Fang Zheng

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Fang Zheng (方正), also known as Gu Yue Fang Zheng
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Gu Yue Clan; Immortal Crane Sect; Heavenly Court
Occupation/Role	Gu Master; Immortal Crane Sect elder; Gu Immortal; Heavenly Court combatant
Status	Alive
First Appearance	6

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Rank 1 Gu Master	6	Revealed A-grade aptitude after crossing the river in forty-three steps.
Rank 1 peak stage	78 80	Reached peak Rank 1 ahead of his peers after becoming exceptionally diligent following a poisoning ordeal.
Rank 2	83	Advanced to Rank 2 Red Iron True Essence; defeated Mo Bei and Chi Cheng in the academy tournament.
Rank 4 mid-stage	335	Became a formidable Immortal Crane Sect disciple and controlled a massive Iron Beak Flying Crane flock.
Rank 5	828	His cultivation was forcibly raised by Immortal Crane Sect immortals for the campaign against Fox Immortal Blessed Land; he was appointed a sect elder.
Rank 6 Gu Immortal	1650	Successfully underwent immortal ascension, formed an Upper Blessed Land, and refined Cold Blood Immortal Gu.

Background / History

Fang Zheng was born alongside his elder brother, Fang Yuan, in Qing Mao Mountain’s Gu Yue Clan. His A-grade aptitude made him the clan’s foremost prospect, prompting Clan Leader Gu Yue Bo to personally train him as a potential future leader. Fang Zheng, however, initially lacked the political insight Gu Yue Bo wanted him to develop and remained preoccupied with surpassing Fang Yuan. 6 63

After surviving poisoning, Fang Zheng became intensely hardworking. He was the first academy student to attain high-rank Rank 1 and later peak Rank 1 cultivation. 78 80

Under Gu Yue Bo’s instruction, Fang Zheng developed strong fundamentals in evasion, close-range pressure, and Moon Blade combat. He defeated Mo Bei and Chi Cheng in succession, using his superior true-essence reserves and an accurate reading of Chi Cheng’s weaknesses. The victories brought him public recognition and confidence. 83

His final academy match against Fang Yuan shattered that confidence. Fang Yuan read Fang Zheng’s every movement, drove him into panic, and defeated him even after Fang Zheng activated Jade Skin Gu. 84 85

After Qing Mao Mountain’s destruction, Fang Zheng entered Immortal Crane Sect. He cultivated with revenge against Fang Yuan as his central purpose, received guidance from Immortal Master Tian He through a Soul-Hosting Flea, and rose from an overlooked disciple to a Rank 4 mid-stage contender in the sect’s eight-year examination. 335

Fang Zheng commanded tens of thousands of Iron Beak Flying Cranes, led fellow elite disciples during the contest for the Fox Immortal Inheritance, and relied on Tian He’s support while climbing Soul-Shaking Mountain. 336 337 376 389

When Fang Yuan obtained Fox Immortal Blessed Land, the sect ordered Fang Zheng to restrain his revenge and potentially negotiate with his brother. The order devastated him: the blessed land, its resources, and Fang Yuan’s possessions outweighed the value of a single elite disciple in the sect’s calculations. 420

Immortal Crane Sect later elevated Fang Zheng to Rank 5 and made him an elder to support its attempt to seize Fox Immortal Blessed Land. The sect’s favor restored his sense of belonging, though he did not recognize that it followed the higher-ups’ earlier willingness to sacrifice him. 828

Fang Yuan publicly captured Fang Zheng during the Gu Refining Convention and revealed that Immortal Master Tian He had played a role in Qing Mao Mountain’s destruction. Fang Zheng rejected Fang Yuan’s offer of training and renewed his vow to kill him. 843 847

He Fengyang subsequently took Fang Zheng from Fang Yuan under Heavenly Court’s orders and executed him, leaving no body or soul behind. Fang Zheng nevertheless later reappeared in Lang Ya Blessed Land, where Fang Yuan’s will guided him through the oppression and warfare surrounding the human Gu Master. 858 1051 1085

