Mu Chen

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Mu Chen (牧尘)
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Northern Spiritual Academy; ally of Lu Chen and the Tianluo Alliance
Occupation/Role	Cultivator; Spirit Array practitioner; later a Spirit Array Ancestor
Status	Active
First Appearance	Chapter 1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Spiritual Movement Stage	1	Had cultivated for two years at the Northern Spiritual Academy; Lu Chen regarded his determination as exceptional despite this comparatively modest realm.
Mid-stage Heaven Merging Realm	22	Reached this level in the two years since Lu Chen last saw him.
Lower Earthly Supreme; low-level Spirit Array Ancestor	166	Broke through while rebuilding alongside Lu Chen after the Da Luo Territory's destruction.
Upper Earthly Supreme	227	Personally states his realm during his reunion with Qing Yanjing.

Background / History

Mu Chen studied at the Northern Spiritual Academy, where he cultivated for two years and reached the Spiritual Movement Stage. Though defeated by Lu Chen, he remained excited to learn from him rather than discouraged. He admired Lu Chen's comprehension and believed Lu Chen could rival even the Spiritual Road's celebrated “Kings” and “Emperors.” 1

After two years apart, Mu Chen reunited with Lu Chen in White Dragon City as a mid-stage Heaven Merging Realm cultivator. He introduced Luo Li as his girlfriend, though the introduction initially left him awkward. 22

Mu Chen later joined Lu Chen's expeditions and benefited from his support, including Spirit Tools, Heavenly Rank Spirit Array Diagrams, cultivation instruction, and the first-layer True Spirit Empowerment of One Qi Transforms into Three Purities. 36 148 205

His determination is closely tied to his family. When Qing Yanjing's spiritual-energy clone protected him from an Extraterritorial Evil Clan member, Mu Chen promised that he would grow strong enough to rescue her from the Ancient Buddha Clan. 134 He later reunited with her in person and introduced Luo Li to her. 227

Personality

Mu Chen is persistent and self-motivated. Even when outmatched, he treats defeat as an opportunity to improve, and he continually pursues greater strength for Luo Li and Qing Yanjing. 1 148

He is also bold and confident in the face of stronger opponents. When warned of the consequences of advancing his Dharma Body, he dismissed a Ninth Grade Perfection opponent as no great concern and declared that he and Lu Chen could “slaughter anyone” they encountered. 154

Despite his bravado, Mu Chen is emotionally devoted to his family and partner. His reunions with Qing Yanjing reveal how deeply he was affected by their separation, while his introduction of Luo Li to his mother reflects his commitment to their relationship. 134 227

Abilities & Skills

Spirit Array Expertise

Mu Chen possesses substantial knowledge of Spirit Arrays and eventually becomes a low-level Spirit Array Ancestor. 129 166

• Identified the sealing array around Ghost Hand's ruins as a Three Elements Transforming Spirit Array used to nurture Sacred Objects. 129
• Analyzed the Heaven Rank High Grade Spirit Array used to trap Xiao Xiao in the Ancient Heavenly Palace. 160
• Received three Heavenly Rank Spirit Array Diagrams from Lu Chen for future preparation. 148
• Advanced to low-level Spirit Array Ancestor after reaching Lower Earthly Supreme. 166

Cultivation and Combat

Mu Chen continually advances through dangerous expeditions, combat, and seclusion.

• Reached the mid-stage Heaven Merging Realm within two years of his academy days. 22
• Participated in the Ancient Heavenly Palace expedition and accompanied Lu Chen through its various halls. 160 165
• Fought alongside Lu Chen's group against the looming threat of the Heavenly Demon Emperor. 170
• Defeated Xia Emperor before reuniting with Qing Yanjing at the Ancient Buddha Clan. 227

Dharma Body

Mu Chen possesses a Dharma Body whose future advancement required careful consideration. Lu Chen warned him that advancing it into a Heaven and Earth Dharma Idol could leave no room for regret. 154

One Qi Transforms into Three Purities

Lu Chen exchanged for the first-layer True Spirit Empowerment of One Qi Transforms into Three Purities for Mu Chen. 205

