Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sui Xiong thaws the giant ape Magic Beast and removes the oath imposed on it by the God of Nobility.
• The water ape, Lingming, recounts its history and the recent events leading to its capture by Philex.
• Sui Xiong offers Lingming a job at the Void Mask Amusement Park to pay off its debt, and Lingming accepts.
• Lingming becomes a gatekeeper at the amusement park but frequently falls asleep on duty, leading to deductions in pay.

Character Developments

• Lingming: Shows cleverness and adaptability in its past struggles for survival. It demonstrates a desire for a peaceful life and is willing to work to achieve it, but it also struggles with the concept of consistent work due to its deep-sea instincts.

Significant Themes

• Freedom vs. Responsibility: Lingming values its freedom but also understands the importance of responsibility, as seen in its willingness to work at the amusement park to pay off its debt.
• Adaptation: Lingming must adapt to life on land and in a structured work environment, which is challenging due to its deep-sea instincts.

Character Interactions

• Sui Xiong and Lingming: Sui Xiong shows kindness and understanding towards Lingming, offering it a job and removing the oath that hindered its freedom. Lingming, in turn, is grateful for the opportunity and willing to work, even if it struggles with the concept of consistent work.
• Lingming and the merchant: The merchant's question about Lingming's past highlights the differences between land creatures and sea creatures, leading Lingming to feel misunderstood and dejected about its pay.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Northwest Republic is officially founded, marking the first appearance of a republican system in world civilization.
• Sui Xiong listens to Philex's speech from above, acknowledging the significance of the event.
• Veye informs Sui Xiong about the gods' reactions to the republican system, revealing that many now see its merit.

Character Developments

• Sui Xiong shows pride and satisfaction in his accomplishment but remains cautious about the future.
• Philex demonstrates her leadership and oratory skills in announcing the republic's founding.
• Veye displays her role as a messenger and confidante, keeping Sui Xiong informed about the gods' opinions.

Significant Themes

• Progress and Change: The republican system represents a significant shift from the existing feudal system, symbolizing progress and change.
• Divine Intervention: The gods' reactions and potential involvement highlight the theme of divine intervention in human affairs.
• Leadership and Vision: Sui Xiong's leadership and vision are central to the establishment of the republic and its potential success.

Character Interactions

• Sui Xiong and Veye share a moment of camaraderie as she pours him wine and discusses the gods' views.
• Sui Xiong's thoughts about the Lord of Glory reveal his respect for the chief god's achievements, despite not liking him personally.
• Sui Xiong's wariness of the God of Nobility indicates the potential for future conflict and the need for allies like the Lord of Glory.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Various gods praise or criticize the republican system proposed by Sui Xiong.
• The God of Sky from the Nature Pantheon approves of the system due to its emphasis on mobility and meritocracy.
• The Lord of War disapproves, preferring a system where the strong rule absolutely.
• Lefeng, the chief god of orcs, offers Sui Xiong a chance to lead the social reform of the Orc Empire if he can't succeed in the human world.

Character Developments

• Sui Xiong becomes more determined in his beliefs about protecting commoners and promoting social progress.
• The Justice God questions Sui Xiong's motives for establishing the Northwest Republic.
• Manis, the Goddess of Wealth, shows understanding and respect for Sui Xiong's decisions.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between the strong and the weak, and the importance of protecting the foundation of society.
• The tension between theocracy and democracy, and the challenges of maintaining religious freedom.
• The necessity of managing religious institutions and clergy in a society with multiple faiths.

Character Interactions

• Sui Xiong discusses the republican system with Veye, the God of War, and other gods.
• The Justice God questions Sui Xiong's intentions, leading to a deeper reflection on his goals.
• Manis and Sui Xiong have a candid conversation about managing religious institutions in the Northwest Republic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The establishment of the Northwest Republic in the Ash Forest, a region known for its high negative energy and harsh living conditions.
• The capital, Void City, is described as a peaceful and prosperous city with a population exceeding fifty thousand, offering entertainment, safety, and protection by two true gods.
• The four towns (Dragon Roar, Gold Rush, Glimmerstone, and Rye) and their unique characteristics are introduced.
• Glimmerstone Town's success in cultivating high-grade grain and producing medicinal herbs and negative energy crystals is highlighted.

Character Developments

• Philex, the principal of Isuka Magic School and mayor of Glimmerstone Town, is introduced as a powerful figure who unified the Four Northwest Towns and became the second-ranking Consul of the Northwest Republic.

