Xiao Hongchen

Biodata

Feature	Detail
Name	Xiao Hongchen 1 8 16 31 94
Alias	None known
Species	Human 1
Gender	Male 1 8 16
Affiliation	Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineer Academy (student, team captain); Mingde Hall; Hongchen Family 31 38 52
Status	Alive 1 119 142
First Appearance	Chapter 1 (as a transmigrated soul in the body of a thirteen-year-old prodigy) 1
Soul Power Level	At least 59th level during the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Soul Duel Tournament; later advancement unspecified 57
Martial Souls	Ultimate Gold Three-Legged Three-Eyed Golden Toad (evolved first martial soul) and Brain (mental-type body martial soul) 1 109
Notable Skills	Mirror Flower Water Moon (perfect mimicry); Red Dust Attachment Plus Edition (with mental shockwave); Degradation; Psychic Power; ability to purify and soul-forge metal 28 61 107 109 142

Background

Xiao Hongchen's existence in the Douluo Continent began with an extraordinary event: the transmigration of a soul from another world into the body of a thirteen-year-old prodigy. Upon awakening, he found himself in the body of the original Xiao Hongchen, a gifted youth who had recently fallen into a coma. The newly arrived soul immediately took stock of his circumstances, discovering that he possessed two martial souls: the Three-Legged Golden Toad, a powerful and formidable spirit, and a mental-type body martial soul he called the Brain, which was previously unknown to him 1. Within his newly opened Sea of Consciousness, he also encountered a remnant soul—that of Electrolux, the Undead Disaster, a peerless necromancer from another realm. This encounter would profoundly shape Xiao Hongchen's path, as Electrolux offered guidance and knowledge, though his presence was kept secret even from close family 1 3. Xiao Hongchen also realized that he had missed a crucial opportunity: the chance to obtain the Sky Dream Ice Worm, a legendary creature that had been central to the original story he knew from his past life. Rather than despair, he accepted both the original owner's pride and regrets, vowing to continue on the path of a prodigy and prove himself anew 1.

The Xiao Hongchen he inherited belonged to the prestigious Hongchen Family, a powerful noble house within the Sun Moon Empire. His grandfather, Jing Hongchen, was the head of the family and a figure of immense influence, known as the dean of the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineer Academy, master of Mingde Hall, a Sun Moon Empire duke, and a Level 9 Soul Engineer 3. The bond between grandfather and grandson was deep and trusting; Jing Hongchen acted as a mentor and protector, always ready to guide Xiao Hongchen's development. It was to Jing Hongchen that Xiao Hongchen first revealed the existence of his second martial soul, the Brain, and later the presence of Electrolux's divine consciousness 3. Jing Hongchen, far from being alarmed, offered support and counsel, warning his grandson of the dangers of necromancy while agreeing to help acquire the Soul-Devouring Cursed Blade, a weapon that could assist Electrolux 3. Xiao Hongchen also helped Jing Hongchen recover from his accumulated injuries and medicinal residue, enabling his grandfather to advance to level 94 and substantially restore his vitality 15.

The family's wealth and resources were vast, centered on the Hongchen Duke Mansion in the imperial capital, Mingdu. From there, Jing Hongchen managed the family's affairs, including cooperation with the Sun Moon Empire's military and research institutions 28. Yet the family also harbored secret dealings with the sinister Holy Spirit Cult through the Xishui Alliance, which supplied rare metals in exchange for access to Mingde Hall 24. Xiao Hongchen confronted his grandfather over this arrangement and insisted that all evil soul masters be removed from the academy and Mingde Hall. Jing Hongchen ultimately agreed to investigate and expel them by the end of the semester 24.

Xiao Hongchen's closest family member was his younger sister, Meng Hongchen. She had watched over him during his coma and was initially suspicious of his sudden change in interests, such as his keen focus on Shrek Academy 1. Over time, their sibling bond deepened into one of unwavering loyalty and affection. Meng Hongchen was cheerful, supportive, and playful, often teasing her brother, yet she demonstrated remarkable maturity when it truly mattered—such as when she selflessly declined a 100,000-year Snow Empress Embryo to allow Xiao Hongchen to grow stronger, content to watch him become the pinnacle of power 61 65. Xiao Hongchen, in turn, showed deep care for her, encouraging her cultivation, teasing her about her romantic interests, and even planning to create a Limit Douluo-level bodyguard using resources he obtained 10 60 65. He later helped her absorb a 70,000-year Jade Phosphorus Nine-Absolute Flower soul ring as her sixth soul ring, further strengthening her cultivation 126 127. Their relationship was characterized by a mix of sibling banter and profound mutual support, with Meng Hongchen often acting as his confidant and cheerleader.

