Lin Xiuran

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Lin Xiuran (林修然)
Alias(es)	Brother Xiuran; Second Brother
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Shrek Academy; Spirit Transfer Pagoda; Beast Emperor Hall
Occupation/Role	Soul Master; Forgemaster; Battle Armor Forger
Status	Alive
First Appearance	Chapter 2

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Rank 19 Soul Master	3	Needed to acquire a soul spirit and had saved enough money for a cheaper soul ring.
Over Rank 20	24	His cultivation had passed the twenties, allowing him to commute on foot without significant fatigue.
Rank 30 Soul Grandmaster	32	Awakened his third Soul Ring and gained control of the Water/Ice Element with Gu Yuena's assistance.
Rank 40 Soul Ancestor	55	Reached level forty by the time he reunited with Wu Zhangkong at Shrek Academy.
Rank 49 Soul Ancestor	86	Approached the Rank 50 threshold and a new elemental awakening.
Rank 50 Soul King	100	His fifth Soul Ring enhanced his Phoenix Bloodline and granted strength comparable to the Golden Dragon King's.
Rank 60 Soul Emperor	111	His bloodline, elemental control, mental power, physical strength, and Phoenix Truefire all improved substantially.
Rank 70 Soul Sage	128 142	Defeated Xu Junwen as a Soul Sage; later suppressed Rank 40 Xu Xiaoyan with seven soul rings.
Nine-ring Titled Douluo	208 209	Revealed nine soul rings at Sea God's Pavilion and effortlessly subdued Xu Xiaoyan.

Background / History

Lin Xiuran was discovered as an infant after a nine-colored gemstone vanished in a cave. Leng Yu found him at the center of the gemstone's light, named him Lin Xiuran, and raised him. The light also evolved Leng Yu's Martial Soul, while an Ice Bird possessing Phoenix bloodline guarded the site. 98

He was later brought into the Xu Family, where Xu Junwen favored his biological children, Xu Xiaoyu and Xu Xiaoyan. Xu Xiaoyu framed Lin Xiuran for events at the Riotous Spirit Ascension Platform, and Xu Junwen disowned him after ordering him to kneel. Lin Xiuran refused, resolving to stop expecting anything from the Xu Family. 2

After surviving an assassination attempt arranged by Xu Junwen, Lin Xiuran learned the truth of his mother's death. Leng Yu had been an Evil Soul Master, Soul Emperor, and Battle Armor Master; Xu Junwen colluded in her capture, leading to her suicide. This revelation cemented Lin Xiuran's hatred of Xu Junwen, though the Clan Elder prevented immediate revenge. 10 15

He entered Zero Class under Wu Zhangkong, where his talent, mental strength, elemental affinity, and Phoenix bloodline emerged in battle. His advancement brought him from Eastsea Academy to Shrek Academy's Inner Court, while he also developed as a forger under Mu Chen, Zhen Hua, Feng Wuyu, and later Xi Xiong. 28 51 55 186

At Beast Emperor Hall, Lin Xiuran's Phoenix bloodline resonated with the Phoenix Heart, causing a phoenix phantom to manifest and the Soul Beasts of the small world to bow. He later obtained the Nine Heavens God Phoenix Spear and became increasingly tied to the Hall. 107 113

Appearance

Lin Xiuran is a tall, slender young man with black hair and black eyes. His calm expression and cool bearing are not arrogant, while the advancement of his Phoenix bloodline has made his appearance more striking and given him an aura of mystery and nobility. 54 161

• Handsome features and smooth, porcelain-like skin. 161
• Tall and slender build, compared to bamboo. 161
• His Phoenix bloodline produces an auspicious, noble presence that draws attention. 161
• Nine-colored wings later attach to his back, accompanied by a massive phoenix phantom. 238

Personality

Lin Xiuran is reserved, composed, and difficult to provoke into showing open emotion. He does not waste words, often responding to hostility with indifference rather than argument. His coldness toward the Xu Family stems from betrayal and his refusal to forgive their treatment of Leng Yu. 30 31

Despite this distance, he is protective and compassionate toward people suffering injustice. He saved Ouyang Zixin during an assassination ambush despite her role in luring him there, helped a mistreated girl escape Han En, and later cleansed Xu Xiaoyan of destructive dark power instead of allowing it to consume her. 10 117 209

He is driven by self-improvement. Even after becoming exceptionally powerful, he continues to cultivate, forge, seek instruction, and acknowledge the limits of his current strength. 113 186 220

Abilities & Skills

Phoenix Bloodline

Lin Xiuran possesses an exceptionally powerful Phoenix bloodline, the foundation of his rapid growth, elemental affinity, Phoenix Truefire, and connection to Beast Emperor Hall.

