Chen Junting

Power Progression

• Age 6: Chen Junting begins studying the sword and becomes a Soul Master 252.
• Age 7: Chen Junting's progression continues 252.
• Early Training: Chen Junting begins formal sword training, starting with basic sword-holding techniques and breathing exercises. He learns the Seven Kills Sword Art and the "Kill" character technique. His daily routine includes morning sword forms, medicinal baths, sword art practice, learning about Soul Masters and Beasts, combat skills, and nighttime meditation with the Seven Kills Sword to sense and become familiar with Sword Momentum 9. He also assists Wu Feng in obtaining her first spirit ring 9.
• Age 12: Chen Junting becomes captain of the Shrek Team reserve, comprehending the Sword Intent of Slaughter and the Seven Kills Domain 252. He understands that the Seven Kills Sword Martial Soul has innate Sword Momentum, and that achieving a certain level of Sword Momentum can transform it into a Domain, as his ancestor Chen Xin did with the Seven Kills Domain upon becoming a Titled Douluo 9.
• Age 14: Chen Junting breaks through to Soul Emperor and obtains his first Hundred Thousand Year Soul Ring 252.
• Age 16: Chen Junting refines his Domain 252.
• Age 17: Chen Junting creates the Natural Sword Style, comprehends the Sword Intent of Entrapment, and breaks through to Soul Saint 252.
• Unspecified Time: Chen Junting, as a powerful Sword Dao master, demonstrates his own Sword Dao, "Junting," during a duel with Ji Juechen 219.
• Unspecified Time: Chen Junting visits Tai Yu's blacksmith shop and later delivers the new sword 'Silence' to Ji Juechen. He offers Ji Juechen a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast and the Eight-Petaled Immortal Orchid to aid his breakthrough to Soul Saint 267.
• Unspecified Time: All disciples successfully break through to the next cultivation stage in less than a month. Chen Junting decides to attempt self-condensing a Soul Ring. He controls the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower to willingly offer its Soul Ring and Soul Bone to Wu Feng, transforming Wu Feng's Martial Soul into Ultimate Fire and helping Wu Feng reach Level 74 Soul Saint 379.
• Unspecified Time: Wu Feng completes secluded cultivation and breaks through to become a Soul Master with Ultimate Fire attributes 380.
• Unspecified Time: Chen Junting attempts to break through to Soul Douluo using the God-bestowed Soul Ring. He uses its power to self-condense his Soul Ring, successfully creating an eighth Soul Ring, which is the first of its kind. He obtains two soul skills from the Imperial Auspicious Beast, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion: Destiny Judgment and Destiny's Sorrow 380.
• Unspecified Time: Chen Junting creates two new Soul Skills, Man-Sword Unity and Unity of Heaven and Man, by observing patterns. He combines these two states to create a new Soul Skill, which he improves by adding a forgetfulness secret art, resulting in the fourth Soul Skill, Sword God's Selflessness. He then creates his third Soul Skill, Awe-Inspiring in All Directions, by tracing his ancestral bloodline and modifying a Soul Skill pattern 382.

Relationships

Qin Lan

Qin Lan is a trusted teammate and subordinate of Chen Junting. Their relationship is characterized by mutual respect and a clear understanding of roles within their team 39 42 53. Qin Lan, an Agility-Attack System Soul Master with the Ethereal Ghost Leopard Martial Soul, quickly stepped forward to greet Chen Junting when their team was first announced, showing immediate respect for his leadership 39. Chen Junting, in turn, welcomed him with a smile 39.

During battles, Qin Lan actively supports Chen Junting's strategies. For instance, when facing Huang Chutian's team, Qin Lan informed Chen Junting about the twin sisters' Martial Soul Fusion Skill, demonstrating his awareness and strategic thinking 53. Chen Junting then decided to deal with the sisters first, indicating his trust in Qin Lan's assessment 53. In their first freshman assessment match against Class One, Chen Junting injured the opponents, and Qin Lan was responsible for eliminating them, showcasing their coordinated teamwork 42. Chen Junting also strategically allowed Qin Lan to gain practical combat experience by having him participate in the remaining round-robin matches while other teams forfeited against Chen Junting's team 43. This decision highlights Chen Junting's role as a mentor and his commitment to developing his teammates' skills 43. Qin Lan understood and agreed with this strategy, further solidifying their effective working relationship 43. Later, Chen Junting spent time training Qin Lan and other disciples, involving Soul Saints and above to provide varied combat styles, which underscores his dedication to their growth and the sect's overall strength 271.

