Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Otto appears, causing trouble as usual.
• Dr. Tesla tries to convince Siegfried to accept Kiana as his daughter, emphasizing the importance of a name and identity.
• Durandal explores memories in a mysterious space, guided by an unknown voice.
• The voice reveals itself as the will of the space, an extension of the Stigmata, and challenges Durandal to a trial.

Character Developments

• Siegfried struggles with trust issues due to past betrayals, making it difficult for him to accept Kiana.
• Durandal demonstrates curiosity and determination as she navigates the mysterious space and faces the unknown voice.
• Dr. Tesla shows unexpected emotional depth and wisdom in her conversation with Siegfried.

Significant Themes

• Identity and self-discovery (significance of a name, understanding one's path)
• Trust and betrayal (Siegfried's struggle, the voice's mistrust of Otto)
• Destiny and free will (the voice's perspective on fate and impulses)

Character Interactions

• Dr. Tesla and Siegfried: Tesla tries to persuade Siegfried to accept Kiana, highlighting the importance of love and identity.
• Durandal and the voice: They engage in a philosophical discussion about destiny and free will, leading to the trial challenge.
• Durandal and the audience: The audience watches Durandal's journey and interacts with her through comments, expressing their thoughts and questions.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Durandal faces the Stigmata Space's will, which reveals it guides the successor of a special Stigmata.
• The will mentions Kevin Kaslana and his ancestor, hinting at a family lineage.
• Durandal witnesses a memory of Otto saving a severely injured child (Kiana) and giving her a new identity.
• The Stigmata Space reveals that it collects and stores memories of those with the Kaslana bloodline and Stigmata.

Character Developments

• Durandal: Realizes her connection to the Kaslana family and the Stigmata Space.
• Otto: Shows far-sighted planning and acceptance of his future fate.
• Kiana: Implied to have been given a new identity by Otto.

Significant Themes

• Bloodline and destiny: The Kaslana family's Stigmata and its influence on their lives.
• Sacrifice and atonement: Otto's acceptance of his potential future at the hands of Kiana.
• Truth and revelation: The uncovering of hidden memories and facts.

Character Interactions

• Durandal and the Stigmata Space's will: They interact as Durandal seeks to understand her situation and the will guides her.
• Otto and Ragna: They discuss Kiana's future and Otto's plans for her.
• Live stream viewers: Interact with each other, reacting to the revealed information and memories.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Durandal learns she is the real Kiana Kaslana, the "third party" in the memory.
• The viewers are shocked by Kiana's survival and her cultivation by Otto.
• Kiana decides to keep her identity a secret until the right time.
• The will of Stigmata Space challenges Durandal to a fight to unlock her full power.
• The will of Stigmata Space shows Kiana's past memories, revealing Cecilia's wish for her daughter's happiness and freedom of choice.
• The will of Stigmata Space criticizes the Kaslana family's fate, comparing it to Sisyphus's myth.

Character Developments

• Durandal/Kiana accepts her true identity but chooses to keep it secret for now.
• The will of Stigmata Space shows interest in Durandal's unique power and her memories.
• Kiana's past is revealed, showing her mother's love and wish for her happiness.

Significant Themes

• Identity and self-discovery (Durandal/Kiana's true identity and her struggle with it).
• The burden of fate and destiny (the Kaslana family's cyclical fate and the comparison to Sisyphus).
• The power of choice and free will (Cecilia's wish for her daughter's happiness and freedom of choice).

Character Interactions

• Durandal/Kiana interacts with the will of Stigmata Space, learning about her past and facing its challenges.
• The viewers in the live stream react to the revelations about Kiana's identity and past.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Durandal faces the will of Stigmata Space, which reveals the true purpose of the Kaslana family's Stigmata: to transcend boundaries between imaginary and real numbers, wield Honkai, and embrace truth with a mortal body.
• Durandal battles the will of Stigmata Space, which narrates the past of Kaslana ancestors and challenges Durandal to defeat herself and bid farewell to the past.
• Durandal defeats the will of Stigmata Space and encounters a shadow of Kevin, who guards the special Stigmata. She asks questions about the Kaslana Stigmata and Otto's intentions.

