Spirit Root Realm — The beginning of cultivation. The cultivator awakens their meridians and begins to absorb Qi.
Inner Essence Realm — Qi circulation is stabilized and enhanced. Cultivators develop internal control over energy.
Mortal Soul Realm — The soul begins to resonate with the Dao, creating a spiritual identity.
Ethereal Expansion Realm — The spiritual body expands and strengthens. Cultivators begin to affect the world through aura alone.
Celestial Core Realm — Formation of a core that stores and cycles Qi. Power becomes dense and explosive.
Spiritual Form Realm — The body undergoes refinement to reflect the cultivator's Dao.
Fragmented Dao Realm — The cultivator begins to perceive and walk their true Dao, even if only in fragments.