Chapter Summaries

Mel's Perspective

Mel watched from a distance as Klili was escorted out of the prison by four Hall of Fame experts. He was hidden by his [Invisibility] skill, but he could still sense the presence of other hidden experts nearby. He knew that if he got any closer, his magic power would be suppressed by the Holy Relic in the area, and his invisibility would be dispelled.
He had considered negotiating with the First Princess, but given her personality, he knew that would put him at a disadvantage. He had to find another way to rescue Klili.
As he watched, he noticed that there were more Hall of Fame experts than he had initially thought. He also sensed strange magic fluctuations, which made him uneasy. He wondered why the Church would go to such lengths to capture Klili.
Among the Church members, he saw a priest with very sharp facial features, looking like a numb, emotionless wooden sculpture. He remembered seeing this priest at the entrance of the Royal Academy before. He didn't know much about this priest, but he knew that he was someone he shouldn't underestimate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kiriri is accused of massacring the Lightless City and is on trial.
• Mel, her disciple, returns to save her, revealing he can use Blood Magic and has returned from hell.
• Mel faces off against multiple Hall of Fame level experts and the Church's Holy Relics, which restrict his magic use.
• Kiriri offers to use Mel's Painful Chant to help, but Mel refuses, fearing it will kill her.
• The Church uses buffs to strengthen their fighters, making it difficult for Mel to land attacks.

Character Developments

• Mel: Shows immense growth in power, using Blood Magic and demonstrating exceptional combat instincts. He also displays a strong desire to protect Kiriri.
• Kiriri: Admits to the massacre but shows no remorse, hinting at a hidden reason. She offers to help Mel but is refused.

Significant Themes

• The power of Blood Magic and its consequences.
• The Church's use of Holy Relics and buffs to control and manipulate situations.
• The dynamics between master and disciple, with Mel now capable of protecting Kiriri.

Character Interactions

• Mel and Kiriri: Their relationship deepens as Mel risks his life to save Kiriri, and Kiriri offers to help Mel despite the danger.
• Mel and the Hall of Fame experts: Mel faces off against multiple powerful enemies, showcasing his combat skills and determination.
• The Church and Mel: The Church uses its power and influence to restrict Mel's magic and strengthen its fighters, demonstrating their willingness to do whatever it takes to maintain control.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mel is surrounded and attacked by a large crowd, including Hall of Fame powerhouses.
• Mel uses a legendary skill, [Breath of Stealth], to evade attacks and escape.
• Kiriri uses a Super Tier Magic, [Supernova], to destroy the pursuing forces and buy time for their escape.
• Mel and Kiriri rendezvous at the manor outside the Imperial City.

Character Developments

• Mel understands the vulnerability of powerful bosses in group battles from a different perspective.
• Kiriri shows her strength and willingness to protect Mel, using a powerful magic spell.
• Mel demonstrates his trust in Kiriri, even after learning about her dark magic practice.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Understanding: Mel's trust in Kiriri despite her secret dark magic practice.
• Power Dynamics: The vulnerability of powerful individuals in group battles.
• Escape and Survival: Mel and Kiriri's struggle to evade capture and survive.

Character Interactions

• Mel and Kiriri: Their relationship deepens as they protect each other and share a moment of understanding.
• Mel and the Crowd/Hall of Fame Powerhouses: Mel's struggle against the overwhelming forces arrayed against him.
• Kiriri and the Pursuing Forces: Kiriri's defiance and destruction of the pursuing forces.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kiriri and Mel decide to escape Gard, heading south towards Exar.
• They travel through various nobles' territories, encountering no obstacles due to the Bernardo Family's connections.
• They learn that the political situation is unstable, with multiple princes vying for the throne, and they must travel slowly to avoid suspicion.
• They send a message to Meyeg, hoping she'll join them.
• Mel sends Punk and Big Build into town for supplies, with Punk wanting to try Paff Cake and Big Build looking for a partner.

