Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Great Mountain Lord audiobook has been released on Ximalaya, with 20 episodes available.
• The audiobook features a skilled narrator and a cast of voice actors, each portraying unique voices for different characters.

Character Developments

• No significant character developments are mentioned in this chapter as it primarily focuses on the audiobook release.

Significant Themes

• The theme of accessibility and inclusivity is highlighted, as the audiobook format allows for a different way to engage with the story.

Character Interactions

• No character interactions are mentioned in this chapter, as it is focused on the audiobook release rather than the story's plot.

Brief Reference

• The Great Mountain Lord audiobook is released on Ximalaya, featuring a skilled narrator and a cast of voice actors. It has 20 episodes and can be found by searching "Great Mountain Lord Adamantine Bones" on the Ximalaya homepage.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Dali meets Wanwan and Xue Qing, a player, at his residence in the Tang State's capital.
• Wanwan reveals she created Xue Qing as a furnace cauldron to aid Jiang Dali's cultivation.
• Jiang Dali learns that the Tang State's Supreme Emperor, Li Yuan, wants the Twin Dragons killed to avenge his son and secure Li Shimin's throne.
• Jiang Dali decides to handle the Twin Dragons' fate personally.

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali: Shows understanding of political intrigue and Li Shimin's intentions. He decides to handle the Twin Dragons' fate himself, indicating his growing involvement in the Tang State's politics.
• Wanwan: Reveals her care for the Twin Dragons, especially Xu Ziling, despite her willingness to kill them for Jiang Dali. Her love for Xu Ziling in the past still affects her present actions.
• Xue Qing: Remains obedient and eager to assist Jiang Dali, showing no signs of resistance to her role as a furnace cauldron.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and political intrigue within the Tang State.
• The consequences of one's actions and the unintended effects they can have on others (e.g., the Twin Dragons' involvement in the Xuanwu Gate Incident leading to Li Yuan's desire for their death).
• The complex emotions and relationships between characters, such as Wanwan's lingering feelings for Xu Ziling.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali and Wanwan: Their interaction shows a growing understanding and acceptance of each other's actions, with Wanwan displaying a mix of care and willingness to act for Jiang Dali, while Jiang Dali appreciates her efforts but maintains his own decisions.
• Jiang Dali and Xue Qing: Their interaction is minimal, but Xue Qing's obedience and eagerness to assist Jiang Dali indicate her acceptance of her role as a furnace cauldron.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Dali visits Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling at night, finding them ready to die.
• Wanwan attempts to kill the Twin Dragons but is stopped by Jiang Dali.
• Jiang Dali reveals he wants them to die within the imperial palace, not on the ferry.
• Wanwan insists on killing the Twin Dragons herself, viewing it as a demonic tribulation.
• Jiang Dali leaves, allowing the situation to unfold as per the ancient texts.

Character Developments

• Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling accept their fate, embracing death with smiles.
• Wanwan faces a demonic tribulation, viewing Xu Ziling as an obstacle to overcome.
• Jiang Dali shows leniency but maintains his goals, not acting personally to kill the Twin Dragons.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and its consequences.
• The inescapable fate from the ancient texts.
• The struggle between personal desires and the greater good.

Character Interactions

• Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling display their deep brotherhood, ready to die together.
• Wanwan's obsession with Xu Ziling causes her to defy Jiang Dali's wishes.
• Jiang Dali shows understanding of Wanwan's state but maintains his plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Jianghu Forum undergoes maintenance, temporarily preventing new players from posting or commenting.
• Jiang Dali suspects the Four Great Clans of limiting 'Black Wind Stronghold's reach but dismisses the thought due to lack of evidence.
• Jiang Dali decides to use his opportunity to deduce and upgrade a martial art's quality on his "Great Strength Divine Skill."

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali remains calm and composed despite the forum maintenance, showing his mental preparedness and adaptability.
• He demonstrates his strategic thinking by choosing to upgrade his "Great Strength Divine Skill" first due to its potential and stability.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Four Great Clans and 'Black Wind Stronghold' are explored, highlighting the political intrigue in the Comprehensive Martial World.
• The importance of martial arts foundation and enlightenment in upgrading martial arts quality is emphasized.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali interacts with the Jianghu Forum and the Four Great Clans' thread, showing his awareness of the political landscape.
• He also interacts with his own martial arts, demonstrating his dedication to improving his skills.
• In the Tang State, the Twin Dragons (Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling) interact with the Yin Empress Wanwan and the player Xue Qing, leading to their deaths at the players' hands, albeit without reward.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author failed to meet the previous month's ticket goal, resulting in a loss of 100,000.
• The chapter begins a new month, with the author requesting guaranteed monthly support from readers.
• The author introduces a new incentive: monthly tickets for extra updates.