Significant Themes

• Survival and Adaptation: The inhabitants of the Ash Forest must adapt to harsh conditions and find ways to thrive despite the challenges posed by negative energy and monsters.
• Power and Protection: The presence of powerful entities (gods, Legendary powerhouses) ensures safety and protection, attracting people and fostering prosperity.
• Resourcefulness and Industry: The towns' unique industries (Magic Beast materials, grain, medicinal herbs, negative energy crystals) showcase the inhabitants' resourcefulness and ability to create wealth from limited resources.

Character Interactions

• While no direct interactions are mentioned, the relationships between the towns and their inhabitants, as well as their connection to the Northwest Republic, are implied. The towns' reliance on each other and their shared history under Philex's leadership suggest a sense of unity and cooperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Philex, overwhelmed by administrative work, decides to recruit mid-level officials and delegate tasks.
+ Asna and Clito, after years of delay, decide to go to Gars City to study under Leon.
+ Philex seeks Sui Xiong's approval to recruit more officials and implements a civil service examination system.

Character Developments

+ Philex shows growth as a leader, acknowledging the need for delegation and seeking advice.
+ Asna demonstrates her administrative skills and commitment to her family.
+ Clito displays his devotion to his wife and child.

Significant Themes

+ The importance of delegation and teamwork in leadership.
+ The value of education and personal growth, even at an advanced age.
+ The establishment of a merit-based system for governance.

Character Interactions

+ Philex and Asna's friendship and mutual respect.
+ Asna and Clito's strong marital bond and shared goals.
+ Philex and Sui Xiong's productive working relationship, with Sui Xiong providing guidance and support.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Northwest Republic's first civil service examination draws over ten thousand applicants.
• The written exam, overseen by the God of Knowledge Vol, eliminates over eighty percent of candidates.
• Five hundred candidates are selected for interviews, with an additional thousand choosing to settle in the Republic.
• Sui Xiong is disappointed by the lack of exceptional talent among the applicants.

Character Developments

• Philex struggles with grading the exam papers due to the low educational level of the applicants.
• Sui Xiong is dissatisfied with the lack of outstanding talent in the civil service examination.
• Morani recommends Paul the Ranger as a potential candidate for Sui Xiong.

Significant Themes

• The low educational level of the population and its impact on societal progress.
• Sui Xiong's desire to find and cultivate talented individuals to aid in his goals.

Character Interactions

• Philex and Sui Xiong discuss the civil service examination and its results.
• Morani recommends Paul the Ranger to Sui Xiong, revealing his past connection to the wandering hero.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sui Xiong learns about Renard, a former chosen one of Morani, now an evil god.
• Morani recounts Renard's past: his rise as a warrior, his disagreement with the Orc Empire's policies, and his eventual rebellion against the Orc Pantheon.
• Renard becomes a demigod and wanders the world, opposing gods and preventing powerhouses from ascending.
• Morani leaves the Orc Pantheon and forms the Wild Pantheon.
• Sui Xiong visits Renard, expecting a difficult persuasion, but Renard agrees to help him due to his admiration for Sui Xiong's policies.

Character Developments

• Renard: From a loyal follower of Morani to a wandering, anti-god demigod, Renard's beliefs and actions are driven by his desire to protect the weak and oppose what he sees as the tyranny of gods.
• Morani: Reflecting on Renard's actions, Morani leaves the Orc Pantheon and forms the Wild Pantheon, showing growth and change in his own beliefs.
• Sui Xiong: Though not directly developed in this chapter, Sui Xiong's actions show his determination and adaptability in pursuing his goals.

Significant Themes

• Belief and Betrayal: Both Renard and Morani grapple with their beliefs and the consequences of betraying them.
• Power and Responsibility: The characters deal with the responsibilities that come with power, both divine and mortal.
• Change and Growth: The characters' experiences lead to changes in their beliefs and actions, showing growth and development.

Character Interactions

• Morani and Renard: Their relationship evolves from mentor and chosen one to estranged former allies, reflecting the changes in their beliefs and actions.
• Sui Xiong and Renard: Despite expecting a difficult persuasion, Sui Xiong finds Renard surprisingly open to his ideas, leading to a potential alliance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sui Xiong recruits Renard, an evil god, and his subordinates, including experienced rangers.
• Renard is assigned to instruct soldiers in military discipline, strategy, and tactics.
• Sui Xiong reveals plans to purify the entire Ash Forest, potentially allowing his head of the mage corps to ascend to godhood.
• Renard suggests merging towns to promote development and turning Rye Town into a fortress in anticipation of future conflicts.

