"An excellent inquiry, Magister!" Aldrick rises, the Magister tempted to draw his blade. "A Matrix refers to the application of Out-Threading down to zero (or near-zero) standoff, in which a Wave Binder binds a coherent Ψₒ lattice directly against their own body's boundary ∂Ω rather than projecting it outward into ambient space. In general, it is distributed Ψₒ anchor cells positioned over specific target tissue, each phase-locked to the same SU(2)ₜ reference and each individually protected by its own topological winding number W."
What the fuck are you even saying?
To Isaac from this point onwards.
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"In recent years, we have narrowed down 4 recommended Types that any Noësical capable organism can specialize into. Specifically, Σ-Types (Power) who focus solely on the muscles, π-Type (Precision) who solely focus on the mind, Δ-Type (Alternate) who focus on both by alternation, and finally, ζ-Types (All-Rounder). Those who can effectively sustain simultaneously."
A student raised his hand and asked.
"Professor, what does each Type of Matrix do?"
Zadial Ysarim…
Isaac recognized the questioning student as the third judge of the duel past.
It piqued his interest that a student, capable and recognized by the authoritative figures of EINA as a valid judge of combat, would be posing this question.
Unless…
The professor affirms him.
"A thoughtful question, Ysarim. Σ-Types are the physical titans among Noësical organisms. These Matrixes amplify the body directly and are categorized into three specialized subtypes: Strength, Speed, and Balance."
At that moment, Magister Silas Ren stepped forward, keen to provide a live demonstration.
Some students swear they heard Aldrick complain about the former cutting him off.
"I, personally, configured the Σ-Type: Balance Matrix," Silas says. "While I haven't yet mastered the ability to sustain TM subconsciously, I activate it deliberately during combat scenarios. As a Kynetic who wields a sword, I selected the Balance subtype because I require a functional harmony between raw strength and rapid movement, more than pinpoint precision. It even pairs well with my Extrapolated Manifold."
Then added with a warning.
"However, be aware: because I chose a balanced Type, I operate at approximately 20% less capacity in both strength and speed compared to someone who fully specializes in one subtype."
Professor Aldrick steps forward once more; it seemed that they were bickeringly taking turns.
"Next, I should explain the π-Types; it's mine after all," he begins. "These are the cerebral tacticians among Noësical organisms, masters of battlefield control and predictive strategy. Unlike the Σ-Types, which amplify the brawn, π-Types enhance the brain—specifically two regions: the Prefrontal Cortex and the Thalamus."
He gestures with two fingers, emphasizing the split.
"Like their physical counterparts, π-Types are divided into three specialized subtypes: Focus, Awareness, and Balance."
"It's relatively simple to distinguish their roles. The π-Type: Focus targets the Prefrontal Cortex, enabling rapid cognitive alterations in equations and enhancing Clause-Construction. Meanwhile, the π-Type: Awareness sharpens the Thalamus, vastly improving reactivity, spatial awareness, and instinctive counter Clause-Construction—ideal for danger anticipation, or as you have seen, processing travel at speeds that an Exobiotic Human usually cannot."
Ah… Assuming he was moving at Mach 12-20 in 0,7 seconds, the blink of an eye, while chucking books and pens towards students' laps. Ceteris Paribus, he would have approximately 3.5 milliseconds per student row, and there are 200 students present.
That's how he did it…
It's similar to me, Xuě Xīlián and Sephalyn's mental time dilation, I suppose.
He drew a breath before concluding, "The π-Type: Balance, as you might expect, aims to harness both mental domains in tandem, just as the Σ-Type: Balance does with strength and speed at the cost of absolute specialization, this time with an approximate decrease of 35% in efficiency."
Amusingly, an assistant who had just finished writing a report stepped forward to join the two lecturers, a knowing smile on both their faces as this young chap stepped forward. Most needed no introduction to this noble highness.
However, out of courtesy, he still provided one.
"Morning! I'm, as you know, Duke Alexander Valtor Scott. A.V. Scott is fine. And if I may add, these two Types—Σ and π—are by far the most common Matrixes among the student body here at Elenos. In fact, roughly 82% of all students fall under one of these categories. Me as well."
Professor Aldrick chuckles as Magister Silas Ren slaps his shoulder, urging him to move on. "Get a load of this guy! Well said, my dear assistant! You've been paying attention these past three years."
With a playful bow and a stifled giggle, the assistant retreats to the Centre Hall, clearly enjoying himself.
"Enjoy the First Semester! You guys and girls will NOT like Sem 2! Haha!"
Hoh… I thought this guy burned his rival's birth certificate and his dying father's will?
What a chill guy. I would love him as a brothe—
Hm? There are no royal/nobles who are educated alongside their family… I'm sure that some nobles matriculated in the shadows of their sisters/brothers.
What an interesting divergence from Old EAA.