Character Developments

• Kiriri sees Mel as a reliable and grown-up disciple.
• Mel shows responsibility and care for his companions, arranging for Punk and Big Build's needs.
• Punk and Big Build adapt to the outside world, with Punk enjoying sweets and Big Build seeking a partner.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation and Growth: Characters adapt to new circumstances and grow, both physically (like Kiriri and Mel) and mentally (Punk and Big Build).
• Power Dynamics and Connections: The Bernardo Family's influence and connections facilitate their journey, highlighting the importance of power and influence in this world.
• Uncertainty and Instability: The political instability and the uncertain fate of Prince Peka create an atmosphere of unpredictability.

Character Interactions

• Kiriri and Mel: Kiriri's pride in Mel's growth is evident, and they maintain a teacher-student relationship with a hint of familiarity.
• Mel and Punk/Big Build: Mel shows care and responsibility towards his companions, arranging for their needs and treating them fairly.
• Punk and Big Build: The two display camaraderie, with Punk being more outgoing and Big Build being shy but direct about his needs.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mel completes shopping with Punk and picks up Big Build from a brothel.
• The group rests and shares stories. Mel reveals he's perfected teleportation magic using magic minerals from hell.
• Kiriri shares the history of Lightless City (formerly Winterless City) and her past.
• Kiriri reveals that the city's inhabitants were transformed into Liches due to a demonic infection, and she was forced to eliminate them.
• Kiriri confesses that her master, the previous Pandram mage, was involved in the conspiracy and had to be killed by her.

Character Developments

• Mel shows curiosity and understanding as Kiriri shares her past.
• Kiriri displays emotional vulnerability and grief while recalling the Lightless City incident, showing her humanity despite her powerful status.
• Mel demonstrates empathy and support towards Kiriri, showing growth in their relationship.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of power and corruption, as seen through the actions of the previous Pandram mage and the Church's involvement.
• The burden of responsibility and the difficult decisions leaders must make, exemplified by Kiriri's actions in Lightless City.
• The importance of trust and loyalty, highlighted by Kiriri's betrayal by her master and comrades.

Character Interactions

• Mel, Liberia, and Little White show support and understanding towards Kiriri as she shares her past.
• Kiriri opens up to Mel and Little White, showing trust and vulnerability.
• Mel and Kiriri bond over their shared experiences and understanding of the darker aspects of the world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Clili recalls her past and the reason behind her actions.
• Mel and Clili discuss the Demon King, the Sacred Sword, and its connection to Akai.
• Mel and his group encounter a village being pillaged by soldiers; Mel intervenes and orders the soldiers' deaths.
• The village is saved, but the aftermath of the violence is stark.

Character Developments

• Clili: She reflects on her past and her motivations for protecting Pandram Mage's reputation.
• Mel: He struggles with his identity as a vampire and his promise not to threaten humanity. He shows mercy to the villagers but orders the soldiers' deaths, demonstrating his growing ruthlessness.

Significant Themes

• Power and Responsibility: Mel grapples with the consequences of his actions and the power he wields.
• Violence and Tyranny: The chapter explores the cycle of violence and the need for resistance against tyranny.
• Identity: Mel questions his identity as a vampire and his place in the world.

Character Interactions

• Mel and Clili: They share a conversation about the Demon King and the Sacred Sword, revealing their differing perspectives.
• Mel and the Soldiers: Mel's interaction with the soldiers highlights his growing ruthlessness and his struggle with his identity.
• Mel and the Villagers: Mel's intervention saves the villagers, but the aftermath of the violence brings them face-to-face with the reality of their situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mel, after witnessing the suffering of villagers, decides to take action against the oppressive noble class.
• He asks Kiriri for support and receives it.
• Mel executes the local lord and decides to establish a teleportation array for future use.
• Mel clarifies his principles to Claire and gains her unconditional support.
• Mel and Freli Bernardo discuss the future country's structure, with Mel envisioning a president elected by the people.

Character Developments

• Mel: Realizes his purpose in this world, decides to fight against the noble class, and becomes more determined and clear about his goals.
• Claire: Supports Mel unconditionally, showing bravery and commitment to their shared cause.
• Kiriri: Stands by Mel's decision, demonstrating her trust and support for her disciple.
• Freli Bernardo: Agrees to support Mel, showing his shrewd understanding of the changing political landscape.

