Dragon Country

Biodata

Power Progression

Dragon Country’s documented progression concerns national fortune, rather than an individual cultivation realm.

Background / History

Dragon Country rose from a weak, devastated nation to become one of the world’s leading countries. Before Su Chen’s success, its officials had spent years attempting to overcome Western blockade and sanctions 18 49.

Its previous Chosen One reached the final stage of the Rock Climbing Instance and shared a hidden rule with Kim Xiba and Yamashita Kenichiro after they begged for help. The two then sabotaged his rope to improve their own rankings, killing him. The resulting disaster halted Dragon Country’s rivers for half a month and caused civilian deaths 1 3 15.

Horror Story Participation

Horror-Tale Department

Analysis and Support

• Elder Qin directs the response to Su Chen’s trial, weighing computer analysis against observed behavior and intelligence gathered from other contestants 3 7 10.
• Analysts initially favor the Zoo’s blue rules, but Qin refuses to send premature advice when Su Chen’s actions suggest he has identified a deception 3 7.
• Qin instructs staff to abandon prejudices based on Su Chen’s education and personal records, emphasizing the need for objective support 14.
• The department sends its findings as advice rather than orders, giving Su Chen discretion and promising unconditional support even if he fails 18.

Livestream Security and Moderation

• Qin prohibits citizens from abusing Su Chen and orders a firewall to block foreign access to his livestream 7.
• Foreign attacks strain the firewall; Pickle Country uses spies to obtain delayed information despite the restrictions 10 15.
• The firewall eventually collapses under an assault led by Ugly Country 17.
• Moderators delete hostile comments and ban abusive foreign accounts. During the Zoo Director confrontation, foreign viewers complain that enforcement favors Dragon Country’s own users 36 40 42.

Story Role / Major Arcs

First Zoo Trial

Dragon Country’s viewers initially fear that Su Chen is incapable of protecting them, particularly after unfavorable personal information circulates online. His discovery of hidden rules and steady survival gradually replace that hostility with trust. Elder Qin supports him before most viewers and analysts recognize his abilities 1 3 7 9 14.

Su Chen’s escape from the Aquarium renews public hope. Xiao Li acknowledges that his judgment was distorted by prejudice, while Qin openly identifies Su Chen as the person carrying Dragon Country’s hopes through the crisis 31.

The Zoo Director Decision

When Su Chen considers taking responsibility for the failing Zoo rather than simply escaping, viewers debate whether rescuing its inhabitants justifies risking Dragon Country’s population. Many ultimately pledge support for his choice, while most department staff favor immediate clearance 40 41.

Elder Qin raises an unconfirmed possibility: the Zoo’s inhabitants may be real people, potentially from another Dragon Country. He points to Chinese-language rules and letters, along with familiar names such as Old Zhang and Old Chen. Xiao Li suggests a parallel world, but Qin does not confirm that explanation 41.

Clearance and Rollback

Su Chen becomes the only Chosen One to clear the first Zoo attempt. His success earns nationwide rewards, but his departure under the shadow’s escort leaves some viewers disappointed that the Zoo has not yet been saved 45 46 47.

His subsequent return to the Zoo initially alarms officials, who suspect Dragon Country is being targeted. The Supreme Rule presents the restart as an extra chance for all countries, while preserving Su Chen’s memories and Dragon Country’s lifespan reward 47.

International Realignment

During the second attempt, Su Chen warns contestants from friendly countries and gathers roughly a dozen representatives away from the main crowd. Their governments respond with gratitude and outspoken pledges of support for Dragon Country. Western powers withdraw planned condemnations rather than risk confrontation with these newly emboldened supporters 49.

Italy’s decision to cooperate becomes a milestone in Dragon Country’s effort to break the Western blockade. Dragon Country accepts its proposal, and looted cultural artifacts begin returning by plane the following day 49.

Relationships

• Su Chen — National representative whose survival and clearances directly affect the country. Its message of unconditional support strengthens his resolve to prevent further failures 1 18.
• Iron Pakistan — Friendly nation; its contestant’s childhood understanding of friendship with Dragon Country helps him trust Su Chen 48.
• Sevi Country, Old Country, and Simple Country — Friendly countries whose contestants join Su Chen’s group during the second Zoo attempt 49.
• Pickle Country — Hostile neighbor represented by Kim Xiba, one of the previous Chosen One’s killers. Dragon Country rejects its demand for an apology and compensation after Kim’s death 3 16.
• Sakura Country — Yamashita Kenichiro participated in the previous contestant’s murder. After his death, Sakura’s army representatives propose invading Dragon Country, but the military meeting devolves into disagreement rather than a documented invasion 3 24 25.
• Ugly Country — Leads attacks against Dragon Country’s livestream firewall and the Western camp alarmed by its growing international support 17 49.
• Italy — Offers to return looted artifacts, provide compensation calculated at five times the international interest rate, and become a trade transit hub in exchange for help in a future horror scenario 49.

Notable Quotes

“Even if you fail, you will still be a hero of Dragon Country.”
— Dragon Country’s message to Su Chen 18

“Until the very last moment, we people of Dragon Country never give up. Keep your eyes open and watch!”
— Elder Qin 27