Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu, a Divine Being, seeks advice from his teacher, Tian Wen, about using his ten billion Divine Power.
• Tian Wen suggests purchasing a Divine Artifact, which are weapons meant for gods.
• The Elephant Lord, Xiang Meng, finds Han Wu to befriend him instead of seeking revenge for his lost Retinue.
• Xiang Meng offers to help Han Wu get into Imperial Capital Academy as a preparatory student.
• Han Wu and Tian Wen visit the Treasure Pavilion to find a suitable Divine Artifact for Han Wu.

Character Developments

• Han Wu: Shows maturity and wisdom beyond his age, demonstrating his potential and attracting Xiang Meng's attention.
• Xiang Meng (Elephant Lord): Reveals himself to be benevolent and strategic, seeking friendship with Han Wu for mutual benefit.
• Tian Wen: Proves to be a wise and experienced teacher, guiding Han Wu through the process of choosing a Divine Artifact.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and Alliance: Xiang Meng's pursuit of friendship with Han Wu highlights the importance of alliances in the path to godhood.
• Potential and Growth: Han Wu's potential is recognized by Xiang Meng, emphasizing the significance of one's capabilities in this world.
• Resource Allocation: The decision to use Divine Power for a Divine Artifact or for developing the Divine Realm underscores the importance of resource management.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu and Xiang Meng: Their interaction evolves from potential enemies to friends, with Xiang Meng offering help and guidance to Han Wu.
• Han Wu and Tian Wen: The teacher-student relationship is evident, with Tian Wen providing advice and support to Han Wu.
• Tian Wen and Xiang Meng: Although they don't interact directly, Xiang Meng's offer to help Han Wu is accepted by Tian Wen, indicating trust in Xiang Meng's intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu visits Master Tony's shop with his teacher, Tian Wen.
• Han Wu purchases a two-star Divine Artifact, Gourd Pot, for 600 million Divine Power.
• Master Tony offers Han Wu a special Divine Artifact, Greedy Wolf, from a lost civilization for 1 billion Divine Power.
• Han Wu buys Greedy Wolf for 400 million Divine Power after negotiating the price.

Character Developments

• Han Wu: Shows interest in the unique abilities of Greedy Wolf and is willing to invest in its potential despite its flaws.
• Tian Wen: Stands up for Han Wu and tries to protect him from being taken advantage of by Master Tony.
• Master Tony: Initially indifferent, he becomes more respectful and friendly towards Han Wu after the sale. He values his craftsmanship and is open to negotiations.

Significant Themes

• The value and power of Divine Artifacts.
• The importance of friendship and mutual respect in business transactions.
• The potential of overlooked or seemingly flawed items.

Character Interactions

• Tian Wen and Master Tony: Their long-standing friendship is tested as they argue over the quality and pricing of the Divine Artifacts.
• Han Wu and Master Tony: Han Wu admires Master Tony's craftsmanship and is willing to support him, leading to a successful negotiation and sale.
• Han Wu and Tian Wen: Tian Wen acts as a mentor and protector, guiding Han Wu through the purchasing process and ensuring he doesn't make a poor decision.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu enters the Divine Realm using a Divine Realm landing pod.
• He successfully master-binds three Divine Artifacts: Star-Zero Divine Artifact (Eye of Detection), two-star Divine Artifact (Gourd Pot), and Greedy Wolf.
• The Gourd Pot refines one hundred thousand Elite Lifeform Locusts, and the Greedy Wolf requests to eat Divine Artifacts or Energy Crystals.
• Han Wu decomposes Level 2 Holy Relics, obtaining 428 pieces of Source of Holy Relics, and uses 28 pieces to repair the Law of Gluttony, causing it to upgrade to a Level 3 Holy Relic.
• The upgraded Law of Gluttony allows Locusts to evolve into Extraordinary Lifeforms with sufficient food.
• The Divine Realm Core overloads due to the Law of Gluttony, and Han Wu removes the Poison Mist Orb, causing it to shatter.
• A new building, the Bloody Arena, appears in the Divine Realm, allowing retinues to compete and evolve.