Significant Themes

• Oppression and Resistance: Mel's decision to fight against the noble class highlights the theme of resistance against oppression.
• Purpose and Destiny: Mel grapples with his purpose in this world and ultimately decides to make a difference.
• Power and Change: The struggle against the noble class explores the dynamics of power and the potential for societal change.

Character Interactions

• Mel and Kiriri: Their master-disciple relationship deepens as Kiriri supports Mel's decision.
• Mel and Claire: Their bond strengthens as Claire embraces Mel's cause, showing unwavering support.
• Mel and Freli Bernardo: They discuss the future structure of society, with Freli showing understanding and support for Mel's vision.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Mel and his party arrive in Hess City, seeking refuge on Bernardo Family territory.
• Gard Empire issues a full-scale wanted notice for Kiriri and Mel, disrupting Bernardo Merchant Guild's businesses.
• Establishing a stable teleportation array becomes a priority to communicate with the cursed land.
• Mel decides to travel to the Kingdom of Kren to receive the inheritance of an underground laboratory under the Eastern Desert Ruins.

Character Developments

• Mel struggles with his feelings for Claire and Liberia, conflicted about implementing the monogamous system while having relationships with two people.
• Mel remains determined to bring down the nobles and the Emperor, driven by the plight of the common people he witnessed.
• Kiriri and Guweiste decline to accompany Mel on his journey due to personal matters.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between Mel's personal desires and his moral compass.
• The power dynamics and corruption of the nobility and the Empire.
• The importance of technology and strategic planning in Mel's long-term goals.

Character Interactions

• Mel interacts with Claire and Liberia, showing intimacy but avoiding commitment due to his internal conflict.
• Mel discusses his plans with Freli, who expresses concern about Mel's future and his relationships.
• Mel consults with Kiriri and Guweiste about his journey, but they both decline to join him due to personal reasons.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mel and Claire prepare to travel to Exar via steamship, passing through straits controlled by different factions.
• Mel suspects the mixed-race settlement's connection to the Demon King's plans.
• Mel worries about potential attacks from the Demon King's Army during their journey.

Character Developments

• Mel shows concern for his companions' safety and strategic thinking.
• Claire demonstrates her knowledge of politics and trade.
• Little White Bird shows curiosity and eagerness to learn.

Significant Themes

• The impact of technology (steamships) on travel and trade.
• The political landscape and power dynamics between human factions and the Demon King's Army.
• Mel's suspicions about the mixed-race settlement and the Demon King's true intentions.

Character Interactions

• Mel and Claire discuss their travel plans and potential risks.
• Mel shares his telescope with Little White Bird, showing a caring and patient side.
• Mel and Claire discuss the political situation and the Demon King's Army.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Demon King seeks the legendary witch exiled to the deep sea by the golden pillar, accompanied by his trusted subordinates.
• They find a candidate for the Greed General, an Archmage from the Church, tempted by eternal life.
• The Demon King's ship encounters Kraken, the legendary sea creature, who is subdued by the Demon King's innate suppressive power.
• The Demon King and the Succubus Queen descend into the ten-thousand-meter-deep trench on Kraken's tentacle.

Character Developments

• The Demon King: Shows his power over legendary creatures like Kraken, demonstrating his absolute authority and determination to find the witch.
• Kraken: Initially hostile, Kraken submits to the Demon King's power and becomes his vessel to the deep sea.

Significant Themes

• Power and Suppression: The Demon King's power is absolute, allowing him to subdue even legendary creatures like Kraken.
• Desire and Temptation: The Archmage from the Church joins the demon race out of greed for eternal life, highlighting the theme of temptation and desire.

Character Interactions

• The Demon King and his subordinates: The Demon King discusses his plans with his subordinates, showing his confidence in his decisions and their loyalty to him.
• The Demon King and Kraken: Kraken's initial hostility turns to submission upon encountering the Demon King, demonstrating the power dynamic between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Demon King, Succubus Queen, and Kraken descend into a deep, fiery trench in the sea.
• They find the golden pillar containing the Primal Witch, now covered in sulfides and microbial communities.
• Kraken retrieves the pillar, and they return to the surface. The Demon King orders the Succubus Queen to clean the pillar.
• The Primal Witch is revealed, still alive but unresponsive. The Demon King uses a name, "Carlos," to awaken her, unleashing a massive surge of magic power.

