Ye Hao

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Ye Hao (叶昊)
Alias(es)	Hao Shuai; Lord Hao; Protector Ye; Vajra; “Comedy God”
Species/Race	Human; transmigrator
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Black Corner Region / Haotian Hall; formerly affiliated with Soul Hall’s Heavenly Burial Ravine Branch Hall
Occupation/Role	Former blacksmith; alchemist; cultivator; Black Corner Region overlord
Status	Alive
First Appearance	1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Seven-star Dou Grandmaster	6	Received through the Simulator System alongside the Godly Dou God Bloodline and Qi Gathering Powder.
Dou King Peak	48	Reached after accepting the fifth simulation’s Energy Infusion reward.
Eight-star Dou Emperor	69	Broke through after refining the Green Lotus Core Flame with the Saint Grade Heaven Swallowing Art.
Three-star Dou Ancestor	85	Held this cultivation while establishing dominance over the Black Corner Region.
Five-star Dou Ancestor	90	Advanced after refining the Falling Heart Flame.

Simulated-life advancements

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
One-star Dou Grandmaster	1	Achieved before leaving to train in his first simulation.
Dou Ling	2	Reached after traversing the Monster Mountain Range and obtaining treasures from a cave.
Nine-star Dou Emperor	2	Returned to the Misty Cloud Sect at this level after three years away.
Dou Grandmaster	3	Became the Ancient Clan’s first five-year-old Dou Grandmaster.
Dou Ancestor	10	Broke through while traveling with Yun Yun.
Three-star Dou Venerate	20	Advanced following Han Feng’s betrayal and death.
One-star Dou Saint	21	Reached after entering the Central Continent.
Late-stage five-star Dou Saint	21	Attained after clashes with Ice River Valley and the Nine Nether Underworld Python clan.
Nine-star Dou Saint	22	Achieved after receiving the Purple Crystal Winged Lion Clan’s ancient inheritance.

Background / History

Ye Hao was a transmigrator who spent fifteen years as a blacksmith and inherited his father’s blacksmith shop. After obtaining the Simulator System and its three initial simulation opportunities, he gained the Godly Dou God Bloodline, Seven-star Dou Grandmaster cultivation, and a Qi Gathering Powder. He then abandoned blacksmithing as a career and began pursuing cultivation and alchemy. 1 6

His early strength was used to protect Zhang San, the neighbor who had supported him after his father’s death. Ye Hao drove off Galeo and his mercenaries, later defeated Galeo Bi and the Gale Family, and secured funds to relocate Zhang San’s business. 6 11 13

Seeking clues about his missing parents, Ye Hao used the broken Jade Pendant as his main lead. Xun Er’s investigation eventually revealed that he is a direct descendant of the Pill Domain’s Ye Family: his father, Ye Cang, fled the family after marrying a commoner and was pursued by Ye Family experts. Ye Cang ultimately died from his wounds after reaching Wu Tan City. 16 70 104

Ye Hao rose to prominence through alchemy, combat, and political maneuvering. He entered the Black Corner Region, defeated Yuan Yi and destroyed the Eight Fan Gate, then consolidated more than half of the region’s forces under his rule. After killing Old Ghost Demonic and annihilating Magic Flame Valley, he became the region’s acknowledged overlord. 80 82 85

Personality

Ye Hao is pragmatic, ambitious, and highly protective of people who have helped or supported him. His treatment of Zhang San, his willingness to provide resources to allied factions, and his gratitude toward Xun Er’s investigation of his background reflect a strong sense of personal loyalty. 6 70 83

He is also cautious and deceptive when necessary. He adopts disguises and false names, infiltrates organizations such as Soul Hall and Jia Nan Academy, and deliberately provokes the Tian Xin Empire against Soul Hall through impersonation. 13 43 87

His experiences in simulation make him increasingly ruthless toward enemies and betrayal. After Gu He’s actions in the third simulation, Ye Hao concludes that sparing enemies can invite disaster. 10

Appearance

Ye Hao is described as a youthful man whose age initially causes others to underestimate his cultivation and alchemy. His appearance can be altered with the Ice Silkworm Silk mask. 13 17

• Uses the Ice Silkworm Silk mask to conceal his identity and change his appearance. 17
• Often travels under the false identity Hao Shuai. 13
• Later appears in black robes while impersonating a Soul Hall envoy. 87

Abilities & Skills

Cultivation and Dou Qi

Ye Hao possesses the Godly Dou God Bloodline, which he believes gives him the potential to reach at least Dou Saint. His cultivation repeatedly advances through system rewards, Heavenly Flames, pills, inherited techniques, and combat. 6 69 90

• Defeated Galeo Bi and the Gale Family as a Seven-star Dou Grandmaster. 11
• Killed Gu Lang, a Three-star Dou Ancestor, in less than a minute. 82
• Defeated Yuan Yi with a single palm strike. 80
• Uses the Saint Grade Heaven Swallowing Art to refine Heavenly Flames. 69

Alchemy

Ye Hao is an exceptional alchemist whose skill rapidly surpasses established practitioners.

• Presented top-grade Qi Gathering Powder while posing as Hao Shuai; Gu Ni identified him as a fifth-grade Alchemist. 13
• Received sixth-grade Alchemist-related rewards after his third simulation. 10
• Reached fourth-grade Alchemist level after half a year under Yao Chen’s instruction. 40
• Refined a Grade 8 Five-Colored Pill with the Holistic Alchemy Method. 59
• Refined Eighth-grade Venerate Breaking Pills for Jia Nan Academy. 89
• Uses pill lightning to strengthen his cultivation rather than merely defending against it. 89

Soul Power

Ye Hao has unusually formidable Soul Power, allowing him to overwhelm weaker alchemists and detect information unintentionally.

