Su Qian

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Su Qian (苏千)
Alias(es)	Great Elder
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Jia Nan Academy, Inner Academy
Occupation/Role	Great Elder and senior administrator of Jia Nan Academy
Status	Active 82
First Appearance	Chapter 3

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Initial-stage Dou Emperor	9	Held this realm when Jia Nan Academy sent him to investigate the Fallen Fire Sect Secret Realm; he was then serving in the Outer Academy.
Dou Zong	73	His Dou Zong aura is revealed when he intervenes to stop Medusa from pursuing Xiao Yan within Jia Nan Academy.

Background / History

Before becoming Great Elder, Su Qian served in Jia Nan Academy's Outer Academy. While an initial-stage Dou Emperor, he was among the academy personnel sent to investigate the Fallen Fire Sect after every living being within it was found dead. He had also visited the sect several times for exchanges before its collapse, giving him unusual familiarity with its history and legacy. 9

As Great Elder, Su Qian oversees the Inner Academy's major decisions, student affairs, and security. He personally approved Jia Nan Academy's expedition to the Fallen Fire Sect Ruins, stressing that the opportunity could not be ignored but that the danger required careful selection of personnel. 9

Following Qin Han and Zi Yan's presumed deaths beneath the Fallen Fire Sect Ruins, Su Qian repeatedly inspected the ruins and attempted to break through its seal, though he refused to recklessly sacrifice lives in a rescue attempt. 40 When they returned half a year later, he was visibly relieved and accepted Qin Han's Fallen Heart Flame seed for the academy to nurture. 65

Appearance

Su Qian is an elderly man with white hair and a white beard. Despite his aged appearance, he moves with speed inconsistent with his seemingly sleepy demeanor. 10 65

• White hair and beard. 10
• Usually carries a composed but authoritative presence during academy proceedings. 9 49
• Can become visibly stern when enforcing academy discipline. 40

Personality

Su Qian is calm, decisive, and cautious. During the Inner Academy's deliberations over the Fallen Fire Sect Ruins, he silenced the debate with a few words and settled the academy's course of action without dismissing the risks involved. 9

He maintains strict standards for student conduct, particularly during the Strong Ranking Competition. He forbids contestants from intentionally inflicting lethal or severe injuries on fellow students and threatens serious punishment for violations. 49

Despite his strictness, Su Qian is deeply protective of Jia Nan Academy's students. He worries over Qin Han and Zi Yan after their disappearance, lectures Zi Yan out of concern for her safety, and advises Qin Han to prioritize returning safely over pursuing vengeance in the Tianxin Empire. 10 65 82

Abilities & Skills

Dou Zong Cultivation

Su Qian possesses Dou Zong-level strength, placing him among Jia Nan Academy's foremost combatants. 73

• Blocked Medusa's pursuit of Xiao Yan within the Inner Academy while releasing a Dou Zong aura. 73
• Led Jia Nan Academy's assault on Maple City by directly challenging Han Feng. 74
• Pressured the Gold and Silver Elders during the battle over Maple City, forcing their joint technique onto the defensive. 76

Academy Administration and Leadership

As Great Elder, Su Qian directs Inner Academy policy, personnel deployment, and large-scale responses to external threats. 9 72

• Personally decided Jia Nan Academy's participation in the Fallen Fire Sect expedition. 9
• Convened and guided the elders during preparations against the Black Alliance. 72
• Authorized the academy's shift from defensive retaliation to an offensive against the Black Alliance. 73
• Views Qin Han as a junior capable of eventually taking on major responsibility within Jia Nan Academy. 82

Fallen Heart Flame and Seal Knowledge

Su Qian is experienced with the Fallen Fire Sect, the Burning Heaven Qi Refining Tower, and the Fallen Heart Flame's containment. 9 62 65

• Explains the risks and benefits of Heart Flame Body Tempering to the Strong Ranking's top students. 62
• Receives and safeguards the weakened Fallen Heart Flame seed entrusted by Qin Han. 65
• Granted Qin Han a token allowing access through the seal at the tower's lowest level. 73

Relationships

• Qin Han — Great Elder and mentor figure. Su Qian recognizes Qin Han's exceptional potential, approves his participation in major academy operations, and considers him someone who may eventually shoulder Jia Nan Academy's responsibilities. 10 65 82
• Zi Yan — Guardian and disciplinarian. Su Qian is frequently exasperated by her reckless behavior but remains concerned for her safety and personally intervenes when she causes trouble. 10 40 65
• Xiao Yan — Academy elder and ally. Su Qian invites Xiao Yan to join Jia Nan Academy's offensive against the Black Alliance after his emergence from seclusion. 73
• Han Yue — Respected Inner Academy student. Su Qian addresses her familiarly as “Yue Girl” and takes her requests seriously during academy matters. 3
• Hu Gan — Fellow Jia Nan Academy senior. Hu Gan and Su Qian jointly represent the academy's senior leadership during major conflicts. 75 76

Story Role / Major Arcs

Fallen Fire Sect Expedition

Su Qian presides over the decision to investigate the Fallen Fire Sect Ruins and selects personnel with the Black Corner Region's interference in mind. He later briefs Qin Han on the Fallen Fire Sect's destruction and approves his participation in the expedition. 9 11

Strong Ranking Competition

Su Qian oversees the Strong Ranking Competition, establishes safety rules for its contestants, manages the drawing of lots, and confirms the final top ten's access to Heart Flame Body Tempering. 49 51 54

Fallen Heart Flame Crisis and Black Alliance Conflict

After the Fallen Heart Flame crisis and the academy's losses, Su Qian continues retaliatory operations against hostile Black Corner Region factions. He supports Qin Han's plan to disrupt Han Feng's emerging alliance, then leads Jia Nan Academy's direct assault on Maple City. 65 74

Qin Han's Future

Following the Black Alliance's destruction, Su Qian encourages Qin Han to gain experience beyond the academy while making clear that Jia Nan Academy's older generation sees him as a potential future pillar of the institution. 82

Notable Quotes

“The matches may be fierce, and you must give your all in striving for victory, but remember to stop when appropriate.” 49

“I need all of you to return safely.” 82