Sect Master Tongtian

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Sect Master Tongtian (通天教主)
Alias(es)	Sage Tongtian; Tongtian of the Interception Sect; Supreme Clarity Tongtian
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Interception Sect; formerly one of the Three Pure Ones
Occupation/Role	Sect Master of the Interception Sect; sword cultivator
Status	Active
First Appearance	Chapter 19

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Heavenly Dao Sage	92–93	Released from prolonged confinement in Zixiao Palace. His comprehension of the Heavenly Dao deepened during imprisonment, leaving him stronger than the Two Sages of the West. 92 93
Peak Quasi-Sage	321	Personally severs his Heavenly Dao Sage position, abandoning the Dao Fruit and cultivation bestowed by the Heavenly Dao in order to re-cultivate. 321
Sacrificing Dao Realm	371	Reaches the Sacrificing Dao realm after abandoning the Heavenly Dao Sage path; fights Zhunti and Jieyin simultaneously without deploying the Zhu Xian Sword Formation. 371
Fully mastered Sacrificing Dao Realm	385	Breaks through a cultivation barrier and fully masters his new realm, becoming the foremost Primordial World cultivator beneath Dao Ancestor Hongjun. 385
Mythical Primordial World system conversion	596	Receives the new cultivation methods, realm explanations, and the true explanation of One Qi Transforms into Three Pure Ones from Su Yang; begins converting his former power inside the True Self Universe. 596

Background / History

Tongtian was confined within Zixiao Palace for a long period after the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation, during which the Two Sages of the West had joined Laozi and Primordial Lord of Heaven in suppressing him. His release by Dao Ancestor Hongjun restores the Interception Sect's fortune and immediately alarms the Western Teachings. 92

Following his release, Tongtian seeks redress for the deaths of his disciples and holds the Two Sages of the West responsible for the sect's plight. He also recognizes Su Yang as an unfathomable figure with whom alliance is more valuable than controlling “countless destinies.” 96 161

Tongtian eventually fulfills his vow to sever his Sage position, refusing to remain bound to the Heavenly Dao. Although this reduces him to peak Quasi-Sage cultivation, he re-cultivates through the Sacrificing Dao path and later begins transitioning to the Mythical Primordial World system under Su Yang's guidance. 321 371 596

Appearance

Tongtian is commonly presented as a composed Daoist master surrounded by Upper Pure immortal light, auspicious clouds, and sword qi. In battle, his bearing shifts into that of an aggressive and unrestrained swordsman. 1042 1105

• Often carries the three-foot Qingping Sword. 1105
• Rides the Kui Ox when entering battle formations. 1057
• His arrival may be accompanied by lotus blooms beneath his feet and curling azure light. 1105
• His anger is frequently marked by rising hair and beard, billowing sleeves, and tangible killing intent. 908 1050

Personality

Tongtian is fiery, resolute, and exceptionally proud. He resists hierarchy when it conflicts with his convictions, particularly when Primordial Lord of Heaven invokes seniority or disparages the Interception Sect. 476 908 1105

He believes all beings deserve access to cultivation regardless of origin, race, aptitude, or birth. This inclusive philosophy defines the Interception Sect and directly conflicts with Primordial Lord of Heaven's preference for disciples of exceptional pedigree and foundation. 114 147

Despite his sharp temper, Tongtian is deeply protective of his disciples and receptive to Su Yang's guidance. He is willing to abandon an established Sage path, endure a fall in cultivation, and undertake a new system of cultivation to pursue a higher Dao. 205 356 596

Abilities & Skills

Way of the Sword

Tongtian specializes in slaughter, conquest, and sword cultivation. His sword qi is described as containing countless transformations and overwhelming opponents before they can properly defend themselves. 1199

• Wields Upper Pure sword qi capable of tearing space and severing time, karma, and destiny in a single strike. 359
• Can annihilate a Heavenly Immortal Great Demon with one Qingping Sword strike. 352
• His casual sword strike can match the force of Great Sun Tathagata's Innate Spiritual Treasure. 363
• His mastery of sword arts is the foundation of Yunxiao's own formidable sword Dao. 355

Zhu Xian Sword Formation

Tongtian commands the Four Swords of Zhu Xian and their formation diagram, ancient treasures associated with Demon Ancestor Rahu. 146 364

• The formation cannot be broken without four Sages acting together. 364 659
• Even without establishing the formation, he can use the Four Swords to contend with Zhunti and Jieyin simultaneously. 371
• The formation can tear open or collapse portions of Chaos during battle. 179 281
• He entrusted the Four Swords and formation diagram to Daoist Duobao during the Investiture of the Gods crisis. 1042

Sacrificing Dao

After severing his Sage position, Tongtian re-cultivates through the Sacrificing Dao path rather than relying on borrowed Heavenly Dao authority. 321 371

• The realm is compared to the Saint Realm of another world. 371
• It enables him to fight the Two Sages of the West alone without falling behind. 371
• His strength at this stage allows him to suppress or contend evenly with Beast Emperor Shen Ni, a Three Corpses Sage. 384
• He eventually masters the realm completely through combat. 385

Heavenly Secrets and Retrospection

Tongtian possesses unusually acute perception and methods for investigating past events.

