Lin Feng

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Lin Feng (林风)
Alias(es)	“Inter Milan Prince”; “Lin Huang” (“Emperor Lin”); “Emperor of the Bernabéu” 88 605 606
Gender	Male
Date of Birth	May 20, 1988 12
Birthplace	Xiaogan, Hubei, China 12
Nationality	Chinese; personally verified his identity to reporters with his Chinese ID card 13
Affiliation	China Youth National Team; China National Team; China Olympic Team; Greuther Fürth; Inter Milan; Real Madrid 12 36 416 485
Occupation/Role	Professional footballer; attacking midfielder, box-to-box midfielder, and free-roaming midfielder 275 443 444
Jersey Number	8 276 294
First Appearance	Chapter 4

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
S-Class Kaka main template unlocked	4	After eight years of daily system sign-ins, Lin Feng unlocked the system’s first function in summer 2003 and drew an S-Class Kaka card.
National-team debut mission: SS evaluation	4	Received +10% main-module fusion progress and +10% sub-module development progress; a second, initially unusable module was unlocked.
Ballack (1/3) fragment fused into Kaka template	72	Kaka-template development reached 86%; gained stronger long-range shooting and powerful free-kick ability.
Nedvěd fragment fused into Kaka template	83	Addressed his stamina weakness and strengthened both his endurance and fighting spirit.
Guti fragment fused into Kaka template	114 115	His field of vision and long-distance perception expanded; unlocked Through Ball Mastery and God’s Eye View.
Second template activated	418	Began developing the second template while planning to acquire durability-related talents such as Iron Sinews and Steel Bones and Iron Man.

Background

Lin Feng was born in Xiaogan, Hubei, before moving overseas with his parents at age seven. He later returned to China after turning sixteen to obtain his Chinese ID card, which became decisive proof when his eligibility and nationality were questioned during the Youth National Team campaign. 12 13

He possesses a mysterious system acquired ten years before the story’s early events. It remained limited to daily sign-in reminders for years before granting him access to player templates; his first draw produced the S-Class Kaka template that shaped his attacking style. 4

Klopp personally selected Lin Feng for the China Youth National Team after Yu Hai and Wang Yongpo were injured. His sudden emergence turned the team from a Chen Tao-led single-core side into a “dual-core” setup, with supporters comparing the two young midfielders as unprecedented twin stars. 12

Lin Feng treats overseas development as vital to Chinese football’s future. During the Youth National Team’s stay in Amsterdam, he considered how to encourage teammates to pursue study-abroad opportunities and higher-level European training. 6

Appearance

Lin Feng is repeatedly described as a tall, handsome, sunny-looking young man. He grew from roughly 1.83 meters to nearly 1.85 meters during his early professional career, combining his frame with increasing physical strength. 152 258 372

• Wears the number 8, a shirt number that became especially popular among young Chinese players inspired by him. 294
• Has a notably strong build for an attacking midfielder, making him difficult to pull back once he accelerates. 295
• His public image is associated with an approachable demeanor rather than aloof celebrity behavior. 51 249

Personality

Lin Feng is ambitious, disciplined, and unusually mature under media pressure. He handled the controversy over his nationality directly, prepared thoroughly for interviews, and won reporters over through humor, tact, and thoughtful gifts. 13

He is also conscious of his responsibility to teammates and Chinese football. He regularly encourages younger players, helps prospective Chinese players settle into overseas opportunities, and sees his own success as a way to raise the ceiling for future Chinese footballers. 249 294 563

Despite his stature, Lin Feng remains considerate in personal interactions. He signs autographs and takes photos with fans, protects teammates’ pride after outperforming them, and treats even fringe national-team players respectfully. 51 372

Abilities & Skills

Template System

Lin Feng’s core advantage is his player-template system, centered on an S-Class Kaka template and enhanced with fragments from other elite players. 4 72 83 114

