[ He takes the stick, carefully assessing the state of the enchantment. Very little power has been drained from it, despite the obvious power of the blast that was elicited from the staff.

Which seems to indicate that a more skilled wielder will be able to use his creations for longer, as well as getting more oomph from each use. He'll need to test more people to confirm that, naturally, but thus far things are looking very promising indeed.

And speaking of looking... He hands the stick back, nodding his head solemnly. ]

It should last through a considerable amount of use. Though only one as skilled in enchanting as I can perceive precisely how much power is left in the staff, you will be able to tell when the eenchantment is waning. Should it ever begin to feel empty, return to me for a replacement.

Now. You mentioned a halo?