Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• A divine artifact warhammer is sold for 780,000 Magic Coins.
• Saine and Irene visit three auction halls, with the final two housing items beyond Saine's financial reach.
• A living, branded Level-4 Wild Gorilla is auctioned for 20 million Magic Coins.
• The finale of the last auction features a wedge-shaped wood block, one of seven damaged components of a World-Class Secret Treasure, starting at 13 million Magic Coins.

Character Developments

• Saine marvels at the power and wealth displayed in the auctions, realizing the vast gap between his current status and the elite experts.
• Irene's wish to see a living Level-4 lifeform is fulfilled, leaving her astonished.

Significant Themes

• The vast wealth and power disparities among different levels of experts in the Wizard World.
• The value and rarity of World-Class Secret Treasures and high-level lifeforms.
• The risks and potential rewards of commissioning otherworldly gods to create powerful equipment.

Character Interactions

• Saine and Irene explore the auctions together, with Saine acting as a guide and Irene expressing her amazement and curiosity.
• Saine ponders the capabilities of the expert who captured the Level-4 Gorilla God, unknowingly thinking of his grandmaster, Cuilisi.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine and Irene leave Christie's Auction House after Saine bids on and wins several valuable items.
• Saine bought: Flame Melt Blood Vine, Ten Thousand Year Ice Soul Crystal, Body Tempering Stalactite Liquid, and Spring of Life.
• Saine reflects on the power of wealth and the possibility of hiring powerful beings with sufficient funds.

Character Developments

• Saine shows regret for overspending but understands the value of his purchases for personal growth and research.
• Irene is shocked by the amount spent and resolves to work harder to become a Second-Level Magician.

Significant Themes

• The influence of wealth and power.
• The pursuit of knowledge and personal growth.
• The importance of reciprocity and gratitude (giving back to those who have helped).

Character Interactions

• Saine and Irene discuss their future plans and living arrangements upon returning home.
• Saine shows consideration for Irene's feelings and encourages her magical pursuits.
• Irene expresses her determination to improve and live with Saine to learn from him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine and Irene return to the East Third District and the Space Fortress.
• Third-Level Great Magician Lonas returns from his trip, having gained valuable insights.
• The Azure Source Holy Tower magicians return to the Green Source Land, with only a few remaining at Star Harbor for maintenance and repairs.
• Saine reports to his mentor, Luluenman, and gives her the Flame Melt Blood Vine and Spring of Life he acquired at the auction.
• Saine establishes permanent plane passages to the Biranssen Wilderness World and the Green Leaf World for the Azure Source Holy Tower.
• Saine refines the Flame Melt Blood Vine into Quenching Potions and distributes them to his allies.

Character Developments

• Saine continues his experiments and teachings at the Holy Tower, dealing with the treasures he acquired at the auction.
• Luluenman is pleased with Saine's filial devotion and refines potions for him using the Spring of Life.
• Lina and the others in the Black Domain receive Quenching Potions from Saine, but Lina keeps her concerns about the Pale Bone Black Tower Master to herself.

Significant Themes

• The value of personal growth and discovery in magic.
• The importance of mentorship and guidance in one's magical journey.
• The consequences of war and the need to summarize and learn from experiences.
• The challenges and dangers of dealing with powerful and ruthless individuals, like the Pale Bone Black Tower Master.

Character Interactions

• Saine and Luluenman interact as mentor and disciple, with Luluenman expressing pride in Saine's offerings and growth.
• Saine and Lina communicate through a magic light screen, with Lina keeping her concerns about the Pale Bone Black Tower Master hidden from Saine.
• Saine distributes Quenching Potions to his allies, showing his care and support for their growth in magic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine returns to the Azure Source Holy Tower, where he processes the Ten Thousand Year Ice Soul Crystal and the Body Tempering Stalactite Liquid.
• He creates a large bed from the crystal, which aids in mental focus, and a portable alchemy bench.
• Saine uses one dose of the Body Tempering Stalactite Liquid, while Nataya refuses the other, believing her body is not yet saturated.
• Fifty years later, Saine watches Tourmaline play in the Jewel Sea. He prepares to draw her dragon blood to aid his own breakthrough.
• Saine has reached the limits of a Second-Level Magician and seeks to stimulate his cells with powerful creature blood to progress further.

