Passive Hatred

The Libraby?

After a short walk, Alex spotted the library. The warm glow of light from inside was inviting ,he  approached the entrance.

He stepped inside, the warmth of the library enveloping him immediately. The interior was cozy, with shelves lined with books of all kinds. A few monsters were scattered around, quietly reading or browsing the shelves. Alex felt a sense of calm wash over him.

He approached the front desk, where a bespectacled librarian was organizing a stack of books. She looked up as he approached, her expression welcoming.

"Hello there," she said kindly. "How can I help you today?"

Alex hesitated for a moment before speaking. "Hi, I'm new in town. I was hoping to find some information on magic  and monster history."

The librarian smiled warmly. "You've come to the right place. We have plenty of books on our history and more. Feel free to browse, and if you need any specific recommendations, just let me know."

"Thank you," Alex replied, feeling more at ease. 

As he browsed the shelves, he found a section dedicated to the history of Snowdin. He pulled out a  book and settled into a cozy corner to read. The warmth of the library, made him feel more at home than he had in a long time.

Eventually, he closed the  book and stretched He had learned a lot about his current area, but there was still so much more to discover about magic and monsters in general. 

Looking around he decided to look at the inside of the library more closely.

The warmth of the library greeted him immediately, a stark contrast to the cold outside. The interior was even cozier than he had realized. Shelves filled with books lined the walls, and the soft hum of quiet conversation and the rustling of pages created a peaceful atmosphere. A few monsters were scattered around, some reading at tables, others browsing the shelves.

Alex walked up to the front desk, where the bespectacled librarian he had met earlier was organizing a stack of books. She looked up as he approached, her expression friendly and welcoming.

"Hello again," she said with a smile. "Did you find what you were looking for?"

"Yes," Alex replied, feeling a bit more at ease this time. "I was hoping to find some information about souls and magic. Do you have any books on those topics?"

The librarian nodded. "We have a section dedicated to magic and its  aspects, as well as souls. It's just over there," she pointed to a set of shelves near the middle of the library. "You should find what you're looking for."

"Thank you," Alex said, grateful for her assistance. He walked over to the indicated section, scanning the titles until he found a few books that seemed promising. He selected a couple and found a quiet spot to sit down and read.

The first book he opened was titled "The Nature of Souls." As he flipped through the pages, he found detailed explanations about different types of souls, their properties, and how they interact with the world. The book explained that every living being had a soul, which was the source of their emotions and powers. He read about the different soul traits, like determination, bravery, kindness, and more. Each soul had unique abilities tied to its trait, and understanding one's soul was key to using its powers.

Alex found a section on soul transformations and read with great interest. It talked about how extreme emotions, like fear or desperation, could trigger changes in the soul's power. 

The next book he opened was about magic. specifically soul magic

"Soul Magic for Dummies"

Using Soul Magic in Combat

Soul magic is a fundamental aspect of magical combat, allowing practitioners to channel their energy and focus attacks directly at their opponent's soul. The techniques and methods described here will help you understand and master the art of soul-targeted attacks.

Basics 

Channeling Energy: The first step in using soul magic is learning to channel your magical energy. Close your eyes, focus on your core, and imagine drawing power from deep within yourself. Feel the energy flow through your body and concentrate it in your hands.

Forming Projectiles: With your energy channeled, you can begin to form magical projectiles. Visualize the shape and size of the attack you want to create. Common forms include orbs, arrows, and beams of light. Practice creating these shapes until you can do so effortlessly.

Aiming and Releasing: Directing your attacks towards your opponent's soul requires precision and intent. Focus on your target, visualizing their soul as a glowing heart. With a clear image in mind, release your projectile, guiding it with your willpower to strike true.

Advanced Techniques:

Patterned Attacks: Instead of single projectiles, you can create a series of attacks that follow a specific pattern. This can overwhelm your opponent and make it harder for them to dodge. Practice creating sequences of attacks that move in waves, spirals, or other complex patterns.

Environmental Manipulation: Advanced soul magic users can alter the environment within the combat area to create additional hazards. This might involve creating barriers, altering the ground to be harmful, or summoning other magical entities to aid in your attack.

Combining Magic Types: Mixing soul magic with other forms of magic can create powerful and unpredictable attacks. Experiment with combining elemental magic, such as fire or ice, with your soul-targeted projectiles to enhance their effect.

Practical Exercise:

Channel your energy.Visualize your opponent's soul.Direct the attack.Practice different attack patterns.

Alex flipped through the pages, absorbing the detailed instructions and imagining how he could apply them in real situations. The book made it sound almost easy, but he knew it would take time. Nonetheless, he felt a surge of anticipation to learn and harness this powerful form of magic.

Feeling more knowledgeable but still hungry for more information, Alex continued to read, making notes and cross-referencing between books. He spent hours in the library, diving deep into the mysteries of souls and magic. Each new piece of information brought him closer to understanding his unique abilities.

Eventually, Alex closed the last book with a sense of fatigue. He now had a clearer idea of what he needed to do to control his powers. Armed with this newfound knowledge, he decided it was time to put what he had learned into practice.

He returned the books to their shelves and thanked the librarian once more before stepping out into the cold. The snowy streets of Snowdin felt less daunting now. He pulled his hood up to cover his face.

As he walked through the town, he kept an eye out for a quiet place where he could practice. The knowledge he had gained from the library gave him confidence. He knew it wouldn't be easy, but with patience , he was ready to unlock the full potential of his soul.

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