Character Developments

• The Demon King demonstrates his confidence and control over powerful magical entities.
• The Succubus Queen shows her loyalty and obedience to the Demon King's commands.
• The Primal Witch, after being awakened, displays her immense magical power and jealousy over Carlos's death.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of extreme magic concentration.
• The consequences of long-term imprisonment and the struggle between life and death.
• Jealousy and its destructive potential.

Character Interactions

• The Demon King and the Succubus Queen work together to retrieve and awaken the Primal Witch.
• The Primal Witch's awakening is triggered by the Demon King using Carlos's name, revealing her deep emotional connection to him.
• The Succubus Queen and the Slime King assist the Demon King in controlling the Primal Witch's immense magical power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Primal Witch, sealed by Carlos, is released by the Demon King.
• The Demon King seeks the Primal Witch's help to launch a worldwide war.
• The Primal Witch agrees to help, driven by her desire to find Carlos and the Apostles who wronged her.
• The Demon King appoints the Primal Witch as one of his Eight Generals, [Envy].

Character Developments

• The Primal Witch: Struggles with her emotions, particularly envy and sadness, stemming from Carlos's abandonment and her inability to understand human emotions.
• The Demon King: Shows strategic thinking and a willingness to communicate with powerful beings to gain knowledge and power.

Significant Themes

• Emotions and their consequences: The Primal Witch's envy leads to destruction, while the Demon King's lack of emotions makes him sensitive to others' feelings but unable to empathize.
• Power dynamics: Characters use their power to manipulate or influence others, as seen in the Demon King's release of the Primal Witch and her subsequent agreement to help him.
• The past's influence on the present: The Primal Witch's actions are driven by her past experiences with Carlos and the Apostles.

Character Interactions

• The Primal Witch and the Demon King: Their conversation reveals their respective motivations and power dynamics. The Demon King seeks the Primal Witch's help, while she agrees to help him find Carlos and the Apostles.
• The Primal Witch and Carlos: Their past relationship drives the Primal Witch's actions. She seeks revenge on those who wronged her and wants to find Carlos, who accepted her despite her monstrous nature.
• The Primal Witch and the Apostles: The Primal Witch harbors deep-seated hatred towards the Apostles, particularly the Sword Apostle and the Blood Demon, who she believes betrayed her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Demon King learns about the stripping of emotions from the demon race and the existence of a dead dragon that could serve him.
• The Demon King plans to revive the dead dragon to use as a powerful ally.
• Mel, unaware of these developments, arrives at the Kingdom of Kren, finding the road north sealed off by Orc warriors.
• Mel reflects on his experiences and considers various theories about his situation, including reincarnation, Carlos' return, and the possibility of the system taking over his body.

Character Developments

• The Demon King becomes more proactive and strategic, planning to revive a dead dragon to bolster his forces.
• Mel grows more introspective and determined, deciding to cause 'big trouble' and investigate the truth about Carlos and his own situation.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the pursuit of power.
• The consequences of stripping emotions from a race.
• The struggle between good and evil, and the difficulty in distinguishing between the two.
• The importance of investigation and understanding one's situation.

Character Interactions

• The Demon King interacts with the Primal Witch, learning about the dead dragon.
• Mel interacts with his companions, discussing their plans to return to the cursed land.
• Mel observes the Orc warriors and their general, noting the country's tolerance for Orcs and the significance of armor as a status symbol.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mel, Liberia, and Claire are stopped at a Kingdom of Kren blockade due to Mel's wanted status.
• The demon sealed in the northern mines has merged with a Giant, making it extraordinarily powerful.
• Mel reveals he's there to meet his friend, Kain Eugene, the current Hero.
• Kain arrives, and Mel explains his situation to him, including the Empire's civil war and his plans to overthrow the nobles and Emperor.

