Primordial Fire

A type of magical fire naturally cultivated by Primal Daoists; it burns with a fraction of the user’s Primal soul power and is significantly more potent than ordinary elemental fire.

A type of magical fire naturally cultivated by Primal Daoists; it burns with a fraction of the user’s Primal soul power and is significantly more potent than ordinary elemental fire.

Story context

Buckle up, fellow Daoists, because this is the chapter where Ji Ning stops playing nice and officially throws down the gauntlet. When a Primal perfection expert from Snowdragon Mountain arrives with all the arrogance of a living legend, he expects the young Wanxiang Adept to kneel. Instead, he gets a serene lotus, a pair of black wings, and a ten-zhang-tall Fiendgod who laughs in the face of fate. The raw, pulse-pounding clash between Plumed Immortal Xueyu and Ji Ning is not just a fight—it's a statement that the rules of engagement have been rewritten. This chapter is a masterclass in Xianxia power scaling, showcasing how a genius with the right foundation, comprehension, and sheer audacity can force even a centuries-old expert to play catch-up. Get ready for a showdown that proves cultivation isn't just about age—it's about the Dao.

Why it matters

- **Watch Ji Ning's calm.** When Xueyu rattles off his power, Ji Ning doesn't flinch or boast. He just casts his spells and sends his swords. The contrast between Xueyu's escalating aggression and Ji Ning's serene, analytical response is the core of this chapter's tension. - **The fight is a test.** Xueyu isn't using his full power from the start—he’s probing. And Ji Ning knows it. Each phase (Fire, Water, Swords) is Xueyu forcing the tempo higher, trying to find a breaking point. The fact that Ji Ning has a flawless counter for each phase reveals the depth of his preparation. - **The final moment is the payoff.** The chapter ends with the epic image of a ten-zhang giant, wings spread, lotus blooming, batting away a legendary attack treasure. This isn't just a victory in a single exchange—it's Ji Ning proving he can play at the highest level of Primal-tier combat. How Xueyu reacts to having his sword deflected will define the next phase of this conflict.

Quick facts

Source novel
Desolate Era
First appearance
The Ten-Zhang Fiendgod
Chapter references
2
Type hints
Ji Ning, Plumed Immortal Xueyu, Snowdragon Mountain
Guide tags
Battle, Power Display, Divine Ability

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Source novel

Desolate Era