Story Arcs
Major narrative threads
Escape from Germinal
Chapters 1–20
Han Xiao awakens as a test subject in the Germinal Organization's Valkyrie Lab. After faking brainwashing and secretly power-leveling for six months, he engineers a violent escape, killing commanders Lin Wei Xian and Baltar. Pursued by elite agents and a rival test subject squad, he fights his way through the wilderness, forming a bond with and later avenging a wanderer family. The arc concludes with him illegally entering the Western Capital of Stardragon, having declared war on the Germinal Organization.
Stardragon Alliance
Chapters 21–80
Han Xiao establishes himself in the Western Capital, joins Division 13, and integrates into their covert ops team. He navigates internal politics, develops and sells advanced weaponry, advances to an E-grade superhuman Technician, and begins to interact with the first beta testers while continuing his conflict with the Germinal Organization.
Solo Assassin
Chapters 81–215
Han Xiao operates independently as the assassin Black Phantom, working with the Blood Pact Society and leveraging his future knowledge to strike against the Germinal Organization while avoiding Division 13. He establishes a secret base, influences the Six Nations' war against Germinal, and begins interacting with players during the public beta.
Sanctuary Plan
Chapters 216–230
Han Xiao is appointed director of Sanctuary Three in Graymetal Ruins and oversees its construction with the help of players, completing the basic layout ahead of schedule before leaving for the war.
Planet Aquamarine War
Chapters 231–285
The war between the Six Nations and the Germinal Organization escalates as Han Xiao infiltrates Germinal headquarters, rescues Aurora, and reveals his identity, leading to large-scale battles and the involvement of top superhumans from across the planet.
Pro League Festival
Chapters 286–300
The aftermath of the war leads to a stable period on Planet Aquamarine, marked by the commencement of the Galaxy Pro League Season One, with Sanctuary Three as a major venue. Han Xiao capitalizes on the event to sell class advancement knowledge and equipment, amassing resources for his future.
Galactic Departure
Chapters 301–320
Han Xiao concludes the Pro League, selects a group of players to join him, and departs Planet Aquamarine for the galaxy aboard the Short Horn Star, marking the beginning of his interstellar adventures.
Sunil Catastrophe Arc
Chapters 321–354
Han Xiao and his mercenary group take on their first mission to defend the Sunil civilization from the periodic Catastrophe of berserk beasts on Planet Sunil.
Silver Rescue Arc
Chapters 355–380
Han Xiao and the Black Star Mercenary Group, in partnership with Sky Ring Army, embark on a mission to rescue captured Silvers. The mission leads them to the dangerous neutral territory of Floating Dragon Island, where they confront slave traders, Dragon Guards, and the ruler Ames, ultimately rescuing the Silvers and joining Floating Dragon Island.
DarkStar Pursuit Arc
Chapters 381–400
After the Silver rescue mission, Han Xiao and his mercenary group are targeted by DarkStar for the Secret Message Bead. They are chased across a desolate planet, leading to a large-scale battle involving mercenary alliances and the intervention of Ames from Floating Dragon Island.
Galactic Missions Arc
Chapters 401–627
Han Xiao and the Black Star Mercenary Group undertake various missions across the galaxy, including the Interstellar Beast mission, personal training, and the search for Ames' teacher on Noriosse, while preparing for the upcoming Version 2.0 update.
Crimson Tide Prologue
Chapters 628–651
As the Shattered Star Ring enters a period of unrest, Han Xiao becomes targeted by mysterious hunters while the Purple Crystal Civilization and Klent Kingdom prepare for secret war, setting the stage for Version 3.0.
Secret War Arc
Chapters 652–784
The large-scale covert war between the Purple Crystal Civilization's Section Zero and the Klent Kingdom's Bloodshed Land. Han Xiao and the Black Star Army play a pivotal role as a key commander for Section Zero. The war reaches a stalemate with frequent battles across multiple Star Systems, complicated by political maneuvering and the involvement of other organizations.
Flickering World Prologue
Chapters 785–860
Han Xiao and the Black Star Army begin exploration of the newly accessible Flickering World. The arc escalates dramatically when the Arcane Church, in a bold move to seize the Evolution Cube, launches a surprise attack on the dynasty's outpost at Planet Lighthouse. The successful defense and subsequent counterattack by Han Xiao and the dynasty's forces mark a major shift in galactic politics, triggering open conflict between universal civilizations and cementing Black Star's legendary status.
Flickering World Prologue
Chapters 785–990
The Crimson Dynasty's initial exploration and development of the Flickering World, including the war with the Kunde Race, the migration of the Kunde Race, and the uncovering of the Modo Civilization's sabotage. The arc concludes with the dynasty announcing the imminent opening of the Flickering World to the universe.
Flickering World Opening
Chapters 991–1140
The Flickering World is officially opened by the Crimson Dynasty, beginning Version 4.0. Players come online, and the free competition zone becomes a battleground for organizations. The Beyond Grade A Association is formed, and the Black Star Cup is held. The Intelligent Plague disaster emerges in the Ancient Star Desert.
Flickering War
Chapters 1141–1240
The large-scale armed conflict between the three Universal Civilizations and the Super Star Cluster Alliance in the free competition zone of the Flickering World. The Black Star Army participates by specifically targeting the Modo Civilization, while Han Xiao navigates political pressures and external threats like the manipulation of Aesop.
Sanctum Revelation Arc
Chapters 1241–1300
Han Xiao captures Sorokin with the Holy Accord's help, enters the Third Sanctum to learn its secrets, revives historical Beyond Grade As, and reveals the Sanctum Revival to the association, setting the stage for major conflicts with the three Universal Civilizations.
Great Standoff and World Tree Revelation
Chapters 1301–1440
The Beyond Grade A Association and the three Universal Civilizations confront each other at the Mechanical Race territory, with Han Xiao single-handedly defeating their direct Beyond Grade As. The three Universal Civilizations retreat due to the discovery of the World Tree Civilization, leading to a truce and cooperation against the external threat. Han Xiao infiltrates the World Tree territory and learns more about their capabilities.
Dark Side Universe Revelation Arc
Chapters 1441–1463
Following the victory over the World Tree, Han Xiao reveals the truth about the universe's Iterations and the existence of the dark side universe to the three Universal Civilizations. He leads the effort to convert the dark side universe back into the true universe using the World Tree and his Virtual Creation ability, culminating in the merging of the game world with reality.