Character Development

• The author's financial struggles continue, reflecting their determination and resilience in the face of setbacks.
• No significant personal growth is depicted in this chapter, as it primarily focuses on the author's professional challenges.

Significant Themes

• Financial Struggles: The author's ongoing monetary issues highlight the theme of financial instability and the challenges of maintaining a living through creative work.
• Reader Support: The author's reliance on reader support emphasizes the importance of audience engagement and the symbiotic relationship between creators and their fans.

Character Interactions

• The author directly addresses their readers, appealing to their loyalty and support.
• There are no interactions with other characters in this chapter, as it is primarily a monologue by the author.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Twin Dragons, Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling, miraculously revive after having their throats slit.
• They realize that Jiang Dali's palm strike protected their heart meridians, allowing them to heal and come back to life.
• They decide to live freely and return to their simple lives after paying respects to their respective mentors.

Character Developments

• The Twin Dragons: They gain a newfound appreciation for Jiang Dali's actions and decide to live their lives on their own terms.
• Wanwan: She accepts the Twin Dragons' fate and focuses on her own path.
• Jiang Dali: He demonstrates his immense power and reflects on the limitations of human strength compared to the forces of heaven and earth.

Significant Themes

• The cyclical nature of life and death, as represented by the tides and the Twin Dragons' revival.
• The power of nature and the universe, as seen in Jiang Dali's reflection on human strength compared to heavenly forces.

Character Interactions

• The Twin Dragons: They share a strong bond, supporting each other through their revival and decision to live freely.
• Wanwan and the Twin Dragons: Wanwan accepts their fate, allowing them to move on from their past relationship.
• Jiang Dali and the Twin Dragons: Although not directly interacting, Jiang Dali's actions significantly impact the Twin Dragons' lives, leading them to appreciate his actions and make their own choices.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Dali upgrades his "Great Strength Divine Skill" to a True Return Absolute Skill, gaining new special effects and increased Blood Essence and Internal Energy.
• He obtains the title [Grandmaster], granting his future faction the [Martial Arts Holy Land] special effect.
• Jiang Dali senses Li Xiangfang approaching and leaves the Tang State for the Dragon Tiger Gang, where he plans to oversee the Number One Martial Arts Tournament Under Heaven.
• A new batch of players is about to enter the Comprehensive Martial World, and registration for the tournament is ongoing.

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali reflects on the difficulty of creating martial arts of the True Return Realm and acknowledges his growth in power and understanding.
• Li Xiangfang realizes that Jiang Dali no longer needs her support and feels a change in their dynamic.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of martial arts mastery and the challenges faced in creating True Return Realm martial arts.
• The changing dynamics of relationships and power in the Comprehensive Martial World.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali and Li Xiangfang's interaction is strained, with Li Xiangfang realizing Jiang Dali no longer needs her help.
• Jiang Dali's arrival at the Dragon Tiger Gang causes excitement among the players and martial world figures present.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Dali, Xiao Feng, Lu Xiaofeng, and Sikong Zhaixing gather for drinks at the Dragon Tiger Gang.
• Jiang Dali reveals his intention to investigate a matter in the Sacred Dynasty after the Number One Martial Arts Tournament Under Heaven.
• Jiang Dali gives away valuable martial arts manuals to his friends.
• Jiang Dali monitors the situation in Ying Country, where players are assaulting a Sacred Mausoleum under Liao Rushan's command.

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali: Confident in his strength and plans, he aims to investigate a matter in the Sacred Dynasty and is prepared to face potential conflicts.
• Xiao Feng, Lu Xiaofeng, and Sikong Zhaixing: They express their willingness to support Jiang Dali but are also concerned about their own growth and interests.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and camaraderie among the four heroes.
• Jiang Dali's ambition and determination to investigate the matter in the Sacred Dynasty.
• The potential conflict with the Xuanhua Hao in Ying Country.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali interacts with his friends, sharing his plans and giving away valuable martial arts manuals.
• The friends express their support for Jiang Dali but also consider their own interests and growth.
• Jiang Dali monitors the situation in Ying Country, considering the potential conflict with the Xuanhua Hao.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Dali's destruction of Heavenly Gate and Di Shitian has caused a significant stir in the martial world, solidifying Black Wind Stronghold's dominance.
• Liao Rushan, under Jiang Dali's orders, leads a large group of players to attack the Sacred Mausoleum in Ying Country, drawing the attention of powerful local figures but avoiding direct intervention from the Imperial Family.
• Hayato Tenin, Fourth Master Hai Laocang, and Fifth Master Da Jianglong observe the scene from a distance, refraining from intervention due to the Great Mountain Lord's recent serious injury.

