Chapter Summaries

Chapter Summary: The Godslaying Andy Ross

Key Plot Points and Events

• Annie’s impressive opening match earns widespread recognition despite her loss. Her destructive power is revealed to be comparable to that of top Assassins, and William notes that riding her Unicorn could potentially place her among the Southern Region’s top ten High-Class professionals.
• The tournament’s subsequent matches continue to impress, featuring elite contestants with exceptional equipment, Talents, Skills, and professions.
• Diablo is matched against Andy Ross, who is secretly empowered by the Dark Child. Expecting Andy to be overwhelmingly strong, William warns Diablo to surrender if necessary and refuses to promise him any Water of Life if he is seriously injured.
• Diablo begins the battle by spreading metal particles across the arena and using them to create shields, spears, and a Metal Storm. Andy Ross effortlessly counters these attacks with devastating black Blade Qi and superior close-combat speed.
• Andy’s black Battle Aura burns through Diablo’s metal defenses. He severely wounds Diablo, nearly splitting him in half, then severs his left arm with a single slash.
• Diablo surrenders and flees toward the referee before Andy can finish him. Andy allows the surrender because his true target is William, not Diablo or the other contestants.
• Andy’s attack destroys the arena’s supposedly indestructible barrier and leaves a massive ravine in the ground, shocking the spectators and demonstrating power comparable to a divine being.
• William treats Diablo with a small bottle of medicine but becomes deeply wary of Andy. He cannot determine what caused Andy’s sudden power increase and suspects the enhancement may have a time limit.
• Deloxis, after witnessing the battle, begins cultivating and strengthening his Battle Aura. He remains confident that he can defeat both Andy and William and declares that winning the tournament will be the first step toward becoming the God of Flames.
• The four Legendary figures debate Andy’s mysterious strength. Scabro denies responsibility, though he is privately just as confused, insisting Andy is not a reincarnated deity or the result of a known Dark Hall secret art.
• Roland proposes a wager over who will win the tournament, jokingly offering Erin as the prize. Scabro immediately challenges him, revealing his jealousy and romantic interest in Erin. Roland ultimately bets on William and secretly resolves to give him additional assistance.

Character Developments

• Annie: Despite losing, she establishes herself as a dangerous and highly capable fighter rather than merely a cute or harmless contestant.
• William: Becomes increasingly cautious about Andy Ross and recognizes that Andy may be powerful enough to threaten even him. His protective concern for Diablo is balanced by irritation over having to spend precious healing resources.
• Diablo: Displays confidence and a willingness to challenge powerful opponents, but quickly recognizes the gap between himself and Andy. He sensibly surrenders after losing an arm and suffering devastating injuries.
• Andy Ross: Is revealed as an overwhelming “dark horse” with terrifying speed, destructive Blade Qi, and black flames capable of annihilating metal and breaking the arena’s barrier. His repeated glances at William suggest a personal connection or hidden agenda.
• Deloxis: Responds to Andy’s emergence by training harder rather than becoming frightened. His ambition to become the God of Flames becomes more explicit.
• Scabro: Is embarrassed by the suspicion that the Dark Hall produced Andy’s power boost. His protectiveness toward Erin also exposes his romantic feelings.
• Roland: Remains playful and manipulative, using the wager to provoke Scabro while secretly planning to aid William.

Significant Themes

• Hidden power and deception: Andy’s strength vastly exceeds what was expected of him, suggesting concealed abilities, unknown origins, or a temporary transformation.
• Survival versus pride: Diablo initially wants to test himself against Andy but ultimately chooses surrender over pointless death, emphasizing the value of retreat in a lethal tournament.
• Ambition and the path to godhood: Deloxis views the tournament as only the beginning of a greater quest for divine power.
• Uncertainty and strategic preparation: The major powers begin reassessing their plans, cultivating themselves, and preparing for possible confrontations with Andy, Deloxis, and William.
• Personal motives beneath public competition: Andy’s real objective appears to be William, while Roland and Scabro’s actions are influenced by their feelings for Erin.

Important Character Interactions

• William advises Diablo to avoid a direct confrontation with Andy and later provides him with healing medicine.
• Diablo and Andy clash in a brief but brutal match, with Andy decisively overwhelming him.
• Andy deliberately spares Diablo after the surrender and focuses his attention on William.
• Deloxis silently evaluates Andy and William as future rivals before beginning meditation and flame cultivation.
• The four Legendary figures debate Andy’s origins and tournament prospects, with Carlos favoring Deloxis and Erin acknowledging Andy as a likely champion.
• Roland teases the group with a wager involving Erin, prompting Scabro to challenge him out of jealousy.
• Roland publicly bets on William while privately planning to strengthen William’s chances of winning.

Chapter Summary: “Luck 1 Was the True Despair!”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Burning Ash battles Deloxis in a fierce flame-based duel but ultimately loses after thirteen minutes. Despite his exceptional fire abilities and Blade Qi, he cannot overcome Deloxis’s overwhelming talent and defenses.
• With Burning Ash eliminated, William becomes the last remaining Dawn City competitor. He defeats Brooksey and advances to the quarterfinals alongside Sadin Giantpeak, Deloxis, Andy Ross, and others.
• The quarterfinal draw is disastrous for Dawn City:
  • William must fight Andy Ross.
  • Sadin must face Deloxis again.
• William considers claiming his tournament quest reward early. Doing so would guarantee an S-Plus reward but erase the accumulated progress that could eventually raise the reward to SS-Plus if he reaches the finals.
• Knowing Andy Ross is extraordinarily dangerous, William initially decides to claim the reward and improve his chances. However, he discovers the forgotten Legendary item, the Cursed Doll, in his Space Ring.
• William realizes Andy Ross is actually the terrifying Dark Child, a powerful and fortunate figure connected to the Dark Hall. The Cursed Doll can reduce an enemy’s Luck Value to 10% of the user’s and inflict continuous damage.
• William and Andy Ross begin the quarterfinal by unleashing their strongest attacks. Andy overdrafts the body he is possessing, while William activates the Power of Holy Soul, Thunder Body, and Dawn Impact.
• Their collision destroys the arena barrier and creates a massive crater. William uses Hegni’s Sword, whose curse has been removed and whose destructive effect damages Andy’s weapon.
• Andy uses Blade Qi, but William blocks and even catches one of the attacks. William then uses nine successive slashes to conceal the Cursed Doll, successfully striking Andy with it.
• Andy’s incredible luck immediately collapses. The Goddess of Misfortune’s blessing temporarily disappears, his Luck Value falls into extreme negative territory, and a Horror Doll appears on his chest, stabbing him repeatedly.
• William mocks Andy by asking whether someone who spreads terror has ever experienced true despair, confidently turning the battle against him.

Character Developments

• William demonstrates strategic patience and adaptability. Rather than relying only on raw strength, he carefully weighs the value of quest rewards and ultimately uses an overlooked item to exploit Andy’s greatest strength: his luck.
• William’s Luck Value of 1 becomes unexpectedly advantageous. Since the Cursed Doll reduces the opponent’s luck to a percentage of the user’s, Andy’s immense luck is catastrophically reduced.
• Andy Ross/Dark Child is revealed to be far more dangerous and sinister than an ordinary seeded competitor. He appears to be controlling or invading Andy Ross’s body and seeks to destroy William’s soul.
• Dark Child’s confidence collapses after the Cursed Doll takes effect. His luck, previously one of his greatest advantages, becomes a source of despair.
• Burning Ash suffers another defeat despite fighting valiantly, emphasizing the overwhelming strength of Deloxis.
• Annie continues to support William without pressuring him, showing her steadfast loyalty and trust.
• Alec worries about William’s safety and suggests surrendering, reflecting the danger of the match.

Significant Themes

• Luck as power and weakness: Dark Child’s extraordinary fortune has allowed him to survive countless dangers, but William’s cursed item transforms that advantage into a liability.
• Strategy over brute force: William wins momentum not through superior strength alone, but by concealing the Cursed Doll within a series of weak attacks.
• Despair and reversal: The chapter humorously reverses the usual power dynamic. The character who normally spreads fear becomes the victim of helplessness and despair.
• Risk versus reward: William’s decision about whether to claim the quest reward early reflects the tension between guaranteed safety and pursuing far greater potential rewards.
• Hidden identities and deception: Andy Ross’s connection to Dark Child reveals that appearances in the tournament cannot be trusted.
• Underdog ingenuity: William’s seemingly useless Luck Value of 1 becomes the key to countering an opponent with overwhelming luck.

Character Interactions

• Burning Ash and the Dawn City members discuss William’s impossible matchup and urge caution, while Annie silently supports his decision to fight.
• William and Andy exchange confident threats before the match, each believing he can defeat the other.
• William recognizes Andy’s familiar, cruel smile as Dark Child’s trademark behavior, linking him to the infamous figure known for tormenting Professionals.
• During the fight, Andy questions William’s possession of Hegni’s Sword, while William dismisses the question.
• William deliberately uses weak Sword Qi attacks to distract Andy and land the Cursed Doll.
• After seeing Andy suffer, William taunts him about experiencing genuine despair, marking a psychological victory even before the battle’s final outcome.

Chapter Summary: “Have You Ever Seen a God?”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Andy Ross, fully possessed by Dark Child, battles William in the tournament final.
• Andy manifests the power of the Dark World, creating a vast domain of freezing black flames and launching a black fire dragon at William.
• William counters with powerful sword techniques, splitting the dragon apart, then uses his Lightning Bow and Ninefold Volley to bombard Andy.
• Despite being riddled with arrows, Andy continues advancing. Dark World patterns spread across his body, revealing that his power is not ordinary Demonic Power but a unique force granted by the God of Darkness.
• Andy undergoes a further transformation, greatly increasing his physical abilities and extending his saber with massive Battle Aura. His attack badly damages William, despite William’s Light Shields.
• William uses thunder against himself to extinguish the black flames burning his body, then confronts Andy directly.
• The two exchange devastating blows. William catches Andy’s saber with his left hand while stabbing him with the Cursed Sword, creating a massive destructive Sword Aura that tears open Andy’s abdomen.
• Andy survives by reconstructing his body with black flames, declaring that flesh is merely a vessel.
• William is also gravely wounded, but a hidden blessing activates and rapidly regenerates his body. The crowd realizes that the healing comes from a powerful Life-Class Professional—William’s mother, Alice.
• Because Life-Class Professionals can grant only one blessing before becoming Saints, William removes his damaged Inner Armor, recognizing that its protective power has been exhausted.
• Andy mocks William by asking whether his mother has died. In response, William removes the Gloves that had restrained his left hand and releases the full power of Thunder God’s Hand.
• Lightning covers the sky, transforming the arena into an enormous Thunder Pool. For the first time, Dark Child experiences genuine fear as William declares, “Have you ever seen a god?”

