Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points

• Hermes, a transmigrator and a special life form, appears as a golden mountain in the Great Earth God Realm.
• An Earth Flame Essence, a valuable resource, disappears and reappears within Hermes, improving his Earth and Fire Element Talents.
• Hermes possesses a unique ability to devour all things, which he uses to absorb the remnants of God Hunters who tried to attack him.

Character Developments

• Hermes, initially unaware of his true nature, awakens and understands his unique abilities and history as a transmigrator.
• Tak, a High-God of Earth, becomes desperate to find another Earth Flame Essence to help him break through to the next realm, as fusing Profound Mysteries becomes increasingly difficult for him.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for resources and power in the Great Earth God Realm, leading to conflict and battle.
• The concept of transmigration and reincarnation, with Hermes being a transmigrator who has reincarnated for hundreds of millions of years.
• The importance of luck and opportunity in cultivation and advancement, as seen through Tak's desperation to find another Earth Flame Essence.

Character Interactions

• Hermes interacts with God Hunters who attempt to attack him, leading to their demise and absorption by Hermes.
• Tak interacts with a Middle God from Boulder Castle, expressing his frustration and desperation in finding another Earth Flame Essence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hermes combines his understanding of the Golden Space with the Mysteries of Power and Gravity Space, aiming for great mastery.
• He successfully fuses the Mysteries of Power and Gravity Space, creating a mist that surrounds his Golden Mountain true body.
• The fusion causes a gravity field, making nearby Saint Domain Magical Beasts fragile and easily destroyed.
• After completing the fusion, Hermes transforms into a valiant, muscular youth, and his Divine Spark suspends above his new body.
• He names his new move 'Mist Shadow Heavy' and decides to leave the Chongxuan Mountain Range to explore other God Planes.

Character Developments

• Hermes improves his Talent in the Great Earth Law, making it easier for him to fuse Profound Mysteries.
• He successfully fuses the Mysteries of Power and Gravity Space, becoming a Middle God.
• Hermes expresses his desire to travel to different God Planes in search of rare treasures to improve his Golden Space.

Significant Themes

• The difficulty of fusing Profound Mysteries and the importance of Talent and perseverance.
• The transformation and growth of Hermes as he advances in his cultivation journey.
• The isolation of Spiritual Sense and the protection of the Soul as a concern for Hermes.

Character Interactions

• Hermes interacts with a Saint Domain Flying Magical Beast, which is killed due to the gravity field created by the fusion of Mysteries of Power and Gravity Space.
• Hermes communicates with himself, expressing his relief at not having Hermes' ugly face and his satisfaction with his new appearance.
• Hermes considers his future plans, deciding to leave the Chongxuan Mountain Range and explore other God Planes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Boulder Castle posts a mission to find the lost Earth Flame Essence in the Chongxuan Mountain Range.
• Camel Village's leaders, Nick and Vester, decide to take on the mission, believing it's related to a past incident in Jinyu Prefecture.
• Nick's group encounters Hermes, who merged with a Profound Mystery and is now a Mid-God. They attempt to recruit him but are rebuffed.

Character Developments

• Nick, the Great Leader of Camel Village, is revealed to be a Five-star God Hunter with two fused Profound Mysteries of the Great Earth Law.
• Hermes, now a Mid-God after merging with a Profound Mystery, shows confidence and nonchalance in the face of two High-Gods.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and rare treasures (Earth Flame Essence).
• The dynamics of bandit groups and their interactions with other powerful individuals.
• The importance of knowledge and intelligence gathering in achieving goals.

Character Interactions

• Nick and Vester discuss and plan their approach to the mission, demonstrating their leadership and strategic thinking.
• Nick and Vester attempt to recruit Hermes, showing their interest in powerful individuals and their disdain for those they perceive as weaker.
• Hermes' calm and confident demeanor in the face of Nick and Vester's threats hints at his hidden strength and potential for future conflict.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hermes refuses to hand over his Space Ring, leading to a confrontation with Camel Village bandits.
• Hermes demonstrates his power by effortlessly defeating hundreds of Middle God bandits using his ultimate move, 'Mist Shadow Heavy'.
• Camel Village suffers heavy losses, with many of their Middle God bandits killed.

