Ch. 401Chapter 401

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Milk Cat Photon's Spiritual Power is tested, revealing he's at Third Stage, Weak Dog Rank.
  • Keikain Yura offers to take Takahashi Ailing as her disciple to help her regain supernatural power.
  • Yu discusses with Sora and Ei about the next course of action after Nine-Tails' defeat.
  • Ie and Natsune return to the Tiwi Islands, sharing their experiences from the battlefield with their companions.

Character Developments

  • Milk Cat Photon's pride is hurt after his Spiritual Power test, but he remains loyal to Takahashi Ailing.
  • Takahashi Ailing accepts Keikain Yura's offer to become her disciple.
  • Ie and Natsune grow in experience and confidence after participating in the battle against Nine-Tails.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle for power and recognition in supernatural society.
  • The consequences of losing one's supernatural abilities.
  • The importance of mentorship and guidance in cultivation.

Character Interactions

  • Milk Cat Photon interacts with the Keikain Family, feeling humiliated and seeking comfort from Takahashi Ailing.
  • Takahashi Ailing and Keikain Yura discuss Ailing's future and Yura's offer to take her as a disciple.
  • Ie and Natsune interact with their companions, sharing their experiences from the battlefield and showing concern for each other's well-being.

Ch. 402Action in the Shadows

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Teenagers left behind from the laboratory establish a secret base, stocked with weapons and supplies acquired through trade with Roman.
  • Ie and Natsune learn about the origin of Ie's eyes from the Great Tengu and decide to use them despite potential risks.
  • The teenagers plan to destroy a secret laboratory in Katherine City that creates superhumans like them.
  • In Kyoto, Abe no Seimei cultivates thousands of Hundred Demons and occupies the city, renaming it Heian-kyo.
  • Takashi and Kuko Yoa infiltrate Heian-kyo, capture a Crow Tengu, and are later approached by a mysterious girl.

Character Developments

  • Ie and Natsune grow more aggressive and determined to fight against the creation of superhuman experiments.
  • Takashi remains calm and focused on his mission, showing no interest in interrogation techniques.
  • Kuko Yoa gains confidence in her ability to interrogate after absorbing the Yamata no Orochi Remains.
  • A mysterious girl is introduced, who seems to have some connection to the Crow Tengu.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of human experimentation and the desire to put an end to it.
  • The power dynamics between different factions and the potential threats they pose.
  • The struggle between good and evil, as represented by the teenagers' determination to fight against the creation of superhumans and the mysterious girl's request.

Character Interactions

  • Ie and Natsune work together to plan their attack on the Katherine City laboratory, showing camaraderie and shared purpose.
  • Takashi and Kuko Yoa infiltrate Heian-kyo together, demonstrating their ability to work as a team despite their different personalities and skills.
  • The mysterious girl interacts with Takashi and Kuko Yoa, hinting at a potential alliance or conflict between them.

Ch. 403World's Number One Spectacle (Temporary)

Summary of Chapter 403: The World's Greatest Wonder (For Now)

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Philippine Great Rift, a massive underwater canyon created by the battle between Suzuka Gozen, Otake-maru, and Tamamo-no-Mae, has become a place of cultivation for extraordinary individuals due to the residual Spiritual Power of powerful beings.
  • Rufu and his group are training in the canyon, with Rufu demonstrating a new ability similar to Asura's black lightning.
  • Azure Dragon (Sora) and her group are summoned to Scenic Island by Kuko Yoa, who needs their help as she has discovered new Yamata no Orochi Remains and fears for her safety.

Character Developments

  • Rufu shows significant growth in his strength and understanding of abilities, learning a powerful technique by observation alone.
  • Kuko Yoa continues to struggle with the influence of Yamata no Orochi and seeks help from Sora and her group.
  • Sora, Ei, and Kuko Yoa's relationship deepens as they work together to protect Kuko Yoa and potentially find a way to free her from Yamata no Orochi's influence.

