Chen Yan

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Chen Yan (陈言)
Species/Race	Human; a transmigrated and reborn individual
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Heaven Dou City First Intermediate Academy; later Shrek Academy
Occupation/Role	Soul Master, forging master, Battle Armor creator
Status	Alive
First Appearance	2

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Level 12 Soul Master	2	Awakened the Five-Clawed Golden Dragon Martial Soul with Innate Full Soul Power; merged a Golden Armor Dragon Soul Spirit.
Level 33 Soul Grandmaster	8	His soul power rose to Level 33, accompanied by visible physical maturation.
Soul Spirit evolution	12	His Earth Dragon Soul Spirit underwent Spirit Ascension and began transforming toward an Eastern Dragon.
Soul power +2 levels	26	Received Dragon God split Soul Spirit recognition in Dragon Valley; both dragon Soul Spirits evolved.
Four Rings	82	Displayed three purple and one black Soul Ring while pressuring Le Zhengyu.
Level 55 Soul King	104	Absorbed the Vermillion Fruit and Seven Star Grass, gaining three levels and awakening fire and wood attributes.
Five Rings / Seven-Colored Soul Ring	135	Condensed an unformed Soul Ring using immense energy, completing the Five Elements.
Eight-Ring Soul Douluo	154	Fought Long Yue while concealing part of his actual cultivation.
Super Douluo-level aura	156	His aura surged to Super Douluo level; possessed five black, two orange-gold, and one colorful Soul Ring.
Near Level 110	192	His cultivation approached Level 110, nearing the threshold of a Level Three God.

Background

Chen Yan was single for twenty years in his previous life before transmigrating into the Douluo world. He regards himself as a descendant of Yanhuang and initially intends to pursue opportunities from the Tang Sect, including Dragon Valley and Immortal Herbs. He is conscious that his knowledge of the setting and its future may alter established events. 3 9

After awakening his Martial Soul, he recognizes Gu Yuena from her silver hair, purple eyes, and exceptionally high-quality dragon Martial Soul. Their first encounters place him in contact with someone he immediately identifies as a dangerous, powerful figure. 5

In Dragon Valley, Chen Yan gains recognition from the Dragon God’s split Soul Spirit and receives major gains for both himself and his Soul Spirits. Gu Yuena later tells him that another version of him had once lived in the Dragon Realm, befriended the Dragon God, helped establish Dragon Race laws, and held prestige second only to the Dragon God before departing with only a shield and the words, “See you in the future.” 25 26

Personality

Chen Yan is outwardly friendly but describes himself as naturally indifferent: many people he interacts with are acquaintances rather than true friends in his mind. He dislikes trouble, tends to withdraw when he feels unneeded, and focuses on immediate concerns rather than the affairs of the Douluo Federation. 28

He is notably homebound and lazy in daily life, preferring to sit, lie down, or remain in his room when possible. Despite this, he works intensely when a goal matters to him, cultivating diligently, forging through the night, and pursuing stronger equipment and Battle Armor. 3 16 46

Chen Yan is cautious about power and relationships. He recognizes the gap between himself and Gu Yuena, questions where Soul Beasts fit into her plans, and tries to remain rational even when emotionally affected. Genuine care from Gu Yuena breaks through his guardedness, leading him to trust her. 27 28

Appearance

Chen Yan is described as handsome and becomes more physically mature as his soul power rises. His Golden Dragon abilities manifest visibly through golden scales and transformed hands. 3 8

• Golden scales spread from the backs of his hands to his forearms when using Dragon Transformation. 3
• His fingers become thicker and sharper during the transformation. 3
• He later wears or summons Battle Armor, including a concealed Three-Word set. 144 156

Abilities & Skills

Five-Clawed Golden Dragon Martial Soul

Chen Yan possesses a top-tier dragon Martial Soul and Innate Full Soul Power. Its dragon attributes grant him exceptional combat potential and affinity with dragon-related inheritances. 2

