Linley

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Linley
Original Name	林雷
Alias(es)	Lord Linley 132
Species/Race	Human; Dragonblood Warrior of the Baruch Clan, one of the Four Ultimate Warrior bloodlines 16
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Four Divine Beasts Clan; Huaxia faction 134 179
Occupation/Role	Magus, warrior, and later a Divine expert
Status	Active 207
First Appearance	Chapter 7

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Fifth-rank magus	8	Reached the fifth mage rank at Ernst Institute, becoming one of its “two great geniuses” alongside Dixie.
Seventh-rank magus	30	Graduated from Ernst after reaching the seventh rank as a mage.
Eighth-rank warrior; peak ninth-rank in Dragonblood transformation	40	His human-form warrior rank reached the eighth rank; Dragonblood transformation raised him to the peak of the ninth rank.
Eighth-rank magus	45	Used a level-eight Gravity Spell during his spar with the mid-Saint Mackenzie.
Saint Realm	62	Recognized as a Saint Realm powerhouse before his duel with Heidesen.
Earth-element God Realm	92	Broke through to Godhood in the Earth Element during a critical epiphany.
Earth- and Wind-element Low-level God	134	His affiliated-system record lists both Earth and Wind divine clones as Low-level Gods.
Earth Movement Technique; three-mystery fusion	152–153	Comprehended Earth Movement in five years, then fused three Earth-style mysteries over fifty years to claim the Black Stone.
Mid-level God	174	Fought High-level God Island Guards as a Mid-level God, using Black Stone Space and a powerful soul attack.
Earth-element High-level God	207	Advanced his Earth-style cultivation to High-level Godhood.

Background / History

Linley enrolled at Ernst Institute and became Garen’s dormitory neighbor. Although Garen initially outpaced him in magical and martial strength, Linley treated that gap as motivation rather than jealousy, resolving to keep pushing beyond his limits. 7 17

During their first expedition into the Magical Beast Mountain Range, Linley revealed that he belonged to the Dragonblood Warrior clan. Garen then disclosed his own Tiger-Striped Warrior bloodline, and the two became closer after exchanging their secrets. 16

Linley developed his stone carving to an exceptional level. Following an emotional setback, he entered a trance-like state and carved five lifelike sculptures over eleven days without eating or drinking. 20

Appearance

At age fifteen, Linley was already 1.8 meters tall, with a physique that made him appear more like a warrior than a mage. 15

• In Dragonblood Warrior form, cyan-gold dragon scales cover his body. 101
• His transformed form has dark-golden eyes and a metallic dragon tail. 173
• His Dragonblood aura is compared to that of an ancient divine beast. 101

Personality

Linley possesses the “heart of a powerhouse”: he seeks danger and practical experience, refuses to be discouraged by stronger peers, and continually turns setbacks into motivation for cultivation. 14 17

He is proud but not arrogant. He initially attempts to pursue revenge against the Radiant Church through his own strength rather than rely on Garen, and he treats valuable spars and defeats as opportunities to improve. 35 45

Linley is deeply loyal to those close to him. He remains devoted to Delia, worries openly for Garen when he challenges superior opponents, and repeatedly fights beside his companions despite overwhelming odds. 41 155 192

Abilities & Skills

Dragonblood Warrior Transformation

Linley can activate the Dragonblood Warrior bloodline of the Baruch Clan, dramatically increasing his physical strength, speed, defense, and combat presence. 16 40

• Raised his warrior strength from the eighth rank in human form to the peak of the ninth rank during his early transformation. 40
• His transformed physical defense later withstood attacks from a Mid-level God Divine Artifact with only superficial marks. 101
• He uses claws and his dragon tail as devastating close-combat weapons. 133 174

Earth Element Laws

Earth-style cultivation is Linley’s most developed path and the foundation of his strongest control techniques.

• Earth Pulse — His early mastery of the Earth Pulse allowed attacks capable of bypassing surface defenses. 45
• Earth Movement Technique — He mastered this technique in five years within the Bauhinia Mountains, enabling movement through earth and stone. 152
• Gravity Space / Black Stone Space — He manipulates immense gravity across a wide area, slowing, pinning, or dragging enemies toward himself. 173 174
• Limit — The Earth-style Divine Clone was initially unable to use Dragonblood transformation while trapped in Reisjing’s Gravity Space. 153

Black Stone Soul Attack

Using the Black Stone as a focal point, Linley can pair gravitational control with a soul-affecting attack that disrupts enemy awareness. 174

• Sent two black-armored warriors flying with a soul attack while fighting the Island Guards. 174
• Its gravity can restrain even Seven-Star Fiends, though some powerful opponents can temporarily resist or escape its effects. 192

Wind Element and Swordsmanship

Linley developed exceptional speed-based combat techniques through the Wind Element and his sword practice.

