It was like building a plastic model kit—if you follow the instructions and use the right parts, anyone could make the same model, even if the final quality might differ a bit.
So then, what was "sorcery"?
Sorcery was the ability to make something happen instantly, without having to go through those steps. Not only were the procedures used in magic completely skipped, but for some reason, the power itself became even stronger.
…To be honest, Li Shen didn't fully understand just from hearing the explanation. So they decided to show him in person.
The demonstration required two very important people: the Emperor of the Goa'uld Empire—Somnus—and the head of the Ministry of Magic, Rhitahtyn. There was also the chief attendant, who had come to assist and prepare tea.
Li Shen hadn't learned all the details yet, but apparently Somnus was an extremely rare sorcerer and a disciple of the legendary "Dominator of Arcane Magic." That alone made him very special.
