Ch. 161Sorcerer Supreme
Key Plot Points and Events
- Rimuru begins an evolution ritual guided by the Great Sage, aiming to become the King of Wisdom.
- Rimuru's evolution attracts the attention of powerful beings across the multiverse, causing concern among dimensional lords and sovereigns.
- Ancient One, the Sorcerer Supreme of Earth, defends Earth against intruding demon gods and evil gods, preventing them from entering due to the magic circle she set up.
- Rimuru's evolution process is observed by Ancient One, who is amazed by its complexity and power.
Character Developments
- Rimuru: Shows courage and determination in facing powerful beings in the universe, and begins her evolution ritual.
- Ancient One: Demonstrates her power and resolve in protecting Earth from intruding demon gods and evil gods, showing her status as the Sorcerer Supreme.
Significant Themes
- Power and its consequences: Rimuru's evolution attracts unwanted attention from powerful beings, highlighting the potential dangers of growing too powerful.
- Protection and defense: Ancient One's actions emphasize her role as a protector of Earth, using her magic circle to keep intruders at bay.
Character Interactions
- Rimuru and Ancient One: Though not directly interacting in this chapter, their actions are connected through the evolution ritual and the subsequent reactions from powerful beings.
- Ancient One and the demon gods/evil gods: Ancient One's defiance against the demon gods and evil gods highlights her status and power, while also showing their fear of a new Sorcerer Supreme emerging on Earth.
- Kaecilius and the mages: Kaecilius manipulates the other mages into expressing jealousy towards Rimuru, sowing discord among them.