Tongtian

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Tongtian (通天)
Alias(es)	Supreme Pure Heavenshaker; Shangqing Saint; Heavenly Venerate of Spiritual Treasures; Sect Master Tongtian 55 56 133 146
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Intercepting Sect; formerly one of the Three Pure Ones
Occupation/Role	Founder and Sect Master of the Intercepting Sect; Saint; sword cultivator
Status	Active; later cultivates in Chaos and challenges Demon Gods to hone his Sword Dao 230
First Appearance	Chapter 20

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Heavenly Dao Saint / future Sage	20	Recognized by Hongjun as one of the Three Pure Ones fated to become disciples; receives the Four Swords of Zhu Xian and the Zhu Xian Formation Diagram.
Unity with the Sword Heavenly Dao	73	Discards distractions and merges with the Sword Heavenly Dao; later fuses himself with the Qingping Sword for a decisive strike against Minghe.
Sword Dao manifestation	140	His sword intent affects the entire Primordial Era, injuring onlookers and inspiring sword cultivators; he is regarded as the foremost figure of the Sword Dao.
Saint-level Sword Dao matching Laozi	143	His cultivation catches up to Laozi’s, while the Immortal Slaying Sword Formation lets him contend against Laozi and Yuanshi together.
Own Dao beyond reliance on the Heavenly Dao	157	Following his victory over Yuanshi, he understands his personal Dao rather than relying solely on the Heavenly Dao.
Sword Dao Fruit	230	Condenses his Dao Fruit within his sword instead of relying on the World Tree; later fights Taiyi’s Time and Space Dao to a draw.

Background / History

Tongtian is one of the Three Pure Ones and is counted among the orthodox lineage of Pangu. At Zixiao Palace, Hongjun accepts him as a disciple and grants him the Four Swords of Zhu Xian and the Zhu Xian Formation Diagram, a formation said to require four Sages to break. Tongtian subsequently receives an exceptional number of additional treasures from Treasure Distribution Cliff. 20 21

His approach to teaching differs sharply from that of his brothers. Tongtian accepts disciples without regard for origin, background, or conduct, building a vast following that includes personal disciples, attendant immortals, inner disciples, and outer disciples. The resulting disorder on Kunlun Mountain contributes to repeated conflict with Yuanshi and plants the seeds of the Three Pure Ones’ eventual split. 35

After leaving Kunlun, Tongtian establishes Jade Beryl Palace on Golden Ao Island in the East Sea as the Intercepting Sect’s dojo. He lectures openly, allowing beings of every kind to hear the Dao; the sect becomes known for “ten thousand immortals paying homage” and is hailed as a foremost Primordial sect. 55

During the Investiture of the Gods calamity, Tongtian initially orders his disciples to remain in their abodes, only to realize that his enemies will draw them into the conflict regardless. Di Xin persuades him to act, and Tongtian deploys the Immortal Slaying Sword Formation against Yuanshi. 133 136

Within the formation, Tongtian’s Sword Dao undergoes a major transformation. His despair over his brothers’ betrayal turns to hope after Nuwa aids him, allowing his sword path to become sharper and more vital rather than merely destructive. He kills Yuanshi and Laozi, severs his brotherhood with them, and renounces the title “Supreme Pure Heavenshaker” in favor of “Tongtian, Sect Master of the Intercepting Sect.” 143 146 147

After the battle, Tongtian annihilates the Heavenly Origin Sect, the Human Religion, and the Western Sect’s disciples involved in the calamity, placing their true spirits on the Investiture of the Gods. He later accepts Shen Gongbao as a disciple and entrusts him with the Investiture. 147 148 149

Following the calamity, Tongtian takes the office of Great Emperor Ziwei of the North Pole and secures prominent heavenly positions for Intercepting Sect disciples. When Yuanshi is resurrected, Tongtian defeats him again in Chaos without relying on the Immortal Slaying Sword Formation. 152 153 156 157

Personality

Tongtian is proud, emotionally direct, and fiercely protective of his disciples. His willingness to teach all beings without distinction earns him broad admiration, but his indiscriminate recruitment also becomes a source of conflict with Yuanshi and Laozi. 35 55 56

He initially tries to keep the Intercepting Sect out of the Investiture of the Gods calamity, demonstrating both attachment to his disciples and a degree of political naivety. When he learns that Yuanshi has acted against them, he becomes cold, resentful, and unwilling to preserve brotherly harmony at their expense. 133 139

Tongtian’s later conduct is markedly harsher. After killing his brothers, he methodically eliminates enemy sect disciples to settle karmic debts and end the calamity. Even Nuwa observes that his previous friendly and approachable nature has been replaced by a murderous ruthlessness. 147 148 149

Despite this severity, he remains capable of gratitude and generosity. He openly thanks Nuwa for aiding him, grants Zhao Gongming the Three-Grade Golden Lotus, promotes Shen Gongbao and others to personal disciples, and bestows the Heart-Piercing Lock upon Shen Gongbao. 145 151 154

Abilities & Skills

Sword Dao

Tongtian is the Primordial Era’s foremost sword cultivator, possessing a Sword Dao so profound that it manifests across the world and becomes an object of reverence for other sword cultivators. 140

• Merges with the Sword Heavenly Dao and, at his limit, with the Qingping Sword itself. 73
• His sword intent can injure those who witness it; stronger cultivators suffer greater impact. 140
• His sword strikes can destroy Laozi’s One Qi Transforms into Three Pure Ones manifestations. 143
• Later severed one-third of Buddhism’s gathered Destiny with a single sword strike. 167
• His Sword Dao Fruit allows his sword to shatter time and space and fight Taiyi to a draw. 230

