Chen Xuan

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Chen Xuan (陈玄)
Alias(es)	Xiao Wang; Xue Chen
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Southern Wilderness Gate; Guest Official of Green Pouch Daoist Temple 299
Occupation/Role	Qi Refiner; martial artist; contemporary Mind Fast; Southern Wilderness Saint
Status	Alive
First Appearance	Chapter 1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Ascension Realm	6	Completes Ascension; his strength doubles to 2,000 jin and he senses Immortal Qi within himself.
First strand of Immortal Qi	10	Nurtures pure White Immortal Qi ahead of schedule after consuming the White Ganoderma Jade Herb.
Little White Ape Trick, initial mastery	17	Cultivates White Qi; his strength rises to 6,000 jin.
Second Ascension	34	Breaks through after mastering Green- and Red-Qi tricks; his body undergoes another transformation.
Third Ascension	48	Begins his third Ascension, substantially improving his physique.
Fourth Destiny Dao Repository	124	Successfully cultivates his fourth Dao Repository.
Cauldron Furnace Realm	211	Survives the Five Elements Heavenly Tribulation, gains the Five Viscera Soldier Martial Immortal Body—Supreme Yang Secrets, and enters the Cauldron Furnace Realm.
Peak Ninth Heaven of the Cauldron Realm	349	Reaches the peak of the ninth Cauldron heaven after a year of seclusion.
Spirit Travel Realm	371	Has become a Spirit Traveler; White Grass True Lord identifies his foundation as suitable for the Hidden in the Mortal World path.
Divine Spirit Clarity	396	Breaks through to Divine Spirit Clarity amid the struggle surrounding the Immortal Palace.
Mountain Ghost Method, Second Spirit Travel Layer	399	Cultivates the Mountain Ghost Method for nearly a year and reaches its second Spirit Travel layer.

Background

Chen Xuan began as a martial-arts prodigy in Willow Town. He defeated Pei Qing, but Wang Chan poisoned Green Deer Mountain’s opinion of him, preventing him from meeting its cultivators. His master, Yang Qingshan, then attacked him; Chen Xuan killed Yang using a concealed sharp weapon and left Willow Town to pursue Qi Refining. 1 2

His early foundation was poor by Qi Refiner standards despite his martial background. After Ascension, rare treasures and his own relentless training rapidly strengthened him: he cultivated Immortal Qi, developed multiple Qi paths, and rose from a secular martial artist to a leading Ascension cultivator in little more than a month. 6 10 17 60

Chen Xuan’s acquisition of the Human Emperor Banner marked a turning point. He killed Heng Gu, used the banner and the Old Turtle’s severed hand to repel a cross-realm attack by Lu Tongyou, and achieved separation of his soul from his physical body. 114 His subsequent actions against the Cui and Zheng families gave him a fearsome reputation throughout the Chu Region, although he maintains that he does not harm unrelated people merely to feed the banner. 131

He later became closely associated with the Southern Wilderness through the Mountain Ghost Empress’s token and was recognized as its Saint after defeating the Peacock Mountain Lord. 60 180 His rise brought him into contact and conflict with major sects, Heaven’s Chosen, True Lords, and Outer Heavenly cultivators, particularly after his identity as Mind Fast became widely known. 258 263 346

Appearance

Chen Xuan is a tall, well-proportioned young man with strong muscles and bones. His brow ridge is likened to an unsheathed iron blade, while his eyes carry a restrained divine light. 124

• Usually wears black robes, described as billowing like an ink dragon. 124
• After major body cultivation, his skin becomes crystal-clear, lustrous, and exceptionally resilient. 116
• His perfected physical cultivation gives him a nine-colored glazed appearance and blood essence likened to dormant great dragons. 371
• When using the Purple Firmament Dragon Transformation Art, he becomes a black dragon with light-golden eyes. 180

Personality

Chen Xuan is defined by his sincerity toward martial arts and his persistent desire to improve. He seeks sparring partners whose skill he respects, from Ye Kui to Su Fuyou, and views difficult opponents as opportunities to refine himself. 48 262

He is calm under pressure and unusually resistant to temptation. During Yan Yushu’s Ascensions, he remained focused on cultivating rather than exploiting her vulnerability. 34 He is also direct and often blunt, whether challenging stronger foes, rejecting recruitment, or questioning senior cultivators.

