It was Bethiv who answered. "While that would be possible, you should know the burden it takes projecting spells over such vast distances. It would be a poor strategy to waste their mana that way. High-level beings are assets not to be used lightly, and should be conserved for when they are needed. It's not only respectful of their strength, but practical in conflict."
I looked between Bethiv and Aerion, my shoulders hunching slightly. Though gentle in their admonishment, their reasoning made perfect sense. High-level mages, especially, were vulnerable while casting high-level spells. Even Life's Grace, the seventh-level life spell I'd cast on the Last Light Company, had drained a considerable amount of my mana. It had only taken a few seconds to cast, but that might as well be an eternity in a battle.