• Kaka template — provides the base for his elegant, direct dribbling, counterattacking acceleration, and attacking-midfield play. 4
• Ballack fragment — enhanced his long-range shooting and free kicks. 72
• Nedvěd fragment — improved stamina and mental resilience, compensating for what had been his greatest weakness. 83
• Guti fragment — expanded his visual range and led to Through Ball Mastery and God’s Eye View. 114 115

Pace, Dribbling, and Physicality

Lin Feng is most feared for explosive ball-carrying runs. Opponents initially stereotype him as a fast, powerful attacker who tears through defensive lines during counters; that reputation is earned by his ability to maintain balance through contact and accelerate beyond recovering defenders. 116 289

• Can break through multiple defenders on solo runs, including a 66-meter goal for Real Madrid. 443
• Uses his size and strength to win physical duels against elite opposition. 164 258
• Combines pace with close control rather than relying solely on athleticism. 276
• Is difficult to stop legally once he has space to accelerate. 295

Passing, Vision, and Playmaking

After merging Guti’s fragment, Lin Feng became a far more complete creator. His passing developed from a supplementary skill into a major weapon capable of reshaping an opponent’s defensive expectations. 114 155

• Through Ball Mastery — delivers precise, defense-splitting passes, including deceptive outside-of-the-foot through balls. 114 115
• God’s Eye View — improves his perception of distant movement and broadens his field of vision. 114 115
• Exploits defenders’ assumptions that he will always dribble or sprint forward, using delayed or disguised passes to create chances. 116
• Can shift an entire team’s attacking focus from one flank to another according to personnel and match conditions. 453

Scoring and Set Pieces

Lin Feng is both a scorer and creator, with the ability to finish from close range, long range, counterattacks, and dead-ball situations. 72 155

• Scored Inter Milan’s first goal of the 2005–06 Serie A season and became the first Chinese player to score in Serie A. 87
• Recorded the first hat-trick by a Chinese player in Europe’s Big Five Leagues. 88
• Uses powerful free kicks and long-range shots after integrating the Ballack fragment. 72
• Is capable of scoring with either foot and has no documented weak foot. 453
• Developed an especially concealed outside-of-the-foot strike, including a left-footed equalizer against Barcelona at Camp Nou. 560

Defensive Range and Midfield Versatility

Lin Feng is not limited to attacking midfield. He can operate as a box-to-box or free-roaming midfielder, contributing to defensive positioning, interceptions, cover defense, and immediate counterattacks. 131 443 444

• Played effectively as a defensive midfielder against South Korea, using anticipation, positioning, physicality, and cover defense to disrupt attacks. 131
• As a free-roaming midfielder, can recover possession in the forward line, midfield, or wings before launching transitions from wherever he wins the ball. 444
• His all-around profile allows coaches to deploy him deeper without requiring a specialist defensive midfielder to protect him. 518

Documented Limitations

• His heading ability is functional but explicitly below elite aerial specialists. 329
• His high workload and frequent fouls from opponents create injury risk; he has missed matches through injury and sustained a moderate ligament tear. 418 619
• He initially lacked elite stamina before integrating the Nedvěd fragment. 83

Career Highlights

Achievement	Details
East Asian Cup champion	Helped China win the East Asian Cup, their first championship with him in the side, after a 3–0 win over North Korea. 72
European Golden Boy winner	Recognized as the Golden Boy Award winner by the time of his senior national-team debut. 147
Serie A pioneer	Became the first Chinese player to score in Serie A. 87
Big Five Leagues milestone	Recorded the first hat-trick by a Chinese player in Europe’s Big Five Leagues. 88
Inter Milan icon	Earned the nickname “Inter Milan Prince” after his breakout performance against Treviso. 88
Real Madrid record transfer	Joined Real Madrid for €100 million, becoming the first Asian player at the club and football’s first €100-million transfer. 416
La Liga half-season record	Set a century-old La Liga half-season scoring record with 26 goals and 12 assists. 453
Ballon d’Or winner	Had won the Ballon d’Or by the Olympic-team period. 452
Youngest Chinese Olympic flag bearer	Selected as the youngest flag bearer in Chinese Olympic delegation history. 498
Champions League record	Previously scored 17 Champions League goals in a single season. 605
Monthly scoring record	Produced 16 goals and 9 assists in six February matches, setting a record for combined goal contributions in a month across La Liga and the Big Five Leagues. 671

