Ch. 361Computer Architecture and the Possibility of Deciphering Runes

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jia Xiu brings Bubu to the gel research team's laboratory for further tests.
  • The laboratory is located in a rented castle on Larven's outskirts, along with surrounding grasslands and woods for raising Gel Monsters.
  • Jia Xiu and Master Dain discuss Master Dain's idea of etching magic circuits directly into gel blocks for the computer's computational components.
  • The gel team faces challenges in miniaturizing enchantments due to interference causing state confusion.
  • Jia Xiu and Bubu test the magic-string detection method using gel tubes, finding it 20% faster than the Pixie method but still not fast enough.
  • Bubu reveals that Jia Xiu can learn to use Fairy Runes with permission from the Supreme Fairy.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu: Shows enthusiasm and support for Master Dain's integrated magic circuits idea, but also understands the need for practicality and prioritizing the current project's success.
  • Master Dain: Demonstrates innovative thinking by proposing integrated magic circuits, but also understands the need for further testing and refinement.
  • Bubu: Reveals that Jia Xiu can learn to use Fairy Runes, showing a deeper understanding of magic than previously known.

Significant Themes

  • Innovation and practicality: Master Dain's idea of integrated magic circuits shows innovative thinking, but Jia Xiu understands the need for practicality and focusing on the current project's success.
  • Learning and growth: Bubu reveals that Jia Xiu can learn to use Fairy Runes, suggesting that learning and growth are possible even for humans.
  • Teamwork and collaboration: The gel team, Master Dain, and Jia Xiu work together to test and refine their ideas, showing the importance of teamwork and collaboration in research and development.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and Master Dain: They discuss Master Dain's idea of integrated magic circuits, with Jia Xiu showing enthusiasm and support while also understanding the need for practicality.
  • Jia Xiu and Bubu: They test the magic-string detection method together, with Bubu revealing that Jia Xiu can learn to use Fairy Runes with permission from the Supreme Fairy.
  • The gel team and Jia Xiu: The gel team works with Jia Xiu to test and refine their ideas, showing collaboration and teamwork in their research and development efforts.

Ch. 362On How to Import a New Rune Library

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jia Xiu finds records suggesting that Sect Masters can grant Warlocks permanent abilities, likening it to downloading a library.
  • He considers finding a Supreme Fairy to attempt this process.
  • A Fairy team, including Oberon who claims to be a god, arrives for a welcome banquet.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu shows curiosity and determination in pursuing knowledge about Fairy Runes.
  • Oberon, a burly man claiming to be a god, displays a friendly and competitive demeanor during the mahjong game.

Significant Themes

  • The pursuit of knowledge and power.
  • The relationship between Sect Masters and Warlocks, likened to that of advisors and graduate students.
  • The divine authority of the God of Magic and the potential for other beings to grant magical abilities.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu interacts with Oberon, trying to learn more about Fairy Runes while playing mahjong.
  • Jia Xiu has a mental conversation with Justina, expressing his disbelief in Oberon's claim to godhood and his desire to learn Fairy Runes.

Ch. 363On How Some Research Projects Only Grow More Problematic the Further You Study Them

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jia Xiu meets Oberon, the fairies' god, who is muscular and eccentric.
  • Oberon wants Jia Xiu to learn Fairy Runes to promote fairy culture.
  • Jia Xiu wants to use Fairy Runes directly in his project, not through a fairy intermediary.
  • Oberon suggests having a child with a fairy to gain the ability to use Fairy Runes, but Jia Xiu declines.
  • Oberon reveals that Jia Xiu can either become a god through fairy faith or seize part of another fairy god's divine authority.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu: Stands his ground against Oberon's unconventional methods and remains focused on his research goals.
  • Oberon: Reveals his desire to promote fairy culture and his unconventional methods to achieve it.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle to preserve and promote cultural identity in the face of change.
  • The tension between tradition and modernity.
  • The challenges of interracial communication and cooperation.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and Oberon: Jia Xiu struggles to keep up with Oberon's leaping train of thought and unconventional methods.
  • Jia Xiu and Justina: Jia Xiu and Justina communicate through prayer, with Justina observing Oberon's actions from a distance.

