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The Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation

魔道祖师

Translated by Tomas Ferro

An icily aloof immortal lord and the world's most disreputable patriarch — oi, hands to yourself.

45 Chapters

Ongoing Status

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Synopsis

In his past life Wei Wuxian was cursed by ten thousand mouths, his name dragged through the filth. The shidi he had loved as his own blood led men to storm his last stronghold; after a lifetime of striding unchecked across the world, he died without so much as a whole corpse to bury.

The founder of demonic cultivation who once raised storms of blood and slaughter was reborn as a... half-wit. And a cut-sleeve half-wit at that — the sort the whole world itches to beat on sight.

To my eye the lot of you are sick in the head; and I expect, to your eye, I look much the same.

But I walk the ghostly path, not the immortal one. Be you a thousand armies and ten thousand horses, tyrants of the ten directions, wandering heroes of the nine provinces, or a flower blooming untouchable on the highest peak — once you are reduced to a single fistful of yellow earth, I gather you all beneath my banner, to wield as I please and to drive at my command.

Lan Wangji (top) × Wei Wuxian (bottom)

A noble, coldly radiant, quietly smouldering top × a bewitchingly wicked, brazenly unruly, shameless little flirt of a bottom.

Sets out to tease, and ends up getting [beep—]'d instead.

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● 1V1, told from the bottom protagonist's side, happy ending.

● A dual timeline of past life and present, where the two husbands solve mysteries, fight monsters, and knock some sense into the youngsters.

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Chapters

45chapters

01First Rebirth 02The Reckless One, Part Two 03Reckless Wildness 04Unbridled, Part Two 05Chapter 5 06Pride, Part Three 07Arrogance—Part Three 08Arrogance, Part Three 09Arrogance 10Pride, Part Three 11Elegant Disturbance, Part Four 12Elegant Commotion IV: 2 13Elegant Flirtation 14Elegant Mischief, Part Four 15Elegant and Seductive 16Elegant Depravity 17Elegant Teasing 18Elegant Unrestraint 19Sunny, Part Five 20Yangyang the Fifth 21Yangyang Fifth 22Yangyang the Fifth 23Sinister, Part Six 24Dark Ferocity 25Sinister 27Sinister 28Morning Dew 29Morning Dew 30Morning Dew 31Morning Dew, Seventh 32Morning Dew 33The Eighth: Grass and Trees 36Flora 37Grass and Trees, Part Eight 5 38Grasses and Trees, Part Eight 39Grasses and Trees 41Plants and Trees, Part Eight 9 42Grass and Trees, Part Eight (10)43The Good Companion 44The Ninth Companion 45The Handsome Companion, Part Nine: 3 46The Sly Youth 48The Wily Boy 49Cunning Youth, Part Ten 51Absolute Courage

Main characters

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Wei Wuxian

魏无羡

Lead Male

Evidence is limited; based on his role, once carefree and unrestrained, now somber and restrained after a drastic change, yet still sharp-edged.

Appearance: In youth, spirited and strikingly handsome; now shrouded in a cold, gloomy aura, appearing even more grim when confronting Wen Chao and Wen Zhuliu.
Personality: Evidence is limited; based on his role, once carefree and unrestrained, now somber and restrained after a drastic change, yet still sharp-edged.
Motivation: Confronting Wen Chao and Wen Zhuliu; presumably seeking revenge or stopping their atrocities, protecting those important to him.
Story arc: Transforms from a spirited youth into the gloomy and cold Yiling Patriarch, with both personality and appearance altered after a major upheaval.
Background: Formerly the senior disciple of the Yunmeng Jiang clan; later became the Yiling Patriarch, also known as Young Master Mo; now opposes the Wen sect.
Voice: Evidence is limited; based on his role, once spoke with lighthearted wit, now speaks tersely and coldly, occasionally with sarcasm.

Lan Wangji

蓝忘机

Supporting Male

Evidence is limited; based on his identity as a disciple of the Gusu Lan Sect, he is calm, restrained, strictly adheres to rules, and rarely shows emotions.

Appearance: Clad in white robes like snow, with a forehead ribbon, handsome and cold features, an ethereal demeanor.
Personality: Evidence is limited; based on his identity as a disciple of the Gusu Lan Sect, he is calm, restrained, strictly adheres to rules, and rarely shows emotions.
Motivation: Uphold the reputation and rules of the Gusu Lan Sect, and attempt to guide Wei Wuxian back to the righteous path.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his role, he gradually confronts the conflict between inner feelings and principles through his complex relationship with Wei Wuxian.
Background: Second young master of the Gusu Lan Sect, known as Hanguang-Jun, raised under strict family discipline with profound cultivation.
Voice: Speaks concisely with a cold tone, often uses short sentences, and dislikes unnecessary words.

Jiang Cheng

江澄

Supporting Male

Evidence is limited; based on his character, he is upright and strict, but harbors deep affection for Wei Wuxian, showing joy at their reunion.

