Application is indeed challenging, thought Ian.0

Using magic for purposes other than its intended use or mixing different types of magic was a technique possible only because he was a ruined character in the game. In fact, if he wasn't a failure, there would have been no need to explore such methods. 3

However, to survive until the end, it was necessary to research and try new things continually, especially when it was safe to fail. Once he reached a point where a single mistake could cost him his life, there wouldn't even be a chance to practice. In that sense, this failure wasn't too dangerous.0

"You cunning...! There was more than one relic! Luring me to be off-guard!" The dark mage roared, regaining his posture.  It seemed like he had completely failed to consider the possibility of Ian using magic from a different elemental attribute.0

"You caught me." Ian shrugged.0

Just as the dark mage's gaze shifted toward the mace, Ian launched himself forward again, propelled by a gust of wind.0

"Such a rodent-like trick!" The dark mage raised his remaining arm; surprisingly, he was still clutching his magic wand with his sole arm.3

A wall of wraiths, much larger than before, unfolded with a scattering...0