Ch. 364Sect Master Says It Works, So It Works

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Oberon, a fairy guardian god, proposes a plan to Jia Xiu: temporarily worship the evil fairy god, the God of Pain (Chi), to obtain part of its divine authority, which can then be used to master Fairy Runes.
  • Jia Xiu learns that the God of Pain is a former fairy who believed in the unity of pain and pleasure, leading to extreme rituals and deaths among fairies.
  • Oberon admits that the fairies have been investigating Jia Xiu and considers him the best candidate for the task due to his lack of susceptibility to the God of Pain's influence.
  • Jia Xiu agrees to the plan after consulting with the Sect Master, who shows no concern about the God of Pain's power level.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu: Shows curiosity and ambition in researching faith and magic, agreeing to the plan despite its risks. He also displays caution by asking for the countermeasure ritual and seeking the Sect Master's opinion.
  • Oberon: Reveals his past mistake in not preventing the God of Pain's rise and his current determination to weaken her. He is honest about the fairies' true intentions, though he cannot disclose all the details.
  • Justina: Expresses concern for Jia Xiu's safety and is initially against the plan, but she ultimately agrees to protect him.

Significant Themes

  • Ambition vs. Caution: Jia Xiu's desire to research faith and magic drives him to accept the risky plan, but he also shows caution by seeking the Sect Master's opinion and asking for the countermeasure ritual.
  • Honesty vs. Deception: Oberon is honest about the fairies' true intentions, but he cannot disclose all the details, leaving Jia Xiu to wonder about their hidden agenda.
  • Trust: Jia Xiu trusts the Sect Master's judgment and follows her lead in deciding to participate in the plan.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and Oberon: Jia Xiu questions Oberon about the plan, and Oberon answers honestly, leading to an agreement between them.
  • Jia Xiu and the Sect Master: Jia Xiu consults the Sect Master about the plan, and her lack of concern about the God of Pain's power level reassures him.
  • Jia Xiu and Justina: Justina expresses concern for Jia Xiu's safety and is initially against the plan, but she ultimately agrees to protect him.

Ch. 365Analysis of the Anti-Deity Spell Array for Fairy Gods

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jia Xiu receives the countermeasure spell array materials from Oberon, a fairy god, to combat the God of Pain.
  • Jia Xiu hosts a poker tournament to motivate the fairies to work harder on their research.
  • Jia Xiu studies the countermeasure spell array but finds it difficult to understand.
  • Jia Xiu decides to ask Justina to help him test the spell array.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu: Shows curiosity and determination in understanding the countermeasure spell array. He also demonstrates his ability to motivate and manage the fairies.
  • Oberon: Reveals his eagerness to participate in the poker tournament and his lack of understanding about the countermeasure spell array.
  • Justina: Shows reluctance to help Jia Xiu test the spell array, hinting at a potential risk or discomfort.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle to understand complex magical concepts and the desire to learn and adapt.
  • The use of games and competition to motivate and engage individuals in tasks.
  • The potential risks and consequences of testing powerful magic.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and Oberon: Jia Xiu learns about fairy sleeping habits and the nature of the countermeasure spell array from Oberon. They also discuss the details of the spell array and the upcoming operation against the God of Pain.
  • Jia Xiu and Justina: Jia Xiu asks Justina to help him test the countermeasure spell array, to which Justina expresses reluctance. Their interaction hints at a potential risk or discomfort associated with the test.

Ch. 366Brushing the Edge of Faith's Essence

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jia Xiu and Justina conduct a simulation test in the Little Black Room to understand the spell formula's effects.
  • The spell formula, designed by fairy gods, is complex and requires multiple steps to cast.
  • Jia Xiu discovers that the spell's effect is subjective, only taking hold when he realizes it.
  • He sees faith as a colored energy entity, overlapping with the real world, and forming another dimension or subspace.
  • Jia Xiu experiments with prayer, spellcasting, and mana overflow, finding that they all pass through this faith space.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu: Becomes more curious and analytical, questioning the nature of faith, mana, and divine authority. He also discovers that he can see faith, possibly due to his unique traits.
  • Justina: Struggles to understand Jia Xiu's ability to see faith, as it goes against her own experiences as a god.

