Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Emily successfully becomes the first female dragon rider on the Legendary Continent, riding the Light Green Gem Dragon, Isen.
• She returns to Tinder Castle and reports her experience to Liszt, who praises her and grants her the title of Marquis.
• Liszt hosts a celebratory banquet for Emily, attended by nobles. He encourages them to support the Dragon Rider Candidate Program.

Character Developments

• Emily gains confidence and directness in her interactions with Liszt after becoming a dragon rider.
• Ponterexi, a former Moon-Slayer Listener, is now a viscount and expresses pride in his daughter Hippolyta's potential.

Significant Themes

• The power and prestige of dragon riders.
• The integration of Moon-Slayers into the Flame Kingdom's nobility.
• The importance of supporting and cultivating talent for the kingdom's future.

Character Interactions

• Emily and Liszt: Their relationship deepens as Liszt acknowledges Emily's achievements and grants her a title.
• Ponterexi and Larmot: They discuss their children's potential and the importance of integrating into the Flame Kingdom's nobility.
• Emily and the nobles: The nobles flatter and congratulate Emily on her success, acknowledging her status as a dragon rider.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hippolyta learns that Emily has become a Dragon Rider at a young age.
• Hippolyta returns home and discusses Emily's achievement with her father, Viscount Ponterexi.
• Liszt feels relieved that Emily can now help with domestic and foreign affairs, freeing up his time.

Character Developments

• Hippolyta: Becomes envious and aspires to become like Emily, a Dragon Rider. She also shows humility and a desire to work hard.
• Ponterexi: Recognizes Hippolyta's potential and encourages her to become a Dragon Rider, but also reveals his assimilation into the knight system's culture, prioritizing his family's benefits over the Moon-Slayers' well-being.
• Liszt: Feels relieved that Emily can now share responsibilities, allowing him more freedom. He also marvels at Rio's growth and considers the value of evil dragons.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Aspiration: Hippolyta's desire to become a Dragon Rider like Emily drives her to work hard and strive for greatness.
• Cultural Assimilation: Ponterexi's acceptance of the knight system's policy to erase Moon-Slayer culture highlights the theme of cultural assimilation and the prioritization of personal and familial gain over broader societal concerns.
• Power and Influence: Liszt's control over Rio, the Fire Dragon, and his recognition of Rio's growing strength emphasize the theme of power and influence, both in terms of personal might and political sway.

Character Interactions

• Hippolyta and her friend: They discuss Emily's achievement and express admiration for her.
• Hippolyta and Ponterexi: They discuss Emily's Dragon Rider status, and Ponterexi encourages Hippolyta to work hard and become a Dragon Rider herself.
• Liszt and Rio: Liszt marvels at Rio's growth and considers the value of evil dragons, highlighting their bond and Liszt's recognition of Rio's power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liszt meets with Gullveig, who has recovered from her injuries.
• Liszt visits the Sea Laboratory, where Ake is refining the process to purify the Curse Dragon's power.
• After three days, Liszt, Ake, and Gullveig dive into the trench to reverse the seal on the mermaid statues.
• Ake successfully reverses the petrification, and the mermaids begin to regain their flesh.
• Gullveig gives Liszt her Mermaid's Heart.

Character Developments

• Gullveig's body has healed significantly, and she is more at ease around Liszt.
• Ake continues to advance magical technology, playing a crucial role in purifying the Curse Dragon's power and reversing the mermaid statues' petrification.
• Liszt shows interest in the Curse Dragon's ability to be ridden, hinting at his desire for more dragons.

Significant Themes

• The power of magic and technology to overcome ancient curses and seals.
• The importance of perseverance and determination in achieving goals, as seen in Gullveig's recovery and the mermaids' eventual liberation.
• The value of friendship and trust, as demonstrated by Liszt's concern for Gullveig's well-being and his willingness to help the mermaids.

