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Lord of the Mysteries #5
Lord of the Mysteries Volume 5: Red Priest
With the rising tide of steam power and machinery, who can come close to being a Beyonder? Shrouded in the fog of history and darkness, who or what is the lurking evil that murmurs into our ears?
Waking up to be faced with a string of mysteries, Zhou Mingrui finds himself reincarnated as Klein Moretti in an alternate Victorian era world where he sees a world filled with machinery, cannons, dreadnoughts, airships, difference machines, as well as Potions, Divination, Hexes, Tarot Cards, Sealed Artifacts…
The Light continues to shine but mystery has never gone far. Follow Klein as he finds himself entangled with the Churches of the world—both orthodox and unorthodox—while he slowly develops newfound powers thanks to the Beyonder potions.
Like the corresponding tarot card, The Fool, which is numbered 0—a number of unlimited potential—this is the legend of “The Fool”.
Waking up to be faced with a string of mysteries, Zhou Mingrui finds himself reincarnated as Klein Moretti in an alternate Victorian era world where he sees a world filled with machinery, cannons, dreadnoughts, airships, difference machines, as well as Potions, Divination, Hexes, Tarot Cards, Sealed Artifacts…
The Light continues to shine but mystery has never gone far. Follow Klein as he finds himself entangled with the Churches of the world—both orthodox and unorthodox—while he slowly develops newfound powers thanks to the Beyonder potions.
Like the corresponding tarot card, The Fool, which is numbered 0—a number of unlimited potential—this is the legend of “The Fool”.
1085 pages, ebook
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Ai Qianshui de Wuzei
266 books247 followersAssociated Names:
* 爱潜水的乌贼 (Simplified Chinese) / 愛潛水的烏賊 (Traditional Chinese)
* Ai Qianshui de Wuzei / Cuttlefish That Loves Diving (English)
* อ้ายเชียนสุ่ยเตออูเจ๋ย (Thai)
* 爱潜水的乌贼 (Simplified Chinese) / 愛潛水的烏賊 (Traditional Chinese)
* Ai Qianshui de Wuzei / Cuttlefish That Loves Diving (English)
* อ้ายเชียนสุ่ยเตออูเจ๋ย (Thai)
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May 14, 2026
In a world where madness is eternal and godhood is temporary, a psychological plague is spreading—sparing no one.
Introduction
What a bizarre adventure. The cosmic dread is more prominent in this volume than ever. By the end of this volume I noticed how much more I became afraid of the unknown. In this volume one gets introduced to deities that one shouldn't meet before becoming an angel. That's where the disaster strikes—Klein Moretti has just recently become a High-Sequence Beyonder. How is he supposed to protect himself, let alone the people he cares for?
Plot
The plot carved deeper into my mind than the previous volumes. This volume wasn't the typical horror story one would expect. The cosmic dread wasn't surprising, but the trauma and the post-traumatic stress disorder caused by certain events in the story wasn't something I saw coming. Even less my new unlocked fear of monocles. At least I'm not the only one who got traumatised. If you thought jumpscares only exist in films 'cause they need to be visual to work, you're wrong.
Psychological plot points
One can't relax even one second without anything catastrophic to happen. The fifth volume was so far the most tense and emotional one. Many characters constantly fight against losing control and going mad. Seeing them losing that constant war against themselves with the arrival of a certain King of Angels was both sad and traumatising. You have to imagine reading this series, already having a favourite character by volume five and seeing that very character lose control. That King of Angels uses the oldest and strongest fear of the unknown to control Beyonders. That King of Angel is not only feared by inferior Beyonders but also by other angels and gods 'cause of the intense psychological torment by the arrival of this King of Angels. I noticed that every volume has a different take of fate since it can be perceived in many different ways. This volume is about the darker side of fate.