Character Developments

• William demonstrates extraordinary endurance, tactical creativity, and willingness to exchange injuries directly with Andy. He reveals that his left hand and Thunder God’s Hand possess far greater power than previously known.
• William’s discovery that Alice is a Life-Class Professional deepens his understanding of his mother and explains his exceptional healing ability.
• William’s emotional restraint breaks after Andy insults his mother, triggering the release of his sealed lightning power.
• Dark Child proves that he is not merely controlling Andy Ross but has transformed him into a unique being of the Dark World. He can survive catastrophic injuries by replacing flesh with black flame.
• Despite his arrogance and confidence, Dark Child finally experiences fear when confronted with William’s fully unleashed power.
• Andy Ross’s body is shown to be only a vessel for Dark Child, emphasizing the extent to which his identity has been overtaken.

Significant Themes

• Power beyond appearances: Both combatants reveal hidden abilities that exceed what spectators and even opponents believed possible.
• The body as a vessel: Dark Child’s ability to rebuild himself reflects his belief that physical form is temporary and replaceable.
• Parental influence and sacrifice: Alice’s one-time blessing saved William’s life, while Dark Child’s origins are tied to both his Demon father’s influence and his eventual rejection of it.
• Humanity versus darkness: Dark Child represents a human transformed into a new form of Dark World life, while William draws on lightning, life, and possibly divine power.
• Fear and godhood: Dark Child has claimed not to fear anything, but William’s final transformation forces him to confront a power approaching the divine.
• Hidden potential: The chapter repeatedly reveals that both fighters have only partially displayed their true capabilities.

Character Interactions

• William and Dark Child engage in a brutal, evenly matched exchange, repeatedly attacking despite severe injuries.
• Dark Child recognizes William’s courage and strength, shifting from dismissing him as inexperienced to treating him as a serious opponent.
• William responds to Dark Child’s mockery of his mother with controlled anger that culminates in the release of his ultimate lightning power.
• The spectators debate whether Andy is using Demonic Power and react with shock to both fighters’ resilience, William’s nearly indestructible left hand, and the revelation of his healing blessing.

Chapter Summary: “Little Crisis, Great Reward!”

Key Plot Points and Events

• William unleashes Thunder Domain, a devastating pseudo-domain normally usable only by Epic-tier powerhouses. Its overwhelming lightning destroys the arena and reduces Andy Ross, host to the Dark Child, to ash.
• Four Legendary figures—Roland Fick, Erin, Carlos, and Scabro—intervene to disperse the domain before it destroys the entire arena.
• William survives but suffers severe consequences from using Thunder God’s Left Hand: his eyes are permanently damaged, leaving him blind. He can still perceive the world through Soul Power and access his Information Panel.
• Annie gives William the Water of Life, restoring his health and helping regenerate his body. Although visibly close to tears, William hides the severity of his blindness to avoid upsetting her.
• The Legendary figures immediately become interested in Thunder God’s Left Hand. Scabro suggests reporting it, while Roland accuses the Dark Hall of involvement in the Dark Child’s appearance.
• Roland threatens anyone who attempts to seize William’s hand. Carlos acts as a mediator but openly points out that both the Magic Sanctum and the Dark Hall are interested in taking it.
• William cuts off the divine hand himself, declaring that it belongs to him, but it instantly reconnects to his body. This proves that the hand is linked to his soul and has acknowledged him.
• Because stealing the hand would require killing William, the factions realize that doing so could provoke the Black Leaf Elves and lead to a major conflict involving the deaths of Legendary figures. Erin and Scabro therefore abandon any immediate attempt to seize it.
• William then demands that the tournament reward him for defeating the Dark Child. Roland confirms that Dark Creatures were not permitted to participate, making the match invalid; the tournament officials nevertheless award William first place.
• William receives the Southern Region Number One reward, though he is denied the formal title of the region’s strongest High-Class Professional because he did not complete the tournament normally.
• The Dark Child is not truly dead but has suffered catastrophic soul damage. His rank and strength may decline severely, greatly reducing the threat of the Dark Invasion in the short term.
• William realizes that his victory will likely be publicized, granting him fame as a heroic figure and potentially earning him a Legendary Degree. He also begins considering the eyes of the statue within the Thunder God Temple as a possible solution to his blindness.

Character Developments and Interactions

• William demonstrates immense power and tactical boldness, defeating the Dark Child despite the destructive backlash of Thunder God’s Left Hand. He also shows political awareness by exploiting the tournament rules and demanding the reward even while physically incapacitated.
• William’s willingness to cut off his own hand emphasizes his determination to retain control over the divine artifact. Its immediate reconnection confirms his special compatibility and future potential.
• Annie shows deep concern for William, rushing to heal him and nearly crying when he awakens. William conceals his blindness partly to protect her emotionally.
• Roland Fick firmly defends William and positions himself as the Prince’s protector. His confrontation with Scabro reveals his willingness to challenge the Dark Hall and even risk a broader conflict in order to protect William.
• Scabro is suspicious of William’s divine hand and seeks to report or potentially claim it, but becomes cautious once the political and personal consequences are made clear.
• Erin also recognizes the value of the hand, but refrains from acting after realizing that killing William could trigger retaliation from the Black Leaf Elves.
• Carlos unexpectedly supports William by mediating between Roland and Scabro while exposing the factions’ motives. His comments make clear that harming William would have consequences because of his heritage and family.
• Deloxis is shaken by William’s power, realizing that the Thunder Domain might have killed even him.
• The four Legendary figures collectively acknowledge that William is no longer merely a promising young professional; his connection to Thunder God’s Left Hand marks him as a potential future Legendary or Saint.

Significant Themes

• Power and sacrifice: William’s victory comes at the cost of permanent blindness, showing that extraordinary power demands an equally extraordinary price.
• Political consequences of strength: The divine hand is more important than the battle itself, turning William into the focus of competing factions and threatening to destabilize the balance between major powers.
• Divine recognition and destiny: The hand’s soul connection suggests that William has been chosen or acknowledged by a higher power, reinforcing his potential for future ascension.
• Protection and factional balance: Roland’s defense of William and the threat of Black Leaf Elf retaliation demonstrate how alliances and political deterrence can protect an individual from powerful institutions.
• Exploiting rules and public reputation: William turns a dangerous crisis into a personal advantage by securing the tournament’s reward and allowing the world to view him as a heroic opponent of darkness.
• Hidden costs beneath apparent victory: Although William wins decisively, he remains injured, politically exposed, and dependent on future discoveries—particularly the possible solution in the Thunder God Temple.

Overall Significance

William’s defeat of the Dark Child establishes him as one of the most powerful High-Class figures in the Southern Region and greatly increases his fame and influence. However, his divine hand and its connection to his soul create a dangerous political problem. While the immediate threat from the Dark Hall and other factions is contained, William’s new status ensures that both his allies and enemies will continue watching him closely.

Chapter Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• After Erin removes the barrier around Dawn City, Scabro explains the tournament’s crisis. The real Andy Ross had already died, while the “Andy” seen in the competition was a disguise created by the Dark Child.
• Scabro claims the Dark Child intended to win the tournament, transform into a Dark Creature, and humiliate the Southern Region’s talented Professionals. However, he insists the organizers had controlled the Dark Child and used him to test the tournament’s geniuses.
• Dawn City Lord William Blackleaf forces the Dark Child to reveal his true form and defeats him so thoroughly that the Dark Child barely escapes back to the Dark World.
• The tournament organizers manipulate public opinion through Scabro’s long speech. Andy Ross is reclassified as an innocent victim, the Dark Hall is cleared of responsibility, and William is celebrated as the Southern Region’s hero.
• Scabro emphasizes that the Dark Child was controlled, unrelated to the Dark Hall, and weaker than William. William’s use of a Forbidden Technique is used to explain why he cannot continue fighting, while his victory is treated as proof that he deserves first place.
• Back at their residence, William’s allies worry that Scabro’s excessive praise—especially his repeated references to William’s glowing left hand—is intended to draw enemies toward him and expose the Thunder God’s hand.
• William reveals that his left hand is the Thunder God’s hand. Burning Ash and Diablo touch or rub it, only to be violently shocked and thrown away. Alec wisely decides not to touch it.
• William explains that the Forbidden Technique has left him blind. He can compensate with Soul Perception, but its range is limited and unreliable in battle, especially against enemies more than one hundred meters away.
• Rather than seeking an ordinary eye replacement, William plans to obtain the Thunder God’s Eyes, likely the eyes of the Thunder God statue that once overwhelmed him and Burning Ash.
• William claims his S-Plus quest reward despite placing fourth in the tournament. The rewards include experience, upgrade cards, the Talent “Thunder Body,” and an unclaimed reward to be collected from the organizers.
• He uses the Talent Upgrade Card on Thunder Body, successfully evolving it into the more powerful “Thunder Physique.”

