Wang Zhen

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Wang Zhen (王震)
Alias(es)	Golden Eagle Envoy
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Dushan Fortress
Occupation/Role	Golden Eagle Envoy; escort of Dushan Fortress tribute
Status	Deceased; mortally wounded during the Zushan Pass ambush 40
First Appearance	Chapter 34

Background / History

Wang Zhen emerged from the convoy of the Thirteen Riders of Saibei as Dushan Fortress's Golden Eagle Envoy. He publicly declared that the convoy's tribute had been delivered to King Dushan and challenged the martial artists and Descenders pursuing it, intimidating most of them into hesitation. 34

When Thunderclap Palm Xiao Yunzhong and Lin Xiao moved to seize the Thousand-Year Snow Ginseng, Wang Zhen fought both simultaneously. His killing intent initially focused on Lin Xiao, but their exchange revealed that Lin Xiao practiced the same Three Rivers, Dark Cloud, and Riptide saber techniques. 35 36

Wang Zhen disclosed that he had created the three saber techniques and identified Lin Xiao as a Great River Gang Hall Master. He explained that the Great River Gang was subordinate to Dushan Fortress, then attempted to recruit Lin Xiao by offering the Thousand-Year Snow Ginseng and access to Dushan Fortress's Martial Arts Pavilion. 37 38

While escorting Lin Xiao and the Dushan Fortress party through Zushan Pass, Wang Zhen discovered that the supposedly allied pass commander had sealed them inside the barbican with a Dragon-Breaking Stone. He ordered an immediate retreat, but the group was surrounded by soldiers and archers. 38 39

During the breakout attempt, Wang Zhen was struck by a spear, wounded by a sword, and shot through the chest with an arrow. Accepting that he could not escape, he threw the brocade box containing the Thousand-Year Snow Ginseng to Lin Xiao before the guards concentrated their attack on him. 39 40

Appearance

An elderly martial artist who wore an embroidered golden-eagle robe and later appeared in brocade robes. 34 37

• Withered arms that could transform into a metallic golden color in combat. 35
• A beard that he stroked while speaking with Lin Xiao and Xiao Yunzhong. 37
• Sustained a gash across his chest and an arrow wound through his chest during the Zushan Pass ambush. 40

Personality

Wang Zhen was commanding and confident, openly daring a large force of pursuers to challenge Dushan Fortress's convoy. His reputation and projected voice alone disrupted their willingness to attack. 34

He showed sharp judgment toward martial talent. After recognizing Lin Xiao's saber techniques and strength, he quickly changed from treating him as an enemy to viewing him as a promising recruit, calling him a “true dragon” from the Great River Gang. 36 37

Despite his authority, Wang Zhen could be pragmatic. He stopped fighting Xiao Yunzhong once the tactical balance changed, and he chose to give the Thousand-Year Snow Ginseng to Lin Xiao rather than let it be lost during his final stand. 37 40

Abilities & Skills

Saber Mastery

Wang Zhen possessed superior mastery of the Three Rivers Saber, Dark Cloud Saber, and Riptide Saber Technique—the three techniques he personally created. 36 37

• Matched Lin Xiao move-for-move with the Three Rivers Saber and demonstrated a deeper understanding of the shared techniques. 36
• Could seize an ordinary saber and empower it with internal energy until it produced a three-foot-long saber aura. 36
• His saber exchange with Lin Xiao resembled instruction or testing more than a purely lethal duel. 36

Golden Jade Fist

Wang Zhen could turn his arms golden with a metallic sheen, allowing him to meet powerful attacks directly. 35

• Used one golden arm to strike Xiao Yunzhong while using the other to intercept Lin Xiao's saber attack. 35
• His hardened arms are cited as an example of the Golden Jade Fist's peak state. 48

Profound Internal Energy

Wang Zhen's internal energy placed him among the foremost experts present at the Snow Ginseng conflict. 35 37

• Met Lin Xiao's claw strike with enough force to drive him back in mid-air. 35
• Deflected a volley of arrows with a palm strike while attempting to escape Zushan Pass. 39
• Fought Lin Xiao and Xiao Yunzhong in a three-way battle without immediately being overwhelmed. 35 36

Voice Projection

Wang Zhen projected his voice over more than a thousand meters, allowing Lin Xiao to hear his challenge as clearly as if he were nearby. 34

Limitations

• Wang Zhen and the other trapped experts could not break the Dragon-Breaking Stone blocking Zushan Pass. 39
• His defenses were overcome after a surprise spear strike, a sword wound, and a fatal arrow while surrounded by imperial troops. 39 40

Items

• Thousand-Year Snow Ginseng — guarded as tribute requested by the Dushan Fortress Lord; Wang Zhen later threw its brocade box to Lin Xiao during his final moments. 35 37 40
• Saber — wielded a saber during his exchange with Lin Xiao, including a weapon taken from the battlefield. 36

Relationships

• Lin Xiao — Creator of the saber techniques Lin Xiao practiced; sought to recruit him into Dushan Fortress and entrusted him with the Thousand-Year Snow Ginseng while dying. 36 37 40
• Xiao Yunzhong — Longstanding acquaintance and rival; fought him over the Thousand-Year Snow Ginseng, though their conversation showed personal familiarity. 35 37
• Dushan Fortress Lord — Wang Zhen's master and the intended recipient of the Thousand-Year Snow Ginseng. 35 37
• Purple Elephant Dharma King — Fellow Dushan Fortress expert who traveled with Wang Zhen's convoy and was trapped at Zushan Pass. 38 40
• Great River Gang — Its subordinate relationship to Dushan Fortress was known to Wang Zhen; he had originally created the gang's Three Saber Techniques. 37

Notable Quotes

“I am Wang Zhen, the Golden Eagle Envoy of Dushan Fortress. These tribute goods have already been presented to King Dushan by the Thirteen Riders of Saibei. If you have the courage, come and take them. I will be waiting here.” 34

“I never thought I, Wang Zhen, who has roamed the martial world for decades, would die here. How ridiculous.” 40