The Hongchen Family later expanded with the addition of Ye Guyi, a young woman with the Holy Angel martial soul who had suffered a tragic past. Jing Hongchen accepted her into the family, and Meng Hongchen welcomed her as a sister, further enriching the household dynamic 10. Xiao Hongchen's interactions with Ye Guyi ranged from initial wariness to growing closeness; he showed concern when she was injured and later developed a bond that drew the attention of others, including the imperial princess Xu Tianzhen 8 24 47. Xiao Hongchen also crafted Ye Guyi the quasi-sixth-grade Divine Body Sword, a holy-attribute soul tool weapon with the area-of-effect skill Golden Wave 22. The complexities of relationships within the family and among their associates highlighted Xiao Hongchen's central role as both a protector and a prodigy.

In terms of personal history, Xiao Hongchen's earliest actions after transmigration were marked by strategic decisiveness. He quickly planned his future, tasking a servant with purchasing rare metals and locating Ye Guyi, deciding to enter Mingde Hall early, and even building a gym in the family's backyard to emphasize physical fitness for soul engineers 4. He became Xuan Ziwen's disciple and distinguished himself through exceptional metal control, soul-tool construction, and research contributions, including work on the Sealed Milk Bottle 5 39. Kong Deming later recognized his potential, permitted him to address him as Grandmaster, and personally supported him as a future successor 41 52.

His martial cultivation advanced rapidly. After obtaining the Quicksilver Morph Beast's soul ring, he reached level 52 and acquired Attachment of Gold, which lets him transform his body into toxin-bearing liquid metal 27. With Jing Hongchen's help, he defeated a 50,000-year Phantom Spirit Fox, absorbing its soul ring to reach the fifty-fourth level of soul power and gaining the mimicry skill Mirror Flower Water Moon 28. He later obtained the Golden Hawksbill Turtle's soul ring and external soul bone, receiving powerful sixth soul skills and further evolving his Three-Legged Three-Eyed Golden Toad 113 114.

His subsequent growth was accelerated by the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well. Consuming Full Moon Wearing Autumn Dew brought his Brain Martial Soul to a silver-tier awakening 105. After absorbing the Silver Dragon's remnant soul, he gained control over seven elements, rudimentary spatial manipulation, and a substantial increase in Spiritual Power 107. He then consumed Singular Velvet Sky Mallow and Qiluo Tulip, fused the Gold of Life into his first martial soul, and evolved it into Ultimate Gold, a Super Martial Soul. This evolution granted him the Ultimate Talent Degradation, which enables him to influence metal elements within living organisms 108 109. He has since begun soul forging and successfully produced soul-forged metal, the first step toward constructing his Three-Word Battle Armor 142.

Thus, Xiao Hongchen's background is that of a transmigrated soul who embraced a new identity within a powerful noble family, forged deep bonds with his grandfather and sister, and rapidly rose through the ranks of soul masters and soul engineers through a combination of inherited talent, acquired knowledge, and relentless ambition. His family history—both the prestige of the Hongchen name and the hidden shadows of its dealings—provided the stage upon which he would seek to become the strongest, fulfilling the wishes of those he loved.

Physical Description

Xiao Hongchen was originally a thirteen-year-old boy, though he is approaching fifteen by the period in which he hunts the Golden Hawksbill Turtle 1 112. He has fair skin and heterochromatic pupils 27. He is repeatedly described as strikingly attractive, drawing attention when he appeared at the Fire Phoenix Advanced Soul Master Academy 8. His bearing is typically proud and self-assured; he is prone to brushing back his bangs in an intentionally dramatic gesture 52.

Personality

• Strategic & Calculating: Xiao Hongchen consistently demonstrates a strategic mind, viewing combat as a puzzle to be solved rather than a simple test of power. Against Ma Rulong, he used advanced Soul Tool techniques and outmaneuvered his physically stronger opponent to win, proving he is "more than just a talented prodigy" 31. When challenged by Xu Tianzhen, he calmly considered the political and practical benefits of losing to her to avoid future troubles, showing he evaluates even personal conflicts through a lens of long-term calculation 45. This strategic thinking extends to his study of opponents, as he noted Wang Yan discussing counters to him after a match 57. He also uses deliberate concealment in battle, allowing opponents to mistake him for a purely long-range Soul Engineer while reserving his close-combat and mental capabilities 57 68.

