Wiki & Encyclopedia: The Eighteenth Level Of Hell: Lying Is Forbidden Here

An NPC-like figure operating a store within the 18th Layer. He is a 'dead prisoner' who accepts point-based digital cards as currency and maintains a forced, fixed smile.

A high-ranking administrative officer at the Liar Slayer Alliance office. She is a corrupt official who readily accepts bribes but strictly upholds the established rules and common sense of the 18th Layer.

A suspected 'True Self' skill holder who gained notoriety by completing his newbie dungeon in thirty minutes and slaughtering all nineteen other participants.

A veteran staff member of the Liar Slayer Alliance. She manages the registration of new recruits and provides them with essential survival guides and information regarding the 18th Layer.

An administrator and handler who processes new arrivals and assesses their potential for recruitment into the Liar Slayer Alliance.

A pragmatic two-star player leader who monitors newcomers. He avoids engaging directly with dangerous players like Chen Ran, preferring to let them enter instances first so he can dodge them.

An elderly woman who claims to hold knowledge regarding the 'Second Simplified Chinese Characters' (Erjianzi), a historical reform that serves as a potential key to the room's puzzles.

A young and visibly frightened participant. He is the first to mistakenly trigger a room mechanism by retrieving a book from the shelf, resulting in the loss of a marble in the hourglass.

A sharp-witted participant who deduced that the numbering on the bookshelves corresponds to year and month indices, proving more observant than the vocal leader.

A rational and sharp team leader who correctly deduces that the team's shared fatigue is caused by the dungeon mechanism depriving them of their recent memories.

A team leader who provides information regarding the absence of specialized skills within his group.

A logical and strategic participant who relies on deductive reasoning to solve the dungeon's mysteries. He often collaborates with the Middle-Aged Man and is keen on uncovering the truth regarding their time-loop resets.

A team member serving under the Middle-Aged Man. He exhibits a resigned acceptance of his role as designated fodder in the game's lethal mechanics.

A participant and team member under the Tall Captain.

A participant and team member under the Gold-Rimmed Glasses Captain.

A tactical captain who attempts to uncover the hidden numbers of other players by utilizing the illusion-based Liar Slayer skill to copy their appearances. He exhibits strong deductive reasoning but was ultimately outplayed by Chen Ran and his team.

The true identity of the Tall Captain. He is a pragmatic and calculated leader who utilizes complex logical deduction to survive within the dungeon, even at the cost of his team members.

A highly knowledgeable and confident player within the Middle-Aged Man's team, often acting as a tactical asset. He is arrogant about his own survival odds until he is betrayed by his captain.

A placeholder name used as a decoy in the trap instructions written by a mysterious individual on the mirror of the secret chamber.

A participant who possesses the 'Vast Sea and Millet' skill, which drastically lowers his presence, making it difficult for others to perceive or remember him. He becomes increasingly frustrated when he is singled out by the crowd in the merged chamber.

A replication of Chen Ran created by the dungeon mechanism. He possesses the same memories and cognitive abilities as the original.

A replication of Geng Hao created by the dungeon mechanism.

A second-generation replication of Chen Ran.

A third-generation replication of Chen Ran, highly alert and suspicious of other copies.

A second-generation replication of Geng Hao.

A third-generation replication of Geng Hao.

A fourth-generation replication of Chen Ran, highly analytical and capable of logical deduction to deduce the truth about other replicates.

A fourth-generation replication of Geng Hao who encounters Chen Ran D in the first chamber. He is skeptical and attempts to prove his innocence regarding the use of the Liar Slayer skill.

A newly manifested version of Chen Ran that appears after a fixed time cycle in the dungeon. His presence adds complications to the ongoing tactical and psychological game.

A newly manifested version of Geng Hao, distinguished by his prone nature to lie and his capacity to utilize skill effects that compound with others.

An adjudicator of the game trials who manages the chips and oversees the room outcomes at the long table.

An adjudicator of the game trials responsible for announcing the selection of players for the Red and Blue factions.

Chen Ran's maternal uncle who possesses unexpected combat experience and mysterious survival abilities, including invisibility. He claims to have tracked Chen Ran into the trials.

A staff member on the simulation set who guides the participants to their hotel rooms while expressing fear of the ongoing conflict.

A stranger encountered by Chen Ran near the apartment complex. He serves as a tragic victim, manipulated and used as a human shield by Chen Ran against invading armed men.

A group of relentless, armed assailants equipped with assault rifles who hunt the participants. Their movements appear coordinated but are susceptible to diversionary tactics.

A distinguished literary master and the adoptive guardian of Lin Jiabao. He was tortured and killed by the alternate personality, Lin Jiabei, an event that serves as the root of the trauma plaguing the main character.

A passenger on the cruise ship who exhibits an air of wealth. He serves as an accidental victim for the protagonists to secure supplies and clothing.

A major shareholder of the cruise ship. He is a source of intense dislike for Chen Ran, functioning as a psychological projection or obsession similar to the Grandfather's role for others.

A central figure in Lin Jiabao's history, representing both a target of intense hatred and a path to reconciliation. His image acts as a psychological key for Lin Jiabao within the deeper dream layers.

A manager at the first-layer casino who controls access to the ship's medical room. She is astute and potentially dangerous, capable of turning against weakened participants.

A respected literary master whose death, along with her husband's naval background, serves as the key to unraveling the truth behind the seemingly contradictory timeline of the dungeons.

A figure whose companions' souls are suspected by Zhang Yuan to inhabit the body of Chen Ran.

