Post #2558374 in Sinner's Circus, a roleplay on RPG

Astraea listened in attentively as both Catalysts offered their explanation. They seem to have a grasp of it, but--
"As you see, we're standing on one of the tallest building within this district. Let's talk about the elemental flows first. As the aptitude got higher, the elemental flows which gave us who have power to control the basic elements became less unstable. This building is in the center of the city, which is also the center of the mana fields, or what you would call as "fey lines." Using these features as an advantage, we can connect our magic better without being feared of losing control of our will. I can control my fire a lot more easier here than when I'm back at the ground because of that."

"Technically, that's not true. If you're talking about elemental flow, then none of you directly benefits. Elemental control and ability is dependent on how much of the particular element is present in the area. Hajime-kun will benefit more in a volcano as an instance. The thing about this place being the center of the city is correct. This is a spot where all of the local ley lines gather. But, control is still something ultimately dependent on your own abilities as a magus. As such, there is no truly defined vantage point for spellcasters."

"Let's imagine the mana flows like a completely static pool. If there are any forces that try to interrupt within this area, then that pool will immediately be stirred and we'll be able to felt it so that we can prepare if anything unexpected happens. Also, because like Hajime-kun said, this building is right in a local fey line, we could cast our magic safely without being affected should there are some others waves that came from unknown sources of magic. This can unstabilize the whole elemental flows which could make it become pertubated to the point that we couldn't hold off. That are the main reasons. There are some other reasons that this place wasn't as remote as our basement like in the industrial district, and we wouldn't attract too many attention if we practice in this height. Also, there's something that we'd like to add..."

"The reason that you wanted us to train at this time, right now is 5:00 PM. Two hours had passed since the time that we mages are deemed weakest and our strenght is currently returning to us. We can perform our abilities at different levels through this."

"The part about the time is correct, the rest is too far-fetched. The ability to catch other forces is only thanks to Leona's net, not this place. In fact, other waves of magic will also be beneficial to us, if one knows how to translate that essence into your attack. We're not training here so that we don't attract too much attention. We're in this height so that elemental affinities are nullified, thanks to the thin air."

"That's the logic that we thought about this place as a training field for us. Well, I don't know if we're totally correct, but I hope that we were right at some degree."

Leona and Astraea turned to each other. The kids were right for some degree but, it seemed they were too reliant on basic definitions. That was good but, it lacked the element of random occurrence. "Okay, you seem to be all right so, let's carry on. This time, I will evaluate the strength of your offensive capability." Astraea set up her defensive field within mere seconds and called out. "Now, hit this barrier with your strongest attack. Don't worry, psychic fields won't break easily. Not even Tempest can get through this."

Back at the Security Bureau, Izumi had started crafting robotic drones, almost microscopic in size while Rin kept eyes on the bullet they were crafting. Stealing glances at her Entity seconds later, it seemed as if Rin felt some sort of pain from her chest. Finishing the last set of drones, Izumi decided to ask about her intentions. "So Rin, what's the deal with using this drone? I mean, it doesn't look anything like any animal in existence. If it wasn't for its small size, these things would've been quite obvious."
"Both the Circus and Synchronicity are accustomed to dealing with "familiars". These drones will serve as wild cards of sorts. Familiars take the shape of living beings and as such, can easily be caught by tracking their lack of aura. This one emits no aura but, since it doesn't take the shape of anything that walks this world, it won't be caught by something as dismal as an aura trap. And yes, it is quite small but also, since they are mechanical in nature, they won't be destroyed by a spell whose effect is to "destroy familiars" since, well, they're not familiars. Subtle differences but, one that heavily affects outcomes." Rin answered back without looking up from the container. Izumi merely shrugged and continued on. The drones have hidden cameras and receivers that transmits images and sound back to Izumi's laptop.
"So, what places should we send these?" Izumi asked.
"Around the school perimeter, the clock tower, Willow's Square, red light district, the perimeter around Hyatt--" Rin suddenly fell silent. After a moment, she spoke up again. "And also...around Hayashibara Power Plant."
Izumi felt a little glum when Rin brought up the place once again. That was where she lost her First Catalyst but at the same time, where she and Patience brought down the First Wrath. However, since Leona was the one who delivered the killing blow, the territory ultimately remains with her. "I guess as of now, you're the only one who thinks the new Wrath is still Akito."
"Maybe...This whole electricity business is what's causing me to think that. For now, send those drones over to the places I mentioned. Leave around fifteen for each area and give me around sixty more." Rin focused on the bullet crafting. As it finished, Izumi leaned closer to get a better look.
"Strange...it's still a regular bullet to me but, I'm guessing you meant for it to be that way."
"You guess correctly. All-in-all, this is just another modified .357 cartridge, the same one we always use, however--This one also contains traces of myself, since I powdered one of my ribs--"
"You WHAT?!!!"
"I'm not divulging the details of that painful medical procedure, thank you. Okay, now that my essence is embedded in the bullet, the strength of my Identity, the very determinant of my status as Diligence is fully materialized in this bullet. Anything this bullet hits, my Identifying Factor will materialize, causing additional effects. As for what effect...as the nature of Diligence is constant work, any spell or circuit hit with this bullet will immediately overwork itself and shut down, requiring at least a week to recover."
"I think I get it now. Say you hit Sloth's barrier with this bullet. Then, his barrier will shut down?"
"Exactly. I made this with the intention of killing magic-users by stripping them of their spells and making them more vulnerable to our regular attacks. Magic circuits are a little complex. They allow an individual to perform magic but beyond they also have measures for the individual's safety. When a Circuit is overworked, it immediately shuts down to prevent an overload that can cause damage to the caster. It's immediate need is for defeating Nozomi and Akito but, it can be used for any spell. Still, Sloth's barrier still has too many unknowns so, even with this bullet, I'm not sure I can deal a decisive blow. Plus, I'm not sure whether or not it works with esper abilities since, those abilities are don via mutations in the brain."
"I think I get most of what you have said. But, if you need essence of yourself, won't grinding parts that won't hurt you too much like fingernails work as well?"
Rin flushed at this statement. She hadn't really thought of that when she made the bullet. "Hehehe...Anyway, you only have 66 as of now. Use them carefully."
"66 bullets against 13 Entities wherein some aren't too reliant on magic. This is going to be hard. For now, I should focus on that girl, Mika Iriai. She seems innocent but, something about her mannerisms strike me as odd.

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located in Friergate City, a part of Sinner's Circus, one of the many universes on RPG.

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