Character Developments

• Han Wu demonstrates his knowledge and skill in master-binding Divine Artifacts and managing his Divine Realm.
• The Greedy Wolf Divine Artifact evolves into a small wolf cub and exhibits a desire to consume Divine Artifacts or Energy Crystals.
• The little Skeleton in the Skeleton Race evolves and unlocks the ability to summon Skeleton Knights.

Significant Themes

• Evolution and Growth: Han Wu's Divine Realm and its inhabitants evolve and grow stronger, with Locusts poised to become Extraordinary Lifeforms and the potential for Heroic Lifeforms in the Bloody Arena.
• Resource Management: Han Wu manages resources, such as Divine Power, Source of Holy Relics, and Energy Crystals, to facilitate growth and evolution in his Divine Realm.
• Adaptation and Problem-Solving: Han Wu faces challenges like the Divine Realm Core overload and the Poison Mist Orb shattering, requiring him to adapt and find solutions.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu interacts with his Divine Artifacts, particularly the Greedy Wolf, and his retinues, such as the Locust Retinue and the little Skeleton.
• Han Wu's Divine Realm Core interacts with the loaded Holy Relics, leading to upgrades and overload issues.
• The Bloody Arena's appearance offers a new interaction space for Han Wu's retinues to compete and evolve.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu's Divine Realm population surges to 14 billion Locusts, with a high proportion of Extraordinary Lifeforms.
• Han Wu performs a Life Sacrifice, sacrificing 13 billion Locusts for rewards.
• He chooses the Level 2 Holy Relic: Enlightenment Stone, which transforms 1 million Locusts into a new species, Locust People.
• Han Wu sells Extraordinary Lifeform Skeleton Knights to Xu Sun's family in exchange for Divine Realm Core Fragments to upgrade his Divine Realm Core.
• Han Wu is called out of class by his Homeroom Teacher, Tian Wen, likely for the Kyoto Academy recruitment test.

Character Developments

• Han Wu: Becomes more strategic in his Divine Realm management, prioritizing long-term gains over immediate power. Shows interest in upgrading his Divine Realm Core.
• Xu Sun: Shows initiative in helping Han Wu and establishing a good relationship, demonstrating his ambition and adaptability.

Significant Themes

• The value of patience and long-term planning in cultivation and resource management.
• The importance of adaptability and seizing opportunities in relationships and business deals.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu and Xu Sun: They engage in a mutually beneficial transaction, with Han Wu selling Skeleton Knights and Xu Sun's family providing Divine Realm Core Fragments and Extraordinary Lifeform corpses.
• Han Wu and Tian Wen: Tian Wen informs Han Wu about the Kyoto Academy recruitment test and calls him out of class for it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu follows Tian Wen to Kyoto Academy's admissions office.
• Han Wu attempts the internal recommendation trial for admission, targeting Duolong City, a vast civilization with a complex rank and profession system.
• The trial's objective is to kill at least one Hero guarding Duolong City.
• Han Wu prepares by exchanging Class Points for Holy Relics, enhancing his Divine Realm Core and Core Kin.
• Han Wu and his Retinue are teleported to the outskirts of Duolong City and detected as Demons.
• Han Wu gains a Demon Interface displaying his and his Retinue's information.

Character Developments

• Han Wu demonstrates strategic thinking and resourcefulness in preparing for the trial.
• Han Wu's Core Kin undergo enhancements, increasing their capabilities.

Significant Themes

• The power of preparation and strategic planning.
• The importance of understanding one's environment and opponents.
• The concept of levels and ranks in this civilization.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu interacts with the Kyoto Academy admissions teacher, who is initially surprised but later dismissive of Han Wu's chances.
• Han Wu communicates with his Core Kin, demonstrating his role as their leader and strategist.
• Han Wu's Locust People report to him, showing their loyalty and respect for his leadership.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Thorn and his party (Fire Mage, Rage Fist Master, Water Sage) encounter a swarm of locust demons.
• They fight and kill over a thousand locusts, but the swarm doesn't decrease.
• Thorn decides to retreat, but a third-turn locust demon (Locust Person) blocks their path.
• Thorn is overpowered and captured, along with his party members.
• Han Wu, the invader, appears and interrogates Thorn about his appearance and the badges they wear.
• Han Wu kills the other three party members and lets Thorn go, but later kills Thorn to prevent information leakage.