The enigmatic innkeeper of the dilapidated two-story hotel. He is distinguished by his yellowed teeth, thinning hair, sharp, observant eyes, and a tendency to mediate conflicts with calming gestures.

A tall, well-built individual wearing a tank top. He possesses a volatile, aggressive temper and eyes filled with hostility, constantly scanning his surroundings as if stalking prey.

An eccentric and easy-going individual who maintains a lighthearted demeanor. He treats the consumption of snacks, specifically spicy strips, as a detailed ritualistic experience, often serving as a comical observer to the group's tension.

A young female participant who carries a teddy bear. She maintains an innocent, curious expression, often contrasting sharply with the lethal nature of the players around her.

An authority figure who arrived at the inn with his injured female colleague. He investigates the crime scene with cold, observational methods, attempting to reconstruct the sequence of events using logic and forensic deduction.

A colleague of the Middle-aged Officer who arrives at the inn injured. She is later suspected, handcuffed to the staircase, and subsequently goes missing after a shooting occurs.

A participant who becomes a prime suspect after forensic evidence appears in his room. He is handcuffed to the staircase by the Middle-aged Officer and spends the night forced to observe the unfolding events.

An elusive participant who escaped custody and is suspected of manipulating the environment to sow discord among the others.

An one-to-two-star Ghost Talker identified as a bounty target.

An one-to-two-star Ghost Talker identified as a bounty target.

An one-to-two-star Ghost Talker identified as a bounty target.

An one-to-two-star Ghost Talker identified as a bounty target.

An one-to-two-star Liar Slayer who is currently a bounty target of the opposing alliance.

An one-to-two-star Liar Slayer who is currently a bounty target of the opposing alliance.

An one-to-two-star Liar Slayer who is currently a bounty target of the opposing alliance.

A legendary figure who used their life force to create the Commercial District by inscribing the rule that it exists onto the blank pages of a common-sense manual.

Individuals within the 18th Layer who stand like statues or perform repetitive tasks while waiting to be hired by players as guides. Their movement is highly restricted by rules.

The manipulative leader of the First Layer within the Liar Slayer Alliance. He views lower-ranked players as expendable assets, recruiting them as 'reserve teammates' to act as meat shields and ensure his own survival in dangerous dungeons.

A high-ranking administrator who oversees participants within the 18th Layer. He intentionally deploys seasoned players to supervise newer recruits during dungeons.

A player who is impatient with long-winded plans and prefers direct results.

The enigmatic game master residing in a separate spatial dimension, observing the dungeon's progress and waiting to judge contestants.

The supreme head of the Ghost Talker Alliance, whose deductive reasoning is challenged by the traps laid by Chen Ran.

A high-ranking administrative figure within the Hell hierarchy, overseeing the management of dungeon simulations, hunting squads, and the progression of player-participants.

The true mastermind of the current dungeon. He utilized deception and logical misdirection to villainize others while orchestrating the events, possessing the ability to split his soul to pilot multiple corpses protected by the Law of Truth.

A young, blonde-haired, blue-eyed child appearing as a patient in the hospital ward. He is labeled as having a spleen condition and serves as the subject for the doctor's bloodletting trial.

An NPC construct created to fill the vacancy left by the original surgeon. He possesses a manic demeanor and forces players to undergo a medical trial involving symbolic bloodletting.

A mysterious antagonistic entity that functions as a dungeon master/mechanic. It possesses the ability to inhabit the bodies of deceased players to act as a puppet and manipulate the game's outcome.

A high-level administrative entity capable of hunting lower-ranked players, whose attention is feared by Chen Ran and others.

A genius engineer who discovered that the world is a simulation. He is hunting for recruits among other 'system users' to destroy an alien device located near the Sun.

Technologically superior extraterrestrial beings who harvest planetary resources by trapping human consciousness in simulated virtual worlds via signal radiation.

An NPC patient in the dungeon's final ward, approximately seven or eight years old, diagnosed with liver issues.

An NPC functioning within the patient wards, serving as an antagonist who observes the players with cold detachment.

A young boy around seven or eight years old found in the hospital ward. He suffers from a heart condition and is the son of the Subway Worker. He appears in the 'cause' timeline pleading for help to find his missing father.

A two-star player and team leader who initially displays overconfidence in his group's strength. He is analytical and quick to deduce game mechanics, though he becomes deeply unsettled by psychological manipulation and the high mortality risk of the current dungeon.

One of two mysterious newcomers who board the subway at the Water Accumulation Village station. He acts as a psychological manipulator, planting seeds of doubt among the players and instigating fear to force their hands.

The companion to the Delicate Youth. He exerts an unnerving influence over others, utilizing a charismatic smile to deliver terrifying threats and force players into desperate, fatal gambits.

A perceptive and handsome player who attempts to stabilize the situation by using divination and hexagram analysis. He correctly identifies the fate of the newcomers and initiates the final conflict using a powerful ability.

The handsome, charismatic youth who orchestrates the scene within the dungeon. He uses his 'Ghost Talker' abilities to manipulate others and serves as the primary threat in the current instance.

A cautious player and subordinate. She is adept at distinguishing between illusions and real players by observing behavioral cues and silence.

A team leader who is quick to discern the reality of the situation within the carriage and identifies players vs. ghostly entities.

A naive participant who is tricked into revealing his name and his captain's name, leading to his execution.

A mysterious and highly skilled entity disguised as Diwu Zeyi. Unlike the original, he possesses intimate knowledge of Chen Ran and seems to be testing him.

A two-star player who maintains a mysterious persona by wearing high-collared mountaineering gear to hide his features. He is deceptive, utilizes complex illusions, and is suspected of shifting his physical identity.