• Suppresses weaker avian bloodlines, including Zhang Yangzi's Dark Demonic Eagle Martial Soul. 36
• Countered the Golden Dragon King's pressure and empowered his Phoenix Fire Fist against Tang Wulin. 29
• Resonated with the Phoenix Heart, easing his bodily oppression and compelling nearby Soul Beasts to bow. 107
• Was strengthened by his fifth Soul Ring, granting him physical force comparable to the Golden Dragon King's. 100
• Can manifest overwhelming power through Phoenix Truefire, though it was insufficient against a Soul Sage early in his growth. 69

Elemental Control

Lin Xiuran gains and controls multiple elements, notably Fire, Wind, Ice, and Thunder.

• Used Fire and Wind during early Zero Class training. 36
• Awakened Water/Ice control through his third Soul Ring at Rank 30. 32
• Redirected Guyue's combined ice-fire attack through a hidden control ability. 28
• Used Ice Spikes to divide and disrupt a five-person formation. 59
• Defeated Yue Zhengyu with a lightning attack. 56
• Used an Icefire Storm to pressure multiple opponents and injure Xu Yucheng. 60

Phoenix Martial Soul and Flight

His Martial Soul developed from a Wind Bird into a massive, three-colored bird and later a Phoenix.

• Manifested three colored soul rings and an enormous three-colored Wind Bird against Ye Xinglan. 41
• Awakened Four Element Wings after gaining his fourth Soul Ring, granting flight. 60
• Used the wings to evade a Soul Sage, though he was ultimately captured before rescue arrived. 69
• His later Nine-Colored wings vastly increased his strength and elemental sensitivity. 238

Phoenix Truefire

Phoenix Truefire is Lin Xiuran's signature flame and a major advantage in both combat and forging.

• Burned Tang Wulin's Blue Silver Grass to ash. 28
• Formed the Phoenix Fire Fist that overpowered Tang Wulin's Golden Dragon Claw. 29
• Injured Xu Junwen during their final confrontation. 128
• Enables superior rare-metal forging and contributed significantly to his growth as a forger. 30 100
• Can be incorporated into his Battle Armor concepts for further innovation. 188

Dark Energy

A sealed dark attribute exists within Lin Xiuran's fifth Soul Ring.

• Once caused him to lose consciousness and become a nearly invincible, uncontrollable dark form capable of resisting Titled Douluo attacks. 89
• The dark attribute was later sealed; Gu Yuena stated it should only reappear under extremely rare conditions. 100

Forging and Battle Armor Crafting

Lin Xiuran is a highly accomplished forger whose Phoenix Truefire gives him unusual advantages.

• Reached Fifth-Level Forging Master by Rank 40. 55
• Developed a chaotic hammering style incorporating aspects of the Chaotic Cloak Hammer Technique. 51
• Produced ten-thousand-year Soul Rings for the Spirit Transfer Pagoda, raising his status within the organization. 100
• Successfully forged One-Word Battle Armor and later equipped Two-Word Battle Armor, Nine Phoenixes. 130 137
• Studied Three-Word Battle Armor under Xi Xiong and forged his own set using Life Crystal-infused methods. 186 220

Spatial Ability

Lin Xiuran possesses a spatial movement ability.

• Left Dai Yueyan and Long Yue using spatial movement after intervening against Han En. 117

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Nine Heavens God Phoenix Spear — A Super Artifact discovered in Beast Emperor Hall; its power suppresses Phoenix-aligned opponents, but Lin Xiuran initially can only access a fraction of its strength. 111 113 138
• Nine Phoenixes — His Two-Word Battle Armor, used against Leng Yulai. 137
• Three-Word Battle Armor — Forged under Xi Xiong's guidance with Life Crystal infusion and resonance with Lin Xiuran's bloodline. 220
• Four Element Wings — A bloodline ability awakened after his fourth Soul Ring, enabling flight. 60
• Nine-Colored Wings — Divine Artifact wings released from his Storage Ring and attached to his back, greatly increasing his power. 238
• Silver-white spear — A weapon custom-made by Zhen Hua from precious rare metals. 81

