Istredd doesn't expect Mat to try his level of ability, that is why he started him out small with just making a box rather than an entire shield. He is glad to see though that Mat sees it and decides to try again for himself. He waits patiently and sees him use that lucky coin, which is interesting, but it's actually very smart. Having a focal point can be helpful.
"Good, you're getting there."
He is willing the air into his hands and it is thickening, which is very solid for a few attempt, and he watches approvingly. He doesn't know what throws him off but he can sense a shift so without hesitation he creates a shield around the area Mat's spell went off in case it went out of control instead of simply dying. It's easy for him to contain anything, which means that Mat can be assured that even if it had gone very wrong, Istredd would be able to help. Having backup can be freeing.
"That was excellent, Mat! You're a quick learner." Positive reinforcement can go a long way. "That's why we start with the box. You'll be able to expand and expand the more comfortable you get until it feels more like an extension of your body."
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"Good, you're getting there."
He is willing the air into his hands and it is thickening, which is very solid for a few attempt, and he watches approvingly. He doesn't know what throws him off but he can sense a shift so without hesitation he creates a shield around the area Mat's spell went off in case it went out of control instead of simply dying. It's easy for him to contain anything, which means that Mat can be assured that even if it had gone very wrong, Istredd would be able to help. Having backup can be freeing.
"That was excellent, Mat! You're a quick learner." Positive reinforcement can go a long way. "That's why we start with the box. You'll be able to expand and expand the more comfortable you get until it feels more like an extension of your body."