This book has many of the hallmarks of other cultivation stories: quest for power, demonic enemies, Travis Baldree, and antagonists with a “might makes right” attitude. This story is a nice blend of the usuals but it does one thing in a very unique way: takes no prisoners.
The MC is written as an experienced older man in his younger self’s body. That comes with years of hard life lessons and a generally ruthless attitude. I really enjoyed this more practical and mature take on life and death.
This is an excellent read for people looking for a less idealistic main character.