Character Developments

• Thorn Evans: A professional adventurer and Dragon Blood Warrior (second turn), Thorn shows courage and concern for his teammates but is ultimately powerless against the third-turn locust demon. He survives the encounter but is later killed by Han Wu.
• Han Wu: The invader, Han Wu appears human but is perceived as a large locust by the natives. He is strategic, ruthless, and determined to gather information about the civilization before invading.

Significant Themes

• Power Imbalance: The vast difference in power between Thorn's party and the locust demons, and between Han Wu and Thorn, highlights the theme of power imbalance and its consequences.
• Information and Survival: The importance of information in survival and strategy is emphasized, as Han Wu's primary goal is to gather information about the civilization before invading.

Character Interactions

• Thorn and his party: They work together to fight the locust demons but are ultimately no match for the third-turn locust demon. Thorn tries to buy time for his teammates to escape but is captured.
• Thorn and Han Wu: Han Wu interrogates Thorn, killing his party members to intimidate him into cooperating. Thorn answers Han Wu's questions to save his life but is later killed by Han Wu to prevent information leakage.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu acquires Professional Fragments from dead Professionals and learns about the Adventurer's Guild's ranking system.
• He realizes his Locust army's weakness and decides to recruit stronger Demons to boost his high-end combat power.
• Han Wu conquers a Goblin tribe, discovering that their chief obtained a profession from Professional Fragments, giving him the idea to do the same with his Locust People.
• Over three days, Han Wu collects Professional Fragments and creates basic professions, granting one to a Locust Person, increasing its level cap and gaining new talents and skills.
• Han Wu learns about a mysterious cave emitting strong pressure from his Locust scouts.

Character Developments

• Han Wu demonstrates strategic thinking, adaptability, and ambition as he seeks to strengthen his forces and break through level 100.
• The Goblin Chief showcases a unique path to gaining professions, inspiring Han Wu's idea for his Locust People.

Significant Themes

• The power of professions and their potential to enhance strength and abilities.
• The importance of strategic planning and adaptability in warfare.
• The struggle for resources and information in a competitive environment.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu interacts with his Locust army, giving orders and receiving reports.
• Han Wu confronts and defeats the Goblin Chief, learning about the power of professions from him.
• Han Wu's Locust scouts interact with him, reporting their findings about the mysterious cave.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu, accompanied by Locusts, discovers a small cave leading to a vast stone cave containing a sealed black dragon, Black Dragon Elphis.
• Han Wu examines Elphis using the Eye of Detection, revealing Elphis' sealed status and partial information.
• Elphis attempts to attack Han Wu with dark energy blasts, but Han Wu evades and returns, unharmed.
• Han Wu tries to communicate with Elphis, offering help, but Elphis remains hostile.
• Han Wu uses the Steel Slasher Greatsword to inflict a wound on Elphis, then threatens Elphis with a dagger.

Character Developments

• Han Wu demonstrates strategic thinking, patience, and courage in facing Elphis.
• Elphis, despite being sealed, maintains its pride and aggression, revealing its rebellious nature.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Elphis' power is evident, yet it's helpless against Han Wu's strategic approach.
• Communication and understanding: Han Wu's attempts to communicate and understand Elphis highlight the importance of dialogue.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu and Elphis: Initially hostile, their interaction shifts towards a power struggle, with Han Wu trying to establish dominance.
• Han Wu and his Locusts: Han Wu leads and protects his Locusts, showing responsibility and care.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu, seeking to kill a Hero from Duolong City, finds the sealed Black Dragon Elphis.
• Han Wu offers to break the Black Dragon's chains if it agrees to serve him for a hundred years.
• Han Wu uses his Divine Artifact, Greedy Wolf, to break one of the Black Dragon's chains.
• The Black Dragon agrees to serve Han Wu after he drafts a contract using 100,000 Divine Power.
• Han Wu frees the Black Dragon, and it recovers its strength, causing demons within a hundred miles to kneel and tremble.
• The Black Dragon's escape alerts the Heroes in Duolong City, leading to a plan to eliminate it.