Significant Themes

  • The power of gods and Ghost Gods, and the influence they have on the world and those who seek their legacies.
  • The struggle between ambition and desperation, as seen in Roman's thoughts about obtaining power at any cost.
  • The importance of training and pushing one's limits, as demonstrated by Rufu and his group in the Philippine Great Rift.

Character Interactions

  • Rufu and his group interact, with Rufu teaching his new ability to the others and discussing the possibility of learning Asura's black lightning.
  • Sora, Ei, and Kuko Yoa interact, with Sora and Ei offering to help Kuko Yoa consume the new Yamata no Orochi Remains safely and protect her from potential threats.
  • The Reuters reporter interviews Sea Kingdom Folk about the Philippine Great Rift, highlighting the awe and fear inspired by the power of the gods.

Ch. 404Walking Above the Nine Heavens

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Sora and Ei are on an island, under attack by three Ghost Ranks.
  • Kuko Yoa, who had been cooperating with Asura, is now seeking help from Sora and Ei.
  • Takashi is captured by Minamoto Kagura, who wants to know about his companion's past.
  • Yu, from his office, decides to wait before gathering forces for a decisive battle at Heian-kyo.
  • Yu flies into space using his repulsion ability, reaching an altitude of eight hundred thousand meters.

Character Developments

  • Sora shows interest in the enemy's strength and tactics.
  • Takashi remains calm and composed even in captivity.
  • Yu demonstrates his immense power by flying into space.

Significant Themes

  • The power dynamics between different supernatural forces.
  • The consequences of Abe no Seimei's return and his intentions.
  • Yu's increasing power and his reflection on his humanity.

Character Interactions

  • Sora and Ei are united in facing the enemy threat.
  • Kuko Yoa seeks help from Sora and Ei, showing a shift in alliances.
  • Takashi and Minamoto Kagura have a conversation, revealing Kagura's interest in Takashi's companion.
  • Yu communicates with Sora, giving orders and sharing his thoughts.

Ch. 405'Akatsuki Organization' in Action

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Akatsuki Organization, led by Ie, Natsune, and Fanqiu, attacks an experimental base in Katherine City, Australia.
  • They destroy the base's power system and communications, then engage and defeat the military forces.
  • Ie uses his Eye of God ability to extract information from the base commander and rescue the test subjects.
  • The rescued test subjects join the Akatsuki Organization after Ie uses his ability to identify and eliminate spies among them.
  • The Commonwealth, pressured by the Akatsuki Organization's actions, decides to launch a 'forced destruction' operation against the escaped test subjects.

Character Developments

  • Ie: Shows his leadership, strategic thinking, and the power of his Eye of God ability.
  • Natsune: Demonstrates his calm and collected demeanor, as well as his ability to control and command others.
  • Fanqiu: Reveals her aggressive and violent nature, but also her desire for justice and retribution against those who wronged them.
  • The Test Subjects: Initially confused and bewildered, they eventually join the Akatsuki Organization after learning the truth about their treatment and the Commonwealth's intentions.

Significant Themes

  • Freedom vs. Oppression: The test subjects' struggle for freedom against the Commonwealth's oppressive experimentation.
  • Trust and Betrayal: The Akatsuki Organization's need to identify and eliminate spies among the rescued test subjects.
  • Power and Responsibility: The Commonwealth's use of power for personal gain and their lack of responsibility towards the test subjects.

Character Interactions

  • Ie, Natsune, and Fanqiu: Work together as a team, each using their unique abilities to accomplish their mission.
  • Ie and the Test Subjects: Ie explains the situation to the test subjects, offers them a choice to join the Akatsuki Organization or return to their families, and uses his ability to identify spies among them.
  • The Influential Figures of the Commonwealth: Discuss and decide on the 'forced destruction' operation against the escaped test subjects, highlighting their fear and desperation.

Ch. 406Daily Life

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Osaka remains populated despite the occupation of Kyoto by Heian-kyo, due to lack of safer alternatives.
  • Kuko Yoa and Teach plan to rescue Asura, with Kuko contacting the Akatsuki Organization for help.
  • Yu and Director Takeya discuss strategies for conquering Heian-kyo, including calling in experts from the Philippines.
  • Yu and Sora go shopping in Bunkyo Ward (Academy City), where a sudden explosion occurs.