Character Developments

• William Blackleaf: Becomes publicly celebrated as the Southern Region’s strongest young hero, though this recognition also makes him a target of the Dark World. He reveals the extent of his injuries and his ambitious plan to replace his damaged eyes with the Thunder God’s Eyes. His new Thunder Physique greatly strengthens his lightning abilities.
• Scabro: Demonstrates his skill at manipulating public opinion. Through propaganda and relentless rhetoric, he protects the tournament organizers and the Dark Hall while directing attention toward William.
• The Dark Child: Is exposed, defeated, and forced to retreat. He is now likely to become a lasting enemy of William and Dawn City.
• Andy Ross: Is posthumously reframed as a victim rather than a traitor, allowing the organizers to avoid responsibility for his death and the deception.
• Annie: Already knows about William’s Thunder God’s Left Hand and quietly observes him for signs of side effects. She is embarrassed when she realizes something may be wrong with him but does not bring it up.
• Burning Ash, Diablo, and Alec: Their curiosity about William’s divine hand leads to comic consequences. Burning Ash and Diablo are shocked, while Alec becomes cautious and avoids touching it.
• Dawn City’s group: They recognize that William’s victory has brought both prestige and danger, particularly the possibility of repeated attacks from Dark Creatures.

Significant Themes

• Propaganda and control of public perception: The organizers reshape the truth, turning Andy into a victim, absolving the Dark Hall, and glorifying William to serve their own political purposes.
• Power and danger: William’s victory brings fame and rewards but also exposes Dawn City to the hostility of the Dark World.
• Divine power and human ambition: William’s possession of the Thunder God’s hand and his desire for the Thunder God’s Eyes show his willingness to use divine remains to overcome his limitations.
• Injury and adaptation: Despite blindness and the consequences of a Forbidden Technique, William finds ways to continue fighting through Soul Perception and future divine enhancements.
• Comedy amid danger: The serious aftermath of the tournament is balanced by humorous scenes involving William’s companions being electrocuted by his hand.
• Luck and opportunism: William jokingly borrows Annie’s “European luck” before claiming his rewards, reflecting his tendency to exploit every possible advantage.

Character Interactions

• William and Scabro: Scabro’s speech elevates William publicly while possibly placing him in greater danger by drawing attention to his divine hand.
• William and his companions: Burning Ash, Diablo, and Alec question him about the hand and his condition. Their curiosity results in repeated electric shocks, while William responds with irritation and humor.
• William and Annie: Annie remains supportive and concerned about his health. William rests his hand on her thigh while claiming his rewards, jokingly attributing his good fortune to her luck.
• William and Burning Ash: Burning Ash questions why William gives up competing for first place and is shocked when he tests William’s blindness.
• William and Diablo: Diablo doubts William’s explanation of his blindness and is punished when William detects and strikes him despite lacking normal sight.

Chapter Summary: Mutated Thunder Physique, Legendary Renown!

Key Plot Points and Events

• William attempts to upgrade Thunder Body, which merges with Power of Thunder and Wrath of Thunder. Despite his doubts about his luck, the fusion succeeds.
• The three abilities combine into the powerful Mutated Thunder Physique.
• The new Talent grants:
  • Major increases to Thunder attack, defense, and Lightning affinity.
  • Significant resistance to Lightning damage, especially from weaker opponents.
  • Thunder Heart, which restores HP whenever William is attacked.
  • Thunder Strike, a devastating Thunder attack with no cost but a twelve-hour cooldown. Its drawback temporarily disables his Thunder Talent afterward.
• William celebrates his newfound strength, joking that he has become an even more formidable Tank and may now be able to defeat the injured Dark Child if they meet again.
• He reflects that Thunder Strike gives him a safer alternative to using dangerous Forbidden Techniques, which previously caused serious injuries.
• William playfully teases and smacks Annie’s thigh several times. She responds by striking him, though she remains outwardly expressionless.
• Burning Ash challenges William to a future duel, but William agrees only to a normal fight without using Thunder God’s Left Hand or other overwhelming abilities. Diablo accepts the possibility of sparring, while Alec declines because Thunder-based attacks would cripple his speed.
• Dawn City’s group leaves the tournament early. William is unable to continue because of the injuries caused by his Forbidden Technique, though everyone recognizes that he effectively defeated the Dark Child.
• After returning to Dawn City, William receives a hero’s welcome. His victory spreads throughout the Southern Region, earning him a Legendary Renown titled “Thunder God’s Left Hand.”

Character Developments

• William grows substantially stronger and gains a Talent comparable to those possessed by figures with potential for Sainthood. His defensive abilities and survivability improve dramatically, reinforcing his role as a Tank.
• He also becomes more cautious about exposing his strongest techniques, realizing that using Forbidden Techniques can damage irreplaceable parts of his body.
• William’s fame increases beyond his control. His exaggerated battle declaration and use of Thunder God’s Left Hand cause people to suspect that he is the reincarnation of the Thunder God.
• Annie remains calm and unreadable despite William’s teasing, responding physically rather than verbally.
• Burning Ash becomes more determined to test himself against William, though he remains wary of William’s special Thunder abilities.
• Deloxis is disappointed by William’s departure, since the remaining tournament opponents cannot provide him with a meaningful challenge or attract much audience attention.

Significant Themes

• Power and progression: William’s new Talent marks a major advancement from relying on equipment and borrowed resources to possessing genuine personal strength.
• Risk versus power: His immense abilities come with consequences, particularly the physical danger of Forbidden Techniques and the temporary loss of his Thunder Talent after Thunder Strike.
• Reputation and mythmaking: William’s actions are transformed into exaggerated legend, demonstrating how public perception can quickly turn a powerful individual into a religious or heroic figure.
• Luck versus character: William jokes that his success is not due to luck but to his “character,” emphasizing his growing confidence and self-image.
• The burden of fame: Although William enjoys becoming stronger, he is distressed that his new renown attracts attention and may make him a target.

Character Interactions

• William repeatedly provokes Annie through physical teasing, receiving several retaliatory smacks.
• He discusses a possible duel with Burning Ash, Diablo, and Alec, establishing their differing attitudes toward confronting him.
• The Four Top Factions help spread William’s victory, indirectly shaping his public image as a divine or legendary figure.
• The people of Dawn City welcome William as though he were a god, while he internally rejects the idea that he is truly the Thunder God’s reincarnation.
• By the end, William decides to remain in Dawn City and avoid unnecessary travel until the attention surrounding his victory fades.

Chapter Summary: “Dawn Academy, Riding the Wave!”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dawn City celebrates William’s return and his victory over the Dark Child. Although he did not win the Magic-Martial Tournament, killing the Dark Child has made him one of the most famous figures in the Southern Region.
• William’s reputation is so great that commoners treat him almost like a divine figure, calling him the Dragon Slayer, the Son of Thunder, or even the reincarnation of the Thunder God.
• To capitalize on this reputation, William announces the creation of Dawn Academy, consisting of both a Magic Academy and a Battle Aura Academy.
• The academies will be built in a large southern mountain district capable of housing up to one hundred thousand students and teachers.
• Dawn Academy will accept talented people from across the Legendary Continent. Tuition will be free, with scholarships, family subsidies, equipment, secret manuals, and financial support available to outstanding or poor students.
• Graduates will automatically become citizens of Dawn City and gain access to jobs in the Dawn Regular Army, Dawn Mercenary Group, and other departments. Exceptional students may also receive support if they choose to travel elsewhere.
• William appoints two legendary figures as vice deans:
  • Old Bander, a Space Archmage, for the Magic Academy.
  • Old Pi, a Time Grandmaster Warrior, for the Battle Aura Academy.
• William also recruits instructors and professionals for other city departments, transforming Dawn City into an attractive center for education, employment, and advancement.
• The chapter ends with William arriving at the Divination Shop, intending to use his “Thunder God reincarnation” reputation to identify talented individuals and attract future “protagonist-type” Professionals.

Character Developments

• William has become dramatically more confident and politically savvy. His swagger reflects both his immense reputation and his growing authority as Dawn City’s ruler.
• Rather than resenting the Four Major Factions for exaggerating his identity as the Thunder God’s reincarnation, William decides to exploit their propaganda. He turns a potentially dangerous rumor into a recruitment and development strategy for Dawn City.
• William demonstrates his talent for long-term planning. Dawn Academy is not only an educational institution but also a means of creating loyal citizens, strengthening the military, attracting talent, and increasing Dawn City’s influence.
• The middle-aged former squadron commander represents ordinary people who recognize Dawn City’s potential. He moves his son toward the city because he believes the academy can give the child a better future.
• The child’s excitement about joining a legendary academy reflects the way Dawn Academy inspires hope among commoners.
• Old Bander and Old Pi are established as major assets to William’s city, lending the academy extraordinary prestige through their rare spatial and temporal abilities.

Significant Themes

• Propaganda as power: William recognizes that reputation can be converted into political, military, and economic influence.
• Education and social mobility: Dawn Academy offers commoners a path toward professional advancement, financial security, and even Legendary-level achievement.
• Building a new society: Dawn City is portrayed as a developing city-state whose strength comes from its institutions, citizens, and future generations rather than solely from its ruler.
• Talent cultivation: William seeks to discover hidden geniuses before they remain trapped in poverty or obscurity.
• Opportunity within adversity: Instead of being harmed by the Four Major Factions’ exaggerated claims, William turns their propaganda into an advantage.
• The contrast between ordinary ambitions and legendary potential: Most commoners simply want stable work and a better life, while Dawn Academy creates the possibility that some of them may become powerful Professionals.

Character Interactions

• William’s encounters with city residents emphasize his near-royal status. Tavern owners, commoners, travelers, and merchants all show him admiration and respect.
• The outsider boy’s conversation with his uncle introduces Dawn Academy from the perspective of ordinary people. The uncle explains that becoming William’s student could guarantee the child a promising future.
• The uncle’s enthusiasm shows how deeply Dawn City’s military strength, employment opportunities, and educational benefits attract outsiders.
• William’s internal reflections reveal his hostility toward the Dark Hall and his determination to use his new fame against them.
• The final interaction occurs when William is called into the Divination Shop, setting up his plan to personally evaluate talents and begin gathering exceptional recruits.

Chapter Summary: “Moxis Was Actually This Kind of Person!”

