Zhao Ming

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Zhao Ming (赵明)
Alias(es)	Lord Zhao Ming; Master; Heaven's Mandate Emperor 388 398 547
Species/Race	Ancient Immortal Bird / Five Million Year Fierce Beast capable of assuming human form 361 398
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Shrek Academy; Four Great Clans; Heaven's Mandate Empire; Soul Beast forces of Star Dou Forest and the Extreme North 351 398 459
Occupation/Role	Soul Master; leader of the Four Great Clans; ruler behind the Heaven's Mandate Empire; Emperor God's inheritor and later Emperor God 351 359 557
Status	Alive; attained Emperor Godhood 557

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Soul Emperor-class combat strength	108	Defeated Soul Emperor Li Yusong using the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well and black-flame-enhanced physical power; he did not use his domain. 108
Level 39	156	Revealed his cultivation level and displayed a Million-Year, or “God’s,” Soul Ring. 156
“Youngest Spirit Douluo” designation	177	Zhao Ming and Ning Rongrong were described as the youngest Spirit Douluo; the Undying Dark Garb further raised Zhao Ming toward Soul Douluo-class strength. 177
Level 40	188	At age twelve, he stated that he had reached level 40 and possessed strength comparable to a Soul Emperor. 188
Level 43 Soul Ancestor	203	Absorbed the Hundred Thousand Year Black Dragon Right Arm Bone and gained Dragon King Claw and Black Dragon Sword. 203
Level 47 Soul Ancestor	284	Absorbed the Five Million Year Ancient Immortal Bird Torso Bone and obtained four additional Spirit Bone skills. 284
Titled Douluo-class combat strength	364–365	Blocked Sword Douluo’s attacks, including Myriad Swords Returning to the Origin, with Spirit Bone skills; Sword Douluo acknowledged his victory. 364 365
Level 99 Titled Douluo	547	Reached Level 99 before battling the Asura God. 547
Emperor God	557	Achieved Emperor Godhood; his two golden and seven red Soul Rings ascended into golden Million-Year Soul Rings. 557

Background and History

Zhao Ming identifies himself as a transmigrator aided by a system. On his first day in Douluo Continent, he descended into Star Dou Forest and encountered Hu Liena; six years later, he still regarded her as the first girl to make his heart race. 108 390

He entered Shrek Academy with exceptional talent and rapidly outgrew its instructors’ expectations. His victory over Li Yusong led Zhao Wuji to entrust him with leading the students into Star Dou Forest for Oscar’s third Soul Ring. 108

Dragon Duke’s reading of Zhao Ming’s fate revealed an Emperor’s Physiognomy, indicating that he could one day proclaim himself emperor, though the reading could not guarantee that future. The backlash from examining Zhao Ming’s physiognomy caused Dragon Duke’s cultivation to regress. 123

Zhao Ming’s later identity as an ancient Soul Beast was revealed in the Extreme North. Bi Ji identified him as a reborn Five Million Year Fierce Beast and ancient Soul Beast overlord, whose bloodline surpassed that of the region’s rulers. 398

Appearance

In human form, Zhao Ming is most visibly distinguished by black Wings of Immortality and dark battle armor. After attaining Emperor Godhood, he wears black robes marked with profound patterns and a crown holding back his long black hair. 149 364 557

• Wings of Immortality — black wings integrated into his body, used for sustained flight without consuming Soul Power. 149
• Undying Dark Garb — black battle armor that radiates powerful energy when summoned. 364
• Beast Form — a massive black Ancient Immortal Bird approximately thirty zhang long, radiating savage ancient pressure. 361
• Emperor God manifestation — an imperial aura powerful enough to force people across Heaven Dou City to prostrate themselves. 359 360

Personality

Zhao Ming is composed and self-assured in battle. After defeating Li Yusong, he remained calm, avoided exposing all of his abilities, and credited his teachers rather than boasting about the victory. 108

He is protective toward those close to him, repeatedly intervening to save allies such as Meng Yiran, Ye Lingling, and Shui Bing’er. He also advocates a future in which humans and Soul Beasts can become companions rather than mortal enemies. 151 387 424

His ambition is equally defining. Zhao Ming openly seeks to unify Douluo Continent, command its human and Soul Beast factions, and eventually rule the God Realm and beyond. He is willing to manipulate rivals and political structures to achieve this goal. 177 283 365 504

Abilities & Skills

Ancient Immortal Bird Martial Soul

Zhao Ming’s primary Martial Soul is the Ancient Immortal Bird, a black-flame-covered avian Martial Soul with an ancient and sinister aura. 156