Character Developments

  • Kuko Yoa shows determination and resourcefulness in planning Asura's rescue.
  • Yu shows concern for Sora's well-being and takes her out for shopping.
  • Sora demonstrates her courage and decisiveness by wanting to investigate the explosion.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle for survival and safety in a post-apocalyptic world.
  • The importance of daily life and normalcy amidst chaos and danger.
  • The power dynamics between different factions and the potential for alliances.

Character Interactions

  • Kuko Yoa and Teach discuss their plans, with Kuko showing confidence in Asura's survival.
  • Yu and Director Takeya strategize about conquering Heian-kyo, acknowledging the need for external help.
  • Yu and Sora go out together, with Sora showing concern for her brother's well-being and Yu accommodating her wishes.
  • Sora's actions in the face of the explosion demonstrate her courage and willingness to act, contrasting with her previously more passive role.

Ch. 407Leisurely Time

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yu and Sora encounter a female researcher who has broken through to Wolf Rank after enduring intense pressure and negative information instilled by experiments on orphan test subjects.
  • The female researcher is rescued by Yu, who informs the Metropolitan Police Department.
  • Yu and Sora encounter Sakura Hibiki, a classmate who has developed the ability to digest food into chakra and expel it, resembling the Life Return ability from One Piece.
  • Yu offers Sakura Hibiki a part-time job teaching her ability at Jujutsu High.

Character Developments

  • Yu demonstrates his ability to read thoughts and his decisive nature in handling the experiment situation.
  • Sakura Hibiki shows her unique ability and reluctance to engage in combat or teaching.
  • Ie, the leader of the Akatsuki Organization, expresses his enjoyment of the admiration and respect of his fellow members.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of unethical experiments on human subjects.
  • The power of perseverance and resilience in the face of adversity (female researcher breaking through to Wolf Rank).
  • The value of unique abilities and talents (Sakura Hibiki's Life Return ability).
  • The importance of community and cooperation (Ie's experience with the Akatsuki Organization).

Character Interactions

  • Yu and Sora work together to handle the experiment situation, with Sora using her gravity manipulation to subdue the female researcher.
  • Yu and Sakura Hibiki encounter each other, with Yu offering her a job at Jujutsu High.
  • Ie interacts with Fanqiu, who climbs into his bed, leaving him confused and flustered.

Ch. 408Action Begins

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Ie and Fanqiu's relationship progresses, and they spend time together after their battle.
  • Ie decides to lead a group to hunt Servant Demons and Chimeras in the Philippine Sea for resources.
  • The Commonwealth secretly gathers extraordinary faction leaders to eliminate a batch of out-of-control "test subjects."
  • Rufu decides to go alone to repay the Island Nation's favor and deal with the supernatural disaster "Heian-kyo."

Character Developments

  • Ie: Shows growth as a leader, making decisions for the Akatsuki Organization's future.
  • Fanqiu: Demonstrates decisiveness and maturity in her relationship with Ie.
  • Rufu: Shows responsibility and bravery by deciding to face a powerful enemy alone.

Significant Themes

  • Power and its consequences: Characters seek power but also face its challenges and responsibilities.
  • Relationships: Romantic and friendly relationships develop and strengthen.
  • Leadership: Characters display leadership qualities and make decisions for their groups.

Character Interactions

  • Ie and Fanqiu: Their relationship deepens, and they support each other.
  • Ie and Natsune: They work together to lead the Akatsuki Organization.
  • Rufu and his team: They express concern for Rufu's safety and support his decision.
  • Extraordinary faction leaders: They gather to discuss a secret mission from the Commonwealth.

Ch. 409The Overture Begins

Chapter Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Rufu, Anne, and Roman arrive in Japan for the impending war.
  • The Akatsuki Organization's forces, including Higashi Takami and her companions, gather in Heian-kyo.
  • The Commonwealth launches a surprise attack on the Akatsuki Organization's base in the Tiwi Islands.

