Ch. 861Triumphant Return

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian inherits the Great Sage Equal to Heaven's relics, becoming a stand-in for the departed Monkey Brother.
  • Cheng Tian's new equipment merges with his body, becoming Template Armament, usable only under the Great Sage template.
  • Cheng Tian leads the sealing and refining of the Black Sun Tathagata, causing concern for Spirit Mountain but earning admiration from the Heavenly Court.
  • Cheng Tian leaves Black Spirit Mountain without waiting for the Tathagata, expressing his displeasure at being treated as a subordinate.
  • The Scorching Sun Legion returns triumphantly, having successfully completed the Great Expedition and received a bountiful harvest.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian: Becomes more confident and assertive, showing disdain for being rewarded by Spirit Mountain. He also inherits the Great Sage's relics and powers.
  • The Heavenly Court: Recognizes Cheng Tian's importance and potential alliance due to his "Daoist" inclination and grudge against Buddhism.
  • Spirit Mountain: Becomes wary of Cheng Tian due to his sealing of the Black Sun Tathagata and his grudge against Guanyin.

Significant Themes

  • Power and its consequences: Cheng Tian's newfound power brings both admiration and concern from different factions.
  • Gratitude and obligation: Cheng Tian feels no obligation to Spirit Mountain for the sealing of the Black Sun Tathagata, as it was his own initiative.
  • Alliance and conflict: The Heavenly Court sees potential in allying with Cheng Tian, while Spirit Mountain becomes wary of him.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian and the Heavenly Court: Cheng Tian's actions earn him respect and potential alliance from the Heavenly Court.
  • Cheng Tian and Spirit Mountain: Cheng Tian's actions cause concern and wariness from Spirit Mountain, with no signs of a potential alliance.
  • Cheng Tian and the Scorching Sun Legion: Cheng Tian leads the legion to a successful completion of the Great Expedition, earning them a bountiful harvest and a triumphant return.

Ch. 862The Rapid Growth Phase of the Burning Scorching Sun Legion

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Scorching Sun Legion's Great Expedition mission is a resounding success, with all participants receiving S-rank evaluations, causing a stir in the Player Community.
  • The Legion's popularity surges, leading to a massive influx of applicants, forcing Cheng Tian to raise entry requirements.
  • Cheng Tian decides to recruit management talent from strategy and tactics-focused dungeons, but the process is cumbersome.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian demonstrates decisive leadership by raising entry requirements and increasing the Legion's exclusivity.
  • Bazett is mentioned, but her role is not yet clear.

Significant Themes

  • Exclusivity and Quality vs. Quantity: Cheng Tian prioritizes the quality of members over quantity, raising entry requirements to maintain the Legion's elite status.
  • Recruitment and Management: The Legion's rapid growth leads to increased management challenges, highlighting the need for competent leaders.

Character Interactions

  • The founding members of the Scorching Sun Legion express satisfaction with their decision to join, contrasting with the regret of those who didn't.
  • Cheng Tian considers recruiting from strategy and tactics dungeons, but the process requires his personal involvement.
  • Cheng Tian glances at Bazett, hinting at a potential interaction or thought process related to her.

Ch. 863Dynasty Warriors IF Route: What If Guo Fengxiao Survived the Battle of Red Cliffs

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Guo Fengxiao, a pleasure-seeking scholar from Dynasty Warriors, survives his critical illness and joins a Player's faction in the Chosen Space.
  • Guo Fengxiao's survival and knowledge of future developments significantly alter the Three Kingdoms' storyline, leading to a Cao Wei-dominated "Battle of Red Cliffs."
  • The Player receives enhancements and items due to Guo Fengxiao's position in Cao Wei.
  • Guo Fengxiao joins the Scorching Sun Legion to expand his influence beyond Cao Wei.

Character Developments

  • Guo Fengxiao: Initially a pleasure-seeking scholar, Guo Fengxiao becomes a strategic mind and leader within the Chosen Space, seeking to expand his influence beyond his original world.
  • Cheng Tian: As the founder of the Scorching Sun Legion, Cheng Tian demonstrates trust in Guo Fengxiao's abilities and allows him to participate in managing the Legion.

Significant Themes

  • The impact of individual actions on historical events (Guo Fengxiao's survival altering the Battle of Red Cliffs).
  • The desire for power and influence (Guo Fengxiao's decision to join the Scorching Sun Legion).
  • The dynamics of factions and leadership (Guo Fengxiao's role within the Legion).

