Yun Yun

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Yun Yun (云韵)
Alias(es)	Yun'er
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Misty Cloud Sect
Occupation/Role	Former Sect Master of the Misty Cloud Sect; swordswoman
Status	Alive
First Appearance	Chapter 2

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Dou Emperor	2	Arrives at the Purple Crystal Winged Lion King's territory seeking an Amethyst Spirit Crystal.
Four-Star Dou Emperor	6	Breaks through a longstanding bottleneck after drinking Jiang Cheng's Dou Qi-infused Peach Blossom Wine.
Nine-Star Dou Ancestor	231	Has surpassed Yun Shan and stands close to breaking through to the Dou Venerate realm, crediting her progress to Jiang Cheng.

Background / History

Yun Yun first encounters Jiang Cheng in the Monster Mountain Range while seeking an Amethyst Spirit Crystal to refine pills for Nalan Yanran's cultivation. She introduces herself as the Misty Cloud Sect's Sect Master after discovering that Jiang Cheng commands the Purple Crystal Winged Lion King as his mount. Initially unwilling to trade the sentimental pendant she wears, she later offers it in exchange for the crystal because she cannot abandon Nalan Yanran's needs. 2 3 6

After sharing Peach Blossom Wine with Jiang Cheng, Yun Yun advances to the four-star Dou Emperor realm. Jiang Cheng calls her a friend and offers future assistance; she subsequently accompanies him to Wu Tan City before returning to her sect. 6 7

Yun Yun protects Jiang Cheng's standing within the Misty Cloud Sect when Yun Leng questions him and when Yun Shan becomes suspicious of his identity. She argues with Yun Shan after he drives Jiang Cheng away, apologizes to Jiang Cheng at Peach Forest Mountain, and accepts his invitation to cultivate there, though her lingering loyalty to her teacher and sect later leads her to remain at the Misty Cloud Sect. 9 11 16 17

When Gu He confronts Jiang Cheng, Yun Yun attempts to intervene on Jiang Cheng's behalf. Jiang Cheng restrains her from escalating the conflict, spares Gu He's life for her sake, and warns her that returning to the sect would create further trouble. Yun Yun later regrets repeatedly declining Jiang Cheng's invitations to cultivate with him. 17 18

As Sect Master, Yun Yun firmly prevents the Misty Cloud Sect elders from seeking revenge against Jiang Cheng over Gu He's severed arm. She warns them that they do not understand Jiang Cheng's strength and returns to the Monster Mountain Range to reunite with him. 34

Her relationship with Jiang Cheng gradually becomes romantic. By the time Nalan Yanran emerges from seclusion, Yun Yun refers to Jiang Cheng as her husband; later, she has stepped down as Sect Master while Nalan Yanran remains the Young Sect Master. 172 231

Yun Yun becomes deeply alarmed by Yun Shan's increasingly ambitious behavior after his breakthrough. When Yun Shan asks her to obtain a seventh-grade pill from Jiang Cheng, she refuses to pressure her husband, though she agrees to convey the request. 231 232

During the Soul Hall conflict, Yun Yun fights alongside Jiang Cheng's companions and uses Wind's Extreme, Meteor Kill against an enemy who harmed Yun Shan and Cai Lin. After learning that the Misty Cloud Sect has been devastated and most of its elders have died, she mourns for the sect and joins Yun Shan in executing its enemies. 294 297

Appearance

Yun Yun is a serene, beautiful woman with long black hair and an elegant, noble bearing. She is frequently depicted in refined robes and carries herself with the composure expected of the Misty Cloud Sect's leader. 2 9

• Wears a tight golden robe with purple trim during her first appearance. 2
• Has black hair styled in a phoenix-cry arrangement on her first meeting with Jiang Cheng. 2
• Forms azure or green Dou Qi wings for flight. 2 94
• Favors moon-white, green, and black robes at different points in the story. 9 65 165

Personality

Yun Yun is principled and emotionally devoted to those under her care. She initially refuses to exchange her sentimental pendant despite needing the Amethyst Spirit Crystal, only relenting because of her determination to strengthen Nalan Yanran for the Three Year Agreement. 3 6

She is loyal to both her teacher and the Misty Cloud Sect, even when that loyalty conflicts with her wish to remain with Jiang Cheng. Her concern for the sect later becomes more forceful: she openly rebukes its elders for underestimating Jiang Cheng and refuses to let them provoke him. 17 34

Around Jiang Cheng, Yun Yun is frequently shy and flustered, but she is also grateful, diligent, and receptive to his guidance. Her affection deepens over years of cultivation and companionship, eventually leading to their marriage. 6 65 165 172

Abilities & Skills

Dou Qi Cultivation

Yun Yun begins as a Dou Emperor and gains major advances through Jiang Cheng's cultivation resources and instruction.

