Hong Jun

Biodata

Background / History

Hong Jun is the Primordial World’s strongest expert and the foundation of the path to sainthood 12. He serves as the spokesperson for the Heavenly Dao, though his relationship with the force is complex; he is often perceived as the Heavenly Dao itself, though he has struggled to fully merge with it 13 50. His past actions, including sowing discord among his disciples and manipulating the Investiture of the Gods, have led to significant resentment from his students, particularly Sect Leader Tongtian 12 55.

He was once imprisoned in Zixiao Palace by the Primordial Demon God Yang Mei, who sought to seize control of the Great Desolation World 55 79 80. Following his rescue by his disciples and a counterpart from another timeline, he has focused on reclaiming his authority and dealing with the threat of Outer Realm Heavenly Demons 79 112.

Personality

Hong Jun is characterized by a calculating, authoritative, and often cold-blooded nature, though he retains traces of human emotion that suggest he has not fully merged with the heartless Heavenly Dao 12 13. He is prone to using "Heavenly Dao predestination" as a justification for his schemes, a tactic that has caused deep mistrust among his disciples 19. Despite his immense power, he is capable of self-doubt and regret, particularly when confronted with the future consequences of his past manipulations 65.

Abilities & Skills

Heavenly Dao Manipulation

As the administrator of the Primordial World, Hong Jun wields authority over the world's rules and magical artifacts.

• Artifact Control: He can leave hidden marks in magical treasures (such as the Four Immortal Slaying Swords) to seize control of them from his disciples at will 50.
• Formation Mastery: He is highly skilled in strategic planning, using formation flags to trap powerful entities like the Fire God 95.
• Memory Inspection: He possesses the ability to delve into the memories of others to verify identities and uncover past events 65.

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Investiture of the Gods: A brocade scroll used to control 365 righteous gods; it grants them eternal life and rapid cultivation but subjects them to the holder's control 11. Hong Jun has recently collaborated to add restrictions to this item, allowing it to trap even Saints 113.
• Four Immortal Slaying Swords: Powerful artifacts he originally bestowed upon Tongtian, which he can reclaim due to hidden contingencies 50.

Relationships

• Sect Leader Tongtian — Disciple; their relationship is defined by intense conflict, defiance, and mutual suspicion 12 50.
• Yang Mei — Rival; a Primordial Demon God who imprisoned Hong Jun and seeks to control the Primordial World 55 79.
• Jieyin & Zhunti — Disciples; Hong Jun views their past actions as defiant and has subjected them to severe punishment within the Investiture of the Gods 38 117.
• Xuanming — Ally; Hong Jun provides guidance and cooperates with him to manage the world's threats 78 117.

Notable Quotes

"The Investiture of the Gods has a total of three hundred and sixty-five positions for righteous gods. You should discuss among yourselves how to arrange them appropriately. I will not participate!" 11

"The great prosperity of Buddhism is the general trend of the Heavenly Dao. If you insist on defying the heavens, you will bear the consequences yourself!" 39