Su Luoheng

Biodata

Name	Su Luoheng 1
Alias	None known
Species	Human
Gender	Male 1 12
Affiliation	Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy; Mingde Hall; Disciple of Elder Ran; Proprietor of Chaldea 18 200 219
Status	Alive 1 295
First Appearance	Chapter 1 1

Physical Description

Su Luoheng is a youth of average stature for his age, with a lean and agile build that reflects his rigorous training as a soul master. His appearance is often marked by an air of composure and focus, with a sharp, piercing gaze that intensifies during battle or moments of deep concentration. He typically dresses in practical, high-grade soul tools that double as attire, most notably the crimson battle robe gifted to him.

• Hair Color: Not explicitly described; however, his hair is long enough to be tousled by others, and he takes care to keep it neat.
• Eye Color: Not explicitly stated; during battle or when possessed by another consciousness, his eyes turn a cold, dark gray 70. At other times, his gaze is described as keen and penetrating, like two long swords 114. Following the awakening of his Eye of Destiny, he can activate a special ocular ability alongside his Projection Spirit Eye 243.
• Attire: Wears the Crimson Plains Battle Robe, a level 9 soul tool crafted by Elder Kong, which is a high-grade battle garment 194. He also commonly uses soul tool equipment in combat.
• Notable Features: Possesses a right arm soul bone from a five-thousand-year Silver Moon Wolf, though this is not externally visible 53. His eyes often display an intense, determined sharpness, especially after breakthroughs in his swordsmanship or mental cultivation 35 114. When his teacher Electrolux takes control of his body, his entire aura shifts, and his eyes become filled with loneliness and desolation 70. His soul bones later lost their detectable soul beast auras following the formation of his Soul Core 274.

Personality

Su Luoheng's personality is defined by a rare combination of bravery, strategic acumen, and an unwavering determination to grow. From a young age, he demonstrated remarkable courage, facing life-threatening dangers such as a charging Silver Ring Horse 12 and enduring the excruciating pain of a Life Gold transformation without faltering 65. His resourcefulness and quick thinking in battle allow him to overcome opponents with superior strength, as when he broke free from a gravity field by redirecting momentum 23 or used clever tactics to defeat a Soul King 131. He remains calm and composed under pressure, whether during a tournament final 51 or when reflecting on a defeat to identify his bottleneck 111. Su Luoheng is also deeply introspective and eager to learn, constantly seeking to understand the meaning behind his swordsmanship and the nature of his Sword Heart 112 114. He shows humility and integrity, declining compensation after being rescued and honestly summarizing his own mistakes when prompted 12 7. Despite his talent, he respects his teachers and opponents, and his views on power and morality are mature for his age, as shown when he accepts his teacher's offer of necromancy without hesitation, declaring that power itself is neither good nor evil 90 91. Over all, he is a persistent cultivator who continuously refines his skills and character, approaching each bottleneck as an opportunity for breakthrough rather than a setback 113 114.

His later travels deepen the moral dimension of his Sword Heart. While recognizing that he cannot remedy the injustices and suffering he encounters by himself, he refuses to sacrifice innocents or abandon his pursuit of a just path 260 263 271. This conviction ultimately allows him to solidify his Heart Sword and complete a major Sword Heart breakthrough 271 274.

• Brave: 12 65
• Resourceful: 23 131 183
• Determined: 65 112 271
• Calm and Composed: 51 111
• Strategic Thinker: 52 127 131
• Adaptable: 23 127
• Honest and Integral: 12 7
• Eager to Learn: 90 112 114 193
• Humble and Respectful: 12 59 90 183
• Mature: 90 91
• Self-reflective: 111 112 240 271
• Persistent: 65 113
• Confident yet Unassuming: 183 184
• Just and Principled: 260 263 271

Abilities and Skills

Unlimited Blade Works

Su Luoheng's martial soul, Unlimited Blade Works, manifests as a desolate desert landscape littered with weapons, primarily swords 15 9. It is classified as a "spiritual attribute" martial soul and possesses an extraordinary nature: the soul skills it grants through soul ring absorption are entirely independent of the soul beast species hunted 91 119 121. Instead, the absorbed soul rings act as "switches" to unleash the martial soul's own inherent power, and the resulting skills are layered in progression, forming an integrated whole 91 121. Upon realizing his Sword Heart, Unlimited Blade Works underwent a transformation that drastically altered the effectiveness of its soul skills while leaving their basic functions unchanged 114.

The martial soul's strength is closely connected to the strength and development of Su Luoheng's Sword Heart. When he solidified the Heart Sword, all four of his existing related soul skills improved simultaneously 272. Its Mind Image World also demonstrated a defensive function by drawing the Golden Dragon Spear into itself, allowing him to later produce an inferior projection of the divine artifact 239.

