Ye Fan

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Ye Fan (叶凡)
Alias(es)	Ye Hei 71
Species/Race	Human; bearer of the Desolate Ancient Sacred Body, later recognized as a Human Saint Body 72 615
Gender	Male
Occupation/Role	Cultivator, seeker of ancient inheritances, and Jiang Ming's sworn-brother-like ally 146 332
Status	Active; a Quasi-Emperor First Heaven cultivator 642
First Appearance	Arrives at the Big Dipper Burial Emperor Star aboard the Nine Dragons Pulling a Coffin 50

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Sea of Bitterness Realm	72	The Saint Fruit of the Desolate Forbidden Land unlocks his Sea of Bitterness and establishes the foundation of his Sacred Body cultivation.
Divine Bridge Realm	114	Reunites with Pang Bo after reaching the Divine Bridge Realm, though he remains far weaker than the major figures around him.
Other Shore Realm	116	Defeats Pang Bo in sparring despite Pang Bo's body being comparable to the Dao Palace Realm.
Fourth Dao Palace Divine Treasure	193	Enters seclusion and breaks through with Divine Source supplied by Jiang Ming.
Four Extremes Secret Realm, Second Stage	242	Breaks the Sacred Body's long-standing Four Extremes barrier and becomes famous after killing the Yin-Yang Sect's Yang Son and Yin Maiden.
Four Extremes Secret Realm, Fourth Stage	279	Advances following the Sacred Cliff expedition and acquisition of Sacred Body inheritance.
Dragon Transformation Realm, Ninth Heavenly Layer	325	Rapidly closes the gap with Jiang Ming after receiving extensive resources and inheritances.
Half-Step Great Ability, First Heaven	326	Advances shortly before the Ascension Land opportunity.
Saint Realm	512	Has become a Saint by the time Jiang Ming reunites with him in the Eternal Star Region.
Saint Realm, Ninth Heaven	538	Fully masters entry into the Divine Forbidden Realm and can contend with many Saint King Ninth Heaven opponents.
Saint King Realm, Third Heaven	573	Outclasses a Ninth-Heaven Saint Heavenly Origin Master while using the battle to refine his techniques.
Great Saint Realm, First Heaven	607	Challenges two Great Saint Ninth Heaven enforcers after suppressing his cultivation for years.
Quasi-Emperor Realm, First Heaven	642	Becomes a near-peerless Quasi-Emperor, with few rivals at the same realm.

Background

Ye Fan reaches the Big Dipper Burial Emperor Star through the Nine Dragons Pulling a Coffin. He survives the Desolate Forbidden Land, consumes its Saint Fruits, returns to youth, and opens the Sea of Bitterness of his Desolate Ancient Sacred Body. The immense resources demanded by that physique initially leave him vulnerable despite its extraordinary potential. 50 72 107

At Spirit Ruins Grotto-Heaven, he and Pang Bo become targets of Old Freak Han. Jiang Ming removes Han's divine-sense mark from Ye Fan and leaves Dao-patterned footprints that Ye Fan uses to comprehend an exceptional movement art. This encounter begins their cautious but increasingly reciprocal partnership. 66 68

Jiang Ming later trades Ye Fan the Dao Scripture's Sea of Bitterness Chapter, the Sacred Light Technique, and a refined Nine Heavens Scarlet Jade King carving knife. In exchange, Ye Fan signs an agreement to assist Jiang Ming in a future life-or-death crisis. 71 72

Although Jiang Ming temporarily retains the Dao Scripture golden page to suppress his Fate Pattern, he eventually returns it to Ye Fan with a letter, explains Pang Bo's situation, and ends the tracking placed on Ye Fan's short sword. Ye Fan interprets this as sincere protection and gains a clearer understanding of the Bronze Ancient Coffin's connection to his greatest inheritance. 84 97

Appearance

After consuming the Desolate Forbidden Land's Saint Fruit, Ye Fan is rejuvenated into a teenager. He frequently conceals his identity through altered appearances because major factions hunt the Desolate Ancient Sacred Body. 72 107 176

