Ch. 21A Brand-New Concept
Key Plot Points and Events
- Ye Luochen presents his first attempt at a novel soul guidance shield production process, which involves carving energy interfaces and inserting arrays separately.
- Xuan Ziwen, an eighth-grade soul master, points out the risks and flaws in Ye Luochen's approach, such as increased complexity and risk of explosion with higher-grade devices.
- Ye Luochen reveals his idea of modularizing soul guidance devices to improve repairability and reduce costs.
Character Developments
- Ye Luochen demonstrates his innovative thinking and willingness to experiment with new ideas, even when facing potential risks.
- Xuan Ziwen shows his deep understanding of soul tools and their production processes, as well as his ability to recognize and appreciate innovative concepts.
Significant Themes
- Innovation and Creativity: Ye Luochen's approach challenges the traditional methods of soul tool production, highlighting the theme of innovation.
- Standardization and Division of Labor: Ye Luochen's vision for the future of soul tool production involves standardization and division of labor, echoing industrial revolution themes.
Character Interactions
- Ye Luochen and Xuan Ziwen engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the current state and potential future of soul tool production, with Xuan Ziwen initially skeptical but ultimately impressed by Ye Luochen's ideas.
- Their interaction demonstrates a mentor-mentee dynamic, with Xuan Ziwen acting as a seasoned soul master and Ye Luochen as the innovative apprentice.