Character Developments

• Hermes: Shows his violent nature and immense power, contrasting with his past life's temperament.
• Nick: Stands his ground despite the overwhelming power of Hermes, determined to protect his territory.
• Achilles and Vester: Display loyalty and determination to fight back despite the dire situation.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The imbalance of power between Hermes and Camel Village highlights the importance of strength in their world.
• Loyalty and camaraderie: Despite the heavy losses, Achilles and Vester remain loyal to Camel Village and each other.
• The cost of violence: The bloody and violent scene serves as a reminder of the consequences of reckless aggression.

Character Interactions

• Hermes vs. Camel Village Bandits: Hermes' overwhelming power and violent nature clash with the bandits' defiance.
• Achilles and Vester: The two leaders display unity and determination to fight back against Hermes, even in the face of certain defeat.
• Nick: Despite not being directly involved in the fight, Nick's determination to protect his territory influences the actions of his subordinates.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nick, the Earth God, initially underestimates the situation, leading to a battle that threatens Camel Village.
• Hermes, a Middle God, uses his Mist Shadow Heavy technique to isolate Nick and his allies.
• Nick's allies, Achilles and Vester, are defeated, leaving Nick to face Hermes alone.
• Nick and Hermes engage in a prolonged, evenly matched battle, with both sides reluctant to stop.

Character Developments

• Nick: Realizes the gravity of the situation and becomes determined to defeat Hermes, even after losing his allies.
• Hermes: Discovers the compatibility between Earth Element and the Mysteries of Power, significantly enhancing his combat abilities.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and resolve in the face of adversity (Nick's refusal to give up despite the odds).
• The importance of understanding and mastering one's abilities (Hermes's discovery of the compatibility between Earth Element and the Mysteries of Power).

Character Interactions

• Nick and Hermes: Engage in a prolonged, intense battle, with both showing respect for each other's abilities and reluctance to stop the fight.
• Nick and Achilles/Vester: Achilles begs Nick for help, but Nick is unable to save him. Their deaths fuel Nick's determination to defeat Hermes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hermes and Nick have a brief encounter; Nick escapes using a Metal Life.
• Several hundred years pass; the story shifts to Mount Navel, a Plane Teleportation Array in the Great Earth God Realm.
• A Middle God soldier guarding the teleportation array kills a Saint Domain Magical Beast.
• A burly blond man arrives, demands to be teleported to the Hell Plane, and leaves using the teleportation array.

Character Developments

• Hermes: Shows his helplessness in chasing Nick, indicating his lack of speed.
• Nick: Demonstrates his ability to escape quickly using a Metal Life.
• The Middle God Soldier: Shows his power and indifference towards non-divine lifeforms.
• The Burly Blond Man: Reveals his desire and ability to travel across planes, suggesting his power and status.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The Great Earth God Realm's hierarchy is evident, with God-level Experts holding power over lower-level lifeforms.
• The God Realm vs. Material Planes: The difference in power and status between lifeforms from Material Planes and the God Realm is emphasized.
• Disguise and True Strength: The ability to disguise one's true strength is highlighted, suggesting that appearances can be deceiving.

Character Interactions

• Hermes and Nick: Their brief interaction shows Hermes' inability to catch Nick, hinting at Nick's speed and Hermes' lack thereof.
• The Middle God Soldier and the Saint Domain Magical Beast: Their interaction demonstrates the power imbalance between God-level Experts and lower-level lifeforms.
• The Guard Captain and his Soldiers: Their conversation reveals their envy of powerful experts who can travel across planes, indicating the respect and awe they hold for such individuals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Pebble Legion soldiers discuss the mysterious soul-hiding ability of a powerful expert they're guarding against.
• Hermes, a High God, arrives at Mirror Moon Cliff in the Destruction Supreme Plane (Hell) via a teleportation array.
• Hermes asks for directions to the Purple Crystal Mountain Range and departs on his Metal Life, encountering and defeating bandits along the way.

