Meng Nan

Biodata

Feature	Detail
Name	Meng Nan 1
Aliases	Wuyang Hermit 207, Xing Tian 220 225, Old Demon Bidan 183 185 193, Chongyuan Pavilion Master 193, Zhou Tong (disguise) 189
Age	18 (reborn) 1, 28 (past life) 1, 30 (future timeline death) 1
Lifespan	80 years (reality) 1, 8 years (future timeline limit, initially) 1, 9 years (future timeline limit, later) 30, 300 years (in 21st life) 202 163
Faction	Chashan · Tianlin Cave 1 7 12 23 30 42, Qing Le Demonuntain 131, Nine Luminaries Sect 152 163, Minor Extreme Palace (Earth Palace Elder) 169, None (at times) 192
Family	Zhao Xiaoshuang (wife) 1 13 19 24 34 207, Meng Xingzhe (eldest son) 1 19 34 207, Meng Jian (son/younger brother) 1 19 70 207, Meng Santan (youngest child/daughter) 1 19 161 207
Cultivation Stage	Fetal Breath Entering Stillness 1, Fetal Breath Contemplation 23, Inner Qi circulation 12, Inner Qi Greater Heavenly Cycle 42, True Qi Qi Accumulation 30, True Essence 42, Qi Condensation Ninth Layer 202 163, Qi Condensation Second Layer 131, Dao Foundation First Stage 192, Dao Foundation 207 219
Bone Root	1 1 12 30 42 131 163 192 202
Talents	Enlightenment 163 192 202, Dispossess 42 131 163 192 202
Skills	Alchemy 13 19 24 30 34 131 163, Artifact Refining 70 131 163, Talisman Crafting 131 163, Array Formations 131 163
Notable Techniques/Items	Black Sun Armor 220, Golden Wheel 220, Hundred Transformations 220, Wither and Flourish 220, Cloud Turning 220, Taotie 220, Giant Spirit Technique 92, Heavy Origin Secret Mirror (prototype) 171, Azure Nether Fire 171, Six Jia Primordial Yang Qi 193, Two Qi Ring 193, Golden Light Void Penetration Technique 174 193
Rankings	Earth Sha List (10th, as Old Demon Bidan) 183

Background

Meng Nan, originally a 28-year-old cultivator from a past life, was reborn at 18 in his current life 1. He initially struggled with cultivation, remaining at the Fetal Breath Entering Stillness realm for two years, which led to him being forced into an arranged marriage at 18 1. He later discovered an "Information Panel" that allowed him to experience future timelines, often referred to as "lives" or "reincarnations," after his death in a given timeline 1 8 161.

His first recorded death occurred at age 30 due to qi deviation during a forced breakthrough, while still in the Fetal Breath Visualization Realm 1. Upon "dying," he would return to his original timeline, but with the ability to revisit a past point in the timeline where he died, often with a regression of a few months or a year 8 161. This unique ability allowed him to accumulate cultivation experience and knowledge across multiple lives, even though the cultivation itself couldn't be directly carried over 1.

Over these subsequent lives, Meng Nan's cultivation progressed significantly. He reached the Inner Qi circulation stage after his fourth life 32 and later became a Qi Refining Immortal Master 68. He also developed skills in alchemy and artifact crafting, becoming a master in these fields within the Qi Refining Stage 152. His journey involved traveling, collecting treasures, refining pills, and forging artifacts, often using his foresight to gain advantages 70. He also took on disciples, such as Wang An, Miao Yingying, and Shi Liang, and focused on his family, including his wife Zhao Xiaoshuang and children Meng Xingzhe, Meng Jian, and Meng Santan 1 13 70 130.

Meng Nan's experiences varied greatly across his numerous lives. He faced challenges such as the death of his wife Zhao Xiaoshuang 40, and multiple deaths in dangerous environments like the 'Demon Dragon Domain' due to fierce beasts, storms, and pirates 161. He also encountered political struggles, such as the conflict between the Immortal Alliance and the Xuan Yin Sect in the Wushan Realm 209. By his twenty-third life, he was aiming to ascend to the True Realm, having reached the Six Banned Dao Foundation stage in a previous life 209 230. Despite the challenges and the transient nature of these timelines, Meng Nan consistently sought to improve his cultivation, protect his family, and build a legacy 32 130.