• Confident & Assertive: Xiao Hongchen exudes a powerful self-assurance that borders on arrogance, often leading him to take on seemingly impossible odds. He confidently announced his decision to face the entire Main Selection Team's combined firepower alone, telling them to "stand down" while he handled their attack 50 51. Even while battling Huo Yuhao, he displayed confidence, adaptability, and powerful offensive capabilities, taunting his opponents with provocative remarks to gain a psychological edge 79. This confidence was cemented when he defeated Ma Rulong to become the academy's team captain, a position that recognized his top-tier status 31.

• Ambitious & Driven: His ambition is boundless, targeting the highest possible goals. He set his sights on the Evil Emperor, a being of immense power, demonstrating a boldness and ambition that astounded even the Snow Empress 108. He consumed two great immortal herbs—Singular Velvet Sky Mallow and Qiluo Tulip—to artificially enhance his martial soul and physical strength, showing a willingness to push his limits through extreme methods 108. This relentless drive was evident early on, as he pushed his limits in metal manipulation and dedicated entire days to improving his Soul Tool skills 6. He is also determined to complete Three-Word Battle Armor and reach a combat level comparable to a Title Douluo 142.

• Proud & Protective of Family: Xiao Hongchen holds a deep-seated pride in his own lineage and a fierce protectiveness over his family. The original owner's pride and regrets are accepted by the transmigrated soul, and he vows to continue that path 1. He showed respect and consideration for his grandfather, Jing Hongchen, consulting him before major decisions 108. He was willing to surrender the Snow Empress Embryo to Meng Hongchen despite its importance to his own plans, believing that his sister deserved the best resources available 65.

• Emotionally Reactive (When Provoked): Despite his usual calm, Xiao Hongchen can lose his composure when his deepest attachments are attacked. During his match with Huo Yuhao, he deliberately provoked the latter by bringing up his mother, but the very act of employing such cruelty reveals a streak of emotional volatility 79. Huo Yuhao's response—intense anger leading to impulsive actions—suggests Xiao Hongchen understands the power of such triggers because he himself is susceptible to them.

• Composed & Mature (Under Pressure): Besides his emotional triggers, Xiao Hongchen maintains an impressive level of calm and maturity, especially in high-stakes or political situations. When meeting the Crown Prince Xu Tianran, he showed maturity and understanding of the political landscape, maintaining a respectful yet guarded demeanor 41. In his surprise duel with Xu Tianzhen, he remained calm and composed even when faced with her advances, methodically defeating her without visible panic 45 47. He also continued fighting after surviving a devastating attack that left him crawling from a crater, declaring that he had fought his way back from hell 84.

• Hardworking & Innovative: Xiao Hongchen's genius is built on a foundation of incredible hard work. He upgraded his entire soul cannon array from level-four to level-five in a single afternoon, and his teacher Xuan Ziwen noted his incredible mental power and skill were paired with relentless effort 6. He is constantly innovating, discovering new combat tactics for his martial souls and pushing the boundaries of Spirit-Forged metals 6 45. His later creation of the Locking Hoop and successful soul forging further demonstrate his patience, technical ability, and focus 142.

• Respectful to Elders & Authority: Xiao Hongchen knows his place within the hierarchy and shows proper deference to those more powerful or knowledgeable. He displays a respectful and supportive grandfather-grandson dynamic with Jing Hongchen 4 108. He listens carefully to Elder Kong Deming, accepts the old man's manuscript and gifts, and properly recognizes him as Grandmaster after receiving his approval 41 45.

• Alpha-Ego & Arrogance: While his confidence is justified, it often manifests as a pronounced arrogance. He easily looks down on his peers, as seen when he treated the Main Selection Team's full attack as a mere test for himself 50. His initial interactions with the team, especially Meng Hongchen and Ye Guyi, were marked by arrogance and their initial disbelief in his abilities 52. He can be openly dismissive toward those he considers weak, including the Ming Jade Sect's younger generation 131.

• Politically Aware: Xiao Hongchen is not just a fighter; he is acutely aware of the political currents around him. He correctly interpreted the Crown Prince's interest in him and understood the power dynamics and political intrigue within the royal family 41. He strategically used his meeting with Xu Tianzhen to potentially avoid future complications, weighing the cost of defeat against the benefit of peace 45.

• Respectful of Strong Opponents: He has a grudging respect for those who challenge him. After his intense battle with Ji Juechen, where both parties were injured, there was no animosity and Ji Juechen even thanked Xiao Hongchen for the fight 23. Similarly, after defeating Ma Rulong, the latter acknowledged Xiao Hongchen's abilities, suggesting Xiao Hongchen earned a mutual respect through victory 31.

