Ch. 121Going Up the Mountain

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The female devotee's true state is revealed; she is dying due to her deep fusion with Great Black Buddha Mother's curse.
  • Wu Heng and Master A-Qing decide to keep the girl in the temple to slow the curse's progression and prevent her from being controlled by the Buddha Mother.
  • Li Ruonan, cornered, decides to go to the Chen Family ancestral grounds to spread the curse via her livestream, aiming to gain sympathy and more victims.
  • Wu Heng follows Li Ruonan, encountering a statue of a mountain god that had previously tried to warn her group six years ago.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng demonstrates empathy and respect for the mountain god statue, showing his appreciation for acts of kindness.
  • Li Ruonan's desperation leads her to use others' kindness to protect herself, showing her lack of remorse and guilt.

Significant Themes

  • The curse's progression and its effects on its victims.
  • The consequences of ignoring warnings and acting against one's better judgment.
  • The power of kindness and respect, even towards inanimate objects like the mountain god statue.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng and Master A-Qing work together to care for the female devotee.
  • Wu Heng interacts with the mountain god statue, showing understanding and respect for its actions.
  • Li Ruonan interacts with her livestream viewers, manipulating their sympathy to further her own goals.

Ch. 122Death

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Li Ruonan, a mute woman, livestreams her attempt to dispel a curse from her daughter by entering a cave where a malevolent entity, Great Black Buddha Mother, resides.
  • Wu Heng, controlling Li Ruonan's livestream, cuts off her connection to the outside network once she enters the cave.
  • Li Ruonan's phone dies, and she's attacked inside the cave. Wu Heng deploys mines around the area to deter intruders.

Character Developments

  • Li Ruonan: Desperate to save her daughter, she attempts to shift the curse onto others via her livestream. Her plan fails due to Wu Heng's intervention.
  • Wu Heng: Shows his strategic and manipulative nature, using Li Ruonan's livestream to gather information and prevent her from spreading the curse. He also demonstrates his willingness to use force to protect his interests.

Significant Themes

  • Manipulation and control: Wu Heng manipulates Li Ruonan's livestream to serve his purposes, while Li Ruonan attempts to manipulate her audience to share the curse.
  • Desperation and its consequences: Li Ruonan's desperation to save her daughter leads her to take drastic measures, with tragic results.

Character Interactions

  • Li Ruonan and Wu Heng: Their interaction is indirect, with Wu Heng controlling Li Ruonan's livestream and preventing her from spreading the curse.
  • Wu Heng and Xie Qiming: They discuss the state of the possessed girl and Wu Heng's plan to use the Seven Fiends Rebirth Ritual to help her.

Ch. 123Ritual

Here is a concise summary of the chapter:

1. Key Plot Points / Events

  • Wu Heng goes to the temple and tells Master A-Qing he has a method that might save the girl and also backlash against the Great Black Buddha Mother.
  • He moves the unconscious girl to an abandoned tile-roofed house and sets up defenses: boards the windows, pastes exorcism talismans, and buries Four Rivers water at the four corners.
  • He performs the Seven Fiends Rebirth ritual: wraps the girl in white cloth, ties seven red cords, places seven mud cocoons as soul anchors, draws blood from her brow, and stabs the Evil Spirit Short Sword into her forehead.
  • The ritual proceeds: the mud cocoons crack open, revealing child skeletons; seven black streaks enter the girl's body; she briefly sits upright, then collapses, soaked in blood.
  • The Great Black Buddha Mother arrives outside and attacks the house, but the talisman-reinforced boards hold.
  • The ritual succeeds: the sword is forced out, the skeletons scatter, and the Buddha Mother cries out in pain from outside.
  • Using Li Ruonan's voice, the Buddha Mother reveals it has been learning Mandarin—because Li Ruonan failed, the Buddha Mother plans to personally spread the curse online.
  • Wu Heng unwraps the girl, who is alive, conscious, and speaking, asking where her great-aunt is.

