Ch. 1221Heading to the Ruins
Key Plot Points and Events
- Su Xiao escapes undead soldiers by piling their corpses in a bear cave and cleaning the area to hide his tracks.
- He uses a remote control device to trigger an explosion, drawing away a portion of the undead army.
- Su Xiao hides among a pile of corpses and endures an undead soldier's stab, avoiding detection.
- The undead army sets the corpses on fire, but Su Xiao survives using a Counter Shield.
- Su Xiao washes the blood off his face and sets off towards the Shasen Mountain Range, away from the Dark Moon Swamp.
- He plans to create a false trail, making the undead believe he's heading to the Dark Moon Swamp, while he actually aims for the Extinction Law Shadow Ruins.
Character Developments
- Su Xiao demonstrates strategic thinking, resourcefulness, and endurance in his escape and deception plan.
- He shows no remorse or hatred towards the undead soldiers, viewing them as merely enemies due to circumstances.
Significant Themes
- Deception and Misdirection: Su Xiao uses these tactics to outmaneuver the undead army.
- Endurance and Patience: Su Xiao's ability to endure pain and wait for the right moment is crucial to his survival.
- War's Impersonality: The undead soldiers' actions, though brutal, are shown to be a result of their circumstances rather than inherent evil.
Character Interactions
- Su Xiao interacts minimally with the undead soldiers, viewing them as obstacles rather than individuals.
- His plan involves using Bubuwang and Amu as decoys, showing trust in their abilities and willingness to use them for his goals.