Story Role / Major Arcs

Youth National Team Breakthrough

Lin Feng’s early performances at the U-20 World Cup make him a national sensation and attract European scouts. His rise brings scrutiny over his background, but he resolves the controversy by presenting his Chinese ID and then publicly declares that the Youth National Team will win the championship. 4 12 13

Inter Milan Rise

After joining Inter Milan, Lin Feng rapidly becomes central to the club’s attack. His Serie A breakthrough establishes historic milestones for Chinese football, while his evolving passing ability transforms him from a speed-and-power scorer into an elite creator as well. 36 87 88 155

His importance grows to the point that leading European clubs pursue him, while Inter Milan seeks an early contract renewal. Lin Feng considers Real Madrid, Liverpool, and Bayern Munich as potential destinations while remaining focused on helping Inter compete for titles. 155 171

National-Team Leadership

Lin Feng’s presence changes the expectations around the Chinese National Team. He earns acceptance through ability rather than seniority, becomes vice-captain, and provides goals, assists, and leadership in major international fixtures. 147 216

He also serves as a central figure for the Olympic side. Klopp appoints him captain at age twenty, and many younger teammates regard merely training beside him as an opportunity to meet their idol. 294 485

Real Madrid Era

Real Madrid sign Lin Feng for a record €100 million on a five-year contract that gives him the squad’s highest annual salary and preserves all of his portrait rights. 416

He immediately proves decisive in Spain, producing two goals and two assists against Atlético Madrid on his debut and later setting club and league records through his goal-scoring consistency. 423 431 453

At Real Madrid, Lin Feng expands into a complete midfield focal point under Mourinho. His performances as a box-to-box and free-roaming midfielder combine defensive coverage, transitions, playmaking, and finishing, making him the side’s defining player. 443 444

Relationships

• Chen Tao — Youth National Team fellow core and longtime teammate; they share mutual familiarity, though Chen Tao is often exasperated by Lin Feng’s bold public statements. 12 13 451
• Jürgen Klopp — Youth and Olympic-team coach who personally selected Lin Feng for the youth side and later made him Olympic captain. 12 485
• Zheng Zhi — Senior national-team leader who welcomed Lin Feng into the squad and later offered him advice and support. 51 451
• Gao Lin — Close friend and frequent source of playful banter; openly admires Lin Feng’s ability and seeks his technical guidance. 373 491
• Adriano — Inter Milan teammate and friend; their celebrations helped deepen their bond, and Adriano later looked forward to meeting Lin Feng again in the Champions League. 88 453
• Javier Zanetti — Inter Milan teammate who discovered in training that Lin Feng was extremely difficult to contain one-on-one. 355
• José Mourinho — Real Madrid manager who increasingly built his tactical approach around Lin Feng’s versatility and match-winning influence. 423 431 443
• Raúl — Initially distant teammate at Real Madrid; reconciled with Lin Feng, improving dressing-room unity and their on-pitch partnership. 443
• Liu Yifei — Romantic partner and later fiancée; they bonded through football and calligraphy, met each other’s families, and publicly became engaged. 379 444 484 662
• Zhang Linpeng — Younger Chinese player whom Lin Feng inspires and mentors on career decisions. 364 563
• Lionel Messi — Major rival from the Youth World Cup onward, later competing with Lin Feng for individual honors and recognition as La Liga’s leading star. 12 83 433

Trivia

• Lin Feng secretly joined his own Tieba community using an alternate account; fans refused to believe he was the real Lin Feng even after he posted photographs from Inter Milan’s training base. 207
• He demanded control over 100% of his portrait rights during Inter Milan negotiations and retained all portrait rights in his Real Madrid contract. 36 416
• He practices calligraphy and used knowledge from his previous life to write songs for Liu Yifei. 379 425
• His fame made the number 8 more popular among aspiring Chinese footballers than the traditional number 10. 294