Ch. 1401Mutation
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Holy City's Knight Orders are preparing for a Great Expedition, with Olivia Christian, a Saintess and Priest, leading the Mobile Sanctuary.
- The Holy Knight Order, led by Olivia, faces an attack by a Mask Artisan, De Shurei, who controls humans with masks, turning them into explosive weapons.
- The battle becomes intense, with heavy casualties, and the Sanctuary's support barriers are destroyed.
- Olivia senses a 'Breath of Taboo' and decides to join the fight, leaving the 'Forbidden Dogma' area.
- Reinhard Scarlet, the 'Spear of the Holy Emperor,' battles De Shurei, but the Mask Artisan's masks regenerate, making it difficult to defeat.
- De Shurei attempts to escape, but a robot appears, executes him with a dark matter laser, and purges him from the Mythical System.
Character Developments
- Olivia Christian: Shows concern for her people's safety and decides to join the battle despite the risk, demonstrating her courage and leadership.
- Reinhard Scarlet: Proves his strength as a Mythical Body, fighting De Shurei alongside another Mythical Commander but struggles to defeat him.
- De Shurei: Reveals his cowardice and willingness to bargain for his life when faced with death.
Significant Themes
- Power and Responsibility: Olivia's decision to join the battle highlights the responsibility that comes with power.
- Sacrifice: The heavy casualties among the Holy Knights emphasize the sacrifices made in the name of protection and duty.
- Adaptability: The Mask Artisan's ability to control and transform humans, as well as his escape attempt, showcases the need for adaptability in battle.
Character Interactions
- Olivia and Yates Victoria: Olivia's gentle yet firm demeanor convinces Yates to accompany her to the battle, showing their mutual respect and trust.
- Reinhard Scarlet and De Shurei: Their intense battle highlights their strength and determination, with Reinhard struggling to defeat the adaptable Mask Artisan.
- The Robot and De Shurei: The robot's sudden appearance and execution of De Shurei reveal an unknown force at play, hinting at potential future developments.