• Manipulative & Psychologically Savvy: Xiao Hongchen understands the psychological dimension of combat. He used trash talk against Huo Yuhao to provoke a fight, knowing it would impair his opponent's judgment 79. He also knowingly considered the strategic benefits of losing a duel, using psychology as a tool for manipulation 45. Mirror Flower Water Moon and his illusion techniques allow him to exploit an opponent's perceptions as well as their emotions 28 118.

• Responsible Leader: Although he often appears self-centered, Xiao Hongchen has grown more conscious of the responsibility of command. During the fight against the Golden Lion Mastiff, he prioritized his companions' safety, assigned roles according to their strengths, and coordinated the group effectively 133. He was also entrusted with complete tactical authority over the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineer Academy's tournament team 52.

Power Progression

Stage	Soul Power Level	Soul Rings	Notes
Soul Ancestor	46	4	Xiao Hongchen's cultivation upon transmigrating into the original owner's body. He possessed two yellow and two purple soul rings. 1
Soul King	50	5 (Quicksilver Morph Beast, 40,000 years)	Achieved after breaking through to level 50 and hunting his fifth soul ring. 23 26
Soul King	52	5 (Quicksilver Morph Beast, 40,000 years)	Absorbed the Quicksilver Morph Beast's soul ring and gained Attachment of Gold, which provides a liquid-metal body transformation. 27
Soul King	54	6 (Phantom Spirit Fox, 50,000 years)	Soul power increased after absorbing a fifty-thousand-year spiritual-type soul beast; gained the soul skill Mirror Flower Water Moon for the Brain Martial Soul. 28
Soul King	59	Unspecified	Reached level 59 during the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Soul Duel Tournament; his cannon barrage was amplified by his high Soul Power, twin martial souls, and custom core arrays. 57
Martial Soul Evolution	Unspecified	Unspecified	The Brain Martial Soul underwent a silver-tier awakening after Xiao Hongchen consumed Full Moon Wearing Autumn Dew. 105
Martial Soul Evolution	Unspecified	Unspecified	The Three-Legged Golden Toad evolved into Ultimate Gold, a Super Martial Soul, after fusing with the Gold of Life; he awakened the Ultimate Talent Degradation. 109
Soul Emperor (Implied)	Unspecified	7 (Golden Hawksbill Turtle, year unknown)	Absorbed an external soul bone and soul ring from a Golden Hawksbill Turtle; his Three-Legged Three-Eyed Golden Toad martial soul evolved further, causing a major destiny fluctuation that attracted the Beast God's attention. 113

Abilities

Ultimate Gold Three-Legged Three-Eyed Golden Toad

• Metal Control: Xiao Hongchen's first soul skill significantly improves his affinity and precision in manipulating metal. He can draw metal to himself, separate it, shape it, and control it over a wide area. 6
• Gold Solidification: His third soul skill allows him to instantaneously condense metal into a chosen form, supporting rapid creation of defensive structures, weapons, and Soul Tool components. 6
• Attachment of Gold: Xiao Hongchen can manipulate metal, allowing him to attach gold or other metals to his body or external objects for enhanced control, evasion, or offensive purposes. He used this skill to evade a Thunder Domain during a duel with Ma Rulong. 30
• Liquid Metal Form (from the Quicksilver Morph Beast's soul ring): Grants the ability to transform parts of his body into a liquid metal state. In this form, he is immune to ninety percent of physical attacks and fifty percent of energy-based attacks. The liquid metal also carries a heavy-metal toxin that can corrode and cripple attackers who strike him directly. 27
• Degradation: An Ultimate Talent gained after the evolution into Ultimate Gold. It permits Xiao Hongchen to manipulate and control metal elements inside living organisms, making direct contact with his right hand especially dangerous. 109 126
• Invincible Barrier (sixth soul skill, from the Golden Hawksbill Turtle): Creates an invincible shield that blocks any attack below the god level for three seconds. It can be used consecutively but places high demands on the user's body and Soul Power. 114
• Golden Toad Roar (sixth soul skill): A large-scale sonic wave attack derived from the Golden Hawksbill Turtle's innate skill Golden Roar. It unleashes a shockwave within a 150-meter frontal cone, dealing both damage and control effects. The suppression effect is amplified against targets with inferior bloodline quality compared to the divine beast bloodline of the Three-Legged Three-Eyed Golden Toad. 114

External Soul Bone Skills (Golden Hawksbill Turtle)

• Golden Repel: A skill gained from the external soul bone absorbed from the Golden Hawksbill Turtle. Xiao Hongchen used it together with Invincible Barrier to withstand the Golden Lion Mastiff's initial assault. 113 133
• Golden Toad Sloughing: A skill from the same external soul bone. The name suggests a defensive or evasive technique akin to shedding, allowing Xiao Hongchen to mitigate harm or reposition. 113

