“A knight is like a horse, driven forward only when properly fed. A mage, however, is more like a finely tuned machine, intricate and interdependent. The younger and less experienced the mage, the more precise their care must be,” I said.0

The differences between knights and mages are significant. It was not a matter of favoritism, but rather an understanding of how each utilized and applied mana. Knights, for the most part, handled mana in a simple, straightforward way. Techniques like Sword Aura, Defensive Mana Barriers, and Sword Qi were all examples of manifesting mana as pure energy.0

On the other hand, mages shaped mana into phenomena, constructing it into a much greater system—one we called magic. Because of this complexity, the risks they faced on the battlefield were far greater than those of knights, with overexertion potentially leading to Magic Deviation, disrupting both their mental and magical equilibrium.0

“To defend against the looming southern advance with the time we have left, the continuous use of magic will be indispensable.”0

Destructive magic, such as bombardments and explosive mortar strikes, and support magic, which protected knights and enhanced their strength—both were essential in siege warfare.0

“Moreover, satisfying the appetites of the knights' stomachs is, above all, an impossible task.”0

It was like trying to fill an elephant’s stomach with expensive flowers—completely impractical and inefficient.0

“Yes, Professor, I understand. I will convey your message and make sure it is handled appropriately,” Yulie said with a nod before continuing, “However, I couldn’t help but notice that you don’t dine with the mages on the first floor for your meals. Do you plan to eat separately later?”0

I had already gone a week without eating. Of course, part of the reason was my increasingly selective taste, but it was ultimately a matter of practicality. Through constant development...0