San Mazi

| Name | San Mazi (三麻子) |
| Alias(es) | Third Pockmark 6 |
| Species/Race | Human 1 |
| Gender | Masculine 1 |
| Affiliation | Shen Zhou’s group 1 6, White Deer Academy (Medical Track student under Bai Feizhan) 19 20 |
| Occupation/Role | Beggar (formerly) 1 8, companion/bodyguard to Shen Zhou 1 3, medical cultivator apprentice 19 20 |
| Status | Alive 38 |
| First Appearance | Chapter 1 1 |

Background & History

San Mazi originates from Flying Bird City, where he grew up before eventually wandering away to White Sheep County 8. In his early life, he lived as an orphan and a beggar alongside A Dai, Xi Mei, and Shen Zhou 1 5 8. Due to his background, he is deeply familiar with the geography, local connections, and social hierarchy of Flying Bird City 3 8 9.

Initially joining Shen Zhou in begging and surviving on the streets, San Mazi becomes one of Shen Zhou’s most loyal companions when the latter gains the "Sword-Wielding Invincible" ability 1. He witnesses Shen Zhou's rapid rise from challenging local martial halls in White Sheep County to clashing with the powerful noble houses of Flying Bird City 2 3 8. After relocating to Flying Bird City and enrolling at White Deer Academy, San Mazi chooses to study under the medical cultivator Bai Feizhan, eventually serving as an itinerant doctor to help earn living expenses for the academy 19 20. Despite his reluctance toward rigorous martial training, he frequently participates in group conflicts, helps exact revenge against rivals like Wu Jiuyan, and aids Shen Zhou in challenging various martial halls 27 29 38.

Appearance & Distinguishing Features

San Mazi is a young boy with a round face, fair skin, and distinctive pockmarks sprinkled across his face 2 6.

• Face: Round visage dotted with slight pockmarks (giving him his alias, Third Pockmark) 2 6.
• Demeanor: Often sports an expressive, smug, or pitiful pout; known for his lively and talkative expressions 2 3.

Personality

San Mazi is street-smart, talkative, and resource-minded, often boasting about connections or knowledge he holds regarding local areas 3 8. While he lacks grand ambitions and frequently complains that martial training is exhausting, he shows deep camaraderie and loyalty toward Shen Zhou and his peers 5 15. He has a penchant for gossiping and can be impulsive or overly confident in his connections, yet he relies heavily on Shen Zhou for protection during dangerous encounters 3 6. When provoked by arrogant nobles, he holds deep grudges and eagerly seeks retribution alongside his friends 27 38.

Abilities & Skills

Medical Cultivation

• Enrolled in the medical track under Bai Feizhan at White Deer Academy, learning herbology and treatment 19 20.
• Applications & Limits:
  • Treats patients and acts as an itinerant doctor in the city to gather living expenses 20.
  • Shows notable aptitude for medical studies, though he occasionally uses it as an excuse to avoid hard martial arts training 24.

General Competency

• Possesses basic cultivation at the Blood Coagulation Second Realm 38.
• Applications & Limits:
  • Assists in carrying signs, managing travel logistics, and scouting locations due to his familiarity with Flying Bird City 2 8.
  • Generally avoids direct frontline combat against high-level martial artists, preferring to let Shen Zhou handle major threats while supporting from the sidelines 6 28.

Relationships

• Shen Zhou — Primary leader and "Boss Zhou"; San Mazi loyally follows him, helps manage logistics, and relies on his immense strength 1 3 6.
• A Dai — Fellow companion and second-in-command of the group; they share a close bond of survival from their days as beggars 1 6 8.
• Xi Mei — Younger sister figure of the group whom San Mazi helps protect and look after 1 26.
• Bai Feizhan — Master at White Deer Academy who teaches him medical cultivation 19 20.
• Wu Jiuyan — Sworn enemy belonging to the Wu Clan, whom San Mazi eagerly helps target for revenge after Wu Jiuyan bullies his friends 27 38.