Character Developments

• Han Wu: Proves himself cunning and resourceful, using the Black Dragon's desperation for freedom to his advantage. He demonstrates his power and willingness to negotiate, but also his ruthlessness in threatening the Black Dragon.
• Black Dragon Elphis: Initially proud and rebellious, it becomes subservient to Han Wu after being freed. Its draconic dignity is severely insulted by the contract, but its hunger for freedom and power overcomes its pride.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The relationship between Han Wu and the Black Dragon illustrates the power dynamics between a stronger and a weaker entity, with the stronger one exploiting the weaker one's desperation.
• Contracts and trust: The contract between Han Wu and the Black Dragon represents a formal agreement that binds both parties, highlighting the importance of trust and the consequences of breaking it.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu and Black Dragon Elphis: Their interaction is one of negotiation and manipulation, with Han Wu using the Black Dragon's desperation to secure its servitude, and the Black Dragon ultimately agreeing to the contract out of hunger for freedom and power.
• Heroes in Duolong City: The Heroes' interaction shows their differing opinions on how to deal with the Black Dragon's escape, with Dragon Slayer overestimating his own strength and underestimating the Black Dragon's power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Dragon's escape from its seal attracts demon monsters, who form an alliance under Han Wu's leadership and the Black Dragon's pressure.
• Han Wu establishes a demon monster alliance, promising to help them break through racial strength bottlenecks using Energy Crystals in exchange for hunting adventurers.
• Han Wu uses the alliance to amass resources, improving his retinue's strength and his own, ultimately achieving the third transfer of his Dragon Blood Warrior profession.

Character Developments

• Han Wu: Becomes the leader of the demon monster alliance, leveraging the Black Dragon's power. He improves his strength and skills, ultimately achieving the third transfer of his profession.
• Black Dragon Elphis: Initially disinterested in demon monsters, it joins Han Wu's alliance for the sake of obtaining more Dark Crystals. It aids Han Wu in achieving the third transfer of his profession.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The relationship between Han Wu, the Black Dragon, and the demon monsters is driven by power dynamics, with each party seeking to gain or maintain control.
• Alliances and Cooperation: The chapter explores the formation and benefits of alliances, both among demon monsters and between Han Wu and the Black Dragon.
• Strength and Growth: The characters' desire for strength and growth is a driving force behind their actions, leading to improvements in their abilities and professions.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu and the Black Dragon: Han Wu manipulates the Black Dragon into working with him, using the promise of Dark Crystals and the threat of other demon monsters. The Black Dragon, in turn, helps Han Wu achieve the third transfer of his profession.
• Han Wu and the Demon Monsters: Han Wu uses the demon monsters' desire for strength and revenge against adventurers to form an alliance, promising to help them break through their racial strength bottlenecks using Energy Crystals.
• Han Wu and his Retinue: Han Wu uses the resources obtained from the demon monster alliance to improve his retinue's strength, ultimately benefiting his own growth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Adventurer's Guild locates the Black Dragon, and the Hero Dragon Slayer and Wind Walker set out to confront it.
• The Dragon Slayer and Wind Walker engage the Black Dragon and Han Wu respectively within a Storm Barrier.
• The Black Dragon is defeated and taken away by the Dragon Slayer for a dragon-slaying ceremony.
• Han Wu's Locust Retinue breaks the Storm Barrier, and the locusts sacrifice themselves to kill the Wind Walker.
• Han Wu refuses to return through the open teleportation channel, stating he has unfinished business.

Character Developments

• Han Wu demonstrates his power and influence over his Locust Retinue, willing to sacrifice them to achieve his goals.
• The Wind Walker shows confidence in his abilities but underestimates the locusts' collective power, leading to his demise.
• The Dragon Slayer exhibits immense strength and strategic planning, successfully defeating the Black Dragon.

Significant Themes

• The power of unity and collective sacrifice (locusts vs. Wind Walker).
• The importance of strategic planning and adaptability (Dragon Slayer).
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponents (Wind Walker).