Significant Themes

  • The nature of faith and its relationship with mana.
  • The subjective nature of magic and divine authority.
  • The existence of a faith-based dimension or subspace.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and Justina: They work together to understand the spell's effects, with Jia Xiu leading the exploration due to his unique perspective.
  • Jia Xiu and the Sect Master: Jia Xiu questions the Sect Master's abilities, and the Sect Master confirms that the Little Black Room has limits.

Ch. 367How Many Steps Does It Take to Upload a "Virus" to an Evil God?

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jia Xiu discovers that the world of faith and magic power overlaps with the material world and can be observed with divine authority and high sensitivity.
  • He conjectures that evil gods might be born in the subspace of faith and that gods might be middlemen, harvesting faith for their own use.
  • Jia Xiu decides to focus on completing the operation against the God of Pain before delving deeper into his conjectures.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu: Becomes more skeptical of gods and their true intentions, but remains focused on his goals.
  • Oberon: Reveals his wife is Titania, the chief god of the Fairies, and shows a penchant for role-playing and secrecy.

Significant Themes

  • The nature of gods and their relationship with believers.
  • The potential exploitation of believers by gods.
  • The power dynamics between gods and their followers.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and Oberon: Collaborate on the operation against the God of Pain, with Oberon providing information and Jia Xiu planning the infiltration.
  • Jia Xiu and Justina: Jia Xiu brings Justina along for the operation, and they communicate through a prayer channel. Justina reveals that Titania is Oberon's wife.

Ch. 368Jia Xiu Had Trouble Fitting into This Scene

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jia Xiu refuses Oberon's infiltration disguises, finding them too outrageous.
  • Jia Xiu eventually agrees to transform into a monkey for the mission.
  • Jia Xiu enters the God of Pain's manor, encountering various unusual beings and activities.
  • A pixie, a member of the Brotherhood, guides Jia Xiu to the altar for a baptism ritual to connect with the God of Pain.
  • Jia Xiu learns that the spell formula to strip the God of Pain's divine authority will activate upon establishing a connection, and the amount stripped depends on the 'bandwidth' of the connection.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu shows reluctance and discomfort with the infiltration disguises but ultimately compromises for the mission.
  • Oberon displays a playful and serious demeanor while helping Jia Xiu prepare.
  • Justina remains mostly observant and interested in the proceedings.
  • The pixie guide shows a surprising level of comfort and detail in explaining the mission's specifics and the God of Pain's followers' activities.

Significant Themes

  • Sacrifice for the greater good: Jia Xiu reluctantly accepts the infiltration disguise for the sake of the mission's success.
  • Appearance vs. reality: Jia Xiu's initial assumptions about the manor's attendees based on their appearances are challenged as he encounters various unusual beings.
  • Faith and divine connection: The chapter explores the concept of faith transmission and the connection between deities and believers, with Jia Xiu learning about the 'bandwidth' of faith exchange.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and Oberon: Jia Xiu is reluctant to accept Oberon's disguises, while Oberon remains playful and serious in his assistance.
  • Jia Xiu and the pixie guide: Jia Xiu is initially surprised by the pixie's comfort with her role and the details she provides about the mission and the God of Pain's followers.
  • Jia Xiu and Justina: Justina remains mostly observant and interested in the proceedings, with little direct interaction with Jia Xiu in this chapter.

Ch. 369Jia Xiu's Brand-New Understanding of Pain

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jia Xiu attends the baptism at the God of Pain's church, expecting extreme scenes but finding a surprisingly normal setting.
  • The baptism process involves initiates being submerged in a pool while the God of Pain's response is played on a pipe organ.
  • Jia Xiu struggles to think of a method to please the God of Pain during his baptism, but ultimately decides to simply go with the flow.
  • After being submerged, Jia Xiu finds himself in a red-and-black palace-like space, where he sees iron cages containing other worshippers' conceptions of pain.
  • Jia Xiu decides to explore these cages, watching two "excellent assignments" that give him a new understanding of pain.
  • He creates his own understanding of pain based on his experiences and places it in a cage, which ascends rapidly.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu: Realizes the true nature of the God of Pain's faith and gains a new understanding of pain. He becomes more open to exploring and understanding different paths of pain.
  • The God of Pain: Struggles with boredom due to a lack of interesting pain insights from its worshippers. It hopes to find something new and creative during the baptism.

