Ye Chen

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Ye Chen (叶辰)
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Disciple of Laozi; eldest disciple of the Heavenly Origin Sect; former Dragon Emperor and third Imperial Emperor of the Demon Court
Occupation/Role	Cultivator, strategist, Heavenly Origin Sect leader, former Dragon Emperor
Status	Unknown; last seen being abandoned by Hongjun during Hongjun's attempted escape from the Primordial World. 419
First Appearance	Chapter 45

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Peak Taiyi Golden Immortal	65	Attempts to obtain the Innate Gourd Vine and Nine Heavens Breathing Soil to gain merit from Nuwa's future creation of humanity.
On the verge of Grand Unity Golden Immortal	69	Long Aotian offers him a Yellow Middle Plum that could immediately advance his cultivation, but Ye Chen refuses it out of suspicion.
Grand Unity Golden Immortal	73	Appears before Di Jun and Tai Yi as a Grand Unity Golden Immortal.
Mid-stage Grand Unity Golden Immortal	74	Advances after being appointed Dragon Emperor and receiving the Demon Court's destiny.
Late-stage Grand Unity Golden Immortal	88	Laozi notes his rapid advancement after Ye Chen's failed expedition with the Demon Court.
Quasi-Saint	109	Breaks through with the support of the Heavenly Dao and his cheat-like system.
Mid-stage Quasi-Saint	160	Is identified as a mid-stage Quasi-Saint while attempting to ambush Zhao Gongming and the Sanxiao.
Late-stage Quasi-Saint	196	Possesses sufficient power to control the Nine-tailed Demon Fox and interfere in mortal affairs.
Peak Quasi-Saint	255	Leads the Heavenly Origin Sect and Demon Clan forces at Lintong Pass, regarding himself as nearly invincible beneath the Saint realm.
One step from Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal	349	His accumulated cultivation is described as profound; Laozi and Yuanshi arrange cultivation in the Heavenly Dao Space.
Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal	358	Proves the Dao within the Heavenly Dao Space under Hongjun's tutelage.

Background / History

Ye Chen is Laozi's disciple and a transmigrator whose knowledge of the Primordial World's expected trajectory initially informs his pursuit of power. He privately acquires the Ancestral Dragon Pearl, gains the Four Seas Dragon Kings' recognition, and becomes the Dragon Emperor; he conceals this from even the Three Pure Ones while seeking to siphon the Demon Clan's destiny through cooperation. 73

He first pursues the Twenty-Four Sea-Calming Pearls by force, attempting to kill Zhao Gongming before Tongtian intervenes. The pearls are then taken by the Shadow Daoist, later identified as Li Xinghe's clone. 45 Ye Chen subsequently loses the opportunity to obtain the Innate Gourd Vine and Nine Heavens Breathing Soil when Li Xinghe intercepts them, deepening their rivalry. 65

After presenting the Great Zhou Heavenly Star Dou Formation to Di Jun and Tai Yi, Ye Chen is accepted as Dragon Emperor. His proposal gives the Demon Court a means to challenge its enemies, though the formation's requirements are extensive. 74 He later advocates destroying the Immortal Court, proposes a divide-and-conquer strategy, and brokers Kunpeng's betrayal in exchange for aid in seeking Hongyun's Primordial Violet Qi. 79 80

Ye Chen continues to shape the Demon Court's war preparations by providing the Heavenly Origin Star Dou Formation, an alternative star formation that does not require the Moon Star's power. He also secretly relies on Yang Mei and the Karma Demon God, though Li Xinghe exposes this reliance during the Witch-Demon conflict. 90 92

Ye Chen's confidence in his foreknowledge erodes when events diverge from his expectations, including Fuxi's establishment of the Human Religion and the Three Pure Ones' simultaneous sainthood. He tries to influence Laozi and Yuanshi into jointly founding the Heavenly Origin Sect, partly so that he can claim its eldest-disciple position. 99

