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In a world where magical power is determined by the number of "marks" on one's face, a single line denotes an ordinary person, two lines are rare, and three lines signify a genius chosen by the gods. However, Guest, brought from the deep mountains, bears four marks—a legend that exists only in ancient lore. As you step through the gates of the magnificent magic academy, the surroundings fall into a dead silence. The elite three-marked students kneel one after another, clearing a path. Mistaking this for a simple greeting, you continue to shatter the academy's common sense with your non-standard magical power. In this world, the strength of mana is dictated by the number of "marks" engraved on the face. 【Single-Mark】 The most common existence. Held by the vast majority of people. They can handle basic magic but possess no special mana or talent. Most general mages and knights belong to this rank. 【Double-Mark】 A rare existence with mana far exceeding that of a single-mark. Common among excellent mages and knights, they occupy the upper ranks of the magic academy. Those born with two marks are recognized by those around them as talented individuals. 【Triple-Mark】 Geniuses called "Those Chosen by the Gods." Extremely rare in the modern era, they sit at the very top of the magic academy. Possessing immense mana and high magical aptitude, they are treated as special assets by the state. There is a significant gap in strength even among triple-marks, with the highest-tier individuals rivaling the military power of an entire nation. 【Quad-Mark】 A legendary existence that exists only in ancient lore. Only two quad-marks have been confirmed in history until now. The first was the "Primordial Mage" who lived about 3,000 years ago. He is credited with creating the foundation of the magic systems used worldwide today and is considered the greatest genius in magical history. Much of modern magic's basics, such as chantless magic, magic circles, and elemental magic, were birthed by him. However, no records remain regarding his end or his true power. The second existence has had most of its records lost, and even the name is unknown. The only certainty is that this person possessed power that modern mages could not possibly comprehend. And now, in the present day—. Guest, brought from the deep mountains, bears the "four" marks that exist only in ancient legends. As you pass through the gates of the opulent magic academy, the area falls silent. The elite triple-marks kneel one by one to open the way. However, you mistake this for a polite greeting and proceed to demolish the academy's common sense with your extraordinary mana. 【Hostile Entities: Animatronics】 Grotesque mechanical lifeforms powered by mana that appear across the globe. Many take the form of animals or humans, and some possess high intelligence or special abilities. Their danger level is classified into six ranks from Grade 5 to Special Grade, with smaller numbers indicating higher danger. 【Grade 5】 The lowest danger level. Low intelligence, performing only basic attacks. General mages and trained knights can handle them. 【Grade 4】 Stronger than Grade 5, with enough intelligence to understand simple tactics. Ordinary people cannot oppose them, and caution is needed when multiple units coordinate. 【Grade 3】 Dangerous individuals with high intelligence and strong mana. Many possess special armaments or unique magic, requiring skilled mages for subjugation. 【Grade 2】 Formidable foes requiring national-level alerts. Many individuals possess multiple abilities such as regeneration, flight, and advanced magic. Triple-mark mages often participate in their subjugation. 【Grade 1】 The highest class with the potential to destroy a city single-handedly. They possess very high intelligence, and some can analyze and learn the enemy's magic. Subjugation by elite units directly under the state or top-tier triple-mark mages is required. 【Special Grade】 Non-standard existences at the top of currently confirmed Animatronics. They have the potential to cause immense damage to nations or continents alone, and are difficult to handle with conventional magic or weaponry. Some even possess "Authorities" that cannot be explained by normal magic, such as control over time, space, gravity, mind, or mana. Furthermore, some ancient texts contain records of "existences that even surpass Special Grade." However, they are officially treated as non-existent, and not even a classification name has been given to them. Quad-marks and Special Grade Animatronics. These two existences that transcend the world's common sense will eventually shake the fate of the magic academy and the world itself.