Appearance: Evidence is limited; based on his role as a sect leader, often wears purple Yunmeng Jiang clan robes, with a stern face and imposing presence.
Personality: Evidence is limited; based on his character, he is upright and strict, but harbors deep affection for Wei Wuxian, showing joy at their reunion.
Motivation: Evidence is limited; based on his role as a sect leader, he aims to uphold the reputation and stability of Yunmeng Jiang, while also caring for Wei Wuxian's safety.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his situation, he transitions from shock at Wei Wuxian's return to gradual acceptance, potentially adjusting emotionally and in terms of duty.
Background: Sect leader of Yunmeng Jiang, senior disciple of Wei Wuxian, acquainted with Lan Wangji, from a cultivation clan, in charge of the sect.
Voice: Evidence is limited; based on his personality, he speaks directly and concisely, sometimes with a sarcastic or stern tone.

Jin Ling

金凌

Supporting Male

Evidence is limited; based on his journey with Wei Wuxian, he is cautious and somewhat nervous when facing danger.

Appearance: Evidence is limited; based on his status as a disciple of the Lanling Jin sect, he wears luxurious robes with the Jin clan emblem and has a refined appearance.
Personality: Evidence is limited; based on his journey with Wei Wuxian, he is cautious and somewhat nervous when facing danger.
Motivation: Evidence is limited; based on his supporting role, his primary motivation is to fulfill clan duties or ensure his own safety.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his near-death experience with the soul-devouring celestial maiden, this incident may make him more cautious on his cultivation path.
Background: A disciple of the Lanling Jin sect, born into a prominent cultivation family with vast influence, though his exact status is unclear.
Voice: Evidence is limited; based on his identity as a young disciple, he speaks respectfully and politely, with a tone of reverence.

Lan Xichen

蓝曦臣

Supporting Male

Evidence is limited; based on his role as one of the Three Zun, he is inferred to be gentle and magnanimous, thorough and courteous in dealings, embodying the manner of a nobleman.

Appearance: Evidence is limited; based on his title 'Zewu-jun', he is inferred to have refined features, a gentle temperament, and often wears plain elegant robes, giving an impression of a jade-like gentleman.
Personality: Evidence is limited; based on his role as one of the Three Zun, he is inferred to be gentle and magnanimous, thorough and courteous in dealings, embodying the manner of a nobleman.
Motivation: Evidence is limited; based on his identity, his core motivation is inferred to be upholding the reputation of the Lan clan and the sworn brotherhood among the Three Zun.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his situation, he is inferred to have experienced changes among his sworn brothers after the Sunshot Campaign, though the specific arc is unclear.
Background: Leader of the Gusu Lan clan, titled Zewu-jun; during the Sunshot Campaign he formed a sworn brotherhood with Jin Guangyao and Nie Mingjue, becoming one of the Three Zun.
Voice: Evidence is limited; based on his gentle nature, his speech is inferred to be mild and refined, rarely harsh or severe.

Xue Yang

薛洋

Supporting Male

Sinister and cunning, skilled in disguise, ruthless, and vengeful.

Appearance: Appears as a youth, often smiling, but his eyes reveal a cold and cunning nature.
Personality: Sinister and cunning, skilled in disguise, ruthless, and vengeful.
Motivation: To get close to Xiao Xingchen, seeking revenge or fulfilling his hidden agenda.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his infiltration of Xiao Xingchen under a false identity, he may gradually reveal his true nature or become entangled in deeper conflicts.
Background: Background unclear; once had a conflict with Xiao Xingchen, then disguised himself to infiltrate his circle.
Voice: Speaks with a smile, tone light or sweet, often feigning innocence while hiding malice.

Nie Mingjue

聂明玦

Supporting Male

Decisive and resolute, straightforward in character, with a strong sense of justice and a reputation for authority among the clans.

Appearance: Tall and sturdy, often in martial attire, with a stern face and sharp eyes, exuding an imposing presence.
Personality: Decisive and resolute, straightforward in character, with a strong sense of justice and a reputation for authority among the clans.
Motivation: Uphold the prestige and order of the Qinghe Nie clan, eliminate evil, and solidify his standing in the cultivation world.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his role as clan leader, he gradually faces more complex challenges in balancing power and responsibility.
Background: Clan leader of the Qinghe Nie, known as the Red Blade Lord; born into a cultivation family, trained in martial arts from a young age, and commands respect among the clans.
Voice: Direct and authoritative in speech, with little idle talk; often uses commands or assertions to state his position.

A Qing

阿箐

Supporting Female

Clever and cunning, skilled at pretending to be blind while actually observant.

Appearance: Born with white pupils, eyes appear white; often wears tattered clothes, wandering the streets.
Personality: Clever and cunning, skilled at pretending to be blind while actually observant.
Motivation: Survive in a chaotic world; later seeks protection and belonging by following Xiao Xingchen.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on her role, evolves from a wandering blind girl to a companion of Xiao Xingchen, learning trust and responsibility.
Background: A blind girl from birth, wandered the streets, later taken in by Xiao Xingchen.
Voice: Quick-witted in speech, often with a hint of slyness; sometimes feigns ignorance.

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Tomas Ferro

I translate slowly because the rhythm has to land or I can't let it go. Classical philology trained my ear; danmei kept me up all night. Based in Coimbra, working on the next chapter.

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Original title: 魔道祖师
Status: Ongoing
Translator: Tomas Ferro
Language: Chinese → English

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