• Enhances his physical combat ability and supports dragon-based Soul Spirits. 2 26
• Receives significant benefits from Dragon Valley and the Dragon God’s split Soul Spirit. 26
• Its completed Five Elements grant metal, fire, wood, and additional elemental applications. 104 139

Dragon Transformation

His first Soul Skill transforms his arms with golden dragon scales and claws. 3

• Improves attack power, speed, and defensive capability. 3
• Produces enough force to audibly tear the air with a swing. 3
• Has high soul-power consumption and cannot be sustained for long. 3
• Initially lacks long-range attack options. 3

Five Elements and Spatial Ability

After absorbing spirit items, Chen Yan gains fire and wood attributes in addition to metal. Once the Five Elements are complete, he studies spatial techniques with Gu Yuena. 104 139

• Can employ fire and wood elemental power through his Martial Soul. 104
• Develops spatial skills, though he remains below Gu Yuena’s proficiency. 139
• His perfected Martial Soul allows him to draw upon the power of the Five Elements in high-level combat. 154

Golden Dragon Spear

A powerful golden spear associated with Chen Yan’s Dragon Valley gains and later used as his primary weapon. 23 98

• Its aura suppresses dragon-type Martial Souls, causing Wu Siduo’s Martial Soul to tremble. 98
• Defeats multiple enemy mechas with single strikes. 144
• Can absorb and integrate enemies into itself, allowing Chen Yan to save companions from an Evil Soul Master Soul Douluo. 173

Forging and Battle Armor Crafting

Chen Yan is a forging master who specializes in Battle Armor design, refinement, and advancement. He eventually begins creating God-level Battle Armor. 55 56 191

• Carves a Taiji round core from a Taiji Two-Yin Stone for his Battle Armor. 57
• Uses Spirit Refinement to ignite a Battle Armor’s “flame of life.” 56
• Creates and uses Three-Word Battle Armor while concealing it from acquaintances. 144 156
• Forges a God-level gauntlet that withstands a Seven-Colored Elemental Tribulation. 192
• Plans to create God-grade mecha designed as the Emperor Armor’s mount and armor beast. 170

Acupuncture

Chen Yan can employ acupuncture in field situations. 75

• Subdues a Three-Eyed Golden Lion cub without killing it or absorbing its power. 75
• His decision reflects the assessment’s emphasis on respect for life. 75

Culinary Skill

Chen Yan is an accomplished cook who uses Soul Tool equipment and soul-power control to prepare spiritually rich meals. 16

• Uses a Soul Tool Hot Meal Pot and high-grade ingredients such as Night-Shining Rice and High Mountain Snow Water. 16
• Monitors ingredients with soul power and controls heating, seasoning, and preparation precisely. 16
• Regularly cooks for Gu Yuena after she expresses how much she enjoys his food. 16

Music and Entertainment

Chen Yan plays guitar and sings, and is associated with popular armor-themed mecha films. 61

• Performs the song “You Never Left” for classmates during a camping trip. 61
• His mecha-themed film becomes a major commercial success and contributes to his public fame. 61
• Is especially popular among young Soul Masters, though less known to ordinary people without access to Soul Guidance Communicators. 123

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Golden Dragon Spear — Chen Yan’s primary spear; capable of suppressing dragon Martial Souls and absorbing enemies. 98 173
• Golden Shield / Aurora Shield — defensive shield; its hardness can withstand powerful impacts, though it initially lacks damage absorption and counterattack functions. 27 31
• Phoenix Jade Pendant — pseudo-super divine artifact left by his other self; activated with Chen Yan’s blood. 30
  • Provides storage, soul nourishment, vitality enhancement, and divine-level attack and healing functions. 31
• Replica Jade Pendant — given to Chen Yan alongside the Aurora Shield, with instructions to upgrade it himself. 31
• Soul Tool Furnace / Hot Meal Pot — tools used for forging and cooking. 16
• Battle Armor — progresses from early designs and Spirit Refinement to Three-Word and God-level equipment. 56 144 192
• God-level Battle Armor Gauntlet — forged from Dragon Scales, Life Stone, Divine Iron, and Destruction Crystals; spiritually attaches to his hand. 192