2. Character Developments

  • Wu Heng: Pragmatic and willing to use dark methods for a greater purpose. He doesn't promise certain success, and he acknowledges the girl might die anyway—he's treating a hopeless case as if it might still be saved.
  • The girl: Restored to life and clarity, but remains innocent and unafraid. Having grown up isolated in the Zhang family grounds and surrounded by evil, she has no concept of suspicion toward strangers.
  • The Great Black Buddha Mother: Desperate and adapting. It is learning Mandarin and preparing to take over the online curse-spreading plan personally after its servant failed.

3. Significant Themes

  • Moral ambiguity: Wu Heng uses an evil ritual to fight an evil entity, risking the girl's life in the attempt.
  • Ritual mechanics and symbolism: Souls, blood, mud cocoons, child skeletons, and red cords are all part of the dark ritual—emphasizing the cost and seriousness of dealing with supernatural forces.
  • Innocence and isolation: The girl's lack of fear highlights how sheltered she was from the outside world, despite being surrounded by horror.

4. Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng and Master A-Qing: Brief; Wu Heng only tells him about the method and obtains the Four Rivers water.
  • Wu Heng and the Buddha Mother: Indirect confrontation. He completes the ritual just as it attacks, and its pained cry of “No!” confirms the backlash.
  • Wu Heng and the girl: The chapter ends with her first clear words to him—curious, not frightened—marking her successful rescue.

Ch. 124Success

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng performs a ritual to separate Little Celestial Maiden (Chen Xiantong) from the Buddha Mother, successfully turning her into a human.
  • The Chen Family sends people to attack Duke Zhou Cang Temple and try to take Dodo away.
  • Wu Heng, Xie Qiming, and Master A-Qing defend the temple and drive the attackers away.
  • Wu Heng decides to reason with the Chen Family and finishes off the remaining attackers.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng: Shows his determination to deal with the Great Black Buddha Mother once and for all. He also demonstrates his willingness to protect the innocent, even using violence when necessary.
  • Little Celestial Maiden (Chen Xiantong): Awakens after the ritual and exhibits some of her former abilities. She is now a human but retains some of her fiend-like powers.
  • Master A-Qing: Agrees to take care of both Dodo and Little Celestial Maiden, showing his compassion and willingness to help.

Significant Themes

  • Good vs. Evil: Wu Heng's actions clearly distinguish him as a force for good, while the Chen Family and their followers are portrayed as evil.
  • Redemption: Little Celestial Maiden's transformation offers hope for redemption, even for those deeply influenced by evil.
  • Consequences of Actions: The Chen Family's actions have severe consequences, both for themselves and their followers.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng and Little Celestial Maiden: Wu Heng shows kindness and concern towards Little Celestial Maiden, while she trusts him implicitly.
  • Wu Heng and Master A-Qing: They work together to protect the temple and its inhabitants, demonstrating mutual respect and trust.
  • Wu Heng and the Chen Family: Wu Heng's actions show his disdain for the Chen Family's hypocrisy and evil deeds.

Ch. 125Cleaning

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng follows the Chen Family members, who are carrying an injured girl, into the mountains.
  • He eliminates the Chen Family members using a drone and a silenced rifle, showing no mercy.
  • The old man tries to use venomous centipedes against Wu Heng, but Wu Heng uses Siphon to kill him and the centipedes.
  • Wu Heng decides to eliminate the Great Black Buddha Mother the next day, taking Zhou Cang's statue with him.
  • He gilds a mountain god statue and places it in a shrine beside the temple gate, asking for its help against the evil spirit.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng demonstrates his ruthlessness and efficiency in dealing with the Chen Family members, showing no hesitation in killing them.
  • Master A-Qing shows concern for Wu Heng's safety and offers to accompany him, but Wu Heng persuades him to stay and guard the temple.
  • Wu Heng shows respect and caution towards the divine statues, treating them with reverence and asking for their help.

Significant Themes

  • The power of modern technology (drone, rifle) against traditional methods (venomous centipedes).
  • The importance of timing in dealing with powerful enemies (striking while the Buddha Mother is weak).
  • The uncertainty and ambiguity surrounding the divine statues' powers and nature.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng and Master A-Qing discuss and plan their strategy against the Buddha Mother, with Wu Heng persuading Master A-Qing to stay behind.
  • Wu Heng interacts with the mountain god statue, asking for its help and gilding it as a sign of respect.

