The author of this book is from Philippines, a Filipino. Expect some unperfect English on the way.
Terminology to be encounter: Cultivation - is a Taoist concept by which humans can extend their lifespan and gain supernatural powers through practicing a set of martial and mystical arts involving meditation and the cultivation of Qi(energy). In many novels, the ultimate goal of cultivation is to become an immortal and attain godhood. The "Cultivating Method" could comprise martial arts, Buddhism, or Taoism depending on the doctrine of different religions.
Cultivation Stages: Body Tempering Stage Mana Gathering Stage-(Energy Gathering Stage) Core Formation Stage Nascent Soul Stage Void Trancendance Stage [Void Sensing, Void Interpretation, Void Comprehension, Void Mastery] Mortal Monarch Stage Mortal Emperor Stage