Significant Themes

  • Understanding and acceptance of pain: Jia Xiu's exploration of the God of Pain's faith helps him understand and appreciate different paths of pain.
  • Boredom and the search for stimulation: The God of Pain's boredom highlights the theme of seeking out new experiences and challenges to alleviate monotony.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu interacts with the God of Pain indirectly through the baptism process and the iron cages containing other worshippers' conceptions of pain.
  • Jia Xiu's experiences with Hannas influence his creation of a new understanding of pain.

Ch. 370A Little Project Management Shock for the Native Evil Gods

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The God of Pain receives a new initiate's consciousness, set in a declining empire trying to build an ultra-long aqueduct.
  • The engineer in charge faces numerous obstacles: environmental protests, demands for compensation, and budget mismanagement.
  • The project's budget is exhausted before construction begins, leading to public dissatisfaction and an investigation into the engineer's responsibility.

Character Developments

  • The God of Pain: Initially surprised and nostalgic about the detailed background setup, but grows increasingly frustrated and impressed by the initiate's creative interpretation of pain.
  • The Engineer (Initiate): Struggles with managing the project, facing numerous obstacles and eventually being held responsible for the budget crisis.

Significant Themes

  • Pain and Suffering: The initiate's interpretation of pain goes beyond physical torment, delving into the psychological anguish of helplessness and despair.
  • Corruption and Inefficiency: The empire's bureaucratic structure and corruption cause delays, waste resources, and hinder progress.
  • Creative Problem-Solving vs. Hopelessness: The engineer's attempts to navigate the system's absurdities lead to further entanglements and despair.

Character Interactions

  • The God of Pain interacts with the engineer's consciousness, experiencing the engineer's struggles firsthand.
  • The engineer interacts with various parties (protestors, lords, officials) who hinder the project's progress, highlighting the systemic issues and corruption.

Ch. 371Fairy Gods Are Quite Particular

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jia Xiu is undergoing a baptism ritual with the God of Pain in a secret chamber.
  • Justina and Oberon observe Jia Xiu's progress and plan to activate a countermeasure spell at the right moment.
  • Oberon reveals that the God of Pain is highly interested in Jia Xiu, even considering appointing him as a Chosen.
  • Justina becomes angry at the idea and decides to destroy the cult's stronghold after the spell's activation.
  • Oberon tries to dissuade her, hinting at his own connection to the place.
  • The countermeasure spell is activated, and Jia Xiu experiences a painful process of gaining part of the God of Pain's divine authority.
  • Jia Xiu successfully uses Fairy Runes after the process, but feels no other changes in his abilities.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu: Successfully gains the ability to use Fairy Runes, but feels no other changes. He speculates about the restrictions on rune magic usage.
  • Justina: Becomes angry at the thought of the God of Pain wanting to appoint Jia Xiu as his Chosen. She decides to destroy the cult's stronghold.
  • Oberon: Reveals his connection to the cult's stronghold, hinting at his own past involvement. He tries to dissuade Justina from destroying the place.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle between gods and cults, and the consequences of their actions.
  • The restrictions on rune magic usage and the speculation about their origins.
  • The immersion of gods in their roles and the potential consequences of their actions.

Character Interactions

  • Justina and Oberon: They observe Jia Xiu's progress together, with Justina becoming angry at the idea of Jia Xiu being appointed as the God of Pain's Chosen. Oberon tries to dissuade her from destroying the cult's stronghold.
  • Jia Xiu and Justina: Jia Xiu successfully uses Fairy Runes after the countermeasure spell's activation. Justina asks him if he became the God of Pain's Chosen, to which Jia Xiu responds negatively.
  • Jia Xiu and Oberon: Jia Xiu notices Oberon's dejected state after the operation's completion and asks him about it. Oberon reveals that their part of the plan failed.

