Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie searches for I Want to Become Immortal after their encounter, finding his battle scene with wild dogs.
• I Want to Become Immortal chases a Salvage Goblin into a forest, leading to a confrontation with a pack of wild dogs.
• Xiao Jie finds I Want to Become Immortal on the brink of death, surrounded by three wild dogs.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie shows concern for I Want to Become Immortal's safety, despite his initial disregard.
• I Want to Become Immortal demonstrates determination and stubbornness in pursuing his goal but lacks caution and strategic thinking.

Significant Themes

• The game's high mortality rate is hinted at, reflecting the challenges and dangers players face.
• The importance of careful planning and strategy in combat is emphasized.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal's paths cross again, with Xiao Jie reluctantly helping I Want to Become Immortal.
• I Want to Become Immortal's pursuit of the Salvage Goblin leads to a dangerous encounter with wild dogs, showcasing his recklessness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• I Want to Become Immortal (WTBI) gets into trouble with wild dogs and is saved by Hidden Moon Follows Wind (HMFW).
• WTBI insists on chasing a Salvage Goblin for loot, angering HMFW who leaves him behind.
• WTBI and HMFW barely make it back to Ginkgo Village before sunset, avoiding Night Ghouls.
• HMFW scolds WTBI for his recklessness and advises him to log off at night.

Character Developments

• WTBI shows recklessness and greed, but also desperation to survive and improve his skills.
• HMFW demonstrates skill, bravery, and a stern attitude towards foolishness in gaming.
• Wang Kai shows gratitude and professionalism in handling his job.

Significant Themes

• The dangers of the Death Game and the importance of caution and wisdom.
• The consequences of reckless behavior and the need for self-reflection (WTBI's experience).
• The importance of teamwork and communication in survival situations.

Character Interactions

• WTBI and HMFW: Initially hostile, then dependent (WTBI on HMFW), now potentially respectful (WTBI towards HMFW).
• HMFW and Wang Kai: Friendly and cooperative, with HMFW showing respect for Wang Kai's judgment.
• Wang Kai and WTBI: Polite but distant, with Wang Kai avoiding interaction with WTBI after HMFW's scolding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie logs out of the game and has dinner alone, feeling aimless.
• He decides to go for a run but struggles due to his poor physical fitness.
• He encounters a black cat in the park and returns home to sleep.
• The next morning, he logs into the game and meets Wang Kai and I Want to Become Immortal.
• Wang Kai warns him about the dangers of nighttime in the game.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie realizes the importance of physical fitness for his gameplay and decides to exercise regularly.
• Wang Kai demonstrates his knowledge of the game's lore and mechanics, showing himself to be experienced and helpful.

Significant Themes

• The dangers of the game world, particularly at night.
• The importance of physical fitness and self-improvement.
• The interconnectedness of the game world's lore and mechanics.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie and Wang Kai discuss the dangers of nighttime in the game, with Wang Kai providing guidance and information.
• Xiao Jie interacts with a black cat in the park, though the interaction is minimal and one-sided.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie learns about the game's deadly nature from Brother Wang.
• I Want to Become Immortal thanks Xiao Jie for saving him and gifts him a Wild Goose Feather Saber worth 30,000 credits.
• Xiao Jie shares information about learning weapon skills through chores, and I Want to Become Immortal decides to find work at the Firewood Workshop.
• Xiao Jie spends the morning triggering various chores to consider his development path.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie: Becomes more cautious about the game's deadly nature; shares information freely; considers building a guild and expanding influence.
• I Want to Become Immortal: Shows gratitude and sensibility; decides to learn weapon skills through chores.

Significant Themes

• The deadly nature of the game, where experiences are built upon real lives.
• The importance of information sharing and teamwork in the game.
• The value of gratitude and kindness.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie and Brother Wang: Xiao Jie learns about the game's deadly nature from Brother Wang.
• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal: I Want to Become Immortal thanks Xiao Jie and gifts him a saber; Xiao Jie shares information about learning weapon skills through chores.
• Xiao Jie and various villagers: Xiao Jie triggers various chores by asking villagers for work.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie explores various jobs in Ginkgo Village, ranging from no-requirement jobs like Lumberjack and Farmer to prerequisites jobs like Militia, Hunter, Blacksmith, Chef, Fisherman, Herbalist, and Night Watchman.
• Each job offers different benefits and challenges, with some providing immediate skill learning while others require meeting specific conditions or paying fees.
• Xiao Jie is particularly interested in the Hunter job for its potential ranged profession (Archery) and pet training skill (Dog Training), but he faces rejections due to his insufficient level and lack of information on triggering the task.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie shows determination and curiosity in exploring different professions to enhance his capabilities in the game world.
• Wang Kai, the Blacksmith, is introduced as a knowledgeable and business-savvy NPC who provides information about the Hunter job's prerequisites in exchange for potential business.