• Possesses the exceptionally resilient Desolate Ancient Sacred Body, later called a Human Saint Body. 72 615
• Uses disguises extensively; at one point his altered facial bones leave him visibly battered and distorted. 142
• Often carries his Profound Yellow Mother Qi Cauldron, which becomes his defining Dao weapon. 85 152
• Later dramatically arrives at the Ji Family carrying the Bronze Coffin on his back. 341

Personality

Ye Fan is determined, pragmatic, and highly protective of the people he considers his own. Early in his journey, he refuses to flee with Pang Bo because he does not want Pang Bo to sacrifice his future for him; his helplessness instead becomes motivation to grow stronger. 66 72

He is cautious around benefactors and enemies alike. Though grateful for Jiang Ming's aid, he initially suspects hidden motives and fears being marked again. Over time, he accepts Jiang Ming as an extraordinary and dependable ally, while retaining the sharp, opportunistic traits associated with “Ye Hei.” 68 97 142

His confidence rises with his cultivation. He challenges powerful factions, refuses to be intimidated by ancient bloodlines or the Golden Crow Race, and pursues the restoration of the Sacred Body lineage on his own terms. 279 615

Abilities & Skills

Desolate Ancient Sacred Body

Ye Fan's physique grants exceptional vitality, resilience, and physical strength, but requires immense cultivation resources. Its dormant potential is awakened by the Desolate Forbidden Land's Saint Fruit and later resonates with the Great Accomplished Sacred Body at Sacred Cliff. 72 279

• Breaks the supposed Four Extremes limit of the Sacred Body lineage. 242
• Gains most of a Great Accomplished Sacred Body inheritance through bloodline resonance. 279
• Can contend against opponents above his realm through physical combat. 440
• His cultivation is resource-intensive, making Divine Source and rare treasures essential. 72 193

Nine Secrets and Movement Arts

Jiang Ming's Dao-patterned footprints allow Ye Fan to grasp the “Xing” secret's movement principles, while later inheritances expand his command of the Nine Secrets. 68 151 261

• Xing Secret — Enables extreme movement speed and helps Ye Fan escape Old Freak Han. 68 71
• Jie Secret — Acquired before the Yaoguang Source-vault incident; becomes one of his important inherited techniques. 142
• Dou Secret — Memorized in Purple Mountain with the Bodhi Seed's assistance. 151
• Combines Jiang Ming's movement art with Heavenly Court Killing Dao techniques to defeat Human World assassins. 263

Source Heavenly Master Arts

Ye Fan studies the Source Heavenly Master inheritance under Fifth Master Zhang before entering Purple Mountain. His Source Arts become a defining advantage in treasure hunting, terrain-reading, and formation combat. 146

• Uses Divine Source Stone garments and tools to survive Purple Mountain. 146
• Wields a Divine Source Stone Saber that naturally counters Yin Soldiers and Yin creatures. 152
• Later uses advanced Source Arts and sealing methods to confront a Heavenly Origin Master. 573
• Learns to recognize the dangers of Red Hair, Divine Source, and ancient terrain formations through experience and Jiang Ming's guidance. 151 152

Sacred Body Combat

Ye Fan evolves from a cautious survivor into a direct combatant capable of challenging powerful bloodline heirs and Saint-level opponents. 242 538

• Uses the Five-Element True Fire of his Mother Qi Cauldron against Yin creatures. 152
• Masters the Deliverance Scripture and uses it in battles involving the Heavenly Tyrant Body lineage. 575
• Fully masters the Divine Forbidden Realm by the Saint Ninth Heaven. 538
• Uses Jiang Ming's Heaven-Shrouding Black Hand to instantly crush three Saint King Ninth Heaven guards. 615