Key Plot Points and Events

• William visits Moxis at the Divination Shop and finds him sitting in the boss’s chair with Black Cat. Moxis reveals that he intends to leave soon to handle an important matter.
• William realizes Moxis is planning to confront the Magic Sanctum, which previously attempted to turn him into a vessel for a deity’s descent.
• Moxis explains that the Magic Sanctum’s president—his former teacher—cursed him after learning he had discovered their plan. Now that Moxis has regained much of his strength, he wants revenge and believes he may eventually be powerful enough to destroy the Sanctum.
• William objects, pointing out that Moxis is still only an Archmage and would be vulnerable to the Sanctum’s Law Saint. A Law Saint can eventually counter any spell used repeatedly, making Moxis’s many escape methods unreliable.
• Moxis admits that William is correct but remains tempted by revenge. William persuades him to wait and cooperate instead, promising that Dawn City will become a major faction within ten years and that they will eventually attack the Magic Sanctum together.
• William then orders Moxis to accompany him to the Thunder God Temple the next day so they can “dig out its eyeballs,” apparently referring to a dangerous mission connected to the Thunder God’s legacy.
• After leaving, William privately congratulates himself for manipulating Moxis through confidence, intimidation, and shameless bravado.

Character Developments

• William demonstrates loyalty, strategic caution, and emotional concern for Moxis. Although he acts arrogant and jokes constantly, he genuinely fears Moxis may die or be captured by the Magic Sanctum.
• William also shows growing leadership. He sees Moxis as an ally rather than merely a powerful subordinate and promises to build Dawn City into a force capable of challenging the Magic Sanctum.
• Moxis is revealed to be extraordinarily powerful: an All-Element Archmage who has mastered virtually every form of magic except Luck and Misfortune. However, his immense confidence and hatred of the Magic Sanctum have made him reckless.
• Moxis’s inner reflections reveal that, despite his intelligence and long experience, he is still emotionally vulnerable. His desire for revenge stems from years of isolation and accumulated resentment.
• Moxis is surprised by William’s sincerity and willingness to stand beside him. He appears to be emotionally affected by William’s bold declaration of loyalty, even though he mocks William’s exaggerated claims.
• Black Cat remains contemptuous and aloof toward William, serving as a humorous contrast to the serious discussion between the two men.

Significant Themes

• Revenge versus patience: Moxis wants immediate revenge, while William argues that waiting for greater strength is the wiser path.
• Friendship and loyalty: William’s promise to face the Magic Sanctum alongside Moxis shows that their relationship has grown into genuine mutual trust.
• Power and limitations: Even an exceptionally gifted Archmage cannot easily challenge a Law Saint, emphasizing the vast gap between high-level magical realms.
• Human weakness behind great power: Moxis may be a reincarnated deity and a magical prodigy, but he is still affected by anger, pride, loneliness, and emotional wounds.
• Confidence and manipulation: William’s shameless self-assurance becomes an effective leadership tool, allowing him to redirect Moxis’s destructive impulse.
• Humor amid danger: The chapter balances serious threats with comedic moments, especially William’s quarrels with Black Cat and his private belief that his “Being Handsome” talent makes even powerful beings susceptible to him.

Character Interactions

• William and Moxis engage in a tense but familiar debate over Moxis’s planned attack on the Magic Sanctum.
• William challenges Moxis’s confidence directly, refusing to be intimidated by his power or divine origins.
• Moxis honestly answers William’s questions and acknowledges that a Law Saint could eventually neutralize his magic.
• William appeals to Moxis’s trust by promising to fight beside him and orders him to postpone revenge until they are stronger.
• Their exchange shows a close relationship built on teasing, blunt criticism, mutual dependence, and genuine concern.
• William repeatedly clashes with Black Cat, but the cat ignores him and treats him with open disdain.

Chapter Summary: “A Good Time to Assassinate the Dawn City Lord!”

Key Plot Points and Events

• William resolves two major issues in Dawn City:
  • He announces the creation of Dawn Academy, attracting Professionals and families from across the Southern Region.
  • He helps Director Mo/Moxis suppress his urge for immediate revenge. Moxis agrees to wait until he becomes a Law Saint and Dawn City grows powerful enough to support a carefully planned retaliation.
• Dawn City experiences a surge of visitors because of its reputation and the four top factions’ claim that William is the “Reincarnation of the Thunder God.” The Dawn Mercenary Group also gains new recruits.
• William checks on his subordinate Odom and learns about the city’s development. He privately notes Odom’s loyalty and secret relationship with a human woman.
• At the Slaughterhouse, William finds his Little Black Dragon overeating and becoming extremely fat. When the dragon refuses to obey, William grabs him by the tail and swings him around until he submits.
• William deliberately allows suspicious “yellow-name” Professionals to remain active as spies. He wants to identify all the factions plotting against him and eliminate them in a single decisive strike.
• Meanwhile, dozens of High-Class Assassins from the Shadow Killer Organization secretly gather in Dawn City. Their mission is to kill William and retrieve his corpse.
• The assassins are forbidden to question their orders. When one challenges the mission’s conditions, the leader kills him instantly, demonstrating the organization’s ruthlessness and discipline.
• The assassins explain that stronger individuals cannot participate because the Black Leaf Elf would retaliate. They are waiting for William to leave Dawn City and travel alone to Storm Island, where he habitually goes to replace or inspect his damaged eyes.
• The assassins know William is currently blind and therefore believe he is at his weakest. They have infiltrated Dawn City through gaps in its admission and security systems, especially via the Dawn Mercenary Group.

Character Developments

• William continues to establish Dawn City as a major power while carefully balancing openness, security, and hidden threats. He shows patience and strategic intelligence by allowing spies and assassins to reveal themselves rather than acting prematurely.
• Moxis/Director Mo develops greater self-control. His revenge remains important, but he agrees to delay it until he has overwhelming strength and support.
• Odom is portrayed as a capable and loyal Deputy City Lord focused on expanding Dawn City. His public image is muscular and flirtatious, but privately he is restrained and devoted to one woman.
• The Little Black Dragon remains gluttonous, proud, and rebellious, but William reinforces his dominance through harsh discipline. The dragon becomes outwardly submissive toward William while remaining aggressive toward everyone else.
• The Shadow Killer assassins are shown to possess extreme discipline and a willingness to die for their missions. Their leader is especially cold and uncompromising.

Significant Themes

• Power and deterrence: William wants Dawn City to become strong enough that enemies will fear attacking it.
• Patience versus revenge: Moxis’s decision to wait reflects the importance of striking only when success is nearly guaranteed.
• Control and loyalty: William’s treatment of the Little Black Dragon emphasizes that loyalty must sometimes be enforced before genuine trust can develop.
• Security and hidden infiltration: Despite Dawn City’s apparent safety and prosperity, hostile forces have already entered and are exploiting weaknesses in its defenses.
• Appearances and reputation: William’s supposed identity as the Thunder God’s reincarnation attracts both allies and enemies, while the city’s growing fame becomes both an advantage and a danger.
• Calculated vulnerability: William’s blindness makes him appear weak, but his awareness of the assassination plot suggests that his enemies may be underestimating him.

Character Interactions

• William and Odom discuss Dawn City’s influx of visitors and growing influence. Odom subtly expresses gratitude for William’s support after the Magic-Martial Tournament.
• William privately observes Odom’s romantic life and recognizes that the Deputy City Lord is more devoted than his flirtatious appearance suggests.
• William disciplines the Little Black Dragon after finding him overeating. Their relationship is based on a mixture of authority, fear, and emerging loyalty.
• William and Moxis have successfully worked together to restrain Moxis’s revenge impulses.
• Within the assassin group, the leader enforces absolute obedience by killing a questioning member. The remaining assassins accept the danger of the mission and prepare to cooperate with any outside force that joins the attack.

Chapter Summary: “What Terrible Assassins...”

Key Plot Points and Events

• William travels from Stormwind to the Temple, preparing to have Moxis replace his blind eyes with the Thunder God’s Eyes. Excited and confident, he dances and snaps his fingers despite being unaware that assassins are watching him.
• Over thirty assassins from the Shadow Alliance gather to kill him. They are joined by five powerful members of the Dawn Mercenary Group, led by Leon Hanton, a Lightning Element Professional from the influential Hanton Family.
• The assassination is heavily planned: the attackers include six Legendary professionals, twenty-three Epic professionals, and ten Grandmasters. They also use Spatial Locking, Sound Barrier, and Vibration Shielding scrolls to prevent William from escaping or detecting them.
• Leon intends to kill William, steal his body—particularly his powerful left hand—and escape with a Spatial Teleportation Scroll. His family is willing to risk conflict with the Black Leaf Elves because of the potential rewards.
• Just as the assassins launch their attacks, Director Mo arrives through a Spatial Gate and stops time completely. He effortlessly creates a Spatial Rift that decapitates every attacker instantly.
• William only realizes what happened after the assassins are dead. He recognizes Leon Hanton and arranges for the bodies to be collected, but remains primarily focused on having his eyes replaced.
• William dismisses the attack, believing he could have fought the assassins for an entire day. He considers the assassination attempt surprisingly weak and wonders whether his identity as the Thunder God’s reincarnation is truly attracting enough powerful enemies.

Character Developments

• William is shown as increasingly confident and powerful. Even while blind, he behaves casually and flamboyantly, underestimating the danger around him. His confidence reflects his growth since the Magic-Martial Tournament.
• His blindness makes him vulnerable to hidden attackers, since his Soul Perception has a limited range, but his strength and possible Sixth Sense still make him difficult to kill.
• Leon Hanton is introduced as an ambitious Lightning Element Professional willing to gamble his family’s future for William’s power. He is calculating but also willing to sacrifice his allies, intending to escape while leaving the other attackers behind.
• Director Mo/Moxis demonstrates overwhelming power by freezing time and killing the entire assassination force in one effortless attack. His priority remains replacing William’s eyes and returning to his books.
• The Hanton Family is characterized as powerful, opportunistic, and reckless. Its members are prepared to provoke the Black Leaf Elves if the potential benefits outweigh the consequences.

Significant Themes

• Overconfidence and miscalculation: The assassins believe their elaborate preparations guarantee victory, but they completely fail to account for Director Mo’s intervention.
• Power imbalance: The attackers represent a formidable force, yet they are eliminated instantly, emphasizing the enormous gap between ordinary high-level professionals and truly transcendent experts.
• Risk versus reward: The Hanton Family knowingly risks severe retaliation to obtain William’s body and power.
• Appearance versus reality: William’s blindness makes him appear vulnerable, but his actual strength has increased considerably. Conversely, the assassins appear highly competent but are ultimately powerless.
• Humor through anticlimax: A carefully planned assassination becomes an immediate massacre before William can even react or receive an assassination quest notification.

