Dao Xuan

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Dao Xuan (道玄) 1
Alias(es)	Lin Xuan (former identity); True Person Dao Xuan; Sage Master; Eighth Saint 1 84 98 178
Species/Race	Golden Flood Dragon; later transforms into human form 1
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Xuanmen; Taiqing lineage; Fangzhang Immortal Island; protector of the Human Race 9 20 42
Occupation/Role	Laozi's first disciple; cultivator; founder and master of a Fangzhang Island lineage; Human Race Sage Master; Saint 9 47 98 178
First Appearance	Chapter 1: Transmigrating Through the Great Desolation

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
True Immortal	1	Refines spiritual energy, transforms into human form, and gains Heavenly Dao recognition after vowing to sever all karma with his Earth identity, Lin Xuan. 1
Mid True Immortal	5	Heals on Three Immortals Island during a century of seclusion while guiding four spiritual beings in cultivation. 5
Pinnacle True Immortal	7	Uses the Enlightenment Tea Tree and its leaves to cultivate and comprehend the Great Dao for five hundred years. 7
Late True Immortal	8	Leaves the Enlightenment Secret Realm and kills three pursuing Witch Clan members, including their leader. 8
Early Golden Immortal	11	Rebuilds his foundation through the Taiqing Immortal Art and Nine Revolutions Profound Origin Technique over three thousand years. 11
Grand Unity Golden Immortal	12	Breaks through two successive realms while listening to Dao Ancestor Hongjun's sermon at Purple Heaven Palace. 12
Mid-stage Great Unity	22	Advances during prolonged seclusion on Fangzhang Island. 22
Grand Unity perfection	40	Reaches perfection and seeks the opportunity to sever the Three Corpses. 40
Early Quasi-Saint	42	Enters the Quasi-Saint realm after severing a corpse. 42
Mid-stage Quasi-Saint	66	Possesses sufficient cultivation to regard most opponents below Saints as manageable in a one-on-one fight. 66
Half-Saint	108	Emerges from three thousand years of seclusion after advancing to Half-Saint cultivation. 108
Primordial Grand Unity Golden Immortal	177	Gains enlightenment after using multiple supreme treasures to resolve the destructive backlash of the Immortal Execution Formation. 177
Saint	178	Attains Sainthood, becomes the Eighth Saint, and settles the Investiture of the Gods Calamity. 178

Background / History

Dao Xuan originally arrived in the Great Desolation as Lin Xuan, a Golden Flood Dragon from Earth. After becoming a True Immortal and taking human form, he was targeted by the Heavenly Dao as an undocumented outsider. He survived by making a Great Dao vow that ended Lin Xuan's former existence and established Dao Xuan as a native cultivator of the Great Desolation. Soon afterward, he discovered a broken Chaos Bead within his Primordial Spirit. 1

His early years were defined by flight, cultivation, and opportunism. He escaped stronger Witch Clan pursuers, spent five hundred years cultivating beside an Enlightenment Tea Tree, and used the resulting strength to settle his pursuers permanently. 7 8 At Buzhou Mountain, he boldly requested tutelage from the Three Pure Ones and was accepted by Laozi as the latter's first disciple. 9

After leaving Kunlun, Dao Xuan sought an independent foundation rather than remaining permanently within a Saint's dojo. With guidance from Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun, he discovered Fangzhang Immortal Island, solved its Innate Chaos Great Array, and made it his base of operations. 18 19 20 Fangzhang later became the center from which he trained disciples, gathered treasures, aided the Human Race, and prepared for future calamities. 49 131

Appearance

Dao Xuan generally appears as a refined human Daoist after his transformation, with a jade-like complexion, clear brows, bright star-like eyes, and an elegant immortal bearing. 16 27

