Especially the Earth Element Daoist Monarch, who is faintly considered the foremost in this realm.
Although there are many Eight Desolates Demon Emperors, they are far inferior to the numerous powerhouses in the Central Province.
The strongest Ghost Emperor, Celestial Corpse, and Xiankong Ancestor, while recognized as first-class Earth Immortals, have a clear gap compared to Yuan Qinglian and the Earth Element Daoist Monarch.
Xiong Wuji considers himself a first-class figure, not inferior to the Ghost Emperor and Celestial Corpse.
However, the number of first-class Earth Immortals in the Central Province is more than one can count on two hands.
Because the Central Province has so many strong individuals, the Demon Emperors of the Eight Desolates all stay put in the Eight Desolates, none daring to trespass into the Central Province.