Character Interactions

• Liszt and Gullveig maintain a friendly and respectful relationship, with Liszt showing genuine concern for Gullveig's health.
• Liszt and Ake work together to purify the Curse Dragon's power and reverse the mermaid statues' petrification, showcasing their strong partnership.
• Gullveig expresses her gratitude and loyalty to Liszt by giving him her Mermaid's Heart and offering to protect the recovering mermaids.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liszt contracts with Gullveig using the Mermaid's Heart, gaining the ability to communicate with her across vast distances, command the naga and Fish Ugly races, and breathe freely underwater.
• A Ke declines to contract with any mermaid, preferring to rely on her own abilities.
• The six petrified mermaids are revived and contract with Liszt, strengthening his connection to the sea and his battle qi.
• The mermaids join the Flame Kingdom, and Liszt grants them the title of Marquis.
• Liszt, A Ke, and the mermaids embark on a journey to the Devil Sea to investigate its current state.

Character Developments

• Liszt demonstrates his willingness to accept new powers and responsibilities, contracting with Gullveig and granting titles to the mermaids.
• A Ke shows her independence and confidence in her abilities, declining to contract with any mermaid.
• The mermaids, once proud rulers of the sea, now face a changed world and must adapt to their new roles within the Flame Kingdom.

Significant Themes

• The passage of time and the changing of eras, as seen in the decline of the mermaids' power and status.
• The power of contracts and their role in the magical world, with Liszt gaining significant benefits from his contract with Gullveig.
• The importance of alliances and expansion, as Liszt seeks to incorporate the mermaids and the sea into his kingdom's territory.

Character Interactions

• Liszt and A Ke discuss the distribution of Mermaid's Hearts, showing their differing priorities and approaches to power.
• The mermaids interact with Liszt, showing deference to his power and willingness to serve under him, while also reminiscing about their past glories.
• Shaliwara shares her personal history with the group, revealing a connection to the Devil Sea and setting the stage for their exploration.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liszt completes the 'Mermaid's Heart' mission and receives a new mission to explore the Devil Sea.
• The group encounters a Leviathan whale fall, a massive corpse of an ancient, powerful sea creature.
• Etenia explains that whale falls are part of the ocean's life cycle and considered lucky by mermaids.

Character Developments

• Liszt continues to learn about the ancient world and its creatures.
• Etenia demonstrates her knowledge and experience, showing she's the oldest and strongest mermaid.
• Bluposi, the youngest mermaid, eagerly shares her knowledge about Leviathans.

Significant Themes

• The cycle of life and death in the ocean.
• The power and rarity of ancient creatures like Leviathans.
• Mermaid customs and beliefs.

Character Interactions

• Liszt interacts with Etenia, learning about the Moon Empire, Sun Empire, and Leviathans.
• Etenia and Bluposi share their knowledge about whale falls and Leviathans.
• The group works together to navigate the Devil Sea's dangerous currents.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liszt and his group discover an undersea tower, which turns out to be a grave filled with devil corpses.
• The devils awaken and attack the group, leading to a fierce battle eight thousand meters beneath the sea.
• A Ke holds back the devils' vast army single-handedly, demonstrating her immense magical power.

Character Developments

• Liszt shows strategic thinking and leadership, commanding the mermaids effectively during the battle.
• A Ke reveals her immense magical prowess and confidence, deciding to fight the devils alone to test her limits as a magister.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Curse Dragon and its influence on the undersea world.
• The desolation and madness-inducing nature of the deep-sea world.
• The contrast between the mermaids' magic and the devils' dark-element magic.

Character Interactions

• Liszt and A Ke work together, with Liszt commanding the mermaids and A Ke fighting at the forefront.
• The mermaids coordinate under Liszt's orders, demonstrating their teamwork.
• A Ke's confidence and determination inspire Liszt to wait for her to finish her battle before retreating.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A Ke demonstrates her spatial magic prowess, effortlessly defeating swarms of devils.
• Mermaids capture various types of devils for experiments to purify the sea.
• Liszt reveals his intention to purify the sea completely and asks for the mermaids' help.

Character Developments

• A Ke showcases her extraordinary strength and talent in spatial magic, earning admiration from others.
• Liszt asserts his role as the Lord of the Sea and expresses his determination to purify the sea.
• The mermaids express their loyalty to Liszt and A Ke.

Significant Themes

• The power of spatial magic and its superiority against other forms of magic.
• The contamination of the sea by the Curse Dragon and the challenge of purifying it.
• The role of a leader and the importance of gathering strength and allies.

