Эльминстер: рождение мага

This origin story adds depth to his character, but I'm curious whether the author drew from existing lore or crafted new elements for this version.

It made me wonder how the author managed to keep both aspects engaging without overshadowing each other. Was that a deliberate choice?

The progression felt natural but also layered, making me curious about whether this structure evolved during the writing process or was planned from the start.