Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Himu, a member of the Bakulu Family, secretly leaves the manor at night, displaying unexpected speed and agility, far surpassing his known abilities as a Rookie Knight.
• Himu leads Adel to a tavern in the slums, the 'Wind Nest Tavern', which is revealed to be a gathering place for demonic creatures and followers of dark powers.
• Inside the tavern, Adel encounters a beautiful woman who senses his Slaughter Power and leads him to a basement meeting, where he finds Himu conversing with another figure.
• The basement is filled with powerful demonic creatures, some approaching the peak of a Silver Knight, and they notice Adel's presence, expressing hostility towards him.

Character Developments

• Himu: Displaying unexpected strength and speed, hinting at a secret or hidden power. He is involved with a group of demonic creatures, suggesting a dark side to his character.
• Adel: Uses his Slaughter Power to impersonate a Follower of the God of Slaughter to infiltrate the tavern. He demonstrates caution and adaptability in dealing with the hostile environment.

Significant Themes

• Secrets and Hidden Power: Himu's unexpected strength and the secret gathering of demonic creatures in the tavern highlight the theme of hidden powers and secrets.
• Hostility and Danger: The tense atmosphere and the hostile reactions of the demonic creatures towards Adel emphasize the danger and hostility present in the tavern.

Character Interactions

• Himu and Adel: Though not directly interacting in this chapter, their relationship is strained as Adel follows Himu to the tavern under false pretenses.
• Adel and the Beautiful Woman: The woman senses Adel's Slaughter Power and leads him to the basement meeting, acknowledging him as a Follower of the God of Slaughter.
• Adel and the Demonic Creatures: The creatures in the basement express hostility towards Adel, questioning him about the actions of the churches and hinting at potential conflict.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adel is mistaken for a Slaughter Follower and faces hostility in a tavern.
• He defends himself against a powerful attacker, revealing his strength.
• An elder mediates, and the atmosphere calms. People start trading items.
• Adel learns that Soul Stones, extracted from Dim Priests, are being traded.
• Him, Adel's brother, buys a Soul Stone and consumes it, showing immediate improvement.

Character Developments

• Adel maintains a calm and collected demeanor despite the hostility, revealing his strength and earning respect.
• Him, driven by his desire for power, spends the Bakulu Family's wealth on Soul Stones.

Significant Themes

• Misunderstanding and prejudice (Adel being mistaken for a Slaughter Follower)
• The pursuit of power at any cost (Him consuming Soul Stones)
• The trading of souls and the exploitation of the weak (Soul Stones extracted from Dim Priests)

Character Interactions

• Adel and the attacker: A tense standoff that ends with the attacker retreating.
• Adel and the Soul Stone trader: A brief exchange about the origin of the Soul Stones.
• Adel and Him: Unspoken tension as Adel observes Him consuming a Soul Stone.

Plot Points & Events

• Adel attends a gathering at a tavern where monsters exchange Soul Stones. He learns that the monsters are wasting Soul Power and accumulating impurities that can affect their personality and cause madness.
• Adel exchanges a white Soul Stone and is warned by a mysterious woman not to expose his identity and location in the Kingdom of Tamlu.
• Adel is teleported to another part of Tam City by the tavern's enchantment, making it difficult for him to track down Him and the vampires.
• Kolon, the president of the Thorn Merchant Guild, visits Adel to return the gold coins and asks for help in rescuing his kidnapped child.

Character Developments

• Adel absorbs a white Soul Stone, bringing him closer to regaining his Sky Knight peak.
• Kolon shows determination and courage by refusing a large sum of money and seeking Adel's help, despite knowing Adel's status.

Significant Themes

• Wastefulness & Efficiency: The monsters waste Soul Power by directly consuming Soul Stones without purification, while Adel efficiently absorbs Soul Power using his knowledge of souls.
• Identity & Discretion: Adel is warned to keep his identity and location secret to avoid trouble with a powerful individual in the Kingdom of Tamlu.
• Help & Favor: Kolon seeks Adel's help to rescue his child, hoping to gain Adel's favor in return.