Character Developments

• Mel: Shows calm and confidence in the face of the blockade, revealing his desire to establish a commoner-led world.
• Kain: Struggles with the conflict between his innate nature and his acquired Hero identity, showing internal conflict but no clear stance yet.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and corruption within the Empire and its nobility.
• The struggle between personal beliefs and societal expectations (Kain's internal conflict).
• Friendship and loyalty, as Mel seeks Kain's support for his plans.

Character Interactions

• Mel and Kain: Old friends who haven't seen each other in a while, with Mel seeking Kain's support and Kain struggling with his loyalty to the Empire.
• Mel and the Tiger-race female general: Polite and cautious interaction, with the general trying to understand Mel's intentions and maintain peace.
• Liberia and Claire: Support Mel from a distance, amused by the prospect of Mel and Kain sparring again.

1. Key Plot Points and Events

• Mel, now Level 20, far surpasses his peers, including Kain.
• Mel easily defeats Kain in a spar, demonstrating his immense strength.
• Mel, Liberia, and Claire venture into the desert, encountering a moving underground Research Institute.
• The Institute greets Mel as "Your Majesty Carlos," but Mel denies the title.
• Mel's goal is to resupply ammunition and repair the teleportation array in the Institute.
• In the God Realm, the Eight Pillar Gods convene to discuss the recent activity of the Red Dragon.

2. Character Developments

• Mel's strength continues to grow, placing him far above his peers.
• Kain acknowledges Mel's superiority and decides not to fight him.
• Claire and Liberia are fascinated by the advanced magical technologies in the Institute.

3. Significant Themes

• The vast gap in strength between Mel and his peers.
• The advanced magical technologies and their potential.
• The mysterious connection between Mel and the Institute, and the title "Your Majesty Carlos."

4. Character Interactions

• Mel and Kain's spar highlights Mel's dominance.
• Mel, Liberia, and Claire explore the Institute together, with Mel explaining its technologies.
• The Eight Pillar Gods discuss the Red Dragon's activity, hinting at potential divine intervention.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mel celebrates his 21st birthday in the desert.
• He successfully creates two temporary teleportation spells.
• The curse at Kren mine is lifted, but the Hero Squad is unhappy due to heavy sacrifices.
• Mel learns that the Hero Squad lacks a powerful mage.
• Mel suggests his roommate Luke, a genius in magic, to Kain.
• They go to a tavern to relax, and Mel overhears someone mentioning 'Anke'.
• Mel follows the person to a local gang's territory and finds a man named Anke, who resembles his old master but is not him.

Character Developments

• Mel continues to grow in power, creating new spells.
• Kain feels the pressure of leading the Hero Squad and seeks relaxation.
• Mel's determination to find his missing friend, Chocolate, intensifies.

Significant Themes

• The search for identity and belonging (Mel's quest to find Chocolate and his master).
• The burden of leadership and responsibility (Kain's struggle with the Hero Squad).
• The consequences of one's actions (the heavy sacrifices made by the Hero Squad).

Character Interactions

• Mel interacts with Kain, offering suggestions for the Hero Squad and sharing a drink.
• Mel, Claire, and Liberia work together to find the person mentioning Anke.
• Mel confronts the man claiming to be Anke, feeling danger and a desire to escape.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mel learns about an Apostle who can steal people's identities.
• A man claims his identity was stolen by the Apostle, who replaced him as Anke.
• The man reveals that the Apostle first appeared in Gard's village and stole his identity later.
• Mel suspects that Anke, with whom he's been associating, is the real Apostle.
• Mel, Kain, and the girls decide to stay in the Kingdom of Kren and re-issue a bounty for Chocolate, offering 50,000 Oren for information leading to his location.

Character Developments

• Mel becomes more suspicious of Anke and decides to investigate further.
• The man whose identity was stolen reveals his fear and desperation, showing that Apostles are powerful and terrifying.
• Kain, Claire, and the little white fluff use their unique perspectives (Hero, magic geniuses) to analyze the situation but find no conclusive evidence.