Significant Themes

• Professional Growth: Xiao Jie's exploration of various jobs emphasizes the importance of skill acquisition and specialization in the game world.
• Challenges and Prerequisites: Each job presents unique challenges and requirements, highlighting the need for players to meet certain conditions before advancing.
• Information Gathering: Xiao Jie's interactions with NPCs and other players underscore the importance of gathering information to progress in the game.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie interacts with various NPCs, such as the Militia Captain, Hunter, Blacksmith (Wang Kai), and Village Chief, to learn about job prerequisites and gain insights into the game world.
• Xiao Jie's conversation with Wang Kai reveals the latter's sharp wit and business acumen, as he offers information about the Hunter job in exchange for potential gold transactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie decides to try herding sheep for experience and potential Taming skill gain.
• He accepts a task from Old Yang, the shepherd, to herd fifty sheep for an hour in exchange for 100 coppers, with a 200-copper penalty for each lost sheep.
• Xiao Jie uses the Shepherd's Whip and its skill, Thunderous Whip Strike, to control the flock and prevent them from wandering off.
• He discovers that keeping the sheep's Satiety levels up is crucial to prevent them from scattering.
• Xiao Jie completes the task without losing any sheep but doesn't gain any related skills, so he decides to do another round.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie demonstrates determination and diligence in completing the herding task despite its challenges.
• Old Yang shows satisfaction with Xiao Jie's work and offers him more tasks.

Significant Themes

• Perseverance and determination in the face of challenging tasks.
• The importance of understanding and adapting to one's surroundings to achieve success.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie interacts with Old Yang, the shepherd, who assigns him the herding task and pays him upon completion.
• Xiao Jie has no interactions with the sheep, but his actions influence their behavior and Satiety levels.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie uses his shepherding skills to herd the flock efficiently, gaining the Proficient Level in Herding and the comprehended skill Beast Lore.
• I Want to Become Immortal encounters a strange, bleeding Ginkgo Tree while working as a lumberjack.
• Xiao Jie accompanies I Want to Become Immortal to investigate the tree and shares the story of Cao Cao and the Pear Tree God.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie demonstrates his strategic thinking and problem-solving skills in herding the sheep.
• I Want to Become Immortal shows determination in his work, trying to comprehend new skills.

Significant Themes

• The power of sudden enlightenment and skill comprehension.
• The immersion and realism of the game world, with the bleeding Ginkgo Tree as an example.
• The influence of historical and mythological stories on the game's lore.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal work together to investigate the strange tree, showing camaraderie and mutual support.
• Xiao Jie shares a historical story with I Want to Become Immortal, fostering a sense of shared knowledge and understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal decide to sleep to encounter a Divine Being related to the Ginkgo Tree.
• They enter a dream sequence where they meet the Ginkgo Fairy, who claims to be trapped in a Ginkgo Tree in the village.
• The Ginkgo Fairy asks for their help in destroying the Talismans surrounding her tree to gain freedom, promising immense rewards.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie demonstrates his gaming experience and wisdom by recognizing the quest as a likely scam.
• I Want to Become Immortal shows loyalty and determination by wanting to help the Ginkgo Fairy, even after Xiao Jie's warning.

