Ch. 41Great Blood
Key Plot Points and Events
- A monstrous, flesh-and-blood creature, created by an Alchemy Master of the Blood Lust Lineage using 'Great Blood' from a black dragon, consumes a sea of blood and corpses, growing in size and transforming into a dragon-like form.
- Moria, a knight of the Holy Temple, uses a powerful Divine Art to incinerate the Flesh-and-Blood Dragon, revealing the gnome Zotes, who had been swallowed by the monster.
- Zotes attempts to use the 'Great Blood' to make a final stand but is stopped by Nasha, a Wild Mage. Moria approaches Zotes for a final confrontation.
Character Developments
- Moria: Proves himself to be a formidable opponent, easily defeating the Stage Three Flesh-and-Blood Creation with a single move. He shows no signs of fatigue despite using multiple Divine Arts.
- Zotes: Loses his lower body and right arm in the battle. His mental state deteriorates as his plans fail, leading to a breakdown.
- Nasha: Demonstrates her quick thinking and reflexes by snatching the 'Great Blood' from Zotes before he can use it.
Significant Themes
- Power and Weakness: Moria's strength contrasts with Zotes' desperation and eventual defeat, highlighting the theme of power dynamics.
- Desperation and Breakdown: Zotes' mental state reflects the theme of desperation leading to a breakdown when faced with overwhelming odds.
Character Interactions
- Moria and Zotes: Their interaction is one of impending doom, with Moria approaching Zotes for the final confrontation after Zotes' last hope is taken away.
- Nasha and Zotes: Nasha's quick action in snatching the 'Great Blood' from Zotes demonstrates her cunning and reflexes, contributing to Zotes' downfall.