The story begins with the spiritual qi revival, not in an academy. So in the early stages, there are no cultivation ranks or manuals to speak of. Everyone is feeling their way forward.
Early stage: Spiritual qi revival, the insect race rises, the apocalypse breaks out, and order is rebuilt. The authorities take the lead, and the protagonist relies on them in the beginning.
Early to middle stage: The insect race retreats underground. The protagonist is forced to leave the authorities, form his own team, and begin traveling.
Middle stage: Foreign races invade, war between nations begins, and he takes on those little Japanese...
Middle to late stage: The truth is uncovered, a sect is founded, and preparations begin for the great battle. Late stage: The world is turned upside down, our world is restored, and the final boss appears.
