The Return of the 8th Class Mage

As one of the most powerful mages in the Greenriver Empire, Ian Paige has spent years serving the crown with his extraordinary magical abilities. But when he finds himself caught in a web of court intrigue and betrayal, Ian makes a desperate gamble using forbidden time magic. Transported back thirty years into his younger self, Ian now has a second chance at life. Armed with the knowledge and experience of his future self, he begins his magical journey anew, determined to forge a different path. This time, he'll rise through the ranks of the elite mage orders while navigating the complex politics and dangers of a world where power comes at a steep price.