Years of conflict in Lang Ya Blessed Land changed Fang Zheng. He came to understand that survival could require the same ruthlessness Fang Yuan had displayed, though he did not forgive his brother. 1169 1650

With Heavenly Court’s backing, Fang Zheng ascended to immortality through a Blood Dao calamity. He formed an Upper Blessed Land, gained Cold Blood Immortal Gu, and became a prominently cultivated countermeasure against Fang Yuan. 1650 1826

Appearance

As an adult, Fang Zheng is described as broad-shouldered and lean-waisted, with tiger-like eyes and a steady, refined bearing. Earlier in life, his resolute face and sunny presence sharply contrasted Fang Yuan’s colder demeanor. 83 335

• Often wears a grey robe during his later missions. 1689
• His eyes emit crimson light when using Blood Dao methods. 1689
• He manifested emerald jade light over his body while activating Jade Skin Gu. 85

Personality

Fang Zheng began as an earnest, competitive youth who deeply desired recognition and to escape Fang Yuan’s shadow. Praise after his academy victories gave him confidence, while defeat by Fang Yuan left him frightened and humiliated. 83 84

He is diligent, resilient, and capable of humility. Despite commanding a vast crane flock and defeating fellow elite disciples, he openly acknowledged his weakness in crane command and asked others to teach him. 337

His early life was driven by revenge for Qing Mao Mountain. Over time, repeated hardship, betrayal, warfare, and Fang Yuan’s indirect assistance made him more self-aware. He came to understand Fang Yuan’s survival-driven mindset without absolving him of responsibility. 420 1169 1948

By his immortal ascension, Fang Zheng understood that being used by powerful organizations could prove one’s value rather than simply be a humiliation. He became more composed, pragmatic, and aware of Heavenly Court’s purpose in supporting him. 1650

Abilities & Skills

Crane Enslavement

Fang Zheng is a Slavery Dao specialist known for commanding large flying-crane formations.

• Controlled a flock of more than ten thousand Iron Beak Flying Cranes, including Beast Kings and a Thousand Beast King. 335 336
• Used crane formations in combat and in the Immortal Crane Sect examinations. 335
• Was recognized as powerful but initially limited by imperfect flock-command ability. 337
• Saved Fairy Bi Xia through his crane-control prowess. 340

Moon Blade Combat

During his academy years, Fang Zheng employed Moonlight Gu techniques with close-range combat tactics.

• Compressed fighting distance to roughly six meters to reduce opponents’ reaction time. 83
• Combined evasive rolls, rapid advances, and Moon Blade exchanges to defeat Mo Bei. 83
• Exploited Chi Cheng’s greater true-essence consumption to undermine his morale and win. 83

Jade Skin Gu

Jade Skin Gu was Fang Zheng’s hidden defensive trump card during the academy tournament.

• Creates a translucent emerald jade-light defense around his body. 85
• Could resist Moon Blade attacks, but Fang Yuan broke through the defense with a punch. 85

Blood Dao

Following Heavenly Court’s cultivation, Fang Zheng became a Blood Dao Gu Immortal.

• Survived a Blood Dao calamity during immortal ascension. 1650
• Possesses Blood Enemy Immortal Gu and Cold Blood Immortal Gu. 1650 1689
• Created and mastered Blood Freezes, a killer move that slows, freezes, and can capture enemies alive. 1689 1836
• Developed Blood Kin Heart Enemy through the accumulated experiences of Demon Subduing List’s prior users. 1948

Painting Dao and Demon Subduing List

Fang Zheng later gained Painting Dao insight through the Evolution Great Formation.