Soul Bone Skills (Skull)

• Psychic Power: The first skill attached to Xiao Hongchen's skull soul bone. It is a specialized application of Spiritual Power that can be used to influence and manipulate targets at a psychic level. 107
• Repulsion: A derivative application of Psychic Power that creates a powerful repulsive force. Xiao Hongchen used it to deflect Di Qiuer's Golden Dragon Spear. 126
• Seven-Colored Protection: A defensive soul skill obtained from the second skill attached to a skull soul bone. It grants a multi-layered barrier, the specifics of which are not further detailed in the available context. 108

Brain (Mental Body Martial Soul)

• Mirror Flower Water Moon (from the Phantom Spirit Fox's soul ring): A simulation-type soul skill that allows Xiao Hongchen to perfectly mimic any living creature, including its appearance, aura, Soul Power fluctuations, and soul-ring configuration. The replication can deceive spiritual perception and is ideal for infiltration, deception, and tactical misdirection. 28
• Enhanced Perception: The Brain Martial Soul inherently grants Xiao Hongchen superior spiritual perception, allowing him to sense enemy movements, auras, and threats with high clarity. He used this passive ability to track the Red Fire Monkey troop's attacks and coordinate defensive measures. 16 27
• Silver-Tier Awakening: After consuming Full Moon Wearing Autumn Dew, Xiao Hongchen's Brain Martial Soul reached a silver-tier awakening, substantially enhancing its spiritual attributes and growth potential. 105
• Seven-Element Control: After absorbing the Silver Dragon's remnant soul, Xiao Hongchen gained control over seven elements and can manipulate them through his immense Spiritual Power. 107
• Rudimentary Spatial Manipulation: Xiao Hongchen can temporarily hide elemental attacks in another dimension before releasing them near a target. While crude, the technique provides an unexpected tactical option despite his lack of a space-attribute martial soul. 107

Martial Soul Fusion Skills

• Red Dust Attachment Plus Edition: An upgraded version of Xiao Hongchen and Meng Hongchen's martial soul fusion skill. By incorporating Xiao Hongchen's Brain Martial Soul, the technique gained mental shockwave capabilities in addition to its original effects. 61

Equipment and Soul Tools

Mecha Soldier

A large-scale humanoid defensive Soul Tool constructed from manipulated metal, designed for both protection and overwhelming firepower. Xiao Hongchen pilots it from within a central metal sphere, using his Spiritual Power to shape and control the mech.

• Forms a metal shell that can be expanded into a giant humanoid form, bristling with over two hundred Level 5 Soul Tool cannons 52.
• Provides near-absolute protection: the Main Selection Team’s combined firepower could not breach its defenses 52.
• Extremely high Soul Power consumption—after a short engagement, Xiao Hongchen needed to drink a milk bottle to replenish his Soul Power 52.
• Can transform into a Metal Fortress by retracting the humanoid frame into a compact, heavily armored sphere covered in cannon muzzles 52.
• The cannons can be fired simultaneously in all directions, turning the fortress into a steel hedgehog 52.
• Its back-mounted thrusters enable extreme bursts of mobility, allowing Xiao Hongchen to rapidly close distance on opponents such as Ma Rulong 51.

Soul Cannon Arrays

Portable, deployable arrays of energy cannons that Xiao Hongchen creates by manipulating metal with his Spiritual Power. These arrays form the core weapon system of the Mecha Soldier but can also be used independently.

• Upgraded from Level 4 to Level 5 in a single afternoon, demonstrating exceptional mental power and skill in crafting soul core arrays 6.
• Used to kill a forty-thousand-year Quicksilver Morph Beast by forming a Super Energy-Gathering Soul Cannon that concentrates all cannon energy into a single devastating blast 26.
• Mass deployment: over two hundred Level 5 cannons can be formed in a single breath, all aiming outward with glowing golden muzzles 52.
• Each cannon is integrated into the metal structure, allowing rapid reconfiguration mid-battle.
• The core arrays were personally carved using the Dark Gold Profound Blade, raising their output to approximately thirty percent above standard Level 5 cannons. 57

Metal Fortress (Absolute Defense)

A defensive configuration of the Mecha Soldier where Xiao Hongchen compresses the metal into a dense, spherical shell with only narrow firing slits. This form prioritizes defense over mobility.

• Blocks a Level 6 Piercing Cannon shot that is specifically designed for siege-breaking—the shell does not even crack 52.
• Capable of withstanding the combined attacks of five Soul Kings and two Soul Emperors without damage 51.
• When activated, the surface splits open to reveal hundreds of cannon barrels, allowing simultaneous defense and counterattack 52.