• Reached entry-level understanding of the Profound Truth of Speed. 45
• Used Extreme Speed to pressure mid-Saint Mackenzie during their spar. 45
• His swordsmanship with the Violetblood Soft Sword combines extreme speed, unpredictable changes in trajectory, and Dragonblood-enhanced power. 45

Magic

Linley is an Earth- and Wind-element magus whose spells complement his warrior combat.

• Gravity Spell — A level-eight spell that substantially reduced Mackenzie’s speed and disrupted his attack rhythm. 45
• Earth Spike Array — Used to kill and incapacitate bandits during his first Magical Beast Mountain Range expedition. 15
• Levitation Spell — Used to fly and evade magical beasts during mountain-range expeditions. 17

Soul Defense

Linley possesses extraordinary soul protection through the Coiling Dragon Ring.

• The ring’s soul-defense Sovereign Artifact resisted the Underworld Serpent Ancestor’s Innate Divine Ability, Soul Annihilation. 192
• Its defense has a known weak point, forcing Linley to keep Earth-style Sovereign Power ready as a final safeguard. 192

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Coiling Dragon Ring — A Sovereign Artifact that provides formidable soul defense and contains powerful hidden resources. 100 192
• Violetblood Soft Sword — His flexible primary sword; its baleful aura and speed-based applications make it dangerous even against Saint Realm opponents. 45
• No Edge — A heavy sword forged from Black Obsidian with Vincent’s assistance. 34
• Black Stone — A Heaven and Earth wonder obtained from Reisjing after Linley fused Earth-style mysteries; it empowers his gravity-based techniques. 153 174
• Phoenix Blood Fruits — Given by Garen after Linley was severely injured; they healed him and raised his spiritual energy to the eighth rank. 36
• Earth-style Sovereign Power — Retained by his Earth-style Divine Clone as emergency protection against soul attacks. 192

Relationships

• Garen — Roommate, fellow Ultimate Warrior, rival, and sworn-like brother. They exchange cultivation insights, repeatedly travel together, and protect one another in battle. 16 40 155
• Bebe — Linley’s Shadow Mouse and constant magical-beast companion; later fights alongside him as part of his core group. 15 174
• Delia — Linley’s beloved. Their reunion after years apart is a major emotional event for him. 61 62
• Doehring Cowart — Mentor and advisor residing within the Coiling Dragon Ring; guides Linley’s Earth Element cultivation and supports his growth. 16 36
• Wharton — Linley’s younger brother, whom Linley is proud of and seeks to reunite with in the O'Brien Empire. 40 61
• Yale, George, and Reynolds — Ernst Institute dormitory brothers who support Linley during his carving trance and remain part of his early circle. 20
• Heilu — Black-Striped Cloud Leopard subdued by Linley as his second magical beast. 39
• Reisjing — Initially imprisoned Linley’s Earth-style Divine Clone in Gravity Space; later became impressed by Linley’s talent and chose friendship over hostility. 152 153

Story Role / Major Arcs

Ernst Institute and the Magical Beast Mountain Range

Linley begins as a gifted but comparatively weaker student beside Garen. His early expeditions develop his combat instincts, introduce him to the Dragonblood Warrior legacy, and drive him to pursue strength through both magic and swordsmanship. 14 17

Rise to the Saint Realm

After Garen saves him from Rank 9 warriors, Linley recovers with Phoenix Blood Fruits and trains alongside Garen. He later proves his potential by fighting Mackenzie to a draw and defeating Heidesen, becoming a celebrated Saint Realm powerhouse. 35 36 45 62

Conflict with the Radiant Church

Linley pursues revenge against the Radiant Church for the destruction of his family. During negotiations in the Chaotic Territory, he and Garen openly confront both the Radiant and Dark Churches. 72

Infernal Realm and Huaxia Faction

After arriving in the Infernal Realm, Linley defeats High-level God Crompton despite being a Low-level God, reunites with Garen in Di Yi City, and joins the Huaxia faction. 133 134

Bauhinia Mountains

Guided by Garen, Linley enters the Bauhinia Mountains, masters the Earth Movement Technique, survives fifty years of imprisonment in Reisjing’s Gravity Space, and obtains the Black Stone after fusing three Earth-style mysteries. 150 153

Four Divine Beasts Clan and the Eight Great Clans

Linley returns to the Four Divine Beasts Clan, where his bloodline and extraordinary potential earn recognition. He becomes a central battlefield controller against the Eight Great Clans, using Black Stone Space to immobilize masses of High-level Gods for his allies to eliminate. 179 180 191 192