Character Interactions

• Adel interacts with the mysterious woman at the tavern, who warns him about exposing his identity.
• Adel interacts with Kolon, who seeks his help in rescuing his child and returns the gold coins Adel had given him.
• Adel interacts with Wendy, his subordinate, who feels sympathetic towards Kolon's plight.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Prince Gru returns to the Royal Palace, discussing recent events with his advisor, Kaijia.
• Gru learns about the bizarre deaths of nobles, possibly caused by evil creatures.
• Sir Shim, the eldest son of the Bakulu Family, is found dead, likely killed by his younger brother, Yasuo.
• Gru decides to make Yasuo the heir to the Bakulu Family and gives him a large territory as enfeoffment gift.
• Adel receives a letter from Gru, hinting that he's responsible for Shim's death, which he isn't.

Character Developments

• Prince Gru shows generosity and favor towards Yasuo, bestowing a large territory upon him.
• Adel feels wronged for being blamed for Shim's death, which he didn't commit.
• Kaijia feels envy towards Yasuo's sudden rise in status and territory.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics among nobles and the royal family.
• The presence of evil creatures hidden among the nobles.
• The consequences of taking the fall for someone else's actions.

Character Interactions

• Prince Gru and Kaijia discuss recent events, showing Gru's trust in Kaijia's judgment.
• Adel's butler informs him about the deaths of law enforcement officers, showing the butler's loyalty and concern for Adel's affairs.
• Adel's thoughts reveal his confusion and frustration at being blamed for Shim's death.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adel receives a request from the Thorn Merchant Guild to retrieve the president's daughter from a bandit group.
• The bandit group refuses Adel's security officers and kills them, provoking Adel.
• Adel visits the training ground of his followers and then a clearing filled with corpses, including Shim's, who was killed by a powerful Knight with shadow power.
• Adel attends a banquet hosted by Gru to celebrate his new title, where he is praised for saving Gru's life.

Character Developments

• Adel shows concern for his followers' training and takes responsibility for the bandit group issue.
• Adel demonstrates his keen observation skills and understanding of vampire physiology when examining Shim's corpse.
• Gru publicly praises Adel for his bravery and loyalty, solidifying their alliance.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and duty: Adel feels obligated to follow through on his promises and deal with the bandit group's defiance.
• Power dynamics: The bandit group's actions highlight the power imbalance between them and Adel, while Shim's death reveals the presence of a powerful, shadow-infused Knight in Tam City.
• Alliance and reputation: Gru's public praise of Adel strengthens their alliance and enhances Adel's reputation among Tam City's nobles.

Character Interactions

• Adel interacts with his butler, discussing the bandit group issue and making arrangements to go out.
• Adel observes his followers' training and shows interest in their progress.
• Adel interacts with Gru at the banquet, where Gru publicly praises Adel, and they share a moment of camaraderie.
• Adel examines Shim's corpse with an attendant, who respectsfully makes space for Adel and provides information about the body.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bishop Kudoni, one of the highest leaders of the Church of Gloom, arrives unexpectedly at the banquet.
• Gru greets Kudoni, showing him respect despite his status as a prince.
• Adel meets Kudoni, feeling a strange discomfort under his gaze.

Character Developments

• Gru shows respect and deference to Kudoni, highlighting his political acumen and understanding of hierarchy.
• Adel feels an unusual curiosity about the path of priestly transformation after meeting Kudoni.
• A young priest girl shows hostility towards Adel, hinting at a potential conflict or connection from his past.

Significant Themes

• Respect and Hierarchy: Gru's behavior towards Kudoni demonstrates the importance of respecting authority and understanding one's place in the hierarchy.
• The Path of Transformation: Kudoni's presence and Adel's curiosity about his path hint at the transformative power of belief and devotion.
• Hostility and Connection: The young priest girl's hostility towards Adel suggests potential conflicts or connections from his past, foreshadowing future events.

Character Interactions

• Gru and Kudoni: Gru greets Kudoni with respect, showing his political astuteness and understanding of the power dynamics between them.
• Adel and Kudoni: Adel feels discomfort under Kudoni's gaze, hinting at a potential power imbalance or difference in their beliefs.
• Adel and the Young Priest Girl: The young priest girl's hostility towards Adel suggests a potential conflict or connection from his past, setting the stage for future interactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A banquet held for Adel changes focus to a meeting between Bishop Kudoni and Prince Gru.
• Adel converses with Priestess Silna, learning about the Church of Gloom's actions and its internal dissatisfaction.
• Adel and Silna express interest in each other due to their unique natures.
• Adel reflects on the strength of this world and its hidden powers, including the Deities.