Character Interactions

• A Ke impresses everyone with her magical might, including Liszt, Etenia, Viswenti, and the mermaids.
• Liszt shares his plans and seeks the mermaids' assistance, solidifying their alliance.
• The mermaids express their gratitude and loyalty to Liszt and A Ke.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gourd Elf, a mischievous elf, is rescued by the Dragon Knight and brought to the castle.
• Gourd Elf's playful water-spraying habit annoys the newly arrived Great Elf Bramble, leading to frequent arguments.
• Gourd Elf stands up to Great Elf Bramble, triggering its growth and maturity.
• Liszt receives a mission to help the Fish Ugly race solve their fertility issues.
• A Ke, a powerful siren Magician, fights and defeats a mermaid devil, demonstrating her prowess.

Character Developments

• Gourd Elf grows taller, matures, and gains more self-awareness after standing up to Great Elf Bramble.
• A Ke proves her strength and determination in battle, inspiring the remaining mermaids.

Significant Themes

• Harmony: The theme of living in harmony is explored through the interactions between Gourd Elf and Great Elf Bramble, as well as the mermaids' relationship with the sea.
• Growth and Maturity: Gourd Elf's growth and maturity symbolize the importance of standing up for oneself and the consequences of one's actions.
• Responsibility and Duty: The mermaids' decision to dedicate the rest of their lives to purifying the sea highlights their sense of responsibility and duty towards their environment.

Character Interactions

• Gourd Elf vs. Great Elf Bramble: Their frequent arguments highlight the clash of personalities and the consequences of mischief.
• A Ke and the Mermaids: A Ke's actions inspire the mermaids, strengthening their resolve to cleanse the sea and restore its former glory.
• Liszt and A Ke: Their teamwork in fighting devils demonstrates their complementary skills and trust in each other.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A Ke, with the help of seven mermaids, clears out a devil tower and its inhabitants.
• The group discovers a piece of rotten flesh emitting Curse Dragon aura, which is a special structure of power.
• Upon returning, Liszt plans to build a city for Fish Ugly near River Mouth City, managed by mermaids.
• Liszt tasks the Magic Guild with developing a Source of Vitality potion for Fish Ugly.
• The Gourd Elf in Tinder Castle begins to evolve due to its anger towards Zyra.

Character Developments

• A Ke demonstrates excellent combat skills and mental exhaustion after the battle.
• Liszt shows concern for A Ke's well-being and plans to entrust maritime affairs to Emily.
• The Gourd Elf shows signs of evolution due to its anger towards Zyra.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: Liszt's acquisition of mermaids and Fish Ugly solidifies his control over the sea.
• Evolution and Growth: The Gourd Elf's evolution represents growth and adaptation to new circumstances.
• Resistance and Oppression: The Gourd Elf's anger towards Zyra highlights the theme of resistance against oppression.

Character Interactions

• A Ke and Liszt: A Ke and Liszt work together to investigate the devil tower, showing a collaborative and mentor-mentee relationship.
• Liszt and Dimaria: Liszt entrusts Dimaria with managing the mermaids and Fish Ugly, showing trust in his abilities.
• Liszt and Chris: Liszt tasks the Magic Guild with developing a potion for Fish Ugly, showing his commitment to their well-being.
• Gourd Elf and Zyra: The Gourd Elf's anger towards Zyra highlights their antagonistic relationship.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Keli, the Gourd Great Elf, evolves, but Liszt is disappointed as gourds have limited use.
• Zyra, the Bramble Great Elf, wants to wear clothes and be the elves' steward, causing Liszt to remind her about proper conduct.
• Liszt attends Grand Duke Andrew's funeral at Blue Sky Mountain Palace, where he meets Matthew Red-White Rose.
• Matthew offers Liszt gifts, including White Platinum Elixir and Red Dragon Water, and invites him to Marilyn's coming-of-age ceremony.
• Liszt shares his encounter with mermaids and Fish Ugly with Marquis Oxtail, who expresses amazement at the wonders of the world.