Character Developments

• Durandal: Shows resilience and a unique worldview, defending the value of every human life, even those who fail to reach their peak. She proves her worth and defeats the will of Stigmata Space.
• Kevin (shadow): Reveals crucial information about the Kaslana Stigmata and Otto's intentions. He is straightforward and honest, unlike the real Kevin.

Significant Themes

• The value of human life, regardless of success or failure.
• The true purpose of the Kaslana family's Stigmata.
• The influence of Otto on the Kaslana family.

Character Interactions

• Durandal vs. Will of Stigmata Space: A battle of wills where Durandal defends the value of human life against the will's perspective on the Kaslana family's tragedies.
• Durandal vs. Kevin (shadow): Durandal asks questions about the Kaslana Stigmata and Otto's intentions, while Kevin (shadow) provides honest answers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Durandal discovers the true reason behind her extraordinary experiences in the Stigmata Space: the interplay of Otto, Sumeru Mustard Seed, Genius, Stigmata Space Will, and Sacred Blood.
• The Stigmata Space Will reveals that Bishop wants Durandal to fully inherit the Kaslana Power to make his plans harder to interfere with.
• Durandal learns about Kevin's Stigmata Project and decides to stop it to prevent humanity from ceasing to be human.
• Durandal successfully awakens the complete power of the Kaslana Stigmata and defeats the final Imaginary enemy, Nihilus.
• Siegfried's personality fragments praise Durandal's achievements and support her decision to stop the Stigmata Project.

Character Developments

• Durandal: Inherits the Kaslana Power, learns about Kevin's Stigmata Project, and decides to stop it. She also gains a new Valkyrie armor, Herrscherr of Origin: Equine.
• Kevin: Revealed to have distanced himself from his blood relatives due to carrying too great a sin. His attitude towards his descendants is criticized by the live stream audience.
• Cecilia: Her love and protection are revealed to still exist within Durandal, helping her control the Kaslana Stigmata power.
• Siegfried: His personality fragments praise Durandal's achievements and support her decision to stop the Stigmata Project.

Significant Themes

• Inheritance and innovation: Durandal stands on the shoulders of giants, acknowledging their efforts while forging her own path.
• The power of maternal love: Cecilia's love continues to protect and guide Durandal, even after her death.
• The consequences of Kevin's actions: His decision to distance himself from his blood relatives has significant impacts on his descendants.

Character Interactions

• Durandal and the Stigmata Space Will: They discuss the true reason behind Durandal's experiences, Bishop's plans, and the Stigmata Project.
• Durandal and Siegfried's personality fragments: They praise Durandal's achievements and support her decision to stop the Stigmata Project.
• Live stream audience and Kevin: The audience criticizes Kevin's attitude towards his descendants.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Siegfried's personality fragment guides Durandal through the Imaginary Space, revealing Kevin's past and Siegfried's containment.
• Durandal learns about her father's regrets and his desire to reunite with his family.
• Siegfried's personality fragment dissipates, leaving Durandal a photograph of her family.
• Rita contacts Durandal, informing her about the current situation with the Herrscher of Binding's authority.

Character Developments

• Durandal: She learns about her father's past, feels a sense of relief, and becomes determined to find him and protect her path forward.
• Siegfried: His personality fragment expresses his regret for not being able to decide anything for his real self but hopes to still be Durandal's family and protect her path.

Significant Themes

• Family and Belonging: The importance of family bonds and the desire to protect and reunite with loved ones.
• Regret and Redemption: Siegfried's regrets and his desire to make amends, even if it's only in his dreams.
• Power and Responsibility: The burden of power and the responsibility that comes with it, as seen in the Kaslana family's history.

Character Interactions

• Durandal and Siegfried: Although they don't interact directly, Durandal learns about her father's past and feelings, leading her to feel a sense of relief and determination.
• Durandal and Rita: Rita's concern for Durandal shows their strong bond, and she updates Durandal about the current situation, emphasizing the need for Durandal to hurry back.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Durandal, Rita, and Schrödinger discuss Durandal's situation during a live stream.
• Rita suggests a plan to help Durandal, but Schrödinger warns of risks.
• Bronya successfully contacts Durandal and explores the core of the Herrscher of Reason.
• Bronya inherits the title of the Herrscher of Reason, absorbing the thoughts and powers of thirty thousand people.

