From Overshadowed to Overpowered: Second Reincarnation of a Talentless Sage summary: The great sage Ephthal was reborn in a new world and spent his entire life studying magic, hoping to reach its peak. Despite his efforts, he recognized the limitations of his abilities and eventually succumbed to despair, bringing an end to his existence. Yet, four centuries later, Ephthal was reincarnated a second time and utilized his sorcery and understanding of magic to enroll in a prestigious magic academy. With disdain for the declining state of magic over the last 400 years, he easily conjured legendary spells, asserting his dominance over the world with his awe-inspiring power.