Character Developments

• Adel: Shows interest in Silna due to her unique nature, reflects on the world's hidden strength.
• Silna: Reveals the Church of Gloom's internal issues, shows interest in Adel.
• Bishop Kudoni: Apologizes to Prince Gru on behalf of the Church of Gloom, observes Adel and Yasuo.
• Prince Gru: Meets with Bishop Kudoni, his potential is assessed as thin.

Significant Themes

• The strength of this world lies beneath its surface frailty.
• The Church of Gloom's internal issues and power struggles.
• The interest and mutual understanding between Adel and Silna.

Character Interactions

• Adel and Silna: Share a quiet conversation, express mutual interest.
• Bishop Kudoni and Prince Gru: Meet to express apologies and convey the Church of Gloom's stance.
• Bishop Kudoni and the middle-aged Priestess: Discuss the Church of Gloom's young priests' actions and plans for Yasuo's observation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adel and Shiraya ride to a bandit camp, now a ghost-infested village.
• The village is filled with sacrificed corpses, including a merchant's daughter and a magistrate.
• Adel observes the scene, noting a residual power and lingering resentment.

Character Developments

• Shiraya, once a bandit leader, now serves as a knight under Adel, showing improvement in his appearance and skills.
• Adel demonstrates his ability to see and interact with ghosts, as well as his calm demeanor in the face of horror.

Significant Themes

• The brutal and fanatical nature of the Night Watchers and their God.
• The lingering resentment of the dead and its interaction with residual power.

Character Interactions

• Adel and Shiraya ride together, with Shiraya providing guidance and showing signs of nervousness.
• Adel interacts with the ghosts, dispersing their aura with his Life Energy.
• Adel observes the scene with his followers, who show fear and disgust at the sight of the corpses.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adel arrives at the ruins of a village where the Night Watch Cultists had performed a ritual, leaving only corpses and remnants of the ritual.
• Two Night Watchers, a middle-aged man and an old man, hide and observe Adel.
• Adel pretends to leave, then sneaks back and uses his mental force to induce sleep in the Night Watchers.
• Adel attacks the middle-aged Night Watcher, who struggles to evade. The old Night Watcher is incapacitated.
• The revived souls of the deceased attempt to distract Adel, but he remains unaffected and intensifies his attack.

Character Developments

• Adel demonstrates his immense power, pressure, and potential, shocking the Night Watchers.
• The Night Watchers reveal their reverence for their 'God' and their desire to recruit powerful individuals like Adel as Guardian Knights.
• Adel shows no mercy or hesitation in his pursuit of the Night Watchers, indicating his determination and ruthlessness.

Significant Themes

• Power and Potential: Adel's strength and potential are acknowledged and feared by the Night Watchers.
• Devotion and Fanaticism: The Night Watchers' extreme devotion to their 'God' is evident in their actions and dialogue.
• Manipulation and Deception: Adel uses his mental force to manipulate the Night Watchers, demonstrating his cunning and strategic thinking.

Character Interactions

• Adel and the Night Watchers: The Night Watchers are initially confident but become increasingly wary and fearful of Adel's power.
• Adel and the Revived Souls: Adel shows no reaction to the pleas and cries of the revived souls, indicating his focus and determination in his mission.
• The Night Watchers (Middle-aged Man and Old Man): They work together but are ultimately separated due to Adel's attack, with the old man being incapacitated.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adel, a young Knight, confronts two Black Robe Clerics in a desert.
• Adel uses his powerful swordsmanship to shatter the Clerics' Divine Domain.
• He defeats the first Cleric, who turns out to be a Projected Clone.
• Adel reads the second Cleric's memories before he commits suicide, learning about the King of Vigil's imminent revival.

Character Developments

• Adel demonstrates exceptional swordsmanship and mental power, revealing his strength and prowess.
• The Black Robe Clerics show fanaticism and devotion to their cause, highlighting their zealotry.