• Often wears a Blue Gauze Headband, cloud-patterned yellow Daoist robes, a silk sash, and Cloud-Treading Boots. 16 27
• His cultivation manifests through Pure Qi, Three Flowers above the crown, and Five Qi circulating within his body. 27
• In major Human Race campaigns, he wears the Nine Heavens Flowing Cloud Crown and Xuan Yuan Ten Thousand Stars Robe while riding the Five Spirit Qilin. 98 100
• His presence becomes markedly more imposing after becoming a Saint; his Primordial Spirit can perceive the laws and living beings of the Great Desolation directly. 178

Personality

Dao Xuan is survival-minded and highly adaptable. When faced with opponents he cannot immediately defeat, he prioritizes escape, concealment, cultivation, or outside support over reckless pride. He fled the Witch Clan while outmatched, temporarily withdrew from the Immortal Execution Sword Formation when its interconnected attacks proved too dangerous, and openly relied on his powerful connections when confronting Houtu. 7 31 157

He is also bold when an opportunity appears. He directly sought discipleship under the Three Pure Ones, claimed the withered vine associated with the Innate Gourd Vine, and repeatedly pursues rare treasures or opportunities despite the risks involved. 9 10 20

As a teacher and leader, Dao Xuan is attentive but demanding. He gives tailored techniques and treasures to his disciples, assigns them roles suited to their abilities, and deliberately allows the Human Race to develop independently rather than sheltering it forever. 40 49 99 He nevertheless shows a ruthless side toward enemies, using overwhelming force, psychological pressure, and calculated schemes to remove threats or reshape the balance of power. 84 119 142

Abilities & Skills

Taiqing Cultivation and Body Tempering

Dao Xuan cultivates Laozi's Taiqing Immortal Art alongside the Nine Revolutions Profound Origin Technique, abandoning his earlier mixed methods to establish a stronger foundation. 11

• His cultivation emphasizes purity, naturalness, and Laozi's principle of non-action. 10 11
• The Nine Revolutions Profound Origin Technique tempers both his physical body and Primordial Spirit. 11 27
• By the time he enters the Grand Unity realm, he has completed the seventh revolution of his profound technique. 18
• His physical strength and foundation allow him to fight opponents above his realm, including Great Witches and veteran Quasi-Saints. 3 84

Heavenly Calculation and Formation Comprehension

Dao Xuan possesses the Heavenly Star Evolution Technique inherited through his Golden Flood Dragon bloodline. 2

• Deduces heavenly secrets, karmic threads, luck, and major shifts in the Great Desolation. 2 87 133
• Comprehends the Innate Chaos Great Array around Fangzhang Island over a century before entering the island. 20
• Arranges the River Diagram and Luo Book so that Fuxi can comprehend the Innate Eight Trigrams. 87
• Identifies flaws in hostile formations, though the Immortal Execution Sword Formation initially forces him to withdraw and seek support. 157 170

Three Corpses

After reaching Quasi-Saint cultivation, Dao Xuan severs the Three Corpses, creating powerful incarnations that act independently while remaining tied to his will. 42 119

• Ziwei the Great Emperor — His Good Corpse, who stabilizes the Stars of the Heavens and serves in the Heavenly Court. 82
• Great Emperor Fengdu — His Self-Corpse, associated with the Netherworld and reincarnation. 119
• Daoist Lu — His Evil Corpse, wielding destructive Five Elements power and later sent west to establish Mahayana Buddhism. 118 183 184
• The Three Corpses cooperate in high-risk operations, including stealing demonic relics beneath Mount Meru. 119

Spatial, Purification, and Combat Arts

Dao Xuan combines treasure use with diverse Dao techniques rather than relying on one weapon or method. 32 143

• Uses the Laws of Space-Time to evade attacks and hinder Kong Xuan's movements. 143 144
• Employs Pure World divine light against corpse demons and heretical forces. 32
• Uses the Taiji Diagram's golden bridge to neutralize attacks and annihilate three veteran Quasi-Saints during the struggle for the Kongtong Seal. 84
• Withstands multiple moves from Saint-level opponents through his treasures, Three Corpses, and endurance, though he is severely injured in the process. 106 110
• Prevents the Immortal Execution Formation's destructive backlash from destroying the Great Desolation by guiding its energy with several supreme treasures. 177

