From the beginning of this turbid world, the Taoist priest descended the mountain.

The Great New Republic of China, a time of great turbidity! The northern barbarians from beyond the Great Wall arrive, warlords fight amongst themselves, and the people suffer; the secret teachings of the West are lost, evil spirits break free from prisons, and fear grips the hearts of the people; the mountains and rivers are shrouded in turmoil, remnants of the previous dynasty spread heresies; evil spirits from the South Seas break their seals, witchcraft and sorcery are practiced, and humans are turned into furnaces! ... In Goose City, Qing Shi Town, at midnight, the moon is waning. Lin Ye stands beneath an old white tree, his Taoist robe fluttering, performing hand seals and incantations. The Five Thunder Talisman strikes the three-zhang-high, muscular old ape before him, but has no effect. "Hmm, magic is useless. But I, this Taoist, happen to know a little bit of martial arts..." After a moment, Lin Ye wipes his hands, leaving only a wisp of turbid ashes at his feet. "With this wisp of turbid ashes, my [Five Arts from Beyond the Heavens - Chasing the Year Ape Strike Technique] is complete."