Character Interactions

• The Dragon Slayer and Wind Walker work together, with the latter providing support and protection for the former.
• Han Wu and the Wind Walker engage in a fierce battle, with Han Wu ultimately emerging victorious due to his Locust Retinue's intervention.
• The Dragon Slayer and Han Wu do not interact directly in this chapter, but their actions indirectly affect each other (Dragon Slayer takes the Black Dragon, Han Wu refuses to return, implying he'll pursue the Dragon Slayer).

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu decides to rescue the captured black dragon, his contracted partner, despite the overwhelming odds.
• He requests and receives permission to deploy his entire Divine Realm Retinue to aid him.
• Han Wu's Retinue, now at Heroic Lifeform levels, descends into Duolong City.
• Han Wu attempts to rally the Monster Alliance but faces refusal and betrayal, leading to his decision to annihilate those tribes.
• The demon army, led by Han Wu, attacks Duolong City, clashing with the adventurers and Heroes defending it.
• The battle reaches a stalemate, prompting Han Wu to deploy his ultimate trump card, the Bone Giant.

Character Developments

• Han Wu demonstrates his loyalty and determination to save his contracted partner, the black dragon.
• Han Wu shows strategic thinking and decisiveness in dealing with the Monster Alliance's betrayal.
• The black dragon shows recognition and hope upon seeing Han Wu's arrival.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and friendship between Han Wu and the black dragon.
• Betrayal and consequences, as seen in the Monster Alliance's actions.
• Power dynamics and strategic decision-making in war.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu and the admissions teacher from Kyoto Academy: The teacher admires Han Wu's boldness and agrees to his request, showing goodwill.
• Han Wu and the Monster Alliance: Han Wu's attempts to rally the alliance fail, leading to a clash of interests and betrayal.
• Han Wu and the Heroes of Duolong City: The Heroes defend the city against Han Wu's demon army, leading to a fierce battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Demons breach Duolong City, breaking its historical defense.
• The four Heroes (Extreme Martial Saint, Rose Saintess, Ember Dwarf, Ice Fire Swordsman, and Dragon Slayer) engage Han Wu and his retinue.
• Han Wu attempts to free the captive Black Dragon, Elphis, while his retinue (Minotaur Shaman, Bone Giant, Little Skeleton, and Locust People) battle the Heroes.
• The Black Dragon gifts Han Wu its title, "The Great Rebel," boosting his level to 149 and granting him a new profession, "Rebel," and a talent, "Rebellion."

Character Developments

• Han Wu demonstrates strategic thinking and concern for his allies.
• The Black Dragon, Elphis, shows gratitude and willingness to help Han Wu.
• The Little Skeleton displays resilience and tenacity in battle.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the consequences of power imbalance ( Heroes vs. Demons).
• Alliance and support among allies (Han Wu's retinue).
• Gratitude and reciprocity (Black Dragon's gift to Han Wu).

Character Interactions

• Han Wu and the Black Dragon: A bond forms between them, with the Black Dragon showing appreciation for Han Wu's help.
• Han Wu and his retinue: They fight together against the Heroes, showing unity and support.
• The Heroes: They work together to combat Han Wu's forces, demonstrating teamwork and understanding of each other's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu's followers defeat the five heroes of Duolong City, leading to the city's fall.
• Little Skeleton summons a Blood Skeleton from the Dragon Slayer's corpse.
• Han Wu's Demonic Beast army loots Duolong City, gathering equipment, Professional Fragments, and treasures.
• Han Wu requests and builds a stable portal to his Divine Realm in Duolong City.
• Han Wu leaves Duolong City in the hands of his followers and returns to the Divine Realm.

Character Developments

• Han Wu demonstrates strategic thinking and decisiveness in managing the aftermath of Duolong City's fall and building the stable portal.
• Little Skeleton shows initiative and cunning in summoning the Blood Skeleton and volunteering to pursue fleeing heroes.
• The Demonic Beast army exhibits increased morale and ferocity after their victory.

