After finishing the book, Zephyr had a foundational understanding of the 'magic' in this world. Well, magic in this world basically doesn't require incantations... but rather mastering a type of 'array pattern,' or more commonly known as a magic array!

This is also why learning magic in this world doesn't need to consider different schools; it's more about an individual's mental potential. The higher one's mental potential, the easier it is to master the magic array. After all, magic arrays appear only dazzling and beautiful to complete novices...

When actually drawing them, one feels nothing but endless dizziness.

Mastering a particular magic array involves engraving it into one's consciousness, marking the initial grasp of that magic. When using it, simply fill it with mana. Doesn't this feel like releasing a skill?

Zephyr couldn't shake off this feeling.

Of course, this release method is just the most basic application, belonging to the 'caster,' not fully mastering it. The array pattern is merely the switch to activate the magic; any fine-tuning or improvements must be controlled by the caster afterward.

Saying that activating an engraved array pattern and directly casting magic onto someone's face is the crudest use. The advantage of learning such magic is that it can be used instantly during combat, avoiding the awkward situation of being silenced and unable to cast spells due to the inability to chant. Moreover, the release efficiency is higher.

However, not all array-pattern-based magics can be instantly released. The more advanced the magic, the more complex the array pattern, meaning the time required to fill the entire array with mana is longer... According to Zephyr 's understanding, it's like a loading bar!

If one's mana is strong enough, they can shorten the loading time. After all, the speed of filling water through a small pipe versus a large underground pipe is incomparable. Additionally, powerful mages continuously optimize the array patterns engraved in their consciousness based on experience, making them more suitable for themselves.

The benefit of doing so is eliminating some subsequent fine-tuning steps when using magic, reducing the time and consumption of mana. In gaming terms, it's enhancing power, increasing release speed, and lowering consumption.

"Really..." The primer wasn't complicated, containing very little about magic, mostly introductory content. After reading it, Zephyr 's understanding of magic in this world had surpassed the traditional spell-chanting concept.

Stolen novel; please report.

Compared to chanting spells, he felt that array-pattern-based magic seemed more practical.

"How was it?"

"It's quite different from the magic I imagined."

"Tell me about it." Loris sat steadily on Zephyr 's outstretched claw.

"I thought wizards had to chant spells and use some casting materials."

"Using casting materials makes sense. Some spells exclusive to other races require specific materials as aids because these types of spells involve other factors. For example, True Dragon Breath requires materials stripped from dragons to achieve the same power and effect."

"Uh... Stripped what?"

"Flesh, powdered teeth, powdered dragon horns. As for chanting spells, what principle do you think they work on?"

Zephyr thought for a moment. What principle does chanting spells follow? Is it set? Summarizing what he read in novels, the most likely explanation he could come up with is...

"Perhaps through emitting sounds and mobilizing mental energy to create special vibrations, then combining one's mana to manipulate elemental forces?" This was purely Zephyr 's imagination. After all, as a time traveler, he wasn't short on imagination. Since time travel exists, maybe magic in some world really works this way!

"What you said is possible, but the drawbacks are too significant. If you can't speak, you're useless, and it's easily interrupted. Speaking is superfluous."

"That's why I think this 'array pattern' magic is more practical."

"Array pattern magic?"

"Cough, it's a shorthand I came up with. Magic array sounds a bit odd, so I just call it 'array pattern.'"

Loris nodded lightly, not commenting much on Zephyr 's naming. Magic is magic; no matter how unique or appealing the system name is, if its essence remains unchanged, it's still magic. Though Loris hadn't heard of the other magic release method Zephyr mentioned, she could infer some aspects based on her knowledge.

The method he described isn't impossible. She knew of races that influence elemental forces by emitting sounds at different frequencies, achieving magical effects. Thus, releasing magic through sound vibrations and other factors might indeed be feasible...

However, in this world, it wouldn't have a high status since the magic system here is already well-established. Not to mention the time required to research the magic system Zephyr described, relying on chanting to cast spells... Her direct impression is that it has much less flexibility compared to array-pattern magic.

Array-pattern magic not only allows for adjustments after release but also permits fine-tuning of the array pattern itself, potentially transforming the mastered magic dramatically... This isn't something an ordinary person can accomplish.

"Aren't you surprised I made it up?" Seeing Loris seriously pondering, Zephyr felt a bit embarrassed. It was something he imagined after all.

"Even if you made it up, it is indeed possible," Loris said calmly. "Array-pattern magic shares some similarities with the magic you described."

Activating array-pattern magic also requires mental power and mana support, except there's no need to speak. Of course, saying the name of the spell isn't forbidden, but without needing to chant, announcing the name while casting seems unnecessary.

"I still think array-pattern magic is better." Zephyr scratched his head. After mastering it, engraving the corresponding magic array into one's consciousness suffices. Unless actively erased, it won't be forgotten. Erasing it doesn't forcibly remove related memories; re-engraving after erasure is possible. Truly forgetting would happen only if all magic arrays in consciousness were erased and one unluckily lost memory...

For this reason, Zephyr found array-pattern magic appealing. He had no intention of memorizing an entire 'dictionary.'

"Then study well." Noticing Zephyr 's peculiar expression, Loris continued, "Being by my side doesn't mean safety. Although I don't mind protecting a weak pet I keep."

"... " Considering his current body lacks the cuteness to charm anyone, he should strive hard...