Mariano had originally been a Demon Swordsman from the Southern Kingdom. After being persecuted by the Holy See, he relocated to the Empire and found work with the Empire Council. He was, of course, a Mage, but his combat prowess was far beyond that of the glass cannon Mages of the north who could only sling projectiles and beams.
His cloak billowed as he moved. The rapier, typically disguised as a walking stick, was imbued with condensed Magic Power, granting it an indestructible property. Ether was converted into Wind Blades under his control, vibrating around the rapier at a supersonic frequency.
Yet, as he lunged toward the mysterious woman, his target vanished. The porcelain shards bursting through the air suddenly changed direction and shot toward him instead.
Mariano twisted his thrust into a sweep, deflecting all the dangerous shards. The deep, feminine voice spoke again, and turning his head, he finally got a clear look at his opponent.