A veteran teammate of Feng Xiao who has gone missing under mysterious circumstances, raising suspicions that someone is impersonating him.

A spectral entity encountered at Wangchuan Road Station, resembling the mythological figure Meng Po. She guards a pot of bubbling liquid and serves as a potential source of hazard or delusion for players.

The specific identity assumed by Chen Ran within the Loulan ancient city simulation.

The specific identity assumed by Feng Xiao within the Loulan ancient city simulation.

A skilled and confident explorer, expert with firearms. He holds a cynical, teasing personality towards the others, often mocking the academic nature of his companions.

An assistant, characterized as being somewhat naive or slow-witted. He accompanies the group to the ruins, frequently deferring to the others.

A highly skilled and alert operative within the group, trained in combat and capable of handling weapons with predatory agility.

A sharp-witted and analytical player who actively participates in the lethal games within the Secret Chamber. She is skilled at detecting deception and tracking the shifting identities caused by supernatural abilities, often acting as a key strategist among the survivors.

A teammate of the deceased Tong Fei and practitioner of 'Ghost Talk'. He survives the initial trial and participates in the desperate attempt to organize a counter-attack against Chen Ran and Diwu Zeyi.

A clone undergoing an severe identity crisis, insisting that he is Xu Lang and aware of facts that contradict the clone system's narrative.

A defiant and highly analytical clone who systematically identifies flaws in the training program and tests the rules of the environment.

The authority figure overseeing the clones. He orchestrates psychological tests, manipulates reality, and attempts to force his subjects into telling lies to execute them via the 'Liar Slayer'.

A highly analytical and defiant clone who attempts to deconstruct the 'Coach's' methods using logical deduction. He successfully realizes that the Coach is manipulating his perception and memory.

A clone singled out by Number 22 and threatened with lethal force to reveal his true identity, caught in the escalating conflict between the clones.

A clone who identifies as Chen Ran. He possesses high logical reasoning abilities and is currently caught in a cycle of deduction to avoid mental manipulation.

A clone participant who helps maintain order by restraining unstable players, acting strictly within the rules of the chamber.

A clone participant responsible for physically handling combatants or erratic individuals within the game environment.

A heavyset player who serves Diwu Zeyi. He is fearful, anxious, and constantly seeks validation to avoid lethal reprimand.

Introduced as 'Black Fatty' (黑胖), he is a fearful, anxious player serving under Diwu Zeyi. He realizes he is doomed to die in the dungeon and accepts his fate with a philosophical outlook after witnessing Chen Ran's extraordinary deduction skills.

A player who utilizes logical deduction to analyze complex inter-dimensional scenarios and understand the rules of the game 'Ghost Talk'.

An enigmatic and powerful entity known for knowledge regarding the progression of True Self skills, specifically noting the numeric power scaling that occurs at the seventh star level.

A historical figure referenced as the official who initiated the coup against Empress Wu Zetian by eliminating her favored male consorts.

The founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty, discussed by Diwu Zeyi as a strategist who navigated monetary limitations through the feudal tribute system.

An emperor of the Ming Dynasty referenced in the context of historical statecraft and economic policy.

The historical empress referred to as an example of political maneuvering; Diwu Zeyi uses her reign to explain how one can build power structures even when facing seemingly unwinnable odds.

An influential historical empress dowager, referenced as a standard for political power who chose not to claim the throne herself.

A historical empress dowager referenced alongside Lu Zhi regarding the limits and choices of female political power in ancient courts.

An ancient Chinese philosopher and statesman whose work 'Guanzi' is cited regarding economic warfare and resource control.

An outstanding two-star player participating in the dungeon event.

The twin sister of Qiu Yinong; her identity is used as a case study for Unknown Lies.

A Teddy dog that manifests within the secret room as the 'Father' figure. It possesses high-level cognitive abilities, weapons skills, and enforces lethal rules upon the players.

A powerful existence associated with advanced skills capable of manipulating complex spatial structures.

A powerful entity or class capable of constructing intricate, rule-based secret rooms and labyrinthine spaces.

A 14 or 15-year-old player, identified as at least a 6-star rank. He possesses a mischievous temperament and delights in using his overwhelming power to frighten other participants.

A player with a distinctive hairstyle who attempts to deduce the logical rules of the secret chamber. His overconfidence and questioning lead to his suspicion by other, more experienced players.

An experienced participant within the West Room who validates the deduction method regarding the secret chamber's rules.

A dedicated Liar Slayer and analytical player who relies on logic to navigate the dungeon. Despite his intellect, he struggles to overcome deeply ingrained emotional attachments that manifest as psychological traps during combat.

A manipulative player who utilizes hallucinatory skills to override the senses of his opponents. He employs recursive questioning and psychological suggestion to break the willpower of others.

An analytical and logical player encountered in the Bank branch. She is highly cautious, possesses advanced deductive skills, and is capable of using defensive strategies to verify truths.

A player who is caught in the crossfire of the various logic games and lies occurring within the bank chamber, currently under suspicion of lying.

A observant player hiding behind the crowd. She has realized that almost everyone talking is lying and is trying to navigate the complex web of deceits without exposing her own position.

Supernatural guardians present within the chamber who monitor the players' wealth and psychological status, displaying information through tall hats.

A participant in the Secret Chamber who possesses a 'Liar Slayer' firearm. He is cautious and remains silent while analyzing the behavior of other players to determine if they have used their skills.

A player who holds the Duality Distortion skill. He causes internal conflict by forcing others to accept his falsehoods as facts. He is currently living in fear that his manipulations have been exposed by Chen Ran.

