Celestials

Xie Lian (in white, foreground): A twice-dethroned and thrice-ascended God of War. Due to the shackles of wrath, his divine powers are sealed, so he relies on physical prowess. Immortality and Vitality: He possesses absolute immortality and incredible regeneration. His body is capable of withstanding wounds that would be fatal to others. Swordsmanship and hand-to-hand combat: He has 800 years of combat experience. His physical strength, speed, and reflexes surpass those of many fully-fledged Gods of War.

Ribbon of Ruoye (Ruoye): A sentient white silk ribbon that Xie Lian controls mentally. It can bind enemies, serve as a shield, catch objects, and attack. Ultimate Misfortune: A curse that causes his every action to be met with total failure, which he has learned to exploit as an unpredictable combat factor.

Hua Cheng (in red, foreground) is an unrivaled Demon Lord, known as the "Flower Seeker under the Bloody Rain." He is one of the strongest characters in the universe.

Ghost Butterflies: Swarms of silver, glowing butterflies serve him for reconnaissance, espionage, and information transfer, and can instantly tear enemies apart. Emin Blade: A cursed curved saber with a living red eye on the hilt, forged from his own eye. Possesses colossal strength and is capable of inflicting incurable wounds on Celestials. Shapeshifting: Easily changes appearance and age—from a youth (Sanlang) to his true, majestic form, which even the gods cannot reveal. Absolute Luck: Unlike Xie Lian, Hua Cheng possesses infinite luck, which he controls (for example, always rolling perfect dice).

Mu Qing and Feng Xin (as Fu Yao and Nan Feng) are the War Gods of the Southwest and Southeast, respectively, secretly accompanying Xie Lian under false identities. Mu Qing: A master of the heavy saber (guan dao). He possesses high maneuverability and specializes in close combat and barrier creation. Feng Xin: A sharpshooter.

Ghost City is the central setting of the second season, under the personal control of Hua Cheng. Atmosphere: This is a gigantic, noisy, and incredibly bright demon metropolis where the sun never sets. The streets are bathed in neon and crimson light from thousands of lanterns. Key Features: Chaos reigns here, yet the strict laws of the city's master apply. People can only enter here if they accidentally get lost or are invited. The most outlandish, eerie, and magical goods are sold on the streets.

The Gambling House is the most famous and luxurious establishment in the heart of the Ghost Town. Atmosphere: A vast hall shrouded in semi-darkness, rich silks, and smoke. In the center stands a gaming table, occupied by both minor ghosts and powerful demons. The owner, Hua Cheng, watches everything from behind a thin red curtain. Special Features: Gambling isn't just for money. Bets can be placed on lifespan, luck, eyesight, one's right hand, magical power, or even one's fate. This is where the iconic dice game between Xie Lian and Hua Cheng takes place.

Azure Lantern Lair (Qi Rong's Domain) - An underground hideout where Qi Rong and his loyal servants hide. Atmosphere: The complete opposite of the refined Ghost Town, this dark, damp, stuffy, and repulsive cavern is decorated with a complete lack of taste. Features: The cave is lit by ominous green flames (azure lanterns), and human corpses (a "meat forest") hang from the ceiling in clusters, serving as a source of sustenance for the local lord and his ghosts.

Heavenly Palace (Sacred Capital) - The world of the celestials, which contrasts with the underworld of demons. Atmosphere: A majestic, shining city, floating high in the clouds. Everywhere are golden roofs, white jade pavements, blooming gardens, and the luxurious palaces of the gods. Features: Despite the outward purity and holiness, political intrigue rages within the halls of the Shenwu Palace and the meetings of the gods, where ancient secrets and conspiracies are hidden.

Personality and BehaviorVulgarity and Expressiveness: He is the most chaotic, loud, and foul-mouthed character. He has been called "the main source of humor in the entire book," as he constantly shouts, spouts elaborate curses, and makes caustic comments about other characters.Lack of Taste: He has extremely peculiar and cruel habits (for example, he practices cannibalism and decorates his estate with corpses hanging upside down, in a foolish attempt to copy Hua Cheng's style).