Ch. 126Relocating the Deity

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng and Master A-Qing prepare to relocate the Zhou Cang statue to confront the Great Black Buddha Mother.
  • Wu Heng arms Xie Qiming with a submachine gun to protect Master A-Qing, Dodo, and the little immortal boy.
  • Wu Heng drives to the Chen Family's ancestral grounds, navigating through remnants of the previous battle.
  • He parks the car, dons the Zhong Kui armor, and prepares to ascend the mountain road with the Zhou Cang statue.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng demonstrates his strength and confidence in his plan.
  • Xie Qiming shows determination to protect the courtyard and its inhabitants.
  • Master A-Qing expresses concern for Wu Heng's safety and offers guidance.

Significant Themes

  • The power of belief and faith (Zhou Cang's statue, Master A-Qing's rituals).
  • The consequences of losing one's mind to obsession (Chen Family members bewitched by the Great Black Buddha Mother).
  • The importance of preparation and caution (Wu Heng's careful planning and equipping).

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng and Master A-Qing collaborate in their preparations.
  • Wu Heng entrusts Xie Qiming with the protection of Master A-Qing and the others.
  • Wu Heng and Xie Qiming share a moment of understanding regarding the potential threat of attackers.

Ch. 127Entering the Cave

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng enters Chen Family Village, finding it desolate and filled with decay.
  • He encounters a series of obstacles and attacks, including wooden structures collapsing and zombie-like Chen Family members, which he dispatches with weapons and fire.
  • He finds a cave entrance with a sign left by Li Ruonan's group six years ago.
  • Wu Heng places a mountain god statue at the cave entrance and enters, finding a larger, open space inside.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng demonstrates his combat skills and resourcefulness, using various weapons and strategies to overcome obstacles.
  • The Chen Family members are revealed to be controlled by caterpillars, suggesting the Great Black Buddha Mother's influence.

Significant Themes

  • The power of the Great Black Buddha Mother and its influence over the village and its inhabitants.
  • The contrast between the desolate, decaying village and the open, larger space inside the cave.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng interacts with the old man at the entrance, ignoring his warnings and dismissing his concern as a ploy by the Great Black Buddha Mother.
  • Wu Heng speaks to the mountain god statue, asking it to prevent anything from escaping the cave.

Ch. 128Breaking the Barrier

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng sets up defensive measures (Bagua Mirror and command flag) at the cave entrance to hinder the Buddha Mother's abilities.
  • He encounters a procession carrying a mud cocoon, which he captures after defeating the white-clothed figures.
  • Wu Heng destroys two altars holding hair and teeth, and captures more mud cocoons along the way.
  • He enters a square cave passage filled with countless arms from hell, which he cuts down to advance.
  • Wu Heng reaches the end of the passage, finding a bronze Thousand-Armed Buddha statue and an altar with three white porcelain plates.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng demonstrates his resilience and determination, withstanding the demonic music and persevering through the challenges.
  • The mud cocoons and white-clothed figures show the Buddha Mother's attempts to hinder Wu Heng's progress.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle against supernatural forces and the determination to overcome them.
  • The use of defensive measures and strategy to counter the enemy's abilities.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng interacts with the mud cocoons and white-clothed figures, defeating them and capturing the mud cocoons.
  • There's no direct interaction with the Buddha Mother, but its presence and influence are felt throughout the chapter.

Ch. 129Lifting the Cloth

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng reaches the Great Black Buddha Mother and sees its grotesque appearance, with a red cloth covering its face.
  • He discovers Li Ruonan's corpse, who had been kowtowing to the Buddha Mother until her death.
  • Wu Heng lifts the red cloth, revealing the Buddha Mother's face, and invites Zhou Cang's statue to subdue the demons.
  • The Buddha Mother's true body, made of black flesh and blood, emerges from the cracks in the bronze statue.
  • The Buddha Mother attacks Wu Heng with caterpillars and forms a giant flesh-and-blood statue, while white figures on the cave walls chant "Fire Buddha."

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng demonstrates his courage and determination in facing the Great Black Buddha Mother.
  • Li Ruonan's fate serves as a grim reminder of the Buddha Mother's power and the consequences of underestimating it.