Relationships

• Leng Yu — Adoptive mother; named and raised Lin Xiuran after finding him as an infant. Her death at the Xu Family's hands is central to his pursuit of justice. 15 98
• Leng Yaozhu — Maternal aunt and protector; took him in after finding him in the Far North and later supported him through the Spirit Transfer Pagoda. 49 63 133
• Xu Junwen — Former patriarch and principal enemy; disowned Lin Xiuran, arranged attempts on his life, and was responsible for the events that led to Leng Yu's death. 2 10 15
• Xu Xiaoyu — Nominal older brother and rival; framed Lin Xiuran and later attempted reconciliation only after Lin Xiuran's strength became evident. 2 30 31
• Xu Xiaoyan — Nominal younger sister; initially sought reconciliation, later accused him of murdering the Xu Family, and was ultimately saved by him from dark power. 30 142 209
• Wu Zhangkong — Teacher and early mentor; recognized Lin Xiuran's exceptional talent and guided him into Shrek Academy. 42 55
• Gu Yuena / Gu Yue — Trainer and complex associate; helped awaken and condense his Ice Element, while Lin Xiuran remains wary of her identity as the Silver Dragon King. 5 32
• Tang Wulin — Fellow Zero Class student and rival; their clashes revealed Lin Xiuran's Phoenix bloodline and established mutual recognition of each other's strength. 28 29
• Xie Xie — Classmate and admirer; calls him “Brother Xiuran” and received training methods from Lin Xiuran. 31
• Yuanen Yehui — Friend and forging collaborator; Lin Xiuran supports her cultivation, forges for her, and introduced her to Lin Qianni for help with her Spirit Hall problem. 86 143
• Lin Qianni — Sister; offered Beast Emperor Hall's support and introduced him to its resources and allies. 107 134
• Feng Siran — Beast Emperor Hall leader and guide; escorted him to the Nine Heavens God Phoenix Spear. 111 113
• Zhen Hua — Godsmith mentor; oversaw Lin Xiuran's Battle Armor forging and protected him from slander surrounding the Xu Family tragedy. 130
• Xi Xiong — Beast Emperor Hall's foremost forger; instructed Lin Xiuran in Three-Word Battle Armor techniques and Life Crystal use. 186 220
• Wu Siduo — Former opponent who came to admire his strength; later confessed her feelings, which Lin Xiuran answered respectfully without accepting. 169 209

Story Role / Major Arcs

Xu Family Conflict

Lin Xiuran is falsely accused, disowned, and targeted for death by the Xu Family. After discovering the truth about Leng Yu, he cuts all ties with the family and eventually defeats Xu Junwen. 2 15 31 128

Zero Class and Tianhai Alliance Competition

As a member of Zero Class, Lin Xiuran reveals his Phoenix bloodline and multi-element talent. He wins the youth-group individual and forging championships at the Tianhai Alliance Competition. 28 29 46

Shrek Academy and Inner Court

Lin Xiuran enters Shrek Academy early due to his exceptional talent, rapidly advances through the ranks, and becomes an Inner Court disciple. He defeats members of the Teenage Prodigy List while displaying four soul rings and his Four Element Wings. 55 59 60

Beast Emperor Hall

His connection to the Phoenix Heart establishes his importance to Beast Emperor Hall. He gains the Nine Heavens God Phoenix Spear, receives support from Lin Qianni and Feng Siran, and studies the Hall's advanced Battle Armor techniques. 107 113 186

Xu Family Tragedy Investigation

After the Xu Family is wiped out, Lin Xiuran becomes the prime suspect. He admits to disrupting Xu Xiaoyu's wedding and taking Xu Xiaoyu away, but denies responsibility for the massacre and identifies Xu Junwen as the likely culprit. Zhuo Shi intervenes to protect him from the Academy's investigation. 130 132 133

Titled Douluo Era

Lin Xiuran reaches nine rings and demonstrates an overwhelming power gap against former classmates. He defeats Yue Zhengyu, subdues Xu Xiaoyan, purifies the dark power within her, and continues pursuing stronger Battle Armor to withstand Ultimate Douluo-level threats. 208 209 218

Trivia

• Lin Xiuran's earliest documented cultivation level is Rank 19. 3
• He initially appeared average during Zero Class physical testing, concealing the scale of his actual talent. 27
• His first simulation opponent was set to advanced difficulty by apparent error and behaved more like a living person than a virtual construct. 22
• He regards forging as essential because of Battle Armor's importance to his future strength. 30
• His Phoenix bloodline is connected to his survival, rapid cultivation, Beast Emperor Hall, and the Nine Heavens God Phoenix Spear. 264