Ch. 61Do Something Useful, Barbatos!
Key plot points and events
- Tang Hao’s fight leaves Spirit Hall humiliated: even while wounded and holding back, he overwhelms two level-95 Titled Douluo and a level-98 opponent. The Worship Hall intervenes only to protect Spirit Hall’s buildings; Golden Crocodile is then recognized as a level-99 Limit Douluo.
- Tang Hao’s iconic-scene reward is a Soul Skill that boosts his strength by 50%–200% as music plays. Onlookers imagine how devastating it would be combined with Ring Detonation and the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.
- Yu Xiaogang realizes he might also receive a reward for his own iconic scene, raising his hopes of lifting his curse.
- The Sky Screen shifts to Teyvat, revealing a scene titled “Two Old Fogeys Singing Each Other’s Praises.” A meal with Zhongli, Venti, and others prompts Paimon and Columbina to discuss food and a possible moonlit tea party. Sandrone agrees to provide the venue, while Odette rejects Voyanissa’s attempt to copy the arrangement.
- The actual scene shows Venti making wind noises outside a locked room. His behavior sparks laughter and complaints, especially from Dvalin, who urges him to do something useful.
Character developments and interactions
- Tang Hao’s strength further establishes him as a fearsome fighter, while Spirit Hall’s weakened prestige and the Clear Sky Sect disciples’ newly inflated confidence become apparent.
- Yu Xiaogang grows hopeful that the Sky Screen’s rewards may help him personally.
- Paimon and Columbina bond over food and plan a tea party; Sandrone is persuaded to host it at Silvermoon Hall. Odette’s blunt refusal contrasts with their playful scheming.
- Venti is portrayed as comically irresponsible. Jean reflects that both Venti and Mondstadt’s Grand Master routinely leave responsibilities to others, especially her.
Significant themes
- Power and reputation: Tang Hao’s performance overturns expectations and damages Spirit Hall’s image of invincibility.
- Reward and ambition: The Sky Screen’s powerful bonuses inspire speculation and hope.
- Freedom versus responsibility: Mondstadt’s ideal of freedom is humorously contrasted with Venti’s habit of avoiding his duties.
- Comedic camaraderie: Food, teasing, and playful bargaining build connections among the Teyvat characters.