Carlisle Ash, the sole survivor of the wiped-out Termination Mage clan, is betrayed by his best friend Noah and fiancée Vera, who ruin his magic circuits. Awakening unique Termination Magic that dismantles all spells, he seeks justice. He defeats the pair and their powerful mother Serene in the academy arena, but the school dean Darian—Noah’s secret father—murders Carlisle’s beloved mentor. Saved by Aelia from the noble Winter House, Carlisle joins the Arcane Sanctum to uncover the clan massacre’s truth. He overcomes schemes by Noah and corrupt steward Aldus, slays his foes one by one, and learns a mighty Apocalypse Chief intends to wed Aelia. A mysterious voice from the void calls him, hinting deeper secrets await his next journey
