2 years later
The grandeur of the Gremory mansion echoed through its lavish halls, adorned with glistening chandeliers and exquisite artwork. It was a symbol of power and wealth, a place that housed the renowned Rias Gremory and her peerless presence as the heiress of the Gremory clan. But within those opulent walls lay a secret, a secret that had remained buried for far too long.
In a secluded room tucked away from the luxurious chaos, Issei Gremory, the neglected brother of Rias, sat alone, surrounded by dusty books and forgotten family portraits. Issei, with his crimson red hair and piercing blue eyes, had always felt like a mere shadow in the presence of his illustrious sister
And to make matter worse his parents basically abandoned him, his own older brother use to give him looks of pity but later turned to indifference you could say he even pretended he didn't have a little brother, he was in a room which had dim light, grey paint and a simple bed and a bathroom no toys no family photos just him alone reading books
His sister's room was more than 10 times his room filled with toys and all the love a girl of his age could get infact even more
She was blessed with superior demonic power and showed potential even though it wasn't near her brother she could become a very powerful devil once she grew up, she was spoiled to the core by both parents, her brother and sister-in-law and the rest of society
Issei: would this situation ever change, will I ever be acknowledged by my family and peers
He sighed once more, he wasn't really allowed to move around the house, which was imposed by his father
Zeoticus:' what's the point of moving around you pathetic waste of space try to actually do something useful for our clan '
He snorted before walking away
Issei sighed trying to forget the harsh words of his father
Venelena:' try to be useful and stop ruining your sisters spotlight if not just disappear '
She said with disdain
Tears began to form in his eyes
Rias: ' how are you my brother, did mom make a mistake '
She mocked him
Sirzechs:' be more like your sister '
He sighed before walking away
Grayfia:' if only you possess half of your sisters potential '
She sighed before shaking her head
Tears began to trickle down his cheeks, he wiped them away
Issei: I'm going to show them, I'm going to show the underworld I'm... I'm going to surpass the realm of super devil infact I'm going to be the strongest devil a super devil - transcendent
He pumped his fist into the air but later felt even more down
Issei: all the resources are being poured into my sister and none for me
He became downcast
Issei: well maybe I should talk to my cousin sairaorg
He said with a bright smile
Sairaorg and Issei have a close relationship even closer than just cousins they could even be mistaken for brothers
Issei: I would I be able to talk to him, I can't use a communication circle since I barely have demonic power
He held his palm out and forced all the demonic power in his body into his palm and a tiny ball the size of a pin ball was formed
Issei: this is all the demonic power in my body
He couldn't help but be disappointed in himself
Issei: and at this rate maybe a three minutes call
He put is finger on his chin
Issei: I won't be able to create this of this size in a while
Issei took a paper with a magic circle symbol on it for communication and then took a piece of chalk and began to draw a magic circle on the ground
Even though he wasn't strong both in terms of demonic power and strength he had a sharp mind and intellect which was strong even for a 7 years old
He perfectly drew the circle without any problems or hitches
He dropped the small ball of demonic power into the circle and it glowed before a holographic miniature form of sairaorg formed
Issei: hi sairaorg
He said with a cheerful tone
A young boy with black hair and violet eyes could be seen it was sairaorg bael the first born of the new leader of the bael clan, just like Issei he was born without demonic power and the signature power of destruction thus making both of them even have a stronger bond
Issei: onee chan how are you doing?
Sairaorg: Issei how are you doing I just hope you're family is treating you better than mine
Issei frowned before nodding negatively
Sairaorg sympathized with him
Issei: onee chan do you think things will ever get better
He gave him a sad smile
Sairaorg: just be patient and train yourself Issei I know things are hard but they'll get better one day
He smiled
They began to talk about things that have been going on in their lives, their aspiration
Issei: why would you want to be a king of a race that despises you, we're both seen as false noble devils like why, I want to be the strongest devil because I want to feel how it is to be the strongest ya know
Sairaorg: I get what you mean, we all different dreams I want to show that even those born weak would rise above and become what no one would expect a devil king
He grinned just thinking about it
Issei: I just want to be an adventurer and have friends who care about me
He took In a deep breath
Sairaorg: no worries Issei I hope to see us both living our dreams
Issei: you're awesome onee chan
Sairaorg smiled before faltering a bit
Sairaorg: it seems like time is also up
Sairaorg: good day little brother see you later
He waved while Issei did the same as he disappeared and the magic circle faded out
The door burst open revealing his father
Zeoticus: who were you talking too
His voice laced with anger
Issei: I was talking to sairaorg
Zeoticus:' useless wastes do stick to each other it's a good thing I separated him from rias
Issei:did I do something wrong
Zeoticus: be quiet brat
Zeoticus:' why was I cursed with a useless son '
He said shaking his head
Zeoticus: damn it brat why don't you even try to do something useful keep this off snd I'll send you to the abandoned mansion in the country side of the gremory clan and disown you from the clan
He threatened Issei before storming off
Issei: to be honest getting disowned from the family is actually better in my eyes
He didn't really care about his father's threat
He took a small bath and decided to go to the library, as he kept on walking in the mansion even the guards and servants glanced at him with contempt and disdain
" The stain of the gremory why is he allowed here"
"Why can't he be like his sister"
" He doesn't stand a chance against a low class commoner devil of his age "
Issei gritted his teeth and clenched his fist and ran towards the library avoiding the gossiping servants and guards
He entered the library and began to gather books related to magic as he studied them he realized he couldn't learn anything
Issei: damn it
He gritted his teeth
Issei: all these spells require demonic power
He balled his fist feeling even more down
Then he saw another spell book and noticed it didn't have anything to do demonic power
Mana, it was Mana based spell book
Issei: but it looks so old who knows maybe zer
Mana is a fundamental concept in various spiritual and magical systems, representing a form of mystical energy or life force. It is often depicted as an invisible, ethereal substance that permeates all living things and the world around us.