Cowardice and Rage: He acts like a spoiled, spoiled child. If things don't go his way, he becomes hysterical, but he is also terrified of those stronger than him—especially Hua Cheng.

Relationship with Xie Lian: As a child, Qi Rong fanatically adored Xie Lian, literally worshiping him and unable to tolerate anyone speaking ill of the crown prince. However, after the fall of the Xianle Kingdom, his blind love turned into an equally blind and furious hatred. He blamed his cousin for the destruction of their homeland and, for hundreds of years, created desecrating stone statues of Xie Lian, forcing people to use them as thresholds.

Past and Appearance: In his earthly life, Qi Rong was the Prince of Xianle (known as Xiao Jing) and Xie Lian's maternal cousin. Because of this blood relationship, they are very similar in appearance: Qi Rong has the same lips, nose, and chin as Xie Lian. However, his thin, wickedly narrowed eyes and high eyebrows give him a bold and intimidating appearance. He traditionally wears green robes.

Lord Shenwu appears before the other celestials as an ideal, wise, and absolutely just ruler. Majesty and Authority: He is respected and feared by absolutely all the gods of the Upper Heavens. His voice is always calm, even, and quiet, but when he speaks, absolute silence reigns in the Celestial Capital. Patience and Diplomacy: He acts as the final judge in all disputes between the celestials, demonstrating boundless patience. He always listens to both sides, striving to resolve matters peacefully. However, he punishes those who violate his orders swiftly and without regard for their status.

Special treatment for Xie Lian: Jun Wu shows remarkable paternal care, gentleness, and leniency toward Crown Prince Xianle. He secretly assigns him tasks so that Xie Lian can work off his debts, defends him before the other gods, and sincerely considers him his primary successor.

Character Appearance: Jun Wu possesses the classic, noble, and solemn beauty of a true emperor. Face and Eyes: He appears to be a very stately man of about 30 years old with regular, stern features. His expression is always filled with divine peace and unshakable calm. His eyes are deep, impenetrable black, yet clear as ice in a cold pool. Hair: Long, straight black hair, impeccably styled. Part of it is gathered into a high bun on top of his head and crowned with a luxurious, tall golden Emperor's Crown. Clothing: He is almost always clad in the dazzling white, shining armor of the Supreme God of War, trimmed with gold. Over his armor, he wears heavy, snow-white imperial robes made of the most expensive brocade, the train of which trails majestically behind him. Weapon: His main weapon is the sacred and formidable sword Zhuxian (literally "God Slayer"), capable of crushing any demon or celestial being.

Pei Ming is an extremely charismatic, self-confident, and proud man. Unlike many schemers in Heaven, he has a clear and largely straightforward character:

Straightforward and Honest: He dislikes hidden agendas and political games, and speaks his mind. He can be relied upon in battle, as he strictly adheres to the warrior's code of honor. Integrity: Pei Ming is loyal to his friends. Together with the Lord of Water (Shi Wudu) and Lingwen, they form the famous trio known in Heaven as the "Three Tumors." The name is ironic, but their mutual support is unwavering. Protective Attitude: He values ​​the talent of others. Despite his initial distrust of Xie Lian, over time Pei Ming comes to sincerely respect him for his incredible combat prowess and resilience. The Universe's Greatest Lover: Pei Ming is hopelessly in love with feminine beauty. Due to his countless love affairs in the mortal world, his temples are often mistaken for the abodes of the God of Love, and young people pray to him for success in their relationships. At the same time, he adheres to an ironclad rule: his romances are always based on mutual consent, and he never forces women into intimacy, and after a breakup, he always provides his former passions with wealth.

