Mo Dao Zu Shi (MDZS)

The main stages: bowing to heaven and earth - recognition of fate and higher powers;

bowing to parents or teachers - a very important moment in the context of the work, because the theme of teacher and student is central here;

bowing to each other - the most intimate gesture, which in this world weighs more than words.

After that - the exchange of cups of wine. This is a symbol of the union of lives.

Qishan Wen Clan Basic Information One of the Great Cultivation Sects Location: Qishan Headquarters: Nightless City Symbol: Sun / flame motif Known for military dominance and extreme authoritarian rule (at its peak) Appearance (Clan Style) Red and black robes Sun and flame insignia Militaristic and intimidating aesthetic Heavy use of armor and formal authority symbols Overall atmosphere of fear and power Clan Personality Highly authoritarian structure Power-based hierarchy Harsh and oppressive rule during its peak Control through fear and absolute dominance Internal instability in leadership succession Special Traits One of the most powerful military sects Dominated the cultivation world during its peak Major source of conflict with other sects Eventually collapsed after the Sunshot Campaign

Character Card — Wang Lingjiao Basic Information Name: Wang Lingjiao Gender: Female Role: Servant / favored concubine of Wen Chao Affiliation: Wen Chao’s inner circle

Appearance

Flashy and slightly arrogant appearance

Often dressed in red and gold noble-style robes

Proud facial expression

Tries to appear superior to others

Personality

Arrogant and power-hungry

Enjoys the status given by Wen Chao

Cruel toward those weaker than her

Instigates conflict and humiliation of others

Special Traits

Participated in the oppression of Lotus Pier

Holds no real political power, only borrowed influence

Represents petty cruelty enabled by authority

Character Card — Wen Zhuliu Basic Information Name: Wen Zhuliu Title: “Core-Melting Hand” Gender: Male Affiliation: Qishan Wen Clan Role: Personal bodyguard of Wen Chao

Appearance

Average height, calm presence

Red robes of the Wen Clan

Emotionless, composed expression

Always appears controlled and quiet

Personality

Silent and extremely loyal

Follows orders without hesitation

Emotionally restrained

Prioritizes duty over morality

Special Traits

Possesses a technique that can destroy a cultivator’s core

One of the most dangerous enforcers of the Wen Clan

Symbol of absolute obedience and discipline

Character Card — Wen Ning Basic Information Name: Wen Ning Title: Ghost General Gender: Male Role: Cultivator → turned into powerful spirit corpse

Appearance

Before death: shy, gentle young man

After transformation: pale skin, glowing eyes, chains

Always looks slightly timid or confused

Personality

Kind-hearted and gentle

Extremely shy and soft-spoken

Loyal to those he trusts

Does not wish to harm others

Character Card — Wen Qing Basic Information Name: Wen Qing Gender: Female Role: Medical cultivator (healer) of the Wen Clan

Appearance

Calm and composed expression

Red robes of the Wen Clan

Always focused and serious

Personality

Intelligent and disciplined

Skilled healer

Strong moral awareness

Deeply protective of her family

Character Card — Wen Chao Basic Information Name: Wen Chao Gender: Male Role: Heir of the Wen Clan

Appearance

Arrogant and self-satisfied expression

Red noble robes

Always looks smug or dismissive

Personality

Spoiled and arrogant

Cruel toward the weak

Relies heavily on his father’s power

Lacks real strength or discipline

Often impulsive and arrogant

Character Card — Wen Ruohan Basic Information Name: Wen Ruohan Title: Clan Leader of the Wen Clan Gender: Male Role: Supreme ruler of Qishan Wen Clan Power: Fire-based spiritual cultivation

Appearance

Tall and imposing

Luxurious red robes

Cold, emotionless expression

Aura of absolute authority

Personality

Tyrannical and ruthless

Obsessed with power and control

Sees strength as the only law

Harsh and unforgiving ruler

Extremely dominant personality

Special Traits

The most powerful cultivator of his era

Controlled multiple sects through fear

His downfall triggered the major war in the cultivation world

Qinghe Nie Clan Basic Information One of the Great Cultivation Sects Location: Qinghe Known as the “Warrior Clan” Signature weapon: large saber (dao) Reputation: extremely powerful but emotionally unstable due to cursed saber energy Appearance (Clan Style) Dark, practical robes (less decorative than other clans) Strong, militaristic aesthetic Heavy weapons and armor influence Intimidating and battle-ready presence Clan Personality Extremely combat-focused Values strength, honor, and loyalty Aggressive fighting style Inner instability caused by “saber rage” energy buildup Strong leadership is crucial for stability Special Traits Uses large sabers requiring immense physical strength One of the strongest martial combat clans Members often struggle with emotional control due to saber cultivation Internal conflict is common when leadership is weak