After the Witch-Demon Calamity, Ye Chen withdraws Dragon Race forces from the decisive battle, limiting their losses. However, the later return of Ying Long causes Ye Chen's standing as Dragon Emperor to deteriorate, as the surviving dragons regard Ying Long as a more legitimate leader. 131 174

As the Heavenly Origin Sect's eldest disciple, Ye Chen expands its forces by recruiting the nine surviving Golden Crow princes as sect guardians, ordering Immortal Weng of the South Pole to refine cultivation pills, and accepting additional cultivators as nominal protectors. 131 132 174 He also seeks to alter the Human Race's destiny by backing Chi You of the Nine Li Tribe against the destined Human Emperor and manipulating the Western Teachings into supporting the plan. 146

Following the failure of the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation, Ye Chen remains in seclusion on Kunlun Mountain. Laozi and Yuanshi later summon him to lead Heavenly Origin Sect disciples to the Purple Heaven Palace, where he receives cultivation support and Saintly insights in preparation for the War to Conquer Heaven. 349

Ye Chen proves the Dao as a Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal in the Heavenly Dao Space. He subsequently enters the Sword Tomb ahead of the other explorers to seek the Sword of Destruction, only to be defeated and killed by Li Xinghe during their confrontation. Ye Chen later appears again among the people Hongjun takes while attempting to flee the Primordial World, but Hongjun abandons him to save himself when Li Xinghe intervenes. 358 379 381 382 419

Personality

Ye Chen is ambitious, calculating, and intensely status-conscious. He seeks authority, merit, treasures, and cultivation opportunities, often treating alliances as tools for advancing his own position. His strategies include exploiting the Demon Court's conflict with the Immortal Court, arranging Kunpeng's defection, and luring Zhao Gongming and the Sanxiao away from protected territory. 73 80 160

He is also ruthless toward potential threats. When Zhao Gongming proves difficult to deal with, Ye Chen proposes killing Nezha before the latter can join the Chan Sect; he later attempts to kill Zhao Gongming and the Sanxiao outright. 201 160 He similarly treats Randeng, Guangchengzi, and other Heavenly Origin Sect members as expendable pieces in his schemes. 160 161

Ye Chen is possessive and self-serving in his treatment of the Sanxiao. He initially attempts to recruit them for the Heavenly Origin Sect, privately considers taking Yun Xiao as his wife, and later tries to seize the sisters and Zhao Gongming by force after they reject him. 109 110 111

His arrogance repeatedly damages his standing. He arrives at the Heavenly Court demanding prestigious offices, reacts furiously when offered command of the imperial horse stable, and later flees when Li Xinghe and Haotian expose his plan. 140 161

Despite his repeated setbacks, Ye Chen remains highly confident in his destiny and system. He considers himself the Primordial World's Son of Destiny, believes the Heavenly Dao supports him, and relies on his cultivation of the Law of Strength to challenge stronger opponents. 255 381

Abilities & Skills

Cultivation

Ye Chen progresses from a peak Taiyi Golden Immortal to a Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal, cultivating a path of proving the Dao through laws rather than relying on Merit Sanctification or the Three Corpse path. 65 290 358

• His cultivation reaches mid-stage Grand Unity Golden Immortal after becoming Dragon Emperor. 74
• He advances to the Quasi-Saint realm through Heavenly Dao support and his system's advantages. 109
• He reaches the peak Quasi-Saint realm before the decisive stages of the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation. 255
• Laozi and Yuanshi regard him as the most outstanding disciple among the Three Sects' younger generation. 349
• Hongjun personally tutors him in the Heavenly Dao Space, enabling his breakthrough to Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal. 358
• He cultivates the Law of Strength and possesses an exceptionally powerful physical body, strengthened through long-term consumption of Pangu's Essence Blood. 381 382

System Abilities

Ye Chen possesses a cheat-like system that supplies cultivation opportunities, treasures, and temporary combat advantages. 109 131

• His system's exchange panel provides access to treasures, including the fragments of the Chaos Bell. 131
• He can activate a temporary absolute-defense state that renders him immune to attacks for approximately five seconds. 142
• He relies on the system's advantages to seek forced breakthroughs and to maintain confidence that he can surpass ordinary cultivators. 381

Strategic Planning

Ye Chen combines knowledge of the world's trajectory with political manipulation, sect management, and battlefield planning.