Non-psychological plot points
The plot points that weren't psychological weren't the center of the story but still worth mentioning. For instance, Klein Moretti's ascension; making him closer to become a true god. Before that, Klein Moretti realised that wearing a thick mask all the time isn't good for his mental condition. The abnormality of the street where he lives is also a non-psychological plot point that already started in the fourth volume. This street holds a secret not many know of. Klein Moretti also showed that his currently strongest weakness is holding on to his humanity while he already became a demigod. Something that makes him appear foolish in the eyes of gods. Audrey Hall also developed further by realising that she had to pay the price of growing up.
For me personally my favourite non-political plot point was the expedition of the City of Silver who tried entering the Giant King's Court that revealed lots of hidden history. Many truths and secrets are also revealed in this volume that influenced the current Epoch significantly. I'm the most curious to find out the truth of Zhou Mingrui's transmigration as many hints were already placed in this volume.
Characters
This time I will keep it shorter to prevent any spoilers. One of my favourite chapters in this volume was ‘Hall of Truth’, 'cause it was a comedic relief to the previously experienced trauma of many characters. I was happy to see Klein Moretti form friendships and not wear a mask to protect himself all the time anymore. He needs to have as many allies as possible to survive in this dangerous world of Beyonders.
Outroduction
The ending of this volume made my soul leave my body. It's tough that it ended on a cliffhanger. It's even tougher that it hints that the terror of the monocle just started. As long as I can have Gehrman Sparrow, Audrey Hall and Leonard Mitchell partner up as a trio again I think I will survive it.
StoryGraph review
Introduction
What a bizarre adventure. The cosmic dread is more prominent in this volume than ever. By the end of this volume I noticed how much more I became afraid of the unknown. In this volume one gets introduced to deities that one shouldn't meet before becoming an angel. That's where the disaster strikes—Klein Moretti has just recently become a High-Sequence Beyonder. How is he supposed to protect himself, let alone the people he cares for?
Plot
The plot carved deeper into my mind than the previous volumes. This volume wasn't the typical horror story one would expect. The cosmic dread wasn't surprising, but the trauma and the post-traumatic stress disorder caused by certain events in the story wasn't something I saw coming. Even less my new unlocked fear of monocles. At least I'm not the only one who got traumatised. If you thought jumpscares only exist in films 'cause they need to be visual to work, you're wrong.
Psychological plot points
One can't relax even one second without anything catastrophic to happen. The fifth volume was so far the most tense and emotional one. Many characters constantly fight against losing control and going mad. Seeing them losing that constant war against themselves with the arrival of a certain King of Angels was both sad and traumatising. You have to imagine reading this series, already having a favourite character by volume five and seeing that very character lose control. That King of Angels uses the oldest and strongest fear of the unknown to control Beyonders. That King of Angel is not only feared by inferior Beyonders but also by other angels and gods 'cause of the intense psychological torment by the arrival of this King of Angels. I noticed that every volume has a different take of fate since it can be perceived in many different ways. This volume is about the darker side of fate.
Non-psychological plot points
The plot points that weren't psychological weren't the center of the story but still worth mentioning. For instance, Klein Moretti's ascension; making him closer to become a true god. Before that, Klein Moretti realised that wearing a thick mask all the time isn't good for his mental condition. The abnormality of the street where he lives is also a non-psychological plot point that already started in the fourth volume. This street holds a secret not many know of. Klein Moretti also showed that his currently strongest weakness is holding on to his humanity while he already became a demigod. Something that makes him appear foolish in the eyes of gods. Audrey Hall also developed further by realising that she had to pay the price of growing up.
For me personally my favourite non-political plot point was the expedition of the City of Silver who tried entering the Giant King's Court that revealed lots of hidden history. Many truths and secrets are also revealed in this volume that influenced the current Epoch significantly. I'm the most curious to find out the truth of Zhou Mingrui's transmigration as many hints were already placed in this volume.
Characters
This time I will keep it shorter to prevent any spoilers. One of my favourite chapters in this volume was ‘Hall of Truth’, 'cause it was a comedic relief to the previously experienced trauma of many characters. I was happy to see Klein Moretti form friendships and not wear a mask to protect himself all the time anymore. He needs to have as many allies as possible to survive in this dangerous world of Beyonders.