Character Developments

• Saine: Becomes more mature and knowledgeable over the years, reaching the limits of a Second-Level Magician. He seeks ways to break through his bottleneck.
• Nataya: Grows more responsible and considerate, refusing the Body Tempering Stalactite Liquid to avoid wasting it and making her breakthrough more difficult.
• Tourmaline: Advances to Rank Four, grows larger, and gains more control over her power. She becomes more cautious due to a previous maritime disaster.

Significant Themes

• Patience and perseverance in personal growth and breakthroughs.
• Responsibility and selflessness, as shown by Nataya's decision.
• The consequences of one's actions, as seen in Tourmaline's caution after causing a disaster.

Character Interactions

• Saine and Nataya: Their relationship deepens as they support each other's growth and decisions.
• Saine and Tourmaline: Saine cares for Tourmaline's growth and well-being, while Tourmaline respects and trusts Saine.
• Saine and Luluenman: Saine's mentor continues to support and guide him, while also seeking Tourmaline's help for her own research.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine decides to embark on a Wandering Adventure Journey to grow and challenge himself, as his current environment lacks stimulation.
• He plans to visit the Black Domain in the Western Islands to see Lina and others.
• Saine draws Tourmaline's dragon blood for his upcoming advancement to Level Three, ensuring he has enough for a dragon blood bath post-advancement.
• Saine plans to meet Tourmaline in the Western Islands at the end of his journey.

Character Developments

• Saine shows maturity and responsibility in his decision-making, prioritizing growth and preparation for his advancement.
• Tourmaline demonstrates her loyalty and eagerness to accompany Saine, despite her fear of injections.

Significant Themes

• Growth and self-improvement through challenges and learning.
• The importance of external stimulation for growth, both for individuals and societies.
• The unique bond between Saine and Tourmaline, hinting at the power of connections and relationships.

Character Interactions

• Saine interacts with Tourmaline, showing understanding and consideration for her feelings and needs.
• Saine's relationship with his mentor, Luluenman, is mentioned, highlighting their close bond and her guidance.
• Saine's plans to visit Lina and others in the Western Islands suggest his caring nature and desire to maintain connections with friends and allies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Azure Source Holy Tower has grown significantly in size and influence over several decades.
• The Floating Skyport has been completed, attracting many Floating Ships and boosting the tower's economy.
• Saine returns to the tower and resumes his research on Dragon Blood Potion and Fire Element Magic.
• Lunna visits Saine, seeking his help for her upcoming life level breakthrough.

Character Developments

• Saine continues his dedicated research, maintaining his punctual and efficient routine.
• Lunna, though confident on the battlefield, struggles with self-doubt after her failed advancement to Sky Knight, but she seeks Saine's guidance.

Significant Themes

• The importance of diligence and perseverance in magical research and personal growth.
• The complex nature of confidence and self-doubt, even in strong individuals like Lunna.

Character Interactions

• Saine and Lunna's relationship deepens as Lunna seeks Saine's help and guidance, showing trust in his abilities and understanding of her situation.
• Saine's calm and analytical demeanor provides comfort and security to Lunna, despite his seemingly cold exterior.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lunna asks Saine to join him on his upcoming journey, marking her first time leaving the Steel Wall Fist Knights' Hall area.
• Saine agrees to take Lunna along, seeing her potential and the benefits she could bring to his research.
• Dean Archimedes, the founder of the Azure Source Holy Tower Academy, departs with his Descendants, leaving a significant void in the tower's leadership.
• Tower Master Luluenman and many Formal-Ranked Magicians see off Dean Archimedes, highlighting his popularity and influence.

Character Developments

• Lunna: Overcomes her homebody nature and expresses a desire to travel, showing growth and trust in Saine.
• Saine: Agrees to take Lunna along, demonstrating his trust in her abilities and the value he sees in her for his research.
• Dean Archimedes: Decides to leave the Azure Source Holy Tower after over three hundred years, marking a significant change in his life and career.
• Green: Advances to Level 2 and leaves with his mentor, showcasing his potential and the impact of his mentor's departure on his future.

Significant Themes

• Growth and change: Characters like Lunna and Green exhibit personal growth, while Dean Archimedes' departure signals a significant change in the Azure Source Holy Tower's dynamics.
• Trust and relationships: Saine's decision to take Lunna along and Dean Archimedes' decision to take only a few Descendants with him highlight the importance of trust and relationships in their respective decisions.
• Professional integrity: Dean Archimedes' decision to leave with only a dozen Descendants, despite the potential for more to follow, emphasizes his professional integrity and commitment to his new Holy Tower.