• Applications:
  • Provides a repertoire of projected weapons within the desert landscape that can be analyzed and later projected 15 9.
  • Its soul ring absorption is not bound by the soul beast's attributes; any sufficiently aged soul beast provides an optimal ring 121.
  • The martial soul itself can be used to intimidate or demonstrate power before using other soul skills 15.
  • Its Mind Image World can retain the structure of extraordinary weapons, including the Golden Dragon Spear 239.
  • Its projections can include soul rings, enabling Su Luoheng to condense and absorb a projected soul ring 273 272.
• Limits:
  • Initially unstable after awakening; innate soul power fluctuated from level eight to six before settling 3.
  • The martial soul's full potential remained untapped until Su Luoheng understood his Sword Heart 114.
  • Weapons projected within the martial soul are originally fragile, a weakness highlighted in combat against skilled opponents 112.
  • High-grade projections, particularly artifacts such as the Golden Dragon Spear, remain weaker than their originals 239.

Weapon Analysis

Su Luoheng's first soul skill, Weapon Analysis (also referred to as Weapon Analysis or Analysis), allows him to envelop a soul tool or weapon-type martial soul with his mental power and obtain its complete structural blueprint 9 8 15. It can be actively activated, but also possesses a passive combat ability: anytime his own weapon, imbued with soul power, strikes an opponent's soul tool, a slower analysis is performed automatically 24.

• Applications:
  • Enables Su Luoheng to learn the structure of any soul tool he can analyze, making him a prodigy in soul tool crafting 8 9.
  • Successfully analyzed a second-class soul tool (30% soul power cost) but initially failed on a third-class tool due to insufficient soul power 8.
  • With practice, his range improved to third-class ordinary soul tools and fourth-class sword-type soul tools 45.
  • When analyzing a Level 5 Soul Tool Sword, he accurately identified all fifty-seven soul tool arrays it contained 193.
• Limits:
  • Soul power consumption scales with the tool's rank; higher-level tools may be too draining or impossible to analyze at lower cultivation levels 8.
  • Requires unbroken concentration; if the soul tool is too complex or his mental power insufficient, analysis fails 8.
  • Passive analysis during combat is slower than the active version 24.

Weapon Projection

Su Luoheng's second soul skill, Weapon Projection, allows him to project any weapon or soul tool he has previously analyzed with Weapon Analysis into a real, physical object 43 45. The projection costs about a quarter of the soul power needed for analysis and has no time limit—once projected, the weapon remains permanently until dismissed or broken 43 45. The projected weapons are approximately one rank weaker than the original blueprint 45. He can also project weapon-type martial souls, but the consumption is higher, the rank lower (around four or five), and the projected weapons lack any attached soul skills 81.

Following the further evolution of Unlimited Blade Works, Weapon Projection can also reproduce soul ring structures. This enabled Su Luoheng to produce and absorb a fifth soul ring based on a stored thirty-five-thousand-year Crimson Flame Tiger ring 272 273.

• Applications:
  • Used in combat to create swords, arrows, or other tools on demand, such as dual longswords against Xu Sanshi 184 129.
  • Since the projections cost no materials, they can be sold for profit, turning analysis into a source of income 46.
  • Granted the academy junior classmates daily "soul power training" by projecting hundreds of weapons for them to destroy 201.
  • Combined with his Fourth Soul Skill Reinforcement to enhance projected weapons temporarily 121.
  • Projects soul rings after recording their structures, allowing his martial soul to supply a ring independently of a living soul beast 272 273.
  • Projected the Golden Dragon Spear after it was drawn into his Mind Image World, though the copy did not equal the original artifact 239.
• Limits:
  • Weapons are weaker than their blueprints; a Level 5 projected tool functions at Level 4 equivalent effectiveness 45.
  • Projection of martial souls is inefficient and yields weapons without soul skills, making them inferior to soul tools of the same rank 81.
  • Projected weapons are inherently fragile, suffering structural collapse when reinforced too heavily 121.
  • The strength of higher-grade projections is limited by Su Luoheng's own cultivation and soul power reserves 150 239.

Broken Phantasm

Su Luoheng's third soul skill, Broken Phantasm, is a modification ability that primarily affects projected weapons 129 91. When activated in conjunction with Weapon Projection, it alters the form of the projected weapon—for example, changing a sword into an arrow 129. The power of Broken Phantasm is further enhanced when combined with the Mental Image Imprint (linked to his Fourth Soul Skill) 121.

• Applications:
  • Allows mid-combat transformation of weapon shape, enabling tactical flexibility (sword to arrow) 129.
  • Synergizes with the Fourth Soul Skill Reinforcement to amplify the effect of his projected weapons 121.
  • Serves as a major offensive capability even as Su Luoheng's other soul skills develop toward support and enhancement 243.
• Limits:
  • The exact extent of structural modification and the degree of power enhancement beyond weapon reshaping are not fully detailed in known records.
  • Relies on having a projected weapon already available; cannot be used independently.

Reinforcement

Su Luoheng's fourth soul skill, Reinforcement, consumes soul power to strengthen an object based on its material structure 121. It can be applied to projected weapons or soul tools. When used on a projected weapon, the weapon's strength increases, but it suffers from structural collapse as a side effect—the temporary gain comes at the cost of the weapon's integrity 121. It is also invoked as “Trace On” when reinforcing projected armaments 153 183.