Character Interactions

• The assassins mock William’s flamboyant dancing and question whether he can detect them, revealing their confidence that his blindness has made him helpless.
• Leon negotiates with the Shadow Alliance leader and praises its elite assassins while concealing his intention to prioritize his own survival.
• Director Mo intervenes without warning, protecting William and casually eliminating all the attackers.
• William and Moxis exchange remarks afterward: William boasts that he could have survived the attack, while Moxis impatiently urges him to stop wasting time and proceed with the eye replacement.

Chapter Summary: Eye of Thunder: Origin

Key Plot Points and Events

• William and Moxis enter the heavily guarded temple. William’s identity is verified through identification checks, passphrases, and the expenditure of 180 Mana Gemstones to unlock the massive gates.
• Inside the passage, Moxis activates ancient murals, Runes, and inscriptions by touching them. They illuminate and depict vivid scenes from the Mythic Era, including the origins of the various races. Moxis quickly darkens them again, suggesting the images reveal something serious or sensitive.
• They reach the Thunder God Temple, where a massive Thunder God Statue stands surrounded by powerful lightning and divine pressure. A nearly immortal Divine Betrayer is also present.
• William asks whether the statue’s eyes can replace his own. Moxis explains that although they are not literally the Thunder God’s divine eyes, they possess the same function and contain the purest form of Thunder Origin.
• Moxis kills the Divine Betrayer permanently, removes the two Thunderball “eyes” from the statue, and forces them into William’s eye sockets without warning.
• William suffers excruciating, soul-piercing pain as the Thunder Origin fuses with him. Moxis keeps him alive by administering drops of Water of Life, using one drop roughly every minute for half an hour.
• William survives the transformation. His new eyes initially unleash devastating beams of lightning, destroying the Thunder God Statue and nearly wrecking the temple.
• After regaining control, William discovers that he can perceive elemental energy, magnify and telescope his vision, and potentially develop other abilities connected to the Eyes of Thunder.
• Before leaving, William reminds Moxis that valuable treasures are hidden in two side halls, prompting Moxis to investigate.

Character Development

• William: Demonstrates his willingness to endure extreme pain and risk for greater power. His unusual ability to tolerate—and even take pleasure in—pain surprises Moxis. After gaining the Eyes of Thunder, William becomes significantly more perceptive and battle-ready, gaining elemental vision and enhanced eyesight.
• Moxis: Reveals extensive knowledge of the temple and its artifacts. He acts decisively and ruthlessly, killing the Divine Betrayer and performing the eye implantation with no warning. Although he appears detached, he carefully monitors William’s condition and uses Water of Life to prevent his death. His reaction also shows growing disbelief at William’s abnormal endurance and personality.
• Divine Betrayer: Serves as an obstacle within the temple but is finally destroyed permanently when Moxis removes the Thunder Origin from the statue.

Significant Themes

• Power through suffering: William’s transformation emphasizes that immense power requires extraordinary pain, endurance, and sacrifice.
• Ancient divine legacy: The temple, murals, statue, and Thunder Origin connect the present to the Mythic Era and the powers of ancient gods.
• Hidden knowledge and mysteries: The animated murals and Moxis’s serious reaction hint at deeper secrets regarding the origins of the races and the gods.
• Calculated extravagance: William spends enormous resources on security and survival, showing that he prioritizes safety and power regardless of cost.
• Transformation and rebirth: The eye implantation leaves William feeling as though he has been reborn, marking a major upgrade in both his abilities and his future potential.

Character Interactions

• William jokes with Moxis about the temple’s strict security, while Moxis responds with practical explanations.
• Moxis takes control of the temple’s ancient mechanisms, leaving William impressed and cautious.
• William seeks Moxis’s confirmation about the Thunder God’s eyes, but Moxis teases him before revealing the truth.
• Moxis forcibly performs the implantation, while William protests and endures the agonizing process.
• During William’s recovery, Moxis remains emotionally detached but secretly provides the Water of Life needed to keep him alive.
• After the transformation, William excitedly tests his new vision and immediately tries to exploit the temple’s remaining treasures, while Moxis agrees to examine the side halls.

Chapter Summary: “Thunder God Is Alive! (Please Subscribe)”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Moxis opens the sealed side hall of Thunder God’s temple with ease, neutralizing the deadly curse that previously overwhelmed William and Burning Ash.
• Inside, they discover more than ten thousand magic books, most focused on Lightning Element Magic. Moxis confiscates the entire collection, recognizing its value to his own research.
• William reflects on Moxis’s overwhelming physical strength and learns that Moxis likely practices a powerful form of Body Art, allowing him to combine Archmage-level magic with formidable close-combat abilities.
• Moxis opens another side hall, which contains only a small Thunder God Statue. He forces William to approach it because the statue requires a Lightning Element Professional to activate.
• When William gets close, the statue creates a powerful Thunderbolt Barrier, separating him from Moxis and trapping him inside.
• The statue awakens and reveals the living manifestation of Thunder God. Rather than offering a solemn inheritance, Thunder God immediately insults and berates a young man named 2B, apparently his reincarnated self who has failed to recover the treasures Thunder God prepared in his previous life.
• Thunder God acknowledges William’s possession of his left hand and recognizes that William has decent Lightning Element talent. He claims that obtaining the hand constitutes fate and decides to grant William something, though he refuses to let William choose for himself.
• Thunder God threatens to remove William’s left hand but restrains himself because of the powerful figure standing behind William—Moxis.
• The chapter ends with Thunder God physically interacting with William through painful electrical treatment while Moxis watches silently outside the barrier.

Character Developments

• William becomes increasingly wary of Moxis, especially because Moxis casually takes his possessions, including large quantities of Water of Life and the temple’s magic books. Despite his usual confidence, William is frightened and helpless when confronted by the awakened Thunder God.
• Moxis is further established as extraordinarily powerful. He can ignore curses, overpower temple defenses, master both magic and physical combat, and possibly possess the status of a reincarnated Deity. His interest in Thunder God’s spellbooks also reveals his constant desire to expand his magical knowledge.
• Thunder God is revealed to be an active, arrogant, foul-mouthed personality rather than a distant spiritual remnant. He is impatient, domineering, and comically irreverent, but clearly possesses immense power and knowledge.
• 2B is implied to be Thunder God’s reincarnation. His failure to remember or reclaim his former identity frustrates Thunder God, suggesting that his past-life memories have not yet awakened.
• William’s possession of Thunder God’s Left Hand is confirmed to be central to the connection between him and Thunder God.

Significant Themes

• Power and helplessness: William is normally confident and resilient, but both Moxis and Thunder God treat him as someone unable to resist their decisions.
• Inheritance and reincarnation: Thunder God’s preparations, his connection to 2B, and the Left Hand suggest that divine legacies can survive across lifetimes, though they may be difficult to reclaim.
• Knowledge as power: The enormous collection of Lightning Element books represents Thunder God’s accumulated expertise, while Moxis’s eagerness to obtain them emphasizes the importance of magical research.
• Humor beneath danger: The deadly temple traps and revelation of a living Main God are repeatedly undercut by insults, exaggerated reactions, and William’s anxious internal commentary.
• Fate and ownership: Thunder God frames William’s possession of the Left Hand as destiny, while simultaneously treating William’s body and inheritance as objects he can manipulate at will.

Character Interactions

• William and Moxis: Their relationship remains comedic and unequal. William resents Moxis stealing his resources but is too intimidated to confront him. Moxis uses William as the temple’s “key” and sends him into danger without hesitation.
• William and Thunder God: Thunder God evaluates William, mocks his talent, dismisses his opinions, and subjects him to painful treatment. William tries to protest but is unable to resist.
• Moxis and Thunder God: Thunder God notices Moxis immediately and appears cautious enough not to attack William outright because of him. Moxis, meanwhile, remains calm and unreadable, suggesting he understands more about Thunder God and his identity than William does.
• Thunder God and 2B: Thunder God angrily addresses 2B across space and time, accusing him of forgetting his past life and failing to claim the legacy prepared for him.

Chapter 329 Summary: “Invincible in the World!”

Key Plot Points and Events

• William completes the Thunder God’s Baptism and receives major enhancements:
  • His four main attributes increase by 20.
  • His HP increases by 1,000.
  • He gains the high-class talent Thunder God’s Hand, fully digitizing and stabilizing the power of the Thunder God’s Left Hand.
• The Left Hand has immense defense, attack power ranging from 3,300–4,100, additional Thunder damage, and effects such as penetration, destruction, shattering, and paralysis. Its passive grip can immobilize enemies whose strength is not more than twice William’s.
• William loses access to the Left Hand’s former self-sacrificial ultimate attack. Although this weakens his most extreme trump card, it also prevents him from repeatedly destroying parts of his own body to win battles.
• When William asks the Thunder God for further rewards, the deity dismisses him and reveals that he only helped because of “that person outside,” referring to Moxis.
• After freeing William from the Thunder Barrier, the Thunder God confronts Moxis. He remarks that Moxis has changed since reincarnation, while Moxis argues that both they and the world have changed.
• Moxis explains that he has abandoned the divine path and intends to pursue the path of becoming a saint through his own power rather than relying on faith and a divine core. He suggests that the modern era has developed beyond the old system of worship-based deities.
• The Thunder God rejects this view, insisting that the divine path is supreme and warning that Moxis will certainly die if he refuses it.
• Determined to prove the superiority of deities, the Thunder God seeks out the most conspicuous saint on the continent: the Radiant Pope.
• He arrives at the Temple of Light and immediately clashes with the Pope. Their battle devastates the area, creates spatial rifts, and nearly overwhelms the temple’s defenses.
• The Radiant Pope unexpectedly displays overwhelming power, repeatedly punching the Thunder God back despite the latter unleashing massive divine lightning attacks.
• The Pope’s final strike opens the Gate of the Divine Realm and sends the Thunder God back through it. He then challenges any remaining deities to appear, declaring that he will send them “home.”
• The chapter concludes with the Radiant Pope’s aura reaching an unprecedented level, establishing him as invincible among mortals and across the realm.