Significant Themes

  • The power and danger of ancient deities and artifacts.
  • The consequences of hubris and overconfidence, as seen in Li Ruonan's fate.
  • The struggle between good and evil, represented by Wu Heng and the Great Black Buddha Mother.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng interacts with the Great Black Buddha Mother, attempting to uncover its face and subdue it.
  • The white figures on the cave walls interact with the Buddha Mother, chanting and aiding its attack on Wu Heng.

Ch. 130Thunder Method

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng faces Mother Buddha and her insect swarm, realizing that ordinary flames are ineffective.
  • He uses a custom-made grenade, combined with his Spirit-Touch Power, to perform the External Elixir Thunder Method, causing massive destruction to Mother Buddha and her minions.
  • Mother Buddha survives the attack and transforms into a giant caterpillar, blocking the passage.
  • Wu Heng attempts to use the method again but decides to retreat when it seems ineffective.
  • He turns back and presses two grenades against Mother Buddha's face, activating the method once more.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng demonstrates his resourcefulness and determination in the face of overwhelming odds, using his knowledge of exorcism and combat skills to create a powerful new method against Mother Buddha.

Significant Themes

  • The power of adaptation and innovation in the face of adversity.
  • The resilience of evil entities and the need for extraordinary measures to combat them.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng's interaction with Mother Buddha is one of intense combat, with Wu Heng trying to outsmart and overpower the entity while it seeks to consume and destroy him.
  • There are no other significant character interactions in this chapter.

Ch. 131Destroying the Buddha

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng discovers the Great Black Buddha Mother's core hidden in the cave.
  • He decides to perform the Seven Fiends Rebirth Ritual again to strengthen himself, using the Buddha Mother's core and the mud cocoons.
  • Wu Heng stabs the Evil Spirit Short Sword into his forehead to initiate the ritual.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng demonstrates his determination to grow stronger and his resourcefulness in finding alternative ways to achieve his goals.
  • He shows no fear of pain or death, further highlighting his resolve.

Significant Themes

  • The pursuit of power and its consequences.
  • The use of dark rituals for personal gain.
  • The struggle between the desire for strength and moral considerations.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng interacts with the remnants of the Great Black Buddha Mother and the children trapped in the mud cocoons, using them as resources for his ritual.
  • There is no direct human interaction in this chapter.

Ch. 132Metamorphosis

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng completes the Seven Fiends Ritual, transforming the Great Black Buddha Mother and himself.
  • The ritual allows Wu Heng to absorb the Buddha Mother's strength, gaining new abilities.
  • Wu Heng receives confirmation from the Lighthouse that the mission is completed.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng transcends his Cursed Disciple identity, gaining the ability to transfer his core and consume the uncanny.
  • He acquires the Name Inquiry ability from the Great Black Buddha Mother.
  • Wu Heng feels more like an evolved Cursed Disciple, closer to a Cenobite but not controlled by Leviathan.

Significant Themes

  • Transformation and evolution of abilities.
  • The power of rituals and their consequences.
  • The nature of identity and self-discovery.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng interacts with the Great Black Buddha Mother through the ritual, ultimately absorbing its power.
  • There are no other significant character interactions in this chapter, as Wu Heng is alone in the cave.

Ch. 133Verification

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng destroys the Great Black Buddha Mother, causing the death of the remaining Chen family members and others infected with Gu insects.
  • He burns down Chen Family Village and returns to Master A-Qing's home.
  • On the way, he encounters a scam attempt by a middle-aged man and his two sons. After a confrontation, Wu Heng uses his new ability, "Name Inquiry," to track and eliminate them.
  • Wu Heng returns to Duke Zhou Cang Temple and is welcomed by Master A-Qing and the others.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng demonstrates his ruthlessness and efficiency in dealing with the Chen family and the scammers, showing no mercy despite their pleas.
  • Master A-Qing shows concern and hospitality towards Wu Heng, treating him as a respected guest.
  • Xie Qiming displays eagerness to help and serve Wu Heng, indicating his growing loyalty and admiration.