Character Developments

• Renard shows his military prowess and strategic thinking, proving to be an invaluable addition to the Northwest Republic.
• Sui Xiong demonstrates his ability to consider long-term plans and adapt to new situations.

Significant Themes

• The importance of military strength and strategic planning for a nation's development and survival.
• The potential for conflict between the Northwest Republic and the Gold Coin Federation due to economic factors.
• The corrupting influence of power and wealth, and the difficulty of preventing conflicts driven by greed.

Character Interactions

• Sui Xiong and Renard discuss the Republic's future and potential threats, leading to valuable insights and plans.
• Renard shares his experiences and opinions, challenging Sui Xiong's perspectives and helping him consider new approaches.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An old dragon, Koradma, plans to attack Void Mask's underground labyrinth to draw him out and challenge him.
• Koradma's divine portfolio is threatened by Void Mask's growing recognition as the God of Underground Labyrinths.
• Koradma launches a powerful attack on the labyrinth, causing it to shake and crack.

Character Developments

• Koradma's hatred and malice towards Void Mask grow, leading him to decide against canceling his attack plan.
• Koradma's pride and desire for power are evident in his plan to challenge Void Mask and become the undisputed Lord of the Underground.

Significant Themes

• The instability of divine portfolios due to changing recognition and perception.
• Koradma's cunning and manipulative nature, as seen in his ambush tactics and desire to lure Void Mask into a disadvantageous situation.

Character Interactions

• Koradma's internal monologue reveals his thoughts and motivations, providing insight into his character.
• The chapter does not include any direct interactions with other characters, as it focuses solely on Koradma's perspective.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sui Xiong, the current Sun God, faces a powerful attack that threatens to destroy Void City and the underground labyrinth.
• He transforms into a giant beast to support the city and sends out a mass message for help.
• The enemy launches a follow-up attack using the legendary "Wormwood" spell, one of the "Seven Great World-Destroying Magics."

Character Developments

• Sui Xiong demonstrates his immense strength and quick thinking in responding to the crisis.
• Wol, the God of Knowledge, shows his knowledge of powerful spells but feels helpless in the face of such overwhelming magic.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and its limits is explored as Sui Xiong struggles to protect the city despite his immense strength.
• The theme of knowledge's limitations is highlighted as Wol realizes his lack of power despite his vast knowledge.

Character Interactions

• Sui Xiong reaches out to his allies for help, showing his understanding of the need for teamwork in the face of great danger.
• Wol's interaction with Sui Xiong highlights the difference in their abilities and the importance of each god's unique portfolio.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wol, the God of Knowledge and Education, detonates his divine power incarnation to block the falling scarlet star "Wormwood," but it has no effect.
• Jormungandr, the Justice God, arrives and attacks Wormwood with his full strength, temporarily stopping its descent.

Character Developments

• Wol demonstrates his willingness to sacrifice for the greater good.
• Jormungandr shows his power and reliability in critical moments.
• Veye, Manis, and other gods express relief at Jormungandr's intervention.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice and selflessness in the face of danger.
• The power of unity and cooperation among gods.
• The destructive potential of ancient world-destroying spells.

Character Interactions

• Wol and Jormungandr work together to try and stop Wormwood, showcasing their friendship and trust.
• Veye, Manis, and other gods react to the situation, revealing their hopes and fears.
• The God of Arts watches the scene from afar, expressing worry and unease.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Justice God Jormungandr halts the descent of the world-destroying blood-red star, "Wormwood," with a single strike.
• Other gods join in to attack Wormwood, using their respective abilities, but their combined efforts are less effective than Jormungandr's single strike.
• Sui Xiong, another god, could potentially help improve the situation, but he is currently incapacitated, his soul missing.

Character Developments

• Jormungandr demonstrates his immense power and earns respect from other gods.
• Sui Xiong's true strength is hinted at, revealing him to be much more powerful than initially thought.

Significant Themes

• The theme of unity and combined effort against a common enemy is explored, with the gods working together to combat Wormwood.
• The theme of hidden power and true strength is also present, as Sui Xiong's capabilities are revealed to be far greater than previously known.

Character Interactions

• Jormungandr interacts with other gods, leading the charge against Wormwood and encouraging them to help.
• Jormungandr seeks the Lord of Order regarding Sui Xiong's disappearance, but the Lord of Order remains evasive.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sui Xiong, while stabilizing the collapsing "Dragon and Dungeon," senses a powerful, sinister force.
• He leaves behind an incarnation to hold the structure and creates another to investigate the force.
• Sui Xiong finds himself in an unknown, dangerous place after being summoned by the force.
• He encounters a bizarre, chaotic entity that he believes summoned him.