Character Card — Nie Mingjue Basic Information Name: Nie Mingjue Title: Chifeng-Zun Gender: Male Role: Clan Leader of the Nie Clan Weapon: Baxia saber

Appearance

Tall and extremely muscular build

Fierce and stern expression

Military-style clothing

Always looks like a battlefield commander

Personality

Straightforward and strict

Strong sense of justice

Hates betrayal

Highly disciplined but short-tempered

Honest and uncompromising

Special Traits

One of the strongest cultivators of his era

Suffers from saber “bloodthirst” corruption

His downfall becomes a major tragedy in the story

Character Card — Nie Huaisang Basic Information Name: Nie Huaisang Gender: Male Role: Young Clan Leader of the Nie Clan

Appearance

Delicate and harmless-looking

Always carries a folding fan

Soft, non-combat appearance

Elegant but seemingly lazy demeanor

Personality

Appears carefree and weak

Actually intelligent and highly observant

Skilled at hiding true intentions

Avoids direct responsibility

Lanling Jin Clan Main Information One of the Great Cultivation Sects Location: Lanling Headquarters: Jinlintai (Golden Carp Tower) Known for wealth, power, and political influence Symbol: golden carp and luxurious aesthetics Appearance (Clan Style) White and gold luxurious robes Elegant but flashy design Heavy use of gold ornaments Carp motifs everywhere Status-focused visual identity Character (Clan Traits) Ambitious and power-driven Politically strategic Proud and status-conscious Often involved in internal power struggles Reputation for corruption within leadership Special Features One of the richest sects in the cultivation world Strong political influence over other clans Frequently involved in conspiracies and alliances Power often matters more than discipline

Madam Jin Basic Information Name: Madam Jin Gender: Female Affiliation: Lanling Jin Clan Role: Noble lady of the Jin Clan, wife of the clan leader Status: High-ranking aristocratic figure

Appearance

Elegant and refined noblewoman

Luxurious gold and white-gold robes

Carefully styled hair with ornaments

Cold, proud expression

Radiates wealth and high status

Personality

Proud and status-conscious

Strong-willed and socially influential

Often sharp and strict in speech

Protective of her family’s reputation

Highly concerned with honor and hierarchy

Special Traits

Mother of Jin Zixuan

Holds significant influence within the Jin household

Strong presence in clan politics indirectly

Known for her strict and demanding nature

Associations

Gold and luxury

Authority and prestige

Social pressure and hierarchy

Strict maternal expectations

Political tension within the Jin Clan

Character Card — Jin Guangshan Basic Information Full Name: Jin Guangshan Gender: Male Title: Clan Leader of Lanling Jin Role: Cultivator, political leader

Appearance

Wealthy and noble appearance

Golden luxurious robes

Confident and arrogant expression

Personality

Manipulative

Power-hungry

Politically cunning

Self-centered

Disregards consequences for others

Special Traits

Had many illegitimate children

His actions caused major conflicts in the cultivation world

Symbol of corruption and abuse of power

Character Card — Jin Zixuan Basic Information Full Name: Jin Zixuan Gender: Male Role: Heir of the Jin Clan

Appearance

Elegant and noble

White and gold robes

Refined and aristocratic look

Personality

Initially proud and cold

Later becomes more understanding and mature

Capable of fairness and sincerity

Special Traits

Husband of Jiang Yanli

Father of Jin Ling

His death becomes a major turning point in the story

Character Card — Jin Guangyao Basic Information Full Name: Meng Yao / Jin Guangyao Title: Lianfang-Zun Gender: Male Role: Cultivator, strategist, politician