Piercing Cannon (Level 6)

A specialized long-range Soul Tool that fires a concentrated soul ray, optimized for single-target destruction. Ma Rulong wields this weapon during the sparring match.

• Highest single-target destructive power among ordinary Soul Tool cannons; often used in siege warfare 52.
• Requires manual aiming and massive Soul Power consumption—cannot automatically lock onto targets 52.
• Xiao Hongchen’s Metal Fortress easily withstands its direct fire, surprising Ma Rulong 52.

Super Energy-Gathering Soul Cannon

A custom technique devised by Xiao Hongchen that merges all the energy from his Soul Cannon Arrays into one ultra-powerful blast.

• Used to destroy a forty-thousand-year Quicksilver Morph Beast by concentrating the power of multiple Level 5 cannons into a single focused beam 26.
• Requires precise control of Soul Power and Spiritual Power to synchronize the cannons’ firing sequence.

Divine Body Sword

A quasi-sixth-grade soul tool longsword crafted by Xiao Hongchen for Ye Guyi after he destroyed her previous weapon in their sparring match.

• Designed for Ye Guyi's Holy Angel martial soul and current cultivation level. 21 22
• Contains the powerful area-of-effect skill Golden Wave, which releases holy power as golden light across a fifty-meter fan-shaped area. 22

Dark Gold Profound Blade

A rank sixty-five carving knife belonging to the Hongchen Family and used by Xiao Hongchen in Soul Tool crafting.

• One of only two ranked carving knives held by the Hongchen Family. 5
• Used to carve Xiao Hongchen's Level 5 cannon core arrays by hand, increasing their power beyond ordinary standards. 57

Level 9 Defensive Bracelet (Silver Bracelet)

A gift from Elder Kong to Xiao Hongchen after he demonstrated Spirit-Forged metal. This bracelet is a high-level protective relic.

• Can sense incoming attacks and automatically deflect any strike below the level of a Super Douluo for five seconds 45.
• Provides a crucial safety net in unexpected combat situations.

Teleportation Ring (Level 7)

A spatial-type Soul Tool personally crafted by Jing Hongchen for Xiao Hongchen.

• Can be used once per day. 72
• Teleports its user up to one hundred meters. 72
• Is regarded as a miracle among Level 7 Soul Tools because it can function as a second life in a critical battle. 72

Locking Hoop

A spiritual-suppression Soul Tool created by Xiao Hongchen to counter spiritual detection.

• Designed specifically to prevent Huo Yuhao from using Spiritual Detection. 142
• Required repeated attempts before Xiao Hongchen successfully completed its construction. 142

Three-Word Battle Armor

Xiao Hongchen's planned advanced battle armor project.

• He successfully completed soul forging, the first essential step toward producing the armor. 142
• Xiao Hongchen believes that acquiring Three-Word Battle Armor after reaching Soul Saint would elevate his practical combat strength to a level comparable to an elite Super Douluo. 142

Golden Cymbals (Level 9 Soul Tool)

Jing Hongchen’s personal Level 9 Soul Tool that he uses to subdue Xiao Hongchen’s Mecha Soldier during the demonstration.

• Expands rapidly from a small golden cymbal into a large containment field of golden light 52.
• Instantly neutralizes over two hundred Level 5 Soul Tool cannons, extinguishing all gunfire in moments 52.
• Demonstrates the immense power gap between Level 9 Soul Tools and the lower-tier cannons 52.

Invincible Barrier

A defensive Soul Tool used by Ma Rulong to protect himself while charging his Level 7 Light of Destruction.

• Forms an impenetrable shield that blocks physical and energy attacks for a short duration 30.
• Allows the user to withstand enemy assaults while preparing a powerful counter-strike 30.

Light of Destruction (Level 7)

Ma Rulong’s primary offensive Soul Tool, a high-damage energy weapon that he uses in the decisive battle against Xiao Hongchen.

• Level 7 Soul Tool with enormous destructive energy, requiring the Invincible Barrier to safely charge up 30.
• Fires a concentrated beam of light capable of causing massive damage—Xiao Hongchen had to use strategic evasion rather than meet it head-on 30.

Fixed-Firing Soul Tool Shells (Level 6)

Ammunition-type Soul Tools that were auctioned off from Mingde Hall, alarming Jing Hongchen and Xiao Hongchen due to their potential military use.

• Level 6 explosive shells designed for fixed-firing artillery, capable of area saturation 62.
• Leaked from the Body Sect, indicating a security breach that could threaten the Sun Moon Empire’s technological advantage 62.