Significant Themes

• The power of dreams and the blurring of reality and fantasy.
• The potential danger of trusting strangers, even in a dream.
• The allure of promises of great rewards and the risk of being deceived.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal work together to understand and navigate the dream encounter.
• Xiao Jie acts as the cautious and experienced one, while I Want to Become Immortal is more eager and trusting.
• The Ginkgo Fairy interacts with Xiao Jie, trying to convince him to help her, while also manipulating him with promises of great rewards.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal encounter a Ginkgo Fairy in their dreams, who offers them a quest to rescue her in exchange for great rewards, including the ability to revive I Want to Become Immortal's brother.
• They decide to report the incident to the Village Chief, Huang Shi Dao, instead of accepting the quest due to its high risk.
• The Old Village Chief reveals the legend of the Ginkgo Tree and the Immortal's prophecy five hundred years ago.
• The Old Village Chief entrusts them with a quest to fell the Tree Demon Spawn on the Back Mountain to prevent a catastrophe.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie demonstrates his cautious and practical nature, prioritizing safety over potential rewards.
• I Want to Become Immortal shows naivety and a strong desire to revive his brother, but ultimately listens to Xiao Jie's advice.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of wishful thinking and taking unnecessary risks.
• The importance of playing it safe in a Death Game.
• The power of legends and their impact on the present.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal work together to decide their course of action.
• Xiao Jie explains the dangers of gambling with their lives to I Want to Become Immortal.
• The Old Village Chief shares the village's history and entrusts them with a crucial task.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal choose the second quest option, which involves killing a Tree Demon Spawn with the help of militia members.
• They recruit four Sword and Shield Militia and equip them with Firewood Knives for better damage against the tree demon.
• The Tree Demon Spawn is revealed to be a lesser monster, level 9, with 590 health.
• The militia members tank the monster while Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal deal damage from the sidelines.
• The Tree Demon Spawn uses an ultimate skill, binding and draining a militia member, which leads to his death.
• The Tree Demon Spawn is eventually defeated, and Xiao Jie gains experience and levels up to 2.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie demonstrates strategic thinking and prioritizes safety, choosing the second quest option despite the reduced reward.
• Xiao Jie shows concern for the militia members' well-being, ensuring they participate in the fight but avoid unnecessary risks.
• I Want to Become Immortal follows Xiao Jie's lead and contributes to the fight without being reckless.

Significant Themes

• Safety first: Xiao Jie's decision to choose the second quest option and his concern for the militia members' well-being highlight the importance of safety in their actions.
• Teamwork: The successful defeat of the Tree Demon Spawn showcases the importance of teamwork and coordination among the party members.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal work together, with Xiao Jie taking the lead in strategizing and I Want to Become Immortal following his instructions.
• Xiao Jie and the militia members interact briefly, with Xiao Jie ensuring their participation in the fight while minimizing risks.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal kill a Tree Demon Spawn and loot two rare materials: Demon Blood Ebony and Spiritual Tree Core.
• They report to the Old Village Chief and complete the quest, earning 200 reputation points in Ginkgo Village.
• The Old Village Chief crafts the materials into two magical artifacts: Ebony Sword and Divine Wood Talisman.
• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal choose their rewards, with I Want to Become Immortal selecting the Ebony Sword.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie demonstrates leadership and strategic thinking by letting I Want to Become Immortal choose the reward first, showing respect for his role in triggering the quest.
• I Want to Become Immortal shows good judgment in choosing the Ebony Sword, prioritizing the ability to fight ghosts over other attributes.

Significant Themes

• The importance of teamwork and mutual respect in quest completion.
• The value of rare materials and crafted magical artifacts in the game.
• The strategic allocation of attribute points based on playstyle and future plans.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal work together to complete the quest, demonstrating a cooperative and respectful relationship.
• Xiao Jie offers to help I Want to Become Immortal with future serendipitous encounters, indicating a potential long-term alliance.
• The Old Village Chief rewards the players for their bravery and successful completion of the quest, highlighting the importance of NPC interactions in the game.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie improves his physical attributes using stat points.
• He encounters a Black Cat in the park, which triggers Beast Lore information.
• Xiao Jie seeks advice on herding sheep on the [Boundless Sea of Knowledge] forum.
• He discovers the concept of a Lead Sheep and uses it to herd the flock more efficiently.
• Xiao Jie achieves his first Sudden Enlightenment.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie becomes more physically fit and gains confidence in his abilities.
• He demonstrates initiative and intelligence in seeking advice and applying it to his task.