Character Development

• Meng Nan forms Inner Qi, allowing him to venture into the wilderness safely 12.
• He realizes Zhao Xiaoshuang's sharper and more formidable personality compared to his past life and reality 12.
• He decides to stay in Yinlian Village to cultivate to the Lesser Heavenly Cycle before considering further adventures 12.
• Meng Nan shows strategic thinking and concern for his group's safety and future prospects, planning to visit the future timeline more to understand and prepare for upcoming events 18.
• He is expected to grow significantly in terms of cultivation, combat power, financial resources, influence, reputation, and impact in the upcoming Golden Profound Realm 157.
• Meng Nan learns about the Star Picking Sect's plans and the potential danger to him, warning Ding Yuhe to avoid the Wuyang Demonuntain Territory 117.
• He transitions from a naive, humble villager to a powerful, wise, and compassionate god, learning to control his powers and grappling with the responsibilities of divine status (as Li Wei) 241.
• Meng Nan becomes more determined to see his cultivation through to the end 3.
• He focuses on his cultivation, aiming to catch up and surpass his previous life's progress 10.
• Meng Nan completes his basic progress, marking a significant milestone in his cultivation journey 26.
• He demonstrates his boldness and quick thinking in dealing with Yin Bozhi, further showcasing his growth and adaptability 81.
• Meng Nan, a skilled carpenter and future-knowing protagonist, meticulously plans and executes Zhou Shan's demise to protect his family and the village 7.
• He focuses on cultivation, aiming to advance to the Dao Foundation 207.
• Meng Nan pretends to have lost his memory, regresses in cultivation, but finds joy in Zhao Xiaoshuang's progress 135.
• He shows strategic thinking and long-term planning, aiming to build a network and advance his cultivation 33.
• Meng Nan realizes his past mistakes in treating Zhao Xiaoshuang as a subordinate and decides to change his approach 13.
• He shows maturity and responsibility in accepting Zhao Xiaoshuang's pregnancy and planning for the future 6.
• Meng Nan demonstrates his resourcefulness and strategic thinking in harvesting 'Suoluo Seeds' and planning their cultivation 6.
• Zhao Xiaoshuang feels a mix of unease and excitement at venturing out alone for the first time in over a decade, aiming to prove her capabilities without Meng Nan's protection 12.
• Despite aging, Zhao Xiaoshuang remains competent and free-spirited, surpassing her second life's self 18.
• She shows signs of shyness and embarrassment, contrasting with her usual dignified and generous demeanor 3.
• Zhao Xiaoshuang's cultivation improves, reaching the 'Minor Heavenly Cycle of Inner Qi' stage 10.
• She shows obedience and trust in Meng Nan's arrangements 81.
• Zhao Xiaoshuang reveals the truth about Meng Nan's identity to Qian Yu, Meng Jian, and Meng Xingzhe, showing she is aware of his plans and supports them 207.
• She advances to Qi Condensation, becomes an Immortal Master, surpasses Meng Nan in cultivation, and is more assertive 135.
• Zhao Xiaoshuang discusses future plans with Meng Nan, showing willingness to adapt and grow 33.
• She returns from her adventures with valuable items, including 'Alchemy Notes' and a 'Qi Circulation Powder' pill 13.
• Zhao Xiaoshuang shows excitement and happiness when Meng Nan decides to join her on her next adventure 13.
• She shows determination and dedication to her cultivation, advancing quickly under Meng Nan's guidance 6.
• Ding Yuhe learns about the Star Picking Sect's plans and the potential danger to her teacher, Meng Nan 117.
• Meng Jian advances his cultivation to the peak of Qi Condensation, demonstrating his growth and power 117.
• Meng Jian shows initiative in running errands for his father 135.
• Meng Xingzhe is implied to have made progress in his cultivation 117.
• Li Wei transitions from a naive, humble villager to a powerful, wise, and compassionate god 241.
• Master Yu serves as a guide and moral compass for Li Wei, teaching him about the true nature of his powers and the path to enlightenment 241.
• Qian Yu shows political acumen and influence, leading her allies and being recognized by the Grand Steward's daughter 26.
• Qian Yu reflects on her past struggles and considers Meng Nan's proposal, showing growth and ambition 33.
• Qian Yu, a righteous and chivalrous cultivator, aids Meng Nan in stopping Zhou Shan and later becomes a potential ally 7.
• Meng Santan demonstrates her enthusiasm and pride in her new magical artifacts, showcasing her growing confidence 26.
• Meng Santan becomes suspicious of her father's true identity, leading to a confrontation with Zhao Xiaoshuang and her departure from Lishan Island 207.
• Jue Ming the Hermit joins the World Crossing Treasure Raft project, showing leadership potential 135.
• Wang An breaks through to the True Qi Stage and leaves for Tianlin Cave 13.