A participant in the Secret Chamber who utilizes the Counter-strategy skill. She attempts to discern truth from the layer of distortions created by her fellow players.

A 3-star player who has achieved the Spirit Altar First Realm. He successfully deduces the identity of the Ghost Talker hiding in the Alliance, a discovery that results in his immediate execution.

A precocious child player, approximately eight or nine years of age, who has managed to survive the lethal mechanisms of Hell, baffling others with his survival skills.

A mysterious intermediary entity or player capable of providing information, currently observed to be in a compromised or compromised position.

A powerful and authoritative figure in Hell, capable of being summoned by high-tier players like Mei Zhixu.

A two-star Ghost Talker who possesses a Trans-Self Skill. She has a documented history of counter-killing three-star players.

A two-star Ghost Talker holding a Trans-Self Skill. Known for his combat record of defeating higher-ranked players and escaping from elite hunter squads.

A two-star Ghost Talker with a Trans-Self Skill. He is noted for his remarkable survival skills, having successfully escaped from an elite three-star hunting squad.

A fastidious, germaphobic player who maintains a refined appearance with a dapper suit and slicked-back hair. He maintains a flippant, aristocratic attitude toward his existence in Hell, viewing it as a place to enjoy life. He shares an antagonistic past with Qiu Yinong.

An individual from Lin Xuan's past, responsible for orchestrating his downfall and causing the resentment that Lin Xuan battles internally.

A 3-star Liar Slayer who utilizes Ego-tier skills, likely involving physical manifestation. He is part of the Ninth Floor Master's reserve team, specifically tasked with safeguarding Lin Xuan.

A key member of the Underworld (Difu) organization operating under a codename.

A key member of the Underworld (Difu) organization operating under a codename.

A key member of the Underworld (Difu) organization operating under a codename.

A key member of the Underworld (Difu) organization operating under a codename.

A key member of the Underworld (Difu) organization operating under a codename.

A key member of the Underworld (Difu) organization operating under a codename.

A five-star Ghost Talker and possessor of an Ego-level skill. Formerly a reserve teammate under the control of the Ghost Talker Alliance's Second Floor Master, he successfully broke free—an anomaly among survivors. He is viewed by Lin Xuan as a major threat who must be eliminated.

A handsome young player residing in room 16. He displays curiosity and unease regarding his neighbors' affairs and intercepted dossiers.

The leader of a 4-star hunting squad associated with a Floor Master, currently tasked with internal dungeon elimination.

A player with an athletic physique who is currently a primary target for Lin Xuan in the current dungeon.

A shy, cowardly participant who is notable for lacking 'Heart Cultivation', making him a particularly weak target in a high-stakes dungeon.

A middle-aged player identified by his two prominent gold teeth, representing the interests of The Underworld faction.

A reserve teammate associated with the First Floor Master, often caught in the middle of power struggles between higher-ranked players.

A youth, approximately 14 or 15 years old, identified as a strong player with a mischievous temperament. He frequently teams up with other high-ranked players to manipulate the battlefield.

A player who was a fitness blogger in life. He is a Three-Star Ghost Talker and is currently analyzing the presence of other-space duplicates within the chamber.

A character archetype within the logic puzzle scenario, described as a calculated and potentially violent individual who sets traps to commit perfect murders.

A designated entity within the logic puzzle scenario, often the target of a murder plot or a scapegoat in the narrative constructed within the Secret Chamber.

A Four-Star player who serves as a leader for her team. She becomes the primary test subject for the combined tactical trap involving the Time Wheel and No Distance skills, eventually suffering from severe mental trauma.

A teammate of Ye Qian who offers tactical insights into the chamber's rule mechanisms and scoring systems.

A mysterious, unseen entity residing within Gao Lan's consciousness, possessing superior intellect and insight but maintaining a condescending attitude toward Gao Lan's slow deductive reasoning.

A Four-Star player who attempted to approach the Short and Stout Man, only to be repelled by the Liar Slayer's protection.

A 4-star player and member of the hunting squad under the First Floor Master. He is highly superstitious about room themes, believing his name conflicts with 'Ice' themed rooms. He is analytical and observant of team dynamics.

A 3-star player and member of the 3-star hunting squad, serving specifically as a 'slave' tasked with providing lies. She is killed by Lin Xuan after a failed attempt to state a lie.

An authoritative administrative figure who assigns protection to newer or favored players like Lin Xuan.

A player identified as a potential disguise for Lin Xuan, who attempts to flee to the stairwell to avoid being caught.

A player with a nondescript appearance who proposes a strategic plan to optimize the cat players' search efficiency and memory reinforcement.

A 3-star player and an ally of Lin Xuan. He is tasked with guarding the mice on the first floor but is easily outmaneuvered by experienced players.

A clever 4-star player who devises a complex logical strategy to catch the 'mice' during the game. He shows analytical prowess, though others suspect his plans might be overly arrogant.

A four-star player assigned by the 9th Floor Master to ensure Lin Xuan's survival within the dungeon. He acts as the primary strategist for the team, orchestrating complex deductive plans.

An enigmatic and gaunt figure seen with a sniper rifle who appears to Gao Lan within a state of No Distance. He possesses intimate knowledge of high-level player skills and offers cryptic tactical advice to ensure Gao Lan's survival.

A player serving as a guard at the stairwell entrance. He wears sunglasses as a specific item and is eliminated by Chen Ran.

An experienced participant tasked with searching for other players; he is observed smoking near the elevator while monitoring the floor indicators.

A player who acts as a guard at the stairwell entrance. She possesses the ability to transform into a Teddy dog and is highly analytical.

