Hunter Academy: Revenge of the Weakest

Chapter 845 196.1 - Gaze

The classroom was alive with a quiet sense of anticipation as the cadets settled into their seats. Unlike some of the more rigorous combat or strategy courses, Artifact Studies was a two-hour weekly course that, while not mandatory for all specializations, had drawn a surprising number of students due to its engaging nature.
At the front of the room, Professor Aldric Fenwell stood beside a long table, his sharp green eyes gleaming behind his thin-framed glasses. A variety of small artifacts were carefully arranged before him, their polished surfaces catching the light from the overhead fixtures. He was one of the academy's more charismatic instructors—not just because of his deep knowledge of relics and enchanted items, but because of his ability to make even the most mundane theoretical topics sound fascinating.
As the final students took their seats, Fenwell clapped his hands together once, a warm smile on his face. "Alright, cadets, today's lesson will focus on entry-level artifacts—a topic that, while seemingly basic, serves as the foundation for every hunter's career. Understanding artifacts and their practical applications can make the difference between surviving a mission and having to be carried out of a dungeon."
That last statement earned a few chuckles from the room, though most students remained focused, eager for what was to come.
Fenwell gestured toward the table. "Now, before we dive into theory, let's start with a fundamental question. Who can tell me what defines an artifact?"
A few hands shot up. Among them, Sylvie was the first to be called on.
"An artifact is a tool or object imbued with mana," she answered smoothly. "Unlike standard enchanted weapons, artifacts don't require their users to channel their own mana directly—they operate using embedded runes, cores, or pre-set enchantments."
Fenwell nodded approvingly. "Excellent summary, Miss Sylvie. Artifacts serve as a bridge between raw magic and practical application, allowing even those with weaker mana control to wield powerful effects. However, this also means that users must understand the limitations and risks involved.&

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