• Used Soul Pressure strong enough to force Gu Ni to kneel. 13
• Demonstrated Spirit Realm Soul Power during his alchemy contest with Gu He. 59
• His sensitive Soul Power overheard Medusa’s private transmission. 69

Heavenly Flames

Ye Hao pursues and refines multiple Heavenly Flames to enhance his cultivation and alchemy.

• Green Lotus Core Flame — refined to reach Eight-star Dou Emperor. 69
• Falling Heart Flame — refined to reach Five-star Dou Ancestor. 90
• Sea Heart Flame — taken from Han Feng. 42
• Bone Spirit Cold Flame — sought through a deal with Yao Chen. 41
• Can fuse three flames in battle, as demonstrated against Protector Jin. 41

Combat Techniques

Ye Hao possesses and acquires several high-level techniques through simulations, inheritance, and exploration.

• Imperial Seal Art — mastered while in the Ancient Clan simulation. 4
• Great Desolate Prison Heaven Finger — used in battle against the Purple Crystal Winged Lion King. 37
• Beast Soul Fusion — acquired from the Purple Crystal Winged Lion Clan’s sealed inheritance. 38
• Evil God Incarnation — manifested a hundred-zhang giant shadow to suppress Magic Flame Valley. 85
• Buddha’s Palm — obtained as a fifth simulation reward. 48

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Broken Jade Pendant — Ye Family heirloom that led to the discovery of Ye Hao’s ancestry. 70 104
• Ice Silkworm Silk mask — magical mask gifted by Ya Fei; alters his appearance. 17
• Qi Gathering Powder — system reward later auctioned through the Miter Auction House. 6 13 16
• Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame map fragments — sought across the Monster Mountain Range, Mo City, and Black Corner Region. 40 70
• Companion Purple Crystal Source — recovered from the Purple Crystal Winged Lion King’s cave mansion. 37
• Seven-colored Snake Scale — given by Medusa; can summon her aid when shattered with Soul Power. 70

Relationships

• Zhang San — Neighbor and benefactor who helped Ye Hao survive difficult years after his father’s death; Ye Hao protects and financially supports him. 6 13
• Gu Xun’er — Childhood companion and fiancée in Ye Hao’s second simulation; in the present, she investigates his Jade Pendant, defends him from Ancient Clan opposition, and openly prioritizes him over her mission. 3 28 83 104
• Yun Yun — Misty Cloud Sect leader and recurring romantic partner across simulations; she travels, cultivates, and competes for Ye Hao’s affection. 9 10 35 87
• Queen Medusa — Initially hostile opponent who becomes Ye Hao’s ally and romantic partner; she bears his child and receives his support in developing the Snake People Tribe. 20 69 70
• Xiao Yi Xian — Ally whom Ye Hao helps after identifying her Calamity Poison Body; she later travels with him and supports him in major conflicts. 21 23 35
• Ya Fei — Miter Auction House chief auctioneer who helps Ye Hao auction pills, obtain ingredients, and acquire the Ice Silkworm Silk mask. 13 17
• Yao Chen — Alchemy mentor and uneasy ally; Ye Hao learns rapidly under his guidance and negotiates for the Bone Spirit Cold Flame. 40 41
• Purple Crystal Winged Lion King — Initially attacks Ye Hao, then recognizes him as its lord and offers to serve as his bodyguard and mount. 37 38
• Nalan Yanran — Childhood sweetheart in Ye Hao’s first simulation; later seeks him out and declares herself his future wife. 1 87
• Gu He — Alchemy and romantic rival whose obsession with Yun Yun leads him to repeatedly oppose Ye Hao. 10 52 59
• Xiao Yan — Rival connected to Nalan Yanran’s broken engagement; their first simulation conflict leads to a Ten-Year Pact. 1 2

Story Role / Major Arcs

Simulator System and Blacksmith Shop

Ye Hao begins as a frustrated blacksmith before receiving the Simulator System. His simulation rewards transform him into a Seven-star Dou Grandmaster and give him the means to oppose the Gale Family, protect Zhang San, and leave his inherited shop behind. 1 6 11

Identity Concealment and Alchemy Rise

Using the name Hao Shuai and the Ice Silkworm Silk mask, Ye Hao avoids Nalan Yanran and Xun Er while building influence through the Miter Auction House. His pills and Soul Power earn Ya Fei and Gu Ni’s respect, while his interest in the broken Jade Pendant starts his search for his lineage. 13 17 26

Monster Mountain Range and Snake People Tribe

Ye Hao obtains the Purple Crystal Winged Lion Clan’s inheritance, gains the Lion King’s service, encounters Medusa, and develops his pursuit of Heavenly Flames. He later assists Medusa and the Snake People Tribe in advancing, earning their lasting loyalty. 37 38 69 70

Black Corner Region Domination

After entering the Black Corner Region, Ye Hao destroys the Eight Fan Gate, defeats Gu Lang, forces major factions into submission, and kills Old Ghost Demonic. These victories establish Haotian Hall and make Ye Hao the region’s dominant power. 80 82 85

Ye Family Lineage

The Jade Pendant investigation reveals Ye Hao’s descent from Ye Cang, the Ye Family genius who fled the Pill Domain with his wife and child. Ye Hao learns that the Ye Family’s own elders pursued his father’s family, leaving Ye Hao determined to uncover the truth himself. 70 104

Trivia

• Ye Hao’s first simulation reward was considered useless by him. 6
• He once worked as a blacksmith for more than a decade before gaining the Simulator System. 10
• In a later simulation, he competed in comedy and earned the title Comedy God. 77
• He is called Lord Nine Eyes by black-robed worshippers after entering another realm in that simulation. 77