Equipment

• Profound Yellow Mother Qi Cauldron — Ye Fan's primary Dao weapon; channels Five-Element True Fire and shelters him during emergencies. 152
• Nine Heavens Scarlet Jade King carving knife / short sword — Refined by Jiang Ming and imbued with hidden sword intent for life-threatening situations. 72 84
• Divine Source Stone Garment and Saber — Source Heavenly Master tools that protect his divine consciousness and counter Yin creatures. 146 152
• Heavenly Court Scepter — A Quasi-Emperor Armament inherited through the Great Accomplished Sacred Body; its full power requires a Saint-level descendant. 279
• Heaven-Swallowing Devil Jar — Later obtained as a complete Emperor Armament divided between Ye Fan's companions. 592
• Bronze Coffin — Carried to the Ji Family during his confrontation with Wang Teng's faction; formidable enough to crush a Great Ability when thrown. 341

Relationships

• Jiang Ming — Benefactor, strategist, and sworn-brother-like ally. Jiang Ming gives Ye Fan techniques, resources, protection, and guidance, while Ye Fan repeatedly repays him through trust, cooperation, and future promises. 72 97 146 332
• Pang Bo — Closest friend and fellow traveler from Earth. Ye Fan repeatedly risks himself to help Pang Bo resist possession and vows to become strong enough to protect him. 66 114 116
• Ji Ziyue — Initially Ye Fan's captive and adversary, later a close companion and preferred marriage partner. Their relationship develops through mutual torment, trust, and repeated shared dangers. 125 340 341
• Xiao Nannan — A cherished young companion who chooses to travel with Ye Fan's group; her departure from Jiang Tingting is emotionally difficult for both girls. 280
• Yan Ruyu — Jiang Ming's ally and Pang Bo's protector. Ye Fan relies on her circle for information about Pang Bo and cooperates with her in major conflicts. 114 573
• Gu Qingyao — A powerful senior whom Ye Fan seeks to befriend by promising a future Saint Fruit. 107
• Qin Yao — A companion Ye Fan reassures and brings on journeys so she can gain experience rather than remain sheltered. 263
• Hua Yunfei — A complex ally and rival whose expanding collection of inheritances makes him a major figure in Ye Fan's wider circle. 428 593

Story Role / Major Arcs

Spirit Ruins and Demon Emperor's Tomb

Ye Fan's early arc establishes his Sacred Body, friendship with Pang Bo, and dependence on scarce resources. He escapes Old Freak Han, gains foundational cultivation methods from Jiang Ming, and enters the struggle around the Demon Emperor's Tomb. 66 72 75

Purple Mountain Expedition

Ye Fan prepares himself rather than relying passively on Jiang Ming, studying Source Heavenly Master Arts before entering Purple Mountain. There, he gains the Dou Secret, helps rescue God-King Jiang Taixu, confronts Yin creatures, and learns the danger surrounding Source Heavenly Master inheritances. 146 151 152

Rise of the Sacred Body

After reaching the Four Extremes Realm, Ye Fan overturns assumptions that the Desolate Ancient Sacred Body cannot advance. His victories over the Yin-Yang Sect's successors make him a major figure in the Eastern Wasteland. 242

At Sacred Cliff, his bloodline resonates with the corpse of a Great Accomplished Sacred Body. He inherits most of its legacy and receives the Heavenly Court Scepter, declaring that he intends to surpass his forebears rather than depend on them. 279

Starry Sky Ancient Road

Ye Fan becomes a Saint, then a Great Saint, while traveling the Human Race's Starry Sky Ancient Road. He protects his companions, confronts corrupt enforcers, and grows into a figure capable of openly opposing Saint Kings, ancient clans, and restricted-zone descendants. 538 540 607 615

Notable Quotes

“Give me time, and I will surpass my forebears.” 279

“I definitely will.” 84

Trivia

• Pang Bo uses “Ye Hei” as Ye Fan's school nickname. 66
• Ye Fan initially imagines his future cauldron as a flying “spaceship.” 85
• Jiang Ming repeatedly treats Ye Fan's extraordinary fortune as a practical asset, relying on him to guide dangerous treasure-hunting expeditions. 146
• Ye Fan considers Jiang Ming's swordsmanship comparable to that of a legendary sword immortal. 84 85