A modern illustrator Huai Shu is transported to a cursed ancient village. Awakening the Soul-Painting Pen, he gains the power to draw runes and slay ghosts. He teams up with the town’s guardian Nan Zhi to fight Japanese warlord wraiths, evil cults, and dark gods poisoning the world.
Using immortal brushwork and soul magic, they purify evil, uncover past-life secrets, and save realms from destruction. A dark xianxia fantasy of courage, blood grudges, and celestial justice.