Power Progression

Cultivation Stage	Details	Techniques
Fetal Breath Tranquility	Initial stage of cultivation. Meng Nan starts here in his current life 3.	Thunder Illumination Scripture Level 3 3, Spirit Wandering Steps (Level 2) 3
Fetal Breath Qi Sensing	Meng Nan reaches this stage, with his Internal Qi increasing slowly 5. He expects to complete this realm in four months 5.	Thunder Illumination Scripture Third Layer 5, Spirit Wandering Steps (Second Layer) 5
Fetal Breath Contemplation	The final hurdle of the Fetal Breath Stage 3. Meng Nan is at this stage in his current life 21.
Inner Qi Minor Heavenly Cycle	Meng Nan reaches this stage quickly with the help of pills 21. Zhao Xiaoshuang also reaches this stage 10.
Inner Qi Greater Heavenly Cycle	Meng Nan reaches this stage, but struggles to advance to the True Qi Stage, spending four years without a breakthrough 21. He cultivated his internal energy to its limit but couldn't grasp the concept of 'embracing unity' 21.
True Qi Stage	Meng Nan breaks through to this stage after twenty years in the Greater Heavenly Cycle in a previous life 21. He aims to achieve Body Cleansing with True Qi 21. This stage is time-consuming 19.	Qi Circulation Powder (effective for this stage) 21
True Essence Stage	Qian Yu successfully advances to this stage 19. Meng Nan aims to reach this stage 24.	Golden Marrow Pill (for this stage) 21
Qi Refining Layer 6	Meng Nan reaches this stage after twenty-five years of dual cultivation, accumulating two hundred years of Magical Power 152.
Magical Power Level 9	Meng Nan achieves this in his twentieth life 162.
Dao Foundation (Fourth Realm)	Meng Nan reaches the mid-Fourth Realm of Dao Foundation 221. He has 14 True Arts and 11 Mystical Arts at or above the fourth level 222. He is nearing the One-Restriction Dao Foundation stage 221.	Heavy Origin Secret Mirror, Fire Prison Formation Flag, Water Cloud Treasure Pearl (representing his three cultivation methods) 195. True Arts: Golden Wheel 222, Wither and Flourish 222, Spring Return 222, Taotie 222. Mystical Arts: Golden Light Void Penetration Technique 188, Hundred Transformations 188, Two Qi Ring 188.
Dao Cultivation (Three Realms: Profound Light)	Meng Nan passes the 'Nascent' stage and enters 'Transformation' 160. He aims to complete 'Transformation' and achieve 'As Desired' 160.

Abilities

Dispossess

Meng Nan possesses the innate talent of Dispossess, which allows him to acquire abilities from others 43 44. These abilities cannot be further cultivated by Meng Nan; their mastery remains the same as the original owner's 44. This talent enables Meng Nan to constantly update his sorceries, effectively always having access to three sorceries beyond his current level 44.

• Applications:
  • Acquiring new techniques and sorceries without personal cultivation 44.
  • Continuously updating his skillset by replacing outdated abilities 44.
  • Gaining powerful techniques like [Heavy Origin], [Wind Fire Wheel], and [Eight Arms] 162.
  • Obtaining advanced True Arts and Mystical Arts, such as [Hundred Transformations], [Two Qi Ring], and [Golden Light Void Penetration Technique] 192.
• Limitations:
  • Acquired abilities cannot be further cultivated or improved by Meng Nan 44.
  • Mastery of a dispossessed ability is limited to the original owner's level 44.