Character Developments

• The Pebble Legion soldiers show awe and respect for their High God Captain.
• Hermes demonstrates his power and ruthlessness by easily defeating bandits who attempt to rob him.

Significant Themes

• Power and Status: The Captain's status as a High God commands respect from his subordinates.
• Survival of the Fittest: In Hell, one either grows stronger through slaughter or falls in slaughter.
• Luck and Fate: Hermes's destination in Hell is determined by luck, and he reflects on his own cultivation journey.

Character Interactions

• The Pebble Legion soldiers interact with their Captain, showing deference and amazement at the mysterious expert they're guarding against.
• Hermes briefly interacts with the Purple Thorn Sovereign Legion Captain, asking for directions, and later dispatches bandits who try to rob him.

• Hermes effortlessly defeats a bandit leader and his group, looting their possessions, including Space Rings.
• He discovers that his Golden Space can absorb and refine Ink Stones, potentially providing him with Sovereign Power.
• Among the looted items, Hermes finds a peculiar silver metal with extraordinary hardness, comparable to a Divine Spark.
• After studying it, Hermes attempts to recognize the metal as his own using his blood, which leads to a mysterious event in his sea of consciousness.
• The silver metal breaks apart into countless tiny silver particles within Hermes's consciousness, hinting at an unknown transformation or awakening.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hermes discovers a mysterious silver metal that enters his sea of consciousness and forms a protective shield, Silver Moon.
• Silver Moon is revealed to be a Heaven and Earth Treasure with soul defense capabilities.
• Hermes realizes that Silver Moon's previous owner likely died due to a physical attack.
• Hermes feels more at ease and confident in his journey to the Purple Crystal Mountain Range with Silver Moon's protection.

Character Developments

• Hermes becomes more confident and secure in his abilities, particularly in regards to his soul defense.
• Hermes's understanding of his own strengths and weaknesses deepens, leading him to prioritize protecting his soul.

Significant Themes

• The importance of soul defense and protection in the Hell Plane.
• Hermes's obsession with strength and progress, leading him to seek out the Purple Crystal Mountain Range.
• The value of treasures and artifacts in enhancing one's abilities and assimilation.

Character Interactions

• No significant interactions in this chapter; Hermes primarily interacts with his own thoughts and the Silver Moon Treasure.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hermes, after obtaining a Metal Life, falls from the sky using a Gravity Spell, causing a massive impact in a volcanic region.
• He encounters the Salasis Tribe of Volcanic Giants, led by the patriarch Salasis, who challenges Hermes to a physical combat duel.

Character Developments

• Hermes demonstrates his preference for pure physical combat and his growing strength, improving his combat skills through the duel.
• Salasis, the patriarch of the Salasis Tribe, shows his love for violence and pure physical combat, as well as his admiration for Hermes' strength.

Significant Themes

• The power of physical strength and combat skills.
• The importance of honing skills through practice and challenge.

Character Interactions

• Hermes and Salasis engage in a physical combat duel, with Hermes gradually gaining the upper hand due to his superior physical strength.
• The Volcanic Giants of the Salasis Tribe watch the duel, with some expressing their disapproval of Salasis fighting a younger opponent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hermes challenges Salasis, the Volcanic Giant High-God, to a bare-knuckle brawl without using Divine Power.
• Hermes, despite being a Middle-God, overpowers Salasis, injuring him severely.
• Salasis, despite his injuries, refuses to use Divine Power to heal, showing his stubbornness and adherence to the rules.
• Hermes admires Salasis's integrity and offers his hand in friendship.
• Hermes decides to leave the Bis Volcano Group to participate in the Demon Assessment and obtain a Demon Medal.