Significant Themes

• Power and Influence: Adel's power allows him to disrupt the Clerics' plans, while their fanaticism drives them to extremes.
• Revival and Return: The King of Vigil's revival serves as a catalyst for upcoming events, hinting at a larger conflict.

Character Interactions

• Adel faces off against the Black Robe Clerics, showcasing his combat skills and mental prowess.
• The Clerics interact through their shared devotion to their cause, demonstrating their unity and purpose.

Key Plot Points and Events

• It's raining in Tam City, and Wendy, a young girl, is anxious about the return of her knight, Adel.
• Wendy finds an injured woman on the street and decides to take her in.
• The woman wakes up in Wendy's house, revealing unique purple eyes and an aged appearance despite her youth.
• Wendy brings the woman food and expresses her intention to help her.

Character Developments

• Wendy shows compassion and kindness by rescuing the injured woman and taking care of her.
• The woman, despite her mysterious appearance and powers, seems grateful for Wendy's help.

Significant Themes

• Kindness and compassion towards strangers.
• The mysterious woman's unique appearance and powers hint at a deeper story.

Character Interactions

• Wendy and the woman interact for the first time. Wendy is kind and helpful, while the woman seems surprised and intrigued by Wendy's presence.
• Wendy's guards also play a role in helping Wendy bring the woman back to her house.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mar, a woman rescued by Wendy, is working as a maid in the manor, trimming the courtyard's plants.
• Adel, the manor's master and a young Knight, returns from Tam City.
• Mar uses her power to see Adel's threads of destiny, revealing his connections to the God of Slaughter and the Lord of Darkness.
• Adel notices Mar and asks the butler about her. He decides to keep her in the manor after a background check.

Character Developments

• Mar: Shows her skill in plant care and her ability to see destiny threads. She's diligent, cheerful, and observant.
• Adel: Returns from a journey, showing no signs of fatigue. He's calm, observant, and considerate of Wendy's choices.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and fate: Mar's ability to see destiny threads and her reaction to Adel's powerful destiny indicate the theme of fate and its significance.
• Power dynamics: Adel's status as the manor's master and his connection to powerful deities highlight the theme of power and its influence.

Character Interactions

• Mar and Adel: Mar observes Adel from afar, seeing his destiny threads. Adel notices Mar and asks about her, setting up a potential future interaction.
• Adel and Wendy: Adel's consideration for Wendy's choices shows their close relationship and his respect for her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mar, a powerful being, observes Adel and notes his unique destiny, which is not influenced by any external deity or power, making his future unpredictable.
• Adel, recovering his strength, is close to advancing to the level of a Radiant Knight (equivalent to a Second-level Wizard or Golden Knight).
• Adel meets Fili, a mage from the Tam Knight Academy, who discusses magic with Adel and reveals the existence of powerful mages called "Kings of Mages" in the Kingdom of Kail, surpassing Golden Knights.
• Fili hints at the possibility of King Tam, the founder of the Kingdom of Tamlu, still being alive and having surpassed the Golden Knight level.

Character Developments

• Adel: Shows exceptional talent in magic, understanding complex concepts quickly, and is curious about the world's powerful mages and knights.
• Mar: Recognizes Adel's unique destiny and looks forward to their future interactions.
• Fili: Impressed by Adel's magical aptitude, shares his knowledge about powerful mages and hints at a secret about King Tam.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and personal power: Adel's destiny is unique, not influenced by external forces, emphasizing the importance of individual will and struggle.
• Power dynamics: The conversation between Adel and Fili highlights the power hierarchy between Knights and Mages, with Kings of Mages surpassing Golden Knights.
• Secrets and hidden truths: Fili's hint about King Tam's possible survival and power level suggests there are hidden truths and secrets in the world.

Character Interactions

• Adel and Fili: Their interaction reveals Adel's exceptional magical talent and Fili's willingness to share his knowledge, leading to a productive discussion about powerful mages and knights.
• Mar and Adel: Although they don't interact directly in this chapter, Mar's observation of Adel sets the stage for their future interactions, suggesting a potential rivalry or alliance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fili, a middle-aged mage, reveals to Adel that the first King Tam of Tamlu might still be alive and that the Church of Gloom has been accumulating power.
• Adel learns about the Church of Gloom's history and its potential threat to the Kingdom of Tamlu.
• Adel makes progress in understanding and casting spells from this world's magic system.