Significant Themes

• The benefits and risks of establishing a stable portal between civilizations.
• The importance of strategic planning and resource management in warfare and conquest.
• The power dynamics between different races and civilizations.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu and the Kyoto Academy recruitment teacher discuss the stable portal's construction and its potential risks and benefits.
• Han Wu leaves Duolong City's defense to Little Skeleton, demonstrating trust in his follower's capabilities.
• The Demonic Beast army interacts with Han Wu, showing loyalty and enthusiasm for their new city and leader.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu returns to the main world and checks his updated information panel.
• He learns about the 'Rebellion' talent but cannot view its effects yet.
• Kyoto Academy's admissions teacher informs Han Wu about the conditions to become a Reserve student.
• Han Wu realizes he needs to fulfill one more condition and asks his Homeroom Teacher, Tian Wen, for help, but to no avail.
• Han Wu returns to his divine realm and assesses his gains from the test.
• He decides to cultivate his retinue and uses Life Sacrifice for seven days, but does not obtain divinity.
• Han Wu remembers Yuan Zhong, his old customer, and asks to borrow divinity or divine power.
• Yuan Zhong sends Han Wu a ticket to Shenhe Ruins instead of lending him anything.

Character Developments

• Han Wu becomes more determined to enter Kyoto Academy as a Reserve student.
• He grows frustrated with his lack of divinity and starts to regret trading away his Divinity Card.
• Han Wu begins to understand the value of divinity and divine power.

Significant Themes

• The importance of divinity and divine power in the cultivation world.
• The challenges and obstacles Han Wu faces in his journey.
• The value of patience and persistence in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu interacts with the admissions teacher and his Homeroom Teacher, Tian Wen, regarding the conditions for becoming a Reserve student at Kyoto Academy.
• Han Wu contacts Yuan Zhong, his old customer, to borrow divinity or divine power, but Yuan Zhong sends him a ticket to Shenhe Ruins instead.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu learns about the Shenhe Ruins, the Shenhe Civilization, and Gene Stones.
• He decides to establish an artificial Mutated Beast Livestock Farm using the Decomposition Machine.
• Han Wu arrives at a town near the Shenhe Ruins and meets a guide who offers his services.
• He visits a mine owner, Mr. Hei, to purchase Radiation Ore.

Character Developments

• Han Wu demonstrates his cautious and meticulous nature, wanting to test the quality of the Radiation Ore before purchasing.
• The guide and Mr. Hei show their business acumen, trying to make a profit while providing services.

Significant Themes

• Risk and Caution: Han Wu is aware of the risks involved in dealing with Radiation Ore and takes precautions to avoid mistakes like the God King's.
• Business and Trust: The guide and Mr. Hei emphasize the importance of trust in their business dealings.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu interacts with the guide and Mr. Hei, trying to assess their honesty and reliability.
• The guide and Mr. Hei interact with Han Wu, trying to gain his trust and make a profit.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu purchases Radiation Ore samples of varying purities and returns to the Divine Realm to use the Decomposition Machine, obtaining Radiation Crystals.
• He tests a Radiation Crystal on a Level 1 Mutated Beast, causing it to mutate to Level 3 and produce a Gene Stone before exploding.
• Han Wu recovers the Gene Stone and encounters Demigod Zhang Gang, who demands the Gene Stone and the Radiation Crystal piece.

Character Developments

• Han Wu demonstrates strategic thinking and caution in his experiments with Radiation Crystals and Gene Stones.
• Demigod Zhang Gang shows aggression and greed, ordering an attack on Han Wu.

Significant Themes

• Risk and Caution: Radiation and mutations carry significant risks, as seen in the explosion of the mutated wolf.
• Power and Greed: Demigod Zhang Gang's desire for the Gene Stone and Radiation Crystal piece highlights the corrupting influence of power and greed.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu encounters Demigod Zhang Gang, leading to a tense confrontation.
• Han Wu tests a Radiation Crystal on a Mutated Beast, observing its rapid mutation and eventual explosion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu, now stronger, tries to summon his Divine Realm Retinue but fails, realizing he needs to be a Demigod first.
• He fights the Wolf Rider legion, transforming into a Black Dragon and defeating many riders.
• Zhang Gang uses a Divine Art to ground Han Wu, and the chase continues.
• Han Wu enters the dangerous Shenhe Ruins, encountering various mutated beasts.
• He gets lost, finds a river with mutated fish, and discovers a building from the Shenhe Civilization.
• He decides to rest in the building but hides when he sees black-robed figures performing a ritual.