Character Interactions

  • Guo Fengxiao and Cheng Tian: Guo Fengxiao joins the Scorching Sun Legion under Cheng Tian's leadership, with Cheng Tian trusting Guo Fengxiao's abilities and allowing him to manage the Legion.
  • Guo Fengxiao and Cao Wei: Guo Fengxiao's survival and strategic prowess lead to Cao Wei's dominance in the altered Three Kingdoms storyline.

Ch. 864Lotus Root? Lotus Doll!

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Nezha is reborn as a lotus root body after being manipulated by Black Spirit Mountain.
  • Nezha joins the Scorching Sun Legion to become Cheng Tian's bodyguard and regain his power.
  • Cheng Tian discovers the potential of Nezha's lotus root nature for creating advanced bio-mechanical dolls, naming them "Lotus Dolls."
  • Cheng Tian upgrades his "Ancient Metal Beast Manufacturing" skill to Lv10, accelerating his Great Beast God synthesis progress.
  • Cheng Tian starts collecting various combat vehicles to upgrade his "Void Garage."

Character Developments

  • Nezha, now loyal to Cheng Tian, seeks to repay his favor by becoming his bodyguard.
  • Cheng Tian demonstrates his strategic thinking and resourcefulness in utilizing Nezha's unique properties for the legion's benefit.

Significant Themes

  • Loyalty and Redemption: Nezha's decision to join the Scorching Sun Legion shows his desire to redeem himself and serve a new master.
  • Adaptation and Innovation: Cheng Tian's recognition of Nezha's potential for creating advanced bio-mechanical dolls highlights his ability to adapt and innovate in the face of new circumstances.

Character Interactions

  • Nezha and Cheng Tian: Nezha joins Cheng Tian's legion, aiming to repay his favor and regain his power. Cheng Tian, in turn, sees the potential in Nezha's lotus root nature for his own purposes.
  • Cheng Tian and the Modern Army: Cheng Tian's good relationship with the Modern Army allows him to acquire combat vehicles at a low price, facilitating his Void Garage upgrade.

Ch. 865Cheng Tian's Ambition: Building a Retro Game Collection Base

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian's popularity surges due to his sugar sculptures, drawing unwanted attention and attempts to expose scandals, but none are found.
  • He receives an invitation to participate in the Tokyo Game Show, which he accepts with enthusiasm.
  • Cheng Tian realizes the urgency of preserving old games and consoles as they disappear due to societal development.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian remains indifferent to his sudden popularity, focusing on his passion for old games.
  • His master, an old man pursuing Intangible Cultural Heritage, feels pride and satisfaction in Cheng Tian's success in promoting sugar painting.
  • Cheng Tian's patriotism and love for old games grow, leading to his ambition to create a game collection base.

Significant Themes

  • The impermanence of old games and consoles due to societal progress.
  • The importance of preserving cultural heritage, as seen through Cheng Tian's desire to collect old games.
  • The subjective nature of personal preferences and the difficulty of imposing them on others.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian and Bazett's relationship remains strong, with her accompanying him to the Tokyo Game Show.
  • Cheng Tian's master shows pride in his disciple's achievements, despite his initial confusion about Cheng Tian's mysteriousness.
  • Cheng Tian's interactions with the gaming community remain minimal, despite his popularity, reflecting his detached and independent nature.

Ch. 866Game Collector

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian triggers the 'Game Collector' Golden Side Quest, aiming to collect game software, consoles, accessories, and collectibles.
  • The Chosen Space unlocks 'Valuables' for real-world exchange and enhances the 'Key to the Golden Capital' for easier transactions.
  • Cheng Tian uses his Valuables to buy a villa for his collection, simplifying the process with cash.
  • Cheng Tian is asked by 'Certain Scientific' to create another Chosen One sugar sculpture at their headquarters.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian's desire for collecting games and related items intensifies, leading him to spend his saved money and Valuables.
  • Cheng Tian becomes more comfortable with his wealth and status, experiencing the thrill of being a tycoon.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of preserving collections and having a suitable environment for them.
  • The influence of money in simplifying complex processes.
  • The value of unique craftsmanship and its impact on others.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian interacts with the short-haired beautiful woman from the Void Garage, who is still wearing the 'Tea God's Failure' T-shirt.
  • Cheng Tian meets with the receptionist from 'Certain Scientific', who asks him to create another Chosen One sugar sculpture.

