Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi (The Comic / Manhua) (2025)

Feared and hated for his sinister abilities, Wei Wuxian, the grandmaster of demonic cultivation, was driven to his death when the most powerful clans united to destroy him. Thirteen years later, Wei Wuxian is reborn. Summoned by a young man who sacrificed his soul in a forbidden ritual, Wei Wuxian is now bound to seek vengeance on the stranger's behalf or risk the destruction of his own soul. But when an evil entity emerges, a familiar face from Wei Wuxian's past suddenly appears amidst the chaos, a powerful cultivator who will help shine a light on the dark truths that surround them.

Feared and hated for his sinister abilities, Wei Wuxian-the grandmaster of demonic cultivation-was driven to his death when the most powerful clans united to destroy him. Thirteen years later, Wei Wuxian is reborn. Summoned by a young man who sacrificed his soul in a forbidden ritual, Wei Wuxian is now bound to seek vengeance on the stranger's behalf or risk the destruction of his own soul. But when an evil entity emerges, a familiar face from Wei Wuxian's past suddenly appears amidst the chaos-a powerful cultivator who will help shine a light on the dark truths that surround them.

The manhua adaptation of the New York Times bestselling novel series continues as Wei Wuxian’s cover is blown!Wei Wuxian’s studies come to an abrupt end when he picks a fight with a young master of the Jin Clan. A lifetime later, he wakes from his dream of days gone by to find he’s still unraveling the mystery of the ghost arm.Following their latest lead, Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji arrive in Qinghe, where they must contend with strange tombs interring sabers, terrifying man-eating walls, and bizarre sewn-up corpses. But that’s not even the worst of it. Wei Wuxian’s true identity has been revealed! How will he settle his past scores?

Enter a city of the dead in this manhua adaptation of the New York Times bestselling novel series!Lan Wangji and Wei Wuxian arrive at a desolate city where the bodies of massacred clan members rest uneasily in their graves. A cold case here once shocked the major cultivation clans–and the murderer may still be at large. But to rescue the junior clan members trapped in the city, the two men must battle their way through fierce corpses that Wei Wuxian can’t control.Who created this ghost town in the first place, defying the edict of the founder of demonic cultivation? A mysterious blind ghost may carry the answers.

THE LIFE AND DEATH OF XIAO XINGCHENSeeking the truth behind Xiao Xingchen’s death, Wei Wuxian uses the dangerous power of “Empathy” to gaze into the past. He discovers that years ago, the newly blinded Xiao Xingchen journeyed to the remote countryside, where he and a girl named A-Qing became inseparable. Unfortunately, the peace they found together did not last—everything changed after they saved a mortally wounded man. That man was Xue Yang, a villain who used charm to hide his bitterly cold heart. Weaving a web of lies and deceit, Xue Yang joined their quiet life while secretly scheming for a bloody encounter between old friends and foes!

THE MANHUA ADAPTATION OF THE NEW YORK TIMES-BESTSELLING SERIES CONTINUES AS WEI WUXIAN EXPERIENCES THE TRAGIC TALE BEHIND A GHOSTLY HAUNTING!To escape the villainous scheming of Xue Yang, A-Qing is determined to flee, and take her companion Xiao Xingchen along with her. But Xiao Xingchen cannot shake his sense of responsibility–he resolves to stay behind and confront Xue Yang alone. That’s when Xue Yang reveals the truth behind their Night Hunts, and all the horrible things he’s tricked Xiao Xingchen into doing for so many years. Battle is joined between old friends and fated rivals!Back in the present, Wei Wuxian watches their tragic history unfold, and is left with a single thought. To set things right, he must kill Xue Yang.

THE MANHUA ADAPTATION OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING NOVEL SERIES CONTINUES AS WEI WUXIAN INFILTRATES A PALACE AT THE PEAK OF THE CULTIVATION WORLD!The mysterious corpse that Wei Wuxian has been investigating has finally been pieced back together, all save its most crucial part--the head. Yet even with the head missing, the evidence points inevitably in a single direction. To uncover the full truth, Wei Wuxian joins a delegation headed for Golden Carp Tower. There, a gathering of prominent cultivators is taking place. Yet for some reason, everyone in the Tower’s ruling clan harbors great animosity towards him...! Just what did the previous owner of his body do to earn so much resentment?

THE MANHUA ADAPTATION OF THE NEW YORK TIMES-BESTSELLING SERIES CONTINUES AS WEI WUXIAN EXPERIENCES TWO VISIONS OF THE PAST—INCLUDING HIS OWN!Using the power of Empathy, Wei Wuxian gazes upon the past, experiencing the tragic story of a deepening rift between brothers. When his soul returns to his body, he immediately rushes to Fragrance Palace together with his companion Lan Wangji, prepared to make bold accusations about the death he's spent so much time investigating. Yet his efforts go completely awry, and he soon finds himself in the crosshairs of everyone present! In both his past and present lives, the cultivation clans have tried to kill Wei Wuxian over and over again, but he's no longer alone. This time, he has Lan Wangji, who chases after him without hesitation, fending off his enemies!