Character Developments

  • Rufu, Anne, and Roman are determined to protect their respective nations and interests.
  • Higashi Takami and her companions (Itsuki, Nobuna, Kuko Yoa, Azure Dragon, Black Tortoise, and Teach) unite to face the impending battle.
  • Fanqiu, left in charge of the Tiwi Islands base, rallies the troops to defend against the Commonwealth's attack.

Significant Themes

  • Unity and cooperation among different factions and individuals to face a common enemy.
  • The consequences of past actions and the need to take responsibility for them.
  • The struggle for survival and the will to fight against overwhelming odds.

Character Interactions

  • Rufu, Anne, and Roman discuss strategies and preparations for the war.
  • Higashi Takami and her companions share their thoughts and concerns about the upcoming battle.
  • Fanqiu takes charge of the Tiwi Islands base and inspires her fellow superhumans to defend their home against the Commonwealth's attack.

Ch. 410410. Reinforcements

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Transcendent powerhouses gather outside Heian-kyo, including Kafka's army, Yagyu Onoda's Samurai, and Kawai Mai's group.
  • Mount Koya's Dharma Monks, led by Master Shio, arrive to clear the way into Heian-kyo.
  • Other factions, such as the Azure Dragon and his group, also enter the mist.
  • In Indonesia, Ie races back to the Tiwi Islands, only to find his companions captured and the base under attack.
  • The Commonwealth military pursues Ie, and a nuclear bomb is launched to bury him and his companions.

Character Developments

  • Kafka's bearing has become steadier after a few months, and he has created "Transcendent Potions" to upgrade his officers.
  • Yagyu Onoda remains unchanged, still wielding the same pair of swords.
  • Kawai Mai is determined to face Abe no Seimei despite her fears, knowing that the survival of the Island Nation depends on it.
  • Master Shio demonstrates his power and influence by leading a massive procession of Dharma Monks.
  • Ie shows unwavering determination to save his companions, even in the face of overwhelming odds.

Significant Themes

  • Unity and cooperation among different factions to face a common enemy.
  • The power of determination and resolve in the face of adversity.
  • The consequences of inaction and the importance of taking responsibility.

Character Interactions

  • Kafka and Yagyu Onoda acknowledge each other's presence and accomplishments.
  • Kawai Mai, Earth Spider, and Director Takeya discuss their mission and the potential consequences.
  • Master Shio and Yagyu Onoda discuss their strategy and the scale of their operation.
  • Ie and Fan's reunion is cut short by the nuclear bomb, highlighting the cruel reality of their situation.

Ch. 411Mangekyo Sharingan

Key Plot Points and Events

  • A nuclear explosion with a yield of tens of millions of tons (equivalent to a 75-megaton Super Three-Phase Bomb) is detonated in Darwin City, Australia, causing massive destruction and casualties.
  • Ie, a spiky-haired youth, survives the blast due to his Eye of God ability and searches for his companions, but finds no trace of them.
  • Ie, enraged by the loss of his companions, attacks the Commonwealth fleet responsible for the blast, destroying warships and killing superhumans.
  • Ie uses a new ability, Ame-no-Makakoyumi, to kill all remaining enemies on the battlefield with a single crimson arrow, including those who had fled.

Character Developments

  • Ie's Eye of God ability evolves, allowing him to survive a nuclear blast and granting him new powers, including Divine Incarnation and Ame-no-Makakoyumi.
  • Ie's emotional state deteriorates due to the loss of his companions, leading him to act recklessly and with intense fury.

Significant Themes

  • The destructive power of humanity's ultimate weapons and the consequences of their use.
  • The emotional toll of loss and the potential for reckless behavior in response to it.
  • The evolution of abilities and the discovery of new powers in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

  • Ie interacts with no one directly in this chapter, as he is consumed by grief and rage, leading him to act independently and violently.
  • The Commonwealth fleet and the superhumans hired by them are the targets of Ie's wrath, leading to their destruction.
  • The pirate captain named Henry, who had fled the scene, is also killed by Ie's Ame-no-Makakoyumi ability.