• Its primordial bloodline suppresses Soul Beasts and induces fear or submission in those with weaker bloodlines. 361 398 424
• His first Soul Ring was bestowed by Sky Dream Ice Silkworm and is a Million-Year Soul Ring. 108
• He can manifest Wings of Immortality for high-speed aerial combat and travel. 107 149
• He can transform between human and Ancient Immortal Bird forms after breaking his bloodline shackles. 361

Ice and Fire Techniques

Zhao Ming’s early Ancient Immortal Bird Soul Skills center on opposing ice and fire attributes. 107

• Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well — fires a black-and-white beam of energy; it broke Li Yusong’s defense and enabled Zhao Ming’s decisive victory. 108
• Ice and Fire Bipolar Domain — a domain-type Soul Skill that strengthens the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well; Zhao Ming withheld it during his spar with Li Yusong. 108
• Cultivation at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, aided by Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass and Infernal Delicate Apricot, strengthened his body and ice-fire cycle. 229

Spirit Bone Skills

Zhao Ming possesses multiple top-tier Spirit Bones, each exceeding Hundred Thousand Years in age. 365

• Dark Golden Dreadclaw / Dark Golden Divine Palm — skills from the Hundred Thousand Year Dark Golden Dreadclaw Bear Right Palm Bone; strong enough to repel a Titled Douluo in a direct clash. 375
• Dragon King Claw — gained from the Hundred Thousand Year Black Dragon Right Arm Bone. 203
• Black Dragon Sword — a black longsword Spirit Bone skill carrying the power of a Hundred Thousand Year Fierce Beast; it can contend with Sword Douluo’s sword aura. 203 364
• Ancient Immortal Bird Torso Bone skills — four skills acquired after absorbing the Five Million Year torso bone. One defensive skill formed a black barrier that swallowed Myriad Swords Returning to the Origin. 284 364
• Titan Snow Demon King Left Arm Bone — absorbed after Snow Empress and Ice Empress submitted to him. 398

Emperor God Domain

Zhao Ming fused with the Emperor God Domain and became the Emperor God’s inheritor. His ultimate goal was to unify the continent and complete his path to supreme Emperor Godhood. 359 360

• Releases imperial pressure across vast distances, compelling widespread submission. 359 360
• Allows him to impose overwhelming imperial will directly upon opponents’ minds. 424
• Used against Han Cheng, the domain destroyed Han Cheng’s soul. 424
• Its awakening strengthened Zhao Ming’s Puppets and designated Flame Spirit Princess, Tu Shan Ya Ya, and Medusa as Emperor Consorts. 359 360

Undying Power and Physical Cultivation

Zhao Ming’s body and Soul Power far exceed his stated cultivation realm. 369 424

• Undying Dark Garb — battle armor acquired through the system; its finishing move, Dark Sun Flare, drains moisture and can cause death. 177
• Undying Soul Power — possesses life-generating healing properties capable of restoring severe injuries, as demonstrated when he treated Ice Empress. 514
• Body Refining Technique — contributes to his extraordinary physical strength and ability to fight far above his Soul Power rank. 369
• Soul Refining Technique — demonstrated publicly while at level 39. 156

Soul Spirit Creation

Zhao Ming can create Soul Spirits capable of independently using Soul Skills. Qian Daoliu regarded this ability and Zhao Ming’s understanding of Martial Souls as beyond the continent’s established experts. 456

Qin Skill

Zhao Ming is an accomplished qin player despite having no prior practical experience before receiving the system’s instruction. 320

• Performed Left Hand Points to the Moon at a grandmaster-like level. 320
• Can blend Soul Power into music to strengthen its impact. 320

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Undying Dark Garb — renamed from the Blaze Dark Garb; grants major combat enhancement and the Dark Sun Flare finishing move. 177
• Simulation Cloak — can imitate selected auras, allowing Zhao Ming to conceal or exaggerate his apparent cultivation. 409 426
• Vast Sea Universe Cover — obtained from the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace; identified as the core of the Sea God Trident. 427
• Storage Soul Tool — used to carry cultivation techniques, Spirit Bones, medicinal herbs, and other supplies. 375
• Four top-tier Spirit Bones — his known collection includes the Dark Golden Dreadclaw Bear Right Palm Bone, Black Dragon Right Arm Bone, Ancient Immortal Bird Torso Bone, and Titan Snow Demon King Left Arm Bone. 203 284 365 398

