cultivation realms:

1. Qi Gathering Realm: Cultivators who have entered this realm can sense the flow of qi around them and can absorb it to strengthen their bodies.

2. Foundation Establishment Realm: At this level, cultivators can start to refine their qi into a solid foundation, allowing them to use it for attacks and defense.

3. Core Formation Realm: At this realm, the cultivator forms a golden core in their dantian, which stores a large amount of qi and greatly increases their power.

4. Nascent Soul Realm: In this realm, the cultivator's golden core is refined into a nascent soul, which can leave the body and attack independently.