Immortal Slaying Sword Formation

A supreme killing formation formed from the Four Swords of Zhu Xian and the Zhu Xian Formation Diagram. Hongjun states that it cannot be broken without four Sages. 20 21

• Creates four gates and gathers the killing intent of heaven, earth, humanity, and the calamity itself. 136
• Becomes especially powerful during a calamity, when malevolent and murderous qi amplifies it beyond an Innate Supreme Treasure. 139
• Strengthens Tongtian as a battle within it continues. 143
• Allows him to oppose Laozi and Yuanshi simultaneously and ultimately kill both during the Investiture of the Gods calamity. 143 146 147

Saint Physiology and Dao Independence

Tongtian is a Heavenly Dao Saint, but later develops a personal Dao that gives him the possibility of eventually breaking free from Heavenly Dao restrictions. 157 164

• Can survive and continue fighting after severe Saint-level injuries. 156
• Kills Yuanshi in Chaos after the latter’s resurrection, proving his strength is not dependent on the Immortal Slaying Sword Formation. 156 157
• Condenses his Dao Fruit directly into his sword rather than upon the World Tree. 230

Destiny Severance

Tongtian’s Sword Dao can affect intangible concepts rather than only physical targets. 147 167

• Severed his Destiny/Fortune connection with Laozi, formally ending their brotherhood. 147
• Cut away and claimed one-third of Buddhism’s Destiny despite Jieyin and Zhunti’s defensive treasures. 167

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Qingping Sword — Tongtian’s primary sword; he can merge with it in battle. 73 140
• Four Swords of Zhu Xian — Four supreme swords used to establish the Immortal Slaying Sword Formation. 20 21
• Zhu Xian Formation Diagram — Formation diagram paired with the Four Swords of Zhu Xian. 20 136
• Three-Grade Golden Lotus — Cut from the Twelve-Grade Merit Golden Lotus; bestowed upon Zhao Gongming for defense. 150 151
• Heart-Piercing Lock — A top-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure personally worn by Tongtian before he gives it to Shen Gongbao. 154
• God-Beating Whip — Taken after Jiang Ziya’s death and entrusted to Shen Gongbao for the Investiture of the Gods. 148

Relationships

• Laozi — Elder brother among the Three Pure Ones. Their attempt at reconciliation fails during the Immortal Slaying Sword Formation battle; Tongtian later severs their Destiny connection and kills him. 139 147
• Yuanshi Tianzun — Second brother and principal rival. Their sect conflict escalates into open war; Tongtian kills Yuanshi during the calamity and defeats him again after his resurrection. 35 146 156 157
• Nuwa — Junior sister and crucial ally during the Investiture of the Gods calamity. She restrains Jieyin and Zhunti, enabling Tongtian to overcome Laozi and Yuanshi. 143 145
• Hongjun — Master who accepts Tongtian as a disciple and grants him the Four Swords of Zhu Xian and formation diagram. 20 21
• Di Xin — Human Emperor who persuades Tongtian to confront the calamity and explains Minghe’s intention for the Saints to overcome it themselves. 133
• Zhao Gongming — Intercepting Sect disciple later promoted to personal disciple; receives the Three-Grade Golden Lotus from Tongtian. 151 154
• San Xiao — Yunxiao, Qiongxiao, and Bixiao are Intercepting Sect disciples later promoted to Tongtian’s personal disciples. 35 154
• Shen Gongbao — Former Heavenly Origin Sect disciple accepted by Tongtian; becomes his fifth personal disciple and takes charge of the Investiture of the Gods. 148 154
• Jieyin and Zhunti — Western Sages whom Tongtian fights repeatedly; he destroys their sect’s disciples, cuts three grades from their Merit Golden Lotus, and later seizes one-third of Buddhism’s Destiny. 149 150 167
• Taiyi — Fellow powerful cultivator whose Time and Space Dao battles Tongtian’s Sword Dao to a draw. 230

Story Role / Major Arcs

Arc	Role
Zixiao Palace and Treasure Distribution	Becomes Hongjun’s disciple and gains the Four Swords of Zhu Xian, the Zhu Xian Formation Diagram, and numerous other spiritual treasures. 20 21
Founding the Intercepting Sect	Leaves Kunlun for Golden Ao Island, establishes Jade Beryl Palace, and builds the largest openly taught sect in the Primordial Era. 35 55
Battle against Minghe	Faces Minghe alongside other Saints and pushes his Sword Heavenly Dao to its limit, merging with the Qingping Sword. 73
Investiture of the Gods Calamity	Deploys the Immortal Slaying Sword Formation, gains Nuwa’s aid, defeats the other Saints, and destroys rival sect disciples to settle the calamity. 136 143 146 149
Heavenly Court restructuring	Negotiates with Haotian, joins the Investiture of the Gods physically, becomes Great Emperor Ziwei of the North Pole, and secures posts for his disciples. 152 153
Post-calamity Dao evolution	Defeats Yuanshi again, realizes his own Dao, and later steals a third of Buddhism’s Destiny. 156 157 167
Chaos cultivation	Refines a Sword Dao Fruit within his sword and duels Taiyi to a draw. 230

Notable Quotes

“Big Brother! Come and feel my Dao! My Sword Dao!” 140

“You may leave. With you alone, it seems you cannot break my formation.” 141

“I! Am stronger than you!” 156

Trivia

• Tongtian’s title Heavenly Venerate of Spiritual Treasures reflects the extraordinary number of treasures he received from Treasure Distribution Cliff. 56
• He is described as having the best reputation among the Three Pure Ones before the Investiture of the Gods calamity. 56
• After killing Yuanshi, he explicitly abandons the title Supreme Pure Heavenshaker and identifies himself solely as Sect Master Tongtian. 146
• His Dao Fruit is unusual because it is condensed within his sword rather than upon the World Tree. 230