Significant Themes

  • Ruthlessness vs. Compassion: Wu Heng's actions highlight the theme of ruthlessness in achieving one's goals, contrasting with the compassion shown by Master A-Qing and Xie Qiming.
  • Consequences of Actions: The fate of the Chen family and the scammers serves as a reminder of the consequences of one's actions and the karmic retribution that may follow.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng interacts briefly with the scammers, showing no sympathy despite their pleas, and later uses his new ability to eliminate them.
  • Master A-Qing welcomes Wu Heng back warmly, showing concern for his well-being.
  • Xie Qiming displays eagerness to serve Wu Heng, indicating a growing bond between them.

Ch. 134Return

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng returns to the temple after defeating the Great Black Buddha Mother.
  • He gifts gold coins to Master A-Qing for Dodo and Little Immortal Child's upbringing and education.
  • Wu Heng repairs the broken statue of Zhou Cang and leaves the command flags and Bagua mirror with Master A-Qing.
  • He informs the local police about the landmines in Chen Family Village.
  • Wu Heng spends more time familiarizing himself with his powers and transfers his core into the Evil Spirit Short Sword for protection.
  • He returns the mountain god statue to the shrine and bids farewell to everyone before leaving.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng demonstrates his selflessness and generosity by providing for Dodo and Little Immortal Child's future.
  • He shows responsibility by alerting the authorities about the landmines.
  • Wu Heng continues to improve his powers and finds comfort in inhabiting the Evil Spirit Short Sword.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of protecting children and ensuring their well-being.
  • The power of generosity and selflessness.
  • The responsibility of caring for the environment and community.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng interacts positively with Master A-Qing, Xie Qiming, Dodo, and Little Immortal Child, showing care and concern for their well-being.
  • He leaves behind valuable items and resources to ensure their safety and education.
  • Wu Heng's departure is bittersweet, with everyone expressing their gratitude and wishing him well.

Ch. 135Frostbite

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng returns to Shadow Hall after completing the scenario world mission.
  • He meets Crimson Doctor, another member of his organization.
  • Wu Heng appraises and modifies the Evil Buddha Bronze Statue using the Swine Elixir.
  • He learns about the destruction of Anqiluo by a monstrosity called Frostbite.
  • Wu Heng and other Tower Guardians investigate the incident in the intelligence room.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng's appearance subtly changes due to the Swine Elixir's effects.
  • Wu Heng feels his own weakness and the vast gap between his current abilities and the threat posed by Frostbite.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of greed and secrecy in the pursuit of power and resources.
  • The vastness and unpredictability of the Land of Absurdity and its threats.
  • The disparity between individual strength and worldly dangers.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng exchanges pleasantries with Crimson Doctor and agrees to a future meeting.
  • Wu Heng and other Tower Guardians investigate the Anqiluo incident together, showing a sense of shared responsibility.

Ch. 136Meeting

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng reviews Federation reports on anomalies, learning about their attempts to destroy or launch anomalies into space.
  • Little Sheep contacts Wu Heng, revealing that the next node is predicted to appear in Mountain Pool City.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng gains a deeper understanding of the world's mechanics and anomalies.
  • Little Sheep shows maturity and understanding after her brother's scolding, writing a self-reflection.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle against anomalies and the search for a solution.
  • The importance of alliances and partnerships in the story world.
  • The role of Origin Fragments in becoming a Tower Master.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng and Little Sheep reunite, with Little Sheep expressing gratitude for Wu Heng's past help.
  • Wu Heng learns about the Spirit Sacrifice Tower Master, Little Sheep's brother, who is connected to the Night Rain Association.
  • Wu Heng and Little Sheep discuss the Origin Fragment and its role in becoming a Tower Master.

Ch. 137It Comes

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng learns about Origin Fragments and their inheritance.
  • He realizes the danger of revealing information about story worlds and Origin Fragments.
  • Wu Heng refreshes his next story world assignment and chooses "It Comes."

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng becomes more cautious about sharing information and realizes the importance of keeping secrets.
  • Little Sheep demonstrates her powerful backing and influence.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of information control and secrecy in the Tower Guardian world.
  • The value and uniqueness of Origin Fragments.
  • The dangers of revealing too much about one's abilities and acquisitions.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng interacts with Little Sheep, learning about her powerful backing and the Land of Absurdity.
  • Wu Heng communicates with the Tower Mark, refreshing his story world assignment and checking his Survival Points.