In battle, Chen Xuan is ruthless, practical, and aggressive. He uses hidden weapons when necessary, pursues fleeing enemies, and does not hesitate to destroy hostile divine souls. 2 356 Yet he distinguishes enemies from bystanders and objects to the belief that his reputation makes him indiscriminately bloodthirsty. 131

Abilities & Skills

Mind Fast

Mind Fast is Chen Xuan’s defining and most dangerous ability. It allows him to enter or observe Heaven’s Mandates, inspect destinies, uncover hidden inheritances, and obtain information others cannot access. 53 258

• Entered Liu Jiao’s destiny and altered his prospects by providing a breathing technique. 53
• Used it to inspect rewards inside other cultivators’ jade boxes. 342
• Accessed Martial Glutton Qin Yu’s Heaven’s Mandate and memorized the Martial Dao True Scripture. 191
• Its exposure draws the attention of True Lords and factions seeking the Mind Fast Remains. 258 353
• Use of forbidden aspects risks pulling him toward the cold and violent destiny associated with Mind Fast. 337

Martial Arts Mastery

Chen Xuan trained in martial arts for three years before Qi Refining and retained that discipline afterward. He is regarded as a Martial Arts Grandmaster despite his youth. 48

• Possesses exceptional close-quarters fighting skill and instinctive recognition of other martial masters. 48 184
• His hard-qigong fighting style emphasizes overwhelming, brutal physical force. 14
• Fights with a sincere martial heart and actively seeks equal opponents for unarmed sparring. 48
• Later identifies Martial Glutton Qin Yu as a figure who seems to embody martial arts itself. 184

Five Viscera Soldier Martial Immortal Body

His core body-cultivation path is the Five Viscera Soldier Martial Immortal Body, derived from the Shangyang Secrets. It integrates multiple forms of Immortal Qi and gives him extraordinary physical strength, resilience, and speed. 211 229

• Achieved the Supreme Yang Secrets through the Five Elements Heavenly Tribulation. 211
• Can force his way through powerful Wind-Qi techniques with Five Elements-enhanced fists. 229
• Reached Great Accomplishment after obtaining the complete Shangyang handwritten notes and cultivating with the True Fire Scripture Refining Incantation. 364
• Its potential was judged capable of dominating other physiques within the Cauldron Furnace Realm. 263
• Supports his attempt to merge numerous Immortal-Qi scriptures into a single path. 276 277

Multi-Qi Cultivation

Chen Xuan cultivates numerous Immortal Qi paths rather than relying on a single inheritance. By Chapter 54, he is known to wield White, Red, and Green Qi; later, he develops an Eight-Qi Immortal Body. 54 278

• White Qi — cultivated through the Little White Ape Trick; possesses a sharp, metallic quality. 17
• Red Qi — cultivated through the Little Firebird Trick and used to counter hostile observation. 16 38
• Green Qi — can mask his presence by making his aura resemble that of vegetation. 99
• Five Elements Qi — allows rapid cultivation of compatible techniques and underpins his Five Viscera body. 71 211
• Eight Qi — combines Yin Yang, Five Elements, and Plague power into an unprecedented Immortal Body. 276 278

Divine Soul Body

After cultivating with the Human Emperor Banner, Chen Xuan’s soul separates from his flesh, allowing him to cultivate techniques without the limitations of his initial physical aptitude. 114

• His soul strength impressed Heng Gu, who compared it to someone nearing the Hidden in the Mortal World state. 99
• Used his Divine Soul Body to pursue and kill Purple Bamboo Daoist. 159
• Advanced his soul body to the Cauldron Furnace level by consuming a mental crystal. 138
• Allows exceptionally fast comprehension and cultivation of secret arts. 236

Secret Arts and Combat Techniques

Chen Xuan’s combat style combines martial arts, body cultivation, sword techniques, and inherited secret arts.

• True Martial Seven Intercept Sword · Secrets — incomplete ancient battle technique acquired with the Old Turtle’s severed hand; later used as a core combat art. 99 159
• Purple Firmament Dragon Transformation Art — transforms him into a black dragon for high-level combat. 159 180
• Eight Gates Spirit Locking Art — used alongside his other secret arts against Purple Bamboo Daoist. 159
• Azure Dragon Rage Overturning Heaven Fist — an ancient Azure Dragon martial art with seven forms. 304 305
• White Emperor Sword Scripture — cultivated through the Migu Tree; its sword intent can nearly destroy top-tier Mortal World Artifacts. 327
• Torch Dragon Method: Netherworld — second form mastered during a year of seclusion. 350
• Mountain Ghost Method — a complete scripture bestowed by the Mountain Ghost Lady, capable of reaching True Lord level. 399

Equipment

• Human Emperor Banner — Peerless Treasure Tool that suppresses and collects divine souls and spiritual essence; Chen Xuan used it to kill Heng Gu and repel Lu Tongyou. 114
• Old Turtle’s severed hand — Powerful remnant used with the Human Emperor Banner against Lu Tongyou. 99 114
• Awakening of Insects Immortal Sword — Peerless immortal sword wielded while in black-dragon form. 166 180
• Morning Dew Treasure Armor — Scarlet peerless treasure armor offered by Jiang Qing Huang and worn during the battle with the Peacock Mountain Lord. 160 180
• Sky Thunder Divine Bow — Used to injure Xue Qian and a Cauldron Furnace cultivator’s divine soul body. 137
• Mountain and River Scroll — Treasure Tool capable of absorbing other Treasure Tools. 81
• Purple Gold Jade Bracelet — Treasure Tool used in close combat against Cui Family cultivators. 128
• Creation Artifact and Supreme Creation Jade Box — Rewards connected to the Dipper Department and the Upper Sun Immortal’s inheritance. 342 353