Ch. 372Jia Xiu Suddenly Learned Something Incredible

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Oberon reveals that the Countermeasure Spell had two goals: strip divine authority from the God of Pain and test a solution to divine annihilation.
  • Jia Xiu learns about divine annihilation, a phenomenon where gods cease to exist due to excessive faith.
  • Oberon shares that ancient gods went mad and disappeared due to this issue, and the current gods may face the same fate.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu shows curiosity and a desire to understand the deeper workings of the divine world.
  • Oberon demonstrates honesty and a willingness to share information, though he may have ulterior motives.
  • Justina expresses concern about her own stability as a god.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of excessive faith on gods.
  • The struggle of gods to maintain control over their divine authority.
  • The lack of understanding about divine annihilation and the search for a solution.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and Oberon engage in a Q&A session, with Jia Xiu asking insightful questions and Oberon providing honest answers.
  • Justina interjects with her own concerns and clarifications.
  • Jia Xiu and Justina share a moment of understanding about the potential threat of divine annihilation to Justina as well.

Ch. 373Now That Things Had Come to This, Might as Well Get Back to Work

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jia Xiu discovers that gods face a phenomenon where their divine authority can be stripped away, leading to annihilation, and the fairies' attempt to solve this through "Ork Logic" experiments on the God of Pain.
  • Jia Xiu learns that the God of Pain was targeted due to being a former fairy and a convenient "soft persimmon."
  • Oberon reveals that the Sect Master knows Titania, but not by her full name, hinting at a close relationship.
  • The God of Pain, enraged by the divine authority incident, seeks revenge with the help of the God of Deceit and Curses.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu: Becomes more curious about the Sect Master's true identity and past.
  • Oberon: Reveals a timid side when dealing with the Sect Master, but quickly adapts to his presence.
  • The God of Pain: Becomes increasingly vengeful and desperate, seeking allies to strike back against the gods.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of divine power and the potential dangers of gods' existence.
  • The relationship between gods and their chosen, and the protection and guidance they provide.
  • The complexity of godly interactions and alliances, both within and between pantheons.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and Oberon: Jia Xiu learns valuable information from Oberon, while Oberon is cautious and respectful towards the Sect Master.
  • The God of Pain and the God of Deceit and Curses: The two gods collaborate to seek revenge against the gods who targeted them.

Ch. 374Turing, Shannon, and Von Neumann Possess Him

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The God of Deception attempts to divine the identity of the baptized one for his old friend, the God of Pain.
  • The divination results in a line of garbled text, which terrifies the God of Deception.
  • An unknown, overwhelming power manifests, slapping both gods across the face, controlling their actions.
  • Justina, anxious about her divine power's instability, seeks information in ancient texts but finds nothing.
  • Jia Xiu, working on the Magic-Energy Computer, reports significant progress and expects the prototype soon.
  • Jia Xiu attempts to invoke Von Neumann, Turing, and Shannon for a blessing spell on the project.

Character Developments

  • The God of Deception shows fear and uncertainty when faced with the unknown power.
  • The God of Pain accepts his pain and seeks to enjoy it, demonstrating his commitment to his Path.
  • Justina struggles with anxiety about her divine power's instability and seeks answers in ancient texts.
  • Jia Xiu feels his role in the Magic-Energy Computer project has become more administrative than technical.

Significant Themes

  • Fear of the Unknown: Both gods are terrified by the unknown, overwhelming power that manifests during the divination.
  • Acceptance of Pain: The God of Pain accepts and embraces his pain, highlighting his dedication to his Path.
  • Anxiety and Uncertainty: Justina's anxiety about her divine power's instability reflects her uncertainty about the future.
  • Progress and Development: Jia Xiu's reports on the Magic-Energy Computer project emphasize the steady progress and development of magical technology.

