: The Martial God descends to check Grid’s progress, but is famously "beaten down" by the Tower of Wisdom's pioneer, Hayate .
As Grid’s power grows, the "Absolute" beings of the world begin to take notice.
: To take the fight to the enemy, Grid and his allies begin constructing a "Hell Elevator" to facilitate mass attacks on the demonic realms. Overgeared 1501-1600
: Grid deepens his relationship with the Tower members (like Hayate and Biban), eventually crafting powerful dragon-material swords for himself and the Sword God Biban. Quick Stats for This Arc New Titles Duke of Amplification, Dragon Knight Major Enemies Zeratul (Martial God), Great Demons of Hell Key Items Dragon-fang swords, Fire Dragon's horn
: Major legendary figures like Zik finally regain their physical bodies, and the souls of past legends are secured to bolster the human side. 2. Transcending Mortality: Grid’s Divine Growth : The Martial God descends to check Grid’s
: Grid continues to gather powerful subordinates, officially receiving Zibail and Zeke as part of his growing divine retinue. 3. The Empire Merges & Marriage Politics
: Before the merger is finalized, Grid must prove his worth by defeating the resurrected First Emperor in combat, eventually earning his respect and cooperation. 4. Clash with the Gods : Grid deepens his relationship with the Tower
: To solidify this massive new nation, Grid enters high-stakes political marriages, including unions with Basara (to unite the empires) and his long-time loyal knight Mercedes .