It must be that with a more methodical society, individually specialized institutes other than EINA have popped up and are equally popular and reputable. Graham, for one. Perhaps EINA may be the most recognized; however, equally prestigious academies in their respective continents have popped up.
Then I ask… Why did the 3 royals end up in EINA?
Huh… How fascinating…
Isaac snapped out of his delusions.
"Yes, students," Magister Silas Ren affirms, nodding toward Duke A.V. Scott, "as you heard, the Σ-Types and π-Types make up the overwhelming majority. Most of you will find your κ Coherence values aligned with one or the other; we'll get into that later."
A murmur stirs the gathered students.
"But," a voice interjects, calm yet resonant.
"There are two more recommended Types, are there not?" Princess Anzhelika intervened, her tone highly poised.
Silas smiles. "Princess Knyagatyrsk. Indeed, two more Matrix Types have begun surfacing in recent years, emerging from the bleeding edge of our evolving Noësical neuroscience. They are rare and volatile, still under Blacklist Scrutiny. In fact," he says, sweeping a hand toward her with a slight bow, "one of our foremost research subjects stands before us."
Of course she had to bring it up… Smarter but still a show off…
"Princess Anzhelika, if you would indulge the class, could you explain your own registered Topological Matrix: the Δ-Type?"
"If I may do so," she replies coolly, rising with grace.
"Short and sweet," She steps forward, every eye magnetized to her presence before she begins. "But not too short."
"The Δ-Type is a compound Type, for Wave Binders of above a 0.75 in their κ value, that being our Thaumitonic coherence stability assessed during anchor-cell lattice tests. It is something that bridges the Σ-Type and π-Type Unlike Balance subtypes, which divide their resources passively and suffer efficiency loss; Δ-Type users switch between types based on situational needs. However, if one truly needs the best of 4 worlds, then there is the Δ-Type: Balance Alternate as well, extremely hard to form let alone master; it's something I wouldn't recommend."
She raises a hand as if balancing invisible scales.
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"I, for instance, am classified as a Δ-Type: π-Type Alternate. In everyday life, I alternate between amplifying my Prefrontal Cortex and my Thalamus depending on whether I need strategic foresight or heightened reflexes. This temporal separation of enhancement allows me to avoid the usual 35% drop in performance faced by standard Balance users because I'm never splitting my output."
Both professors chuckled at themselves.
"We've got something to learn from this new gen."
A student raises a hand, curious. "And what exactly sets the Δ-Type apart on a technical level?"
Anzhelika ponders for a second before her eyes flash with pride.
"Two live anchor sites: Σ across shoulders and spine, Ψ at the base of the skull. I let one lapse and re-lock Λ𝑠 at the other, just by controlling which site draws 𝜅∂. It comes down to how fast you can re-establish a stable boundary lock at the new site before decoherence occurs — that's the entire trick."
She folds her arms, expression unreadable.
"In essence, while Σ-Types and π-Types commit to one stream or split between both, Δ-Types adapt. And adaptation, as you know, is the truest form of survival."
All around the training ground, eyes widen, and murmurs ripple through the crowd; everyone looks genuinely impressed as they clap, seeing Anzhelika as a role model and hope to acquire a Topological Matrix like hers.
But of course.
"I credit all that I have said as but regurgitations of the accumulated wisdom and labour of the distinguished scientists of my homeland, whose contributions have laid the foundations for the accessibility of Topological Matrix information. Let it be our shared conviction that knowledge is a treasure cultivated and elevated for the benefit of all. May every kingdom and person—regardless of race or origin—be empowered to offer their talents toward the advancement of our collective works. To endure the legacy of the UKSR! Cheer everyone!"
The Tsesarevna, with the brightest smile on her face that contrasted her everyday indifference, lifted a closed fist partially outwards to the crowd. Who responded with equal fervour in their recognition of effort, both Professors as well.
It was something Isaac had to fake.
For Anzhelika Knyagatyrsk was staring at him, through sly eyes.
No need to delude myself. I'm an anomaly of physics; deduce through her final speech that the Kingdom of Knyagatyrsk places emphasis on the progression of magic more so than the underlying science as in Elenos.
Who would they want to study the most?
Well… Well… Well…
Poor girl tho… In New EAA, she seems to be the brightest and one of the three most brilliant girls here…. It's such a pity that… that beautiful smile of hers, one I remembered from childhood, will frown at the burning of her entire kingdom…
Should I stop it?
Absolutely not.
She has sufficient power to overcome the challenges. I mean, having the best of both worlds?
That's no small feat.
But there are still two more students amongst us.
And for one of them... a moment so glorious that his light triumphs; the rest will soon arrive.
One more Type of Mana Build… Hah… Topological Matrix left…
God's Symmetry Incarnate.
"Students! Settle down. We still have one last Matrix Type to cover. The most elusive one. One that we call the All-Rounder.
The ζ-Type."
Yes. Caelum's future Matrix.
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Hopefully mine too, ofc.