Yuanshi

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Yuanshi (元始)
Alias(es)	Jade Purity; Celestial Worthy of Primordial Beginning; Yuanshi Tianzun 1 101 109
Species/Race	One of the Three Pure Ones; formed from Pangu's primordial spirit 1
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Pangu Sect; Chan Sect
Occupation/Role	Founder and Saint of the Chan Sect; one of the Heavenly Dao Saints 85
Status	Active 113
First Appearance	Chapter 1 (as one of the untransformed Three Pure Ones) 1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal	3	Reached this realm after taking form and overcoming the Transformation Tribulation alongside Laozi. 3
Late-stage Grand Luo Golden Immortal	41	Identified at this level while accompanying Hongjun's party toward the Western World. 41
Early Quasi-Sage	58	Broke through alongside Laozi before Tongtian returned to Kunlun Mountain with new disciples. 58
Heavenly Dao Saint	85	Established the Chan Sect, received Heavenly Dao Merit, and refined Primordial Violet Qi with his Heaven-Opening Merit. 85

Background

Yuanshi originated as one of the Three Pure Ones, three light orbs nurtured on Kunlun Mountain from Pangu's primordial spirit and protected by immense creation merit. Although Tongtian transformed first, Yuanshi and Laozi regarded themselves as Tongtian's elder brothers, making the question of seniority an early source of discomfort. 1 3

After transforming, Yuanshi attained the Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal realm and wielded the Yuqing Celestial Light, his origin divine ability. Tongtian later comprehended this technique by observing Yuanshi and Laozi transcend their tribulations. 3

Personality

Yuanshi is deeply prideful and highly conscious of status, especially his identity as a Pangu Sect Disciple, elder brother, and later a Saint. He reacts strongly when outsiders diminish the Three Pure Ones' reputation, even while struggling against Eastern Duke. 39 48

His relationship with Tongtian deteriorates as Tongtian's cultivation, spiritual treasures, allies, and reputation outpace his own. Yuanshi repeatedly interprets Tongtian's success as selfishness or scheming, resents being overshadowed, and is unwilling to concede fault even when urged to apologize to Nüwa. 46 69 80 82 113

He is also ambitious and faction-minded. After becoming a Saint, he founds the Chan Sect in the name of following Heaven's will, recruits disciples aggressively, and seeks influence over the Human Race and the Celestial Court. 85 101 108 112

Abilities & Skills

Yuqing Celestial Light

Yuanshi's origin divine ability as the Jade Purity member of the Three Pure Ones. 3

• Used as his strongest divine ability during his battle with Eastern Duke. 48
• Its power can be weakened or neutralized by sufficiently powerful defensive spiritual treasures. 48

Heavenly Dao Saint Cultivation

Yuanshi attained Sainthood by founding the Chan Sect and refining Primordial Violet Qi with Heavenly Dao Merit and Heaven-Opening Merit. 85

• Possesses an indestructible Saintly constitution; he survives after Tongtian shatters his physical body. 106
• Can unleash the full power of a Heavenly Dao Saint through the Pangu Banner. 106
• His Saintly status does not guarantee victory against Tongtian, who later severely wounds and suppresses him. 87 106

Formation and Disciple Recruitment

Yuanshi established a major formation at Kunlun Mountain to test prospective Chan Sect disciples. 101

• Taoist Randeng passed the formation with late-stage Quasi-Sage cultivation. 101
• Yuanshi accepted Randeng as Chan Sect Vice-Leader rather than a disciple, citing their shared status among the Purple Cloud Palace guests. 101

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Pangu Banner — Innate Supreme Treasure used to release Heaven-Splitting Blades and confront Tongtian's treasures. 80 106
• Three Treasures Jade Scepter — Top-Grade Innate Spiritual Treasure used in combat against Mora and Eastern Duke. 42 48

Relationships

• Laozi — Fellow member of the Three Pure Ones and elder brother. They jointly feel eclipsed by Tongtian, separate from him, later attain Sainthood, and coordinate against him. 46 69 85 106
• Tongtian — Younger brother turned principal rival. Yuanshi resents Tongtian's superior opportunities and power, fights him repeatedly, and is ultimately severely wounded by him. 69 80 87 106
• Hongjun — Master and Dao Ancestor. Yuanshi receives Primordial Violet Qi through Hongjun's lineage and participates in Hongjun's plans for the Heavenly Dao and Celestial Court. 76 85 112
• Nüwa — Junior sister and fellow Saint. Yuanshi distrusts her closeness to Tongtian and clashes with her over involvement in the Great Tribulation. 82 100 113
• Taoist Randeng — Chan Sect Vice-Leader. Yuanshi grants him a Top-Grade Innate Spiritual Treasure after accepting him into the sect. 101
• Twelve Golden Immortals — Yuanshi's twelve personal disciples, whom he promotes as candidates capable of serving as Heavenly Emperor. 101 112

Story Role / Major Arcs

Early Three Pure Ones Era

Yuanshi transforms after Tongtian and reaches the Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal realm. He later accompanies Laozi, Tongtian, Hongjun, and others toward the Western World to confront Rahou, but his inferior speed and cultivation make him a burden during the journey and battle. 3 41 42 45

Growing Resentment of Tongtian

As Tongtian accumulates treasures and advances to the Primordial Golden Immortal realm, Yuanshi grows jealous and increasingly sensitive about his own status. He struggles against Eastern Duke, while Tongtian considers the challenger too weak to warrant immediate intervention. 46 47 48

Yuanshi and Laozi eventually initiate the division of the Three Pure Ones. Tongtian removes Shangqing Hall from Kunlun Mountain and departs, ending their shared residence. 69 70

Founding of the Chan Sect

Yuanshi establishes the Chan Sect on Kunlun Mountain, declaring that its teachings follow Heaven's will. The resulting Heavenly Dao Merit and his Heaven-Opening Merit allow him to refine Primordial Violet Qi and become a Heavenly Dao Saint. 85

As Chan Sect leader, he recruits disciples, appoints Taoist Randeng as Vice-Leader, and competes with the Jie Sect for influence over the Human Race's Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors. 101 108 109

Conflict with Tongtian and the Earthly Way

Yuanshi joins Laozi, Jieyin, and Zhunti in attempts to suppress Tongtian during the conflict surrounding Hong Yun and later Houtu's awakening of the Earthly Way. 87 90 91

After Tongtian proves the Primordial Golden Immortal realm, Yuanshi attacks him at full strength with the Pangu Banner. Tongtian counters with multiple supreme treasures, the Ancestral Witch True Body, and the Three Styles of Creation, shattering Yuanshi's body and leaving him severely wounded. 106

Investiture of the Gods

Yuanshi supports Hongjun's plan to establish the Celestial Court and fill its 365 proper god positions through the Investiture List. He competes for influence over the Celestial Court and opposes the Jie Sect's predominance among the Human Race. 112 113

Notable Quotes

“I, Yuanshi, today feel that the Dao lineages in the Primordial World are incomplete. Today, I establish the Chan Sect on Kunlun Mountain! My Chan Sect's teachings follow the will of heaven.” 85

“Even if her cultivation surpasses ours, I will absolutely not apologize to her!” 113