Character Developments

• Hermes: Shows his prowess in combat, admiration for Salasis's integrity, and his desire to obtain a Demon Medal.
• Salasis: Demonstrates his stubbornness, adherence to rules, and open-mindedness, even surrendering to Hermes and offering friendship.

Significant Themes

• Honor and Integrity: Both characters display honor and integrity in their actions, with Salasis adhering to the rules of the fight and Hermes admiring his opponent's sincerity.
• Strength and Power: The chapter emphasizes physical strength and power, with both characters appreciating each other's prowess in combat.
• Friendship and Camaraderie: Despite their initial fight, Hermes and Salasis form a bond of friendship and camaraderie.

Character Interactions

• Hermes and Salasis: Their interaction is central to the chapter, starting with a fight and ending with a mutual appreciation and offer of friendship.
• Hermes and the Bis Volcano Group: Hermes interacts with the group, sparring with them and forming a bond, but ultimately decides to leave to participate in the Demon Assessment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hermes receives a Flame Crystal from Salasis, which amplifies fire element energy around him.
• Hermes arrives at Yilan City, where he purchases Metal Life (Shadow of the Cold Moon and Starships) and inquires about Teleportation Scrolls.
• He learns that Teleportation Scrolls can instantly transport him to a designated area, making them valuable for escaping battles or rapid movement.

Character Developments

• Hermes shows interest in exploring new territories and improving his strength.
• Salasis, the chief of the Volcanic Giants, feels envious of Hermes' freedom but is burdened by his clan's needs.

Significant Themes

• The importance of freedom and independence in personal growth and exploration.
• The value of unique skills and treasures in a world dominated by strength.

Character Interactions

• Hermes interacts with Salasis, showing respect and gratitude for the Flame Crystal gift.
• Hermes interacts with a demon horn merchant in Yilan City, displaying curiosity and interest in Teleportation Scrolls.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hermes buys a large number of Teleportation Scrolls from a Demon Horn Merchant, despite suspecting their reliability.
• He then approaches a counter selling Divine Power Potions, which are actually highly compressed elemental energy, not genuine Divine Power.
• Hermes buys one of each potion, including those that enhance combat effectiveness and temporarily boost Law Comprehension ability.

Character Developments

• Hermes demonstrates his shrewdness in business, buying goods despite suspecting their authenticity due to potential value and the Demon Castle's verification.
• He shows a willingness to experiment with new items, like the potions, indicating a curious and adaptable nature.

Significant Themes

• The value of knowledge and adaptability in the face of uncertainty.
• The importance of verification and trust in transactions, as seen in Hermes' reliance on the Demon Castle's endorsement.
• The allure of potential power and enhancement, as represented by the potions.

Character Interactions

• Hermes interacts with two merchants: the Demon Horn Merchant and a three-eyed potion merchant.
• Both merchants treat Hermes with respect due to his apparent wealth and status as a Mid-level God.
• Hermes' interactions with the merchants highlight his cautious nature and willingness to question claims, even when buying goods.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hermes decides to participate in the Demon Assessment to obtain a Demon Medal.
• He meets Susimita, a Middle God working at the Demon Castle's front desk, who warns him about the high mortality rate of the assessment.
• Saba, a skeletal, lewd demon, harasses Susimita and expresses hatred towards Hermes for his good looks.
• Salif, a High-God, intervenes and warns Hermes about Saba's grudges.
• Hermes decides to participate in the Demon Assessment despite the risks.

Character Developments

• Hermes demonstrates his determination and courage by choosing to participate in the Demon Assessment despite the high risks.
• Susimita shows concern for Hermes' safety and tries to dissuade him from participating.
• Saba reveals his lewd and resentful nature, showing his hatred towards Hermes for his good looks.
• Salif displays his protective nature towards Susimita and warns Hermes about Saba's grudges.

Significant Themes

• The dangers and high mortality rate of the Demon Assessment reflect the harsh and unforgiving nature of Hell.
• The importance of self-awareness and caution in a dangerous environment, as shown by Hermes' disdain for Susimita's performance and his fear of being schemed against.
• The theme of physical appearance and its impact on others, as seen through Saba's resentment towards Hermes.

