouldn't tolerate anyone slandering his idol!
Rhode, however, wasn't angry.
He looked at Warden and smiled. "How about this? Come out here, Warden. Let's give a demonstration and show everyone the power of a so-called first-level spell."
"Me?" Warden pointed at his