Character Developments

• William: Gains reliable control over the Thunder God’s Left Hand and becomes significantly stronger. He also recognizes that losing his reckless ultimate ability may ultimately save him from self-destructive decisions.
• Thunder God: Is portrayed as proud, rigid, and deeply attached to the old divine order. Rather than debate Moxis further, he attempts to prove his beliefs through combat. His defeat by the Radiant Pope challenges the claim that deities are unquestionably superior.
• Moxis: Reveals his rejection of his former divine identity and his commitment to a new path based on personal cultivation. His conversation suggests he has matured beyond the ambitions and values of his previous life.
• Radiant Pope: Transforms from an already powerful saint into a figure of terrifying, world-shaking strength. His victory over the Thunder God establishes him as the strongest known mortal and potentially a rival to true deities.
• Vice Hall Master: Provides comic relief and practical awareness, refusing to join a battle against a main god while secretly enjoying the possibility that the Pope might be defeated.

Significant Themes

• Old divine power versus new self-cultivation: The chapter contrasts faith-based deities and divine cores with saints who rely on their own strength.
• Change across reincarnation and eras: Moxis and the Thunder God represent different responses to a changing world—Moxis adapts, while the Thunder God clings to the past.
• Power and proof: Ideological arguments are settled through combat, with the Radiant Pope’s victory serving as evidence that the saintly path can rival or surpass the divine path.
• Growth without self-destruction: William’s new mastery of the Left Hand symbolizes controlled strength replacing reckless sacrifice.
• The emergence of a new age: The Pope’s declaration and the Thunder God’s defeat suggest that the balance between gods, saints, and mortals is being fundamentally reshaped.

Important Character Interactions

• William humorously tries to obtain additional rewards from the Thunder God but is bluntly rejected.
• The Thunder God and Moxis debate whether the divine path remains the strongest route to power.
• William silently observes their exchange, realizing its enormous implications for the world’s future.
• The Thunder God challenges the Radiant Pope to validate his belief in divine supremacy.
• The Radiant Pope and Thunder God engage in a catastrophic duel, ending with the Pope overpowering and banishing the deity to the Divine Realm.

Chapter Summary: “Entering Dreamland”

Key Plot Points and Events

• News spreads throughout the Legendary Continent and beyond that the Radiant Pope has become invincible in the mortal world after defeating the Thunder God’s Avatar and forcing it back into the Divine Realm.
• The battle may have pushed the Radiant Pope toward a realm comparable to that of a Main God. The Thunder God intentionally allowed the fight to strengthen the Pope and create a future opponent for the Main Gods.
• The Thunder God Avatar’s appearance causes many people to doubt that William is truly the Thunder God’s reincarnation, which pleases William because it reduces unwanted attention.
• A month after the Magic-Martial Tournament, William prepares to travel to Dreamland aboard a massive Sky-Swallowing Whale belonging to the Temple of Light.
• Before departing, William defeats all of his major subordinates in individual fights, leaving them badly injured and resentful but more convinced of his strength.
• Inside the whale is an Otherworld Space resembling a small town. William meets the other selected geniuses: tournament champions and representatives of powerful factions, kingdoms, guilds, and empires.
• During the seven-day journey, William uses his appearance, charisma, and social skills to form relationships with many powerful young Professionals. He knows he cannot recruit most of them but hopes these connections will benefit Dawn City and the Military Alliance later.
• The group reaches the Endless Sea, where the entrance to Dreamland is opened through a massive Magic Formation. Dreamland appears differently to each person, offering unique dangers and opportunities.
• The entrants’ souls separate from their bodies and enter Dreamland while their physical bodies remain behind. Ursula explains that light indicates relative safety, darkness indicates danger, and a gate will appear after ten days for their return.
• William sees an enormous battlefield involving millions of creatures, monsters, and fantastical weapons—far more dangerous than the scenes witnessed by the others.
• Ursula reveals that the battlefield is part of a once-in-a-century war meant to consume Dreamland’s Mental Strength-born beings. Although extremely dangerous, it also contains the greatest opportunities. William enters despite the risk.

Character Developments

• William: Becomes significantly stronger after obtaining new eyes and proves his power by defeating all his subordinates. He also demonstrates strategic social skill, deliberately cultivating friendships with elite Professionals for future political and commercial advantages. Despite his complaints about entering a battlefield, he remains bold and relies on his multiple lives and abilities.
• Radiant Pope: Is portrayed as having reached unprecedented strength and possibly approaching the Main God realm. His belief in his own invincibility has become a source of power.
• Thunder God: Shown to be more calculating than a simple warrior. Rather than merely trying to kill the Radiant Pope, he allows the Pope to grow stronger so he may eventually challenge the surviving Main Gods.
• Moxis: Withdraws completely into the Divination House after the Thunder God Avatar’s revival, refusing to meet anyone, including William.
• William’s Subordinates: Their defeats leave them bruised and irritated, but they acknowledge William’s overwhelming improvement and look forward to challenging him again.
• Ursula: The veteran Saint overseeing the expedition is amused by William’s dangerous entrance and clearly understands that the battlefield may provide exceptional rewards.

Significant Themes

• Power and perception: The world’s understanding of William changes as the Thunder God Avatar casts doubt on his identity, demonstrating how reputation can be manipulated to his advantage.
• Strategic self-interest: William treats friendships and alliances as long-term investments, recognizing that relationships with powerful individuals can be as useful as direct strength.
• Appearance and prejudice: William’s attractiveness greatly improves how many people judge him, highlighting the absurd influence of appearance over assumptions about competence and character.
• Risk versus reward: Dreamland rewards those who face greater dangers, and William must choose between safety and the extraordinary opportunities offered by the battlefield.
• Mortals and higher powers: The conflict between the Radiant Pope, the Thunder God, and the Main Gods reflects a larger struggle among beings operating beyond ordinary mortal concerns, while William focuses on surviving and profiting from the consequences.
• Uncertainty and individualized fate: Dreamland presents each entrant with a different environment, suggesting that their experiences and opportunities are shaped by personal destiny, perception, or hidden qualities.

Character Interactions

• William says goodbye to his battered subordinates, who jokingly—or challengingly—promise to fight him again.
• He interacts with numerous elite Professionals during the journey, quickly turning acquaintances into drinking companions and forming superficial bonds.
• His appearance earns favorable attention from some Temple of Light, human, mercenary, and elven Professionals, while members of the Magic Sanctum, Dark Hall, and Dwarf Kingdoms remain uninterested or hostile.
• Ursula gives the entrants instructions about Dreamland and its dangers, teasingly leaving William to decide whether to enter the battlefield.
• William questions Ursula after seeing the battlefield, but ultimately accepts the risk and enters Dreamland.

Chapter Summary: “Points Battlefield (1/5), Five Updates Today”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dream Continent is a world created from Mental Strength, where imagination can produce living beings according to strict rules. Intelligent Kind Creatures create complex life, while less intelligent Evil Creatures mostly produce Trash Monsters.
• Because the continent has limited space but its inhabitants have endless lifespans, both sides periodically fight massive wars to control their population. These conflicts are brutal meat grinders in which retreat is forbidden.
• William enters Dream Continent and initially observes the battlefield from the clouds. He witnesses white doves destroying a gigantic flying monster through a suicidal high-speed attack.
• While hiding in the clouds, William is attacked by a seemingly harmless Cloud Person, which bites his hand before fleeing. A gigantic cloud creature then appears, forcing William to escape to the ground.
• He discovers that the ground battlefield is a mid-tier zone containing no beings stronger than Grandmaster-Class opponents.
• When William attempts to retreat, armored battlefield overseers stop him. They explain that anyone entering the battlefield must either die or earn 1,000 points by killing enemies.
• The points can be exchanged for powerful Dream Continent treasures. William is especially interested in Spirit Fruits, which increase Mental Strength capacity, and Life Fruits, which can extend someone’s lifespan by approximately a thousand years.
• William decides to remain in the battlefield and collect 5,000 points for a Life Fruit, intending to give it to his mother, the Black Leaf Elf, whose blessing and Inner Armor have repeatedly protected him.
• An overseer gives William a Flying Cloak, allowing him to fly without consuming Battle Aura or relying on Wind Element.
• William enters the battle fully armed and immediately kills a gigantic humanoid monster with one strike. He then begins slaughtering enemies at astonishing speed, shocking the overseers.

Character Development

• William shows both caution and confidence. He initially tries to avoid the chaotic aerial battlefield, but once he sees the exchange rewards, his priorities change.
• His desire to obtain the Life Fruit reveals his gratitude and developing affection toward his mother in this life. Although he questions his familial attachment, he acknowledges the importance of her protection and intends to repay her.
• William’s combat ability is shown to be far above what the Dream Continent overseers expect. His Thunder God’s Hand, Cursed Sword, equipment, and previous experience make him overwhelmingly powerful in this battlefield.
• Prince, William’s companion, remains wary and observant, hiding in the clouds and reacting nervously to the bizarre creatures around them.
• The Three-Eyed overseer is initially authoritative but becomes surprised by William’s performance. He assumes William is an inexperienced outsider likely to die, but William quickly proves otherwise.

Significant Themes

• Imagination and creation: Mental Strength shapes life itself, but the results are often unpredictable or flawed.
• Population control and endless conflict: The recurring wars demonstrate how limited resources and immortality create an unavoidable cycle of violence.
• Value of lifespan and family: The Life Fruit becomes more important to William because it may save or benefit his mother, emphasizing filial duty and emotional growth.
• Power versus knowledge: Dream Continent possesses extraordinary weapons and treasures, but its inhabitants have forgotten how to use them effectively. William’s combat experience allows him to dominate despite being in the same broad power class.
• Absurdity and unpredictability: The bizarre Cloud Person, suicidal doves, contradictory treasure descriptions, and strange battlefield rules reinforce that Dream Continent operates according to unusual logic.