Ch. 412Feel the Pain

Key Plot Points and Events

  • A battle between Crow Tengu and the Transcendent Countermeasures Division occurs, showcasing their wide-area abilities.
  • The island nation's Prime Minister informs Director Takeya about a Skeleton Giant, a powerful Transcendent, wreaking havoc in Australia.
  • England's officials discuss their inability to secure aid from other nations due to the Skeleton Giant's threat.
  • Ie, after venting his anger, finds remnants of Natsune and the others' clothes, indicating their demise.
  • Ie transforms into a Skeleton Giant and attacks a fleeing fleet, vowing revenge.

Character Developments

  • Director Takeya: Struggles with the island nation's involvement in the Skeleton Giant crisis while dealing with Heian-kyo.
  • Ie: Experiences grief and despair upon discovering Natsune and the others' fate, leading to a vow for revenge.

Significant Themes

  • Consequences of reckless experimentation (Skeleton Giant's creation).
  • The struggle between personal loss and global responsibility (Director Takeya, Ie).
  • Desperation and retaliation (England's situation, Ie's actions).

Character Interactions

  • Director Takeya and the island nation's Prime Minister: Discuss the Skeleton Giant crisis and its implications.
  • Ie and the remnants of Natsune and the others: Ie's emotional response to their loss drives his actions.
  • England's officials: Discuss their inability to secure aid and the potential consequences.

Ch. 413Void Dog Cannon (Tailed Beast Bomb)

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yu awakens the Mangekyo Sharingan and gains the ability to create a space called Kamimusubi no Mikoto.
  • Ie, now possessing the power of Susanoo's Eye of God, flies to Canberra, Australia, to confront the Australian government.
  • Ie declares judgment on the city and prepares to unleash a Tailed Beast Bomb-like attack, which he names "Void Dog Cannon."

Character Developments

  • Yu continues to grow in power, awakening the Mangekyo Sharingan and gaining new abilities.
  • Ie, driven by his desire for revenge, embraces his newfound power and seeks to punish those responsible for his loved ones' deaths.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of one's actions and the cycle of violence and revenge.
  • The struggle between wanting power to protect loved ones and the corruption that power can bring.
  • The theme of knowledge and understanding, with Ie now understanding the pain he once caused and seeking to make others understand it as well.

Character Interactions

  • Yu and Ie's relationship remains distant, with Yu providing Ie with knowledge and power but not actively interacting with him.
  • Ie's interactions with the Australian government are hostile, as he seeks to punish them for their role in the incident that led to his loved ones' deaths.

Ch. 414Capital City Match-3

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The group encounters a Mikoshi-nyudo, a powerful Hundred Demons creature, guarding Rajomon Gate. Yagyu Onoda defeats it using Spiritual Power blades from his broken sword hilts.
  • They enter Heian-kyo's core region, with Yagyu Onoda leading the vanguard.
  • Director Takeya receives news that Canberra, Australia, has been erased by Ie, a descendant of Susanoo, using his Void Dog Cannon ability, causing 410,300 deaths.
  • KYG, a supernatural being and livestreamer, reports that Ie is targeting cities for revenge, with Canberra and Wellington being destroyed.

Character Developments

  • Yagyu Onoda demonstrates his ability to condense Spiritual Power into weapons, defeating the Mikoshi-nyudo with ease.
  • Ie, a descendant of Susanoo, showcases his immense destructive power, erasing entire cities with a single Void Dog Cannon attack.

Significant Themes

  • The destructive power of supernatural beings and the consequences of their actions.
  • The fear and chaos caused by Ie's attacks, leading to uncertainty and hesitation among the Island Nation's leaders.
  • The potential threat posed by test subjects who have obtained supernatural powers.

Character Interactions

  • Yagyu Onoda takes the lead in battle, clearing the way for the group to enter Heian-kyo.
  • Director Takeya discusses the situation with the Island Nation's prime minister, considering the implications of Ie's actions on their plans.
  • KYG livestreams the destruction caused by Ie, providing information to the world about the supernatural disaster.