Character Interactions

  • The God of Deception and the God of Pain interact, with the latter seeking the former's help and the former trying to dissuade him.
  • Justina and Jia Xiu interact, with Justina expressing her anxiety and Jia Xiu offering reassurances and advice.
  • Jia Xiu attempts to invoke historical figures (Von Neumann, Turing, Shannon) to bless the Magic-Energy Computer project, showing his respect for their contributions to computer science.

Ch. 375The Historic Moment Recorded in Textbooks Wasn't Actually That Proper

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The first prototype of the Magic-Energy Computer is completed, looking chaotic and cultish.
  • Jia Xiu realizes the importance of industrial design, which was overlooked initially.
  • The computer's first full-system test is about to begin, with illusionists recording the process.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu shows satisfaction with the computer's functionality despite its appearance.
  • Master Dain reveals he gets nervous before project validations, offering advice to Jia Xiu.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of presentation and design in technology.
  • The tension and anticipation before a major project's validation.
  • The cultural differences and rivalries between Dwarves and Elves.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and Master Dain discuss the lack of industrial designers among Dwarves.
  • Jia Xiu and the team prepare for the computer's first test, with Jia Xiu entering the calculation program.
  • The team members report the computer's operating status during the test, expressing excitement and disbelief at its functionality.

Ch. 376Machine Team vs. Human Team

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Magic-Energy Computer project is successfully completed.
  • The Caster Association president and other members visit Jia Xiu's laboratory to witness the computer's capabilities.
  • A debate ensues about verifying the computer's accuracy without room for fraud.
  • It is decided that the Association's calculation team and the computer will simultaneously calculate Devil Race self-healing parameters for comparison.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu remains confident and composed throughout the chapter, showcasing his leadership and problem-solving skills.
  • The calculation team leader expresses reluctance but ultimately agrees to participate in the comparison calculation, demonstrating responsibility and professionalism.

Significant Themes

  • Trust and verification: The Association members want to ensure the computer's accuracy without room for deception, highlighting the importance of trust and verification in scientific research.
  • Competition and comparison: The comparison calculation between the Association's team and the computer implies a competitive element, with the computer potentially outperforming human calculators.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and Odysseus (the head of the Space Maintenance Department) engage in casual conversation, revealing Odysseus' appreciation for the computer's unique design and his suggestion for Jia Xiu to consult for cults.
  • The calculation team leader interacts with the Association advisor, expressing his team's reluctance to participate in the comparison calculation but ultimately agreeing to do so.

Ch. 377Gently Knocking Awake the Devil Race's Sleeping Hearts

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The association's computing team is swiftly outperformed by Unit One, taking 80-90 seconds to complete a task that the computer does in less than two minutes.
  • Jia Xiu explains the principles of the Magic-Energy Computer to the observers.
  • Master Larven asks thought-provoking questions about string combinations and programmatic casting.
  • The computing team completes their calculations, verifying Unit One's accuracy.
  • The association's president decides to build more computers, train craftsmen, and use Unit One for on-site Devil Race calculations and combat tests.

Character Developments

  • The computing team leader feels overwhelmed and somewhat defeated by Unit One's performance but accepts the tool's importance.
  • Jia Xiu gains a deeper understanding of his own work while explaining it to others.
  • Master Larven demonstrates his forward-thinking research intuition with his questions.
  • The association's president shows decisiveness and prioritization in handling the new technology.

Significant Themes

  • The impact of technology on traditional methods and roles (computers vs. manual calculations).
  • The potential of computers in magical research and spellcasting.
  • The importance of understanding and communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and the observers: Jia Xiu explains the computer's principles, and the observers ask questions, challenging him to deepen his understanding.
  • The computing team and Unit One: The team's swift defeat by the computer leads to introspection and acceptance of the new tool.
  • Master Larven and Jia Xiu: Master Larven's questions inspire Jia Xiu to consider new possibilities for his work.
  • The association's president and Jia Xiu: The president decides on the next steps for the computer's development and use, involving Jia Xiu's team.