Ch. 867Nakano Broadway

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian visits Nakano Broadway, a place significant to him from Digimon games.
  • He explores the first floor, finding it different from the game, and then heads to the fourth floor's Nakano TRF arcade.
  • Cheng Tian discovers the owner's dedication to preserving arcade culture and offers to outsource repair and data collection services.
  • He learns about the struggles of game collectors in Japan and decides to buy entire collections at a premium, offering immediate cash.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian: Reveals his passion for old games and willingness to support collectors financially.
  • Arcade Owner: Shows dedication to preserving arcade culture and willingness to help Cheng Tian.

Significant Themes

  • Preservation of old games and arcade culture.
  • Struggles of collectors and the importance of supporting them.
  • The difference between game and reality.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian interacts with the arcade owner, leading to a mutual understanding and agreement for future cooperation.
  • The arcade owner shares information about Cheng Tian's offer with a collector group, sparking interest and discussion.

Ch. 868The Otaku Holy Land Has Fallen into Decline

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The story begins in a two-dimensional world, Flatland, where all inhabitants are geometric shapes.
  • The narrator, A Square, introduces the society's hierarchy based on shape complexity, with circles at the top and triangles at the bottom.
  • A Sphere, a three-dimensional being, visits Flatland, causing confusion and disbelief among the two-dimensional inhabitants.
  • A Square, initially skeptical, eventually understands the concept of three dimensions and the Sphere's origin.

Character Developments

  • A Square: Starts as a closed-minded, two-dimensional thinker but evolves to understand and accept the existence of three dimensions and the Sphere's reality.
  • The Sphere: Remains patient and understanding, despite the initial ridicule and disbelief from Flatland's inhabitants.

Significant Themes

  • Perception vs. Reality: The inhabitants of Flatland struggle to grasp the concept of three dimensions, highlighting the theme of how our perceptions can limit our understanding of reality.
  • Hierarchy and Social Structure: The society in Flatland is structured based on shape complexity, reflecting the theme of societal hierarchy and its impact on individuals' perceptions and opportunities.

Character Interactions

  • A Square and The Sphere: Their interactions drive the plot, with A Square initially dismissing The Sphere's claims but eventually learning from him, leading to a shift in A Square's perspective.
  • A Square and other Flatland inhabitants: A Square's interactions with his peers reflect the collective disbelief and resistance to accepting The Sphere's claims, highlighting the societal impact of new ideas and perspectives.

Ch. 869Uncle from Another World Would Be Green with Envy of Cheng Tian

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian visits Odaiba, inspired by Digimon and Gundam, hoping to replace one-to-one Gundam models with actual ones.
  • He acknowledges the impracticality of mechas without a combat mothership for logistical support.
  • Cheng Tian explores Kabukicho Ichiban Street, reminiscent of a PSP game, observing its chaotic nightlife.
  • He buys a sailor swimsuit at Don Quijote but doesn't engage in combat with Bazett in the hotel due to space and noise concerns.
  • The group visits SEGA headquarters, where Cheng Tian sees Sonic, SEGA's mascot.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian's fascination with mechas and his determination to acquire real ones in the Real World.
  • Bazett's physical prowess and Cheng Tian's improved combat capabilities, making them unsuitable for fighting in a small hotel room.

Significant Themes

  • The impracticality of mechas without proper support and the challenges of acquiring them.
  • The contrast between the orderliness of Akihabara and the chaos of Kabukicho.
  • The influence of video games and media on Cheng Tian's experiences and memories.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian's internal monologue and reflections on his experiences and goals.
  • Cheng Tian and Bazett's restraint from fighting in the hotel room due to space and noise concerns.

Ch. 870Arriving in Japan, He Earned Himself an "Immortal" Title

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian's first encounter with Sega MD and its superior games like Sonic 3, Yu Yu Hakusho, Contra, and Streets of Rage.
  • Cheng Tian learns about game porting and knockoffs, such as Water Margin Wind and Cloud Legend.
  • Cheng Tian is hired by Sega to create a life-size sugar sculpture of Sonic.
  • Cheng Tian attends a unique Sega-themed night party at the Tokyo Game Show.
  • Cheng Tian visits the Tokyo Game Show, experiencing Sega's grandeur and playing Monster Hunter: Rise.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian's skills in sugar sculpting are recognized and appreciated by the gaming industry.
  • Cheng Tian's past experiences with Sega MD and its games are revisited, highlighting his passion for gaming.