Ch. 415A Chaotic Commonwealth

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Director Takeya learns of Ie's destruction of a city in a single blast, questioning if Ie's power has reached Dragon Rank.
  • Chaos spreads across the Commonwealth as citizens learn the truth about the upper echelons' actions.
  • In London, citizens riot and attack government buildings, searching for the Prime Minister and other officials who have fled.
  • People attempt to evacuate the city, leading to violence and destruction on the roads.
  • Wealthy individuals try to escape by air, but are blocked by other nations' forces.
  • Ie rests and recovers his Spiritual Power, planning to continue his city-destroying rampage.

Character Developments

  • Director Takeya grapples with the unpredictable situation and Ie's power, contemplating the possible collapse of the Island Nation.
  • The citizens of the Commonwealth nations react with anger and fear, leading to widespread chaos and violence.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of the upper echelons' actions and the truth coming to light.
  • The desperation and panic of ordinary citizens facing imminent danger.
  • The disparity between the wealthy and the common people in times of crisis.

Character Interactions

  • Director Takeya interacts with Kawa Mai and Tenma Nozomi, expressing his concerns about the situation.
  • Citizens of the Commonwealth nations interact with each other and government officials, reacting to the crisis with anger, fear, and desperation.

Ch. 416Shuten-doji (FGO Version)

Key Plot Points

  • Ie, the Destroyer God descendant, terrorizes the world with his Void Dog Cannons, leading to a global naval blockade of the British Isles.
  • England's Prime Minister, Starmer, flees to Reims Cathedral in France, seeking divine protection.
  • In Heian-kyo, Abe no Seimei's plan is disrupted by Ie's actions, and he decides to invite the strongest humans to meet him.

Character Developments

  • Ie's terrifying power and lack of restraint cause global panic and outrage.
  • Starmer's desperation and cunning as he flees England.
  • Seimei's strategic planning and manipulation, inviting the strongest humans to meet him.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of unchecked power and lack of restraint (Ie's actions).
  • The desperation and resourcefulness of those facing imminent danger (Starmer's flight).
  • The manipulation and control of events by those in power (Seimei's actions).

Character Interactions

  • The global community's united front against Ie, leading to a naval blockade of the British Isles.
  • Starmer's interactions with the French population as he seeks refuge in Reims Cathedral.
  • Seimei's interactions with Minamoto no Hiromasa, revealing his plans to invite the strongest humans to meet him.

Ch. 417The Truth of the World (Not)

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The group encounters Shuten-doji, who is now a drunken little girl, and follows her to meet Abe no Seimei.
  • They witness a battle between Ghost Rank experts, including Teach, Kuko Yoa, and Oda Nobuna, against the Minamoto Clan's Four Heavenly Kings.
  • Seimei shows them a metaphor using fish and a pond to explain the depletion of Spiritual Power as a result of divine wars.

Character Developments

  • Shuten-doji's transformation into a little girl is met with disbelief and shock by Ibaraki.
  • Seimei reveals his perspective on gods, demons, and the destruction of worlds.

Significant Themes

  • The true nature of gods and their actions.
  • The consequences of divine wars on the human world.
  • The struggle for power and acceptance of one's fate.

Character Interactions

  • Shuten-doji and Ibaraki's interaction highlights the latter's disbelief and shock at the former's transformation.
  • Seimei interacts with the group, revealing his perspective on divine wars and their impact on the human world.
  • Teach, Kuko Yoa, and Oda Nobuna fight against the Minamoto Clan's Four Heavenly Kings, showcasing their skills and power.

Ch. 418418. The Scars of England

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • England prepares for war against Ie, deploying over 100,000 troops.
  • The king orders the military to fight until the end but acknowledges the futility of their efforts against Ie's power.
  • Ie destroys the Canadian capital and crosses the Atlantic towards England.
  • The Royal Navy attempts to intercept Ie but suffers heavy losses, with the aircraft carrier Prince of Wales and several destroyers being sunk.
  • The old king and Princess Charlotte go to the command center to witness Ie's advance.