Teaching and Human Race Stewardship

Dao Xuan is a major mentor to both immortal disciples and the Human Race. 5 47 98

• Guides the Three Virtuous Ladies and Zhao Gongming in their spiritual forms before they mature. 5
• Teaches the Nine Revolutions Profound Technique to disciples including Six-Eared Macaque, Yuan Hong, and Sun Wukong. 40 83 107
• Protects and advises successive Human Race leaders, including Xuanyuan and Da Yu. 98 130 131
• Forges the Nine Cauldrons from Nine Provinces Fine Gold, Human Race faith, and the power of Heaven and Earth to stabilize Human Race destiny. 131

Saintly Authority

After attaining Sainthood, Dao Xuan's Primordial Spirit becomes one with the Dao and grants him direct comprehension of the Great Desolation's laws. 178

• Enfeoffs gods through the Investiture of the Gods and brings the calamity to an end. 178
• Uses Saintly power to impose order across distant regions, including instantly suppressing the churning Sea of Blood. 178
• Carries responsibility for maintaining order and guarding against surviving remnants of Rahula's demonic soul. 178

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Chaos Bead — A broken Chaos treasure discovered in his Primordial Spirit; assists with concealment, deduction, escapes, and the handling of chaotic power. 1 3 133
• Mysterious Gold Law-Breaking Halberd — His primary early combat weapon; used to kill Crimson Flame Ancestor and several Witch Clan opponents. 3 8
• Five Spirit Qilin — Dao Xuan's mount, used for travel and prominent appearances in Human Race campaigns. 20 98
• Twelve-petal Pure World White Lotus — Refined into his Primordial Spirit after being discovered in Fangzhang Island's Three Lights Divine Water pond. 20
• Human-Creating Whip — A post-celestial karmic treasure bestowed by Nuwa; connected to Human Race destiny and capable of striking demons. 42
• Five Elements Bead — Obtained from the East Sea eye after defeating a Corpse Demon. 32
• Mysterious Yellow Ruler — Used to escape Nuwa's illusory realm and withstand the Immortal Execution Sword Formation. 157
• Taiji Diagram — Laozi's supreme treasure, borrowed by Dao Xuan in major confrontations. 84 173 177
• Nine Cauldrons — Nine treasures forged to protect and stabilize the destiny of the Human Race. 131
• Nine Suns Ascending Diagram — A treasure refined from the remains of nine Golden Crows. 66

Relationships

• Laozi — Master. Laozi accepts Dao Xuan as his first disciple after recognizing their innate karmic connection; later supports his advancement and Saintly stabilization. 9 11 178
• Primordial Heavenly Venerate — Second Martial Uncle. Dao Xuan seeks his strategic help against the Immortal Execution Sword Formation. 11 158
• Sect Master Tongtian — Third Martial Uncle and later adversary during the Investiture of the Gods conflict. 11 156 177
• Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun — Senior allies who provide Dao Xuan with the location and star map needed to find Fangzhang Island. 19 20
• Ao Guang — Dragon King of the East Sea and a loyal subordinate after Dao Xuan saves the Dragon Clan and grants them protection under Xuanmen. 28 32
• Three Virtuous Ladies and Zhao Gongming — Early spiritual companions and junior disciples whom Dao Xuan guides during their formative cultivation. 5 84
• Six-Eared Macaque — Registered disciple and senior monkey disciple; receives the Nine Revolutions Profound Technique and repeatedly aids Dao Xuan's Human Race missions. 40 99
• Golden Peng — Registered disciple and Guardian Divine Bird; initially sealed to temper his arrogance before accepting Dao Xuan as teacher. 40 47
• Yuan Chi — Red-buttocked Macaque and Dao Xuan's second disciple. 49
• Yuan Hong — Gibbon Ape and third disciple; receives the Nine Revolutions Profound Technique and Merit Profound Yellow Rod. 82 83
• Sun Wukong — Fourth disciple; accepted after Dao Xuan withstands Zhunti's attacks and protects the Spiritual Stone Monkey. 106 107
• Suiren, Youchao, and Zhisheng — Human Ancestors accepted as disciples and taught the Grand Pure Immortal Method. 47
• Shen Gongbao — Seventh direct disciple, found after Dao Xuan arranges the reincarnation of his previous demon soul. 133 134
• Ling Yinxi — Registered disciple at Hangu Pass; receives the Classic of Virtue. 183
• Ao Lie — Registered disciple and Third Prince of the West Sea. 184
• Daoist Lu — Dao Xuan's Evil Corpse, later reincarnated as Gautama Siddhartha to establish Mahayana Buddhism. 119 183 184

