Synopsis

The chapter opens with a mage reflecting on his duel, claiming victory despite defeat by understanding the Demon King's current power level. Meanwhile, the protagonists discuss their encounter with Tesslon, and then find a new ally who awakened their warrior spirit. The chapter concludes with a group of trolls being aggressively hunted for their valuable blood, resulting in the trolls attempting to use their magic and fighting back against the humans, demonstrating a variety of characters and conflicts.