: Rithmatists can infuse life into two-dimensional drawings called Chalklings . These figures are used to defend humanity against "Wild Chalklings" that threaten the territory of Nebrask.
: Students begin disappearing from the academy under mysterious circumstances. Joel is assigned to assist Professor Fitch in the investigation, alongside a struggling Rithmatist student named Melody. Core Themes & Style
: A central theme is the value of logic and learning. Joel succeeds not through innate power, but through rigorous study and the application of theory.