Enlightenment

Enlightenment is a talent that requires "One Wonderful Qi" to activate 162. When activated, it allows Meng Nan to rapidly advance his understanding and mastery of sorceries 191.

• Applications:
  • Rapidly mastering profound techniques, achieving in an instant what would otherwise take a hundred years through Dispossess 191.
  • Advancing sorceries like [Golden Light Void Penetration Technique], [Two Qi Ring], and [Hundred Transformations] to higher levels 191.
  • Gaining solid and thorough mastery of numerous True Arts and Mystical Arts, saving immense effort and "One Wonderful Qi" 222.
• Limitations:
  • Requires the scarce resource "One Wonderful Qi" for activation 162.

Heavy Origin

[Heavy Origin] is an extraordinary technique that primarily cultivates "Dan Yuan," allowing Meng Nan to replicate his Magical Power like a mirror image 161. One "Dan Yuan" is primary (within the body), and the other is secondary (outside the body), both controllable remotely 161. This technique makes Meng Nan's mirror-image Magical Power more vivid and lively, with closer connections and extended duration and range 162.

• Applications:
  • Creating multiple "Dan Yuan" clones, each capable of sensing and activating Magical Power in different locations 161.
  • Allowing Meng Nan to be physically present in one place while attending to matters in multiple other locations 161.
  • Providing a form of clone technique with combat power comparable to Meng Nan's main body, even with shallow Magical Power 161.
  • Enabling Meng Nan to appear anywhere across the land, reaching everywhere, effectively making no region unreachable 161 162.
  • When three [Heavy Origin] avatars are merged, Meng Nan's foundation can surpass that of a fourth-realm Profound Law Dao Foundation 184.
• Limitations:
  • The replicated "Dan Yuan" may have shallow Magical Power and limited duration 161.
  • The number of replications is tied to Meng Nan's Magical Power; for example, 200 years of Magical Power allows 200 "Dan Yuan" 161.

Wind Fire Wheel

The [Wind Fire Wheel] is a near-perfect divine ability that allows Meng Nan to travel in all directions 162.

• Applications:
  • Enabling free and rapid movement across the world 162.
  • Combined with [Heavy Origin], it ensures Meng Nan can reach and attend to any region 162.
• Limitations:
  • The context does not specify any limitations for this ability.

Eight Arms

[Eight Arms] is a second-tier Profound Law-level mystic art 162.

• Applications:
  • Considered one of Meng Nan's strongest methods in terms of finesse and power 162.
  • Contributes to Meng Nan's versatility in combat, running, and spreading his Magical Power 162.
• Limitations:
  • The context does not specify any limitations for this ability.

Heavenly Demon Illusion

The [Heavenly Demon Illusion] is a technique that Meng Nan uses for disguise and communication 81 97.

• Applications:
  • Disguising himself as others, such as 'Tiansongzi' from the Star Picking Sect, to deceive powerful figures 81.
  • Communicating with multiple Dao Foundation mighty figures simultaneously across vast distances 97.
  • Gathering valuable information about treasures and tribulations 97.
• Limitations:
  • The context does not specify any limitations for this ability, though its use for deception implies potential risks if discovered.

Giant Spirit Mysterious Technique

The [Giant Spirit Mysterious Technique] allows Meng Nan to transform into a giant 92.

• Applications:
  • Transforming into a ten-foot giant 92.
  • Performing feats of immense strength, such as uprooting mountains to create a banquet venue 92.
  • Displaying power and earning respect from other Immortal Masters 92.
• Limitations:
  • The context does not specify any limitations for this ability.

Heavenly Demon Devour

The [Heavenly Demon Devour] is a technique used to consume Heavenly Demons 82.

• Applications:
  • Devouring Heavenly Demons to obtain Heavenly Demon Essence 82.
  • Increasing Magical Power by refining Heavenly Demon Essence 82.
  • Replenishing mental consumption, allowing for sustained effort 82.
• Limitations:
  • Prolonged use can lead to black mist staining the mind, potentially corrupting Meng Nan and tempting him towards the Demonic Dao 83.

Evergreen True Fire

The [Evergreen True Fire] is a mystic art used in combat 83.