• Reveals the Great Zhou Heavenly Star Dou Formation to the Demon Court. 74
• Recommends eliminating the Immortal Court and establishing the Heavenly Court. 79
• Arranges Kunpeng's alliance with Di Jun and Tai Yi to facilitate the Immortal Court's destruction. 80
• Provides the Heavenly Origin Star Dou Formation to improve the Heavenly Court's ability to oppose the Witch Clan. 90
• Recruits and develops the nine Golden Crow princes, including a combined formation tailored to their shared bloodline. 131 255
• Uses the Western Teachings as a prospective vanguard against the Intercepting Sect. 258
• Lures Zhao Gongming and the Sanxiao out of Human Race territory in an attempted ambush. 160

Transmigrator Knowledge

Ye Chen possesses knowledge of the Primordial World's anticipated course, which he uses to pursue opportunities and influence major powers. 73 99

• His certainty declines as events increasingly depart from the trajectory he knows. 99 349
• Li Xinghe openly identifies him as a transmigrator. 161
• He uses his foreknowledge to target figures such as the Sanxiao, Nezha, Chi You, and the nine Golden Crows before their expected roles can develop beyond his control. 109 146 201 255

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Ancestral Dragon Pearl — Grants him inherited Dragon Race power and supports his recognition as Dragon Emperor. Ye Chen uses it in confrontations with Li Xinghe and against Zhao Gongming's group. 73 92 160
• Chaos Bell — Ye Chen obtains the Bell's scattered fragments through his system and later reassembles and uses the treasure in battle. Li Xinghe kills him in part to seize it. 131 294 382
• Three Treasures Jade Ruyi — Bestowed by Yuanshi Tianzun; enables Ye Chen to summon avatars of Laozi and Yuanshi in combat. 226 284
• Taiyi Fly Whisk — A magical treasure Ye Chen summons during his duel with Long Aotian. 111
• Pangu's Essence Blood — A resource Ye Chen consumes to strengthen his body and support his cultivation of the Law of Strength; it drops from him after his death. 381 382
• Yellow Middle Plum fruit — Offered by Long Aotian when Ye Chen is close to breaking through, but refused because Ye Chen suspects a scheme. 69

Relationships

• Laozi — Master; intervenes through a Taiqing avatar to stop Li Xinghe from delivering a final blow to Ye Chen. Laozi later provides Ye Chen with Saintly insights for his Dao-proving cultivation. 142 349
• Yuanshi — Co-founder of the Heavenly Origin Sect and a senior figure who supports Ye Chen's cultivation and bestows the Three Treasures Jade Ruyi upon him. Yuanshi is later slain by Tongtian in Chaos. 226 349 376
• Hongjun — A crucial backer who arranges Ye Chen's cultivation in the Heavenly Dao Space and personally tutors his Dao proving. Hongjun later abandons Ye Chen while escaping from Li Xinghe. 358 419
• Di Jun — Demon Emperor whom Ye Chen advises on the formation, the Immortal Court, and Heavenly Court strategy. 73 74 79
• Tai Yi — Eastern Emperor and fellow recipient of Ye Chen's strategic counsel. 73 74 79
• Li Xinghe / Long Aotian — Principal rival; repeatedly disrupts Ye Chen's plans, exposes his transmigrator identity, and ultimately kills Ye Chen in the Sword Tomb. 65 111 161 381 382
• Zhao Gongming and the Sanxiao — Intercepting Sect disciples targeted by Ye Chen for recruitment, capture, punishment, or death. His conduct toward them turns them decisively hostile to him. 109 110 111 160
• Kunpeng — Temporary collaborator in the plot against the Immortal Court; Ye Chen later suspects Kunpeng of exposing his plans. 80 86 277
• Haotian — Opposes Ye Chen's conduct in the Heavenly Court and protects its important figures from his schemes. 140 160 161
• Nine Golden Crow princes — Recruited by Ye Chen into the Heavenly Origin Sect after the Witch-Demon Calamity. They become a principal part of his military strength during the Investiture of the Gods conflict. 131 255
• Immortal Weng of the South Pole — A subordinate whom Ye Chen directs to refine pills and assist in strengthening the Heavenly Origin Sect's disciples. 132 174
• Ying Long — A rival source of legitimacy for the Dragon Race; Ying Long's reappearance weakens Ye Chen's prestige as Dragon Emperor. 174