Character Developments

• Durandal: Her situation is discussed, but her condition remains uncertain due to Otto's tampering.
• Rita: She demonstrates strategic thinking and determination in helping Durandal.
• Bronya: She overcomes her hesitation and fears, affirming her resolve to protect humanity as the Herrscher of Reason.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and Determination: Bronya's journey from hesitation to resolve in inheriting the title of the Herrscher of Reason.
• Unity and Strength in Diversity: The power of the Herrscher of Reason comes from the combined will of thirty thousand people, each with unique experiences and temperaments.

Character Interactions

• Durandal, Rita, and Schrödinger: They discuss strategies to help Durandal, showcasing their knowledge and concern for her.
• Bronya and the Core's Wills: Bronya interacts with the wills within the core, understanding their shared resolve to protect humanity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bronya activates the Moonlight Throne at six times its normal power, breaking the energy barrier.
• Bronya collapses and loses consciousness due to overexertion.
• An Abyss Flower is suggested to heal Bronya, but only Seele and Black Seele can use it.
• Bronya's condition stabilizes, but she remains unconscious.
• A God's Grace Barrier-like structure appears in the sky, threatening everyone.

Character Developments

• Bronya pushes her limits to break the barrier but pays the price with her health.
• Seele and Black Seele work together to heal Bronya using the Abyss Flower.
• Kiana, Shishi, and Beichen discuss strategies to protect Bronya and escape the impending danger.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of pushing one's limits (Bronya's collapse).
• Teamwork and reliance on others (Seele and Black Seele healing Bronya).
• The threat of unknown forces (the appearance of the God's Grace Barrier-like structure).

Character Interactions

• Kiana, Shishi, and Beichen discuss how to handle Bronya's condition and the new threat.
• Seele and Black Seele work together to heal Bronya.
• Tesla warns Kiana and the others about the new threat via communication.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kiana and Shishi are in Arc City, trying to figure out how to deal with the Imaginary Seed.
• Theresa, in an assault ship, plans to use the "God's Grace Barrier" to counter the Imaginary Seed, knowing it might cost her life.
• Theresa recalls her past with Cecilia, revealing that Cecilia was the one who proposed the establishment of St. Freya Academy.

Character Developments

• Theresa shows her determination and willingness to sacrifice herself for her students.
• Shishi shows fear and vulnerability when faced with a power beyond her control.
• Kiana is shown to be concerned for Theresa's safety.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice for the greater good (Theresa's decision to use the "God's Grace Barrier").
• The importance of experiencing life before becoming a warrior (Cecilia's motivation for establishing St. Freya Academy).

Character Interactions

• Kiana and Shishi interact, with Kiana trying to comfort Shishi.
• Theresa interacts with the doctors via radio, discussing her plan to use the "God's Grace Barrier".
• Theresa recalls her past interactions with Cecilia, showing their friendship and shared dreams.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter opens with a flashback to the Previous Era, where absolute rationalism led to stagnation in various fields, and Herrschers had little chance of regaining their humanity.
• Theresa accepts Cecilia's offer to become a teacher at St. Freya, and the academy is named after her.
• Theresa uses Judah's Oath to nullify the Herrscher of Binding's authority, defeating Otto but at great personal cost.
• Durandal returns from the Imaginary Space and uses Abyss Flower to heal Theresa and Bronya.
• Durandal, Kiana, and Shishi prepare to confront Otto together.

Character Developments

• Theresa: She accepts her role as a teacher at St. Freya, prioritizing the students' personal growth and happiness. She sacrifices herself to defeat Otto, demonstrating her unwavering dedication to protecting others.
• Durandal: She returns from the Imaginary Space and decides to trust Kiana's growth, agreeing to fight Otto alongside her and Shishi. She entrusts the care of Theresa to Seele and gives her Abyss Flower.
• Kiana: She grows more confident and assertive, demanding to fight Otto alongside Durandal and Shishi. She shows understanding and acceptance of Durandal's past actions.
• Shishi: She eagerly joins the fight against Otto, showing no fear despite her past experiences with him.