Ch. 378Muscle School Meets Academy School: The Muscle Academy School

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Continental Allied Forces have made significant progress in locating and killing Devil Race members, but calculating their data on the spot remains a challenge.
  • A glimmer of hope emerges with Machine No. 1's computing power, which can calculate Devil Race data in around fifty seconds.
  • The first test of this new capability is planned, targeting a group of Demons responsible for guarding dragon-serpent eggs.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu, now a Master, is involved in planning the operation as a technical consultant.
  • Arnold, now a member of the elite Wolf Pack Squad, reunites with Jia Xiu.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle against the Devil Race and the search for a way to effectively combat them.
  • The importance of technology and innovation in warfare.
  • The human cost and ethical implications of biological modification and enhancement.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu and Arnold reunite and catch up, with Arnold showing off his squad's capabilities.
  • Jia Xiu is initially overwhelmed by the technical discussions but proves valuable in providing information about Machine No. 1's capabilities.
  • The experts and scholars discuss and plan the first test of calculating and killing Devil Race members on the spot, with a focus on selecting the right combat squad and target.

Ch. 379The Muscle Academy Team's Seamless Coordination

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Wolf Pack Squad, led by Arnold, plans to airdrop onto a Devil Race gathering, using a high-altitude teleportation and freefall with a calculated impact.
  • They aim to capture and sample data from the Demons, then use the results to complete prefabricated scrolls for targeted magic attacks.
  • The operation is time-sensitive, with each calculation taking about 55 seconds, and they need to clear all 34 Demons within the calculated time.

Character Developments

  • Arnold demonstrates his professionalism, reliability, and confidence in battle, as well as his enthusiasm for fighting Demons.
  • Jia Xiu shows concern for Arnold's safety and reflects on his responsibility in Arnold's transformation.
  • Jia Xiu also exhibits his analytical skills and dedication to research, noting improvements for Unit Two during the operation.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of coordination and teamwork, both within the Wolf Pack Squad and between them and the Association.
  • The use of technology and calculation in warfare, highlighting the value of arithmetic and scientific thinking.
  • The resilience and adaptability of the Devil Race, contrasting with the specialized war machine-like nature of their evolution.

Character Interactions

  • Arnold and Jia Xiu maintain a professional and friendly relationship, with Jia Xiu showing concern for Arnold's safety and Arnold admiring Jia Xiu's arithmetic skills.
  • The Wolf Pack Squad and the Association staff members interact, with the Association providing support and the Wolf Pack Squad handling the detailed formulation of the battle plan.
  • The Wolf Pack Squad members coordinate seamlessly, demonstrating their trust and understanding of each other's capabilities and roles in battle.

Ch. 380Jia Xiu's Precision Upgrade Blade

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jia Xiu anticipates global interest and research in computers after the Wolf Pack Squad's successful mission.
  • The Wolf Pack Squad reviews their battle footage immediately after decontamination, highlighting their professionalism.
  • Jia Xiu learns about the Ukmak Empire's intense training methods and their marshal's insistence on meeting him.
  • Jia Xiu gathers feedback from the Wolf Pack Squad and the computer operation team to improve the computer.
  • Arnold suggests carrying the computer onto the battlefield, and Jia Xiu hints at future possibilities.

Character Developments

  • Jia Xiu: Shows understanding and appreciation for user feedback, considers upgrading the computer, and acknowledges the Ukmak Empire's serious approach to fighting the Devil Race.
  • Arnold: Demonstrates extreme professionalism and dedication to improving his team's performance, expresses interest in using the computer on the battlefield, and shows concern for his team's well-being.
  • The Wolf Pack Squad: Exhibits exceptional professionalism and dedication to their work, reviewing their battle footage immediately after the mission and taking feedback seriously.

Significant Themes

  • Professionalism and dedication to one's work.
  • The importance of user feedback in product development.
  • The Ukmak Empire's serious approach to fighting the Devil Race.
  • The potential for computers to revolutionize various aspects of life.

Character Interactions

  • Jia Xiu interacts with the Wolf Pack Squad and the computer operation team, gathering feedback to improve the computer.
  • Arnold suggests carrying the computer onto the battlefield, and Jia Xiu hints at future possibilities, leading to a light-hearted exchange between them.
  • The Wolf Pack Squad reviews their battle footage together, highlighting their teamwork and dedication to improvement.
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