Ep. 3: Izumi's Past Survival Challenge with Alchemist Silver Steiner Revealed

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At eighteen, Izumi sought apprenticeship under alchemist Silver Steiner, who tasked her with surviving a month on Briggs summit using only a knife. She initially fought fortress guards for supplies but faced starvation by day eight. This hardship drove her to master self-defense and wildlife survival, leading her to understand alchemy as the unity of all things. Upon returning after thirty days, she discovered her mentor was actually Gold Steiner, Silver’s brother and a combat specialist rather than an alchemist. Disappointed by the deception, Izumi defeated him and departed. The narrative concludes with a flashback depicting her exaggerated first encounter with Sig.