Significant Themes

• The importance of observation and understanding underlying logic to improve efficiency.
• The concept of leadership and following within a group (sheep flock).
• The value of seeking knowledge and advice from others.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie interacts with the Black Cat, although it's unclear if the cat is an NPC or a player's pet.
• He communicates with Old Yang, the Shepherd NPC, to receive his task and tools.
• Xiao Jie engages with the [Boundless Sea of Knowledge] forum users, seeking and receiving advice on herding sheep.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie gains the skill [Beast Identification] after herding.
• He discovers a 'Strange Goat' with unusual data and human-like eyes.
• The Strange Goat reveals it's a goat with intelligence, hiding in the flock to survive.
• Xiao Jie triggers a 'Serendipitous Encounter' event and learns the 'Beast Language' skill after swearing a 'Heavenly Retribution Oath'.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie: Gains a new skill, learns about the Strange Goat's secret, and makes a significant decision by swearing an oath.
• Strange Goat: Reveals its true nature, offers skills in exchange for secrecy, and teaches Xiao Jie 'Beast Language'.

Significant Themes

• The power of observation and identification (Beast Identification skill).
• The consequences of revealing secrets (Heavenly Retribution Oath and Tribulation).
• The value of keeping promises and the potential dangers of breaking them.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie interacts with the Strange Goat, initially planning to attack it, then negotiating and learning a skill from it.
• The Strange Goat communicates with Xiao Jie, revealing its history, offering skills, and teaching him 'Beast Language' before disappearing.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie loses the Strange Goat, which he believes was a quest NPC.
• He learns the Beast Language skill and uses it to communicate with various animals in the village.
• He interacts with oxen, a goose, pigs, and chickens, but finds no hidden quests or valuable information.
• He visits the Hunter's Cabin and tries to recruit a hunting dog, but the pack leader, Black Whirlwind, is unimpressed.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie becomes more determined to find and complete quests, hoping to gain valuable rewards.
• He realizes the potential of Beast Language in uncovering hidden quests tied to animals.
• Black Whirlwind, the pack leader, is introduced as a formidable and intelligent hunting dog.

Significant Themes

• The value of communication and understanding in unlocking hidden potential and opportunities.
• The importance of perseverance in the face of setbacks, as Xiao Jie continues his quest despite losing the Strange Goat.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie interacts with various animals, learning about their daily lives and thoughts.
• He attempts to recruit a hunting dog but is rebuffed by Black Whirlwind, who demonstrates his leadership and intelligence.
• Xiao Jie's interactions with the animals highlight the humor and absurdity in their simple lives and conversations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie meets Black Whirlwind, a hunting dog, and learns about the Hunter's Wife's mysterious illness.
• He discovers that the Hunter's Wife is possessed by a black shadow and uses the Divine Wood Talisman's equipment skill, Evil Purging Art, to temporarily exorcise the spirit.
• The Hunter's Wife recovers, and Xiao Jie is offered an apprenticeship by the Hunter in exchange for curing his wife.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie demonstrates his resourcefulness and willingness to help others, earning him an apprenticeship.
• Ye Luo, the Hunter Apprentice, reveals she has invested heavily in Perception, allowing her to see spirits invisible to others.

Significant Themes

• The power of magic tools and their limitations.
• The importance of Perception in sensing and interacting with the supernatural.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie interacts with Black Whirlwind and Ye Luo, learning about the Hunter's Wife's possession and gaining their trust.
• Xiao Jie cures the Hunter's Wife, earning the Hunter's gratitude and an apprenticeship offer.
• Ye Luo provides Xiao Jie with valuable information about the spirit possessing the Hunter's Wife and warns him about the limitations of his magic tool.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie discovers the hunter's wife is possessed by a Ghost Servant.
• Yang Baichuan asks Xiao Jie to find an expert to perform an exorcism.
• Xiao Jie decides to attempt the exorcism himself, accepting the quest "Expel Evil Spirits."

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie shows determination and initiative in dealing with the ghost possession.
• Yang Baichuan reveals his calculating nature and offers a reward for successfully curing his wife.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against supernatural forces and the need for expertise to combat them.
• The importance of trust and initiative in building relationships with NPCs.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie interacts with Yang Baichuan, gaining his trust and accepting the quest.
• Xiao Jie reaches out to Ye Luo and I Want to Become Immortal for help in exorcising the ghost.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Da Ju, the author, addresses reader reviews and provides explanations for certain aspects of the story.
• He clarifies that data descriptions and equipment details are essential for a game-based novel and not padding.
• Da Ju explains the protagonist's tone of voice changes based on the target of conversation.
• He justifies the protagonist's choices, stating that they are made after careful consideration, but not all thought processes are written out.

