Jiang Chuan

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Jiang Chuan (江川)
Alias(es)	Patriarch Jiang; Heavenly Emperor Jiang; King Jiang; “divine monk”
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Formerly Bodhi Temple; Biluo Heaven’s true successor; Patriarch of the Seven Kill Demonic Sect
Occupation/Role	Cultivator; formation master; sword cultivator
Status	Alive
First Appearance	4

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Second Realm, Fourth Level	4	Broke through after returning to Bodhi Temple.
Third Realm: Soul Refining	17	Advanced after receiving the Jadeite Saber and comprehending the Treasured Mountain Seal.
Third Realm, Ninth Level	31	Recovered from Ji Yuansheng’s lightning attack, evolved his first formation, and reached the realm’s ninth level; physical strength reached 60,000 jin.
Peak Third Realm	55	Reached nearly 90,000 jin, comparable to the combined strength of three peak Third Realm cultivators.
Late-stage Supreme Yang Realm	101	Refined the Kirin Purple Qi Pill; strength rose to 180,000 jin and he cultivated Myriad Transformations Divine Light.
Fifth Realm, Sixth and Ninth Levels	151	During two years of secluded cultivation, comprehended Dao Severing, advanced twice, and mastered 33 divine abilities.
Fifth Realm, Seventh and Ninth Layers	214	Cultivated the Demon Race Control Seal and Ghost Control Seal to Great Accomplishment; unified six seal techniques.
Sixth Realm, Ninth Layer	216	Condensed a Golden Core from 81 divine abilities and began preparing for the Seventh Realm.
Eighth Realm, Ninth Layer	341	Passed tribulation with assistance from the Immortal Slaying Alliance and consolidated his cultivation before the Feixian Land campaign.
Eleventh Realm, Fourth Layer	397	His true realm while fighting Immortal King Jingxian at equal cultivation; his Time-and-Space comprehension was higher than his realm.

Background

Jiang Chuan entered the Warrior Monk Institute after placing 198th in Bodhi Temple’s assessment. Early in his cultivation, he traveled to the East Sea seeking information on Ji Xinyu, attempted to purchase intelligence from the Heavenly Dao Pavilion, and planned to sell a Qingyuan Realm Fairy Directory for funds. Elder Jingyun recognized his talent despite his poor assessment ranking. 4

As a Bodhi Temple disciple, Jiang Chuan formed a unique contract with the Great Sun Divine Bell—the only such contract in the temple’s recorded history. He later left the temple’s orthodox path, inherited the Dark Universe Demonic Venerable’s legacy, and developed formidable demonic arts, though he repeatedly rejected the label of “demonic cultivator.” 135 158 181

His connection to the Jiang family of Taicang was strained. Jiang Wenyuan was identified as his father, but Jiang Chuan had few memories of the family and refused to regard himself as a member. His search for Jiang Yingyue revealed that she was not his blood sister; they later acknowledged one another as senior sister and junior brother through their shared link to the Candle Illumination Immortal Codex. 167 168 270

Appearance

Jiang Chuan is repeatedly described as a handsome, tall young man with a commanding presence. At the Jiang Residence, his bearing was compared to that of a youthful deity walking out of the river of time. 167

• Black hair, often falling loosely over his shoulders. 167
• Usually carries a sword, including the Biluo Sword in later battles. 218
• Wore the Jiangshan Dao Yi, whose mountain-and-river motifs enhanced his imposing demeanor. 167
• Possesses a powerful, highly trained physique described as resembling divine metal tempered a thousand times. 244
• His demonic aura, when released, has been compared to a peerless demon king descending from the heavens. 135

Personality

Jiang Chuan is confident, calculating, and frequently irreverent toward authority. He uses information, simulations, formations, and tactical retreats rather than relying only on direct force. When overwhelmed, he is willing to withdraw and return better prepared, as shown during his escape from Ji Yanran and his retreat from Hundred Aspects City. 80 205

Despite his arrogance and habit of calling himself “Patriarch Jiang” or comparing himself to historic supreme figures, he does not consider himself indiscriminately violent. He avoids unnecessary fights when possible, but responds decisively when threatened. 168 292

He is fiercely driven by the need for greater strength, especially after encountering opponents beyond his current level. His concern for allies and willingness to confront wider threats coexist with his opportunism, greed for treasures, and tendency to provoke others through blunt remarks. 213 313

Abilities & Skills

Formation Mastery

Jiang Chuan can manifest and control powerful formations with exceptional speed and precision.