• Applications:
  • Slaying demonic creatures 83.
  • Weakening demon heads before they are devoured 82.
• Limitations:
  • The context does not specify any limitations for this ability.

Seven Stars

[Seven Stars] is a technique that Meng Nan has perfected 68.

• Applications:
  • Flying on a sword 68.
  • Weakening demon heads before they are devoured 82.
• Limitations:
  • The context does not specify any limitations for this ability.

Azure Nether Fire

The [Azure Nether Fire] is a powerful fire ability 175.

• Applications:
  • Defeating multiple Dao Foundations 175.
  • Suppressing top-tier Dao Foundations 175.
• Limitations:
  • The context does not specify any limitations for this ability.

Kaiyang

[Kaiyang] is a Barbarian Technique 171.

• Applications:
  • Blending into the barbarian realm 171.
  • Existing within Sha Qi 171.
• Limitations:
  • The context does not specify any limitations for this ability.

Two Qi Ring

The [Two Qi Ring] is a third-tier Profound Art 202.

• Applications:
  • Used in fierce battles, such as against the Fish Dragon Wanderer 187.
  • Breaking through blockades, like that of the Guigeng Sect 193.
  • Considered a direct combat technique 184.
• Limitations:
  • The context does not specify any limitations for this ability.

Golden Light Void Penetration Technique

The [Golden Light Void Penetration Technique] is a third-tier Profound Art 202.

• Applications:
  • Used in fierce battles, such as against the Fish Dragon Wanderer 18 2 2 1 5 21 106. The passage of time is a recurring motif, highlighting its impact on life, relationships, and cultivation, particularly through Meng Nan's experiences across different timelines and his reflections on the fleeting nature of existence 1 2 19 22 79 226. Family and relationships are central, emphasizing the support and understanding between Meng Nan and Zhao Xiaoshuang, their shared journey in cultivation, and Meng Nan's efforts to guide his children 1 4 5 10 12 19 24 34 40 106. The story also delves into the concept of possibility and uncertainty, with Meng Nan recognizing that the future holds infinite possibilities and that his actions in the present can shape his destiny 10. Foresight and planning, often derived from Meng Nan's knowledge of future timelines, enable him to accumulate resources and build connections, underscoring the importance of strategic thinking in the cultivation world 70. Lastly, the narrative touches upon the dangers and consequences of the immortal path, including the risks of unconventional methods, the inevitability of death, and the constant threat of tribulations 19 21 22 40 74 100.

    Notable Relationships

    • Zhao Xiaoshuang: Meng Nan's devoted wife, who supports him through his cultivation struggles and various timelines 1 22. She is understanding and patient with his amnesia 1. They share a deep bond, and Meng Nan feels grateful for her support 1. She accompanies him on his journey, and he ensures her protection 34 68. She also reveals Meng Nan's true identity to others, showing her awareness and support for his plans 207.
    • Meng Xingzhe: Meng Nan's eldest son 1. He is one of the "Meng Family's Three Saints" and is known as the "Great Saint Lord" 133. He begins refining his body with Divine Ember Fire and awakens the Spiritual Power of the Eyes, gaining the ability to discern true from false 130. He eventually understands that "Wuyang Hermit" (Meng Nan) was granting him opportunities 207.
    • Meng Jian: Meng Nan's second son 1. He is also one of the "Meng Family's Three Saints" and is known as the "Second Saint Lord" 133. He successfully breaks through to the Qi Refining Stage with Meng Nan's help 45. He discovers his father's terminal illness and offers a life-saving pill, revealing their close father-son relationship 130. Meng Nan feels sadness and regret over his fate in one timeline 210.
    • Meng Santan: Meng Nan's youngest daughter 1. She is known as the "Three Saint Fairy" and reaches the fourth realm of Qi Condensation, hosting a grand banquet 133. She initially suspects "Wuyang Hermit" (Meng Nan) of impersonating her father but is later informed of the truth by Zhao Xiaoshuang 207.
    • Qian Yu: Meng Nan's junior sister and a trusted subordinate 24 33. Meng Nan values her potential and straightforward personality, considering her a solid companion 24. She acts as Meng Nan's proxy, managing the medicinal herb business and building connections with rogue cultivators 33. Meng Nan feels gratitude and respect for her contributions 69. She eventually understands Meng Nan's arrangements and feels touched by his efforts to help her 207.
    • Feng Ying: A widow whom Meng Nan arranges to accompany Zhao Xiaoshuang on her adventures 12. She is expected to break through to the True Qi Stage and is a reliable companion for Zhao Xiaoshuang 12.
    • Demon Gui: A good friend of Meng Nan 92. He seeks Meng Nan's help to guard him during his "Wind Tribulation" as his lifespan limit approaches 74.
    • He Weiyang: A close friend of Meng Nan, sharing a life-or-death friendship 47. He was able to break through thanks to a treasure map gifted by Meng Nan 47.
    • Jin Tan: Meng Nan's second disciple 68. He enters the True Realm and shows concern for Meng Nan's safety 219.