Character Developments

• Liszt shows concern for Keli's evolution, but is disappointed in its practical use.
• Zyra displays ambition and authority as a Great Elf, wanting to wear clothes and manage the elves.
• Matthew Red-White Rose shows generosity and friendship towards Liszt, offering valuable gifts and inviting him to Marilyn's ceremony.
• Marquis Oxtail expresses amazement at the existence of mermaids and the wonders of the world.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and authority (Zyra, Matthew)
• Generosity and friendship (Liszt, Matthew)
• Wonders and mysteries of the world (mermaids, Fish Ugly)

Character Interactions

• Liszt and Keli: Liszt cares for Keli but is disappointed in his evolution.
• Liszt and Zyra: Liszt reminds Zyra about proper conduct as a Great Elf.
• Liszt and Matthew: They deepen their friendship, with Matthew offering gifts and inviting Liszt to Marilyn's ceremony.
• Liszt and Marquis Oxtail: They discuss the mermaids and the wonders of the world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Grand Duke Andrew's funeral is held, and he is buried near the Sapphire Dragon's lair.
• Liszt returns to Tinder Castle and finds Zyra inspecting the castle.
• Mary Dawn Break reports to Liszt about her investigation into the Vulture Family, revealing that they were wiped out over a century ago and that Stephenlan Vulture's novel, 'The Expedition of Vulture Knight Stephenlan', survives in fragments.

Character Developments

• The Sapphire Dragon shows a rare trace of sorrow for Grand Duke Andrew's death.
• Zyra demonstrates its growing confidence and responsibility in managing Tinder Castle.
• Mary Dawn Break shows her loyalty and efficiency in gathering information for Liszt.

Significant Themes

• The power of fate and destiny, as seen in the journey of Stephenlan Vulture's novel and its secret battle aura techniques.
• The importance of dragons in dragon-raising families, as Liszt reflects on the true foundation of his family's power.

Character Interactions

• Liszt and Zyra: Liszt praises Zyra's work, and Zyra shows off its accomplishments.
• Liszt and Mary Dawn Break: They discuss the investigation into the Vulture Family, and Liszt shares his speculations about the family's fate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liszt completes the Source of Vitality potion for the Fish Ugly, increasing their fertility rate.
• He receives a Magic Cloak as a reward, which he gives to A Ke to enhance her defenses.
• A new Smoke mission involves finding an assassin on Flame Island.
• Liszt lures the assassin out by organizing an investiture ceremony for the mermaids in River Mouth City.
• He successfully captures the assassin, a Shadow Incarnation, during the ceremony.

Character Developments

• Liszt demonstrates his strategic thinking and resourcefulness in luring the assassin.
• A Ke's power is further enhanced with the Magic Cloak, solidifying her role as a main force in future battles.
• The mermaids are formally integrated into the territory, with titles and ranks bestowed upon them.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against external threats and espionage.
• The integration and cooperation between different races and cultures.
• The enhancement of one's power and capabilities through equipment and strategic planning.

Character Interactions

• Liszt interacts with the nobles, the mermaids, and the captured Shadow Incarnation.
• A Ke's relationship with Liszt strengthens as he provides her with powerful equipment.
• The mermaids establish connections with the nobles during the socializing period after the ceremony.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liszt interrogates Sisley Shadow, a captured Shadow Incarnation from the Kushan Empire.
• Sisley reveals that he and four others were sent to investigate the Holy Dragon (Invisible Dragon) in the Flame Kingdom.
• Three Shadow Incarnations remain in the Flame Kingdom, with the next gathering scheduled in three days.
• Sisley provides details about the Kushan Empire, its emperor, and the training of Shadow Incarnations.

Character Developments

• Sisley Shadow: Initially defiant, he breaks under Liszt's interrogation and provides information about the Kushan Empire and Shadow Incarnations.
• Liszt: Demonstrates his expertise in interrogation and gains valuable intelligence about the Kushan Empire.

Significant Themes

• The power and limitations of Shadow Incarnations.
• The vastness and complexity of the Legendary Continent, with its diverse cultures and languages.
• The ruthless nature of imperial politics and warfare.

Character Interactions

• Liszt and Sisley Shadow: Liszt interrogates Sisley, who eventually reveals crucial information about the Kushan Empire and its Shadow Incarnations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liszt learns that the Kushan Empire has Magisters and Elemental Dragon Riders.
• He plans to capture the remaining shadow incarnations during Sisley's weekly gathering.
• Liszt captures three shadow incarnations and learns about the Kushan Empire's warlike nature.
• A new Smoke mission is issued: to construct a second magic teleportation array connecting Jade Mountain and the Legendary Continent.

Character Developments

• Liszt becomes more aware of the threats posed by other nations, particularly the Kushan Empire.
• He remains confident in the Flame Kingdom's ability to defend itself, using the metaphor "when water comes, earth dams it."