Character Developments

  • The old king shows resolve and accepts his duty to stay and face the crisis, despite knowing the likely outcome.
  • Princess Charlotte demonstrates maturity and bravery, choosing to stay with her grandfather instead of evacuating.
  • The military commanders show dedication and courage in their attempts to exhaust Ie's power, accepting their role as sacrifices.

Significant Themes

  • The futility of human resistance against divine-blooded superhumans like Ie.
  • The importance of facing one's duties and responsibilities, even in the face of certain defeat.
  • The theme of sacrifice for a greater cause, as seen in the military's mission to exhaust Ie's power.

Character Interactions

  • The old king and Princess Charlotte share a tender moment, with the king affectionately patting her head and addressing her as "my little angel."
  • The old king and Princess Charlotte discuss the meaning of life and her decision to stay with him.
  • The military commanders interact with the old king, reporting the situation and acknowledging his leadership.

Ch. 419419. This Holy Sword Was Picked Up By Me

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Ie, a divine-blooded Transcendent, destroys England's defenses and advances towards London, causing widespread panic and destruction.
  • The English king surrenders and asks for mercy, but Ie continues his attack.
  • Ie fires blood-red arrows at the fleeing English officials, then begins charging the Void Dog Cannon.
  • The English king and some generals commit suicide, while the princess, Charlotte, remains on the rooftop.
  • A white oak sprouts in the Buckingham Palace garden, and Merlin, the legendary archmage, appears.
  • Merlin gives Charlotte a holy sword and asks her to protect Britain.
  • Charlotte draws the sword and calls upon its true name, Durandal.

Character Developments

  • Ie: Shows no mercy and continues his destructive path, pausing only when Charlotte calls upon Durandal.
  • The English King: Accepts responsibility and surrenders, then commits suicide.
  • Charlotte: Remains calm and determined in the face of destruction, accepts the holy sword from Merlin, and calls upon Durandal.
  • Merlin: Appears after being imprisoned in an oak tree for centuries, gives Charlotte the holy sword, and believes in her ability to protect Britain.

Significant Themes

  • Destruction and mercy: Ie's relentless destruction contrasts with Charlotte's plea for mercy, and Merlin's intervention offers a chance for redemption.
  • Responsibility and atonement: The English king accepts responsibility for the actions of his government, while Merlin takes responsibility for guarding Britain's future.
  • Legacy and return: Merlin's appearance hints at the return of King Arthur, while Charlotte's acceptance of the holy sword suggests a new legacy of protection for Britain.

Character Interactions

  • Ie and the English King: The king surrenders and asks for mercy, but Ie shows no signs of stopping.
  • Charlotte and the English King: The king asks Charlotte for forgiveness before committing suicide.
  • Charlotte and Merlin: Merlin gives Charlotte the holy sword and believes in her ability to protect Britain.
  • Merlin and the other nations: Merlin's appearance is watched by powerful figures from various countries, who recognize him and hope for England's salvation.

Ch. 420My Holy Sword!!

Key Plot Points and Events

  • England's Grand Princess Charlotte is revealed to possess the holy sword Durandal, one of Europe's three great holy swords.
  • Charlotte uses the sword's powers to block a Tailed Beast Bomb attack from Ie, the divine descendant, saving London.
  • Charlotte and her duplicates, empowered by Durandal, engage Ie in battle.

Character Developments

  • Charlotte: Demonstrates newfound power and confidence after wielding Durandal, leading her to engage Ie in battle.
  • Ie: Shows concern and caution when facing Charlotte's empowered attacks.

Significant Themes

  • The power of belief and faith, represented by Durandal and the divine protections it bestows.
  • The consequences of theft and deception, as France mourns the loss of their holy sword.

Character Interactions

  • Charlotte vs. Ie: The two engage in a fierce battle, with Charlotte's newfound powers challenging Ie's divine might.
  • France vs. England: The French officials are dismayed and envious as they watch England's princess wield their stolen holy sword.
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