A three-star player and teammate of Gao Lan. He is blinded by his own deductive confidence, failing to notice a disguised opponent, which leads to his downfall and elimination for lying.

A player who successfully cleared the dungeon. He was observed interacting with players disguised as others.

A mysterious, highly intelligent young man with white hair who wears a face mask. Having lost his memories, he functions as a 'reincarnator' with the ability to create multiple versions of himself to bypass game limitations. He is capable of rapid star-rank advancement and possesses profound strategic insight.

An administrative staff member of the Liar Slayer Alliance. He is responsible for processing new players, guiding them through the registration process, and directing them to the residential district.

An imposing, transcendent figure dwelling on the 10th floor of the Liar Slayer Alliance building. He wears traditional Ming-dynasty clothing and exists outside of the normal temporal flow, seemingly unaffected by the events occurring in the layer below.

A 'True Self' player and supreme leader who utilizes his skill to map and predict the thought patterns of others, effectively creating deterministic outcomes for all encounters.

A 'True Self' player and supreme leader who wields the power to manipulate reality and reinforce the constraints established by the Omniscience leader.

A police chief under the jurisdiction of the Deputy District Mayor, tasked with investigating the anomalous drugging case.

The Floor Master of the Second Floor of the Liar Slayer Alliance. He is a high-ranking combatant who can be summoned through the 'Liar Slayer' skill.

A powerful and unique boss within the simulation hierarchy, notable for being explicitly excluded from the random summoning pool of the Liar Slayer skill.

A dangerous, high-ranking participant who acts as both prey and hunter. He utilizes scripted scenarios and the 'Forbidden Book' dimensional stage to trap other players, though his plans have been countered by premeditated signals.

An iteration of the player Qiu Hua within the scripted scenario, tasked with specific lines in the 'Forbidden Book' performance.

A disguise adopted by the '5-Star Youth' to blend into the scripted performance and execute traps.

The true identity of the player known as the 'Golden-Toothed Man', currently operating under the disguise of Qiu Hua.

A persona or duplicate identified within the scripted crowd on the second floor.

Formerly identified as 'The Woman', she is a 4-star player who survived the dungeon alongside Qiu Yinong. She is distinguishable by the frying pan she carries.

A mysterious and exceedingly high-ranking figure who manipulates the power balance between alliances. Their authority is absolute, and their assertions are treated as objective truth by lower-ranking players, regardless of actual facts.

The fifth of the True Self players, identified as a remnant from centuries past. Despite the severe limitations of his skill set, he managed to survive into the current era through the aid of others, particularly by utilizing the unique effects of the Eternal Kingdom.

Supreme leaders and 'True Self' players whose combined skills allow them to map thoughts and manipulate reality to create deterministic outcomes. They are the primary threat actors in Hell.

A participant who wakes up with amnesia in a trapped apartment. He is struggling to reconcile his fractured identity with strict survival instructions found on his phone.

A retired security guard participating in the survival challenge. He possesses fragmented memories and deduces that he is a civilian based on logical analysis of rule sets. He carries an injury on his shoulder and utilizes logical reasoning to navigate the game.

A game participant identified as 'Killer B', who deduced their role through the group announcements.

A game participant identified as 'Killer C', notably characterized as possessing specific privileges within the rules.

A game participant identified as 'Killer A', who is currently a target for elimination in the progression logic.

A strategic participant attempting to initiate plot points by manipulating the environment.

A participant accused of scolding 1802 when the latter was acting drunkenly in the hallway.

A participant known for acting drunkenly in the corridor. Suspected by other participants to be one of the three murderers due to the psychological profile required for the crime.

A suspect believed to be Killer C. Their identity was partially compromised after a linguistic slip-up involving specific terminology on a property deed, which revealed they misunderstood their own identity as a tenant versus a resident.

An initial participant suspected of being Killer A due to the 'going out' action in the plot sequence.

A participant dressed in a suit who questions Wang Dazhu's health and participation status.

A participant marked by his fastidious, clean-shaven, and well-groomed appearance. He exhibits obsessive-compulsive cleaning habits, such as shielding his hands from door handles with paper. Logical deductions suggest he is currently occupying the physical body that originally belonged to the resident of Room 1806.

A pragmatic and analytical participant identified as 1805. She possesses a direct approach to game mechanics and organizing search parties, and was chosen alongside the Beautiful Woman to investigate the 1806 room.

The primary antagonist role within the game's narrative. The character occupying this role is the target for elimination by other participants.

A brooding and observant participant who displays tactical foresight. He prepares for specific maneuvers during the group's actions, demonstrating a willingness to engage in the power struggle despite his withdrawn nature.

A protective figure from the protagonist's childhood who taught him to ride a bicycle and ultimately prioritized his son's physical safety over the integrity of his bicycle.

A stern, controlling figure who pushes the protagonist to achieve academic success and makes critical life decisions for him, including his university major, under the belief that she knows what is best for her son.

A childhood friend or peer from the protagonist's village who gave advice about giving flowers to one's mother.

A mythological figure used by the protagonist as a metaphor to describe his feeling of being trapped and controlled by his mother's endless nagging and demands.

A mythological figure, here used as a metaphor for the mother's persistent, nagging, and repetitive lectures.

A participant described by the 'Beautiful Woman' as calm and rational.

A participant noted for having low presence and a tendency to lie low/avoid conflict.

The gamer handle and alliance leader persona of Qiu Hua. He commands the Wei-Wu Chronicles alliance using 'Military Power' strategies, treating members as both military assets and tools, while utilizing financial rewards to maintain high performance.