Significant Themes

• The growing threat of external powers to the Flame Kingdom's stability and security.
• Liszt's confidence in the Flame Kingdom's ability to defend itself and his determination to develop it further.

Character Interactions

• Liszt interacts with Marquis Oxtail, discussing the Kushan Empire's intentions and the potential threats they pose.
• Liszt captures and interrogates the shadow incarnations, gathering information about the Kushan Empire.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liszt and six mermaids (including Etenia and Gullveig) journey to the seabed secret realm, a crystal dome in the Shell Sea.
• Liszt enters the secret realm, discovering a vast, glowing plant ecosystem with no animals.
• He finds three Elf Bugs and their respective Bug Grasses, which are not magic herbs.
• At the secret realm's center, he finds a dragon's tailbone emitting a blue-white supermagic glow.

Character Developments

• Liszt demonstrates his strength and courage by entering the unknown secret realm.
• Mermaids show their limitations on land, while Liszt and sea sprites can go ashore with ease.

Significant Themes

• The power of mermaids vs. sea sprites and humans on land.
• The presence of dragons and their remains, hinting at a past war.

Character Interactions

• Liszt interacts with Etenia and Gullveig, learning about the secret realm and mermaids' abilities.
• Liszt contracts with Elf Bugs, showing his respect for creatures and their habitats.
• Liszt summons Vini to help excavate the dragon's remains, demonstrating their soul-unity connection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liszt discovers Water Dragon remains in the secret realm.
• He realizes that reviving the Water Dragon could be possible, similar to how he revived the Fire Dragon.
• Liszt and A Ke return to the Sea Laboratory, and A Ke decides to help revive the Water Dragon using her research on the soul element.
• After a day and night of research, A Ke sets up a magic array to revive the Water Dragon, and Liszt induces resonance in the dragon supermagic.
• A Ke injects the pure soul element into the resonating dragon supermagic, and a baby Water Dragon is born, merging with Liszt's body.

Character Developments

• Liszt: He remains curious and eager to explore the possibilities of reviving the Water Dragon, showing his determination and ambition.
• A Ke: She demonstrates her intellectual prowess and dedication to her research, particularly on the soul element, which proves crucial in reviving the Water Dragon.

Significant Themes

• Revitalization and Creation: The theme of reviving Elemental Dragons continues, with Liszt and A Ke successfully bringing a Water Dragon back to life.
• Knowledge and Power: A Ke's research on the soul element empowers her to assist in the Water Dragon's revival, emphasizing the value of knowledge and understanding in achieving one's goals.

Character Interactions

• Liszt and A Ke: Their collaboration in reviving the Water Dragon showcases their strong bond and mutual trust, with Liszt relying on A Ke's expertise and A Ke willingly assisting her brother.
• Liszt and the Water Dragon: After the Water Dragon merges with Liszt's body, they establish a connection, hinting at a potential symbiotic relationship similar to Liszt's bond with Rio.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liszt successfully revives a Water Dragon from an undersea secret realm using resources obtained from a single smoke mission.
• The Water Dragon's supermagic keeps the secret realm intact, but once the Water Dragon is revived, the realm begins to collapse.
• Liszt and A Ke gather the Water Dragon's bones and some glowing plants before the secret realm disappears.
• The Water Dragon, in magic-power form, is nurtured by Liszt and A Ke, with A Ke providing water-element supermagic.

Character Developments

• Liszt: Realizes the advantage of wealth in accumulating more resources and power. He becomes an invincibly powerful six-dragon knight with seven mermaids assisting him and A Ke, an invincibly powerful magus, at his side.
• Rio: Initially hostile to the Water Dragon, viewing it as either an enemy or food. Liszt suppresses Rio's hostility, and Rio calms down after Liszt promises ample Fire Dragon Water.
• A Ke: Starts studying the Curse Dragon's power and begins constructing the second teleportation magic array.
• Etenia (Marquis of the West): Willingly provides water-element supermagic to the Water Dragon, showing fondness for dragons despite their dislike for the Curse Dragon.

Significant Themes

• The advantage of wealth in accumulating more power and resources.
• The difference between magical elements and their ability to transform into one another.
• The relationship between dragon knights and their dragons, and the blending of dragon magic power and Dragon Dou Qi.