Significant Themes

  • The impact of piracy on the gaming industry in China.
  • The evolution of gaming culture and events, from arcade games to modern gaming expos.
  • The influence of gaming on other forms of entertainment, such as nightclubs and music.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian interacts with Sega employees and fellow bloggers, showcasing his sugar sculpting skills.
  • Cheng Tian attends a networking event at the Tokyo Game Show, exchanging business cards with industry professionals.
  • Cheng Tian visits the Monster Hunter: Rise booth, reflecting on his past experiences with the game and its publisher, Fujiko.

Ch. 871New Main Quest Entries "Britain vs Neo Zeon" and "Fate's Y-Shaped Crossroads"

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian, disguised as the Great Sage Equal to Heaven, attends the Tokyo Game Show, causing a sensation and attracting attention from local media.
  • He acquires numerous gaming collectibles, including items that meet the "Soul Equipment Unsealing Condition," reversing his previous struggles.
  • Upon returning home, Cheng Tian receives two new main quest entries: "Britain vs Neo Zeon" and "Fate's Y-Shaped Crossroads."

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian demonstrates his resourcefulness and determination in acquiring valuable gaming items, showing his commitment to his goals.
  • He also displays empathy and understanding towards elderly collectors, offering to preserve their collections in a museum.

Significant Themes

  • The power of determination and resourcefulness in achieving one's goals.
  • The importance of preserving and respecting cultural heritage and personal collections.
  • The impact of choices on future paths, as hinted by the "Fate's Y-Shaped Crossroads" quest.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian interacts with elderly collectors, negotiating and purchasing their collections.
  • He also interacts with local media and cosplayers at the Tokyo Game Show, though he keeps his true identity hidden.
  • No significant interactions with other main characters are mentioned in this chapter.

Ch. 872Super Robot Wars Y

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian discovers the upcoming main quest's connection to Super Robot Wars Y, a game featuring a massive brawl between robots from different worldviews.
  • He realizes he won't be part of an NPC faction but will lead the independent "Scorching Sun Legion," presenting both challenges and opportunities.
  • Cheng Tian plans to upgrade his Void Garage and buy more combat vehicles but faces price gouging from sellers who recognize his urgent need.

Character Development

  • Cheng Tian's excitement and determination grow as he anticipates the Super Robot Wars-themed Dungeon.
  • He demonstrates strategic thinking by deciding not to overpay for combat vehicles and instead focuses on creating suitable Templates using his Game Master Talent.

Significant Themes

  • The integration of diverse robot/mecha units from different worlds and eras, a core element of Super Robot Wars games.
  • The chaos at the beginning of Super Robot Wars installments, which can be exploited for growth and ascent.
  • The challenge of leading an independent faction and the responsibility that comes with it.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian interacts with market sellers, who try to exploit his urgent need for combat vehicles, leading to a standoff.
  • Cheng Tian's internal monologue reveals his strategic thinking and determination to succeed in the upcoming Dungeon.

Ch. 873Old Acquaintances in the Dimensional Rift

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Scorching Sun, Cheng Tian's faction, is teleported into a new dungeon, but an anomaly occurs, and they're pulled into a dimensional rift.
  • They encounter remnants of the Rhea Principality army (from Armor Hero) and fragments of Dimensional Beasts.
  • A mirror-like phenomenon sucks them into the main dungeon.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian demonstrates calm leadership and quick thinking in the face of the unexpected situation.
  • Azrael, the pilot of the Warlock Type 3, is found unconscious.

Significant Themes

  • The fusion of multiple worlds and dimensions in mecha battles.
  • The consequences of dimensional rifts and their potential dangers.
  • The reappearance of old acquaintances (Rhea Principality army) in a new context.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian communicates with his team (Eileen, Bazett, Smart Head, Wutan, Root of Mars) to assess the situation and respond to the crisis.
  • Cheng Tian and his team encounter the remnants of the Rhea Principality army, setting up a potential interaction or conflict in the main dungeon.