Character Developments

• Sui Xiong displays curiosity and impulsiveness, acting on instinct rather than thought.
• He demonstrates adaptability and resourcefulness by using various senses and abilities to investigate his surroundings.

Significant Themes

• Curiosity vs. Caution: Sui Xiong's impulsive decision to investigate the force highlights the theme of curiosity overcoming caution.
• Power and Danger: The unknown force's immense power and the dangerous environment it leads Sui Xiong to underscore the theme of power being intrinsically linked to danger.

Character Interactions

• Sui Xiong interacts with an unknown, chaotic entity, attempting to communicate with it using Draconic language.
• Though there's no response from the entity, Sui Xiong's actions show his attempt to engage with and understand it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sui Xiong questions a terrifying cluster of abyssal chaos in Draconic, causing it to react after a long inactivity.
• The chaos begins to squirm in a discordant yet natural manner, influencing Sui Xiong to imitate it.
• Sui Xiong realizes the danger of imitating the chaos and stops, then protects himself with divine spells.
• He decides to escape by expanding his body to its limit and detonating it, successfully fleeing.

Character Developments

• Sui Xiong demonstrates fear and caution when faced with extreme danger, showing growth from his initial recklessness.
• He exhibits quick thinking and adaptability in deciding to flee when realizing the gravity of the situation.

Significant Themes

• Power and Danger: The cluster of chaos represents immense power that is also incredibly dangerous, highlighting the duality of power.
• Curiosity vs. Caution: Sui Xiong's initial curiosity leads him to near-disaster, but his caution saves him when he recognizes the true danger.

Character Interactions

• Sui Xiong interacts with the cluster of chaos, initially trying to communicate and imitate it, then deciding to flee.
• The jellyfish in the Shelter incubator reacts to Sui Xiong's escape, indicating a connection between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sui Xiong escapes from the chaos and returns to Void City.
• Jormungandr informs Sui Xiong about the 'Wormwood' threat.
• Sui Xiong joins the gods in the square, preparing to attack the 'Wormwood'.
• Manis and Ariel prepare their powerful great magic spells.
• Sui Xiong receives support spells from the God of Arts and the God of Celebrations.

Character Developments

• Sui Xiong shows pride in escaping a Great Divine Power but remains humble and focused on his duty to protect Void City.
• Jormungandr shows concern for Sui Xiong's well-being and the safety of Void City.
• Manis and Ariel demonstrate their power and coordination in preparing their great magic spells.
• The God of Arts and the God of Celebrations show support for Sui Xiong, highlighting their friendship and teamwork.

Significant Themes

• Power and Responsibility: Sui Xiong, despite his pride, understands his duty to protect Void City and its inhabitants, demonstrating the theme of power and responsibility.
• Friendship and Teamwork: The gods work together, supporting each other with their unique abilities, emphasizing the importance of friendship and teamwork in facing adversity.
• Approachability vs. Majesty: Sui Xiong's approachable nature is contrasted with the expected majesty of a god, raising questions about the appropriate image and behavior of a divine being.

Character Interactions

• Sui Xiong and Jormungandr: Brothers-in-arms, showing concern and support for each other.
• Sui Xiong and the other gods: United in their goal to protect Void City, they coordinate their efforts and support each other with spells and encouragement.
• The God of Arts and the God of Celebrations: They show their support for Sui Xiong, highlighting their friendship and teamwork.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sui Xiong enters the demonic star Wormwood, experiencing its dense malice and hatred.
• He realizes the chaos he previously encountered shares similarities with Wormwood's malice.
• Sui Xiong transforms into a drill and bores into Wormwood, causing Koradma's avatar to be destroyed.
• Koradma's true body is severely injured by Wormwood's power, losing wealth and an avatar.

Character Developments

• Sui Xiong demonstrates adaptability and strategic thinking by transforming to combat Wormwood.
• Koradma shows his composure in accepting losses but is severely affected by Wormwood's power.

Significant Themes

• Hatred and Malice: Wormwood's core power is its dense malice, which corrupts and poisons anything it touches.
• Power and Loss: Koradma's loss of wealth and an avatar highlights the cost of his actions and the risks of divine intervention.

