Ch. 501Zalama, As You Wish
Key Plot Points and Events
- Mechikabura, aware of Kasso's new Time King identity, plans to advance with Zalama to defeat Kasso.
- Mechikabura reveals his intention to release Zalama, who was sealed away for destroying the Great Zeno Universe in pursuit of primordial power.
- Mechikabura confirms Zalama's guess that he wouldn't dare face the new Time King alone, leading to their alliance.
- Mechikabura's evil aura contaminates the Heavenly Realm, causing it to tremble.
Character Developments
- Mechikabura: Shows his cunning and ruthless nature, willing to ally with Zalama to defeat the new Time King.
- Zalama: Revealed to have manipulated Mechikabura for his own release, confident in his ability to face the new Time King.
- Kasso (new Time King): Though not present, his identity and power are acknowledged by Mechikabura as a threat.
Significant Themes
- Power and Ambition: Mechikabura and Zalama's pursuit of primordial power and willingness to destroy the universe for it.
- Alliances and Manipulation: Zalama manipulates Mechikabura for his release, while Mechikabura allies with Zalama to defeat the Time King.
- Fear and Hesitation: Mechikabura's fear of facing the new Time King alone leads to his alliance with Zalama.
Character Interactions
- Mechikabura and Zalama: Their alliance is formed out of necessity and fear, with each using the other for their own purposes.
- Mechikabura and the Heavenly Realm inhabitants: Mechikabura's actions cause fear and concern among the inhabitants, leading to Popo, Chronoa, and the Grand Priest's attempts to stop him.
- Mechikabura and Kasso: Though not directly interacting, Mechikabura's fear of Kasso's power leads to his alliance with Zalama.