Character Interactions

• Saine and Lunna: Their interaction demonstrates Saine's trust in Lunna and her desire to grow and accompany him on his journey.
• Dean Archimedes and Luluenman: Their interaction at the departure ceremony showcases the respect and admiration Dean Archimedes commands from his peers and subordinates.
• Green and Saine: Green's departure with his mentor leads to a change in Saine's social circle and a potential shift in his support network.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine bids farewell to Green, who leaves for the Floating Skyport, accompanied by his Junior Sister and his parrot.
• Saine watches their departure, reflecting on their friendship and the vastness of the Wizard World.
• Saine later meets with his mentor, Luluenman, who expresses displeasure at his departure but understands his decision.
• Luluenman offers Saine Green Source Seeds and knowledge on plant-element toxins for his journey.
• Saine sets out on his journey two months later, accompanied only by Lunna.

Character Developments

• Saine: He is determined to embark on a long journey to explore the Wizard World and beyond. He is respectful and appreciative of his mentor's guidance.
• Green: He leaves for the Floating Skyport, reflecting on his friendship with Saine and the uncertainty of their future meetings.
• Luluenman: She struggles with the loneliness of leading Azure Source Holy Tower after the departure of Archimedes and now Saine. She is caring and supportive of Saine's journey.

Significant Themes

• Friendship: The deep bond between Saine and Green is highlighted, despite the uncertainty of their future meetings.
• Loneliness of Leadership: Luluenman feels isolated as the leader of Azure Source Holy Tower, emphasizing the personal cost of leadership.
• Cultivation and Growth: Saine's journey is a step towards personal growth and exploration of his path in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Saine and Luluenman: Their interaction is filled with respect and understanding, with Luluenman offering guidance and support for Saine's journey.
• Saine and Green: Their farewell is melancholic, reflecting on their friendship and the vastness of the Wizard World.
• Green and his Junior Sister: Green's pride in his Junior Sister's talent is evident, and she looks up to him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine accompanies Lunna to visit her family before embarking on his journey north.
• They travel to the Midros Kingdom, Lunna's hometown, where her family is well-respected but not universally liked.
• Saine meets Lunna's parents, powerful Sky Knights, at their ancient castle.
• Lunna's parents prepare her for the journey with an abundance of supplies, including food, potions, and equipment.

Character Developments

• Lunna's parents are revealed to be powerful Sky Knights with a unique physique and bloodline power, contributing to Lunna's strength.
• Lunna's parents are straightforward and kind, contrasting with Xia Ya, Saine's other mother-in-law.
• Saine finds Lunna's parents easier to talk to than expected, despite their obesity.
• Lunna is embarrassed by her parents' fussing but ultimately asserts her independence.

Significant Themes

• Family and Heritage: Lunna's parents' influence on her strength and temperament is evident.
• Prejudice and Acceptance: Despite their power, the Lunna Family faces prejudice in the Midros Kingdom, mirroring Lunna's experiences in the Steel Wall Fist Knights' Hall.
• Indifference to Time: Level-1 Magicians like Saine, Serena, and Irene have a different sense of time, affecting their relationships and goodbyes.

Character Interactions

• Saine and Lunna's relationship is strengthened as they prepare for their journey together.
• Saine's interactions with Lunna's parents are positive, contrasting with his experiences with Xia Ya.
• Serena and Irene's indifference to Saine's departure highlights the different sense of time among Level-1 Magicians.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine and Lunna arrive in the Wandering Land, a border region of the Eli Knights Alliance.
• They visit the Wooden Rhino Holy Tower, which has existed for over two thousand years and is known for its powerful Plant Element and Summoning Element mage, who has a Level-4 Water Rhino Beast companion.
• Saine and Lunna travel to Water Rhino World, a Low-Level Plane, using the Holy Tower's cross-plane Teleportation Array.
• They arrive at a beach in Water Rhino World, where they see enormous rhinoceros-like creatures and experience the unique water-element environment.

Character Developments

• Saine shows curiosity and a desire to learn about new magical materials and environments, a common trait among professional mages.
• Lunna struggles with the plane's heat, demonstrating her vulnerability to environmental changes.

Significant Themes

• The exploration and conquest of Alien Planes by the Wizard World, and the impact on these planes and their inhabitants.
• The power dynamics between the Wizard World and the Alien Planes, with the former often enjoying privileges and reverence in the latter.