Character Developments

• Adel: Becomes more aware of the political and magical landscape of Tamlu, showing calmness and solemnity when faced with potential threats.
• Fili: Demonstrates his extensive knowledge and experience, hinting at a mysterious past and connection to the God of Destiny.
• Mor: Fili's student, shows curiosity and a desire to understand the world's changes, indicating potential growth as a character.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Royal Family of Tamlu and the Church of Gloom.
• The differences between the magic systems of Wizards and Mages, with Adel exploring the latter.
• The upcoming "Revival Era" and its potential impact on the world, hinting at a larger conflict or change.

Character Interactions

• Adel and Fili: Share information and insights, with Fili revealing crucial details about Tamlu's history and Adel reciprocating with his understanding of magic.
• Fili and Mor: Teacher-student relationship, with Fili guiding Mor and sharing his knowledge, showing care and affection.
• Adel and Wendy: Brief interaction, showing Adel's authority and Wendy's obedience as his assistant.
• Mar (unnamed maid): Observes Adel and Fili's meeting, hinting at her awareness of the Destiny Pattern and her potential role in the upcoming events.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adel, a Fifth Order Wizard, notices the deficiencies in the mage system of this world, comparing it to the primitive era of Wizards.
• Adel visits a tavern named 'Hell of Wine' to meet Lone Wolf Ekdo, the best infiltrator and most informed person in Tam City.
• Ekdo reveals that Him Bakulu, the original heir of the Bakulu Family, was a newly turned vampire, and his death is linked to the Bloody Baron Cletu.
• Ekdo asks Adel for help in exchange for the information, offering two thousand Gold Coins.

Character Developments

• Adel: He demonstrates his analytical skills by comparing the mage system to the early Wizard system. He also shows politeness and respect for rules by not leaving abruptly after receiving the information.
• Ekdo: Ekdo shows his vigilance and caution as an experienced infiltrator. He also displays his knowledge of local events and his network by being aware of Him's death and the Bloody Baron Cletu.

Significant Themes

• The differences and similarities between the mage system and the Wizard system.
• The importance of information and networks in the underworld.
• The value of politeness and respect for rules in maintaining relationships.

Character Interactions

• Adel and Ekdo: Their interaction is formal and business-like. Adel seeks information from Ekdo, and Ekdo uses this opportunity to ask for Adel's help in return. They both show mutual respect and understanding of the rules of their transaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adel, a Slaughter Priest, enters the Wind Nest Tavern, expecting to find dark creatures but finds it normal.
• He meets a mysterious woman who offers to reveal the true identity of a person he's interested in, in exchange for souls.
• Adel agrees, and the woman gives him a black crystal for soul collection.
• Adel leaves the tavern, and the patrons become aware of his departure.

Character Developments

• Adel: He maintains his cold and composed demeanor, showing no emotion or reaction to the woman's allure. He's determined to find the information he seeks, even if it means collecting souls.
• The Mysterious Woman: She's revealed to be powerful and knowledgeable about the dark creatures in Tam City. She's cunning and manipulative, using Adel's need for information to her advantage.

Significant Themes

• Power and Manipulation: The woman uses her knowledge and Adel's need for information to manipulate him into doing her bidding.
• Secrecy and Deception: The tavern hides its true nature and the dark creatures within it, reflecting the theme of secrets and deception.

Character Interactions

• Adel and the Mysterious Woman: Their interaction is tense and guarded. The woman tries to flirt with Adel, but he remains unmoved. They ultimately strike a deal, with the woman holding the upper hand.
• The Tavern Patrons: They're oblivious to Adel's presence until he leaves, suggesting they're under some form of influence or control.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sham, a mysterious maid, finds Adel interesting and decides to involve him with the Bloody Baron, who seeks to control a Deity.
• Adel senses an anomaly in his Source Power after leaving the tavern, linking it to Sham.
• Mar, a maid, senses a change in destiny's power and decides to gain Adel's trust.
• Adel begins refining souls to create Soul Stones, but the process is inefficient.
• Adel's Power of Slaughter grows rapidly, raising concerns about his actions and the consequences of embracing this power.