    Trivia

    • Meng Nan is 28 years old in his past life and is reborn at 18 in his current life 1.
    • He was stuck at the Entering Stillness realm of the Fetal Breath stage for two years 1.
    • Meng Nan was forced to get married at 18 due to not reaching the Inner Qi stage 1.
    • He wakes up twelve years later in a future timeline with amnesia, surrounded by his wife and three children 1.
    • Meng Nan discovers an 'Information Panel' that shows his cultivation level and other details, revealing he has eight years to live in this future timeline 1.
    • He died at thirty in one future timeline due to a forced breakthrough and qi deviation, with his cultivation only at the Fetal Breath Stage Visualization Realm 1.
    • In another future timeline, he died at 40 due to "Three Cavities without a gate, Qi Deviation," with his cultivation at the True Essence Stage, Sense Imprint Realm 27.
    • Meng Nan knows carpentry and basket weaving skills, which Zhao Xiaoshuang was unaware of before marrying him 4.
    • He has accumulated a vast amount of information about mineral materials, spirit herbs, magic tools, and pills from his future timelines 70.
    • Meng Nan feels guilty towards Qian Yu because she bore the brunt of the fallout from Zhou Shan's death alone and didn't implicate him 9.
    • He once feigned amnesia to Zhao Xiaoshuang, claiming to only remember things before and on their wedding night 1 15.
    • Meng Nan has a plan to embezzle funds for personal gain by ordering chief engineers to cut corners on city construction materials 28.
    • He once gifted Zhao Xiaoshuang the 'Five Elements Cover' for her protection, a magical artifact that made her inherently invincible during the True Essence Stage 34.
    • Meng Nan has a strong sense of gratitude and respect for Qian Yu, especially after her contributions to his first opening of the future timeline 69.
    • He once buried an iron token given to him by Zhao Xiaoshuang after it started emitting a warm aura and tried to suck him in 68. This iron token is suspected to be the cause of his death and the origin of a Heavenly Demon 74.
    • Meng Nan has traveled extensively, making friends and helping many Immortal Masters, earning him a reputation for impeccable conduct and character 92.
    • He once transformed into a ten-foot giant using his 'Giant Spirit Technique' to uproot mountains and create a venue for a banquet 92.
    • Meng Nan became an Earth Palace Elder in Minor Extreme Palace after achieving Profound Law Dao Foundation 169.
    • He once claimed to be Old Ancestor Jin Guang's junior brother to establish his claim on Prosperous Island 174.
    • Meng Nan once accepted 'Six Jia Primordial Yang Qi' from Ji Yun 193.
    • His daughter, Meng Santan, once suspected him of impersonating 'Wuyang Hermit' 207.
    • Meng Nan has been frequently captured, leading to the exposure of his secrets, including Black Sun Armor, Golden Wheel, Hundred Transformations, Wither and Flourish, Cloud Turning, and Taotie 220.
    • He has collected 400 Azure Stone Tokens, primarily from killing nearly two hundred Dao Foundations of the Xuan Yin Sect 219.
    • Meng Nan managed to increase his lifespan by a hundred years despite a "one-tenth" negative effect from the 'Life Wheel' 223.
    • His fame has spread throughout the thousand ruined cities, making him like the "flesh of Tang Demonnk" that everyone wants a bite of due to his secrets and abilities 225.