Mana is believed to flow through everything in varying degrees, granting power and potential. It is considered the source from which magical abilities and spiritual energies are derived. Different cultures and belief systems have their own interpretations and understandings of mana
In these traditions, mana is seen as a divine essence that can be harnessed and utilized by individuals who possess special knowledge or connection with the spiritual realm. It is believed to be the force behind supernatural phenomena, such as healing, divination, and the casting of spells. Mana can also extend to associated concepts like luck, blessings, and personal charisma.
To tap into mana and channel its powers, practitioners often engage in rituals, ceremonies, and spiritual practices that help them attune themselves to this life force. This may involve meditation, prayer, invocations, and the use of specific objects or artifacts that are believed to hold mana.
Ultimately, mana is a concept that symbolizes the interconnectedness of all things and the potential for spiritual and magical power within ourselves and the world around us. It represents the belief that we can tap into a wellspring of energy and vitality that transcends the physical realm and facilitates our connection with the spiritual and supernatural.
So I should either meditate because I don't know anywhere that has any tool or item that contains Mana
This book also contained many levels of magic formulas to trigger powerful spells
I'll keep this book just in case
Sairaorg told me he could train his body and all that to increase his strength and all that
Should I just learn magic oh and also swords too and martial arts
He threw a punch in the air
I know it could lead to me being the jack of all trades while mastering none but I don't care this is my path after all
I've heard of some humans who has a rare form of breathing that gives them superhuman abilities and more
Hmmmm too many choices, what about a a battle mage
A battle mage is a type of mage who specializes in both offensive spellcasting and martial combat. They are highly skilled in both magical and physical combat, making them formidable opponents in battle. Battle mages often combine their spellcasting abilities with weapons or armor to enhance their combat prowess.
vary depending on several factors, such as their level of training, magical aptitude, experience, and the resources available to them. A well-trained and experienced battle mage can be incredibly powerful and versatile in combat situations.
In terms of spellcasting, battle mages possess a wide array of offensive spells that they can unleash against their foes. These spells can range from elemental magic, like fire, ice, or lightning, to more specialized spells that can incapacitate or weaken opponents. With their combination of physical combat skills and spellcasting abilities, they can adapt to different situations and engage in close-quarters combat or long-range attacks as needed.
The power of a battle mage also extends to their ability to manipulate and control mana. Since mana is the source of their magical abilities, battle mages are adept at channeling and harnessing this energy to cast powerful spells. They can tap into mana reserves to amplify their spellcasting, giving them an advantage in terms of the sheer force and intensity of their magical attacks.
However, it's important to note that the power of a battle mage is not solely dependent on their magical abilities. Their physical combat skills, weapon proficiency, and tactical intelligence also play crucial roles in determining their effectiveness in battle. A skilled battle mage knows how to blend their magic with their physical combat techniques, making them a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield.
Overall, the power of a battle mage can be quite significant, but it ultimately depends on the individual's training, experience, and mastery of their magical and combat skills.
But unfortunately battle mages are rare, it's not just about you having a long range attack, it doesn't make him a battle mage, they have mastered several magical formulas have mastered powerful spells and a large experience when it comes to hand to hand combat and weapons mastery
That's what makes them rare, mages don't have any aptitude with magic and warriors don't possess an aptitude for magic mastery
Even beings with long life don't try to master both
This would be my path i just need to train and learn, thanks to this book
He hid the book behind him and ran out of the library just to bump into a certain familiar figure
Issei: oof sorry
He wanted to get up and saw that it was his older sister rias gremory the current heir to the gremory clan
Her turquoise blue eyes met mine before her expression changed to one in disgust
Rias: what are you doing here?
I sighed
Issei: I just wanted to read is that so wrong
Rias: the only thing wrong is that you're my brother
She sneered hurting Issei heart he then realized even his own twin hated him
I have no one apart from onee chan, I have no one
Issei: You are evidence of evolution sense of humor ya know I would rather be sent to heaven than being born in this so called family if I was given a choice I wouldn't mind betraying the entire devil race
He said with so much hatred in his voice even his voice
Rias was shocked before she got angry and then broke in tears
Rias:WAAAAAA mom dad Issei is bullying me
She yelled out trying to look pathetic
He was stunned, this was the day he truly hated his family
Zeoticus: where is that bastard
Zeoticus roared
When he saw Issei standing near a crying rias
Hatred
Nothing but hatred filled his face
Zeoticus: you ruined my family with your birth and now you dare touch my daughter you unfilial son
Issei was sent flying as he was given a harsh blast of demonic energy that impacted his forehead
He was sent flying through multiple rooms, he was such in a bad shape he was barely even alive
Zeoticus summoned his sword which was glowing with a scary glow ready to kill him
Zeoticus: now die
He roared like a madman
As it was approaching his still body, a frozen shield formed at the last minute
Grayfia: lord gremory please that's enough
She yelled trying to calm him down
Zeoticus: fine if he keeps on staying here I'll kill him
Venelena: oh my what is going on
She came in as she heard zeoticus roar
She ignored Issei and she stared at rias
Venelena: rias are you okay
Rias nodded. She was stunned she didn't plan for her father to actually want to kill him
Rias:' what have I done '
Grayfia: I'll talk to sirzechs, he would be sent to the country side far away from here, think lord gremory if you succeeded in such a stunt you would be in serious trouble you know that right
Her emotions where still stoic not batting her eyes on Issei whose situation was unknown
Zeoticus: make it quick
He sneered while walking away
This was the day, Issei would forever be separated from the gremory family