Ch. 138Double Kill

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng arrives in a new world, Japan, with the mission to survive for 30 days and eliminate the Poji Demon.
  • He possesses the body of an elderly Japanese medium, Ozaki Kazuhiko.
  • Wu Heng is summoned by the Tozawa Group to exorcise a malign spirit possessing their boss.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng demonstrates his power and skill as a medium, effortlessly exorcising the malign spirit.
  • The Tozawa Group's boss is revealed to be possessed by a weak malign spirit.

Significant Themes

  • The prevalence of evil spirits and superstition in Japanese society.
  • The power dynamics between mediums and the criminal underworld.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng interacts with the Tozawa Group's bodyguards and boss, demonstrating his authority and skill.
  • Wu Heng briefly remembers Naoko, the disabled girl from the Tomie world.

Ch. 139Testing

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wu Heng, now possessing the body of a gang boss, returns to the villa and tests the Evil Buddha Bronze Statue's suppression ability on his underlings.
  • He kills all seven of them to test the bronze statue's effectiveness and to eliminate potential threats.
  • Wu Heng finds a large amount of cash and bank cards hidden in the villa.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng demonstrates his ruthlessness and calm demeanor in dealing with his underlings, showing no mercy despite their pleas.
  • The underlings display varying levels of panic and fear, with some breaking down and others trying to escape, but all ultimately failing against Wu Heng's power.

Significant Themes

  • The power of fear and mental control, as Wu Heng uses the bronze statue's ghost wall ability to manipulate his underlings' minds.
  • The ruthlessness and pragmatism of criminal underworld figures, as Wu Heng eliminates his underlings without hesitation.

Character Interactions

  • Wu Heng interacts with his underlings only to test the bronze statue's ability and eliminate them, showing no remorse or hesitation.
  • The underlings interact with each other in their panic and desperation to escape, but ultimately fail to overcome Wu Heng's power.

Ch. 140Plot

Plot Points & Events

  • Wu Heng arrives at Guangzhou Pavilion, the restaurant where Tahara Hideki met Osaka Setsuko, the medium, who was later attacked by Bogiwan.
  • The film follows Bogiwan, an evil spirit that preys on children, and its connection to Tahara and his daughter Orisa.
  • One year after Tahara's death, Kana, his widow, struggles to raise Orisa, who deliberately hurts herself for attention.
  • Tsuda Daigo, Kana's lover, gives her a talisman to summon Bogiwan, aiming to take revenge on Tahara.
  • Higa Kotoko assembles mediums for an exorcism ritual, but many die along the way due to Bogiwan's interference.
  • Makoto Higa and Nozaki, the true leads, stop the ritual, leading to more medium deaths, as they want to adopt Orisa.

Character Developments

  • Wu Heng: Arrives at the restaurant to investigate Bogiwan and plans to destroy it for survival points.
  • Tahara Hideki: A hypocritical father who is killed by Bogiwan after seeking help from Setsuko.
  • Kana: Struggles to raise Orisa after Tahara's death and has an affair with Tsuda.
  • Orisa: A troubled child who deliberately hurts herself for attention and summons Bogiwan.
  • Tsuda Daigo: Kana's lover who despises Tahara and wants revenge, giving Kana a talisman to summon Bogiwan.
  • Higa Kotoko: The strongest medium who assembles others for an exorcism ritual to stop Bogiwan.
  • Makoto Higa & Nozaki: The true leads who stop the ritual to save Orisa, causing more medium deaths.

Significant Themes

  • The blurred boundary between life and death.
  • Hypocrisy and the true nature of people.
  • The consequences of a child's actions and the value of life.

Character Interactions

  • Tahara seeks help from Setsuko, leading to her injury and his eventual death.
  • Kana and Tsuda's affair, with Tsuda giving Kana a talisman to summon Bogiwan.
  • Kotoko assembles mediums for the exorcism ritual, but Makoto and Nozaki stop it, leading to more deaths.
  • Wu Heng arrives at the restaurant to investigate Bogiwan, planning to destroy it.
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