Volume 1 Chapter 3 Experiment
The problem is how to use the Weight Increase magic.
As I'm training, I'm thinking while running.
It would be great if I could cast Weight Increase on someone else, but unfortunately, it seems like it only affects me in the current state. However, the concept of "me" here is a bit ambiguous.
For example, if I activate Weight Increase now...
"Weight Up―― Ugh, huff...!"
I definitely feel heavier, and my steps slow down. It's not as crushing as the full output at first, but it's quite... tough!
Yes. Each magic can be adjusted to some extent. That's one relief. If it were only at full power, I wouldn't be able to do anything.
But with this feeling, I can gradually use it for strength training. For now, let's increase my strength with this usage.
So, I focus on running while increasing the load. This is good. The load is higher than I expected, so the training I thought was easy is just right now.
But, this alone probably won't lead to victory. Frain. His first fire magic, the Flame Ball, is a familiar attack from a past life.
The Flame Ball may look just like a fireball, but it's actually a pretty scary attack. Basically, it's like a dodgeball-sized ball of fire thrown at you at the speed of a baseball catch.
In other words, a direct hit means death or serious injury. It's difficult to evade because it's pretty fast. It may be a common occurrence in games and manga, but being on the receiving end makes it feel like a nightmare.
It's not like goblin or other minor monsters are dealt with using just one Flame Ball.
...And about goblin, I had to face a goblin once, and it was no pushover. I didn't lose, but it was quite tough. Basically, they are like kids resisting with all their might, throwing stones and causing regular injuries.
So, if I don't do anything about it, I'm sure to lose. Even though I've been building up my basic strength with Weight Increase training, I need to come up with a new attack strategy using some kind of magic.
"How about this...!"
After finishing my run and transitioning to strength training, I kept thinking. Weight Increase push-ups are amazing...! This gravity magic is pretty good! I'm starting to like this gravity magic!
So after school, I was standing in front of the training dummy on the practice field just like this morning, arms folded.
"What should I do..."
For now, I hold the imitation sword and get into position. And cast a [Weight Increase]. My body becomes much heavier, but I managed to endure it for the day.
"Phew."
In that state, I make my strike. In my mind, I have a hypothesis.
Sure enough, the imitation sword pushed the training dummy quite far and then bounced back like a spring. "Hmm," I relaxed my expression a little.
"I see. After all, having weight does increase the power."
The principle is very simple. Just like how an attack becomes heavier if the person delivering it is heavier, by using [Weight Increase] before attacking, the power will increase accordingly. It's that simple.
However, the practical application will be quite technical. I cross my arms and think.
"Let's try a little experiment."
I turn towards the practice dummy, sheathe the imitation sword, and strike with my fist. With a loud thud, the practice dummy staggers. Just as I expected.
Then, I try to slash with the imitation sword like before. The result is the same as before. I judge that the power has increased about the same as with my fist.
"So, the target of [Weight Increase] isn't just me, but everything I wear or carry?"
But I can't make a firm conclusion yet. This is still just a hypothesis.
Next, I touch the practice dummy for a while and then push without letting go. The result is no increase in power. Hmm, I wonder.
"..."
Just to be sure, I cancel the [Weight Increase] and try the same thing again. It's still the same as before. Whether I touch while in the Weight Increase state for a while and then push, or push immediately, I get the same feeling.
"Is touching for a while the key...?"
I count the time and try the same thing repeatedly. Pushing after waiting for 3 seconds gives the same feeling as before [Weight Increase], and even just 1 second is the same. If it's less than that, the feeling becomes lighter, and the practice dummy is pushed away more easily.
"One second, huh?"
Seems like whatever I touch for one second becomes the target of the magic and gets [Weight Increase]. "Hmm, hmm," I realize what I wanted to know, and a smile forms on my face.
Alright, next up. I cancel the [Weight Increase], take a deep breath, get ready, and at the same time as casting [Weight Increase], I swing the practice sword horizontally.
"Weight Up!"
Coming in for the attack. The sensation is different from before, without [Weight Increase]. Without hesitation, I counterattack, and this time [Weight Increase] kicks in.
"Hmm, there seems to be a slight time lag."
I release the [Weight Increase]. There is no delay in releasing it, and my body immediately feels lighter.
"Hmm, I need to practice a little bit."
As I mutter to myself, I visualize in my mind.
What I must prepare for is how to deal with the fireball.
It is too risky to block it with a sword, so if possible, I want to evade it. However, my gravity magic can't be used to reduce gravity; it only makes myself heavier.
Furthermore, there is a knack to gaining an advantage with magic. While "Weight Increase" enhances power, it also makes movements heavier. The switch must be done smoothly and accurately.
"Hmm..."
I crossed my arms and tilted my head. Then, I came to a conclusion.
"For now, that's all I can do. I'll start with practice while thinking about it."
I hit my right fist into my left palm and muttered so. First, let's move my body.
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