Character Interactions

• Liszt interacts with A Ke, discussing the care of the Water Dragon and the collapse of the secret realm.
• Liszt interacts with Etenia, borrowing water-element supermagic for the Water Dragon and ensuring Etenia's comfort.
• The Water Dragon interacts with Liszt and Rio, initially being threatened by Rio but later being nurtured by Liszt and A Ke.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The little water dragon's overwhelming devouring power drains Etenia, proving that mermaids can't help raise it.
• Liszt learns from A Ke that the little water dragon can absorb a combination of super-magic and soul elements for growth.
• A Ke reveals her theory about "bulwarks," boundaries that peak-stage Dragon Riders must break to advance further.
• A Ke successfully supplies super-magic to the little water dragon using her magic array and soul elements, without exhausting herself.

Character Developments

• Etenia: Shows her limits in providing super-magic to the little water dragon, highlighting the gap between mermaids and dragons.
• A Ke: Demonstrates her growth and understanding of soul elements, discovering the concept of "bulwarks" and successfully raising the little water dragon.
• Liszt: Shows concern for A Ke's safety, prioritizing it over the little water dragon's growth.

Significant Themes

• The power and limitations of mermaids compared to dragons.
• The concept of "bulwarks" as boundaries to Dragon Rider advancement.
• The importance of A Ke's safety over the little water dragon's growth.

Character Interactions

• Liszt and Etenia: Liszt apologizes to Etenia for underestimating the little water dragon's power and advises her to rest.
• Liszt and A Ke: Liszt learns about bulwarks from A Ke and expresses his concern for her safety. A Ke enjoys Liszt's affection and shows off her strength in the sea.
• A Ke and the little water dragon: A Ke successfully raises the little water dragon using her magic array and soul elements.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A Ke discovers the function of the Black Ring: Equivalent Alchemy, which can alter metal properties.
• Liszt and A Ke discuss the potential of alchemy for turning metals into more valuable ones, like gold or orichalcum.
• Liszt tours his territory, incorporating more Moon-Slayer natives into the Flame Kingdom's workforce.
• Construction of Flame Royal City and the royal palace begins.

Character Developments

• A Ke continues her research on the Curse Dragon's power and prepares to categorize soul elements.
• Liszt shows interest in alchemy's potential wealth and considers the values of different metals.
• The Moon-Slayer natives demonstrate their diligence and willingness to work hard.

Significant Themes

• Alchemy: The potential of alchemy to transform metals and create wealth.
• Work Ethic: The diligence and hard work of the Moon-Slayer natives.
• Territory Expansion: Incorporating more territory and subjects into the Flame Kingdom.

Character Interactions

• A Ke and Liszt discuss alchemy and its potential applications.
• Liszt interacts with the Moon-Slayer natives, overseeing their work and incorporating them into the kingdom.
• Liszt considers the names for his royal palace, comparing it to other dragon lords' palaces.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liszt continues inspecting construction projects across his territory.
• Blizzard Beasts successfully mate, paving the way for the Blizzard Knight Order.
• Liszt struggles to find suitable knights and candidates for the Dragon Knight program.
• The Magic Guild successfully grows the first batch of plants from Elf Bugs.
• Liszt sets up a new magic teleportation array between Jade Mountain and Orpiment Plain on the Legendary Continent.
• The first group of knights, including Yevich Shuihuasheng, travel through the new magic array to Flame Island.

Character Developments

• Liszt shows his dedication to his territory's development and expansion.
• The Blizzard Beasts demonstrate their value as potential mounts for the Blizzard Knight Order.
• The Magic Guild makes progress in understanding and cultivating plants from Elf Bugs.
• Yevich Shuihuasheng and the first group of knights express their loyalty and eagerness to serve their nation.

Significant Themes

• Nation-building and expansion: Liszt's focus on developing his territory and establishing a strong nation.
• The value of dragons: Liszt's dragons contribute to his nation's growth, but they also have their own needs and demands.
• Loyalty and service: Knights like Yevich Shuihuasheng demonstrate their commitment to their nation and leader.

Character Interactions

• Liszt interacts with Marta, discussing the renaming of locations in his territory.
• Liszt works with A Ke to set up the new magic teleportation array.
• Knights, including Yevich Shuihuasheng, express their excitement and gratitude upon returning to Flame Island through the new magic array.