Character Interactions

• Sui Xiong and Koradma indirectly interact through Wormwood, with Sui Xiong's actions causing Koradma significant harm.
• Koradma's thoughts reveal his disdain for Sui Xiong and his belief in the power of his avatar against Sui Xiong.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sui Xiong observes a black dragon transforming on the demonic star "Wormwood" above Void City.
• Sui Xiong attempts to attack the black dragon with magic and physical strikes, but its defenses and regenerative abilities are astonishing.
• Sui Xiong decides not to use a powerful Earth weapon due to its potential fallout on Void City.
• Sui Xiong summons a "Deep Sea Fleet" of mass-produced divine envoys using negative energy to counter Wormwood's malice and attack the black dragon.

Character Developments

• Sui Xiong demonstrates strategic thinking and adaptability by creating a new skill to counter the black dragon's powers.
• The black dragon shows immense defensive and regenerative capabilities, hinting at its growing power.

Significant Themes

• The theme of adaptation and countering powers is evident as Sui Xiong uses negative energy to neutralize Wormwood's malice and create a counterforce.
• The theme of sacrifice and expendability is shown through the mass-produced divine envoys, who are created to die in battle.

Character Interactions

• Sui Xiong interacts with his mass-produced divine envoys, giving them orders and using them as a strategic force against the black dragon.
• The black dragon's interaction with Sui Xiong's attacks shows its growing power and resilience.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The gods are assaulting the demonic star "Wormwood" with all their might.
• Sui Xiong is inside the demonic star, weakening it from within.
• Jormungandr, the Justice God, is leading the assault, impressed by Void Mask's (his brother's) actions inside the demonic star.
• Koradma, recovering from his injuries, considers using a powerful move from a mysterious black book.

Character Developments

• Jormungandr shows concern and admiration for his brother, Void Mask.
• Koradma reveals his past involvement with the Seven Great World-Destroying Magics and his possession of a powerful, secretive book.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of the Seven Great World-Destroying Magics.
• The gods' past oath to bury the secrets of these magics and never speak of them again.
• The struggle between maintaining peace and using extreme power to achieve goals.

Character Interactions

• Jormungandr and Void Mask (though not directly interacting in this chapter, Jormungandr's thoughts reveal his admiration and concern for his brother).
• Koradma's internal struggle with using the power from his black book, hinting at a past relationship with the Seven Great World-Destroying Magics.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Koradma's incarnation, corrupted by the demon star "Wormwood," is battling Sui Xiong's army of divine envoys.
• The black dragon's acid breath, deadly in the real world, has little effect on the divine envoys.
• Sui Xiong deploys supply ship-class divine envoys to heal the frontline divine envoys, prolonging the battle.
• The black dragon is gradually overwhelmed by the growing number of divine envoys and sustains numerous wounds.
• Sui Xiong prepares to summon more divine envoys to drown the black dragon.

Character Developments

• Koradma's incarnation is shown to be powerful but overwhelmed by the sheer number of enemies.
• Sui Xiong demonstrates strategic prowess by deploying specialized divine envoys to heal and reinforce his army.

Significant Themes

• Quantity over quality: The divine envoys' numbers eventually overwhelm Koradma's incarnation.
• Adaptability: Sui Xiong's use of specialized divine envoys showcases his ability to adapt to different situations.

Character Interactions

• Koradma's incarnation vs. Sui Xiong: The black dragon is outmatched by Sui Xiong's strategic use of divine envoys.
• Divine envoys: They work together, with different types supporting each other, to overwhelm Koradma's incarnation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wormwood, the demonic star, begins to destabilize and contract.
• Vol, the God of Knowledge, recognizes the danger and asks other gods to slow their assault.
• Jormungandr carefully controls his attacks to push Wormwood out of the main plane.
• Koradma, Wormwood's summoner, worries about other gods discovering his involvement.
• Jormungandr seals Wormwood in a golden cage and contacts Sui Xiong.
• Sui Xiong shares information about Koradma's involvement with Wormwood.
• Jormungandr attacks Koradma in the Pantheon, destroying his seat and incarnation.
• Jormungandr attempts to attack the God of Conspiracy but fails, and his own seat is destroyed.

Character Developments

• Vol demonstrates his knowledge about Wormwood and its potential danger.
• Jormungandr shows his immense power and control over his attacks.
• Koradma reveals his worry and distress about other gods discovering his involvement with Wormwood.
• The Lord of Order remains silent and does not intervene in the Pantheon's destruction.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of the Seven Great World-Ending Magics.
• The consequences of deceit and betrayal among gods.
• The rules and limitations of the Pantheon.

Character Interactions

• Vol and Jormungandr work together to push Wormwood out of the main plane.
• Jormungandr confronts Koradma in the Pantheon due to his involvement with Wormwood.
• Jormungandr attempts to attack the God of Conspiracy but fails, highlighting the changes in the Pantheon's rules.