Gao Ming

Gao Ming is another member of Chen Junting's team, serving as a Support System Soul Master with the Ruyi Plate Martial Soul 39. Like Qin Lan, Gao Ming showed immediate respect for Chen Junting upon their team's formation, greeting him and expressing his willingness to be guided 39. Gao Ming is described as somewhat thin and unremarkable in appearance, but his role as the class's second-ranked Support System user makes him a valuable asset to Chen Junting's team 39. In combat scenarios, Gao Ming provides crucial support, working in conjunction with Chen Junting and Qin Lan to achieve victory 53.

Gao Ming also considers his future within the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, expressing hesitation about entering the Inner Court and showing interest in joining the sect 43. This indicates a level of trust and openness between him and his teammates, as he shares his career aspirations 43.

Huang Chutian

Chen Junting and Huang Chutian are rivals in the freshman assessment tournament, having faced each other in multiple matches 43 53. Their interactions are primarily competitive, demonstrating Chen Junting's superior strength and strategic prowess. In their first encounter, Huang Chutian's team faced Huo Yuhao's team, where Huang Chutian conceded the match due to Dugu Xin's Poisonous Thorns, showing concern for his teammates' safety 43.

Later, Chen Junting's team directly faced Huang Chutian's team in the top 16 53. Huang Chutian, along with the Lan Sisters, presented a challenge with his Great Strength Divine Ape Martial Soul and their Martial Soul Fusion Skill 53. However, Chen Junting quickly demonstrated his formidable strength, wounding Huang Chutian with his sword qi and eliminating him with his second Soul Skill 53. The Lan Sisters' attempt to trap Chen Junting with their Heavenly Net and Earthly Web was also easily shattered by his third Soul Skill 53. Huang Chutian's serious expression upon seeing Chen Junting and his team, and his subsequent quick defeat, underscore the significant power disparity between them 53.

Zhao Kai

Zhao Kai is a member of Class One's team, which was Chen Junting's first opponent in the freshman assessment 42. Zhao Kai is a Soul Grandmaster with the Iron-Armored Mountain Boar Martial Soul, likely serving as a Defense System or Assault System Soul Master 42. When Class One's team realized they were facing Chen Junting, their faces immediately showed distress, indicating their recognition of his formidable reputation and the overwhelming challenge he presented 42. Chen Junting's team easily defeated Zhao Kai's team in less than 20 seconds, with Chen Junting injuring the opponents and Qin Lan eliminating them 42. This interaction established Chen Junting's dominance early in the competition.

Ji Juechen

Chen Junting and Ji Juechen share a complex relationship that evolves from a challenging duel to a mentorship and friendship, rooted in their shared mastery of Sword Dao 219 268 271. Chen Junting, a powerful Sword Dao master, initially challenged Ji Juechen to a duel, which served as a crucible for Ji Juechen's growth 219. During this duel, Ji Juechen achieved the Man-Sword Unity state and comprehended his own "Sword Obsessive Domain: Silence," with Chen Junting testing its limits 219. Chen Junting then demonstrated his own Sword Dao, "Junting," showcasing his superior skill 219.

Following this, Chen Junting offered Ji Juechen and Jing Ziyan a place in his Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, promising access to vast Sword Martial Soul resources, thereby taking on a mentor role 219. Chen Junting actively supports Ji Juechen's personal life, arranging for him to visit Jing Ziyan at the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect's Soul Guidance Research Institute and encouraging them to take a break from their work 268. He also helped Ji Juechen form a pact with the Eight-Petaled Immortal Orchid, significantly enhancing his Innate Soul Power 268.

Their relationship is also characterized by friendly banter and mutual respect. Chen Junting teases Ji Juechen about his relationship with Jing Ziyan, indicating a comfortable and familiar dynamic 271. Ji Juechen joins Chen Junting in training other disciples, challenging himself against the talented young generation, which further solidifies their bond as fellow disciples and friends 271. Ji Juechen's continued growth and confidence, even displaying a new technique during sparring with Gu Tianchen, are partly a result of Chen Junting's guidance and the resources provided by the sect 271.