• Learned the essence of Painting Dao. 2342
• Uses Painting Dao means through the Demon Subduing List to unleash Blood Dao killer moves. 2342
• Cooperated with Qin Dingling to operate the Demon Subduing List against Fang Yuan. 1944 1948

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Moonlight Gu — produced Moon Blades during his academy training and matches. 83
• Jade Skin Gu — concealed defensive Gu used against Fang Yuan. 85
• Soul-Hosting Flea — housed Immortal Master Tian He’s soul, allowing him to advise Fang Zheng. 337
• Iron Beak Flying Crane flock — Fang Zheng’s principal Slavery Dao force. 335 336
• Blood Enemy Immortal Gu — one of his Blood Dao Immortal Gu. 1650 1689
• Cold Blood Immortal Gu — refined during his immortal ascension. 1650
• Demon Subduing List — Rank 8 Immortal Gu House used in his later conflict with Fang Yuan. 1944 1948

Relationships

• Fang Yuan — elder brother, rival, and enduring source of trauma. Fang Zheng sought revenge for Qing Mao Mountain, later came to understand but not forgive him, and ultimately fought him as part of Heavenly Court’s forces. 84 420 1169 1948
• Gu Yue Bo — Gu Yue Clan Leader and early mentor. He personally trained Fang Zheng in combat and intended to cultivate him into a future clan leader. 63 83
• Immortal Master Tian He — mentor whose soul resided in Fang Zheng’s Soul-Hosting Flea. Tian He guided Fang Zheng’s cultivation but also hoped to seize his body. 335 670 828
• He Fengyang — Immortal Crane Sect leader who oversaw Fang Zheng’s use in the campaign against Fox Immortal Blessed Land and later executed him under Heavenly Court’s orders. 670 858
• Zhao Lianyun — Spirit Affinity Fairy and later ally. She guarded Fang Zheng during missions, provided opportunities to practice Blood Freezes, and shared a mutual understanding of being used by larger powers. 1689 1836
• Qin Dingling — Heavenly Court ally who amplified Fang Zheng’s killer move and helped operate Demon Subduing List against Fang Yuan. 1944 1948
• Fan Xiliu — Rank 6 Immortal Crane Sect Gu Immortal assigned to protect Fang Zheng during his ascension tribulation. 1650
• Sun Yuanhua — Immortal Crane Sect genius and Fang Zheng’s opponent in the eight-year mid-term examination finals. 335

Story Role / Major Arcs

Gu Yue Clan Academy

Fang Zheng’s A-grade aptitude establishes him as the Gu Yue Clan’s great hope. He rises quickly under Gu Yue Bo’s tutelage, defeats Mo Bei and Chi Cheng, then loses decisively to Fang Yuan. 6 83 85

Immortal Crane Sect Disciple

After Qing Mao Mountain, Fang Zheng becomes an Immortal Crane Sect disciple. He develops crane enslavement, gains elite status, and becomes a major contender for the Fox Immortal Inheritance. 335 337 367

Fox Immortal Blessed Land Conflict

Fang Zheng confronts the reality that Fang Yuan has become the master of Fox Immortal Blessed Land. The sect treats him as both a weapon and a bargaining piece in its effort to reclaim the land. 420 670 700

Public Capture and Execution

Fang Yuan captures Fang Zheng at the Gu Refining Convention and attempts to recruit him. Fang Zheng refuses, after which He Fengyang takes custody of him and executes him on Heavenly Court’s orders. 843 847 858

Lang Ya Blessed Land

Fang Zheng later survives among the Hairy Folk of Lang Ya Blessed Land, where he endures discrimination, political manipulation, and constant warfare. Fang Yuan’s will intermittently guides him, gradually changing Fang Zheng’s understanding of his brother. 1051 1085 1169

Heavenly Court’s Blood Dao Asset

Heavenly Court supports Fang Zheng’s ascent to Rank 6 and supplies him with Blood Dao methods. He becomes an important countermeasure against Fang Yuan, fighting through Demon Subduing List and developing Blood Kin Heart Enemy. 1650 1826 1948

Trivia

• Fang Zheng’s A-grade aptitude was revealed by taking forty-three steps across the river during the awakening ceremony. 6
• He was once considered a possible answer to Bai Ning Bing’s threat within the Gu Yue Clan. 83
• His cultivation was raised to Rank 5 by Immortal Crane Sect immortals, rather than solely through his own progress. 828
• Heavenly Court regarded Fang Zheng as an obstacle created by Heaven’s will to restrain Fang Yuan. 1553 1826