Significant Themes

• Trust and belief in others' growth and abilities.
• Sacrifice for the greater good.
• The importance of personal happiness and freedom within one's responsibilities.

Character Interactions

• Theresa and Cecilia: Their conversation highlights Theresa's acceptance of her role at St. Freya and her desire for the students to have fulfilling lives.
• Durandal and Kiana: Their interaction shows Durandal's decision to trust Kiana's growth and Kiana's assertion that she wants to fight Otto alongside Durandal.
• Durandal and Shishi: Durandal acknowledges Shishi's eagerness to fight Otto but ultimately decides to take Kiana with her instead, showing a level of trust in Kiana's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kiana, now controlled by the Herrscher of Sentience, decides to confront Otto in the Imaginary Space.
• Durandal and Seele join Kiana, planning to stop Otto's world-reversal scheme.
• They discuss strategies, with Durandal suggesting they find Otto's departure trace using Chikai Isshou.
• Kiana reforges her Godslayer Sword but struggles to reform the Flamescion Greatsword.
• Black Seele reappears, expressing concern for their safety.
• Kiana contacts the Hyperion for support, with Dr. Tesla and Einstein discussing preparations.
• Changguang rejoins the communication, sharing insights about Otto's near-invincible state and suggesting the use of the Herrscher of the Void's authority.

Character Developments

• Kiana regains some of her power, reforging her Godslayer Sword.
• Durandal shows concern for Kiana's well-being, acting like an older sister.
• Black Seele expresses bluntness and later apologizes for her rudeness.
• Changguang remains eccentric and vague but offers valuable insights.

Significant Themes

• Trust and cooperation among allies.
• The struggle against overwhelming odds and near-invincible enemies.
• The importance of maintaining a positive attitude in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Kiana, Durandal, and the Herrscher of Sentience form a united front against Otto.
• Durandal and Kiana comfort Black Seele for her lack of action.
• Kiana, Durandal, and the Herrscher of Sentience share their motivations for fighting Otto.
• The Hyperion team, including Dr. Tesla, Einstein, and Changguang, provide support and guidance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kiana and her team discover a rift in the church leading to Otto's location.
• Kiana attempts to widen the rift using her Herrscher authority.
• Mei contacts Kiana telepathically, revealing she's found Kevin and learned about Otto's plan.
• Mei opens a rift, taking Kiana to an unknown location, the Sea of Quanta.

Character Developments

• Kiana: Struggles with her power, attempts to widen the rift, receives support from Mei.
• Mei: Discovers Kevin, learns about Otto's plan, helps Kiana by taking her to the Sea of Quanta.

Significant Themes

• Teamwork and support (Kiana and Mei's connection, Kiana's high-five with Durandal and Shishi).
• Overcoming challenges (Kiana pushing her limits to widen the rift).
• Communication and information exchange (Mei's telepathic contact with Kiana).

Character Interactions

• Kiana and Durandal/Shishi: High-five, show team spirit and trust.
• Kiana and Mei: Mei supports Kiana telepathically, takes her to the Sea of Quanta.
• Mei and Kevin: Mei learns about Otto's plan from Kevin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kiana runs through a corridor of memories, recalling her past with Mei.
• She arrives at a door filled with white light, leading to a space where she can connect with Mei.
• Mei explains that this space is created by the Honkai Will, allowing them to communicate and transfer power.
• Kiana shares her current situation and plans, and Mei gifts her power to aid in the battle.
• Kiana prepares to depart, determined to succeed in her mission.

Character Developments

• Kiana reflects on her past with Mei, realizing how much she's grown but also how much she still misses Mei.
• Mei reveals her ability to create a mental connection space and offers her power to Kiana.

Significant Themes

• The power of friendship and camaraderie, even when separated.
• The passage of time and how it affects personal growth and relationships.
• The mysterious Honkai Will and its capabilities.