Character Developments

• Liao Rushan shows ambition and cunning, leading the attack on the Sacred Mausoleum while trying to maintain a facade of nonchalance.
• Hayato Tenin's hatred for the Great Mountain Lord and Jiang Dali intensifies, leading him to consider a revenge plot involving Liao Rushan.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the consequences of defying the powerful.
• The influence of fear and reputation in maintaining order and control.
• The destructive potential of revenge and hatred.

Character Interactions

• Liao Rushan's interaction with the Ying Country powers, showing his disregard for their authority and his reliance on Jiang Dali's reputation.
• Hayato Tenin's interaction with the Fourth and Fifth Masters, revealing the tension between them due to the Great Mountain Lord's injury and the potential for revenge.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liao Rushan, a master of foresight, and The Twelfth Terror, a reclusive master, both face unexpected changes in their lives.
• Mud Bodhisattva, a celestial fortune teller in seclusion, is found by The Twelfth Terror.
• The Twelfth Terror seeks Mud Bodhisattva to discuss the "Great Calamity of the Ages."
• Jiang Dali, the Black Wind Stronghold Master, feels uneasy and senses potential danger.

Character Developments

• Liao Rushan: His profound foresight fails to predict his own fate.
• The Twelfth Terror: He is driven by the need to prevent the "Great Calamity of the Ages."
• Mud Bodhisattva: Despite his divine powers, he is physically and mentally exhausted from revealing heavenly secrets.
• Jiang Dali: He senses potential danger and ponders who might harbor ill intentions towards him.

Significant Themes

• The unpredictability of fate, even for those with profound foresight.
• The burden of knowledge and the consequences of revealing heavenly secrets.
• The struggle to prevent impending calamity.

Character Interactions

• The Twelfth Terror and Mud Bodhisattva: They meet to discuss the "Great Calamity of the Ages."
• Jiang Dali and his maids: Jiang Dali senses unease and interacts with his maids, trying to identify the source of his discomfort.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Dragon Tiger Gang's territory is bustling with activity due to the upcoming Number One Martial Arts Tournament Under Heaven.
• The tournament's arenas are set up across the gang's territory and other branch strongholds, accommodating thousands of players.
• Players pay venue maintenance and security fees to use the arenas, with enhanced security options available for purchase.
• Jiang Dali's Cultivation Points and Potential Points increase due to players' activities, but the "nutrients" from the leeks are depleted, requiring replenishment.

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali's Cultivation Points and Potential Points grow significantly due to the tournament's activities.
• Jiang Dali uses his Primordial Spirit power to observe the arrival of new players, discovering that they possess the consciousness of living natives.

Significant Themes

• The interaction between the virtual and real worlds, with players possessing the bodies of living natives.
• The commercialization of the tournament, with fees and related industries generating significant income.
• Jiang Dali's curiosity and exploration of the player descent process.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali and Lu Xiaofeng discuss the arrival of new players.
• Jiang Dali uses his Primordial Spirit power to observe the player descent process, with no significant interactions with other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Dali investigates the state of players entering the Comprehensive Martial World, encountering a powerful repulsive force and a terrifying consciousness.
• He withdraws his Primordial Spirits and self-destructs them to avoid the unknown force, sustaining damage.
• New players start descending into the world, with most appearing in remote areas, and a few near gang forces like the Dragon Tiger Gang.
• Jiang Dali releases a recruitment mission for the Black Wind Stronghold, aiming to absorb a large portion of new players.
• Players are forcibly taken up the mountain and 'persuaded' to join the Black Wind Stronghold, with many eventually deciding to stay due to the stronghold's prosperity and enthusiasm.

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali: Realizes the Supreme Alliance's cooperation with 'Heaven' might be the reason for players' entry into the world and the change in the Human Emperor's later years.
• New Players: Experience the initial confusion and excitement of entering the Comprehensive Martial World, with many being recruited by the Black Wind Stronghold.

