The cultivation world is buzzing today as one of the “Big Three” of 3D donghua has finally ended our collective suspense. A Record of a Mortal’s Journey to Immortality (Fanren Xiu Xian Zhuan) has officially confirmed its return with a new annual series starting June 13, 2026.
If you’ve been tracking the crumbs on Weibo, you know this isn’t just any return—we are diving straight into the high-stakes Moulan War arc.
The Details: When and Where?
Mark your calendars and clear your Saturday mornings. Here is the release breakdown:
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Release Date: June 13th
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Schedule: Every Saturday at 11:00 AM
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Platform: Bilibili (Exclusive)
The announcement was accompanied by a cinematic teaser and a “congratulatory” exchange with the other donghua‘s animation team, signaling a massive summer for fans of high-tier cultivation stories.
What to Expect: RMJI’s The Moulan War Arc
The marketing for this season is leaning heavily into the theme: “As the wind and sands rise, a chilling stillness grips heaven and earth.”
For those who have followed Han Li’s journey from a cautious village boy to the formidable “Han Tianzun (Venerable Han Li),” this arc represents a massive shift in scale. We aren’t just looking at 1-on-1 duels anymore. With the Mulan armies pressing the borders, the story is transitioning into a full-scale supernatural war.
Why this matters for the series:
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Tactical Brilliance: Han Li has always been a “survival first” protagonist. Seeing how his cautious, calculating nature fits into a massive military conflict is where this show truly shines.
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Familiar Faces: The official teasers promise “reunions with old friends” amidst the beacons of war. In a world as vast as Fanren, these character payoffs are rare and highly rewarding.
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Technical Benchmarks: Let’s be honest—this series currently sets the gold standard for 3D motion capture and choreography in donghua. If the “Moulan War” trailers are anything to go by, the production quality has only sharpened during the hiatus.
A Nuanced Take: Is the Hype Justified?
While it’s easy to get swept up in the “Annual Series” excitement, A Record of a Mortal’s Journey to Immortality has always been a bit of a slow burn. It doesn’t rely on the “instant gratification” power-ups seen in Soul Land or Battle Through the Heavens.
Its strength lies in its realism (well, as “real” as flying swords get). The pacing can feel methodical—sometimes even slow—but it builds a sense of dread and tension that few other shows can match. If you prefer your protagonists to be tactical geniuses rather than just “the loudest guy in the room,” June 13th can’t come soon enough.
Are you ready for the return of Han Tianzun after the short 2026 hiatus of A Record of a Mortal’s Journey to Immortality? Which character reunion are you hoping for the most in the Mulan War? Let’s discuss in the comments!
Last Updated on April 4, 2026 by Yu Alexius
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