Ma An

Biodata

Background / History

Ma An first assists Chu Feng after his admission to the Demon Suppression Division, arranging his uniform and standard saber, explaining the Pill Chamber and Martial Repository, and guiding him through the division's resources. His assigned duty is to familiarize newcomers with the organization, which lets him earn Merit Points without personally fighting demonic beasts. 72 73

He accompanies Chu Feng on the investigation of the haunted Ro Residence. Though frightened by the supernatural threat, he follows Chu Feng into the residence, identifies Blood Eagle Gang members by their insignia, and warns Chu Feng about the danger posed by the possessing ghost. 75 77

Ma An later chooses to travel with Chu Feng to Juxing City to gain field experience. During the Black Wind Stronghold operation, he disguises himself as a bandit, helps infiltrate the stronghold, and stabs the fleeing Meng Shan to create an opening for Chu Feng's pursuit. 89 94 96 Chu Feng rewards him with Meng Shan's Golden Silk Armor after the mission. 97

After Chu Feng becomes politically isolated within the division, Ma An remains supportive. Liu Shengjie provokes Ma An into a duel, beats him, and leaves him owing one thousand taels of gold; Ma An initially tries to hide the matter rather than burden Chu Feng. 116 Chu Feng subsequently trains him in martial arts and gives him imitation Profound Origin Heart Protection Fluid to support his attempt to enter the Viscera Refining Realm. 120 123

When the Blade Hunter department is established, Chu Feng leaves Ma An to manage it. Despite being overwhelmed by the demand for registrations, Ma An runs the department and handles the return of mission targets, including Wang Xingye. 131 139

Personality

Ma An is helpful and socially perceptive. He readily introduces Chu Feng to the Demon Suppression Division's resources, provides practical information on missions and supernatural entities, and recognizes the importance of staying close to a powerful ally. 72 73 77

He is often cautious and visibly fearful in dangerous situations, particularly when confronted by ghosts or Black Wind Stronghold's scale. However, he does not abandon Chu Feng; instead, he contributes where he can, including through disguise, reconnaissance, and opportunistic intervention. 75 89 94 96

Ma An is notably loyal to Chu Feng. He defends Chu Feng's accomplishments against Liu Shengjie, refuses to accept Chu Feng's remaining Profound Origin Heart Protection Fluid for himself, and remains supportive even when others believe Chu Feng's martial path has been ruined. 108 116 120

Abilities & Skills

Tiger Subduing Fist

Ma An practices the Tiger Subduing Fist under Chu Feng's guidance and approaches a possible breakthrough into the Viscera Refining Realm. 120

• Chu Feng teaches him heightened bodily sensitivity and awareness as part of improving his fist technique. 120
• Ma An estimates a thirty-percent chance of breaking through to Viscera Refining if he enters seclusion. 120
• He is still dependent on cultivation support, receiving imitation Profound Origin Heart Protection Fluid from Chu Feng. 123

Fieldcraft and Deception

Ma An contributes through local knowledge, identification of threats, and disguises rather than overwhelming combat power. 75 94 96

• Identifies Blood Eagle Gang members through the number of blood-feather markings on their cuffs. 75
• Helps Chu Feng infiltrate Black Wind Stronghold while impersonating the Third Leader and a captive. 94
• Poses as a bandit during Meng Shan's escape and lands a surprise stab that delays the stronghold chieftain. 96
• Explains the danger of a Remnant Will Demon Ghost and its Object of Entrustment after the Ro Residence incident. 77

Equipment / Items

• Golden Silk Armor — Soft armor taken from Meng Shan and given to Ma An by Chu Feng; it provides strong protection without significantly limiting agility. 97
• Demon Suppression Division horse — A common white horse assigned for his journey with Chu Feng toward Juxing City. 89

Relationships

• Chu Feng — Colleague, traveling companion, and martial mentor. Ma An guides Chu Feng when he first joins the Demon Suppression Division, later follows him to gain experience, and remains loyal during Chu Feng's apparent fall from favor. Chu Feng repeatedly protects, trains, equips, and supports him. 72 89 97 116 120 123
• Liu Shengjie — Rival. Liu Shengjie provokes Ma An into a wagered duel, beats him, and leaves him indebted; Ma An also argues with Liu over the recognition given to Chu Feng. 108 116
• Luo Yinghui — Mission associate during the Ro Residence case. Ma An helps investigate her family residence and is nearly killed when the vengeful spirit possesses her. 75 76
• Cui Pinghao — Superior connected to Ma An's early mission assignment. Ma An brings Chu Feng to Cui Pinghao to receive the newcomer ghost-investigation mission. 74

Story Role / Major Arcs

• Demon Suppression Division induction — Settles Chu Feng into the division, provides an orientation, and leads him to mission selection. 72 73
• Ro Residence ghost investigation — Accompanies Chu Feng into the haunted residence, identifies threats, and survives the vengeful spirit's possession attack. 75 76 77
• Juxing City and Black Wind Stronghold — Travels with Chu Feng, assists in infiltration, and earns merit by delaying Meng Shan during his escape. 89 94 96
• Internal division conflict — Is beaten and indebted after Liu Shengjie's provocation, reinforcing his bond with Chu Feng when Chu Feng offers support. 116
• Blade Hunter department — Manages the newly established Blade Hunter system and processes Chu Feng's disguised completion of the Niu Family Village mission. 131 139

Trivia

• Ma An initially tries to introduce Chu Feng to his uncle's eighteen-year-old daughter shortly after Chu Feng joins the Demon Suppression Division. 72
• He considers the Jade Hairpin left by Luo Yinghui's mother worth three hundred Merit Points, while Chu Feng regards its emotional value to Luo Yinghui as more important. 89
• As Blade Hunter steward, he profits by selling mission intelligence, though he does not openly extort applicants. 131