Appearance

Always polite and smiling

Clean, perfect appearance

Gentle and harmless look

Personality

Extremely intelligent

Master manipulator

Two-faced (kind outside, ruthless inside)

Strategic and calculating

Special Traits

Illegitimate son of Jin Guangshan

One of the most powerful political figures in the sect

Played a key role in major cultivation world conflicts

Character Card — Jin Ling Basic Information Full Name: Jin Ling Gender: Male Role: Young master of the Jin Clan

Appearance

Young and proud

Gold clan robes

Often angry or tense expression

Personality

Proud and stubborn

Deep down kind-hearted

Easily irritated but loyal

Emotionally sensitive about family

Special Traits

Son of Jin Zixuan and Jiang Yanli

Has a spiritual dog named Fairy

One of the youngest heirs of the Jin Clan

Gusu Lan Clan Main Information One of the Great Cultivation Sects in the cultivation world Location: Gusu Headquarters: Cloud Recesses (Guanyin Pavilion / Cloud Recesses estate) Known for strict discipline and thousands of rules Symbolizes purity, order, and moral cultivation Appearance (Clan Style) White and light-blue robes Neat and formal attire Forehead ribbon (Lan clan headband) Elegant, minimal, and refined aesthetic Calm and disciplined atmosphere Character (Clan Traits) Extremely strict rules (3000+ regulations) High self-control and discipline Educated and scholarly tradition Reserved emotional expression Strong sense of justice and propriety Special Features Famous for music-based cultivation techniques Uses the guqin (zither) in combat and spiritual practice One of the most respected sects among cultivators Focus on moral integrity and self-improvement

Character Card - Lan Sizhui Full Name: Lan Yuan Also Known As: Lan Sizhui Gender: Male Affiliation: Gusu Lan Clan

Appearance

Young and gentle-looking

Warm, soft expression

White Lan robes

Calm and kind demeanor

Personality

Polite and respectful

Compassionate and intelligent

Emotionally open compared to other Lans

Observant and responsible

Special Traits

Raised in the Lan Clan under Lan Wangji

Has connections to Wei Wuxian’s past

One of the most talented young disciples

Character Card - Lan Jingyi Full Name: Lan Jingyi Gender: Male Affiliation: Gusu Lan Clan

Appearance

Young and energetic

Expressive face

White Lan robes

Lively eyes and gestures

Personality

Loud and outspoken (unusual for Lan disciples)

Emotional and impulsive

Honest and straightforward

Good-hearted despite breaking rules often

Special Traits

Frequently breaks Lan rules accidentally or intentionally

Close friend of Lan Sizhui

Adds humor and chaos to the disciplined clan

Full Name: Lan Qiren Gender: Male Role: Elder and teacher of the Gusu Lan Clan

Appearance Strict and serious face

Neatly styled hair

White Lan robes

Stern expression

Personality

Extremely disciplined and traditional

Strict teacher, enforcer of rules

Values order and etiquette highly

Wise and knowledgeable

Special Traits

Educated both Lan Xichen and Lan Wangji

Known for enforcing the clan’s rules strictly

Symbol of Lan traditions and discipline

Full Name: Lan Huan Another name: Lan Xichen Title: Zewu-Jun Gender: Male Affiliation: Gusu Lan Clan Role: Clan Leader Weapon: Liebing flute

Appearance

Gentle and elegant face

Warm smile

Long dark hair

White and blue Lan robes

Calm and noble presence

Personality

Kind and diplomatic

Patient and understanding

Avoids unnecessary conflict

Caring toward others

Emotionally mature and supportive

Special Traits

Older brother of Lan Wangji

Highly respected across all sects

Skilled in spiritual music techniques

Full Name: Lan Zhan Alternative:Lan Wangji Title: Hanguang-Jun Gender: Male Affiliation: Gusu Lan Clan Weapons: Bichen sword, Wangji guqin Role: Cultivator