THE MANHUA ADAPTATION OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES CONTINUES AS JIANG CHENG CLIMBS UP FROM THE ASHES!Wei Wuxian and Jiang Cheng narrowly escaped death in the depths of Xuanwu Cave—only to once again suffer misfortune when Lotus Pier is assaulted by agents of the Wen Clan. Severely wounded in the attack, Jiang Cheng loses his golden core, the source of much of his power as a cultivator. Yet there is hope. Some Wen Clan members are willing to lend a helping hand, hiding them from those who would seek their death. Now that he's just like any other mortal, Jiang Cheng resolves to set out on an arduous journey to find a cultivation master who can help restore his golden core...but a quest such as that will take him away from Wei Wuxian and their childhood home for a long time indeed. Apart, who can say where their respective paths may lead?

THE MANHUA ADAPTATION OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING NOVEL SERIES CONTINUES AS WEI WUXIAN AND LAN WANGJI'S FATES INTERTWINE EVER-DEEPER TOGETHER.Representatives from the cultivation clans gather for a Siege Hunt at Mount Baifeng, where the festivities provide an opportunity for all to show off their skills. Wei Wuxian steals the limelight at the archery contest, displaying his prowess by shooting a bullseye while blindfolded. When he takes a rest against a tree not long after, eyes still covered, someone ambushes him with a kiss! It's his long-awaited first kiss--and he has absolutely no idea who might be responsible. It just might be someone closer to him than he realizes...

THE MANHUA ADAPTATION OF THE NEW YORK TIMES-BESTSELLING NOVEL SERIES CONTINUES AS WEI WUXIAN DISCOVERS THE TRUE PERILS OF HIS DEMONIC PATH...Lan Wangji is deeply concerned about Wei Wuxian, but despite the bond they share, he's unable to deter him from using dark and dangerous powers. Before the two of them part ways, Wei Wuxian insists he's perfectly in control—a claim that is soon put to the test.On his way to attend a grand banquet, Wei Wuxian discovers his invitation is a deadly ruse. Jin Zixun, cousin to the heir of the Jin clan of Lanling, has prepared a huge ambush to claim Wei Wuxian's head. Lives are lost in the tragedy that follows, and though Wei Wuxian escapes alive, things swiftly spiral out of control. Three thousand cultivators swear an oath to slay the Yiling Patriarch, as frenzied corpses bring hell to Nightless City!

THE MANHUA ADAPTATION OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING NOVEL SERIES CONTINUES, AS WEI WUXIAN AND LAN WANGJI STAND FAST TOGETHER AGAINST THE WORLD!Wei Wuxian has survived a battle for his life, but the conflict left him severely weakened: When a heated argument breaks out between him and Jiang Cheng, the stress is enough to make the dreaded grandmaster of the demonic path collapse. Wen Ning swiftly appears to shield Wei Wuxian, and offers his sword to Jiang Cheng. That sword is bound to its owner, and should only answer its master’s call. Jiang Cheng is shocked to discover he can wield it himself! Wen Ning then reveals a long-held secret about the truth behind Jiang Cheng’s golden core…Later, Wei Wuxian and his close companion Lan Wangji visit Yunping City to investigate Jin Guangyao’s secrets. But while staying overnight at an inn, Lan Wangji gets roaring drunk! The last two times he indulged, what followed was utter chaos–and this time will be no different. It might be an opportunity to bring the two of them even closer together!

THE MANHUA ADAPTATION OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING NOVEL SERIES REACHES ITS THRILLING CONCLUSION, AS HIDDEN TRUTHS COME TO LIGHT AND HEARTS LONG MUTED COME TO BURN BRIGHT TOGETHER!Jiang Cheng has learned the truth about his golden core: It was never restored, but rather replaced by one ripped from the pain-wracked body of Wei Wuxian. Things will never be the same between them, as Jiang Cheng lays his feelings bare. Meanwhile, the master of Golden Carp Tower's schemes begin to crumble, and one dark truth after another spills forth from his lips. Yet might he not be the true mastermind? Might there be some other hidden player, who manipulated everything from the shadows.Lan Wangji and Wei Wuxian join forces, playing their qin and flute together to battle against evils newly unveiled. On the other side of peril awaits the dream of happiness and the open expression of all the feelings they've so long held quietly in their hearts. Don't miss the end of their internationally beloved saga!