"Good morning, class!" Professor Morton greeted everyone with a warm smile.
"Today, we shall explore the intricacies of the Infernal Circle, a powerful tool used to invoke and communicate with infernal entities. It may sound dangerous but it's not. We will be working with a modified and safe version of the Circle, suitable for your current level."
Chad Bulmung's curiosity was piqued. He listened intently, eager to test his skills and uncover the secrets of Infernal Circles.
"This must be a sign that I should start with my Ghost King Body ritual…" He muttered, his eyes glimmering with excitement.
Within their class, they were taught about the four types of Magic Circles that Dark Arts Practitioners would commonly use. They were the Necromantic Circle, Infernal Circle, Cursed Circle, and the Chaos Circle.
These Circles may be insignificant depending on the branch of Dark Arts you'll take, but knowing them was still necessary.
Professor Morton, aware of their enthusiasm, decided to begin the class.
"As you know, the Infernal Circle had many variations. The Impure Abyss Circle, the Unfair Pact Circle, the Great Torment Circle, and the Sinner's Circle… We did not deeply discuss these circles, but you all know what an Infernal Circle could do."
At this point, he asked Warren to tell the class what he knew about the Infernal Circle.
"Professor, as far as I know, this Circle is used by practitioners to invoke and bargain with demons, devils, or other evil entities. The Circle may be inscribed with sigils, symbols, or names of the infernal powers and may require sacrifices or offerings to appease them."
Professor Morton was satisfied with his answer and continued. "That's right… Among the four variations of Infernal Circles mentioned, I brought a weakened Impure Abyss Circle. However, an important part of the Circle is missing, and you must fill it up using what you've learned so far."
He looked at everyone's reaction, and as expected, they looked even more excited.
"The Magic Circle you'll create will be tailored to summon a lesser entity, one that the Association does not forbid. Remember, safety is paramount, so we will utilize protective barriers and omit any dangerous elements. Open your notes and books if necessary to complete a version of your Impure Abyss Circle. Once you have a design, present it to me first so I can judge if it's feasible."
"Yes, Professor!"
Soon, the students brainstormed and sketched their designs.
Chad's mind raced with ideas. He envisioned a circle adorned with ancient runes and symbols, carefully inscribed to beckon a curious and informative entity from the abyss.
He immediately checked his book about the Magic Circles for these entities.
The class would be 2 hours long, so they have plenty of time to complete their Circle and use it.
Groups of students were formed as they shared their thoughts and ideas about this activity.
"I want my Impure Abyss Circle to summon something that focuses on knowledge and understanding… However, since this is still an Infernal Circle, the knowledge I'll get would probably be dangerous for me. But it might be a good start." Chad explained, his voice filled with determination.
Lisa, intrigued by Chad's concept, leaned closer, her eyes filled with curiosity.
"An entity that is knowledgeable? Will it be similar to Mennena, that Arch Fey?" Lisa remarked, her voice brimming with fascination.
"Ahem… I'm hoping that it would be as friendly as Mennena, at least." Chad replied.
"I've seen many Magic Circles that embody the thirst for knowledge and the pursuit of truth in the second edition of our Advanced Dark Magic Circle Book. You have to check that book if you want something safer." Audrey commented on the side.
It seems that she also had the same idea.
With their designs taking shape, the students gathered around Professor Morton to present their Impure Abyss Circles and explain their intentions.
However, Professor Morton shook his head after seeing the design shown by Emily.
It actually required liters of lion's blood to activate, so Professor Morton immediately advised her, also for everyone's sake.
"Your design, Emily, shows great ambition, but the requirement of liters of lion's blood is far too dangerous and impractical. The entity you're about to summon also wouldn't survive without the moonlight..." Professor Morton explained, his voice tinged with concern. "We must prioritize safety and ethical practices in our summonings."
Jody, who had designed a circle that drew upon the power of ancient relics, received a similar response from Professor Morton.
"While I appreciate your creativity, Jody, using ancient relics without proper understanding and precautions can lead to unintended consequences…" Professor Morton cautioned, his voice filled with wisdom. "We must ensure that our summonings do not disrupt the delicate balance of the infernal realms."
As the class continued, Professor Morton carefully evaluated each design, highlighting potential flaws or dangers that could arise from certain summonings. He stressed the importance of responsible and ethical practices, reminding the students that their actions had consequences beyond the classroom.
Finally, after several failed attempts, there's one student who passed Professor Morton's standard.
Chad, known for his affinity for ancient rituals, showcased a magic circle that will be adorned with flickering candles, darkened skulls, and intricate pentagrams.
"My Impure Abyss Circle represents the ancient traditions and the search for forbidden knowledge… or perhaps, I'll call it Infernal Knowledge…" Chad shared passionately.
Professor Morton looked at the Magic Circle design for some time before he nodded approvingly, acknowledging Chad's dedication to exploring the boundaries of infernal magic.
"Well done, Chad…" Professor Morton praised, his voice filled with admiration. "Your Circle captures the essence of the Impure Abyss beautifully, drawing forth the allure of forbidden knowledge. However, I just noticed that this Magic Circle aims to call a Sage Spirit… While they are knowledgeable, I don't think you'll get important knowledge from them, so don't expect too much."
"I undestand, Professor. As long as you confirmed it's safe, that would be enough." Chad answered with a mysterious smile on his face. As expected, the Professor would never guess his real intention for calling a 'useless' Sage Spirit.
As time passed, Professor Morton carefully gave advise to half of the already.
After more than 30 minutes, Vale finally stood up bringing his design to the Professor.