• Instantly deployed three Grand Formations—Heaven Punishing Evil, Golden Blade Spring Rain, and Mysterious Nether Silver Wind—to trap Que Jinling. 32
• Uses the Autumn Wind Winter Rain Formation in battles against Maha Hall cultivators and Ji Yanran. 67 98
• Created invisibility formations through Star Spirit Myriad Transformations Light. 213
• Uses formations to compensate for realm disadvantages and control battlefields. 98 104

Swordsmanship

His swordsmanship developed from a major combat discipline into one of his defining strengths.

• Uses the Primordial Sword Art, capable of releasing vast numbers of sword energies. 86
• Studied the Yaoguang Divine Control Sword Art for three months in Ziwei Star City. 59
• Created the divine ability Cloud Severing Azure Sky after observing clouds split the sky. 161
• Fought and defeated Immortal King Jingxian at equal realm using techniques including Divine Fall Seal and the Path of Time. 397

Treasured Mountain Seal

A major early divine ability that allows Jiang Chuan to borrow the power of the Vast Sky Great Seal.

• Used it to defeat Qu Changhe and overcome opponents at or above his realm. 20 48
• Can turn a punch into an overwhelming manifestation of the boundless firmament. 48
• Connected his divine sense to Treasure Mountain while seeking the Rabbit and Future Star Venerable Buddha’s legacy. 265

Seal Techniques

Jiang Chuan accumulated and unified multiple seal arts into an increasingly versatile combat system.

• Cultivated six major seal techniques, including the Demon Race Control Seal and Ghost Control Seal. 214
• Used the Three Treasures Evil Slaying Seal in high-level battles and during tribulation. 387 416
• Combined six seal techniques against Wei Wuyan, though the latter matched them with a single punch. 222
• Comprehended Dao Severing after being bisected by Shen Qianyue’s attack. 151

World Power and Chaos

Jiang Chuan can manifest worlds, borrow their power, and wield chaotic energy.

• Manifested eighteen worlds from primordial qi and used them to borrow the power of Bailu Star. 216 218
• Developed the ability to use Chaos to grind away Dao Principles and heal Dao injuries. 244
• Combined Sun Devouring Technique and Nine Yin Moon Transformation Art to evolve a chaotic sea. 220
• His control of world power was assessed as comparable to a half Tenth Realm cultivator. 218

Time and Space

Jiang Chuan possesses advanced movement, temporal, and spatial techniques.

• Uses Thousand Stars Evasion for high-speed movement and battlefield escapes. 205 218
• Uses Shrink Ground into Inches to traverse immense distances. 241 413
• Aged Huang Chong with the light of time. 270
• Used Star Grasping Moon Hand to freeze spacetime and immobilize enemies. 386
• Reversed the transformation of Immortal King Jingxian’s Primordial Immortal Light through the Path of Time. 397

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Great Sun Divine Bell — Legendary Dao Artifact uniquely contracted to Jiang Chuan during his Bodhi Temple years; later used to suppress Yuan Shan Heavenly Demon King’s primordial spirit. 135 418
• Biluo Sword — His principal sword in later arcs. 218
• Primordial Qi Gourd — Dao Artifact associated with Ancestor Ziyun; used for defense and travel. 79 158
• Vast Sky Great Seal — Mid-grade Dao Artifact whose power Jiang Chuan borrows through the Treasured Mountain Seal. 48
• Burial Sword Coffin — Releases streams of ink-black flying sword light. 98
• Jiangshan Dao Yi — Low-grade Dao Artifact robe; heavily damaged by the Maha God’s power. 167 244
• Myriad Beast Disk — Replica of an immortal artifact given by Ancestor Ziyun. 114
• Broken silver-white cauldron — A damaged but powerful immortal artifact recovered from the Self-Slaying Immortal King’s treasury. 288
• Other Shore Arrow — Innate Spiritual Treasure given to him by Future Star Venerable Buddha. 394
• Emperor Blood True Gold Sword — Sword wielded while trapped in Daoist Annihilation’s special region. 397