Outroduction
The ending of this volume made my soul leave my body. It's tough that it ended on a cliffhanger. It's even tougher that it hints that the terror of the monocle just started. As long as I can have Gehrman Sparrow, Audrey Hall and Leonard Mitchell partner up as a trio again I think I will survive it.
StoryGraph review
May 27, 2025
Every time I start a new volume for LOTM, I think, "it can't possibly get any better than this". Oh how I'm wrong each time
March 27, 2023
5/5
“It's still not enough...Then let's make it a little more chaotic...."
HOLY FVCCKKKKK!!!!!
no, i have to pick up the next volume right away BECAUSE THAT ENDING FREAKING KILLED ME WITH THAT CLIFFHANGER!!!!!!
everything is so chaotic, and that is part of klein's plan in order to have a chance to complete his goal. he can't defeat every single one of his powerful enemies, but since his enemies are also enemies with each other, full on chaos is really necessary. in that case, the attention wouldn't be just on him. it's a multiple-way battle. but of course not everything would go according to his plan. and the most terrifying thing is BOTH FREAKING ADAM AND AMON ARE ABLE TO LOCATE HIM!!! i think i had a mini heart attack with the last part of the last chapter when amon in his monocle suddenly appear. and it's not just his avatar, it's his real body!!!!! and the scary part is it happened when klein thought he already escaped!! he already lowered his guard down!!! his triple concealment is not enough!!!
my heart is still racing while writing this review and i'm ending this now because i would really love to pick the next volume up right now. but this volume? EPIC!!!
“It's still not enough...Then let's make it a little more chaotic...."
HOLY FVCCKKKKK!!!!!
no, i have to pick up the next volume right away BECAUSE THAT ENDING FREAKING KILLED ME WITH THAT CLIFFHANGER!!!!!!
everything is so chaotic, and that is part of klein's plan in order to have a chance to complete his goal. he can't defeat every single one of his powerful enemies, but since his enemies are also enemies with each other, full on chaos is really necessary. in that case, the attention wouldn't be just on him. it's a multiple-way battle. but of course not everything would go according to his plan. and the most terrifying thing is BOTH FREAKING ADAM AND AMON ARE ABLE TO LOCATE HIM!!! i think i had a mini heart attack with the last part of the last chapter when amon in his monocle suddenly appear. and it's not just his avatar, it's his real body!!!!! and the scary part is it happened when klein thought he already escaped!! he already lowered his guard down!!! his triple concealment is not enough!!!
my heart is still racing while writing this review and i'm ending this now because i would really love to pick the next volume up right now. but this volume? EPIC!!!
June 21, 2020
WHAT CAN ONE SAY ABOUT AN EPIC BOOK THAT OUTCLASSES ALL OTHERS. IF THERE IS A RATING FOR BEYOND EXCELLENT, THIS BOOK HAS THAT. IT SITS ON THE SHELVE WITH 'THE NAME OF THE WIND' PATRICK ROTHFUSS IN WORLD CREATION. WITH 'WAY OF KINGS' BRANDON SANDERSON IN EXPANSIVENESS AND MAGIC. I CAN GO ON AND ON AND ON. JUST GO AND READ THIS BOOK AND YOU WILL BE ENRAPTURED.
September 14, 2025
Damn, every time I finish a volume, I’m left thinking, ‘how does it keep getting better?’. Vol. 5 totally delivers—raising the stakes, expanding the world, and diving even deeper into the characters. Secret organizations and hidden truths pull you further into the web of intrigue. This one had me on the edge of my seat. Usually, Klein’s wits and schemes keep him one step ahead, but this time… his enemies actually outsmart him. And that ending! Now, every time I see a monocle, I’ll be traumatized right alongside Klein 😰🧐. I can’t wait to read the next vol.
January 22, 2026
wow wow wow 🧎♀️
January 2, 2026
Book with a great pace, writer took his time to develop each character. Loved the persona of Gerhman sparrow
December 6, 2024
“Can you accept such an outcome?”
