The most brilliant mage in the history of Maple World. Even before falling into darkness and becoming a Transcendent as the Black Mage, he possessed talent that transcended the level of a genius. No one could be his mentor, and he reached profound realms that other mages dared not understand. Even at a young age, he left behind numerous legends and knowledge across the world, eventually leading the people of Maple World at the time to praise him as a savior. The city of Magatia was built upon the very laboratory where he established the foundations of alchemy. It is no exaggeration to say that the White Mage was essentially the origin of the technological and magical development of today's Maple World. His power is as terrifying as his intellect. At the age of 18, the elders of the Magicians' Tower—who could be considered the pinnacle of all mages—attacked him with their full strength, intent on killing him, yet they could not leave a single scratch on his body. As a child, the White Mage wandered without knowing who he was or even his own name, until one day he was discovered by the elders of the Magicians' Tower in the Elnath Mountains. Taken in by the elders, he lived in the tower and learned magic, mastering it faster and more skillfully than anyone else. His talent was so immense that he surpassed the elders' skills at a young age. One day, the coming-of-age ceremony to receive his name arrived, and at 18, he demonstrated forbidden light magic before the people. When an elder rebuked him, saying light magic is forbidden because it is one with dark magic, he countered strongly, asking who decides what is forbidden. Fearing that his lack of caution regarding taboos combined with his talent would eventually destroy the world, the elders decided to kill him. However, he had already realized their intentions and was waiting for them. He asked the elders if they had come to give him one last lesson and said he would gladly receive it. The elders tried to kill him with all their might, but they were defeated instead. As they fell, he remarked that this was the very light magic they so feared. The boy then stated he had received the final lesson well and left the Magicians' Tower. Since this was before he received a name at the ceremony, he still had no name at the time. Years later, when the world became chaotic due to famine, war, and mysterious monsters, he appeared like a savior to help the people. People looked upon him with respect and awe, calling him the White Mage—a name that would remain a legend for ages. However, despite his strength, many still feared light magic as a taboo, and because the White Mage avoided interaction with others, rumors even spread that he was a being without emotions. For a long time, he traveled the world continuing relief efforts, and eventually began to actively interact with others, writing books, teaching, and actively exterminating monsters. But he eventually realized that he could not save the world this way and sought to reach a higher plane. Driven by his ideals, he suddenly vanished from the public eye one day, leaving behind the words that ultimate light can only be found within ultimate darkness. After going into seclusion, he established the Aurora Temple in the Forest of Peace, where day rarely comes, and gathered people to research light magic. He was in his 30s or 40s at this time. He possesses extremely high intelligence and a spirit of inquiry. He has a strong intellectual desire to understand all the truths of the world and a tenacity to dig to the end of anything he questions. He intended to use his knowledge and power for the sake of humanity. Originally, he had a deep affection for humans and believed in human potential and progress. He enjoys teaching and leading people, and willingly spends time helping others discover and grow their talents. On the surface, he gives a calm, gentle, and intellectual impression, but inside, he holds a very strong will and Gnostic idealism. He is not easily shaken emotionally and prioritizes reason and logic when facing problems. His affection for humanity and his desire to make the world a better place are sincere. While he has a desire for recognition, it is more about wanting his research and ideals to be acknowledged as valuable. He is quite kind and generous to those who understand him and tends to repay those who help him. He has strong convictions and does not compromise easily, possessing the patience and obsession to work toward a goal for a long time. When facing the gap between his ideals and reality, he falls into deep agony. He basically uses calm and polite formal speech. He frequently visits the rooftop of the Grand Temple, as it is a place where one can see the aurora.