I might be an all-powerful Caster, but my specialty isn't Eastern magecraft. There are distinct differences in the systems used in several regions, starting with how the elements are used. That said, I believe there's one magus who was successful in combining Western and Eastern practices, although I've no clue if he ever took on an apprentice.
[You bet he's heard of Clow. Not that he's currently aware of that guy's link to his student.
Merlin peers at Watanuki. Having to pay attention to a second language isn't something Merlin's considered: it's not a barrier that exists in dreams where he can taste a sleeper's intent, and were he to be summoned as a Servant (hah! As if he can ascend to the Throne) he'd be supplied with the necessary knowledge.]
Once you get a better grasp of using your own power, you're free to compose your own incantations in whatever language you choose. Unlike most magi in the present era, I think you can afford to be flexible in that regard.
[For several reasons. Watanuki, as far as he can tell, isn't limited by the technicalities of a typical magic crest. On top of that, a singularity does, in a way, represent possibility. Instead of being a human that has to find ways of reaching the Root, it can be said that, as a product and embodiment of magecraft, the way he can utilize mana is more direct.
...yes. He looks forward to seeing what his student can accomplish, if - or when - events fall into place that will permit the permanence of his existence in the world.]
if there's something here not in line with what you have planned for wata, lmk & i'll edit
[You bet he's heard of Clow. Not that he's currently aware of that guy's link to his student.
Merlin peers at Watanuki. Having to pay attention to a second language isn't something Merlin's considered: it's not a barrier that exists in dreams where he can taste a sleeper's intent, and were he to be summoned as a Servant (hah! As if he can ascend to the Throne) he'd be supplied with the necessary knowledge.]
Once you get a better grasp of using your own power, you're free to compose your own incantations in whatever language you choose. Unlike most magi in the present era, I think you can afford to be flexible in that regard.
[For several reasons. Watanuki, as far as he can tell, isn't limited by the technicalities of a typical magic crest. On top of that, a singularity does, in a way, represent possibility. Instead of being a human that has to find ways of reaching the Root, it can be said that, as a product and embodiment of magecraft, the way he can utilize mana is more direct.
...yes. He looks forward to seeing what his student can accomplish, if - or when - events fall into place that will permit the permanence of his existence in the world.]