Chapter 28: Analysis

"Why didn't you tell us that you can transform?" - Ophelia's expression was like finding the way out of the never ending maze.

"Yeah, that was a long story". Esserine smiled awkwardly. "I didn't mean to hide, it was kind of personal to tell". 

"Was it related to our mother?". Everado gave her a dreary glance. 

"Yes, the necklace of the moon and stars helps me breakthrough my power". Esserine held her necklace softly. "It's the magical transformation". 

"Well, it's good news". Ophelia took a sip of tea. "Me and Adelphia can finally go without worry in the heart". 

"Ophelia, what do you mean by going?!". Everado stood up, he seemed alarming.

"It's not like we are about to die". Adelphia stopped for a second. "The principal has chosen us to be exchange students this year, so no one could bully Oglourine students". 

"You guys shouldn't be worried, me and my brother will do our best to protect and take care of everyone". Esserine was determined. 

"Here, take this". Ophelia brought up a fancy wooden box. "It would help you guys a lot".

"What is it?" - Adelphia was curious.

"It's the 6 gems of ascension". Ophelia explained seriously. "The caster will receive an universal challenge by deities, if they can overcome it. Then they will withhold enough power to break through and receive their transformation". 

"How did you get such marvelous things like these?". Everado seemed like he can't believe his eyes.

"I bought it from the black market, just in case". Ophelia combed her hair, her fingers thriving through her currents of gentleness. 

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Another day, another time, but still the same year at the Oglourine Academy.

*In the Prestige Class*

"Today, we'll talk about our analysis of stats and fighting style". Dr. Burggraf swiped the MPad's screen in her hands. "I'll organize teams''. 

"Esserine, she is a ranged destroyer, she would best fit in the back line". Dr. Burggraf turned on the VR machine, everyone can see stats clearly. "Her fighting style is always keeping a safe distance while dealing constant high damage to the target, which means that she can take at least up to 3 enemies at a time by her mobility and skills".

Attackers are people with high damage output in the team. They often are described as the canon of the castle or the blade of swordsmen. Attackers can be the leader of the team if they are wise and strategic. Sometimes, they would rather give the leader title to someone else so they could focus on taking down enemies better.

There are 3 types of Attackers, Destroyers, Assassins, and Slingers.

Destroyers, they are people with the highest damage output. They can easily wipe out the whole team if they are well-protected and well-supported. If doing solo battle, the destroyer's winning chance is based on the opponent's conditions. This type of Attackers are usually the easiest to ambush in a battle. Nevertheless, there are still some exceptions. 

Assassins are the greatest enemy of ranged damage dealers. They are quick, sharp, dangerous, and unpredictable. They usually stealth to the back line and defeat the other team's Attacker. However, these types are super afraid of Brawlers and Warriors (Defenders). 

Slingers, these types are the rarest attackers in the world. They are balanced. They aren't too squishy like Destroyers and too speedy like Assassins. Nonetheless, they can solo and deal damage well. They don't really need much protection and aid from their allies. Usually, Slingers are the best in the team of 5. 

"She's a Destroyer?!". Maria mocked Esserine funnily. "Damn, that machine must be too old".

"Hey, don't be mean". Phoebe spoke up. "We are in the same class".

"Dr. Burggraf, I thought I would be a Slinger?". Esserine raised her hand. 

"You can take on many enemies at a time, it's great". Dr. Burggraf said thoroughly. "But you cannot take on another attacker, especially an Assassin". 

"I know your weapon is a gun, however, it doesn't mean that you're a Slinger, because your stats aren't well balanced". Dr. Burggraf zoomed out the technological screen. 

"Oh I see". Esserine nodded. 

"Next is the Drama Queen of our school". Adelphia tapped the screen. "Do you want me to make it bigger, Dr. Burggraf?".

"No it's fine, Adelphia". Dr. Burggraf swiped. "Let's talk about Maria".

"I've been inspecting your fighting style for a few days, it seems like you really love mid range battles". Dr. Burggraf continued talking. "As a Slinger, I think you would be best in the front line". 

"You hear that?". Esserine finally got a chance to roast back. "You average bitch". 

"I could easily defeat you in short range". Maria called out her weapon. 

Maria's weapon is a pair of boxing gloves. It is inlaid with gems, one is the ice stone and the other is the fire stone. And the gloves are black. It helps Maria control her ability power so much better. Maria can either stand in the front line or the middle line only. 

"Yo guys, chill out". Kayden was trying to calm Maria down. "Do you want to hear a song?".

"Be quiet and listen!". Dr. Burggraf shouted.

The most powerful woman in the room has spoken up. 

"About you Kayden, you would be in the back line, no one would doubt your aiding ability". Dr. Burggraf replayed the video of the Megacryst battle. "And everyone knows that you're too thin to pierce through, so back line would be the best for you".

"Phoebe, you're a Strategist, the Supporter type". Dr. Burggraf strolled toward Phoebe. "You can watch and give a good observation for people, nevertheless, you're still lacking leading experience, and you will be in the middle line".

"And Lucas, you are a melee Warrior, a good Defender type to include in the team". Dr. Burggraf paced around the table. "The best position for you in the team would be in the front line with Maria, you are the protective wall". 

"Lastly, Adelphia, you are the leader of the team". Dr. Burggraf gave Adelphia a proud gaze. "I have seen the way that you started the battle and led everyone to victory". Dr. Burggraf continued speaking. "You will be in the middle line, you will receive battlefield information constantly from Phoebe while helping and commanding others".

"Wait Dr. Burggraf, am I not good enough to be the leader?". Maria questioned.

"No, you would kill the whole team". Dr. Burggraf answered without hesitation.

"Humble yourself girl". Esserine mocked for the second time. "I heard that you can't even solve a basic math problem".

"Hey, it's not BASIC!". Maria smacked her fist on the table. "It's Specialist Mathematics".

Everyone laughs out loud, day by day, just tranquility and happiness are enough. But these normal things usually don't stay for so long. It's life and life is always changing.