Relationships

Romantic Partners and Consorts

• Xiao Wu — long-time partner with whom Zhao Ming reaffirmed his bond; she fears losing him and openly expresses her love. 147
• Zhu Zhuqing — romantic partner; Zhao Ming promised to protect her and pursued political control of Star Luo partly to secure her future. 151 177
• Ning Rongrong — fiancée who encourages his battles and intends to cultivate further to support him. 364 365
• Hu Liena — Zhao Ming’s first major crush in Douluo Continent; they acknowledge mutual feelings, and he declares his intent to marry her. 108 375
• Meng Yiran — pursues Zhao Ming after Dragon Duke’s final wish; their affection deepens after spending time together. 123 284
• Liu Erlong — calls herself Zhao Ming’s wife after their relationship becomes intimate. 333
• Tang Yuehua — Zhao Ming’s Moonlight Pavilion teacher and later partner; her association helps him gain the Four Great Clans’ acceptance. 317 341 342
• Zhu Zhuyun — Empress of the Star Luo Empire; Zhao Ming promises a grand wedding for her and Zhu Zhuqing. 384
• Qian Renxue — Zhao Ming’s fiancée; their engagement links Spirit Hall and the Heaven’s Mandate Empire. 459
• Yun Yun — Puppet who awakens as Zhao Ming’s consort after his Emperor God Domain fusion. 359 360
• Bi Ji — Fierce Beast ally who identifies herself as Zhao Ming’s wife and openly supports his rule over Soul Beasts. 398
• Wang Qiu’er — the human-form Emperor Auspicious Beast; expresses affection for Zhao Ming. 442

Allies and Subordinates

• Zi Ji — Hell Demonic Dragon and battle-oriented Fierce Beast who serves as Zhao Ming’s protector. 176 360
• Snow Empress and Ice Empress — rulers of the Extreme North who submit to Zhao Ming as Master after recognizing his bloodline and strength. 398
• The Four Great Clans — swear loyalty to Zhao Ming after he subdues them and offers protection and Spirit Bone rewards. 351
• Sword Douluo (Chen Xin) — initially tests Zhao Ming in battle, then acknowledges his strength and treats him with greater respect. 364 365
• Tang San — rival repeatedly humiliated by Zhao Ming’s rise; Zhao Ming usurps Tang San’s influence over the Four Great Clans. 283 351

Story Role / Major Arcs

Shrek Academy Rise

Zhao Ming establishes himself as Shrek Academy’s standout student by defeating Li Yusong, a Soul Emperor, and leading students into Star Dou Forest. 108

During the forest expedition, he gains the favor of the Auspicious Beast through kindness, intimidates the Fierce Beasts with his Five Million Year Spirit Bone, and receives Attribute Alignment and Memory Sharing with the Auspicious Beast. 139 147

Star Luo and the Four Great Clans

Zhao Ming pursues control over Star Luo through the Zhu family while winning the Four Great Clans from Tang San’s influence. He becomes their Master and offers Spirit Bones to motivate their strongest disciples. 177 351

Zhu Zhuyun’s coronation as Star Luo Empress removes the Dai family from power and gives Zhao Ming decisive influence over the empire. 384

Emperor God Inheritance

By fusing with the Emperor God Domain, Zhao Ming becomes the Emperor God’s inheritor. The event sends imperial pressure across Heaven Dou City and prompts major factions, including Spirit Hall, to investigate him. 359 360

The fusion also restores his ability to transform into the Ancient Immortal Bird, reinforcing his position among Soul Beasts. 361

Master of the Extreme North

Zhao Ming enters the Extreme North, gains Snow Empress and Ice Empress’s submission, and is revealed as a reborn ancient Soul Beast overlord. 398

He later assists Snow Empress through her Heavenly Tribulation, earns the Fierce Beasts’ wholehearted homage, and states his intention to unify the continent and become a god. 406

Continental Unification

Zhao Ming protects Shrek Academy during the Heaven Dou military assault, annihilating attacking Soul Masters and killing Han Cheng through the Emperor God Domain. 424 425

Following the collapse of Heaven Dou resistance and Star Luo’s subordination, he becomes the central power behind the Heaven’s Mandate Empire; the continent is framed as divided primarily between Zhao Ming’s faction and Spirit Hall. 428 459

Godhood

After reaching Level 99 and confronting the Asura God, Zhao Ming inherits Asura God power and sends it to Bibi Dong, strengthening her. 549

He ultimately completes the system’s final check-in and ascends as the Emperor God. 557