Character Interactions

• Kiana and Mei's reunion, filled with warmth and determination.
• Kiana shares her experiences and plans with Mei, highlighting their close bond.
• Viewers in the live stream discuss the space and the Honkai Will's whereabouts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Everyone enters a rift created by Otto and is teleported to different locations in a dark, towering structure.
• Durandal and Kiana navigate a long, narrow passage filled with obstacles and Honkai creatures.
• The Herrscher of Reason and Bei Chen encounter Archbishop Otto, who tries to persuade the Herrscher to stop her mission.
• Otto's true form appears before the Kaslana sisters, starting a fierce battle.

Character Developments

• Durandal and Kiana demonstrate their teamwork and determination in battle.
• The Herrscher of Reason shows defiance and anger towards Otto, refusing to back down from her mission.
• Otto reveals his true form and expresses gratitude towards the Kaslana sisters, hinting at his true intentions.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against fate and destiny (Otto's manipulation and the characters' resistance).
• The power of teamwork and unity (Durandal and Kiana's cooperation).
• The consequences of one's actions and the struggle with one's own nature (Otto's reflection on his past actions).

Character Interactions

• Durandal and Kiana work together to overcome obstacles and fight Honkai creatures.
• The Herrscher of Reason and Otto have a tense exchange, with the Herrscher refusing to back down from her mission.
• Otto expresses gratitude towards the Kaslana sisters, hinting at a deeper connection or understanding between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Otto, the Archbishop, taunts the Kaslana sisters during their battle, revealing he's not fighting seriously.
• The sisters reach Otto's lair, God's Grace Cathedral, and encounter the Seed of Emptiness.
• Otto merges with the Seed, transforming and revealing his 'Infinite' power.
• The sisters battle Otto, gradually understanding his 'Infinite' concept and strategizing to defeat him.
• Otto absorbs power from the Seed, unleashing a powerful attack, and continues to taunt the sisters.

Character Developments

• Otto: Reveals his 'Infinite' power and becomes more serious in battle, but maintains his playful demeanor.
• Kiana and Durandal: Grow more determined and strategic in their fight against Otto, learning to work together effectively.

Significant Themes

• Power and Infinity: Otto's 'Infinite' power is explored, contrasting with the sisters' finite strength.
• Strategy vs. Brute Force: The sisters learn to strategize and adapt to Otto's powers, rather than relying solely on brute force.
• Patience and Endurance: Both Otto and the sisters exhibit patience and endurance in their prolonged battle.

Character Interactions

• Kiana and Durandal: The sisters work together, with Kiana providing support and teleportation, and Durandal leading the strategic planning.
• Otto and the Kaslana sisters: Otto taunts and provokes the sisters, while they remain focused on defeating him, occasionally responding to his provocations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kiana and Durandal defeat Otto, but he doesn't die. Instead, his health bar constantly regenerates.
• Otto reveals that his power is infinite in this space and hints at Kiana to use the Herrscher of the Void's Authority.
• Kiana uses the Herrscher of the Void to envelop Otto, seemingly defeating him. However, Otto's voice echoes, revealing he's not dead.
• Otto confesses that his true purpose was to bid farewell to his life and that he had planned everything to achieve this.

Character Developments

• Kiana and Durandal grow stronger and more determined in their fight against Otto.
• Otto shows a softer side, expressing gratitude towards Kiana and Durandal for defeating him and allowing him to fulfill his obsession.

Significant Themes

• The theme of obsession and its consequences is further explored through Otto's character.
• The power of determination and perseverance is shown through Kiana and Durandal's fight against Otto.

Character Interactions

• Kiana and Durandal work together to defeat Otto, showing their growing bond and trust in each other.
• Otto's interaction with Kiana and Durandal changes from arrogant and flippant to grateful and resigned, revealing his true feelings.
• The audience's reactions and comments throughout the live stream reflect their surprise, excitement, and confusion about Otto's actions.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Otto reveals his true intentions and the power of the Herrscher of the Void.
• He plans to use the power to create an "Imaginary Space renormalization" to revive Kallen.
• Otto affirms that anger, like love, can create miracles.
• He prepares to transcend reality and become a part of the Imaginary Space to change the past.
• Otto dies, and his soul drifts into the void towards his final destiny.

Character Developments

• Otto's true motivations are revealed: he was driven by his love for Kallen and his desire to change the past.
• Durandal understands Otto's plan and the price he's willing to pay.
• Otto shows remorse for his actions and hopes that his sins will be forgotten.