Significant Themes

• The power and fear of Apostles.
• The consequences of identity theft and memory loss.
• The difficulty of finding someone who has lost their memory and may be in hiding.

Character Interactions

• Mel interacts with the man who claims his identity was stolen, trying to verify his story.
• Mel, Kain, and the girls discuss their next steps and decide to stay in the Kingdom of Kren to find Chocolate.
• Mel and the others visit various guilds in the city to post the bounty for Chocolate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mel puts out a bounty for information on Chocolate, believing he might be in the Kingdom of Kren.
• Time passes to March of the Imperial Calendar year 215, with the curse in the north sealed and the war with demons in the south intensifying.
• Mel receives information that Chocolate might be working as a bouncer in an underground casino. He travels there with Liberia and Claire.

Character Developments

• Mel remains determined to find Chocolate and crush the nobles of this world.
• Chocolate, now known as "Big Fatty," has improved his physical condition and is working as a bouncer, unaware of his past.
• Liberia and Claire discuss their feelings for Mel and consider taking the initiative in their relationship with him.

Significant Themes

• The theme of equality and slavery in the Kingdom of Kren is explored, with the country treating everyone equally once captured, regardless of status or race.
• The power dynamics of the world are shown through the ongoing war with demons and the presence of powerful beings like Mel and Chocolate.

Character Interactions

• Mel interacts with the tiger-human female general from the Kingdom of Kren, discussing the possibility of joining her ranks and finding Chocolate.
• Liberia and Claire discuss their feelings for Mel and consider taking the initiative in their relationship with him.
• Mel encounters Chocolate in the underground casino, with Chocolate unaware of Mel's identity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mel finds Chocolate, his old friend, now working as a gang boss with amnesia.
• Chocolate doesn't recognize Mel and is wary of him.
• Mel meets with the casino boss, who is initially panicked but later accepts Mel's offer to take care of Chocolate.
• Mel pays his informant with Magic Stones instead of Oren.
• Mel decides to return to Exar and prepare for teleportation, or go to the front lines to gain experience.

Character Developments

• Chocolate has lost his memory and now works for a casino boss, showing loyalty to him.
• Mel demonstrates his politeness and respect, even towards those of lower social status, such as the casino boss.
• Mel is concerned about his reputation and its impact on his future plans.

Significant Themes

• Friendship: Despite Chocolate's amnesia, Mel remains committed to their friendship, even offering to take care of him.
• Reputation: Mel is conscious of his reputation and its influence on his future actions and public support.
• Power Dynamics: The interactions between Mel, Chocolate, and the casino boss highlight the power dynamics between a powerful mage, a gang boss, and a casino owner.

Character Interactions

• Mel and Chocolate: Despite Chocolate's amnesia, Mel treats him with kindness and respect, trying to rekindle their friendship.
• Mel and the Casino Boss: Mel shows politeness and respect to the casino boss, treating him with courtesy despite their social differences.
• Mel and Claire/Liberia: Mel discusses his plans with Claire and Liberia, showing trust in their opinions and knowledge.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mel, along with two companions, arrives near the front lines of the Demon King's Army in the Kingdom of Kren.
• Mel decides to investigate the battlefield alone, setting up a teleportation array for a quick escape.
• He encounters a colossal Rhino Man Apostle, resembling the legendary "Moving Mountains" from mythological stories.
• The Rhino Man attacks Mel, mistaking him for a remnant of Carlos, an old enemy.

Character Developments

• Mel demonstrates his caution and strategic thinking by setting up a teleportation array before investigating.
• The Rhino Man Apostle is revealed to be an immortal being with immense strength and a long-standing grudge against Carlos.

Significant Themes

• The theme of immortality and its consequences is explored through the Rhino Man Apostle, who has lived long enough to hold a grudge against Carlos.
• The theme of misunderstandings leading to conflict is shown when the Rhino Man attacks Mel due to mistaken identity.

Character Interactions

• Mel interacts with his companions before setting out to investigate, showing a level of trust and coordination.
• Mel's encounter with the Rhino Man Apostle highlights his ability to assess a situation quickly and adapt his strategy accordingly, trying to talk his way out of the conflict before deciding to flee.