Character Developments

• No significant character developments in this chapter as it's an author's note.

Significant Themes

• The importance of reader feedback and its influence on the story.
• The diversity of reader opinions and the impossibility of satisfying everyone.
• The author's decision-making process and the impact of polls on the story's direction.

Character Interactions

• Da Ju interacts with the readers through the reviews and comments, clarifying his intentions and addressing their concerns.
• No other character interactions in this chapter.

Key Plot Points

• I Want to Become Immortal wants to switch to the Hunter class but needs a hundred-year-old ginseng, which hasn't spawned yet.
• Hidden Moon Follows Wind (Xiao Jie) offers to help I Want to Become Immortal switch classes if he helps him exorcise a ghost in the Hunter's cabin.
• Ye Luo, who can see spirits, joins them to help locate and defeat the Ghost Servant.

Character Developments

• I Want to Become Immortal shows ambition and cleverness by trading the Ebony Sword for valuable information from Ye Luo.
• Ye Luo demonstrates her combat skills and expertise in dealing with spirits.
• Xiao Jie showcases his strategic thinking and understanding of the game's mechanics.

Significant Themes

• The value of information and knowledge in the game.
• The importance of teamwork and cooperation in overcoming challenges.
• The scarcity of Magic Class professions and the value of weapons that can damage ghosts.

Character Interactions

• I Want to Become Immortal and Ye Luo form a temporary alliance, with I Want to Become Immortal trading the Ebony Sword for information and Ye Luo helping them defeat the Ghost Servant.
• Xiao Jie acts as the leader and strategist, coordinating the team's efforts to defeat the Ghost Servant.
• Hunter Yang Baichuan is the quest giver and potential master for I Want to Become Immortal and Ye Luo.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie and his team eliminate the evil spirit causing Yang Baichuan's wife's illness.
• I Want to Become Immortal finds a talisman that triggers a memory in Yang Baichuan about a mysterious ancient tomb.
• Yang Baichuan asks Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal to investigate the tomb.
• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal start hunter training with Yang Baichuan.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie shows strategic thinking and decisiveness in accepting the quest.
• I Want to Become Immortal demonstrates enthusiasm and eagerness to participate in the quest.
• Yang Baichuan reveals his duty as a hunter and his knowledge of the ancient tomb.
• Ye Luo shows independence and reluctance to join a team for the quest.

Significant Themes

• The importance of completing quests for rewards and character progression.
• The contrast between game logic and real-world logic in NPC behavior.
• The significance of marksmanship, aiming, and strength in archery, as taught by Yang Baichuan.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal work together to complete the quest and learn from Yang Baichuan.
• Xiao Jie tries to convince Ye Luo to join the quest, but she declines.
• Yang Baichuan shares his knowledge and experience with Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal as their master.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal receive the Hunter Apprentice profession from Yang Baichuan.
• They obtain a Hunting Bow and Rough Feathered Arrows, along with the Bow Weapon Mastery (Novice) skill.
• Xiao Jie learns about the Dog Feeder errand and its connection to the Dog Training skill.
• Yang Baichuan gifts Xiao Jie a Blue Equipment reward, the Agile Lynx Skin Boots, for completing the ghost-repelling task.

Character Developments

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal demonstrate proficiency in archery, impressing Yang Baichuan.
• Xiao Jie shows understanding and acceptance of the game's mechanics and progression, such as the connection between tasks and skills.
• Ye Luo shares game class information with I Want to Become Immortal and Xiao Jie, displaying a willingness to help others.

Significant Themes

• The importance of skills and professions in the game, and how they can be obtained through errands and tasks.
• The connection between tasks and skill progression, with feeding dogs leading to the realization of Dog Training.
• The value of game intelligence and knowledge sharing among players.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Jie and I Want to Become Immortal work together to complete the hunter errand and learn from each other.
• Yang Baichuan mentors and guides the two apprentices, providing them with weapons, skills, and valuable information.
• Ye Luo shares game class information with I Want to Become Immortal and Xiao Jie, fostering a cooperative relationship.