Character Interactions

• William and Prince hide together in the clouds, but their temporary refuge is ruined when a Cloud Person attacks William.
• William negotiates with the armored overseers, explaining that he is an Elf from the Real World and questioning the battlefield rules and treasure system.
• He humorously challenges the Three-Eyed overseer about whether an “invincible” shield can withstand a sure-kill spear. The overseer replies that the spear wins because it costs more, highlighting Dream Continent’s bizarre internal logic.
• The overseer gives William the Flying Cloak, encouraging him to kill Evil Creatures.
• William’s immediate destruction of a giant monster and subsequent rampage overturn the overseers’ expectations, establishing him as a far more dangerous combatant than they believed.

Chapter Summary: Dawn Academy, Awesome! (2/5)

Key Plot Points and Events

• While William is away in the Dream Continent, the Radiant Pope uses his victory over the Thunder God to expand the Temple of Light. Its branches recruit over 700,000 Light Element professionals, while also accepting other types of practitioners.
• Dawn City completes construction of the Battle Aura Academy and Magic Academy. More than 100,000 prospective students gather from across the Southern Region, awaiting William’s return.
• After twenty-four days, William returns aboard the enormous Sky-Swallowing Whale. He reveals that although he died three times during the Dream Continent battlefield, he obtained two legendary Life Fruits, three Spirit Fruits, and an Air Hand Cannon.
• At a conference, William learns that Dawn City’s population has exceeded 1.1 million, Eastsea City’s fishing industry is expanding, and Storm Island is developing rapidly. He approves measures to support these regions and allows non-war legions to reside on Storm Island.
• Despite the enormous cost—eight million Gold Coins and 100,000 Mana Gemstones—William orders Dawn City to purchase 4,000 Dragonblood Warhorses and 3,500 Griffins from Beast-Taming City. He considers the opportunity too valuable to miss.
• William sells one Life Fruit to Caesar Zhi Ge, the Second Prince of the Pacification Empire, for one million Mana Gemstones and 50,000 Mana Crystals. The fruit is intended as a birthday gift for Caesar’s father, the Ceasefire Emperor, and earns William considerable political goodwill.
• Dawn Battle Aura Academy and Dawn Magic Academy officially begin enrollment three days later. The admissions process attracts enormous crowds, with people lining up for days.
• William personally tests over 100,000 applicants by assessing them with a simple touch. After three days, 30,000 students are accepted.
• The incoming class includes nine Legendary Bloodlines, 128 Epic talents, 1,145 Grandmasters, and 17,130 High-Class individuals, greatly exceeding William’s expectations.
• After enrollment ends, William leaves alone for Dark Night City to begin the Sprite’s search for its mother.

Character Developments

• William returns more powerful and confident after surviving the Dream Continent battlefield. His willingness to spend Dawn City’s resources reflects his long-term strategic vision.
• He demonstrates increasing political sophistication by selling the Life Fruit to Caesar Zhi Ge, prioritizing future relations with the Pacification Empire over immediate profit from other buyers.
• William embraces his role as the founder and symbolic head of Dawn Academy, acting like a stern teacher during admissions despite not intending to teach classes directly.
• The Radiant Pope continues to mirror William’s aggressive expansionist methods, using public prestige to strengthen the Temple of Light.
• Caesar Zhi Ge sacrifices much of his wealth to obtain the Life Fruit, gaining his father’s favor and becoming indebted to William.
• The future students of Dawn Academy are positioned as a major new generation of heroes and professionals who may transform the Southern Region.

Significant Themes

• Institution-building and long-term planning: Dawn Academy is designed to provide Dawn City with a steady supply of talented professionals and loyal future leaders.
• Power and influence: Both William and the Radiant Pope expand their organizations by leveraging personal reputation and recent victories.
• Strategic sacrifice for future gain: William accepts immediate financial losses to acquire powerful military beasts and strengthen Dawn City’s future.
• Political alliances and calculated generosity: The Life Fruit sale shows how rare resources can create diplomatic leverage greater than their monetary value.
• Changing destiny: The presence of exceptional students—including a famous figure from William’s former life—suggests that Dawn Academy is altering the established course of history.
• Talent and opportunity: Dawn Academy’s generous policies attract students from throughout the region by offering education without forced citizenship or mandatory service.

Character Interactions

• William consults with Odom, Eric, Lotner, and other subordinates about Dawn City’s population, military development, finances, and regional expansion.
• He authorizes support for Eastsea City and Storm Island while balancing the treasury’s limited resources.
• His decision to buy the magical beasts overrides the staff’s concerns about financial and Mana Gemstone shortages.
• William’s transaction with Caesar Zhi Ge creates a valuable connection to both the Second Prince and the Ceasefire Emperor.
• During admissions, William interacts directly with thousands of children, whose fear of his imposing presence makes them behave rigidly and silently during testing.
• The chapter ends with William leaving Dawn City to pursue the Sprite’s quest, shifting the story from academy construction to a new adventure in Dark Night City.

Chapter Summary: “Hammer Faces or Slash People?”

1. Key Plot Points and Events

• William travels from Dawn City to Dark Night City to deliver a Life Fruit to his mother, Princess Alice. His uncle Lotner accompanies him, worried that William will cause trouble among the Black Leaf Elves.
• William has reached level 100 and is preparing for his advancement quest: surviving for ten minutes against a Grandmaster-level opponent who dislikes him. He is confident this will be easy.
• During their journey through Blackleaf Forest, William reflects on the Black Leaf Elves’ history. Once called the Dawn Elves, they withdrew into the forest after humans conquered the continent and adopted the name “Black Leaf” as a reminder of their humiliation.
• Many younger members of the Black Leaf Elf Royal Family despise William because he is of mixed human-Elf heritage. They view him as a stain on their bloodline and resent his mother for having him.
• William realizes that his visit to Dark Night City is not merely about delivering the Life Fruit. He must also defend his own reputation and restore his mother’s honor after years of blame and humiliation.
• Near the city, William and Lotner encounter a bloodied group of Elf cavalry led by Faramir, formerly one of Princess Alice’s personal guards. Faramir explains that Alice’s guards failed to protect her and were subsequently scattered and demoted.
• Faramir warns William not to act rashly if the royal princes and princesses insult him. William promises not to go too far, though Lotner suspects this means he intends to beat anyone who insults his mother.
• Learning that none of the younger royal Elves are Epic Tier, William begins considering whether to defeat them with his fists and lightning—or use his cursed sword.

2. Character Developments

• William demonstrates maturity and filial devotion by risking his life to obtain the Life Fruit and personally delivering it to his mother. At the same time, he remains aggressive and unwilling to tolerate insults against himself or Alice.
• His growing strength is emphasized: he has reached level 100, possesses exceptional combat abilities, and is confident in facing Grandmaster opponents.
• William’s concern for his mother develops into a desire to clear both their names. He is no longer simply reacting to events; he is preparing to confront the royal family directly.
• Lotner acts as William’s cautious guardian and emotional observer. He is proud of William’s maturity but remains deeply concerned that William’s temper will turn a family dispute into a political crisis.
• Faramir is shown as loyal to Princess Alice and William despite his shame over failing to protect Alice. His encounter with William renews his determination to gather the scattered guards and protect the young prince.

3. Significant Themes

• Family loyalty and repayment: William’s decision to bring the Life Fruit to his mother reflects the importance of children eventually caring for the parents who sacrificed for them.
• Bloodline prejudice: The royal Elves’ contempt for William exposes the rigid elitism and racism surrounding noble heritage and mixed ancestry.
• Honor and humiliation: The Black Leaf Elves’ name itself represents historical disgrace, while William’s mission involves restoring his mother’s honor after years of public condemnation.
• Power versus restraint: William possesses enough strength to punish his enemies, but Lotner and Faramir urge him to control himself because violence could create political consequences.
• Generational contrast: Older Elves are more accepting and mature, while younger royal Elves remain spoiled, arrogant, and obsessed with status and lineage.

4. Character Interactions

• Lotner repeatedly questions William about his intentions and readiness, while William reassures him that he will not kill anyone—though his wording leaves Lotner unconvinced.
• William and Lotner share a quiet journey, both privately planning how to handle the coming confrontation.
• Lotner recognizes Faramir and confronts him about abandoning his former role as Alice’s guard. Faramir insists that he has not broken his oath.
• Faramir reacts emotionally upon seeing William, addressing him as the “Little Prince.” He explains the guards’ failure and urges William to ignore any insults from the royal family.
• William comforts Faramir, promises restraint, and then quietly assesses the strength of his potential opponents, revealing that he is already preparing for a confrontation.

Chapter Summary: “Fists Are the Real Truth”

Key Plot Points and Events

• William and Lotner arrive in Dark Night City, the hidden capital of the Black Leaf Elves. The city is concealed behind a powerful barrier and surrounded by enormous Black Iron Trees that serve as natural walls and defensive positions.
• Inside, William sees a peaceful, beautiful Elven city filled with treehouses, flowers, magical creatures, Sprites, and domesticated beasts. He receives a system reward for being the first Player to enter the Blackleaf Elven Royal City.
• William intends to deliver the Life Fruit to his mother, Alice, before dealing with the issue of his Personal Guards. He hopes to avoid unnecessary conflict, but remains prepared to respond violently if provoked.
• His presence quickly attracts attention because of his fame, striking appearance, and status as the Lord of Dawn City. Many Elves are favorably inclined toward him, partly because of his natural charisma and talent.
• Prince Tyler confronts William, claiming authority as captain of the city’s guards. He accuses William of being a dangerous Half-Elf and possibly a human spy, ordering him to leave Dark Night City.
• William mocks Tyler’s authority and attacks him before Tyler’s guards can react. In only a few punches, he brutally defeats Tyler, destroying his defenses and rendering him unconscious and disfigured.
• William intimidates Tyler’s Personal Guards, daring them to attack him, then forces his way onward with Lotner. He openly displays a Fire Dragon’s gallbladder as a further challenge.
• News of the assault spreads rapidly through the city. Some powerful Elves are amused, while many young members of the royal family become outraged.
• Prince Allen volunteers to confront William, claiming that he should teach the Half-Elf a lesson. The other young royals encourage him to cripple William, revealing their prejudice and resentment.
• Rather than immediately visiting Alice, William remains in the city center and deliberately waits for more opponents. He intends to answer the Elves’ insults and hostility through physical strength.

