The Tempest Nova's aftereffects still lingered in the air, residual motes of cyan wind energy drifting lazily across the battlefield like fireflies in the night. August stood at the center of the dissipating shockwave, his breathing steady, his expression contemplative.
The Imperial Wind Element Chapter: Tempest Nova was a sorcery that August had been working on with Rhea for a considerable time. All of August's spell canon consisted of offensive, movement, and support spells—a balanced arsenal that reflected his pragmatic approach to combat. Yet, despite his proclivity for offensive engagements, August understood the importance of completeness in battle. A sorcerer who could only attack was a sorcerer who would eventually be outmanoeuvred and defeated.
