Chen Zihang

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Chen Zihang (陈子航)
Alias(es)	Young Master Zihang; Izumo Empire's Number One Genius
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Chen Family; Yellow Spring Pavilion
Occupation/Role	Chen Family commander; former candidate for Family Head
Status	Alive
First Appearance	20

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
8-Star Great Dou Shi	20	At age twenty, he is the Chen Family's foremost younger-generation genius and has already earned military merit in campaigns against the Mulan Empire.
Great Dou Shi	23	His thunderstorm-enhanced combat power allows him to kill one Dou King and mortally wound another while surrounded by three Dou Kings; he is badly injured and requires three months to recover.
8-Star Dou Huang	332	After obtaining a Mysterious High-Rank Wind and Lightning dual-attribute cultivation method and receiving Chen Cheng's pills, he rises three stars from Five-Star Dou Huang.
8-Star Dou Huang (thunderstorm-enhanced)	332 333	Uses the Thunder Law Heavenly God Body and Thunder Gather to defeat Elder Li, a Nine-Star Dou Zong, in a single strike.
Mid-Stage 3-Star Dou Sheng	389	Reveals his Dou Sheng cultivation while confronting three Heavenly Demon Phoenixes.
Mid-Stage 4-Star Dou Sheng	389	Advances during battle against Phoenix, Eagle Phoenix, and Kun Phoenix; captures Kun Phoenix alive.
3-Star Dou Sheng	390	Chen Cheng identifies his rapid growth as the effect of Chen Zihang's activated God Grade Bloodline.
Dou Di	405	Has reached the realm by the time Chen Cheng entrusts the family to him before departing for a new world.

Background

Chen Zihang was raised in the Chen Family and became known as the Izumo Empire's leading young genius. Before Chen Cheng returned, the family regarded him as its strongest prospective Family Head. He built influence through his exceptional cultivation, military service against the Mulan Empire, and support from Chen Family elders and army commanders. 20 23

His Wind and Lightning Dual System physique granted immense offensive potential, but suitable cultivation methods were scarce. For much of his early life, he relied on a Yellow High-Rank dual-attribute method, which limited his long-term advancement despite his talent. 23 47

Chen Zihang believed his parents had died in war and that he had been raised by another man to give him a sense of family. This loss contributed to his solitary disposition. His father, Chen Tiansheng, had in fact spent twenty years undercover within the Feng Family; Chen Zihang recognizes him during their reunion and eventually accepts him as his father. 203

Although Chen Cheng's arrival displaced him as the leading candidate for Young Family Head, Chen Zihang ultimately judged Chen Cheng by his ability to strengthen the family. He resolved to support Chen Cheng if he proved worthy, while reserving the right to contend for leadership if he did not. 47 After witnessing Chen Cheng's rise to Dou King and his gathering of powerful followers, Chen Zihang sincerely acknowledges him as Young Master. 184

Appearance

Chen Zihang is described as a handsome young man, frequently dressed in light blue or black armor depending on the setting. 48 183

• Light-blue clothing during his confrontation with Murong Zhi. 48
• Cyan-and-blue Dou Qi Wings when fighting as a Dou Huang. 332
• Uses a long spear and, earlier, a Thunder Staff. 183 202
• Possesses a special eye technique capable of detecting disguises. 50

Personality

Chen Zihang is proud, forceful, and highly protective of his authority. He dislikes refusal, can be lawless in public, and is feared for his willingness to kill or cripple opponents who challenge him. 42 43 338

Beneath his harsh manner, his principal ambition is to restore the Chen Family's former glory. He values family standing over personal cultivation opportunities and initially remains with the Chen Family rather than entering Jia Nan Academy so that he can earn the clan's recognition and serve its interests. 47 50

He is pragmatic in loyalty. He threatens Murong Zhi for suspected schemes against Chen Cheng, protects Chen Cheng's position, and later accepts Chen Cheng's leadership once his strength and potential are undeniable. 48 184 He is also capable of respect and humility toward capable people, including Tian Yan, Mang Tianchi, Yuwen Tuo, and Chen Cheng. 185 333 391

Abilities & Skills

Wind and Lightning Dual System Physique

Chen Zihang possesses a rare physique aligned with both wind and lightning. Its power is especially amplified during thunderstorms, when he can draw upon surrounding natural lightning. 23 332

• Combines wind-enhanced movement with lightning-enhanced speed through his Wind Lightning Wings. 337
• Can deploy lightning nets across a wide area and condense lightning into concentrated attacks. 183
• His thunderstorm combat power can rise several times beyond his normal level. 23
• His early growth was restricted by the lack of compatible dual-attribute cultivation methods. 23 47

Thunder Law Heavenly God Body

A peculiar state activated during a thunderstorm, allowing Chen Zihang to absorb lightning and merge his body with surrounding wind-and-thunder energy. 332

• Absorbs hundreds of lightning bolts to sustain and strengthen himself. 332
• Allows him to mobilize vast heaven-and-earth energy. 332
• Disrupts an opponent's ability to control energy and space. 332
• In this state, his attack power is dangerous even to Five- and Six-Star Dou Zongs. 332
• Enables the ultimate move Thunder Gather, which defeats Nine-Star Dou Zong Elder Li. 332 333