The leader of the rival Heavy Snow Dragon Cavalry alliance. Despite his confidence in his tactics, he is systematically dismantled by Di Jiang through psychological manipulation and internal sabotage.

A specific role within the game's spatial isolation scenario; he is the designated target for Killer A, positioned within the room logic to avoid an immediate encounter.

A rotational role within the game's occupancy logic, serving as the occupant who shifts into the room vacated by another participant to maintain the spatial cycle.

An aggressive player who actively tracks Chen Ran in dungeons. Chen Ran suspects he is being manipulated by the Dust Ruin God Transformation entity to either kill Chen Ran or force him into using his skills prematurely.

A four-star player whose life was spared by Chen Ran due to her teammates' sacrifice. Chen Ran views her as a significant, unpredictable threat who may carry a future betrayal or critical plot requirement within her fate.

A key individual involved in a specific incident that Chen Ran is currently investigating to uncover the machinations of higher-tier players.

A participant described as a loyal follower/minion of the Omniscience player.

One of the four reincarnated forms of the 9th True Self player.

A participant whose body currently serves as the physical vessel for the consciousness of Chen Yang.

One of the 'Ten Extremes', an esoteric cultivation technique involving the transcendence of physical form. Chen Ran suspects this entity is the orchestrator behind Han Fei's pursuit.

A player leading a five-star top-tier team, currently targeted by the protagonists.

A player who has formed a hostile rivalry with Chen Ran and his group.

A high-tier, cynical player who utilizes causal manipulation techniques. He possesses immense combat experience and can instantly reach the second realm of heart cultivation. He frequently operates in tandem with the Blonde Youth.

A close ally of Han Fei, known for providing him with strategic information and participating in cooperative actions.

A formidable player operating on the River of Time, aligned with the 5th and 9th players against the Omniscience and Omnipotence coalition.

A Nine-Star player and the former captain of Mei Zhixu during her ninth reincarnation. He is currently the target of her 'infinite pursuit'.

A mental projection appearing within Yu Xiangwan's consciousness, described as a compassionate figure bearing Buddhist spiritual effects. He attempted to teach her a 'fast-track' version of Supreme Perfect Enlightenment before being forcibly erased by an external influence.

A skilled practitioner who serves as a benchmark for psychic abilities; unlike Chen Ran, he is unable to bypass the need for eye contact when pulling targets into a mental domain.

An enigmatic and supreme entity whose emergence is considered of critical historical importance to the foundation of the current order.

The leader of one of the three top-tier five-star teams. A practitioner of Spirit Altar Second Realm Heart Cultivation who finds herself overwhelmed by the sudden disparity in power when facing Chen Ran.

The protagonist, navigating the perils of the Hell 18th Layer. He frequently employs bizarre behavior, taunts, and comedic posturing as a defense mechanism to project an image of a formidable expert while masking his underlying anxiety.

A legendary, bald superhuman figure manifested by the protagonist as a projection of power. His appearance is summoned to intimidate onlookers and serve as the protagonist's ultimate show of force.

A group of five physically imposing individuals encountered by the protagonist on the stairs. They become the primary target of his incessant taunts and performative arrogance.

A group of supporting players hired by the protagonist to provide sound effects, applause, and dramatic support for his performative acts.

A high-ranking official of the Liar Slayer Alliance who acts as the handler for the hunting squad. He serves as the primary conduit for the orders given by the supreme leaders, Omniscience and Omnipotence.

A facilitator of the mental training chamber. He serves as an architect for the scenarios designed to sharpen the players' cultivation and mental fortitude.

A one-star player who exits a dungeon only to find herself prematurely in the 18th Layer. She is spared by a high-ranking nine-star player, leaving her indebted to him.

A high-ranking official within the 9th floor of the Liar Slayer Alliance who coordinates deep-cover hunting missions and manages player dossiers.

A team member of Han Fei, experiencing significant psychological trauma due to the forced restrictions placed upon their group.

A teammate of Han Fei, restricted from advancing his star level by Han Fei's directive.

A teammate of Han Fei, currently facing the existential threat of a forced 'kill mission' dungeon.

A mysterious, transient figure who appeared briefly; he taught 'Spatial Jumping' to others and holds critical, deep-seated knowledge regarding the nature of the 18th Layer.

A courier and facilitator in the 18th Layer who provides team rosters and manages teleportation between levels for players.

An ancient supreme entity residing in the Eternal Land. They are rumored to be the guardian of 'kind souls'—those who have achieved complete 'Superego Mindset'—though access to their realm is currently blocked.

The hall manager of the Hungry Ghost Restaurant. He is a Five-Star Ghost Talker who has remained at the Five-Star rank for fifteen years. He acts as an overseer of the restaurant's enslaved staff and a point of contact for the Underworld.

The head chef of the Hungry Ghost Restaurant. He utilizes 'hunger marketing' to ensure his safety, forcing the restaurant owners to provide high-ranking protection in exchange for rare culinary creations.

An inquisitive player with a deep interest in historical studies, particularly ancient Chinese political and economic systems like the Community Granary Act. He engages in critical discourse regarding the future of the Hell ecosystem.

The supreme leader of a faction seeking to dismantle the rule of the existing 'Omniscience and Omnipotence' coalition. He is viewed as the only entity capable of bringing true peace to Hell.

A mysterious strategist embedded in Chen Ran's team. They possess the critical ability to alter the rules on the pillar, specifically intending to liberate the Death Row Inmates to cause absolute chaos in Hell.