Appearance

Tall and strikingly handsome

Long black hair

Pale, cold expression

White robes of the Lan Clan

Forehead ribbon symbolizing discipline

Personality

Quiet and reserved

Extremely disciplined and principled

Speaks little, acts more

Deeply loyal and protective

Emotionally intense but hidden under calm exterior

Special Traits

One of the strongest cultivators of his generation

Master of music-based spiritual techniques

Known for flawless reputation

Strong moral code

Basic Information Full Name: Yu Jiyuan Alternative Name: Ms. Yu Gender: Female Activity: Cultivator Origin: Yunmeng Jiang Order Title: Purple Spider Appearance Exquisite and strict Long dark hair Sharp gaze Wearing purple robes Her presence looks threatening and majestic Character Harsh and demanding Sharp tongue Very strong in spirit Protected her family at all costs Rarely showed tenderness openly Specialties Former owner of Jidianyu One of the most dangerous female cultivators of her time Even her allies feared her

Yunmeng Jiang Clan Basic Information One of the Great Cultivation Sects in Mo Dao Zu Shi Location: Yunmeng (a region of lakes and rivers) Headquarters: Lotus Pier Symbol: lotus flower Colors: purple and dark violet robes Philosophy: freedom, flexibility, and emotional openness in cultivation Appearance (Clan Style) Purple robes with light decorative patterns Lightweight, practical clothing for water-based combat Strong connection to lakes, boats, and lotus scenery More relaxed appearance compared to stricter sects like Gusu Lan Clan Personality Values freedom and individuality Strong family-like bonds among disciples Emotional and straightforward culture Less rigid rules compared to other sects Strong sense of personal honor and loyalty Special Traits Water-based cultivation techniques Highly adaptable fighting style Known as the most “home-like” of the Great Sects Deep family structure within the sect Symbol of lost peace after tragedy

Basic Information Full Name: Jiang Fengmian Gender: Male Title: Head of the Yunmeng Jiang Order Activity: Cultivator Origin: Yunmeng Jiang Order Appearance Calm and reserved appearance Dark hair gathered in a traditional hairstyle Soft gaze Wearing the purple robes of the order Character Wise and balanced Patient Avoided unnecessary cruelty Was kind to the disciples of the order Often seemed emotionally detached Specialties Adopted Wei Wuxian into the Jiang family Was respected as the head of the order Symbolized the tranquility of the Lotus Pier Relationships Wife — Yu Ziyuan Son — Jiang Cheng Daughter — Jiang Yanli Adopted son — Wei Wuxian

Full Name: Jiang Yanli Gender: Female Occupation: Noble Lady of the Jiang Order Origin: Yunmen Jiang Order Appearance Long dark hair Soft features Warm and calm gaze Light purple robes Looks gentle and gentle Character Very kind and caring Patient Calm even in difficult situations Always supported loved ones Trying to reconcile people around her Specialties Was an emotional support for Wei Wuxian and Jiang Chen Known for her lotus root soup A symbol of home warmth for the Jiang family

Full Name: Jiang Cheng Alternative Name: Jiang Wanyin Title: Head of the Yunmeng Jiang Order Gender: Male Job Type: Cultivator Origin: Yunmeng Jiang Order Weapon: Jidian, Sandu Sword Element/Power: Spiritual Energy, Jiang Order Techniques Appearance Tall and slender Dark hair, neatly combed Cold and stern gaze Wears the purple robes of the Yunmeng Jiang Order Often appears reserved and tense Character Hot-tempered Stubborn and proud Extremely loyal to family Strict to himself and others Bad at showing true emotions Often hides pain and loneliness behind anger Characteristics One of the strongest cultivators of his generation Inherited Jidian from his mother Restored the order after its fall Known for its harshness towards disciples and demonic cultivators

Full name: Wei Ying Title: Patriarch of Yilin Nickname: Wei Wuxian Gender: Male Activity: Cultivator, founder of the demonic path Origin: Yunmeng Jiang Order Weapon: Suibian sword, Chenqin flute Element/power: demonic cultivation, control of resentful energy

Appearance

Tall and thin

Long black hair, often tied with a red ribbon

Gray or dark eyes with a mocking look

Mostly wears black clothes with red details

Smile almost always looks light and carefree, even in dangerous moments

Character

Charismatic

Very intelligent and resourceful

Likes to break the rules

Sarcastic and playful

Loyal to loved ones

Often hides his own pain behind joking

Can be cruel to enemies when it comes to protecting those he loves

Features

Created a demonic cultivation path

One of the strongest cultivators of his time

Plays the flute wonderfully

Has a very strong spiritual presence

Returned in another body after death