Relationships

• Yang Qingshan — Former master who betrayed and attacked Chen Xuan; Chen Xuan killed him in their final battle. 1 2
• Wang Chan — Martial-hall disciple who slandered Chen Xuan before Green Deer Mountain. 1
• Chu Huo Gun — Early companion and cultivation mentor; traded techniques with Chen Xuan and recognized his extraordinary progress. 6 16
• Yan Yushu — Fellow Heaven’s Chosen and recurring ally. Chen Xuan aided her during the Six Desires Heaven incident, keeps contact through talismans, and later helps address her problems. 34 53 283
• Mountain Ghost Empress / Lady — Ruler of the Southern Wilderness who gives Chen Xuan the Mountain Ghost token and later bestows the Mountain Ghost Method. 60 399
• Hua Liuli — Two Realms Master and ally who often assists, advises, and assesses his growth; she recognizes his strength after his victory over the Peacock Mountain Lord. 175 180
• Lu Zhuan — Reincarnated True Lord and Yan Yushu’s master; alternates between cooperating with Chen Xuan and confronting him over contested treasures. 238 262
• Jiang Qing Huang — Princess of the Chu Kingdom who repeatedly attempts to recruit Chen Xuan into the Demon Suppression Division; he assists her forces without fully committing. 160 161
• Xiao Hou — Demon Suppression General and fellow Heaven’s Chosen; Chen Xuan offers aid against Yao Chen Zi, though Xiao Hou declines. 162 166
• Su Fuyou — Sword Immortal Maiden and rival sparring partner. Their duel ends in a draw and develops into mutual recognition. 261 262
• Old Zhang — Senior and master figure who supports Chen Xuan’s path and entrusts Zhang Dongxuan with protecting him after his death. 266 367
• Zhang Dongxuan — Ally who helps Chen Xuan open the Mind Fasting jade boxes and establishes defensive formations around Guyao Mountain. 350
• Ye Kui — Extreme Dao God and martial artist whom Chen Xuan admires; Ye Kui initially flees from Chen Xuan’s sincere invitation to spar. 48 401

Story Role / Major Arcs

Willow Town and Departure

Chen Xuan’s story begins with his victory over Pei Qing, Wang Chan’s betrayal, and Yang Qingshan’s attempted murder. Killing his master severs his ties to Willow Town and sends him toward the Qi Refining world. 1 2

Southern Wilderness Rise

After Ascension, Chen Xuan learns from Chu Huo Gun, discovers multiple Immortal Qi paths, explores dangerous ruins, and gains the Bronze Horse as a companion. His rapid cultivation brings him to the attention of the Southern Wilderness’ major powers. 6 10 16 38 60

Human Emperor Banner Conflict

Chen Xuan seeks the Human Emperor Banner to compensate for his poor root bone and aptitude. He kills Heng Gu, repels Lu Tongyou’s intervention, and becomes a feared figure among the Chu Region’s aristocratic families. 99 114 131

Southern Wilderness Saint

The Mountain Ghost Empress’s token gives Chen Xuan authority among the Southern Wilderness’ monsters and ghosts. By killing the Peacock Mountain Lord, he proves himself worthy of the title Southern Wilderness Saint. 60 179 180

Cauldron Furnace and Yunmeng Province

Chen Xuan breaks into the Cauldron Furnace Realm through the Five Elements Heavenly Tribulation, confronts Martial Glutton Qin Yu, enters Mind Fasting Heaven, and becomes entangled with Green Pouch Daoist Temple and Sword Asking Dojo. 211 237 259

Eight-Qi Path and Mind Fasting Heaven

He attempts the impossible task of merging eight Immortal-Qi true scriptures, temporarily dies during the process, and returns with an unprecedented Eight-Qi Immortal Body. 276 277 His ability as Mind Fast becomes public knowledge, making him a target for True Lords and competing factions. 258 263 346

Spirit Travel and Mountain Ghost Method

After reaching Spirit Travel, Chen Xuan overwhelms multiple Spirit Travel cultivators, defeats Dragon God Ao Guang, perfects his Five Viscera body, and receives the Mountain Ghost Method from the Lady. 356 357 364 399

Trivia

• Chen Xuan’s initial Qi Refiner aptitude was considered extremely poor, despite his exceptional martial foundation. 6
• He once regarded reaching 6,000 jin after mastering the Little White Ape Trick as enough to rival Red Crow City’s geniuses. 17
• His cultivation of numerous true scriptures led observers to describe his foundation as sufficient to establish an aristocratic family. 109
• He comprehended the complete Cheng Huang True Scripture in half an hour. 261
• Chen Xuan’s greatest limitation is not comprehension but the danger created by his visibility: Mind Fast attracts the attention of powerful beings who seek to control, exploit, or eliminate him. 258 346