Relationships

• Elder Jingyun — Mentor and protector who recognized Jiang Chuan’s talent, granted him and Jing Hui a pavilion, and repeatedly prioritized his safety. 4 17 67
• Jing Hui — Senior brother and close companion; Jiang Chuan later guides his cultivation. 17 161
• Ancestor Ziyun — Close, quarrelsome companion and Dao Artifact spirit; provides counsel, resources, and comic antagonism while pursuing its goal of becoming a Legendary Dao Artifact. 98 114 209
• Lu Chenling — Seven Kill Demoness and later fellow leader within the demonic path; their relationship began with Jiang Chuan guiding her through the Underground Abyss and developed into mutual rivalry and cooperation. 21 153 243
• Mu Bingyun — Sword rival and frequent ally; repeatedly challenges Jiang Chuan and supports him during major conflicts. 80 153 209
• Bai Mengqiu — Companion who helped Jiang Chuan seek memories and cultivate his Inner Scenery Map; later traded Immortal Phoenix Blood with him. 57 59 212
• Que Jinling — Former opponent who became a temporary ally in the search for a Bone Remolding Pill and Bamboo Immortal Island opportunities. 32
• Jiang Yingyue — Sea God reincarnation and Jiang Chuan’s senior sister through the Candle Illumination Immortal Codex; initially mistaken for his possible sister due to the Jiang family connection. 167 270
• Jiang Wenyuan — Jiang Chuan’s father in name, but their relationship is openly hostile and estranged. 167 168
• Bai Yutong — Former master-and-disciple partner whose revenge Jiang Chuan helped complete; they became Dao companions in a simulation. 151
• Wan Xueqing — Dao companion following their grand wedding after Jiang Chuan’s victory over Wei Wuyan. 223
• Chu Qingyi — Later wife whose safety Jiang Chuan worries over due to Divine Calculator’s schemes. 387 422

Story Role / Major Arcs

Bodhi Temple and the Underground Abyss

Jiang Chuan began as a low-ranked Warrior Monk Institute entrant, but rapidly distinguished himself through cultivation, formations, and the Treasured Mountain Seal. His pursuit of Lu Chenling brought him into the Underground Abyss, where he defeated Qu Changhe and discovered the truth behind the feared “Seven Kill Demoness.” 4 20 21

Rise as a Qingyuan Prodigy

After reaching the Third Realm, Jiang Chuan defeated far stronger cultivators, fought Ji Yanran repeatedly, and gained notoriety for his formations and swordsmanship. He was eventually recognized as the Bodhi Temple prodigy who had uniquely contracted the Great Sun Divine Bell. 48 55 135

Demonic Venerable Inheritance

Jiang Chuan survived the Kun Tian Immortal Mansion, acquired the Dark Universe Demonic Venerable’s inheritance, and emerged as a powerful figure associated with the demonic path. His return to the Nine Abyss Imperial Capital caused an uproar across Qingyuan Realm. 135 153

Conflict with Maha Hall

Maha Hall became one of Jiang Chuan’s principal enemies. He killed Wang Hongsheng, battled Ji Yanran, defeated Ximen Qing, and became a target of Maha Hall leadership after repeatedly disrupting its plans. 51 80 241 243

Biluo Heaven and Outer-Realm Renown

Jiang Chuan was confirmed as Biluo Heaven’s true successor, married Wan Xueqing, and entered wider interstellar conflicts. His victories over peerless prodigies and Immortal King Jingxian expanded his reputation beyond Qingyuan Realm. 212 223 397

Return to Qingyuan Realm

After decades away, Jiang Chuan returned as a legendary figure whose earlier deeds had become widely known. By this point, he had grown powerful enough to suppress Twelfth Realm Heavenly Demon Kings and was treated with formal respect by the Three Paths’ cultivators. 379 431 437

Trivia

• Jiang Chuan frequently insists that his achievements came through his own effort, while concealing the role of his romance simulator. 213
• He has repeatedly been rumored to be the reincarnation of an ancient supreme expert, though he consistently denies it. 190 270 478
• His enemies and acquaintances often call him shameless, insidious, or excessively arrogant; Jiang Chuan usually counters by invoking his status as “Patriarch Jiang.” 158 292 379
• He considers avoiding unnecessary killing a personal principle, despite his fearsome reputation and demonic inheritance. 168