The hit animated series Renegade Immortal (仙逆) has captivated audiences with its intricate power system and dramatic confrontations. Currently, the narrative is heating up as various powerful figures converge on the Tidal Abyss, all vying for the Tidal Token to unlock the Qinglin (青霖) Immortal Mansion.
Among them is the character Greedy Wolf, a once-formidable cultivator whose current predicament raises a fascinating question for fans: Why can one character, Situ Nan (司徒南), recover from a severe realm drop, while another, Greedy Wolf, remains trapped at the peak of the Wending stage despite years of effort? The answer lies not just in raw talent, but in unique opportunities and the fundamental nature of their power.
Greedy Wolf’s Stagnation
Greedy Wolf, known by the adage that he never visits a place without treasure, finds himself in a precarious situation. Hiding in the Tidal Abyss, he awaits the emergence of the Tidal Token, a key treasure also sought by major powers like Tian Yunzi (天运子) and the Blood Ancestor. His plan to use the cultivators trapped there as sacrificial offerings is stalled, not by altruism, but by fear of Ling Tianhou’s (凌天侯) residual sword energy. His current power level, peak Wending, is a shadow of his former self, a direct consequence of a devastating encounter years ago during the fight for the Tianni Zhu (天逆珠), where Situ Nan’s self-destruction gravely wounded him.
The core of his problem lies in the realm fall faced by cultivators in the critical transition phase between the First Step and the Second Step. Once a cultivator of the Void-Reality Realm falls from this stage, the effort required to climb back is exponentially greater. It’s not a simple matter of retracing steps; the very foundation is damaged. For Greedy Wolf, despite possessing numerous magical treasures that usually signify his luck, his foundation remains cracked. His misfortune is compounded by the presence of Wang Lin (王林), who acts as his narrative foil. Where Greedy Wolf seeks to acquire, Wang Lin ultimately takes. This dynamic is set to repeat itself, with Wang Lin poised to claim not only the Tidal Token but also a significant portion of Greedy Wolf’s greatest asset: his second avatar, the ancient thunder dragon.
Situ Nan’s Recovery
In stark contrast to Greedy Wolf’s struggle, Situ Nan’s return to his peak power seems almost miraculous. However, the reason is grounded in the unique properties of the Tianni Zhu. After his self-destruction, Situ Nan’s essence was preserved within this mysterious bead. The bead is not a simple storage space; it contains a energy, a peculiar and powerful force that continuously nourished and healed his spiritual form. This constant, gentle energy provided the perfect environment for recovery, effectively bypassing the harsh, resource-intensive process of climbing back from a realm drop in the outside world. This was an opportunity that Greedy Wolf, for all his supposed luck in finding treasures, was simply never able to access.
The Tianni Zhu provided more than just healing; it offered a sanctuary for Situ Nan’s spirit to stabilize and regrow without external threats. While Greedy Wolf was forced to navigate the dangerous cultivation world with a damaged foundation, Situ Nan was essentially in a cosmic incubator. This allowed him to consolidate his strength and, upon emergence, return to his peak condition. Furthermore, Situ Nan’s own innate talent and profound understanding of cultivation should not be underestimated. Even with the bead’s help, his recovery speaks to his exceptional foundation and comprehension, qualities that surpass Greedy Wolf’s. The bead provided the environment, but Situ Nan’s own quality ensured he could fully utilize it.
Wang Lin, the True Variable
The destinies of Situ Nan and Greedy Wolf are inextricably linked through Wang Lin. For Situ Nan, Wang Lin was the key to his eventual freedom from the Tianni Zhu, and their bond is one of mentorship and mutual respect. For Greedy Wolf, Wang Lin is an unmitigated disaster. The narrative frames their conflict as a zero-sum game. Greedy Wolf’s “fortune” actively turns to misfortune in Wang Lin’s presence. This is vividly illustrated by the fate of the ancient thunder dragon, a being Greedy Wolf painstakingly refined as his second avatar. When they clash, Wang Lin doesn’t just defeat Greedy Wolf; he fundamentally absorbs a part of his power.
Wang Lin’s unique ability to “swallow” and integrate power is on full display. By taking half of Greedy Wolf’s thunder dragon, he doesn’t just weaken his enemy; he fundamentally transforms himself. The thunder attribute or elemental property he gains is not ordinary lightning; it is a primal, ancient force that qualitatively changes his very spirit. This makes his attacks more formidable and psychologically daunting to his enemies. Thus, Greedy Wolf’s presence, even at a higher realm, becomes a resource for Wang Lin’s growth. While Greedy Wolf remains stagnant, Wang Lin actively advances by consuming the very luck and assets that Greedy Wolf had so carefully accumulated. The contrast is clear: one is sustained by a unique treasure and a true ally, while the other is systematically drained by his destined rival.