Relationships

• Xiao Hongchen: The central figure in multiple romantic relationships, maintaining a calm and collected demeanor while navigating the affections of Ye Guyi, Xu Tianzhen, and others. His relationship with Ye Guyi evolves from hostility and competition to intense physical intimacy and dominance, with Xiao Hongchen eventually accepting responsibility for her after a night together and publicly supporting her as his girlfriend 93 94 95 123. With Xu Tianzhen, he is pursued openly; he initially shows reluctance but gradually becomes more accepting, standing still when she hugs and kisses him, and considering a political marriage at Elder Kong's request 47 58 88. He shares a close sibling bond with Meng Hongchen, often teasing her about her crush on Wang Dong and helping her obtain soul rings and herbs 10 28 60 126. His relationship with Di Qiuer is competitive, and he agrees to spar with her after distributing treasures 126. He also acknowledges Ling Luochen's feelings, accepting her intention to stay by his side as a secondary partner 123.

• Ye Guyi: Initially wary and composed at their first meeting, she becomes frustrated and jealous as Xu Tianzhen pursues Xiao Hongchen, leading her to train harder and eventually take assertive action by drugging and handcuffing him to initiate intimacy 8 47 48 93. This results in a shift to a passionate, dominant-submissive dynamic, with Ye Guyi later publicly claiming him as her boyfriend and successfully plucking the Lovesick Heartbreak Red to prove her true love 94 123. She is also welcomed into the Hongchen Family as a sister by Meng Hongchen and shows kindness in tending to Xiao Hongchen's wound 10 24. Xiao Hongchen crafted her the Divine Body Sword and later gave her a 100,000-year Qiluo Tulip head bone 22 126.

• Meng Hongchen: Xiao Hongchen's younger sister, with a close, bantering sibling bond. She initially supports Ye Guyi but quickly becomes friends with Xu Tianzhen due to shared opinions about Xiao Hongchen's personality 48. She teases her brother about his relationships and expresses concern for his reputation, while also developing a brief crush on Wang Dong that her brother mocks 60 95 123. She shows empathy in welcoming Ye Guyi into the family and helps her despite initial discomfort with her sibling's romantic entanglements 10 95. She declined the Snow Empress Embryo out of faith in Xiao Hongchen's future and later received his support in obtaining her sixth soul ring 65 126.

• Xu Tianzhen: Imperial princess who relentlessly pursues Xiao Hongchen after being impressed by his strength, even transferring to his academy and transferring her enrollment. Her actions cause a stir and make Ye Guyi feel helpless 47. She openly displays affection, kissing Xiao Hongchen and claiming him as her fiancé in advance, becoming friends with Meng Hongchen in the process 48 88. Elder Kong requests that Xiao Hongchen accept her feelings and marry her, creating political pressure on the relationship 58. She has also grown more considerate of his work, waiting outside Mingde Hall without disturbing him while he completed his soul-forging work 142.

• Jing Hongchen: Xiao Hongchen's grandfather, guardian figure, and the master of Mingde Hall. He cooperates with Xiao Hongchen in hunting soul beasts and strategizes against evil soul masters. Their relationship is marked by mutual understanding and shared responsibility for the family, with Jing Hongchen agreeing to expel evil soul masters from the academy and setting expectations for Ye Guyi when she joins 10 24 28. Xiao Hongchen also restored his grandfather's condition sufficiently for him to break through to level 94 15.

• Kong Deming: The Sun Moon Empire's foremost Soul Engineer and an important mentor figure to Xiao Hongchen. He recognized Xiao Hongchen's twin martial souls and extraordinary Spiritual Power, gave him a manuscript and Level 9 defensive bracelet, and allowed Xiao Hongchen to call him Grandmaster 40 41 45. Kong Deming later personally accompanied the academy's tournament team because he did not wish Xiao Hongchen to be targeted by Shrek Academy 52.

• Di Qiuer: A competitive rival and potential romantic interest for Xiao Hongchen. She feels regretful and competitive after learning that Xiao Hongchen's first time was not with her, and she threatens him if he plays favorites. She blocks Ling Luochen from trying the Lovesick Heartbreak Red test 123. She later spars with Xiao Hongchen, highlighting their dynamic of seeking strength and competition 126. During the Golden Lion Mastiff battle, she cooperates closely with Xiao Hongchen and shows willingness to support his plans in dangerous circumstances 133.

• Ling Luochen: Acknowledges her feelings for Xiao Hongchen and decides to stay by his side even as a secondary partner, feeling conflicted about her role. She attempts to pluck the Lovesick Heartbreak Red but is blocked by Di Qiuer 123. Xiao Hongchen saved her from the Nether Ghost Tiger despite the danger, causing her feelings for him to deepen 119.