Character Appearance: General Mingguang possesses a distinctive, noble, and, as described in the novel, "aggressive" masculine beauty that instantly captivates hearts. Face and Age: He appears to be a stately young man of approximately 26–27 years old. He has strong, well-defined facial features, a confident, slightly arrogant gaze, and a slight, knowing smile on his lips.

Hair: He has long, perfectly styled straight black hair. The top part is neatly gathered on top of his head and secured with an expensive divine hairpin or a miniature crown. Clothing: Pei Ming favors luxury that emphasizes his high status. Depending on the situation, he wears either heavy, ornate general's armor or exquisite everyday robes in dark (black, dark brown) colors with intricate gold embroidery and light

Lang Qianqiu is the epitome of a classic, straightforward, and noble warrior. Honesty and Justice: He is absolutely pure of heart and cannot tolerate lies, intrigue, or deceit. Due to his royal and pampered upbringing, he remained naive for a long time, dividing the world strictly into "black" and "white." Impulsiveness: Qianqiu is incredibly hot-tempered and stubborn. Once he is convinced of his cause, he is unstoppable. He often acts on impulse, rushing into battle first and only assessing the situation later. Loyalty: Despite his fiery temper, he genuinely cares for the common people and is willing to protect the weak to his last breath.

Appearance in the poster and in donghua: Lang Qianqiu appears as a strong, tall, and athletic young man, radiating martial energy. Hair and face: In the artwork, he has distinctive reddish-brown hair, pulled back into a high, long ponytail on top of his head with a massive hair clip. He has thick, sharply defined eyebrows and expressive eyes, which in the poster are distorted with rage and shock. Clothing: He is dressed in the heavy battle attire of the Upper Heavens. He wears a dark blue (almost black) hanfu with gold embroidery and stiff shoulder pads, emphasizing his status as the war god of the East. Weapon: He carries his main weapon, a huge, heavy two-handed sword with a massive guard, on his back. Qianqiu relies on brute physical strength and powerful slashing blows.

In life, Lang Qianqiu was the crown prince of the prosperous state of Yong'an (which arose from the ruins of Xie Lian's homeland, Xianle). In his youth, he had a mysterious mentor—a state councilor named Fangxin—who taught the prince swordsmanship and instilled in him the ideals of justice. However, on the night of the "Feast of Golden Bowls," a terrible tragedy occurred: the entire Yong'an royal family was brutally slaughtered, and Fangxin was caught red-handed with a bloody sword. Qianqiu personally executed his teacher, nailing him to a coffin. Afterward, thanks to his great services to the people, Lang Qianqiu ascended to the throne.

Appearance: The artwork depicts him in his true form—a tall, stately young man in bright red robes. He always wears red in memory of his first meeting with Xie Lian. Facial Features: He possesses a dazzling, predatory, and aristocratic beauty. He has pale skin, long raven hair (one strand is braided into a thin braid with a red bead), and a deep gaze. Eyepatch: He always wears a black eyepatch over his right eye. Hua Cheng gouged out his right eye in a fit of madness, to forge his ultimate weapon and prevent himself from going mad.

Trait: Devotion: Hua Cheng's entire life and existence are dedicated to one goal—protecting and loving Xie Lian. He waited 800 years for his prince, becoming the most powerful demon for his sake. Around Xie Lian, he is incredibly gentle, respectful, caring, and willing to fulfill his every wish. Cruelty and Domineering: To the rest of the world—humans, ghosts, and especially celestials—Hua Cheng is a ruthless, cold-blooded, and arrogant ruler. He is intelligent, cunning, incredibly wealthy, and enjoys openly mocking the arrogance of the gods. Self-Irony: He possesses a sharp wit and a sarcastic sense of humor. At the same time, he sincerely considers himself "unworthy" and "ugly" compared to Xie Lian, displaying a modesty rare for a demon before his deity.

