Soul Land, Battle Through the Heavens, Perfect World... again? We get it. That’s why this list dives into 10 underrated cultivation donghua that deserve way more love — packed with breakthroughs, revenge arcs, powerful MCs, and hidden worlds that rival the mainstream giants.
From The Great Ruler to Shrouding the Heavens, and a bonus pick that almost cracked the main list, this countdown is all about giving spotlight to hidden gems of the Xianxia and Xuanhuan worlds.
Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the genre, these titles are guaranteed to boost your watchlist!
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10. The Great Ruler (大主宰)
• Episodes: ~52
• Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Romance
9. Ten Thousand Worlds Dominator (万界独尊)
• Episodes: ~50
• Genres: Fantasy, Martial Arts, Action & Adventure
8. Supreme God Emperor (无上神帝)
• Episodes: 500+ (ongoing)
• Genres: Action, Fantasy, Cultivation, Adventure
7. Against the Sky Supreme (逆天至尊)
• Episodes: 300+ (ongoing)
• Genres: Xianxia, Cultivation, Action, Power Fantasy
6. Spirit Sword Sovereign (灵剑尊)
• Episodes: 300+
• Genres: Xianxia, Cultivation, Reincarnation, Revenge
5. Dragon Prince Yuan (元尊)
• Episodes: Ongoing (Season 1 airing)
• Genres: Xuanhuan, Cultivation, Action, Adventure
4. World of Immortals (仙界之门)
• Episodes: ~50 (estimated)
• Genres: Xianxia, Mystery, Immortality, Spiritual Realms
3. Stellar Transformation (星辰变)
• Episodes: ~42 (3 seasons)
• Genres: Cultivation, Cosmic Fantasy, Romance, Martial Arts
2. Martial Master (武神主宰)
• Episodes: 300+ (ongoing)
• Genres: Xianxia, Martial Arts, Revenge, Rebirth, Action
1. Shrouding the Heavens (遮天)
• Episodes: 100+
• Genres: Epic Cultivation, Mythic Fantasy, Godhood, Adventure