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Tales of Demons and Gods

TDG, Yaoshenji, Yao Shen Ji, Yêu Thần Ký, 妖神记

Native Language Chinese

Released 2015

AuthorMad Snail, 发飙的蜗牛

TypeWeb Novel (CN)

Original Ch.: 507

Translated Ch.: 507

Rank: #72

Last Update: March 12, 2026

Original Pub.: Qidian

English Pub.: Webnovel, Wuxiaworld

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Tales of Demons and Gods is a popular novel that blends Action, Adventure, Fantasy and more. Written by the author Mad Snail. 507 chapters have been translated, and translation of other chapters is in progress.

Synopsis

Killed by a Sage Emperor and reborn as his 13 year old self, Nie Li was given a second chance at life. A second chance to change everything and save his loved ones and his beloved city. He shall once again battle with the Sage Emperor to avenge his death and those of his beloved. With the vast knowledge of hundred years of life he accumulated in his previous life, wielding the strongest demon spirits, he shall reach the pinnacle of Martial Arts.
Enmities of the past will be settled in this new lifetime. “Since I’m back, then in this lifetime, I shall become the King of the Gods that dominate everything. Let everything else tremble beneath my feet!”

📂 System Interface: The Rebirth Blueprint

Tales of Demons and Gods (TDG) is the pioneer of the “New Game+” genre in webnovel culture. The protagonist, Nie Li, is killed by the Sage Emperor but wakes up in his 13-year-old body with his past centuries of knowledge fully intact.

The story is a blend of strategy and accelerated progression. Nie Li uses his vast experience to “hack” the cultivation system, accumulating resources and allies long before the catastrophes of his previous life can occur.

Component	Classification	Tactical Implication
Temporal Demon Spirit Book	Origin Artifact	The object responsible for his reincarnation. It contains secrets that transcend the laws of space and time.
Demon Spirits	Combat Foundation	Unlike others who only possess one, Nie Li uses rare and “trash” spirits (like the Fanged Panda) and evolves them into god-tier threats.
Knowledge Supremacy	Professional Skill	Nie Li uses ancient inscriptions, alchemy formulas, and “lost” cultivation techniques to dominate experts with much higher ranks.
The Glory City Defense	Narrative Engine	The initial plot driver: Nie Li must strengthen his city against beast tides and internal traitors (The Sacred Family).

📂 System Interface: The Status Window (Nie Li)

Attribute	Classification	Description
Personality	Arrogant & Scheming	He is extremely confident. He treats elders like children and is ruthless toward those who betrayed his city in his past life.
Combat Style	Soul Force & Inscriptions	He rarely relies on brute force. He uses complex inscription arrays and the unique, hidden abilities of his demon spirits.
Moral Alignment	Chaotic Good	He will do anything to save his loved ones, including manipulation, bribery, or being insufferably arrogant to established authorities.
Social Standing	The “Hidden Master”	Though he appears to be a mediocre student, he secretly controls the city’s economy through the Alchemist Association.

Action Adventure Fantasy Shounen Xuanhuan

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Editor's Note

💡 The "Knowledge" Cheat. Nie Li isn't strong because of a "System" interface, but because he knows every shortcut, every hidden treasure, and every weakness of his future enemies.

The "Indefinite Hiatus" Warning. Be warned: The author (Mad Snail) is notorious for slowing down updates to a frustrating crawl (1 chapter per month) toward the later parts of the story.

Manhua vs Novel. The Manhua (comic) is extremely popular and often considered the best way to visualize the unique Demon Spirit transformations.

"Since I'm back, in this lifetime, I shall become the King of the Gods that dominate everything."

500+ Chapters (Ongoing / Severe Slowdown).

Experience Curve

Ch. 1–150 (Glory City Arc): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The Gold Standard. Discovering his talent, humiliating the Sacred Family, and saving Xiao Ning'er is perfectly paced.

Ch. 151–350 (Underworld & Expansion): ⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The Peak. The world expands, and Nie Li begins interacting with powers that dwarf his home city.

Ch. 351–500+ (Draconic Ruins Realm): ⭐⭐ – The Descent. The change in scale is too abrupt for some, and the author’s release schedule caused a massive drop in global interest.

WebNovelDB Review

7 /10

A cult classic that defined the "reincarnation" tropes, but suffers from the author's waning interest.

Writing Quality: 5/10. Simple and direct. Effective for action, but lacks deep literary polish.

Character Design: 5/10. Nie Li is a "Gary Stu." Secondary characters often become mere spectators to his greatness.

World Building: 7/10. The Demon Spirit integration system is one of the coolest concepts in the genre.

Pacing: 4/10. Excellent at the start, but falls apart at the end due to real-world release issues.

The Good: The satisfaction of watching Nie Li explain to 80-year-old masters why they are absolute beginners in alchemy.

The Bad: Nie Li's behavior is often seen as an arrogant "douchebag," and the lack of a proper conclusion is painful for fans.

For Fans Of: Against the Gods, Sovereigns of the Three Realms, Star Martial God Technique.

Not For You If: You want a humble protagonist or a story that is guaranteed to have a consistent, high-quality ending.

The Archetype: The "Walking Library." He wins because he has already read the "strategy guide" for life. He doesn't just outpower enemies; he out-knows them.

Verdict: A "Must-Read" for the first 200 chapters to understand the roots of modern Xianxia, but be prepared for a drop in quality as the author shifts focus to other projects.

WebNovelDB Team

Key Information

Main Characters: Nie Li (The Reincarnated Strategist), Ye Ziyun (The Spiritual Princess), Xiao Ning'er (The Loyal Talent).

Power System: Soul Force Cultivation, Demon Spirit Fusion (bonding with spiritual beasts for power), Array Formations, Profound Knowledge from future memories.

Themes: Second Chance / Rebirth, Redemption, Protecting Loved Ones, Academy Life, Strategic Genius, Unfinished Story

Similar To: Transcending the Nine Heavens, The Human Emperor, Against the Gods, Emperor’s Domination, Zhanxian, Sovereign of the Three Realms

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