Ch. 81I, Matou Sakura, Third of the Flame-Chasers!
Key Plot Points and Events
- Sakura encounters Longo-Minyad, who is not a Kaguya but a god.
- Sakura's Twisted Magic Eye distorts space, and she considers using her power on this world.
- Merlin appears, using Flower Magecraft, which disgusts Sakura.
- Sakura kills Merlin's clone and decides to meet Tiamat, the Mother God.
- Sakura enters the Imaginary Space, where she finds Tiamat, the colossal mother goddess.
Character Developments
- Sakura: Shows her god-like power and disregard for life, expressing her desire to possess Tiamat.
- Longo-Minyad: Reveals her past and her new identity as a god, assisting Sakura.
- Merlin: Dies but not entirely, as it was just a clone. He expresses his fear and understanding of Sakura's power.
Significant Themes
- Power dynamics and the fear of the unknown.
- The consequences of power and the disregard for life when one possesses it.
- The cyclical nature of life and death, and the futility of hope in a hopeless world.
Character Interactions
- Sakura and Longo-Minyad: They work together, with Longo-Minyad following Sakura's orders.
- Sakura and Merlin: Sakura expresses her disgust towards Merlin and kills his clone.
- Sakura and Tiamat: Sakura desires to possess Tiamat, showing her craving for power and life.