میتونم به نویسنده، دنیاسازی این ناول و دولوپمنت کاراکترش سر تعظیم فرود بیارم؟؟ عالی بود. واقعااا عالی بود! و فاکینگ چپتر آخر این جلد اینقدر همه چیز رو اوج هیجان بود حتی یک دقیقه نتونستم کنار بذارمش و بلافاصله جلد شیش رو شروع کردم!
وای اطلاعاتی که نویسنده به مرور رو کرد تو این جلد مخصوصا بخش قصر سفیره و نهادایی که خالق اصلی به جا گذاشته و اینکه تمام اینا به علاوه دو سنگ کفر ارتباطی با سفیروت پیدا کردن، واقعا شوک بود و مغزم منفجر شد از حجم افکاری که به ذهنم اومد و انگار همه چی، مفهوم ها و جزئیاتی که تو ناول برده شد به طور خیلی منطقیای برام معنی پیدا کرد و کلی حدس و گمان به ذهنم رسید ولی هنوز نمیتونم کامل و قطعی حدس بزنم بگم قضیه چیه.
تو این جلد با کاراکتر جذاب مدیچی ، فرشته جنگ، آشنا شدیم و عاشقش شدم (شخصیت پردازیا تو این ناول واقعا خیلی خوب و کار شدهن)
و بزرگترین پارت شوک و القای وحشت این جلد براستی که متعلق به مستر اِرور عزیز، فرشته زمان، آمون بود
(he lives up to his name as an error and bug!)
میتونم به نویسنده، دنیاسازی این ناول و دولوپمنت کاراکترش سر تعظیم فرود بیارم؟؟ عالی بود. واقعااا عالی بود! و فاکینگ چپتر آخر این جلد اینقدر همه چیز رو اوج هیجان بود حتی یک دقیقه نتونستم کنار بذارمش و بلافاصله جلد شیش رو شروع کردم!
وای اطلاعاتی که نویسنده به مرور رو کرد تو این جلد مخصوصا بخش قصر سفیره و نهادایی که خالق اصلی به جا گذاشته و اینکه تمام اینا به علاوه دو سنگ کفر ارتباطی با سفیروت پیدا کردن، واقعا شوک بود و مغزم منفجر شد از حجم افکاری که به ذهنم اومد و انگار همه چی، مفهوم ها و جزئیاتی که تو ناول برده شد به طور خیلی منطقیای برام معنی پیدا کرد و کلی حدس و گمان به ذهنم رسید ولی هنوز نمیتونم کامل و قطعی حدس بزنم بگم قضیه چیه.
تو این جلد با کاراکتر جذاب مدیچی ، فرشته جنگ، آشنا شدیم و عاشقش شدم (شخصیت پردازیا تو این ناول واقعا خیلی خوب و کار شدهن)
و بزرگترین پارت شوک و القای وحشت این جلد براستی که متعلق به مستر اِرور عزیز، فرشته زمان، آمون بود
(he lives up to his name as an error and bug!)
December 30, 2024
praise the fool
October 3, 2025
leonard + klein moments ily 💝
February 27, 2026
A stepdown from the previous volume what a shame
October 24, 2025
4.5, really. I just took half star for the cliffhanger xD
December 22, 2024
بی هوش و حواس تر از چیزیم که بتونم بنویسم . حس های مختلف و زیادی رو با این جلد تجربه کردم .خنده، کنجکاوی ،امید،خشم،ترس،شکست ،دلشکستگی و در آخر با خوندن چپتر آخر جوری که پنیک کردم خود کلاین نکرد !
May 1, 2020
I’ve read at least a few hundred books and this is my absolute number one favorite. It starts somewhat slow but rapidly improves volume to volume. The magic system is awesome and the world building is fantastic. The author slowly releases more and more secrets as the story goes on in a wonderful way. Please try this.
August 8, 2020
Brilliant world building.
Decent and reasonable character growth.
Ingenious magic system.