Significant Themes

• The mysterious 'Heaven' and its potential connection to the Supreme Alliance and the Human Emperor's fate.
• The recruitment of new players and the methods used by the Black Wind Stronghold to attract them.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali interacts with Xiao Feng and others, concealing his encounter with the powerful force.
• New players interact with veteran players from the Black Wind Stronghold, being recruited through humor and persuasion.
• Players interact with NPCs from various sects and forces, with many deciding to join the Black Wind Stronghold due to its popularity and enthusiasm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The remaining plot will focus on the Sacred Dynasty, resolving foreshadowed plot points and mysteries.
• The author plans to conclude the story around the 5.2 to 5.4 million character mark, expecting to finish within the next six months.
• The author is contemplating a new wuxia-style book but is currently focused on completing "Great Mountain Lord."

Character Developments

• Da Li's characterization has been successful, as evidenced by his popular catchphrase "Brother Dali, Great Strength Creates Miracles."
• The author, Jia Nan, aims to maintain a strong chivalrous spirit in his writing despite the increasing power levels in the story.

Significant Themes

• The trendsetting nature of "Great Mountain Lord" in the wuxia genre, including comprehensive martial arts, overwhelming power, and player-focused narratives.
• The author's struggle with maintaining update frequency and preventing plot fatigue.
• The author's commitment to preserving the chivalrous spirit in wuxia, despite the challenges of increasing power levels.

Character Interactions

• The author interacts with the readers, expressing gratitude for their support and promising to resolve remaining plot points and mysteries in the story.
• Jia Nan reflects on his writing process and goals, engaging with readers on a personal level.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Over thirty million new players enter the Comprehensive Martial World, with over two million joining Black Wind Stronghold before the Number One Martial Arts Tournament Under Heaven.
• Jiang Dali prepares to break through to the True Return Realm 9th Level to face an impending crisis.
• The tournament's first stage, the preliminary elimination round, begins at the Dragon Tiger Gang. Players are unsure about the nature of the uniform attack they will face.

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali's Cultivation Points and Potential Points increase significantly, allowing him to prepare for a breakthrough. He senses an impending crisis.
• Players at the Dragon Tiger Gang are excited and uncertain about the upcoming tournament, speculating about the nature of the preliminary round's attack.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and hierarchy within the Jianghu are emphasized, with Jiang Dali's strength and influence being acknowledged by the players.
• The tournament serves as a unifying event, bringing together players from various regions and sects, fostering a sense of camaraderie and competition.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali interacts with the players indirectly through his declaration, instilling awe and anticipation for his involvement in the tournament.
• Players discuss and speculate among themselves about the upcoming preliminary round, revealing their excitement, uncertainty, and camaraderie.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Dali, the Black Wind Stronghold Master, announces the start of the tournament's preliminary round.
• He demonstrates his power by unleashing a mighty palm strike that eliminates over 210,000 players in just ten breaths.
• The tournament advances to the second stage, where players must challenge NPC experts in groups of a hundred.

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali showcases his overwhelming power and status as the number one martial artist in the Vassal States.
• Players experience the vast gap between their abilities and those of the NPC experts, leading to frustration and elimination for many.

Significant Themes

• The vast disparity in power between players and NPCs.
• The importance of perseverance and never forgetting one's original intentions in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali's interaction with the players is one-sided, as his power is so great that none can withstand his attack.
• Players interact with each other, experiencing the tournament's challenges together and supporting or competing against one another.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Dali is meditating on Huishan Mountain, preparing for a breakthrough to the Return to Truth 9th Realm.
• He experiences a premonition of an old man with white hair and beard, who seems to be using a mind technique to lock onto his consciousness.
• Jiang Dali decides to proceed with the breakthrough despite the disturbance.
• The old man, the Twelfth Terror, struggles with whether to intervene or let Jiang Dali breakthrough, ultimately deciding to let it happen.

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali remains calm and determined despite the interference, showing his mental fortitude.
• The Twelfth Terror shows hesitation and uncertainty, revealing his internal conflict and the importance of Mud Bodhisattva's words.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and fate: The old man's actions and thoughts revolve around the prophecy of Mud Bodhisattva, suggesting that Jiang Dali's destiny is intertwined with a great calamity.
• Power and consequence: The old man understands the danger of interfering with Jiang Dali's breakthrough, highlighting the potential consequences of his actions.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali interacts with the Demon Dragon, using it for protection during his breakthrough.
• The old man, the Twelfth Terror, interacts with himself, struggling with his decision to intervene or not.
• There's an implied interaction between the old man and Mud Bodhisattva, as the old man's actions are influenced by Mud Bodhisattva's prophecy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Dali undergoes a powerful lightning tribulation upon breaking through to the 9th Realm of the True Return Realm.
• He effortlessly withstands and dissipates the lightning bolts using his perfected Primordial Spirit power.
• After the tribulation, Jiang Dali checks his status and finds significant enhancements in his power and abilities.