Ch. 874The True Magic Mecha Jelgard

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian and his Scorching Sun emerge in a new dimension, Earth, after a dimensional quake.
  • The Scorching Sun retrieves wreckage of Rhea Principality mecha and dimensional beast fragments.
  • The Heart of Jelgard, installed on the Scorching Sun, resonates with a nearby magic power source.
  • Cheng Tian detects a hidden spellcaster in a nearby jungle, revealed to be the original Jelgard mecha with Iori and Anmarie inside.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian demonstrates his concern for high-quality population and his strategic thinking by saving Azrael and his pilots.
  • Iori and Anmarie, the original pilots of Jelgard, are introduced, marking their entry into the story.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of population and strategic thinking in development.
  • The resonance of magic power and its potential applications.
  • The introduction of new characters and their roles.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian's interaction with Azrael and his pilots is implied, as he saves them without hesitation.
  • Iori and Anmarie interact with each other, expressing astonishment and uncertainty upon seeing the Scorching Sun.
  • Cheng Tian's psychic power interacts with the Heart of Jelgard, leading him to detect Iori and Anmarie.

Ch. 875First Battle, Grunt Battle, A Small Test of Skill

Key Plot Points & Events

  • Iori, Anmarie, and Hopps, protagonists from Super Robot Wars X, are forcibly transferred to the Super Robot Wars Y dimension due to a "Dimensional Tremor."
  • They encounter the Scorching Sun Legion and an unknown enemy force, the Luminas.
  • The Luminas attack, and the Scorching Sun Legion defends, with Cheng Tian commanding.

Character Developments

  • Iori and Anmarie are disoriented and panicked due to their sudden transfer to an unknown world.
  • Cheng Tian demonstrates strategic thinking and calmness under pressure.

Significant Themes

  • The unexpected and sudden change of circumstances, causing disorientation and panic.
  • The need for unity and cooperation in the face of a common enemy.

Character Interactions

  • Iori and Anmarie interact with Cheng Tian, though their communication is not yet established.
  • Cheng Tian coordinates with the Scorching Sun Legion to defend against the Luminas.

Ch. 876SD Gundam G Generation: Beyond the World

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian's high-performance AI, Lumina, engages and defeats Martian Saucers using a Heart Barrier.
  • Cheng Tian's team assists Jelgard, a duo of protagonists from Super Robot Wars X, against Lumina units.
  • Cheng Tian reveals his identity and invites Jelgard to board his battleship, the Scorching Sun.
  • Cheng Tian discovers he's entered a Super Robot Wars Y-related Dungeon and obtains the "Beyond the World" template.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian demonstrates his strategic prowess and concern for his allies' safety.
  • Jelgard showcases their combat skills and teamwork as mid-game protagonists.
  • Cheng Tian's curiosity about Jelgard's world and their future is piqued.

Significant Themes

  • The power of AI and technology in combat.
  • The consequences of dimensional transfer and the impact on original worlds.
  • The importance of communication and trust in forming alliances.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian and Jelgard engage in battle, then establish communication and cooperation.
  • Cheng Tian extends an invitation to Jelgard, showing trust and a desire for alliance.
  • Jelgard accepts Cheng Tian's invitation, indicating mutual curiosity and a need for support.

Ch. 877We Reclaim, We Dismantle, We Produce, We Fight

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian obtains the "Beyond the World" template, a special dungeon system template that integrates 61 Gundam works, nearly a thousand usable mecha, and hundreds of recruitable pilots, along with the core "Broken System."
  • Loading the template grants Cheng Tian five exclusive skills: "Battleship Dock," "Mecha Workshop," "Parts Workshop," "Personnel Recruitment," and "Broken System."
  • The template causes irreversible effects on the current world, adding a new modifier called "Broken System" to the dungeon.
  • Cheng Tian's battleship, the Scorching Sun, gains the ability to recover mecha wreckage and capture unclaimed or surrendered mecha, which can be dismantled for "Beyond Chosen Coins" to produce new mecha or repair existing ones.
  • Cheng Tian produces three new mecha using the "Beyond the World" template: Phoenix Zero Gundam, Whirlwind Gundam, and RX-78 Gundam (Base Type), increasing his unique collection count to 50 and triggering a Void Garage upgrade.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian becomes more powerful and strategic, gaining the ability to produce and repair mecha, as well as recruit new pilots.
  • The Scorching Sun evolves with new zones for docking, workshops, and factories, reflecting Cheng Tian's growing influence and resources.