Character Developments

• Han Wu: Shows growth in strength and adaptability, learns to use his Power of Profession effectively, and demonstrates resourcefulness in handling unexpected situations.
• Zhang Gang: Displayed cunning and determination in pursuing Han Wu, using his Wolf Rider legion and Divine Arts strategically.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation and survival in a harsh, mutated environment.
• The consequences of radiation and human abandonment.
• The allure of ancient civilizations and their potential dangers.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu vs. Wolf Rider Legion: Han Wu demonstrates his strength and agility, while Zhang Gang uses his Divine Arts and strategic planning to counter Han Wu's abilities.
• Han Wu and the mutated beasts: Han Wu shows caution and resourcefulness in dealing with the mutated beasts, using Radiation Crystals to his advantage.
• Han Wu and the black-robed figures: Han Wu hides and observes the figures, indicating his wariness of unknown threats.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Black-robed figures, led by a God King, perform a ritual to unseal the Shenhe Civilization's Source of Mutation project.
• The seal breaks, and a mechanical voice announces the unsealing.
• An alarm sounds, and a Level 6 Mutated Beast, Gomora, is released.
• The Source of Mutation entity, trapped within the seal, takes control and challenges the black-robed figures to a game: create a mutated beast to defeat Gomora using 10,000 units of high-purity Radiation Ore.
• Han Wu, an outsider, is also dragged into the challenge.

Character Developments

• The black-robed figures, initially confident, become desperate and helpless as their attempts to create a powerful mutated beast fail.
• Han Wu, initially hoping to escape, is forced to participate but makes steady progress in creating a strong mutated beast.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of meddling with ancient, powerful technologies.
• The struggle for control and survival in the face of an overwhelming force.
• The randomness and unpredictability of genetic mutation.

Character Interactions

• The black-robed figures initially work together but become isolated and competitive as they try to outdo each other in creating a powerful mutated beast.
• Han Wu interacts minimally with the black-robed figures, focusing on his own task.
• The Source of Mutation entity taunts and manipulates the black-robed figures and Han Wu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Wu obtains 10,000 units of high-purity Radiation Ore and uses it to create 6,000 Radiation Crystals.
• He feeds these crystals to 100 million Extraordinary Lifeform Locusts to induce mutations.
• After several rounds of feeding and culling, Han Wu successfully creates 1,000 Level 3 Mutated Beasts and discovers a special locust with super strong recovery ability.
• Over three months, Han Wu enhances this locust through repeated radiation and mutation, creating a Level 6 Mutated Beast.
• The locust battles and defeats Gomora, another Level 6 Mutated Beast, but dies immediately after.

Character Developments

• Han Wu: He demonstrates his scientific prowess and dedication in enhancing the locust, showing his determination and resourcefulness. However, his methods are extreme and risky, leading to the locust's short lifespan.
• The Locust: It starts as a small, ordinary locust and transforms into a powerful, 20-meter-long Level 6 Mutated Beast. It shows resilience, adaptability, and ultimately, self-sacrifice in its battle against Gomora.

Significant Themes

• Mutation and Evolution: The chapter explores the potential and risks of induced mutation and evolution, with the locust's transformation serving as a prime example.
• Sacrifice: Both the locust and the five black-robed individuals sacrifice themselves for their respective causes, highlighting the theme of selfless sacrifice for a greater goal.
• Power and Lifespan: The chapter explores the inverse relationship between power and lifespan, with the locust's enhanced strength coming at the cost of its life.

Character Interactions

• Han Wu and the Locust: Han Wu acts as the locust's creator and guide, feeding it Radiation Crystals and encouraging it to fight Gomora. The locust, in turn, fulfills Han Wu's expectations by defeating Gomora.
• The Locust and Gomora: The two Level 6 Mutated Beasts engage in a brutal, 18-hour battle, showcasing their power and resilience. Their interaction highlights the theme of survival of the fittest.
• The Source of Mutation and Han Wu: The Source of Mutation watches the locust's battle with interest and eventually takes over Han Wu's body, marking a shift in their relationship.