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Biodata
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Chan Sect (original: 阐教) (Also referred to in context as Heavenly Origin Sect) |
| Alias(es) | Heavenly Origin Sect |
| Affiliation | Three Pure Ones, Daoist Gate |
| Sect Master / Leader | Primordial Lord of Heaven |
| Notable Members | Daoist Randeng (former Vice Sect Master), Zhenyuanzi (Vice Sect Master), Immortal Weng of the South Pole, Yunzhongzi, Twelve Golden Immortals (including Guangchengzi, Chijingzi, True Man Taiyi, True Person Yuding), Ancestor Styx, Daoist Mosquito, Kong Xuan, Shen Gongbao (defected) |
| Status | Active (Merged with the Human and Intercepting Sects to form the Daoist Gate) |
| First Appearance | Chapter 1 |
Background / History
The Chan Sect is established in the Kunlun Mountains (centered around Kirin Cliff and the Jade Void Palace) as one of the major orthodox teachings under the Primordial Sanqing, led by the Primordial Lord of Heaven 1 2. Originally characterized by a strict philosophy valuing quality over quantity and a prejudice against wet-born, egg-born, or horned beings, the sect undergoes a massive ideological shift after the transmigration of its Sect Master 1 3 5.
Under the leadership of the Primordial Lord of Heaven, the sect breaks its historical isolation and hostility toward the Intercepting Sect, fostering brotherhood among the Three Pure Ones and expanding its influence exponentially through elite disciples and the acquisition of immense resources like Chaos Spiritual Roots 4 7 23. The Chan Sect absorbs massive amounts of heavenly merit through guiding the Human Emperors (such as Fuxi, Shennong, and Xuanyuan) and successfully recruits powerful figures like Zhenyuanzi—who helps establish the Earth Immortal Realm—as well as Ancestor Styx and Daoist Mosquito 14 25 43 72.
During the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation, the Chan Sect spearheads an alliance with the Human and Intercepting Sects to counter the schemes of the Western Teachings, the Monster Court, and the Heavenly Court 78 79. After decisively crushing their opposition, securing the elimination of hostile factions, and defying Dao Ancestor Hongjun's control, the Chan Sect unifies with the Human and Intercepting Sects to formally establish the overarching Daoist Gate 81 84 86.