Bitter Bamboo Old Man
The master of Bitter Bamboo Island, a renowned Mid Nascent Soul Stage cultivator in the overseas immortal cultivation world. He is famous for his 365 Cold Bamboo Flying Swords, the Ten Thousand Trees Grand Formation powered by the Heavenly Mulberry Divine Tree, and raising a rare ancient spirit bird, the Black Phoenix. He is skilled in sword formations. Han Li visits him to request Black Phoenix tail feathers.
[Chapter 961-970]
The master of Bitter Bamboo Island, a renowned Mid Nascent Soul Stage cultivator in the overseas immortal cultivation world. He is famous for his 365 Cold Bamboo Flying Swords, the Ten Thousand Trees Grand Formation powered by the Heavenly Mulberry Divine Tree, and raising a rare ancient spirit bird, the Black Phoenix. He is skilled in sword formations. Han Li visits him to request Black Phoenix tail feathers.
[Chapter 971-980]
The master of Bitter Bamboo Island, a powerful Mid Nascent Soul cultivator. He is proficient in sword formations. He initially tested Han Li’s humanoid puppet’s defenses and offense but conceded defeat when sensing the overwhelming power of the Thunderfire Bow. He subsequently traded the Black Phoenix Tail Feathers to Han Li amicably.
[Chapter 1241-1250]
An old acquaintance of Han Li. They met long ago when Han Li’s humanoid puppet fought him for a Black Phoenix tail feather. He is stuck at the peak of the Mid Nascent Soul Stage, unable to break through to the late stage, likely ending his cultivation path. He attended Hu Qinglei’s ceremony.
Appearance
An old man with a solemn expression.
Wears green robes, has white hair, but his face resembles a youth.
Looks like a handsome 16-17 year old youth with red lips, white teeth, and clear eyes, but has snow-white hair and a faint green aura over his face.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Han Li challenging the Bitter Bamboo Old Man?
Han Li needs three Black Phoenix tail feathers to refine his Seven Flames Fan. The Bitter Bamboo Old Man refused a trade because the phoenix is at a critical breakthrough stage. They agreed to a duel; if Han Li's puppet wins, he gets the feathers.
Why did Bitter Bamboo Elder concede the test?
He sensed the terrifying spiritual pressure from the humanoid puppet wielding the Thunderfire Bow and felt a genuine threat of death, leading him to immediately admit defeat.
What did Han Li obtain from him?
Han Li obtained the Black Phoenix Tail Feathers (Wu Feng Ling) in exchange.
How does Bitter Bamboo Elder know Han Li?
They met when Han Li's humanoid puppet fought him to obtain a Black Phoenix tail feather needed to refine the Three Flames Fan.
What is his current cultivation bottleneck?
He is stuck at the peak of the Mid Nascent Soul Stage and seems unable to advance to the Late Stage, likely ending his cultivation journey.