magic high school

Chapter 11: Noble Phantasm - Lion's Eye

Watching the first student who awakened their Noble Phantasm leave in high spirits, Li Ge finally understood what was going on.

At the same time, Li Ge also understood what a treasure was. It was similar to a kind of innate magic weapon, which could be understood as the monkey hair of Sun Wukong, the third eye of Erlang Shen, or the fan of Ji Gong.

It can also be compared to the Stand user's Stand; everyone has their own unique Stand.

Similarly, Li Ge became puzzled, because no matter how she looked at it, the clown mask left by her parents seemed to be a treasure.

Instead of those "fake tools," they are the real, successfully cultivated treasures.

Although Li Ge has only been in contact with the clown mask for a short time, both the clown mask that brought him to this school and the fat guy he summoned in Chernobog are abilities far beyond those of a "fake".

If the Joker Mask is truly his Noble Phantasm, will he awaken another Noble Phantasm? Or will he strengthen the Joker Mask?

Li Ge didn't know, but the awakening speed on the stage was very fast. Hundreds of new students, the red students, had all awakened in no time.

"By the way, are you planning to become a traditional mage, a mystic, or go for the Noble Phantasm build?" Li Ge asked Yi Lian, a little nervous.

"The Noble Phantasm style." Yi Lian answered without any hesitation.

Why?

"There's a reason why Noble Phantasm builds have become mainstream. The most important reason is that they can be passed down to future generations," Yi Lian continued to explain. "Noble Phantasms don't disappear with your death; they remain forever. If there are talented descendants, they can even build upon and enhance the work of their predecessors."

Yi Lian seemed quite excited as she said this: "Furthermore, the school's treasure vault contains countless treasures left behind by our ancestors. In times of crisis, we can freely use those treasures left behind by our ancestors. Don't you think that's romantic? Our ancestors, across countless years, can still leave behind power to protect future generations."

"So, there's a reason why Noble Phantasms have become mainstream," Yi Lian said eloquently.

However, Li Ge's heart sank deeper and deeper. He felt that the clown mask was indeed a treasure left to him by his parents whom he had never met.

"Then, can someone who has already inherited their predecessor's Noble Phantasm still awaken their own?" Li Ge asked.

At this moment, Yi Lian fell silent, seemingly deep in thought. After a long pause, he said, "I'll have to ask my teacher about that. But there's a high probability I can still awaken my Noble Phantasm, right? After all, awakening a Noble Phantasm is merely materializing a person's wish into a tangible form..."

The two were chatting when suddenly, the people on the stage burst into gasps of surprise.

This time, it was Li Ge's acquaintance, the female knight Valerie, who awakened her Noble Phantasm. After the awakening, a dazzling light burst forth from her body, and then a sacred pegasus formed from the light appeared directly in front of everyone.

At this moment, the students, who had just lost interest due to the constant awakenings, were suddenly invigorated. Clearly, this meant they had "sold their loot".

"Noble Phantasm: Sacred Pegasus. It's actually a rare Mythical Beast Noble Phantasm! Child, your future is limitless. And this Noble Phantasm will probably attract the attention of the Order of Gods. But don't worry, because your backing is the school." The vice principal said directly, his eyes revealing undisguised surprise and a hint of worry.

"Thank you, Principal." The female knight, who looked like a Russian girl, gently stroked the Pegasus and smiled happily.

Li Ge elbowed Yi Lian and asked, "What kind of organization is the Order God Cult?"

"I'm not too sure about that either. It seems to be a partner of the school. But the church, after all, cooperation is always a bit bumpy. The relationship with the school is only barely superficial." Yi Lian explained, but there wasn't much information. Li Ge just remembered this information for now and will investigate it when he has the chance.

Next, it was Xiaoye's turn to awaken. This time, it seemed to cause another gasp, because what awakened was also something very strange, as if it were her shadow.

"Very good, very good, a companion treasure! You must cherish this treasure." The vice principal continued.

"Okay, thank you." Xiaoye nodded again and floated down.

"Wow, Li Ge, both of your friends have very rare Noble Phantasms," Yi Lian said. "Although rare ones aren't necessarily stronger, they're definitely more promising. At the very least, they have considerable research value. The research department should welcome them after graduation, though whether they become researchers or research subjects is another matter."

Li Ge: "..."

The other students also produced a few somewhat unique Noble Phantasms, but none of them caused a sensation among the freshmen.

Soon, it was the turn of the top students from the Blue Academy.

"Ripples!"

"It's my turn! It's my turn! Watch my treasure!" Yilian rubbed her hands excitedly.

Li Ge also encouraged him, and then, amidst the attention of everyone, Yi Lian walked to the center of the magic circle.

As the overworked counselor weakly activated the incantation, the lines of the magic circle suddenly lit up with a milky white halo, enveloping him. The light lasted for about three seconds, then suddenly contracted, and the next moment, it seemed as if nothing had happened.

"Hmm?" The counselor looked at the vice principal with a puzzled expression.

"Yilian, if I'm not mistaken, you should be a mutant elf, right?" the vice principal said.

"Yes, Principal."

"Then take a look, has your innate racial talent become stronger?"

The vice principal's words seemed to awaken Yilian. In the next instant, Yilian completely transformed into the female knight Valerie, and then, in full view of everyone, summoned a similar "Holy Light Pegasus".

At this moment, the entire venue erupted in cheers once again.

"Copy! His Noble Phantasm is copy!"

"Damn it, what incredible luck! How can I have such an overpowered ability!"

Those who could come to the magic academy were not stupid. They immediately understood what Yilian's Noble Phantasm ability was. At this moment, everyone felt a little jealous, as if they had eaten a lemon in the middle of summer.

"Very good, as expected of an outstanding student," the vice principal encouraged.

Yi Lian bowed and happily stepped off the stage, excitedly saying, "Li Ge, Li Ge, my Noble Phantasm is actually myself, or more precisely, my water! When I mimic someone else's appearance, I can also mimic their Noble Phantasm at the same time! Although it has a duration."

Li Ge was also very happy, but at the same time he became even more nervous.

Will I become some kind of Noble Phantasm, or will I still be the clown mask?

"Li Ge!"

The instructor's voice rang out, and the next moment, Li Ge could only nervously walk onto the main platform covered with magic arrays under everyone's gaze.

"Let's begin." The instructor continued chanting weakly, and even Li Ge was afraid that he would die here.

But soon, Li Ge lost the mood for random thoughts.

In an instant, a clown mask automatically appeared on his face. As the circus laughter rang out, the light of the magic circle was distorted into comical stripes or the shape of a clown hat. It was as if, for some unknown reason, everyone burst into laughter, genuinely enjoying themselves.

[Hehe, the Noble Phantasm "The Fool's Mask" has officially awakened and is now fully integrated with you.]

Ability 1: When you arrive in a new world, you will be anchored to a local "comedic ability". This ability can only be used in the current world. When you go to other worlds, you will have to randomly select a new ability!

Ability 2: With each rank you advance, you will permanently anchor a comedic ability. Currently at Rank 1 Elite, the anchored ability is - Lion's Eye!

Lion's Eye: You will ignite the inextinguishable golden lion's eye. The lion's eye can be deactivated at any time, allowing you to see through the afterimages and illusions of those below your own level. It also reveals the unique "labels" above everyone's heads, revealing their true identities. Note: Hidden within the lion's eye is a hideous lion.

Li Ge: "..."

What does it mean that my ability is to have a hideous lion in my eyes?