Significant Themes

  • The chapter emphasizes the theme of growth and adaptation, as Cheng Tian's new template allows him to expand his capabilities and overcome previous limitations.
  • The theme of resource management is also prominent, as Cheng Tian must balance production, repair, and recruitment costs while managing his Chosen Coins.

Character Interactions

  • Although there are no direct interactions with other characters in this chapter, Cheng Tian's actions and decisions will likely impact his relationships with other factions and characters in the dungeon, setting the stage for future interactions.

Ch. 878Void Garage Upgrade—Eternal Golden Capital

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian's Void Garage, initially a small alternate dimension, upgrades and merges with other items and abilities, forming the S-rank Exclusive Talent "Eternal Golden Capital."
  • The Scorching Sun, now a derivative of Cheng Tian's Talent, gains additional storage space for items and vehicles, can park large battleships, and recycles Mecha wreckage and monster remains into Chosen Coins.
  • The Scorching Sun can also replenish Energy and Ammunition for carried Mechas and exchange resources with other dungeons where it's deployed.
  • Cheng Tian triggers a Charisma Attribute Extreme Breakthrough Challenge Mission, "Scorching Sun Legion, Diverse Might," requiring the accumulation of 4 Battleships, 4 Captains, 20 crew members, 20 Pilots, and a large-scale battle victory.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian's Void Garage evolves into a more advanced and integrated system, reflecting his growth and achievements.
  • The War Elephant Mammoth, now three years old, shows increased joy and freedom in the expanded space of the Scorching Sun.

Significant Themes

  • Growth and evolution of Cheng Tian's abilities and the Scorching Sun.
  • Unity and integration of Cheng Tian's Talent with the Scorching Sun.
  • Expansion of the Scorching Sun's capabilities and resources.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian interacts with the War Elephant Mammoth, showing affection and understanding towards the creature.
  • Cheng Tian's new challenge mission requires cooperation and teamwork, hinting at potential interactions with other characters in the upcoming mission.

Ch. 879The More Powerful the Subordinates, the Greater the Charm

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Tian's Charisma attribute undergoes an extreme breakthrough unexpectedly.
  • The breakthrough quest requires Cheng Tian to acquire 20 Combat Vehicles, 20 Pilots, 4 Captains, and 20 support personnel, along with producing battleships.
  • Cheng Tian decides to position the Scorching Sun Legion as "Free Mercenaries" and "Scrap Dealers" to survive and earn money.
  • Cheng Tian recruits two Warlock pilots, changing the quest completion conditions to "Combat Vehicles 1/20" and "Pilots 2/20."

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian becomes more aware of the responsibilities and expenses that come with leading an independent force.
  • Cheng Tian demonstrates adaptability and strategic thinking in deciding the Scorching Sun Legion's operational policies.

Significant Themes

  • The elusive nature of Charisma attribute breakthroughs.
  • The financial and logistical challenges of leading an independent force.
  • The importance of adaptability and resourcefulness in survival.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian interacts with the two Warlock pilots, leading to a change in his breakthrough quest conditions.
  • Cheng Tian's decisions regarding the Scorching Sun Legion's operational policies reflect his understanding of the current situation and his role as a leader.

Ch. 880Template Adds Dungeon Modifier: Broken System

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Players enter Mecha War Y, an S+-rank dungeon, expecting to excel due to their vehicle-piloting skills.
  • A new modifier, "Broken System," is added post-entry, introducing "campaigns" with "Broken Challenges" offering extra rewards but no penalties for failure.
  • The modifier details three stages of increasing difficulty, with the final stage, "Final Impact," being SS-rank.
  • Cheng Tian, due to his "Beyond the World" template, gains additional explanations allowing him to capture surrendered mecha and their pilots.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Tian: Shows strategic thinking by immediately understanding the benefits of the new modifier and deciding to trigger it.
  • Other Players: Ponder the new modifier, considering their strength and the potential rewards.

Significant Themes

  • Opportunity and Risk: The modifier presents opportunities for extra rewards but also carries risks, especially in the final stages.
  • Adaptability: Players must adapt to the new modifier and decide whether to engage with it based on their strength.
  • Unique Advantage: Cheng Tian's template provides him with unique advantages in dealing with the modifier's challenges.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Tian interacts with the "Broken System" modifier, understanding its mechanics and deciding to engage with it.
  • Other players are shown pausing their actions to study and consider the new modifier, with no direct interactions mentioned.
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