• Detects a trace of Dao Ancestor Hongjun's hidden magical power that Primordial Lord of Heaven fails to notice. 114
• Uses magical power to reveal a region's past, exposing the suffering of mortals beneath Western Spirit Mountain. 362
• Can sense disruptions to the flow of qi between heaven and earth and infer the escalation of the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation. 1042

Myriad Immortals and Myriad Demons Formation

Su Yang teaches Tongtian this formation to preserve the Interception Sect's lineage in the face of future calamity. 1056

• Combines immortals and demons, Dao and devil, righteousness and evil into a single formation. 1056
• Is intended to protect elite disciples and prevent the sect's sacred flame from being extinguished. 1056
• Its eventual activation leads to a massive battle and Hongjun's intervention. 1061

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Qingping Sword — Tongtian's personal Innate Spiritual Treasure and primary sword in direct combat. 352 359
• Four Swords of Zhu Xian — Zhu Xian, Lianxian, Xianxian, and Juexian; pinnacle Innate Spiritual Treasures whose combined power approaches that of an Innate Supreme Treasure. 364
• Zhu Xian Sword Formation Diagram — Formation diagram used with the Four Swords of Zhu Xian. 364
• Primordial Chaos Whisk — Treasure formed through accumulated merit. 356 364
• Golden Flood Dragon Scissors — Postnatal Supreme Treasure in Tongtian's possession. 356 364
• Purple Lightning Hammer — Postnatal Supreme Treasure. 356 364
• Six Souls Banner — A coveted Supreme Treasure among Tongtian's collection. 356 364
• Kui Ox — His mount. 1057

Relationships

• Su Yang — Tongtian considers Su Yang an unfathomable ally and later swears to serve him if Su Yang helps him sever his old cultivation and reforge his path. Su Yang grants him the Sacrificing Dao opportunity, formations, and a new cultivation system. 161 301 596 1056
• Yunxiao, Qiongxiao, and Bixiao — His disciples, collectively known as the San Xiao. Tongtian acts immediately when they are endangered and confronts Great Sun Tathagata over their persecution. 96 356
• Daoist Duobao / Great Sun Tathagata — Former disciple turned adversary. Tathagata covets Tongtian's treasures, while Tongtian seeks to settle both old betrayal and current grievances. 356 358
• Primordial Lord of Heaven — Fellow member of the Three Pure Ones and ideological rival. Their conflict centers on Tongtian's acceptance of disciples from all origins and Primordial Lord of Heaven's insistence on pedigree and orthodoxy. 114 147 1049
• Laozi — Eldest of the Three Pure Ones. Laozi attempts to restrain or reconcile Tongtian, while acknowledging karmic debts owed to him. 114 1054
• Daoist Zhunti and Daoist Jieyin — Principal enemies from the Western Teachings. Tongtian holds them responsible for past suppression of the Interception Sect and repeatedly opposes their schemes. 92 146 371
• Empress Houtu — Ally and fellow cultivator who also abandons the Heavenly Dao Sage path. Together, they are regarded as capable of resisting several Sages. 371 463 596
• Demon Master Kunpeng — Respects Tongtian because Tongtian treated all beings equally and once defended him from humiliation after attaining Sagehood. 361

Story Role / Major Arcs

Return from Zixiao Palace

After Hongjun releases him, Tongtian returns to the Three Immortal Islands, resolves to seek justice for the Interception Sect, and travels to Qingshan City to meet Su Yang. 92 96 100

Conflict with the Three Pure Ones and the West

Tongtian confronts Primordial Lord of Heaven over the deaths of his disciples, then turns his attention toward Zhunti and Jieyin. His refusal to accept the degradation of his disciples' origins becomes a central cause of his split from the other Pure Ones. 114 147 908

Severing the Heavenly Dao Sage Path

Seeking a realm beyond the Heavenly Dao's constraints, Tongtian abandons his Sage position and falls to peak Quasi-Sage cultivation. The Western Teachings immediately begin targeting his treasures and Primordial Violet Qi. 205 321 364

Western Ox Continent

While seeking the God-Slaying Spear for Su Yang, Tongtian witnesses widespread demonic predation and Buddhist inaction across the Western Ox Continent. He kills demons, publicly condemns the Buddhist Sect's neglect of mortal lives, and uses his apparent weakness to draw out his enemies. 352 356 363

Rise of the Sacrificing Dao

Tongtian reveals the Sacrificing Dao realm in battle against Zhunti and Jieyin, proving that severing his old path has not made him powerless. He later masters the realm while fighting Beast Emperor Shen Ni. 371 385

Investiture of the Gods Conflict

During the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation, Tongtian gathers his disciples at Golden Ao Island, entrusts the Zhu Xian treasures to Daoist Duobao, and wages war against Primordial Lord of Heaven and the allied Sages. 1042 1050 1054

Myriad Immortals and Myriad Demons Formation

Tongtian accepts Su Yang's Myriad Immortals and Myriad Demons Formation to safeguard his lineage. After the formation battle, Hongjun intervenes, disciplines Tongtian, and orders him into seclusion at Zixiao Palace. 1056 1061

Notable Quotes

“Su Yang is someone we cannot oppose, only ally with. Forming a connection with him is worth more than controlling countless destinies.” 161

“Mythical Grand Unity Golden Immortal? I, Sect Master Tongtian, will forge this path!” 161

“I followed our Teacher's example and widely guided those with affinity. What wrong have I done!” 909

“From this day onward, there will be no more Supreme Pure Sage in this world, only Tongtian of the Interception Sect!” 1060

Trivia

• Tongtian's Four Swords of Zhu Xian resonate with the God-Slaying Spear because both are Supreme Treasures of slaughter forged by Demon Ancestor Rahu. 356
• He treats mortals as worthy of protection and regrets not acting sooner after witnessing suffering in the Western Ox Continent. 352
• His cultivation is deliberately restrained during part of his conflict with Great Sun Tathagata in order to provoke the Two Sages of the West into acting. 358