Character Interactions

• Saine and Lunna interact minimally in this chapter, with Saine leading the way and Lunna following, showing her reliance on him.
• Saine shows consideration for Lunna's discomfort but does not intervene, suggesting he wants her to adapt to the environment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine and Lunna have spent 12 years in Water Rhino World, exploring its diverse terrains and creatures.
• Saine has realized that immersive experience and drawing close to nature can also aid in understanding Truth Arcana.
• Saine has noticed stark differences between Water Rhino World's rule environment and the Wizard World's, gaining insights from it.
• Saine has traded Magic Potions with intelligent rhinoceros creatures, earning local resources.

Character Developments

• Saine has grown in Mental Strength, magic power, and physique, feeling he has made considerable progress despite slow improvements.
• Saine has come to appreciate the value of immersive experience and understanding nature for growth and comprehension of laws.
• Lunna remains focused on her appetite and enjoying the fresh experiences of traveling through an Alien Plane.

Significant Themes

• The importance of immersive experience and understanding nature for growth and comprehension of laws.
• The differences between the rule environments of Alien Planes and the Wizard World.
• The economic aspects of Wizard Civilization and the flow of money through Teleportation Arrays.

Character Interactions

• Saine and Lunna continue to travel together, with Lunna following Saine's lead.
• Saine has released Yuli and the Little Fox Girl from his space pendant to join them by the campfire.
• Saine and Lunna share a meal prepared by Lunna, with nearby Humped Black Rhinos drawn to the aroma.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine and Lunna return to Wizard World from Water Rhino World.
• They travel north to Glacier Knights' Hall, not part of Saine's original plan, but chosen for Lunna's benefit.
• They decide to visit Snow Spirit World, a Mid-Level World conquered by Wizard Civilization 20,000 years ago.
• Saine learns that Snow Spirit World is degrading into a Low-Level Plane but is being maintained by the Eli Knights Alliance and Northern Witches Organization.

Character Developments

• Saine gains insights about Wizard Civilization's influence on Low-Level Planes.
• Lunna expresses interest in visiting Mid-Level Worlds.
• Saine encounters Witches for the first time, learning about their lineage and connection to Snow Spirit World.

Significant Themes

• The impact of Wizard Civilization's conquest on conquered planes (Snow Spirit World's degradation).
• The struggle for resources and influence between different factions (Eli Knights Alliance and Northern Witches Organization).
• The preservation of knowledge and history (rumors about Hosta Knight's fate).

Character Interactions

• Saine and Lunna discuss their travel plans and experiences.
• Lunna shares a rumor she heard from a Witch about Hosta Knight's fate.
• The Witch approaches Saine and Lunna to clarify her identity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine and Lunna, dressed lightly despite the harsh cold, attract attention in Snow Spirit World.
• A blue-robed Witch, Marylian, approaches them, interested in Lunna's unique physique for her research on body tempering.
• Marylian offers to guide them to First Snow Mountain in exchange for Lunna's cooperation in some tests.
• Marylian reveals that the Level-6 Knight who conquered Snow Spirit World was sealed, not killed, and may have chosen to stay sealed to comprehend a special power.
• Marylian demonstrates her powerful ice Elemental Summoning magic, which is enhanced by the unique environment of Snow Spirit World.

Character Developments

• Saine shows curiosity and interest in Marylian's research on body tempering, hinting at his own interest in the subject.
• Lunna, initially reluctant, may consider cooperating with Marylian due to Saine's influence.
• Marylian proves to be knowledgeable, powerful, and open-minded, showing willingness to collaborate with strangers.

Significant Themes

• The power of environment and rules of a plane on magical abilities.
• The allure and potential of body tempering as a research topic.
• The possibility of voluntary self-sealing for personal growth or comprehension of special powers.

Character Interactions

• Saine and Lunna's attire draws attention and curiosity from other knights and magicians.
• Saine and Lunna interact with Marylian, who shows interest in Lunna's unique physique.
• Saine and Marylian discuss their respective interests in body tempering and elemental magic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine and Lunna's journey through the Snow Spirit World is guided by Marylian, a Second-Level Witch familiar with the terrain.
• They reach the First Snow Mountain after three years, but fail to climb the highest peak, Kilimanjaro Peak.
• Marylian bids them farewell after several years, having gained and shared knowledge with Saine.
• Marylian performs astrological readings for Saine and Lunna before parting.