Special Eye Technique

Chen Zihang possesses an eye technique that reveals disguises and lets him observe unusual energy phenomena. 50 187

• Identifies Feng Ruoxue despite her medicine-and-mask disguise. 43 50
• Detects Wei Zhuang refining the lingering thoughts of slain soldiers. 187

Clan Mark and God Grade Bloodline

Chen Zihang can use a clan mark to raise his cultivation during battle. Chen Cheng later identifies him as possessing a God Grade Bloodline, explaining his extreme advancement after Chen Cheng reaches Dou Di. 389 390

• His bloodline is activated by Chen Cheng's Dou Di breakthrough. 390
• His clan mark contributes to his rise during the battle against the Heavenly Demon Phoenixes. 389

Martial Skill

Chen Zihang is an accomplished spear wielder and battlefield commander. 182 202

• Commands the Chen Family's Black Armor Guards and forces during the rebellion. 182 187 332
• Fights with a long spear, Thunder Staff, lightning nets, and wind-and-thunder attacks. 183 202 332
• Defeats Feng Xiao, chief disciple of the Wind and Thunder Pavilion, and takes his Storage Ring. 337 338

Equipment

• Thunder Staff — Used to focus and condense lightning in his battle against Feng Ting. 183
• Long spear — His principal weapon in later battles and training. 202 332
• Wind Lightning Wings — Cyan-and-blue Dou Qi wings that amplify his movement speed. 332 337
• Mysterious High-Rank Wind and Lightning Dual Attribute Skill — Received through Chen Guan after Chen Cheng arranged for it to be delivered. 212

Relationships

• Chen Cheng — Kinsman and initially a rival for the Young Family Head position. Chen Zihang ultimately recognizes Chen Cheng's leadership and supports his rise. 47 184 405
• Chen Tiansheng — Biological father; an undercover Chen Family agent who reunites with Chen Zihang after two decades. 202 203
• Fang Siyao — His girlfriend and the only woman said to move his heart; she moderates his behavior and helps bridge the distance between him and Chen Tiansheng. 21 43 203
• Feng Ruoxue — He recognizes her disguised identity, shelters her in Qing Xing Courtyard, and reveals his intentions regarding Chen Cheng and the Chen Family to her. 43 47
• Tian Yan — Briefly recruits her into his service; later accepts that she is better suited to follow Chen Cheng. 50 185
• Yuwen Tuo — Ally who observes Chen Zihang's potential, praises his victory over Elder Li, and cooperates with him afterward. 332 333
• Murong Zhi — A wary rival whom Chen Zihang threatens over suspected schemes against Chen Cheng. 23 48
• Kun Phoenix — Heavenly Demon Phoenix whom Chen Zihang captures alive after fighting three clan members at once. 389 390

Story Role / Major Arcs

Rivalry for the Young Family Head Position

Chen Zihang enters the story as the Chen Family's established prodigy and presumed heir. Chen Cheng's return threatens his prestige, leading to confrontations over Feng Ruoxue and Chen Cheng's authority. 20 23 44

Qing Xing Courtyard Incident

He takes Feng Ruoxue from the City Guards after discovering her true identity and houses her in Qing Xing Courtyard. He refuses to admit this to Chen Cheng, provoking a direct confrontation. 42 43 44

Support for Chen Cheng

Chen Zihang reveals that his ultimate concern is the Chen Family's restoration, not simply personal succession. He protects Chen Cheng from perceived threats and watches Chen Cheng's cultivation with approval. 47 48

Chen Family Rebellion

As a military commander, he leads Chen Family forces against the Izumo imperial side. He confronts Dou Wang Feng Ting to protect his soldiers, though the lack of a thunderstorm exposes the strain caused by the realm gap. 182 183

Acceptance of Chen Cheng's Leadership

After seeing Chen Cheng's Dou King cultivation and powerful allies, Chen Zihang bows to him as Young Master. He continues serving the Chen Family campaign, organizing troops and protecting Wei Zhuang's breakthrough. 184 187

Wind-and-Thunder Advancement

After receiving an appropriate Mysterious High-Rank cultivation method, Chen Zihang's cultivation accelerates dramatically. As an Eight-Star Dou Huang, he defeats Nine-Star Dou Zong Elder Li during a thunderstorm. 212 332 333

Heavenly Demon Phoenix Conflict

Chen Zihang defeats Feng Xiao, later confronts three Heavenly Demon Phoenixes alone as a Dou Sheng, advances during the battle, and captures Kun Phoenix. 337 338 389

Succession of the Chen Family

By the time Chen Cheng departs for a new world, Chen Zihang has reached Dou Di. Chen Cheng entrusts the family to him, recognizing both his cultivation and leadership ability. 405

Trivia

• Before Chen Cheng's return, Chen Zihang was the Chen Family's favored candidate for Family Head. 20
• He has only ever recruited three Dou Ling experts under his personal command at the time Tian Yan meets him. 50
• His storm-enhanced record against three Dou Kings became known only through Murong Zhi's account. 23
• He considers family recognition more valuable than the cultivation benefits he might have gained by attending Jia Nan Academy. 50