Specific words and titles (eg. lord of the mysteries, the fool, etc.,) have deep foreshadowing and meaning.
The real lord of mysteries.
Decent and reasonable character growth.
Ingenious magic system.
Specific words and titles (eg. lord of the mysteries, the fool, etc.,) have deep foreshadowing and meaning.
The real lord of mysteries.
April 23, 2026
First book in this series I give five stars
It was great getting chapters that show history and lore, those were page turners.
The characters ,especially the ones the club started with “sun, justice,hanged man” their development was very fun to witness.
Overall, a better paced book than the previous 2 .
It was great getting chapters that show history and lore, those were page turners.
The characters ,especially the ones the club started with “sun, justice,hanged man” their development was very fun to witness.
Overall, a better paced book than the previous 2 .
January 28, 2026
Finally. Finally the main character got challenges and it's not an easy adventure.
I would rate this volume as the best in the series. 1st and 5th are great. This volume gave me a story that I expected after 1st volume.
Doom, trying to achieve impossible, and great setting. Love it
I would rate this volume as the best in the series. 1st and 5th are great. This volume gave me a story that I expected after 1st volume.
Doom, trying to achieve impossible, and great setting. Love it
December 2, 2023
what is THAT end???? fuck i hate amon so much
October 23, 2025
every single star for the two chapters of Hall of Truth.
January 11, 2026
i love how everybody's playing mental 8D Chess with each other
Also the cliffhanger is lowkey insane
Also the cliffhanger is lowkey insane
April 27, 2026
That was an absolutely RUDE cliffhanger.
(Good thing I already have the next volume waiting for me)
(Good thing I already have the next volume waiting for me)
June 3, 2026
OMGGGGGG GUUYYYSS
This is the best volume I've ever read
And I've heard that it's getting BETTERRR! HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE?! YOU'VE ALREADY REACHED THE PEAK!
It was good in terms of lore, fun, and horror. The latter is mainly because of Amon. This guy needs an award for being the most powerful yet insane character in all fiction I am not joking! Every time This guy appears I get the chills that you might never imagine. THIS GUY IS FLIPPING INSANE (and I love it lol) The last sceen is... wow thank u for giving me ptsd over a flipping character from fiction cuttlefish!!
And Adam too, i nearly jumped out of fright after reading the pre last chapter. I mean what should I expect THEY'RE LITERALLY SIBLINGS!
This is the best volume I've ever read
And I've heard that it's getting BETTERRR! HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE?! YOU'VE ALREADY REACHED THE PEAK!
It was good in terms of lore, fun, and horror. The latter is mainly because of Amon. This guy needs an award for being the most powerful yet insane character in all fiction I am not joking! Every time This guy appears I get the chills that you might never imagine. THIS GUY IS FLIPPING INSANE (and I love it lol) The last sceen is... wow thank u for giving me ptsd over a flipping character from fiction cuttlefish!!
And Adam too, i nearly jumped out of fright after reading the pre last chapter. I mean what should I expect THEY'RE LITERALLY SIBLINGS!
April 17, 2025
Another great one. It truly deserve the hype.
AND the official recognition by the Chinese Literature.
Hated the cliffending, but holy f*ck, what a explendid end
AND the official recognition by the Chinese Literature.
Hated the cliffending, but holy f*ck, what a explendid end
August 25, 2026
MAN, WHY IS THIS SO PEAK?!?!?!
January 4, 2026
as for each volume, this one once again was better than the last, but oh my god those last 10ish chapters
May 22, 2021
Another thrilling addition to this story. When I look back at where things started and where we are now, I have to tip my hat to the author. The power levels of the characters and depth and complexity of the mysteries explored are both high. The skill it takes to slowly build this up over thousands of pages, both keeping things interesting without contradicting oneself, must be massive. Well done.
January 9, 2023
Arguably the second or third best volume has amazing moments and one of the craziest but engaging plots in the story. Kleins identity from volume 3 makes a return and it’s just amazing, the finale is unforgettable.
February 10, 2026
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