Significant Themes

• Love and its power to create miracles.
• The consequences of obsession and the price of changing the past.
• The inevitability of death and the futility of denying it.

Character Interactions

• Otto interacts with Durandal and Kiana, affirming his love for them and his desire to change the past.
• Otto's final thoughts mention Theresa, Fu Hua, and Durandal, showing his care for them despite his actions.
• The viewers in the live stream have mixed emotions about Otto's death and his final monologue.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Otto's plan reaches its climax as he attempts to change history and save Kiana.
• A live stream of Otto's actions plays out, showing his battle against the malice of the world and his attempt to reach the Imaginary Tree.
• Kiana is about to be executed when a Honkai Beast attacks, and she escapes her fate.
• Otto faces a massive Honkai Beast in the Imaginary Space and defeats it using Judah.
• He finally reaches the Imaginary Tree and creates a new branch, stopping time and falling from the sky to change Kiana's fate.

Character Developments

• Otto's determination to save Kiana grows, leading him to face his own malice and the consequences of his actions.
• Kiana shows resilience and strength in the face of her execution, echoing Otto's resolve.

Significant Themes

• The power of belief and determination to change destiny.
• The consequences of one's actions and the struggle against one's own malice.
• The search for a happy ending and the creation of new possibilities.

Character Interactions

• Otto and Kiana's fates intertwine as Otto attempts to save her, with their actions mirroring each other.
• Otto's internal struggle against his own malice is reflected in his battle against the dark versions of himself.
• The live stream viewers comment on Otto's actions, expressing their thoughts and reactions to his journey.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Otto, the Fool, fulfills his 500-year wish to save Kallen by becoming a meteor and sacrificing himself.
• The live stream reveals Otto's life story, from his first encounter with Kallen to his final sacrifice.
• After Otto's death, Kallen awakens and learns the truth about the Great Inventor's identity.
• Theresa, now the Bishop of Schicksal, reflects on her duties and the challenges ahead.
• Kiana approaches Beichen to propose a training partnership to keep each other in check, with Durandal also joining.

Character Developments

• Otto (The Fool): Otto's selfless act to save Kallen is revealed, showing his lifelong devotion and the price he paid for it.
• Kallen: Kallen learns the truth about Otto's identity and his sacrifices for her.
• Theresa: Theresa struggles with the burden of her position as Bishop and contemplates changes to prevent following in her grandfather's footsteps.
• Kiana: Kiana takes the initiative to suggest a training partnership with Beichen to improve themselves and maintain balance.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice: Otto's life is a testament to the lengths one might go to for a loved one, even at the cost of their own life.
• Legacy and Responsibility: Theresa grapples with the expectations and burdens of her grandfather's legacy as the Bishop of Schicksal.
• Growth and Self-Improvement: Kiana's proposal to train with Beichen highlights her desire to grow stronger and maintain balance.

Character Interactions

• Otto and Kallen: Their childhood encounter and Otto's lifelong devotion to Kallen are revealed.
• Theresa and the Herrscher of Sentience: Theresa interacts with the feather form of the Herrscher of Sentience, who offers to help her.
• Kiana and Beichen: Kiana approaches Beichen to suggest a training partnership, showing a new level of maturity and initiative.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kiana approaches Theresa to discuss training with Durandal and stopping Kevin's Stigmata Project.
• Theresa and the group plan to visit Changguang, but Theresa gets lost.
• Amber joins the group, and they discuss giving everyone a break after the current work is done.
• Theresa and the group decide to explore the town together.

Character Developments

• Theresa shows concern for Amber's well-being, highlighting her growth as a leader who cares for her subordinates.
• Kiana understands the importance of balance between work and rest, reflecting her personal growth.
• Amber demonstrates her efficiency and dedication to her work.

Significant Themes

• The importance of rest and balance in life.
• The changes in the town symbolize the passage of time and the changes in the characters' lives.

Character Interactions

• Theresa and Kiana work together to plan their next steps.
• Theresa and Amber discuss work and rest, showing a growing bond between them.
• The group's dynamic is lighthearted and friendly, despite their initial reserve.