What Is It
Dubu Wangu, also known in English as Glorious Revenge of Ye Feng or One Step Ten Thousand Ancient, is a Chinese donghua (ONA / web animation) in the cultivation / fantasy genre. Studios involved include Suoyi Technology and it is distributed via platforms like Youku Animation.
It first aired on September 29, 2023. Episodes are relatively short—around 10-11 minutes each.
Plot Summary
Ye Feng is an exceptionally talented alchemy / Dan Dao genius living in a universe called the Cloud Illusory Continent. He achieves a breakthrough that would let him transcend the limits of heaven and earth—specifically via a Divine Realm Pill that pushes cultivators toward the Supreme Realm.
However, tragedy strikes: he is betrayed by his senior (and likely others), ambushed during that breakthrough. In the chaos, he consumes the Divine Realm Pill (or at least holds/uses it), but then fate intervenes and he is transported 500 years into the future—into the body of his descendant who shares his name.
Reborn in a decadent version of the Yunwu Kingdom, Ye Feng must rise again: rebuild cultivation, uncover what really happened to the Nine Heavens Dao Palace (the sect that betrayed him), protect his lineage, and chase vengeance. His goal is not only revenge but also to become powerful enough that his name is known across the Nine Continents, to defy heaven itself.
Characters & Key Points
- Ye Feng — Protagonist. A genius in alchemy / Dan Dao, betrayed, then resurrected (reborn), with the memory of the past. His journey is defined by vengeance, cultivation, and unraveling mysteries.
- Nine Heavens Dao Palace — The antagonistic sect / palace that betrays Ye Feng. Many of his conflicts, goals, mysteries lie around their actions.
- Descendant Body — Ye Feng wakes up “500 years later” in the body of someone who carries his name. This gives both advantage (in terms of legacy) and disadvantage (social decay, loss of power, political changes).
There are also likely many side characters: rivals, sect elders, those loyal or unloyal, possibly love interests, though details are less prominent in summaries.
Themes
- Revenge & Betrayal — Central to the plot. Ye Feng’s betrayal is the inciting trauma, and his return is driven by revenge.
- Rebirth / Time Leap — The “500 years later” reset gives the classic cultivation trope of rebirth or time skip, letting the MC see consequences of past actions and have a second chance.
- Alchemy / Cultivation Breakthroughs — Ye Feng’s skills in alchemy and Dan Dao, especially refining powerful pills, breaking through realms, define much of the progression.
- Lineage & Legacy — Being in his descendant’s body, his heritage and reputation weigh heavily. Ye Feng must protect or redeem his lineage.
- Power & Ascension — From being wronged to rising across continents, gaining fame, strength, and mastering heavenly paths.
Format, Status & Episodes
- Status: Ongoing. Many episodes have already been released (some sources list above 130 episodes as of early 2025) though official count may vary.
- Duration: ~10-11 minutes per episode.
- Platform / Studio: Youku Animation, Suoyi Technology.
What’s Good (& What Some Fans Critique)
Strengths:
- Strong revenge premise combined with cultivation + alchemy gives dual appeal to fans of those subgenres.
- The time-skip / rebirth arc adds interest: Ye Feng not only fights power but also deals with changed world, decayed kingdoms, lost lineage.
- Steady release and many episodes mean you can follow along, see the growth, rising stakes.
- Visual style & fight scenes are considered decent for this kind of donghua (short episodes). Many fans like its action + mystical elements.
Critiques / Weaknesses:
- Because episodes are short, some story arcs or character relationships can feel rushed or underdeveloped.
- Repetition: As Ye Feng levels up or wins battles, some viewers feel the plot becomes “grind”-like: power ups, enemies, betrayals, then more power ups.
- Mystery / Motivations: Some plots (like why Nine Heavens Dao Palace betrayed him, deeper background) are teased but not yet fully fleshed, so viewers may feel waiting for answers.
- Animation / quality consistency can fluctuate depending on episode and budget.
Where to Watch Officially
- Listed on Youku Animation as a platform.
- There are official uploads (at least initial episodes) on Bilibili in some regions.
Final Thoughts
If you enjoy cultivation donghua with revenge, betrayal, time leaps, and ambitious power growth, Dubu Wangu – Glorious Revenge of Ye Feng is a strong pick. It’s not perfect — pacing and depth vary — but it often delivers what its fans want: progress, cultivation, intrigue, rising tension.
For those just starting it: expect a slower build, initial mystery, focusing on Ye Feng’s growing mastery and uncovering of the betrayals. If the series continues and resolves its plot threads well (why betrayal happened, what plans the sect has, etc.), it could be very satisfying.