• The context does not document Mu Chen's subsequent mastery or use of the divine power.
• The technique's first realm is described as capable of creating two clones comparable in strength to the main body. 177

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Nine Level Pagoda — A black tower that can expand into a massive nine-level pagoda for defense; it was shattered while protecting Mu Chen from a powerful attack. 133
• Dragon Slaying Sword — Weapon Mu Chen prepared to use after his pagoda was broken. 133
• Dragon-Serpent Spirit Ring — High-Grade Spirit Tool given by Lu Chen; Mu Chen gave the Serpent Spirit Ring of the pair to Luo Li. 36
• Three Heavenly Rank Spirit Array Diagrams — Given by Lu Chen to aid his preparations for the Heavenly Palace mission. 148
• Wind God Fan — Sacred Object selected by Mu Chen from the treasures obtained in the Ancient Heavenly Palace; Lu Chen remained to help refine it. 165

Relationships

• Lu Chen — Friend, ally, mentor, and benefactor. Lu Chen provides Mu Chen with resources, instruction, and repeated support during major crises. 1 148 205 210
• Luo Li — Girlfriend. Mu Chen introduces her to Lu Chen and later to Qing Yanjing; he gives her the Serpent Spirit Ring. 22 36 227
• Qing Yanjing — Mother. Mu Chen vows to become strong enough to rescue her, then later reunites with her in person. 134 227
• Mu Feng — Father. Mu Chen tells Qing Yanjing that he had promised Mu Feng he would find her. 134
• Nine Nether — Ally of Lu Chen who agrees to lend Mu Chen Sovereign Spiritual Liquid in exchange for one year of service. 116
• Xiao Xiao — Ally during the Ancient Heavenly Palace expedition; Mu Chen assists Lu Chen in identifying the Spirit Array trapping her. 160
• Su Qingyin — Ally during the response to the Heavenly Demon Emperor threat. 170

Story Role / Major Arcs

Northern Spiritual Academy

Mu Chen begins as one of Lu Chen's academy peers. After losing to Lu Chen, he remains eager to learn and demonstrates the perseverance that defines his later cultivation. 1

White Dragon City and Early Reunions

He reunites with Lu Chen in White Dragon City as a Heaven Merging Realm cultivator and introduces Luo Li. He is later shocked when Lu Chen reveals himself as a Sovereign Realm expert. 22 24

Heavenly Flame Hall and Sacred Object Hunt

Mu Chen seeks Sovereign Spiritual Liquid for his pursuit of the Ancient Heavenly Palace, securing it through a one-year service arrangement. He later provides the key insight that Ghost Hand's ruins are protected by a Sacred Object-nurturing Spirit Array. 116 129

Ancient Heavenly Palace

Lu Chen trains Mu Chen and supplies him with Heavenly Rank Spirit Array Diagrams before taking him to the Ancient Heavenly Palace. There, Mu Chen assists with Spirit Array analysis, acquires the Wind God Fan, and is later captured during an ambush before Lu Chen breaks the encirclement. 148 160 165 166

Rebuilding and Earthly Supreme Advancement

After the Da Luo Territory is destroyed, Mu Chen goes into hiding with Lu Chen's group and helps rebuild their forces on the Nine Nether Continent. During this period, he reaches Lower Earthly Supreme and becomes a low-level Spirit Array Ancestor. 166

Qing Yanjing and the Ancient Buddha Clan

Mu Chen is protected by Qing Yanjing's clone during a confrontation with the Extraterritorial Evil Clan, then vows to rescue her. He later reunites with her in person, introduces Luo Li as his girlfriend, and prepares to represent the Qing Branch in the All Veins Martial Gathering. 134 227 229

Luo God Clan Crisis

When the Luo God Clan faces attack from the Blood God Clan, Mu Chen's crisis prompts Lu Chen to personally intervene, underscoring their enduring alliance. 210

Notable Quotes

“Mother, I’m fine. I promised Father that I would definitely find you.” 134

“Brother Lu, what kind of person do you take me for? It’s just a Ninth Grade Perfection expert! It’s no big deal. Together, you and I can slaughter anyone we meet!” 154

“Look, I’m already an Upper Earthly Supreme...” 227