The First Earth Spells

Ysildea stood within one of her training yards, her eyes locked upon the training dummies. "Earth Magic is split into four spell types, the Shield Spells, the Trap Spells, the Lava Spells and the Magma Spells." She began, her gaze moving to rest upon Callum. "Today, we shall begin with the Shield Spells."

She turned fast, her hands moved quickly, fingers alight with brown energy as she drew a rune into the air before her. The jagged straight lines of the rune glowed dimly. "Saxum Armum!" She cried. A wall of solid rock burst from the ground before her. "Saxum Armum is the sturdiest of the Shield spells. Its solid rock wall is able to withstand many attacks, including Skywing favourite, Aspiro Tonitrus."

Ysildea stepped back, with a flick of her wrist, the wall of rock sunk into the ground. "Despite what many believe, it isn't often best to use Saxum Armum in every situation. Sometimes the situation calls for another shield spell. There are two more spells. The second may have the least amount of strength, but it is quick to cast, and extremely versatile."

"This spell, is called Condicio Fluctuo." She paused, drawing another jagged rune before her. "Condicio Fluctuo." Vines, leaves and other plant matter quickly sprouted forth. Forming a wall of many colours. "As you can see, it is susceptible to fire, tsunami levels of water and hurricane like winds. But depending on your location, it can vary in strength."

Callum nodded, continuing to watch Ysildea as she released the spell, allowing the colourful wall to return into the ground. "But the most powerful shield spell is also the most taxing in terms of energy use. So only use it when needed." Ysildea warned, slowly moving as she drew another jagged rune into the air.

"Condicio Adorea." The Earth Guardian muttered. Nature's strongest elements burst forth, forming a wall of many different substances, rock, plant matter, even substances found within the depths of Xadia itself formed the wall. "As you can see, this spell calls forth the strongest substances the Earth has to offer. Substances such as minerals found so far down that no one has ever seen them."

"It is the spell that keeps all behind it safe, so long as the mage casting it has the energy and concentration to keep it up." Ysildea went on, stepping back as she allowed the wall to fall. "Now, I want you to try Condicio Fluctuo. If you can manage to cast it without issue, I want you to cast Saxum Armum. And if that succeeds, then we shall attempt Condicio Adorea."

Callum gave a nod of understanding, stepping forward and turning to face the training dummies. He took a deep breath and slowly started to draw Condico Fluctuo's rune. "Condico Fluctuo." He said, watching as the spell took effect, vines came from the ground, slowly reaching up towards a central point where other plant matter had gathered.

Ysildea smiled in satisfaction. "Excellent. I expected you'd be able to cast the spell without ease. Now try Saxum Armum. I suspect you'll have some difficulty with it, but not enough to warrant some rest."

Callum began to draw its rune; the brown light illuminated his face little. "Saxum Armum." He said. The ground shook as the rock pushed up from the beneath his feet. Dust fell as the rocks pushed against each other. Slowly, the wall was formed.

"I noticed some tension in your limbs when the spell was cast. I suggest casting this spell until the tension fades. Until then, do not attempt the final shield spell." Ysildea noted and warned, stepping forward as she glanced over the training yard. Her gaze swept the many training dummies. "I have other duties to attend to now, I suggest you go and rest your body. Casting these spells can be difficult, and it isn't always advised that you learn them all in a single go." She finished.

Rayla eyed the two Earthblood Elves before her, the two of them had been picked by Ysildea herself. The first of the two was male. He was bulky in build, muscles built up from moving stone or heavy lifting. He held a rather large hammer in his hand. His horns were small but leaves and other plant life were spread across him. He wore a very basic tunic.

His companion on the other hand, was slim. A thin body with curves like a rock shaped by water. She had larger horns compared to the male, less plant matter covering her body. She wore a rather tight outfit, most likely fit for her weapon of choice. Her weapon of choice was an elegant naginata, Elvish runes carved into the wooden pole.

"You have been selected to join the Dragonguard under my command. You now hold one of the most important jobs in all of Xadia. It won't be easy, and at times, it can get dull and boring. But it is your duty to protect Queen Zubeia and Prince Azymondias." Rayla began, her eyes moving back and forth between the two. "I require your names, skills and preferred weapon type."

The male spoke first, his voice was deep. "Names Revalor, Captian. I am skilled in masonry work. But my true skill is my knowledge in the art of the hammer. I know how to wield any type of hammer, be it a small tiny human hammer to a massive war hammer like Passion Fruit here." He said, gesturing to his massive hammer. "My preferred weapon type, is the war hammer."

"Faylen, Captain. I am skilled in the ancient Earthblood martial art of Rockjitzu and the naginata. My preferred weapon is the naginata, though I am adept in other weapons similar to it."

Rayla nodded. "Excellent. I will be overseeing your training here until my boyfriend has finished his mage training."

The two nodded. Ready to begin their training.

Revalor may or may not have been influenced by Cole from Ninjago.