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Two Sides of the Same Coin

The discussion of the day was about the importance of maintaining a balance between rights and duties.

Vati, the Shape of Wisdom, reminded them:
“For a long time, we did not know that using magic consumed a little of the Aether each time, the precious life source of our planet.”

“Then it becomes a duty to restrict its use, doesn’t it?” said Faya, the Shape of Willpower.

“Until now, being free also meant having the right to use one’s magic, but understanding how the world works now brings responsibilities,” replied Vati.

“We have also only recently understood that the Five elements, even if different in form, are similar in essence,” continued Eklea, the Shape of Consciousness.

“Yes, and by combining and developing the five elements within us, we now know that it makes our StarDust shine!” added Kenko, the Shape of Health.

“And the brighter it shines, the more Aether it produces! Just as nature creates it passively, the Espers of our planet also have the means to play a role in its well-being.”

“Thanks to Atma, the Shape of Balance, it has become easier to understand that rights and duties are only two sides of the same coin. Important rights imply responsibilities in return.”

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