Ning Tian

Chen Junting and Ning Tian are fellow students and competitors, often discussing strategy and sharing information 62 105. They have a competitive relationship, particularly during the freshman assessment. Ning Tian, a member of a rival team, is known for her strategic prowess and her use of the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda to amplify her allies' attacks 105.

During the finals of the freshman assessment, Chen Junting revealed to Ning Tian that Wang Dong was actually a girl, indicating a level of trust and shared intelligence between them 62. They also discussed their strategies for the final match against Huo Yuhao's team 62. Ning Tian shows her competitive side and drops her usual pretense when alone with Chen Junting, suggesting a more candid and direct interaction when they are not in public 62.

Later, in a training exercise against senior students, Ning Tian's strategic use of her Martial Soul was instrumental in defeating senior opponents, while Chen Junting's team also employed strategic use of Soul Guidance Devices to win 105. This highlights their shared strategic thinking and competitive spirit.

Huo Yuhao's Team (Huo Yuhao, Wang Dong, Dugu Xin)

Chen Junting's relationship with Huo Yuhao's team is primarily one of competitive rivalry and mutual respect, particularly during the freshman assessment tournament 43 62 63. Chen Junting initially praised Huo Yuhao's team for their strength after they defeated Huang Chutian's team, and he offered them advice for the elimination tournament, showing a degree of mentorship or at least acknowledgment of their talent 43.

As they approached the finals, Chen Junting played a role in ensuring the final match against Huo Yuhao's team would proceed seriously. When Huo Yuhao's team considered retreating due to the perceived overwhelming strength of Chen Junting's team, Chen Junting intervened and "scared" them into committing to the final match, indicating his desire for a true challenge 62. He decided to take the final match seriously and go all out 62.

During the final match, Chen Junting showcased his powerful Seven Kills Sword and Sword Momentum 63. He faced Wang Dong, who revealed her second Martial Soul, the Clear Sky Hammer, and Dugu Xin,

Notable Battles

• Opponent(s): Zhao Kai's team 43.
  Chen Junting's Actions: Chen Junting's team easily defeated Zhao Kai's team 43. Following this, Chen Junting opted not to participate in the remaining round-robin matches, allowing Qin Lan to gain practical combat experience 43. Opponents subsequently forfeited against Chen Junting's team 43.
  Result: Chen Junting's team achieved a perfect ten wins, advancing to the elimination tournament 43.

• Opponent(s): Huang Chutian's team, including the Lan Sisters 53.
  Chen Junting's Actions: Chen Junting used his sword qi to wound Huang Chutian and then eliminated him with his second Soul Skill 53. When the Lan Sisters attempted to trap him with their Martial Soul Fusion Skill, "Heavenly Net and Earthly Web," Chen Junting broke free using his third Soul Skill 53.
  Result: Chen Junting's team easily defeated Huang Chutian's team, showcasing superior strength and strategic thinking 53.

• Opponent(s): Dai Huabin and Zhu Lu 60.
  Chen Junting's Actions: Chen Junting utilized his Martial Soul Fusion Skill, "Netherworld White Tiger," to defeat both opponents 60.
  Result: Chen Junting easily defeated Dai Huabin and Zhu Lu, demonstrating the power of his Martial Soul Fusion Skill 60.

• Opponent(s): Huo Yuhao's team (Huo Yuhao, Wang Dong, Dugu Xin) 62 63.
  Chen Junting's Actions: Chen Junting decided to take the match seriously and go all out 62. He showcased his powerful Seven Kills Sword and Sword Momentum 63. He entered Body-Sword Unity, displaying advanced swordsmanship 63. He did not mind Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong's attempt to use their Martial Soul Fusion Skill 63.
  Result: The context describes the start and progression of the battle, with Chen Junting demonstrating his formidable skills against Huo Yuhao's team, who attempted to use their Martial Soul Fusion Skill 63. The ultimate outcome of this specific match is not detailed in the provided summaries.

