Intelligence, Wisdom and Guidance, what do these three things have in common? One is not simply born with those attributes, they are acquired and nourished over time. Which means, aging is not merely a passage of time but a journey through experiences that shape the soul.

This passage of time allows for reflection, learning, and the accumulation of knowledge that is not possible in the span of a short life. Given his old age, Cosmic Mage Amir of the Mist is one of the few who has acquired and perfected those three skills.

Intelligence is the raw cognitive power to perceive, learn, and problem-solve. It is the fuel that powers the engine of curiosity and drives beings to explore the unknown, to experiment, and to innovate. Although Amir is known to be very intelligent, most would agree that his companion, a sapphire slime named Mercury, possesses higher cognitive abilities. Together, they have achieved many things like innovating the way magic and spells are taught in school. Relying more on real life experiences rather than books for teaching and learning.

Wisdom is the ability to turn lived experience into insight. It is more than the accumulation of knowledge; it is the application of understanding in a way that is insightful and beneficial not only to the self but to the wider community. In order to gain this insight, one needs to ponder upon his experiences and reflect on what can be learned from it. If one is open and curious about his experience, he should have no problem creating meaning out of experiences. Otherwise, those experiences will simply turn into meaningless memories.

Finally, guidance is the act of using one's wisdom and intelligence to lead, mentor, and illuminate the path for others. Amir uses his stellar staff to guide his personal journey, but also relies on it to help guide others through their own obstacles.

You can find Amir strolling around in the Runiverse, always eager and happy to provide guidance to anyone looking for it. However, do not expect quick-fix solutions for your problems, Amir only provides insight to help you reflect on your own personal journey. The decisions are yours to make.

How do you think Amir acquired all this wisdom in the first place? Through trials, mistakes, and experiences.

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