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The Founder of Diabolism — Season 1: The Past
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34mBanishing Evil (part 1)For years, cultivation clans had sought to summon Wei Wuxian, the Yiling Patriarch, who was presumed dead by his brother Jiang Cheng. Now, he is reborn within the body of Mo Xuanyu, a young man consumed by resentment for his cruel family. Tasked with vengeance against the Mo Family, Wei Wuxian’s path leads him to the Lan Sect's new generation, where he becomes embroiled in a perplexing mystery involving the undead. Overwhelmed by the escalating danger, Lan Sizhui and Lan Jingyi call upon any avaJul 9, 20187.7Jul 9, 201834m7.702
33mBanishing Evil (part 2)Having thwarted the mysterious arm’s advance, Wei Wuxian fled, desperate to avoid detection by Lan Wangji. He sought refuge on Mt. Dafan, where he encountered Jin Ling, a young disciple from the Jin sect. Their meeting quickly devolved into a sharp disagreement, drawing the attention of Jiang Cheng. It was then that Wei Wuxian learned Jin Ling was Jiang Cheng's nephew, orphaned by the consequences of Wei Wuxian’s past. Because he inhabited Mo Xuanyu’s body, Jiang Cheng had been unable to recogniJul 9, 20187.7Jul 9, 201833m7.703
25mPursuing StudiesAt the esteemed Cloud Recesses, Wei Wuxian, Jiang Cheng, and their companion Nie Huaisang embarked on their cultivation studies, striving for greater skill. There, they encountered Lan Wangji, the academy's foremost disciple. Wei Wuxian, in a candid moment, admitted to having offended Lan Wangji upon his arrival in Gusu. His initial days were marked by a playful disregard for the rules; three infractions during their first meeting earned him the disapproval of both Lan Wangji and their teacher,Jul 14, 20188.0Jul 14, 201825m8.004
22mWater GhoulDisciples of the Cloud Recesses are dispatched to Biling Lake to address the recent, inexplicable emergence of water ghouls. Their journey takes them past Caiyi Town, where they discover the same spectral entities have taken root. The disciples are perplexed; the corpses are unfamiliar to the townsfolk and appear in a place where they could not have drowned. With Biling Lake saturated with palpable resentment, Wei Wuxian proposes harnessing this energy to combat the ghouls, a plan Jiang Cheng swJul 21, 20188.0Jul 21, 201822m8.005
23mHeretic PathOnce again, under the cloak of night, Wei Wuxian sought solace in his favored wine, only to be intercepted by Lan Wangji. Refusing to concede, he met the elder’s restraint with a struggle, and their conflict culminated in a fall beyond the boundaries of Cloud Recesses – a transgression. The consequence was swift: both were punished with a beating. Later, learning of a balm for their pain, Wei Wuxian accompanied Lan Wangji to the Cold Spring, hoping to forge a connection. Yet, Lan Wangji remainedJul 28, 20188.5Jul 28, 201823m8.506
23mReturning HomeAs the disciples absorbed the history of the Lan sect, the subject of love arose, prompting a query to Jin Zixuan regarding his opinion of the most beautiful woman. Wei Wuxian mused that Jin Zixuan would favor his betrothed, Jiang Yanli, but Jin Zixuan spoke disparagingly of her. This angered both Wei Wuxian and Jiang Cheng, and Wei Wuxian initiated a fight with him. The altercation drew the attention of their father, Jiang Fengmian, who personally traveled to Cloud Recesses to escort Wei WuxianAug 4, 20187.5Aug 4, 201823m7.507
23mThe ChampionLost within the labyrinthine Nightless City, Wei Wuxian sought the archery field and encountered Wen Ning practicing his aim. Seeking directions, he struck up a conversation with the young man, and an acquaintance was formed. At the field, skilled archers and sect leaders assembled for the Grand Discussion, hosted this year by the Wen Clan. Spotting Lan Wangji amongst them, Wei Wuxian playfully suggested his headband was askew, eliciting a visible annoyance from the usually composed Lan. The claAug 11, 20187.0Aug 11, 201823m7.008