• He Caitou: A member of the Sun Moon Team who remains miserable and receives no special treatment despite being part of the Ultimate Soldier Plan; his interactions with Xiao Hongchen are minimal beyond team dynamics 60.

• Wang Dong: A member of Shrek Academy whose Light Goddess Butterfly martial soul captivates Meng Hongchen, causing her to develop a crush. However, she is disappointed to learn the martial soul is female, and the crush does not progress further 60.

• Ma Rulong: Initially the strongest student at the academy, he is defeated by Xiao Hongchen in a battle for team captain. After his defeat, he acknowledges Xiao Hongchen's abilities and accepts him as captain, showing mutual respect 31.

• Xuan Ziwen: Xiao Hongchen's teacher at Mingde Hall. Xuan Ziwen recognizes his student's prodigious talent in Soul Tool construction and supports his research, including the Sealed Milk Bottle project 5 6 39. Their relationship is one of demanding mentorship and shared technical innovation.

Major Battles

Opponent	Outcome	Significance
Ma Rulong (Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineer Academy duel)	Xiao Hongchen wins using strategic Soul Tool tactics, earning the team captaincy.	Demonstrates tactical adaptability and cements status as strongest student; Ma Rulong acknowledges Xiao Hongchen’s abilities 30 31.
Ji Juechen (Soul Fighting Arena)	Xiao Hongchen defeats him with a Black Flash punch; Ji Juechen enters deep meditation from enlightenment.	Proves Xiao Hongchen is a Soul King at age 13; highlights enlightenment through defeat and the importance of mental resolve 22 23.
Main Selection Team	Xiao Hongchen defeats Lin Xi and withstands the combined assault of the full team with the Mecha Soldier and Metal Fortress.	Establishes his overwhelming superiority and secures his authority as the tournament team's tactical leader 51 52.
Shrek Academy (Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Soul Duel Tournament)	Xiao Hongchen leads the Sun Moon Team to victory; Heavenly Fiend Douluo intervenes before he can kill the exhausted Huo Yuhao.	Secures the championship for the Sun Moon Team and demonstrates Xiao Hongchen's resilience after he survives a devastating attack and returns to battle 67 68 84.
Zhongli Tian (Nether Domain Snake master)	Xiao Hongchen breaks his Martial Soul Avatar with Purification Light, severely injuring him; later Zhongli Tian is killed by the Ghost Shadow Leopard Emperor.	Showcases Xiao Hongchen’s light-based powers countering dark martial souls; demonstrates strategic deception and overwhelming dominance 117 118.
Zhongli Ren & Zhongli Di (brothers’ ambush)	Xiao Hongchen outmaneuvers the brothers; Zhongli Ren is severely injured, Zhongli Di goes mad; Ling Luochen saved.	Highlights Xiao Hongchen’s ability to counter coordinated telepathic tactics and trap setups; consequences of underestimation 118 119.
Lin Xi (Main Selection Team member)	Xiao Hongchen easily defeats Lin Xi, who uses a Level 6 Soul Shield but is no match.	Emphasizes the power gap between Xiao Hongchen and typical Soul Masters; demonstrates the Mecha Soldier's mobility and absolute defense 51.
Jiang Nannan (Shrek team member)	Xiao Hongchen counters her leg attack, turns his head to liquid metal, then binds and impales her, killing Jiang Nannan.	Reveals Xiao Hongchen’s ruthlessness and tactical brutality; shows the danger of underestimating Soul Tool techniques 74.
Phantom Spirit Fox (50,000-year soul beast)	Xiao Hongchen, with Jing Hongchen’s help, defeats the fox and absorbs its soul ring, gaining the skill Mirror Flower Water Moon.	Increases his Soul Power to level 54; gains a mimicry ability; underscores his spiritual power and combat prowess 28.
Nether Ghost Tiger (soul beast)	Xiao Hongchen slices the tiger in half with a single strike, saving Ling Luochen.	Displays his raw physical power and decisive action; deepens his relationship with Ling Luochen 119.
Di Qiuer (sparring match)	The outcome is unresolved in the available context; Xiao Hongchen uses Level 6 thrusters and Psychic Power to meet her Golden Dragon Spear in close combat.	Demonstrates his willingness to confront the Golden Dragon martial soul's overwhelming physical strength directly and reveals the practical use of Repulsion 126.
Golden Lion Mastiff (soul beast)	Xiao Hongchen's group coordinates their abilities to wear down and kill the beast.	Highlights Xiao Hongchen's growth as a leader, his use of Invincible Barrier and Golden Repel, and the group's effective teamwork 133.