2/9/1302

Day 1

I'm heading off from the academy today. Currently I've grouped up with two adventures set up by the Dean. One named John and another Mel. The two of them were a bit skeptical about my destination due to my meek appearance, however I think they've warmed up to me over the ride so far.

We all had a fun time telling stories about our adventures. I’m decently sure that most of them were exaggerated, but still I had a lot of fun.

Around half day we ran into some goblins. They were low level so I didn’t need to intervene. I was surprised John and Mel turned out to be B ranked adventures. They could easily take on a few Ogres, so the raid didn’t last long.

We set up camp just before nightfall. The two adventures went on explaining the basics of camping. After I set up a Monster Protection Formation they were surprised. Soon after they explained they had no idea I was a mage. It looks like the academy had a mix up. John and Mel told me they were in charge of protecting some noble son who had no talent for magic. After clearing up the confusing situation we decided to finish the escort. I’ll have to write a note to the Dean when they head back. For now I’m going to sleep.

2/10/1302

Day 2

Today we decided to hunt for some food. Mel is an archer so we should have an easy meal. We just packed our canteen and a few other materials and are about to head out. Looks like John is going to stay behind to protect the horses.

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Well that was a complete failure. After Mel attempted to take out a bear it used Spirit Transformation and became a King of the Forest. I had to use one of my higher tier fire magics to take it out. Turns out magic fire ruins the meat. We settled on a few horned rabbits and made our way back on the road.

Our carriage must look like it's filled with loot. This time it was bandits. They looked D ranked. The problem was that there was over twenty of them making them a C+ ranked group. After setting up a Defense Formation I decided I would just protect the horses while Boosting John. After Boosting him to B+ ranked strength and agility it was easy for him to take out the front liners while Mel took out the archers. The few arrows that got through were aimed at John. I managed to block them with Wind Barrier before they hit him. After about half their number was gone they retreated. John and Mel looted the bodies and soon after brought back all the items of value. Turns out there were three healing potions, and a few medium grade alchemy ingredients. Back on the road I guess.

Nothing eventful after that bandit attack. I just finished the letter to the Dean explaining the situation with the mix up. After I give them the letter we’re going to set up camp and go to bed.

2/11/1302

Day 3

John told me that we should arrive at my destination by today. It’s sad that I won’t get to talk to them anymore, however i'm glad that I can start my research. Other than that, Mel and John decided it's better If I get the loot from the bandits yesterday. They said someone from the academy could probably use the alchemy ingredients better than they could. The potions we split evenly.

I’ve arrived. No raids this time surprisingly. Right now John is unpacking some of my equipment while Mel is scouting for my test subjects. I’ll update after we’re all unpacked.

It's about half day now and we finally got everything unpacked. I decided to give those two a present before they headed off. It was a new potion I made after attempting a high level health potion. The vitality boost should help them take a few more hits it they’re in a pinch. For now I need to finish my rune placement so I can fortify my camp. Hopefully I can work on my log cabin soon.

Okay I've got everything set up. The only thing left to do now is eat and set up a camp fire. Tomorrow starts the first day of the experiments.