Character Developments

• Sham: Revealed to have a special status and is involved with the Bloody Baron's plans to control a Deity.
• Adel: Continues to explore his powers and their consequences, showing vigilance towards the growing Power of Slaughter.
• Mar: Recognizes Adel as a 'Favored of Destiny' and aims to gain his trust.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Adel's exploration of his abilities and the potential dangers they pose.
• Destiny and fate: Mar's recognition of Adel as a 'Favored of Destiny' and her desire to influence his path.
• Manipulation and control: The Bloody Baron's plans to control a Deity and Sham's involvement in these schemes.

Character Interactions

• Sham and the old butler: Sham gives instructions to the old butler, who is confused but compliant due to her special status.
• Adel and the prisoners: Adel kills prisoners to refine their souls into Soul Stones, showing no remorse or hesitation.
• Mar and Adel: Mar senses a change in destiny's power and decides to gain Adel's trust, setting the stage for future interactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adel, after a slaughter, decides to take a break to control his Power of Slaughter.
• Black, shadow-like creatures attack a manor in Tam City.
• Adel and Xilimu defend the manor, with Adel using a newly learned Spell to defeat the creatures.

Character Developments

• Adel: Shows control over his Power of Slaughter, learns and uses a Spell effectively.
• Xilimu: Struggles to defeat the creatures, feels inadequate compared to Adel.

Significant Themes

• Adel's growth and control over his powers.
• The disparity in strength between Adel and other characters.
• Xilimu's feelings of inadequacy and her desire to improve.

Character Interactions

• Adel and Xilimu: Work together to defend the manor, with Adel supporting Xilimu emotionally.
• Adel and the Black Creatures: Adel demonstrates his ability to defeat the creatures with ease, showcasing his strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author announces the start of a new book, 'Sweep the Great Thousand', alongside their ongoing series.
• The new book is in its early stages, with only the first chapter uploaded.
• The author reassures readers that the old book, 'World of Gods and the Wizard World', will not be abandoned, but updates may be slower.

Character Developments

• No character developments are mentioned in this chapter as it is a meta-narrative focusing on the author's writing process.

Significant Themes

• Multitasking and balancing multiple projects (writing two books simultaneously).
• The author's commitment to their readers and their works.
• The transition from planning to execution in creative processes.

Character Interactions

• The author interacts with their readers, inviting them to follow and favorite the new book, and reassuring them about the old book's progress.
• No character interactions between fictional characters are mentioned in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adel and Xilimu encounter black liquid that solidifies into wriggling, stench-emitting worms containing resentment, mental power, Soul Power, and other forces.
• Adel expresses interest in studying these worms due to their unique nature.
• Adel senses a hidden presence and engages with Mar, a maid from his manor who reveals herself as a Chosen of Destiny.
• Mar pledges loyalty to Adel, claiming he is the Favored of Destiny.
• Adel and Mar discuss the Chosen of Destiny's rivalry and their competition for the Divine Seat and Divine Kingdom left by the Goddess of Destiny.

Character Developments

• Adel: Shows curiosity and interest in studying the unique worms, demonstrates his power and perception by sensing Mar's hidden presence, and remains calm and collected during their conversation.
• Xilimu: Shows obedience and efficiency in following Adel's orders.
• Mar: Reveals her true identity as a Chosen of Destiny, shows respect and loyalty towards Adel, and shares information about the Chosen of Destiny's rivalry and the Divine Seat competition.

Significant Themes

• Power and Curiosity: Adel's interest in studying the worms and his desire to understand the Chosen of Destiny's powers.
• Loyalty and Rivalry: Mar's pledge of loyalty to Adel and the underlying rivalry among the Chosen of Destiny.
• Ambition and Ascension: The ultimate goal of the Chosen of Destiny to inherit the Divine Seat and Divine Kingdom, achieving divine status.

Character Interactions

• Adel and Xilimu: Adel gives orders to Xilimu, who follows them without question.
• Adel and Mar: Adel engages with Mar, initially with caution but later with curiosity and acceptance of her pledge of loyalty. Mar shares information about the Chosen of Destiny with Adel.