Character Developments

• William: Becomes more openly defiant and aggressive. Although he initially wants to avoid trouble, Tyler’s provocation causes him to assert his status through overwhelming force. He shows confidence in his reputation, combat ability, and influence over public opinion.
• Lotner: Becomes even more loyal to William. After witnessing William’s confrontation, he resolves to follow him regardless of the consequences, even if doing so requires killing. His past experience and ruthless nature are contrasted with the sheltered royal Elves.
• Tyler: Is exposed as arrogant and prejudiced. Despite being a royal prince and guard captain, he is unable to withstand William and is brutally defeated, damaging his authority and reputation.
• Prince Allen: Emerges as the next likely antagonist. He presents himself as relaxed and reasonable but shares the royal family’s contempt for William and intends to suppress or cripple him.
• The Black Leaf Elven Royal Family: Their hostility toward William is shown to be rooted not only in his Half-Elf heritage but also in jealousy over the resources being spent to preserve Alice’s life.

Significant Themes

• Strength versus authority: Tyler relies on his royal title and official position, but William demonstrates that practical power matters more than rank when authority lacks the strength to enforce itself.
• Prejudice against Half-Elves: The royal family views William as inherently impure, dangerous, and connected to humanity’s supposed corruption. Their discrimination drives the conflict.
• Public opinion and charisma: William’s appearance, reputation, and natural appeal give him an advantage among ordinary Elves, suggesting that not all citizens support the royal family’s hostility.
• Royal decadence and hypocrisy: The young princes and princesses behave elegantly and peacefully while harboring cruel, vindictive attitudes. Their outrage is also connected to resentment over Alice’s use of valuable healing resources.
• Loyalty and chosen allegiance: Lotner’s decision to stand with William regardless of the consequences highlights the strength of personal loyalty compared with the fragile alliances within the royal family.
• Violence as communication: William deliberately uses his fists to answer insults and political accusations, embodying the chapter’s central idea that power—not argument or inherited status—determines the “truth.”

Character Interactions

• William and Lotner maintain a close partnership, with Lotner acting as William’s guide and becoming increasingly committed to protecting him.
• William and Tyler clash over William’s right to enter Dark Night City. Tyler uses royal authority and racial prejudice, while William responds with mockery and physical violence.
• William intimidates Tyler’s guards, exposing their unwillingness to risk attacking a fellow royal and emphasizing the limits of their courage.
• The observing Elves react with a mixture of shock, discomfort, and secret satisfaction, suggesting that William’s boldness appeals to some of them.
• The young royal princes and princesses discuss William with anger and contempt, while Prince Allen positions himself as the champion who will confront him next.

Chapter Summary: “Arrogantly Crush Them!”

Key Plot Points and Events

• William is confronted in Dark Night City’s Central Square by Prince Allen, a thirty-seven-year-old Grandmaster and the strongest member of the younger Elven generation.
• Allen and several other royal Elves insult William’s bloodline and imply that he should never have returned. William’s allies are restrained, leaving him isolated.
• When Allen attempts to slap William, William effortlessly stops him and mocks his supposedly potion-enhanced strength.
• William overwhelms Allen, blasting away the other princes and princesses with lightning before crushing Allen’s hand and brutally beating him.
• Allen’s Grandmaster guard attacks William, but William withstands the sword strike and defeats him through a head-on counterattack.
• Although ordered to stop, William delivers a final blow that destroys Allen’s head and then erases his soul with a Soul Shockwave.
• Allen’s father, a Domain-level powerhouse, arrives and threatens William. William boldly taunts him, claiming that he will reach his level within a year and defeat him.
• Doglitt, Alice’s remaining Epic-tier guard, intervenes to prevent further conflict and escorts William to meet the Elven King.
• The Elven King arrives personally, shows no outrage over Allen’s death, and instead praises William’s ruthlessness and resemblance to their ancient ancestor.
• He offers to send additional Elven clansmen to Dawn City, which William gladly accepts, implying that the king’s support protects him from those plotting against him.

Character Developments

• William: Demonstrates overwhelming combat ability, fearlessness, and extreme decisiveness. He refuses to tolerate insults or intimidation and openly embraces his reputation as a ruthless battle-hardened warrior. His confidence grows as he realizes he has the Elven King’s protection.
• Prince Allen: His arrogance collapses into terror when William proves vastly stronger. Despite being a Grandmaster and royal heir, Allen is shown to be inexperienced in true life-or-death combat and dependent on status and possibly potions.
• Allen’s father: Reacts with fury and grief but is restrained from attacking William immediately. His threats establish a future conflict between him and William.
• Doglitt: Acts as William’s protector and mediator, preventing Allen’s father from retaliating and guiding William toward the Elven King.
• The Elven King: Reveals himself to be pragmatic and unusually accepting of William’s violence. Rather than punishing him, he recognizes William’s potential and publicly supports him.
• The surrounding Elves: Their attitudes shift from pity and fear to shock, admiration, or concealed amusement as William exposes the weakness of the royal faction opposing him.

Significant Themes

• Strength versus status: Allen’s royal title and Grandmaster rank cannot save him from William’s superior combat experience and power.
• The consequences of sheltered privilege: Allen has grown powerful without experiencing genuine death battles, making him arrogant but psychologically fragile.
• Political manipulation: William suspects that some faction deliberately used the confrontation to provoke conflict and demonstrate the dangers of the Elves’ peaceful, complacent lifestyle.
• Bloodline and prejudice: William is attacked because of his mixed heritage, but his achievements force the Elves to reconsider their assumptions about his legitimacy.
• Power and protection: William’s boldness is reinforced by the Elven King’s backing, making it clear that political support can be as important as personal strength.
• Ruthlessness as survival: William’s willingness to kill Allen and erase his soul establishes that he will not accept humiliation or leave future enemies alive.

Important Character Interactions

• William and Allen’s exchange escalates from verbal insults to a one-sided battle, with William using mockery and overwhelming violence to expose Allen’s weakness.
• William challenges Allen’s father directly, refusing to apologize and declaring that he will soon surpass him.
• Doglitt restrains William’s escalation and shields him from immediate retaliation.
• The Elven King publicly touches and praises William, symbolically accepting him despite his controversial bloodline.
• William responds to the king’s offer of military support with enthusiasm, understanding that the king’s favor gives him powerful political protection.

Chapter Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Elven King reveals that his departure is not final. By driving his greatsword into the ground, he summons every Black Leaf Elf in Dark Night City, including Saints and ordinary citizens.
• He commands the elves to kneel and announces sweeping reforms:
  • Dark Night City’s lockdown is ended.
  • The royal family must fight on the front lines and personally kill five dark creatures of their own tier in every battle before receiving assistance from their guards.
  • The Night Elves will clear dark creatures from the borders of Blackleaf Forest.
  • The Black Leaf Elves will prepare for all-out war against the Dark World.
• The king destroys the magical barrier concealing and isolating Dark Night City, declaring that isolation has weakened the elves rather than protected them.
• Adult elves are permitted to disguise themselves as humans and travel outside the forest for one to three years.
• Aili, Allen’s father and the Elven King’s son, is ordered to guard the Southwestern Demon Cavern for five years. He leaves carrying Allen’s corpse.
• The chapter explains that Allen’s weakness resulted from sheltered training: his guards killed the dangerous enemies before he fought, leaving him dependent on protection and unable to develop real combat ability.
• William reaches Level 100 and advances to the Grandmaster stage as an Earthbreaker Warrior. His status panel reveals dramatic increases in attributes, health, Battle Aura, magic, and new abilities.
• William concludes that his path as a powerful Legendary Boss has officially begun.

Character Developments

• The Elven King: Demonstrates decisive leadership and a willingness to force his people out of complacency. He abandons isolation, imposes strict military reforms, and accepts the destruction of the city’s protective barrier as necessary for the elves’ survival.
• William: Becomes significantly stronger after reaching Level 100 and the Grandmaster tier. His health surpasses 100,000, his attributes receive major boosts, and he gains enhanced defenses, mobility, offensive power, and resistance to mental attacks. He is increasingly confident that ordinary same-level opponents can no longer challenge him.
• Aili: Suffers the loss of his son and is punished for enabling Allen’s sheltered lifestyle. His assignment to the Southwestern Demon Cavern also places him in a position where he may eventually seek revenge against William.
• Allen: Is portrayed as a spoiled, artificially strengthened prince whose bloodline and level concealed his lack of genuine combat experience.
• The Black Leaf Elves: Shift from a secluded, stagnant society into one preparing for open conflict and engagement with the wider continent.

Significant Themes

• The danger of excessive protection: Allen’s example shows that status, bloodline, equipment, and high levels cannot replace experience earned through genuine life-and-death combat.
• War as a source of renewal: The Elven King believes the elves’ long peace has made them numb and weak; preparing for war is meant to restore their courage, purpose, and identity.
• Isolation versus engagement: The removal of the barrier symbolizes the end of self-imposed seclusion and the Black Leaf Elves’ return to the world.
• Responsibility and consequences: Aili is punished because he failed to properly raise and train Allen, reinforcing the idea that parents and leaders must accept responsibility for the weakness of those under their care.
• The standards of great factions: William reflects on how top factions avoid reckless revenge, instead maintaining discipline and following established rules concerning retaliation.
• Power growth and transformation: William’s advancement shows the widening gap between ordinary professionals and legendary figures, while also emphasizing that new power must still be properly used.

Character Interactions

• The Elven King publicly commands the entire elven population, and millions respond in unified loyalty.
• William kneels before the king and later receives a reassuring pat on the shoulder, marking the king’s recognition of him.
• The king directly confronts the royal family’s failures through his punishment of Aili and the new combat requirements for all royal descendants.
• Aili obeys without protest, carrying Allen’s body away after accepting the king’s judgment.
• William observes Aili’s departure without sympathy, believing both father and son were responsible for Allen’s failure.
• William later continues toward his mother’s residence with Lotner, while reflecting on Alice’s absence and examining the new abilities gained from his breakthrough.