Story Role / Major Arcs

Early Great Desolation

• Establishes his identity as Dao Xuan through a Great Dao vow and survives the Heavenly Dao's attempt to erase him. 1
• Defeats Crimson Flame Ancestor, evades pursuing cultivators, survives Witch Clan retaliation, and benefits from the Enlightenment Tea Tree. 3 7 8
• Becomes Laozi's first disciple at the Innate Gourd Vine gathering and returns to Kunlun for formal Taiqing cultivation. 9 10

Fangzhang Island and the East Sea

• Establishes Fangzhang Immortal Island as his dojo after solving its protective formation and refining the Pure World White Lotus. 20
• Protects the East Sea Dragon Clan from the Witch Clan, declares it an affiliate of Xuanmen, and gains Ao Guang's loyalty. 28 32
• Battles Kuafu, Chi You, and Hou Yi, then survives Houtu's intervention through his strength, connections, and refusal to yield. 30 31

Human Race Protector

• Accepts the Human Ancestors as disciples and remains involved in rebuilding and defending the Human Race after major calamities. 47 61
• Assists Xuanyuan against Chi You, provides the Xuanyuan Sword, leads allied forces, and personally takes responsibility for Chi You's greatest formation. 98 99
• Helps Da Yu's flood-control efforts, confronts Zhunti, and subdues Super Wuzhiqi to restore the Huai River. 108 110
• Forges the Nine Cauldrons to anchor the destiny of the nine provinces before the Investiture of the Gods Calamity. 131

Investiture of the Gods Calamity

• Proposes the “Empty List Responding to Calamity, Each Relying on Their Own Abilities” strategy during the Saints' deliberations over the Investiture of the Gods. 132
• Uses his Three Corpses to seize the World-Ending Black Lotus and God-Slaying Spear from beneath Mount Meru, deliberately creating pressure on the Western Teachings. 119
• Manipulates regional conflicts against Dijun, recruits Kong Xuan to Xiqi's side, and directs his disciples in attacks against Shang forces. 140 142 143
• Challenges formations created by the Intercepting Sect, humiliates Daoist Duobao, and defeats several of Tongtian's Great Immortals. 158 170 171
• Prevents the destruction of the Great Desolation during the collapse of the Immortal Execution Formation, reaches enlightenment, and attains Sainthood. 177 178

Western Plan

• Travels westward, guides Confucius, accepts Ling Yinxi, and spreads basic Daoist teachings among mortals. 183
• Sends Daoist Lu into reincarnation as Gautama Siddhartha to establish Mahayana Buddhism and divert Buddhist fortune. 183 184
• Accepts Ao Lie as a registered disciple and places disciples into roles supporting the future scripture-acquisition journey. 184 185

Notable Quotes

“From this moment on, in the world of the Great Desolation, there is no longer Lin Xuan from Earth! Only the cultivator of the Great Desolation—Dao Xuan!”
— Dao Xuan 1

“Fellow Daoist Chi You, have you been well? This humble Daoist observes that your brow is dark and you are surrounded by fiend qi. I fear a calamity of blood awaits you.”
— Dao Xuan 100