The story focuses on a boy called Mu Chen who was meant to save the world.

In a world called Beiling, there was a boy called Mu Chen who was the son of Mu Feng. His father was in charge of the territory of the Mus and he knew barely a thing about his mother. Also, He was born without Lingli which was a kind of magical power so he worked hard and entered the Beiling Academy. Later on, he met a girl called Luo Li who was a Shennü of Luoshen and fell in love with her. He also met a lot of friends and realized where his responsibilities were at. He must practice hard to be that "Great Master" to defeat The God of Tianxie and protect the world.—Yang Ge

In a fantasy land populated by fierce mortal clans and a wide pantheon of warring deities, a young, virtuous, and loyal man named Mu Chen (Roy Wang) searches for answers - despite the ravages of war, love, and family secrets. He is the son of the clan leader of the Mu, and has long been obsessed with finding out what has become of his natural mother - who was forced to flee Mu lands to protect him when he was still a young boy. Mu Chen decides to embark on a strict training program that he hopes will provide him with the skills he needs on his quest for truth and justice. One day, while making his way down the Spiritual Road, Mu Chen comes across a woman who is being attacked by violent assailants. Mu Chen comes to her rescue and soon discovers that she is Luo Li (Na Na Ouyang), a princess from one of the four clans of the Eastern Heavens realm. Usually cold and aloof, Luo Li is grateful for Mu Chen's assistance and is charmed by him. The two become close, agree to join forces - and eventually discover that they are romantically attracted to one another. Will love come calling for Mu Chen and Luo Li? Will Mu Chen ever discover the whereabouts of his mother? And who will win the fierce battle for dominance as gods and mortals clash in a test of strength, skills, magic, and cunning? This drama was based on a novel of the same name, written by Li Hu, and published in 2013. The novel also spawned a hit animated series. "The Great Ruler" is a 2019 Chinese drama series directed by Zhang Meng and Feng Cheng.—Rakuten Viki

A young boy with insurmountable potential starts on an adventure to become a great hero who fights on the side of good. Along the way, he forms lasting friendships and finds love. Mu Chen was born in the Mu region. His father is the Mu Chief, but a series of tragic events forced his mother to abandon Mu Chen early in his life. Mu Chen swore to become strong, seek out his mother, and reunite with her. Mu Chen's natural talents give him the chance to cultivate his skills for competition. During his training, he saves a young girl, Luo Li, and the two quickly fall in love. In order to find his birth mother, Mu Chen leaves his hometown and enters the earthly world to face dark forces and save his loved ones.—ChineseDrama