Character Interactions

• Hermes interacts with Susimita, showing indifference to her performance and determination to participate in the Demon Assessment.
• Saba harasses Susimita and expresses his hatred towards Hermes, leading to a tense interaction between them.
• Salif intervenes in the interaction between Saba and Susimita, showing his protective nature and warning Hermes about Saba's grudges.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hermes and Susimita at the Demon Castle: Hermes registers his address for the Demon Assessment, while Susimita, a Demon Castle staff, is dismissive of him. Conrad, a middle-ranked God, also registers, surprising Susimita.
• Hermes' Cultivation: Hermes spends over 20 days cultivating, focusing on finding the compatibility between the Earth Element and Gravity Space Profound Mysteries. He decides to take a break to avoid missing the Demon Assessment.
• Hermes' Pursuer: Hermes notices Conrad following him in Yilan City and confronts him in a deserted alley.

Character Developments

• Hermes: He continues to focus on his cultivation, showing discipline and self-awareness in balancing cultivation and preparation for the Demon Assessment.
• Conrad: Conrad's actions suggest he has a hidden agenda, possibly related to Saba, as he tries to team up with Hermes under false pretenses.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Growth: Hermes' dedication to his cultivation is a central theme, highlighting the importance of balance between focused effort and rest.
• Deception and Trust: Conrad's actions raise questions about trust and deception, as he attempts to deceive Hermes for unknown reasons.

Character Interactions

• Hermes and Susimita: Their interaction is brief but tense, with Susimita showing disdain for Hermes, likely due to his young appearance and lack of reputation.
• Hermes and Conrad: Their interaction is tense and suspicious, with Hermes confronting Conrad about his intentions, leading to Conrad's false claim of wanting to team up.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hermes is approached by Conrad, who wants to team up for the Demon Assessment, but Hermes refuses.
• Hermes suspects Saba, the Skeleton Man, is behind Conrad's attempt to team up.
• Hermes prepares for the Demon Assessment, checking his equipment and supplies.
• Hermes is notified about the Demon Assessment by a young man in black, who arrives at his residence.
• Hermes arrives at the North City Gate of Yilan City for the Demon Assessment, where he encounters Saba and Conrad.

Character Developments

• Hermes remains steadfast in his decision not to team up with others, revealing his independent nature and caution.
• Saba shows his disdain for Hermes but tries to maintain a facade of politeness, indicating his manipulative nature.
• Conrad remains expressionless and obedient, suggesting he is under Saba's control or influence.

Significant Themes

• Trust and betrayal: Hermes' refusal to team up highlights his lack of trust in others, while Saba's attempt to manipulate him underscores the theme of potential betrayal.
• Preparation and caution: Hermes' meticulous preparation for the Demon Assessment emphasizes the importance of being ready and vigilant in the face of uncertainty.
• Power dynamics: The interactions between Hermes, Saba, and Conrad illustrate the power dynamics at play, with Saba attempting to assert his dominance over Hermes.

Character Interactions

• Hermes and Conrad: Hermes' refusal to team up with Conrad sets the tone for their interaction, with Hermes showing no interest in Conrad's proposal.
• Hermes and Saba: The tension between Hermes and Saba is palpable, with Saba trying to assert his authority and Hermes refusing to back down.
• Hermes and the young man in black: Their brief interaction is cordial and efficient, with the young man in black simply performing his duties without any notable friction.

1. Key Plot Points and Events

• Hermes follows Saba and Conrad to a metal lifeform for the Demon Assessment.
• The assessment's destination is Zhelan Fort, 70 million li away, requiring a two-and-a-half-month journey by metal lifeform.
• The mission involves killing at least one Sand Bandit inhabiting Zhelan Fort and retrieving their 'Blocking Gold Saber' as proof.

2. Character Developments

• Hermes remains calm and composed, showing no fear despite the dangerous mission.
• Saba, despite his bravado, fears Salif and is cautious around him.
• The white-haired middle-aged man, a High God cultivating the Law of Light, is introduced as the assessor.