Relationships

• Gu Yuena — Closest companion and eventual romantic partner. Their bond grows from guarded coexistence to mutual trust, affection, confession, first kiss, and public proposal. Chen Yan supports her plans concerning the Spirit Transfer Pagoda and Soul Beast Race. 6 28 113 132 167 186
• Dragon God — Chen Yan’s other self was the Dragon God’s close associate, living nearby in the Dragon Realm, spending time with him, and helping formulate Dragon Race laws. 25
• Zhen Hua — Chen Yan’s master and president of the Soul Master Association; he recognizes Chen Yan’s relationship with Gu Yuena. 125
• Mu Ye — An older acquaintance whom Chen Yan teasingly calls “Uncle Mu.” 125
• Xu Hao — Friend and classmate; seeks Chen Yan’s advice on secondary professions and often follows his lead in major decisions. 55 61
• Li Mingxuan — Classmate and companion; Chen Yan invites him to Spirit Ascension and later fights alongside him in group activities. 103 173
• Song Ya — Teammate whom Chen Yan ensures is protected by Sun Siyuan during a simulation assessment. 84
• Wu Zhangkong — Teacher who watches Chen Yan’s combat displays with concern and surprise. 144
• Di Tian — A powerful Soul Beast associated with Gu Yuena; observes and judges Chen Yan warily. 19
• Bi Ji — A green-haired healing-type fierce beast whom Chen Yan meets while traveling with Gu Yuena. 19

Story Role / Major Arcs

Awakening and Early Contact with Gu Yuena

Chen Yan awakens the Five-Clawed Golden Dragon Martial Soul, merges with the Golden Armor Dragon Soul Spirit, and begins planning to seize opportunities from the Tang Sect or Spirit Transfer Pagoda. Gu Yuena observes him from afar before bringing him into her sphere of influence. 2 3 6

Spirit Ascension and Dragon Valley

He enters the Spirit Ascension Platform with Gu Yuena, evolves his Soul Spirits, and travels to Dragon Valley. There he receives the Dragon God split Soul Spirit’s recognition, gains treasures, and learns of his other self’s role in Dragon Realm history. 9 12 20 25 26

Academy Life and Battle Armor Development

Chen Yan attends Heaven Dou City First Intermediate Academy, gains VIP treatment, forms friendships, and pursues forging as his secondary profession. He develops Battle Armor components, competes in the Alliance Grand Competition, and becomes increasingly famous among young Soul Masters. 35 55 57 61 64

Shrek and Rising Fame

At Shrek, Chen Yan continues to display superior cultivation, leads teams during assessments, helps classmates with Spirit Ascension matters, and becomes known for overwhelming opponents. 75 82 90 103

Five Elements and Tournament Combat

After absorbing the Vermillion Fruit and Seven Star Grass, Chen Yan reaches Level 55 and unlocks fire and wood attributes. He later forms a Seven-Colored Soul Ring, completes the Five Elements, and fights as an Eight-Ring Soul Douluo during high-level tournaments. 104 135 154

God-Level Growth

Chen Yan survives assassination attempts, enters the ranks of the world’s strongest combatants, begins forging God-level Battle Armor, and prepares for future threats alongside Gu Yuena. 155 156 170 191 192 203

Trivia

• Chen Yan repeatedly describes himself as someone who would rather stay home than go out. 16 35
• He considers himself a “King of Hard Work” despite his preference for a relaxed life. 3
• He is embarrassed by the audacity of his other self, particularly the story of offering to forge armor for the Dragon God in exchange for dragon scales. 25
• He is highly susceptible to Gu Yuena’s affection and admits internally that he is a “sucker for beauty.” 16
• He prefers noodles and is pleased when Gu Yuena prepares them for breakfast. 28