A seven-star, half-step Superego player operating in the physical world. He monitors the incapacitated players and acts as the gatekeeper preventing their recovery by refusing to provide the 'lies' necessary for resurrection.

A high-ranking player who possesses extensive knowledge about causal skills, the dangers of numerical inflation in combat, and warns against using replicas or virtual constructs against high-tier causal powers.

An observer dwelling on the River of Time, notable for his Daoist robes. He is engaged in analyzing dungeon participants and occasionally exchanges sharp-tongued banter with other powerful observers.

A refined and highly intelligent individual residing in the void, where he engages in strategic chess games. He is deeply knowledgeable about the history of True Self players and the mechanics of the Hell ecosystem.

An analytical expert at the Liar Slayer Alliance Ancient Building. She possesses profound knowledge regarding the categorization of mental cultivation states, including先天 (Innate) and 后天 (Acquired) mindsets.

A mysterious and agile participant encountered within the 'No Distance' dungeon. He displays a mocking attitude toward the protagonist and possesses the ability to manipulate solidified weapons like arrows at will.

A chaotic, surreal combatant who mimics Chen Ran's appearance. He utilizes absurdity, slapstick comedy, and pop-culture non-sequiturs as both a psychological weapon and a defense mechanism, frustrating his opponents.

A high-level observer who watches the combat with a skeptical and unimpressed demeanor.

A high-level strategist who utilizes the 'Strategy of Flux' skill to exert control over the battlefield, manipulating the application of both friendly and enemy skills.

A projection of the 'Joy' state within the Joy, Anger, Sorrow, Happiness mental cultivation framework. It tests practitioners using unorthodox methods like firearms to see if they are worthy of further advancement.

A player who holds the 'Perfect Stillness' ability. He is generally cautious regarding the protocol of the chamber but is susceptible to the social pressures and camaraderie of the group.

A mysterious and formidable top-tier Superego player who operates as a lone wolf. He is widely considered the strongest player within the Superego state.

A puppet-like NPC serving as the dungeon master or announcer. It organizes the 'Public Judgment' trials and uses a magic wand to distribute game items, masquerading under the authority of 'Mother'.

The unseen, overarching antagonistic force of the current dungeon, invoked by the Clown as the source of authority. She appears to be the original identity of the dungeon boss.

A contact who communicates with Lin Xuan via digital messages, apparently aware of the lethal dangers surrounding him and warning him to escape.

A middle-aged man and patriarch within the residence who oversees the ritualistic preparation of human sacrifices.

A middle-aged woman within the residence who displays disturbing, cannibalistic maternal affection toward Lin Xuan.

An individual who provided Lin Xuan with information regarding how to break the sacrificial ritual, though his advice is now under heavy suspicion.

A laid-back mental projection of Lin Xuan's cultivation, prone to mocking its counterpart and offering cryptic, dangerous advice.

A student and classmate of Chen Ran in the real world, often called 'Wu the Second' (Wu Lao'er), who is part of the gaming circle in the dormitory.

A fellow university student and classmate of Chen Ran, mentioned as having returned home for the National Day holiday.

One of the 'Seven-Star Players'. He observes that the gathering of players implies they are part of a supernatural dungeon with a specific rule that prohibits lying.

One of the 'Seven-Star Players'. A pragmatist who offers logical postulations regarding the potential fate of a missing 20th participant.

A mechanical engineering professor who oversaw a university summer project involving bus lithium batteries.

A Seven-Star player who provides sophisticated analysis on dungeon mechanics, suggesting that team-based dungeons may be constructed based on the shared memories or historical relationships of the participants.

An unidentified, ruthlessly efficient individual who acts with calculated cruelty. He infiltrates the school administration to gather data on game participants and systematically eliminates observers to test the game's mechanics, despite questioning his own sudden shift toward violence and strategic intelligence.

An enigmatic and highly intelligent 'Chess Player' who operates alongside Chen Ran. He actively influences the game by selectively eliminating players to manipulate the dungeon's logic, effectively signaling his role as an 'Observer'.

A Seven-Star Player who attempts to lead the group during the riddle-solving phase in the secret chamber.

An author specializing in strategy-based literature who is part of the five-person group. He is known for using schemes and deceptive tactics to overcome opponents.

A mysterious and authoritative figure within the simulation who evaluates the intelligence and psychological state of the participants. He acts as a harsh mentor to the protagonist.

A member of the five-person group defined by his superior intellect. He lacks emotional intelligence and functions as a focal point for the logical deduction challenges.

A manifestation of the 'Sorrow' state within Chu Yun's psychological framework. It represents remnants of Chu Yun's past despair but has been 'tamed' and integrated, serving its master as a source of strength found in deep misery.

A projection of the 'Anger' state within the mental cultivation framework, already subdued by Chu Yun.

A literary figure used by Chu Yun to metaphorically represent his struggle against overwhelming odds and his attempts to challenge established routines despite the futility.

An obsessed and twisted art instructor who serves as the architect of the nursery death dungeon. Having failed to reclaim their former artistic prestige, they create macabre paintings of suffering children to satisfy a psychopathic creative impulse.

An apex predator in the zoo who guards the feeding area, showing approval or disdain for the monkeys based on their imitation of other animals.

An elegant creature that rewards monkeys only when they perfectly replicate its graceful movements.

A tall animal that places food in elevated positions, challenging the monkeys to reach it.

A creature that rewards monkeys based on the quality and dedication of their performance of playful tricks.

A dominant predator whose mere presence and roar cause all other animals to submit; it consumes the remaining food without regard for the status of others.

The central group of animals that engage in mimicry of other species to secure food, ranging in behavior from obedient imitators to aggressive opportunists.