Character Developments

• Saine and Marylian grow closer, sharing knowledge and developing a friendly rapport.
• Lunna, though bored by the journey, benefits from the knowledge exchange and gains confidence from her astrological reading.

Significant Themes

• Knowledge Sharing and Academic Exchange: Magicians like Saine and Marylian share knowledge to broaden their horizons and stimulate new ideas, but they keep their core secrets.
• Astrology: Marylian's astrological readings, though vague, hint at future challenges and opportunities for Saine and Lunna.
• Friendship: Despite their competitive nature, Saine and Marylian develop a friendly bond after spending time together.

Character Interactions

• Saine and Marylian: They engage in academic exchange, revealing some of their body-refinement knowledge. They develop a friendly rivalry and share a good impression of each other.
• Saine and Lunna: Lunna serves as an experimental subject for Saine and Marylian, leading to some tension but also growth in knowledge and confidence.
• Marylian and Lunna: Marylian's astrological reading boosts Lunna's confidence in her upcoming advancement to Level 3.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine and Lunna leave Snow Spirit World after two years, having climbed the First Snow Peak.
• Saine gifts Marylian a life-extending potion before parting ways.
• They explore various Alien Planes within the Eli Knights Alliance, with Saine acquiring a Red Rhombus Fire Seed and Blue-Eyed Fairies.
• Lunna engages in numerous battles, losing twice, including a memorable match against a mysterious knight.

Character Developments

• Saine values Marylian as a friend and mentor, gifting her a precious potion.
• Lunna gains insights into power through her battles, particularly her losses.
• Saine's knowledge and skills grow through his research and exploration of Alien Planes.

Significant Themes

• The price of power and knowledge, exemplified by Marylian's white hair and the life-cost of astrology.
• The importance of experience and challenge in growth, illustrated by Lunna's battles and defeats.
• The value of friendship and mutual respect, shown in Saine's relationship with Marylian.

Character Interactions

• Saine and Marylian part ways amicably, with Saine gifting her a potion and expressing hope for future meetings.
• Saine and Lunna continue their journey together, with Saine focusing on research and Lunna on battles.
• Lunna faces off against a mysterious knight, losing but gaining valuable insights into power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine, accompanied by Lunna and Nataya, spends over a century exploring more than a dozen Alien Planes in the Eli Knights Alliance.
• They arrive at Yaqina Plane, a prosperous Medium Plane dominated by women with unique physical traits and a reverence for martial strength.
• Yaqina Plane has a history of resistance against Wizard Civilization, inflicting significant defeats, including one led by the legendary Yaqina Empress.

Character Developments

• Saine continues his explorations, showing no interest in revisiting old conflicts.
• Lunna and Nataya have become well-known figures in the central region of the Eli Knights Alliance.

Significant Themes

• The vastness and diversity of the Wizard World and its Alien Planes.
• The pursuit of higher realms and the challenges faced by powerful beings across different planes.
• The importance of leadership and unity in the face of external threats, as demonstrated by the Yaqina Empress.

Character Interactions

• Saine, Lunna, and Nataya travel together, with Lunna and Nataya often going out together to the arena.
• The Yaqina Empress's return and leadership in the face of Wizard Civilization's invasion highlight the importance of unity and strong leadership.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yakina World repels two consecutive invasions by Wizard Civilization, demonstrating its formidable strength.
• Wizard Civilization offers Yakina World two choices: befriend them or face annihilation by a Dominator-class powerhouse.
• Yakina World chooses to join the Wizard Alliance, sparing it from destruction, thanks to the wise decision of the Yaqina Empress.
• Yakina World recovers and thrives under the Wizard Alliance, with rumors suggesting the Eli Knights Alliance's Level Six knight played a significant role.
• Saine, Lunna, and Nataya arrive in Yakina World, where Lunna and Nataya challenge and defeat local warriors, while Saine attempts to hire a warrior for experiments, ultimately having to defeat one himself to do so.

Character Developments

• The Yaqina Empress: Displayed wisdom and humility, choosing to join the Wizard Alliance to save her world, and showing mercy to a Level Six knight, which later benefits Yakina World.
• Saine: Demonstrates his strength as a mage, defeats a Level Three Yakina Female Warrior, and shows interest in studying their biology.
• Lunna and Nataya: Prove their strength by defeating local warriors, with Lunna winning against two Level Three opponents and Nataya losing to one.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for survival among civilizations.
• The importance of wisdom and humility in the face of superior power.
• Cultural differences and communication barriers between civilizations.