• Opponent(s): Dai Yueheng, Yao Haoxuan, and Ling Luochen 107.
  Chen Junting's Actions: Chen Junting countered their initial pressure with his Seven Kills Sword intent 107. He coordinated with his team, with Dai Huabin and Zhu Lu tying down Dai Yueheng, and Wu Feng assisting against Ling Luochen 107. Chen Junting flicked off Ling Luochen's badge after she was frozen by Huo Yuhao's Ice Jade Emperor Scorpion 107. He attempted to use his Seven Kills Sword, but the two-hour time limit expired 107.
  Result: Chen Junting's team successfully outmaneuvered and defeated their opponents through coordinated attacks and strategic planning, though the final blow from Chen Junting was prevented by the time limit 107.

• Opponent(s): Qian Yuan and Gu Zhu Jian 157.
  Chen Junting's Actions: Chen Junting defeated Qian Yuan by suppressing his bear-type Martial Soul with his Dark Golden Dreadclaw 157. Against Gu Zhu Jian, Chen Junting broke through his Illusory Purple Bamboo Array and gained the upper hand 157. When Gu Zhu Jian used his Fifth Soul Skill to escape, Chen Junting countered with his Fourth Soul Skill, "Sword Domain Raging Waves," destroying the Purple Bamboo Forest 157.
  Result: Chen Junting defeated both Qian Yuan and Gu Zhu Jian, the captains of the opposing team, demonstrating his prowess and strategic thinking 157. The battle with Gu Zhu Jian ended with Chen Junting's sword at his neck, signifying victory 157.

• Opponent(s): Long Aotian (of the Snow Demon Sect) 307.
  Chen Junting's Actions: As a Soul Saint, Chen Junting used his sixth Soul Skill, "Seven Kills' Thunder Rises, One Sword Breaks the Sky," which combined his three Sword Intents and the Power of Destruction, to defeat Long Aotian 307. He intentionally held back, changing the direction of two slashes to almost hit the referee, Zheng Zhan, as a strategic move 307.
  Result: Chen Junting decisively defeated Long Aotian, leading the Snow Demon Sect to concede the match and securing a win for the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect 307.

Personality and Traits

Chen Junting is characterized by a blend of profound martial arts mastery, strategic insight, and a surprisingly perceptive and supportive nature in personal relationships. As a powerful Sword Dao master, he exhibits a deep understanding of cultivation and the nuances of various techniques, including his own unique "Junting" Sword Dao 219. He is not only capable of demonstrating immense power but also possesses the ability to identify and guide others in their martial development, as seen in his interactions with Ji Juechen 219 240. Beyond his martial prowess, Chen Junting shows a keen awareness of interpersonal dynamics, acting as a subtle matchmaker and mentor in romantic matters, even when the individuals involved are initially oblivious to their own feelings 270. This combination of formidable strength, discerning judgment, and a helpful disposition defines his personality.

• Masterful and Insightful: Chen Junting is a powerful Sword Dao master who can challenge and test others, like Ji Juechen, to push their limits and comprehend their own unique domains 219. He possesses his own advanced Sword Dao, "Junting," and can demonstrate its power effectively 219. He is also capable of discerning the subtle elements missing from complex techniques, such as recognizing the "silence after death" as the missing manifestation in his own Severance technique, indicating a deep philosophical understanding of his martial arts 240.
• Guiding and Mentoring: He actively offers guidance and resources to those he deems worthy, such as inviting Ji Juechen and Jing Ziyan to his Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, promising access to their extensive Sword Martial Soul resources 219. He also engages in intense sparring sessions with others, like Gu Tianchen, which fosters mutual growth and understanding among practitioners 240.
• Perceptive and Supportive in Relationships: Chen Junting demonstrates a subtle yet effective ability to perceive and influence romantic relationships. He notices the unspoken feelings between Ji Juechen and Jing Ziyan and subtly intervenes by suggesting they take a break together, ultimately leading to Ji Juechen's confession 270. He acts as a matchmaker, guiding Ji Juechen to understand his own emotions and encouraging the progression of his relationship with Jing Ziyan 270.
• Dedicated to Self-Improvement: Despite his mastery, Chen Junting is committed to his own growth, actively training under Limit Douluos and sparring to improve his strength and techniques 240. He grapples with combining different Sword Intents and strives to grasp missing elements in his abilities, showcasing a continuous pursuit of perfection 240.