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali's power and confidence grow exponentially after his breakthrough. He gains a newfound understanding of his Primordial Spirit's perfection and its implications.
• The Demon Dragon, Jiang Dali's pet, feels helpless and nervous, realizing its master's power far exceeds its own.

Significant Themes

• The power and significance of a perfected Primordial Spirit.
• The difference between physical power and the power of the mind and spirit.
• The perception of the world at higher levels of strength.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali and the Demon Dragon interact briefly, with the Demon Dragon feeling superfluous in guarding its master due to Jiang Dali's immense power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Dali's Qi flow breaks free, causing a storm and a powerful expert's arrival.
• They clash auras, approaching the state of 'Shattering the Void' without physical moves.
• Jiang Dali stirs Heaven's Mandate, and they both suffer injuries, temporarily shattering the void.
• The old man reveals he's a True Return Realm 9th Level expert but refuses to reveal his identity.
• Jiang Dali, enraged, prepares to fight, while the old man tries to calm him down.

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali: Breaks through to True Return Realm 9th Level, demonstrates immense power and impulsiveness.
• The Old Man: Revealed to be a powerful expert, shows concern for Jiang Dali's rashness.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Jiang Dali's newfound strength leads to impulsive actions.
• Identity and secrets: The old man's refusal to reveal his identity adds mystery and tension.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali vs. The Old Man: Their clash highlights their power and determination, setting the stage for a potential battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Dali and the old man (Hun Tian) engage in a high-speed, intense battle, displaying their ultimate moves and techniques.
• Jiang Dali's speed surpasses even Di Shitian, and he lands several powerful hits on Hun Tian.
• Hun Tian uses the Hun Tian Four Absolutes, each with a unique power: Rain, Overlord's Startling Thunder, Thunder Fire Transformation, and an unknown fourth absolute.
• Jiang Dali uses the Great Art of Absorbing Qi and the power of Maha Wuliang to counter Hun Tian's attacks and suppress the coldness in his abdomen.
• The battle causes significant destruction to the valley, with trees uprooted, rocks shattered, and the ground ravaged.
• Hun Tian retreats rapidly, and Jiang Dali pursues him, unleashing his ultimate move, "Seven Parts Rely on Strength."
• Hun Tian, cornered and humiliated, prepares to unleash his final ultimate move.

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali demonstrates significant growth in his strength and speed, reaching the level of Di Shitian.
• Hun Tian reveals his true power, using the Hun Tian Four Absolutes, showcasing his immense strength and wisdom.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and will (Jiang Dali's relentless pursuit despite Hun Tian's strength)
• The consequences of pushing one's limits (the destruction caused by their battle)
• The struggle between wisdom and brute force (Hun Tian's strategic retreats vs. Jiang Dali's relentless attacks)

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali and Hun Tian engage in a fierce, back-and-forth battle, testing each other's limits and strategies.
• Their interaction highlights the contrast between Jiang Dali's relentless, brute force approach and Hun Tian's strategic, wise approach.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Dali faces Xiao Sanxiao, who surrenders unexpectedly.
• Jiang Dali stops his attack after Xiao Sanxiao mentions the Mud Bodhisattva and the Salvation Pact of Leifeng Pagoda.
• Xiao Sanxiao reveals he's the Twelfth Terror and explains the Great Tribulation of a Thousand Autumns.
• Jiang Dali learns that he might be connected to the future Great Tribulation of a Thousand Autumns.

Character Developments

• Jiang Dali shows restraint and humility, not living up to his aggressive reputation.
• Xiao Sanxiao reveals his true identity as the Twelfth Terror and his mission to prevent the Great Tribulation of a Thousand Autumns.

Significant Themes

• The unpredictability of fate and the difficulty in foreseeing it, even by divine beings like the Mud Bodhisattva.
• The contrast between the Mud Bodhisattva's indifference to worldly affairs and Xiao Sanxiao's active involvement.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Dali and Xiao Sanxiao's initial hostility turns into a respectful conversation after misunderstandings are cleared.
• Jiang Dali shows curiosity and willingness to listen to Xiao Sanxiao's explanation about the Great Tribulation of a Thousand Autumns.