Some worms continued to writhe even after death, just as some fallen Immortals might still cling to a sliver of life. Daoist texts were filled with such records. The most notable examples were the Ancient Immortals.0

In recent years, there has been a growing phenomenon of body-snatching. These takeovers were strange, leaving no trace, as even mystical abilities like Seer Eyes or Divine Observation Technique failed to detect them. One could only determine possession through drastic changes in behavior.0

For example, if someone long considered a fool suddenly became eloquent and well-versed in artisan skills, or if a shy boy who used to blush in front of girls suddenly became a charismatic flirt juggling multiple women, these would be deemed signs of suspected possession. Once discovered, these individuals would be taken away, never to be seen again. The Daoist Order encouraged commoners, gentry, and fellow Daoists to actively report such cases, with verified reports earning monetary rewards based on the accuracy and severity of the impact.1

This policy was meant to prevent Ancient Immortals from reincarnating through borrowed bodies, as the goal was to...0