• Reaches four-star Dou Emperor after absorbing the Dou Qi contained in Peach Blossom Wine. 6
• Receives a pill mixed into Peach Blossom Wine to temper her body, purge accumulated pill impurities, and aid her future breakthrough to Dou Zong. 65
• Reaches nine-star Dou Ancestor by the time Yun Shan requests a seventh-grade pill from Jiang Cheng. 231
• Is regarded as a future candidate to reach the Dou Venerate realm. 231

Swordsmanship

Yun Yun is an accomplished swordswoman and cultivates the Misty Cloud Sect's sword arts.

• Spars regularly with Cai Lin to identify weaknesses in her technique. 45
• Her swordsmanship is praised by Cai Lin, who states that Yun Yun might defeat her if their cultivation levels were equal. 45
• Jiang Cheng assesses her sword as possessing spirit but lacking sufficient power, then personally instructs her. 45
• Continues intensive sword practice even while Jiang Cheng prepares to depart for the Central Continent. 144

Three Thousand Sword Gang Shadows

An Earth-tier Intermediate Fighting Skill created by Jiang Cheng through improvements to the Misty Cloud Sect's cultivation method. 144

• Given directly to Yun Yun by Jiang Cheng. 144
• Produces sharp sword energy capable of carving trenches into the ground during her initial practice. 145
• Requires substantial mental energy and Dou Qi; even basic practice quickly depletes her reserves. 145

Wind's Extreme, Meteor Kill

A sword technique Yun Yun uses during the conflict surrounding the Misty Cloud Sect's destruction. 294

• Fires a narrow, concentrated beam of Dou Qi from her sword. 294
• The attack causes the surrounding space to tremble upon release. 294

Musical Skill

Yun Yun plays the zither and performs for Jiang Cheng during their time together. 172 173

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Long sword — Yun Yun's primary weapon for swordsmanship and Dou Qi techniques. 2 45 294
• Sentimental pendant — Originally worn around her neck; exchanged with Jiang Cheng for an Amethyst Spirit Crystal. 3 6
• Three Thousand Sword Gang Shadows scroll — Earth-tier Intermediate Fighting Skill gifted by Jiang Cheng. 144
• Zither — Played while waiting for Nalan Yanran to emerge from seclusion and during her time with Jiang Cheng. 172 173

Relationships

• Jiang Cheng — Husband, mentor, and former friend. Their bond begins with the Amethyst Spirit Crystal exchange and grows through shared cultivation, mutual protection, and years of companionship. 6 16 165 231
• Nalan Yanran — Disciple and surrogate younger sister. Yun Yun is deeply protective of Yanran's future and cultivation. 6 9 10 173
• Yun Shan — Teacher and former Sect Master. Yun Yun remains loyal to him but becomes concerned by the drastic change in his personality and ambition. 11 231 232
• Cai Lin — Friend and cultivation companion. They spar together and cooperate in assisting the Snake People Tribe. 45 110
• Xiao Yi Xian — Companion at Peach Forest Mountain. Xiao Yi Xian comforts Yun Yun and tells her how Jiang Cheng saved her from the Calamity Poison Body. 18 19
• Gu He — Misty Cloud Sect elder whose jealousy of Jiang Cheng leads to conflict; Yun Yun attempts to stop the situation from worsening. 17 18
• Purple Crystal Winged Lion King — Jiang Cheng's mount. Its loyalty to Jiang Cheng and role in maiming Gu He underscore the danger of provoking him. 17 18

Notable Quotes

“Mister's strength is extraordinary; he is the most powerful person I have ever seen.” 34

“Cut your losses in time to avoid unnecessary trouble.” 34

“If not for my Husband, I would probably still only be a Dou Emperor.” 231