Story Role / Major Arcs

Contest for Treasures and Merit

• Attempts to seize Zhao Gongming's Twenty-Four Sea-Calming Pearls and kill him. 45
• Loses the Innate Gourd Vine and Nine Heavens Breathing Soil to Li Xinghe's intervention. 65
• Refuses Long Aotian's offered Yellow Middle Plum fruit because he suspects ulterior motives. 69
• Seeks the Sanxiao's allegiance partly to deny the Intercepting Sect their future strength and treasures. 109

Dragon Emperor and Demon Court Alliance

• Uses the Ancestral Dragon Pearl and Four Seas Dragon Kings' recognition to establish himself as Dragon Emperor. 73
• Offers the Great Zhou Heavenly Star Dou Formation, earning appointment within the Demon Court. 74
• Helps engineer the campaign against the Immortal Court through Kunpeng's betrayal. 80
• Provides the Heavenly Origin Star Dou Formation as the Demon Court seeks a means to counter the Witch Clan. 90
• Withdraws Dragon Race forces from the Witch-Demon Calamity's final battle, preserving part of their strength but later losing influence to Ying Long. 131 174

Conflict with the Intercepting Sect

• Attempts to recruit the Sanxiao into the Heavenly Origin Sect, then attacks Zhao Gongming after the sisters reject him. 109 110
• Tries to take Zhao Gongming and the Sanxiao to the Heavenly Court for punishment, prompting his first direct duel with Long Aotian. 111
• Demands high office at the Heavenly Court, then clashes with Li Xinghe after being offered the post of Head of the Imperial Horse Stable. 140
• Is badly injured in the ensuing conflict before Laozi's avatar intervenes. 142
• Attempts to ambush Zhao Gongming and the Sanxiao, but abandons the confrontation when Haotian and Li Xinghe appear. 160 161

Heavenly Origin Sect Expansion and Investiture of the Gods

• Recruits the nine surviving Golden Crow princes as Heavenly Origin Sect guardians and develops their collective battle formation. 131 255
• Directs the refinement of pills to raise the sect's overall magical power and expands its ranks with nominal protectors. 132 174
• Attempts to reshape the Human Race's destiny by supporting Chi You and the Nine Li Tribe against Shennong's destined position. 146
• Plots Nezha's death after Nezha joins Zhao Gongming rather than the Heavenly Origin Sect. 201 205
• Joins the final campaign at Lintong Pass as a peak Quasi-Saint and commands a force centered on the Golden Crows and Demon Clan remnants. 255
• Breaks the Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation with assistance from Jieyin and Zhunti's avatars. 273
• Summons Laozi and Yuanshi's avatars through the Three Treasures Jade Ruyi, helping break the Myriad Immortals Formation. 284

Dao Proving and Later Confrontation

• Cultivates in the Heavenly Dao Space under Laozi, Yuanshi, and Hongjun's support after the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation. 349 358
• Proves the Dao as a Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal. 358
• Enters the Sword Tomb ahead of the other explorers, seeking the Sword of Destruction and its deeper inheritances. 379
• Confronts Li Xinghe within the Sword Tomb and reveals his cultivation of the Law of Strength. 381
• Is outclassed and killed by Li Xinghe, who takes the Chaos Bell and Pangu's Essence Blood. 382
• Later accompanies Hongjun's attempted escape from the Primordial World before Hongjun abandons him to preserve himself. 419