Ch. 81The Scale of the Holy City and the Birth of the Lord in Yellow
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Holy City of the Children of Lava has expanded massively over ten thousand years, now covering an area of about 130,000 square kilometers, with five colossal walls and a diverse population.
- The city is divided into an inner city and an outer city with four rings, each symbolizing different social classes.
- The Holy City's plaza, where important events are announced, is the venue for Chloe's presentation.
- A monstrous, weeping fleshy mass, considered divine punishments and sorrowful souls, resides in the plaza.
- The yellow octopus from the God War ten thousand years ago has transformed into a humanoid, monstrous giant and returns to the Abyss Sea.
- The yellow giant finds its brothers' flesh masses resurrecting and decides to protect them.
- The Frog-Fish People, believing the yellow giant to be their deity's brother, are overjoyed and eager to serve him.
Character Developments
- Chloe, the focus of the chapter, is presented to the public, showing a mix of pity and resignation towards his ancestor's fate.
- The yellow octopus transforms into a humanoid giant, gaining intelligence and self-awareness, and becomes the 'Lord in Yellow'.
- The Frog-Fish People's priests, after years of feeding their deity's flesh masses, are overjoyed at the potential return of their god and his brother.
Significant Themes
- The passage of time and its impact on society and the environment.
- The consequences of the God War and the divine punishments.
- The struggle for survival and power among different races.
- The potential for transformation and change, both physical and societal.
Character Interactions
- Chloe interacts with the crowd, his teacher, and the King and Queen, showing a mix of emotions.
- The yellow giant interacts with the Frog-Fish People, showing indifference and annoyance at their attempts to communicate.
- The Frog-Fish People's priests interact with the yellow giant, believing him to be their deity's brother and eager to serve him.