23mThe IndoctrinationWen Chao delivered his report to Wen Ruohan, leader of the Wen Sect, detailing how the four clans had deceived him during the archery competition. This betrayal ignited a series of calculated schemes aimed at subjugating those very clans. The Cloud Recesses was consumed by flames at the hand of Wen Xu, leaving the Lan Sect leader grievously wounded and Lan Xichen vanished without a trace. Simultaneously, the Wen Sect dispatched disciples to Qishan, intending to take them hostage. Their swords weAug 18, 20187.0Aug 18, 201823m7.009
23mSame BoatEnraged, the Wen sect retreated, sealing the cave entrance to prevent further escape. Lan Wangji observed a hidden opening: maple leaves drifted in the pond despite the absence of trees, indicating a tunnel leading to the outside. As the beast settled back into slumber, Wei Wuxian and Jiang Cheng plunged into the water to find it. Wei Wuxian’s movement, however, stirred the creature. Yet, Jiang Cheng soon returned with hopeful news. Wei Wuxian remained to maintain a flame array, buying time forAug 25, 20188.5Aug 25, 201823m8.510
23mDisaster ArisesLan Wangji hauled Wei Wuxian from the water. Hoping to rouse him, he played a melody composed solely for the latter, though it proved futile; Wei Wuxian succumbed to unconsciousness. He awoke in his own chambers, having been rescued by Jiang Cheng. News then reached him of Lan Wangji’s passing, and the Wen Sect's brazen claim of responsibility for the beast's demise. A familiar discord arose when Jiang Fengmian and Yu Ziyuan arrived for a visit, the family once more embroiled in arguments over JSep 1, 20189.0Sep 1, 201823m9.011
23mMountain CollapseThe Wen sect launched an assault on Lotus Pier and its protective shield. The barrier faltered and fell when Wen Zhuliu struck down the Jiang disciple maintaining it, and the Wen unleashed a volley of flame arrows, engulfing the Pier in fire before their invasion. Yu Ziyuan led her sons into the fray, but the battle proved overwhelming. With a heavy heart, Madame Yu ordered Wei Wuxian and Jiang Cheng onto a boat to safety. A tearful farewell passed between her and Jiang Cheng, and Yu Ziyuan entrSep 8, 201810.0Sep 8, 201823m10.012
23mLoyal HeartWithin the secluded halls of Cloud Recesses, Lan Wangji faced censure for dispatching disciples in search of Wei Wuxian and Jiang Cheng, deemed a perilous undertaking. Yet, Lan Qiren staunchly defended his actions. Wangji grieved their continued absence, even with Jiang Yanli’s safety assured.
Wei Wuxian and Jiang Cheng sought refuge in a village, but upon returning with provisions, found Cheng alone. A frantic rush back to Lotus Pier ensued, driven by the need to aid a weakened Cheng. Wen NSep 15, 20188.0Sep 15, 201823m8.013
23mFatal PositionWei Wuxian summoned Jiang Cheng to Yiling to meet with Baoshan Sanren, instructing him to keep his blindfold firmly in place and to identify himself as the son of Cangse Sanren. While Wei Wuxian waited at the foot of the mountain, he was ambushed by members of the Wen sect and impaled through the chest by Wen Chao’s blade. Defying his attacker, Wei Wuxian challenged Wen Chao to a brutal kill, promising that his death would unleash a vengeful spirit upon the Wen, tormenting them endlessly. The WeSep 22, 20188.0Sep 22, 201823m8.014
23mObscured SunThe Sunshot Campaign commenced with the four clans’ advance into Qishan, yet their assaults proved futile against Wen Ruohan's overwhelming power. Lan Wangji bolstered the Jiang sect’s defenses, while Nie Mingjue personally executed Wen Xu, a victory that invigorated his followers. In response, Wen Ruohan commanded every faction of the Wen clan to join the conflict. During a clandestine infiltration of the Wen stronghold by the Lan and Jiang sects, they discovered evidence of a prior attack, leaSep 29, 20188.0Sep 29, 201823m8.015
22mBeautiful TranquilityOnly the corpses of the fierce, however, attack the Wen sect. Lan Wangji labels the technique sinister, yet considers the demonic cultivator a friend. The late Wang Lingjiao begins to assault Wen Chao and Wen ZhuLiu, at which point the cultivator reveals himself. He swiftly overpowers Wen Zhuliu, employing resentful energy to tear out his golden core and shatter it. Finally, he reveals himself as Wei Wuxian, startling the three present. Wei Wuxian continues to wield his dark arts, slaying both WOct 6, 201810.0Oct 6, 201822m10.0
