Ch. 361Black Dragon Devouring the World Tree
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Black Dragon grows to over ten thousand meters, causing Austin and Hammond to feel insignificant.
- Austin attempts to attack the Black Dragon but fails, even being used as a scratching post.
- Hammond uses a replica World Tree from the Book of Wisdom to attack the Black Dragon, who eats most of it.
- The Black Dragon challenges Austin, Eileen, Sophia, Hammond, and Colon to a fight.
Character Developments
- Austin: Struggles to harm the Black Dragon, gets humiliated, and is challenged by the Black Dragon.
- Hammond: Realizes the Black Dragon's ferocity, retrieves the last piece of World Tree root, and is embarrassed to use the God Mountain against the Black Dragon.
- Sophia: Refuses to join the battle, recalling her previous encounter with the Black Dragon.
- Colon: Refuses to fight the Black Dragon, acknowledging his strength and the futility of using dreams against him.
- Melbourne: Has no thoughts of fighting, feeling insignificant compared to the Black Dragon.
Significant Themes
- Power Imbalance: The Black Dragon's immense size and strength dwarf the other characters, highlighting the power imbalance.
- Hubris: The Black Dragon's challenge to multiple opponents at once showcases his overconfidence and disregard for his foes.
- Respect and Fear: The other characters' reactions to the Black Dragon's challenge demonstrate their respect and fear of his power.
Character Interactions
- Lance (Black Dragon) vs. Austin: Austin's attacks are ineffective, and he's humiliated by the Black Dragon.
- Lance (Black Dragon) vs. Hammond: Hammond retrieves the last piece of World Tree root from the Black Dragon, who shows mercy.
- Lance (Black Dragon) vs. Sophia: The Black Dragon challenges Sophia to a fight, recalling their previous encounter.
- Lance (Black Dragon) vs. Colon: Colon refuses to fight the Black Dragon, acknowledging his strength.
- Lance (Black Dragon) vs. Melbourne: Melbourne feels insignificant compared to the Black Dragon and has no thoughts of fighting.