3. Significant Themes

• Danger and Mortality: The Demon Assessment is portrayed as extremely dangerous, with a high mortality rate.
• Power Dynamics: Strength and power are emphasized as crucial factors in survival and success.
• Risk and Reward: The mission's high risk is balanced by the potential wealth and rewards from killing Sand Bandits.

4. Character Interactions

• Hermes, Saba, and Conrad form a loose alliance, with Saba showing interest in Hermes' abilities.
• Salif's presence intimidates Saba, demonstrating Salif's fearsome reputation.
• The white-haired middle-aged man and Brittany, representing the Demon Castle, provide mission details and answer participants' questions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The middle-aged man reveals that the Black Knight and the master of Zhelan Fort are the targets, not Hermes and his group.
• After two and a half months, they reach the Blocking Ancient Castle in the desert.
• Hermes encounters other Demon Assessors but declines all team-up offers.

Character Developments

• Hermes remains confident and independent, showing no interest in forming alliances.
• Saba, a three-star demon, threatens Hermes.
• Frederi, a female Deity, manipulates several male God (neutral) into helping her complete the Demon Assessment.

Significant Themes

• Survival of the Fittest: The Demon Assessment is a test of strength, wisdom, and courage, with a low pass rate, reflecting Hell's harsh survival principles.
• Conceit vs. Confidence: Hermes's arrogance is seen as conceited by others, but he remains confident in his abilities and independent in his decisions.
• Manipulation and Alliances: Frederi uses her beauty and promises to manipulate male God (neutral) into helping her, highlighting the importance of alliances in survival.

Character Interactions

• Hermes ignores or dismisses other Demon Assessors' invitations to team up, showing his independence and self-confidence.
• Saba threatens Hermes, showing hostility towards him.
• Frederi manipulates several male God (neutral) into helping her, demonstrating her cunning and manipulative nature.

Key Plot Points

• Hermes and other Demon Assessment candidates reach the Blocking Castle.
• The castle gate slams shut as they enter, isolating them.
• Hermes discovers the interior is a complex maze.
• A Gatekeeper appears, revealing knowledge of the Blocking Gold Saber and challenging the candidates.

Character Developments

• Hermes remains determined despite the unexpected challenges.
• Demon Assessment candidates become wary of each other due to the potential spy.

Significant Themes

• Trust and suspicion among the candidates.
• The unpredictable nature of the Demon Assessment.
• The power of the Blocking Castle and its Gatekeeper.

Character Interactions

• Hermes and other candidates exchange glances, revealing determination and wariness.
• Hermes takes the initiative to challenge the Gatekeeper, with others following suit.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Participants in the Demon Assessment find their vision and Spiritual Sense blocked.
• Hermes engages in battles with Yellow Armored People, obtaining a Blocking Gold Saber.
• He observes and analyzes the Yellow Sand Domain, understanding the Profound Mystery of the Earth Walking Technique.
• Hermes attempts to integrate this new Profound Mystery into his ultimate move, 'Mist Shadow Heavy'.
• Blocking Knights, powerful ace combatants, appear and attack the assessors, causing heavy casualties.
• Freya, a divine being, is killed by a Blocking Knight, and her true self does not escape.

Character Developments

• Hermes demonstrates his strength, combat experience, and analytical skills by observing and understanding the Yellow Sand Domain.
• Freya's death reveals her divine status and her use as a shield by the Blue-Haired Hook-Nosed Man.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding and integrating Profound Mysteries of Law for cultivation progress.
• The harsh reality of power dynamics, where even divine beings can be expendable in the face of greater power.

Character Interactions

• Hermes battles against the Yellow Armored People, showcasing his combat prowess.
• The Blue-Haired Hook-Nosed Man uses Freya as a shield, highlighting his selfishness and desperation.
• The Blocking Knights attack the assessors, demonstrating their formidable power and the threat they pose.