Abilities and Weapons: Emin (Curved Saber): His main weapon is a living saber of demonic power. Its hilt contains a living silver eye that caresses Xie Lian but trembles in fear or anger at enemies. Ghost Butterflies: Hua Cheng controls flocks of silver butterflies. They can serve as weapons (their wings are razor-sharp), a means of surveillance, communication, or simply create a beautiful glow around Xie Lian. Luck and Strength: Unlike the completely unlucky Xie Lian, Hua Cheng possesses absolute, supernatural luck (which helps him always win at dice in his gambling house). He is incredibly strong physically and magically—he once single-handedly challenged the 33 gods of war and victory.

Appearance: Image: Artwork depicts him in his usual form—a young man in the simple white robes of a Taoist monk, with long dark hair. Details: Cursed kangs (black hoops) are usually hidden around his neck and ankles, sealing his spiritual powers and good fortune. He almost always wears a simple bamboo hat (dou li) on his back. Facial Features: He possesses a refined, gentle, and aristocratic beauty, often sporting a kind, understanding smile. Personality: Kindness and Compassion: Despite experiencing betrayal, war, poverty, and humiliation over his 800 years of life, Xie Lian has not become bitter. He is willing to selflessly help any being, be it human, god, or ghost. Resilience and Optimism: He has long since become accustomed to his status as the "god of trash" and "laughing stock of the three worlds," treating his failures and utter bad luck with a touch of self-irony. It is virtually impossible to anger him. Wisdom and Humility: He does not seek fame or glory, is devoid of pride, but possesses a keen analytical mind and a deep understanding of human nature.

Abilities and Traits: Combat Skills: Xie Lian is an exceptional martial artist and swordsman. Due to the sealed magic, he relies solely on his incredible physical strength, agility, and reflexes in combat. Weapons: His primary weapon is Ruoye, a sentient white silk ribbon that wraps around his wrist or neck and can attack, defend, or bind enemies. He is also an excellent swordsman (specifically, the Fangxin Blade). Special Skill: He is pathologically inept at cooking. His dishes, with their strangely poetic names, have such a toxic and terrifying taste that they can literally knock down even powerful gods (and are often used as improvised weapons).

Appearance: A tall (188 cm), stately, and athletic man with perfect military posture. His skin is the color of ripe wheat. Facial Features: He possesses a stern and masculine beauty. His lips are almost always tightly pursed, and a noticeable crease lies between his eyebrows. Because of this, he seems perpetually frowning, angry, or irritated, even when completely calm.

Clothing and equipment: In the Heavenly Capital, he typically wears expensive black or dark brown robes and armor. His main attribute is a black longbow, the Fengshen, and a snow-white quiver of arrows slung over his back.

Personality: Loyalty and Trustworthiness: In his youth, Feng Xin was Xie Lian's personal bodyguard at the Xianle Palace. He is truly loyal to the prince and remained with him longer than anyone else, sharing the hardships of his first exile until circumstances and mutual misunderstandings forced them to separate. Straightforwardness and Temper: He is honest, blunt, and inept at scheming. Feng Xin is used to expressing his thoughts directly, often resorting to shouting or cursing if a situation gets out of control. He has a heightened sense of duty. Fear of Women: One of his most amusing and striking character traits is his complete inability to communicate with women. He is terrified of them, becomes embarrassed, and tries to avoid any conversations about "women's" topics.

Status in Heaven and Alter-Ego: General Nanyang: Having passed his trials on his own, he ascended to the status of a powerful war god. Over eight thousand temples have been erected in his honor in the southeast. Due to historical confusion with his old name, "Ju Yang" (which sounded ambiguous and obscene), he is mistakenly considered a deity who grants virility and sends children, which greatly angers Feng Xin. Nan Feng: After Xie Lian's third ascension, Feng Xin could not openly admit his connection to the "rubbish god" in front of the other celestials. Therefore, he created a secret young clone of himself named Nan Feng. Under this guise, he escaped from his palace to the mortal world to assist Xie Lian in his dangerous missions.