Character Interactions

• The Yaqina Empress and Wizard Civilization: The Empress's decision to join the Wizard Alliance saves Yakina World from destruction.
• Saine and the Yakina Female Warrior: Saine defeats the warrior in a challenge to study her biology, leading to an unusual offer from her.
• Lunna and Nataya with Yakina World warriors: Lunna and Nataya challenge and defeat local warriors, gaining respect from the Yakina people.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine discovers secrets of passive evolution in the Yakina Clan, benefiting his physique growth.
• He experiments on a Level-3 Yakina Female Warrior, learning about her unique cellular structure and microscopic particles that enhance her strength.
• Saine's group spends seven years exploring Yakina World, but they don't meet the Level-6 Empress.
• They leave Yakina World and visit three Low-Level Planes: World of Lost Souls, Black Star Plane, and Karst Planet.
• Saine and his group arrive at the Dark Flame Holy Tower, finding it engaged in a long-lasting Plane War.

Character Developments

• Saine continues to demonstrate his scientific curiosity and ethical boundaries, refusing the Yakina warrior's "unreasonable request" despite her cooperation.
• Nataya shows her adaptability by wearing local attire (a miniskirt and stockings) on Karst Planet, despite it being impractical for battle.

Significant Themes

• The exploration of alien worlds and cultures.
• The acquisition and sharing of knowledge and resources.
• The ethical considerations in scientific research and exploration.

Character Interactions

• Saine interacts with the Yakina Female Warrior, learning from her and rewarding her with 500 Magic Coins.
• Saine and Nataya's relationship deepens, with Saine expressing his desire for her when she wears revealing clothing.
• Saine and his group discuss their experiences and plans, deciding to visit the Dark Flame Holy Tower next.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces the Dark Flame Holy Tower and its ongoing war against the Gumo Plane, a resource-rich Low-Level Plane.
• The Dark Flame Holy Tower has been fighting for 12 years without assistance from other Holy Towers or Knights' Halls.
• The Gumo Plane is home to three powerful native lifeforms, each corresponding to a dominant species: the Gulan Lizardmen, the Mokenu People, and the Golo Earthworms.
• The Gulo Earthworm King, a Level-4 lifeform, unexpectedly joins the battle, causing the war to reach a stalemate.
• The Dark Flame Holy Tower suspends the sale of Gumo Plane's resources to outsiders, only offering them at a lower price to those who sign a war participation contract.

Character Developments

• Saine, the protagonist, is gathering information about the war and the resources at stake.
• The Tower Master of the Dark Flame Holy Tower is revealed to be an extraordinarily powerful Level-5 Magician, capable of facing three Level-4 lifeforms alone.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for resources and power between different factions and species.
• The consequences of isolation and refusal to share power or resources.
• The impact of external threats on uniting previously hostile groups.

Character Interactions

• Saine interacts with a young Black Robe Magician at the Dark Flame Holy Tower's reception desk, learning about the war participation contract.
• The native species of Gumo Plane, once enemies, unite to resist the invasion of the Dark Flame Holy Tower.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saine, Lunna, and Nataya join the war against the Gumo Plane, led by the Dark Flame Holy Tower, for a five-year contract.
• They arrive at the Gumo Plane's battlefield, a vast mountain wall hollowed out into a temporary camp.
• The war is a stalemate, with the Dark Flame Holy Tower's army of two million facing the Gumo Plane's coalition of more than five million native creatures.

Character Developments

• Saine, Lunna, and Nataya show determination and resolve in joining the war.
• The Second-Level Magician from the Dark Flame Holy Tower is revealed to be injured, hinting at the intensity of the war.

Significant Themes

• The vast disparity in strength between the Wizard World and the Gumo Plane's native creatures.
• The tenacity and resilience of the native creatures, particularly the Golo Earthworms.
• The strategy of facing many with few, a tradition of the Wizard Civilization.

Character Interactions

• Saine, Lunna, and Nataya interact with the young Level-1 Magician at the Dark Flame Holy Tower, leading to their decision to join the war.
• Saine and the two women communicate silently, understanding each other's intentions.
• The Second-Level Magician from the Dark Flame Holy Tower briefs Saine and the others about the battlefield conditions.