A participant in the simulated scenario, appearing as the sibling of the body currently inhabited by Jiang Zhe.

A girl with a twin-tail hairstyle, characterized by an eyepatch covering one eye, functioning as a family member within the simulation.

A highly intelligent individual who is also entangled in the same simulated scenario as Jiang Zhe. Jiang Zhe views him as a benchmark for progression due to his high aptitude within the simulation.

A plain-looking teenager present at the dinner table during the plot simulation cycle.

An enigmatic NPC inhabiting the daughter's body within the simulation. She attempts to manipulate Jiang Zhe by claiming to be Chu Yun to trick him into 'logging off' (triggering a reset).

The father and mother figures in the simulation. They enforce specific behavioral routines, such as finishing soup, which triggers the simulation's 'save' mechanism.

A participant competing with Jiang Zhe within the game. He attempts to manipulate the loop's progression by logging off and saving his state.

The controlling parental figures within the orphanage scenario. They enforce compliance and game progression through mechanisms like forced feeding.

A rival player competing against Jiang Zhe. He occupies the body of the twin-tailed loli character, using her as his avatar within the secret chamber.

A twin-tailed loli NPC in the scenario, currently serving as the avatar for the player Pei Yun.

A member of Chu Yinian's team who has remained silent and unused his skills throughout the current challenges. His unknown ability involves a spirit virus, making him a critical component of his team's systematic configuration.

The central entity existing simultaneously in two parallel realities: as a royal prince in the Wei Dynasty and a military academy student in M Nation. He possesses a composed, authoritative demeanor and navigates political schemes with caution.

The younger brother of Yan Rushui, characterized as a debaucherous man whose suspicious visit to the Li estate involves carrying documents illicitly marked with the Mother's seal.

The niece of Yan Zhan and daughter of Yan Rushui. She is betrothed to Li Chenghuan and accompanies her uncle on a clandestine visit involving potentially treasonous items.

The Jingzhao Prefecture Governor (or Department Head) who holds significant ties to the protagonist's history. He is summoned by Li Chenghuan to account for his family members' suspicious actions.

A member of the Yan family who is present during the negotiation at the Yan Estate.

A low-ranking attendant to the Yan household members who is used as a scapegoat and threatened with physical punishment by Yan Rushui to appease Li Chenghuan.

A special supporting character included in the plot simulation rotation, serving as a specific narrative variable.

A special supporting character, prince, and student within the simulation whose academic standing is evaluated by the Emperor.

A special supporting character, prince, and student within the simulation who competes for scholastic assessment.

The Emperor of the Great Xia in the Wei Dynasty simulation and the father of the princes. In the modern university setting, this entity appears to be the equivalent of 'Mother,' the unseen authority figure.

An enigmatic and authoritative figure referred to as 'Mother' within the orphanage setting of the dungeon. She holds the power to issue binding mandates such as forced marriages, manipulating the destinies of those under her influence.

The pregnant wife of Yan Zhan. She is manipulated by Yan Rushui to perform acts of submission, such as kneeling, to gain the sympathy of the protagonist.

The mother of Yan Zhiyuan, who attempts to protect her daughter from Yan Rushui's wrath in the family estate.

A prince and a rival entity presumed to be outside the immediate vicinity, identified by Jiang Zhe as a potential instigator of the political plot.

An elderly, wise, and influential woman also referred to as the 'Old Lady' or 'Grandmother' (Gupo). She is considered the true authority and key figure in anchoring the stability of the Yan family plot.

The elderly, loyal servant and handmaiden to the Matriarch. She is responsible for executing the Matriarch's will and managing the external personnel involved in family affairs.

The formidable head of the Yan family. She orchestrates complex political maneuvers across parallel realities, willing to sacrifice her own family members' body parts and future careers to ensure the clan's overall survival and avoid total ruin.

A junior eunuch serving the Emperor, acting as a guide and messenger for Li Chenghuan within the palace.

The Chief Eunuch of the Empress's Kunming Palace; his appearance serves as a signal from the Empress to Li Chenghuan.

The foster mother of Li Chenghuan, residing in Xuanyi Palace and currently suffering from political harassment by rival harem members.

A hostile imperial consort who uses the harem's social hierarchy to bully and belittle Consort Chang.

A servant/attendant to Consort Chang who keeps her informed of the political maneuvers within the harem.

The Empress's son, currently observing art with the Emperor; he represents the power structure into which Li Chenghuan is being pressured to integrate.

The Emperor's primary eunuch and confidant. He is responsible for managing administrative affairs, enacting imperial edicts, and acting as the voice of the Emperor within the palace.

An enigmatic and ancient True Self player currently imprisoned in the Eternal Land. He is the creator of the 'Demonic Seed of Dao Heart' and maintains a cynical, mocking attitude toward the self-righteous 'True Self' players who sealed him.

A high-level True Self player who possesses 'half-finished' cultivation theories. He is willing to provide critical hints to lower-tier players, defying the consensus of his peers, which draws the scrutiny of the collective True Self players.

A clever player who uses psychological manipulation and mental-type skills to control situations. He frequently uses cigarettes and maintains a calm, analytical demeanor. He seems to have a penchant for 'loli' archetypes and enjoys playing mind games with companions.

A figure from Norse mythology depicted in an oil painting; she represents the past and the weaving of destiny.

A figure from Norse mythology depicted in an oil painting; she represents the present and the weaving of destiny.

A figure from Norse mythology depicted in an oil painting; she represents the future and the weaving of destiny.

The mythological ferryman of the dead, referenced as the entity responsible for transporting souls across the underworld sea.