Cast & Character List
Yang Yang as Han Li
Han Li, played by Yang Yang, is the protagonist of The Immortal Ascension. Hailing from Wu Li Gou, a small village in the State of Yue, he is the fourth child of a common family of the Yan Clan. With an ordinary appearance and dark skin, his childhood nickname was "Er Leng Zi."
His life takes a dramatic turn when his third uncle introduces him to the local Seven Mysteries Sect. There, it is discovered that he possesses a spiritual root, a rare gift that allows for immortal cultivation. Though his root is a deficient, four-element type (lacking metal), it is enough for him to practice the "Eternal Spring Arts." Taking notice, the enigmatic Doctor Mo accepts him as a disciple, setting Han Li upon the long and arduous path to immortality.
Han Li is defined by his cautious, low-key demeanor and a resilient, adaptable mind. He relies on his own relentless effort and key opportunities to navigate the treacherous world of cultivators. His journey is a testament to perseverance, as he rises from a mortal boy with mediocre aptitude to a supreme power.
Through immense hardship, he ascends from the Mortal Realm to the Spirit Realm and eventually reaches the North Cold Immortal Realm. His epic saga culminates in a final battle against the formidable Gu Huo Jin, where Han Li emerges victorious to become the ultimate master of the Immortal World. Along the way, his actions earn him memorable aliases such as "Han Pao Pao" (Han the Runner) and "Old Devil Han."
Jin Chen as Nangong Wan
Nangong Wan is a prominent elder of the Masked Moon Sect (Yanyue Zong) and later the Drifting Cloud Sect (Luoyun Zong). She is also the wife of the master of the Azure Origin Palace and is believed to be the reincarnation of a figure known as Gan Rushuang.
Regarded as the most beautiful woman in the Tiannan region, Nangong Wan is the cherished partner of the protagonist, Han Li. Their paths first cross under perilous circumstances in the Blood-Colored Prohibited Area. From there, their relationship endures a long and difficult journey filled with numerous challenges.
A key aspect of her story is her cultivation of the "Samsara Arts of the Pure Maiden," a unique technique that causes her magical power to fluctuate, leaving her vulnerable at regular intervals. Despite these trials, her personality is a blend of gentle, deep-seated affection and a bold spirit that allows her to love fiercely and hate resolutely. Through her perseverance, Nangong Wan ultimately achieves a supreme level of power, reaching the peak of the Taiyi Realm.
Wang Duo as Wang Chan
As the Young Master of the Ghost Spirit Sect, Wang Chan is a pivotal figure in the demonic cultivators' invasion of the State of Yue. He was born with a rare Dark Spiritual Root and is a master of the formidable Blood Spirit Arts.
In the original novel, Wang Chan is described as having a strikingly handsome, almost beautiful visage that belies his cunning, ruthless, and arrogant nature. His deep-seated feud with the protagonist, Han Li, begins at Yan Jia Fort and leads to numerous confrontations between them. Ultimately, Wang Chan's journey concludes tragically; after failing to ascend to the Nascent Soul stage, he is discarded and executed as a sacrifice by his own sect.
Zhao Xiaotang as Chen Qiaoqian
Chen Qiaoqian is a senior fellow apprentice of the protagonist, Han Li.
Based on her portrayal in the original novel, Chen Qiaoqian is one of Han Li's closest confidantes. She is deeply grateful to Han Li after he saved her in their youth. Her participation in the brutal "Blood-Colored Trial," a choice forced upon her by the need for a Foundation Establishment Pill, left her with a colder, more aloof personality.
At one point, she revealed her true feelings to Han Li. However, faced with a marriage alliance arranged by her family, she ultimately turned to the demonic path and remained alone for the rest of her life.
Zhao Qing as Mo Caihuan
Mo Caihuan is the third daughter of Mo Juren. She begins with a naive and romantic nature, but her life takes a dramatic turn after the fall of the Mo family estate. Forced to fend for herself, she finds her way to Yanling Fort, where she disguises herself as a young married woman to avoid unwanted trouble.
She develops deep feelings for the protagonist, Han Li, who once helped her and her mother through a crisis. However, their path together is barred by fate, as she lacks the spiritual roots necessary to join him in the world of cultivation. Ultimately, after Han Li's departure, she is left to continue her life as a mortal.
Liu Yan as Hong Fu
Hong Fu is a Core Formation Elder of the Huangfeng Valley and is recognized as the first female cultivator in the sect to reach this advanced stage.
Possessing a bold and straightforward personality, she once entrusted Li Huayuan with arranging a dual cultivation partnership between Han Li and Dong Xuan'er. She also played a role in significant events, including the demonic path invasion.
Li Naiwen as Li Huayuan
Li Huayuan is one of the Core Formation Elders of the Yellow Maple Valley sect and the master of the protagonist, Han Li.
In the original novel, Li Huayuan plays a significant role in Han Li's early development as a cultivator. He takes Han Li under his wing, imparts crucial knowledge and techniques such as the Azure Essence Sword Art, and acts as a mentor figure, witnessing his apprentice's initial growth and struggles on the path to immortality.
The television series depicts him as a key figure in Han Li's journey. He is killed in a fierce battle against righteous cultivators when the Yellow Maple Valley is forced to relocate to the Nine Nations Alliance.
Jin Shijie as Mo Daifu
Mo Daifu is a highly skilled physician and a mysterious figure within the Qi Xuan Sect (Seven Mysteries Sect). Publicly, he is a respected elder, but this persona conceals his true identity as Mo Juren, a once-powerful and ambitious figure from Lan Zhou.
His life took a decisive turn after he witnessed a battle between celestial beings. Awed and shaken by their immense power, he became singularly focused on discovering the path to immortality. To pursue this ambition in secret, he adopted the alias Mo Daifu and took refuge in the unassuming Qi Xuan Sect.
As an early antagonist in the story, Mo Daifu's relationship with the protagonist, Han Li, is central to the initial plot. He accepts Han Li as his disciple, but his mentorship is a facade for a sinister plan: to ultimately seize Han Li's body and use it to continue his own quest for eternal life. However, his scheme is thwarted when Han Li uncovers the plot and is forced to kill him in a confrontation.
Xu Haiqiao as Yun Lu
Yun Lu, played by Xu Haiqiao, is the patriarch of the demonic Hehuan Sect and a cultivator at the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul realm. Also known by the title "Zhenren Yun Lu," his original surname was Gu.
He was once the dao companion of Hong Fu, a cultivator from the Yellow Maple Valley. A carved jade pendant was left as a token of their love. In the original novel, Dong Xuan'er is revealed to be his illegitimate daughter.