• Applications:
  • Enhances the damaging capability of projected weapons in combat, as seen when used to boost twin arrows fired from his Level 7 warbow, Obsidian Gaze 129.
  • Works on soul tools as well, improving their performance 121.
  • Reinforced the Pseudo-Emperor Sword and Obsidian Gaze simultaneously, creating an icy battlefield domain and temporarily raising the projected sword to an Ultimate Ice level 153.
  • Can temporarily restore damaged soul tool remnants, an ability with exceptional value for researching soul tool ruins 208.
• Limits:
  • The structural collapse side effect makes prolonged reinforcement impossible; the weapon will break after a short time 121.
  • Cannot be used on objects he has not analyzed or that lack a clear material structure.

Projection Loading

Su Luoheng's fifth soul skill, Projection Loading, is unlocked after he becomes a Soul King and absorbs his projected fifth soul ring 272 274. It displays the attributes of himself and an applicable projected source in a game-like status format, then can temporarily load the source's physical qualities, combat experience, and techniques into him through the projected weapon 274 275.

When he projected the Emperor Sword, Projection Loading temporarily transferred aspects of the Snow Empress's bodily attributes and refined swordsmanship to him. The enhancement ended when the projected Emperor Sword was knocked away 275.

• Applications:
  • Displays a status panel for Su Luoheng and the target connected to the projection 274 275.
  • Temporarily raises his physical attributes and grants practical insight into the source's combat techniques and memories 275.
  • Allowed his Soul King-level swordsmanship and physical ability to briefly approach the suppressed Soul King-level performance of the Snow Empress 275.
  • Can be used to investigate projected martial souls, such as Ran Ruobing's Celestial Crystal Sacred Shield 278.
• Limits:
  • The displayed attributes do not directly equal actual combat strength; weapons, terrain, combat experience, and counters remain decisive factors 278.
  • The loaded enhancement is dependent on maintaining the relevant projected weapon; it vanishes when the Emperor Sword projection is defeated or removed 275.
  • Su Luoheng cannot perfectly reproduce abilities that vastly exceed his own cultivation or understanding 275.

Swordsmanship

Su Luoheng's swordsmanship is a core part of his combat style, honed through intense training under the guidance of the Snow Empress 202. He practices relentlessly in a specially reinforced basement, suffering minor injuries that heal quickly 202. His pursuit of understanding the "Sword Heart"—the meaning behind his sword—led to a deep meditation that transformed his spiritual power and martial soul, marking a significant breakthrough 112 113 114. In battle, he employs high-speed consecutive strikes, capable of overwhelming defenses with fluid combos; against Xu Sanshi, he landed sixteen strikes in five seconds, shattering the opponent's shield 184.

Su Luoheng later recognizes that his incomplete Sword Heart is tied not merely to sword technique but to the choices he makes and the future he wishes to pursue 240 263. His resolve to seek justice without sacrificing innocents allows him to make a further breakthrough, solidifying his Heart Sword 271 274.

• Applications:
  • Overwhelms opponents through relentless, rapid attacks that exploit openings in their defense 184.
  • Integrates projected weaponry seamlessly, such as wielding two longswords simultaneously—one a standard projection, the other a Level 5 Soul Tool Sword with soul power suppression properties 190 184.
  • The level of swordsmanship demonstrated can draw admiration from other soul masters and even divine beings like the Snow Empress 202.
  • Through training with Snow Empress and daily sparring with Ji Juechen, his swordsmanship eventually becomes nearly comparable to Ji Juechen's 218.
  • Projection Loading can temporarily supplement his own swordsmanship with the Snow Empress's accumulated experience and techniques 275.
• Limits:
  • Stagnated for a period due to lack of understanding of his Sword Heart; the bottleneck only resolved after a profound epiphany 112.
  • Despite high skill, his projected weapons' fragility remained a critical weakness until the Sword Heart breakthrough improved their resilience 112.
  • Even after his first realization, his Sword Heart remained incomplete and required travel, self-reflection, and a clearer conviction to progress further 240 263.

Spiritual Abilities

Su Luoheng possesses an unusually developed Sea of Spirit, strengthened by Life Gold, Electrolux's guidance, and the spiritual nature of Unlimited Blade Works 66 114. After deep meditation, his spiritual power reached the Boundless Sea Voyage realm, allowing self-circulation and greatly improved recovery 114.

He later awakened a special Eye of Destiny after destiny power was reduced through his Mind Image World and adapted by Life Gold and his body 243. This ocular ability may be activated alongside his Projection Spirit Eye and can observe world lines or scenes connected to individuals, making it a powerful support ability 243.

• Boundless Sea Voyage: A spiritual-power realm in which his mental energy self-circulates and replenishes itself, increasing both endurance and recovery 114.
• Eye of Destiny: A special destiny-based eye formed through the interaction of his martial soul, Life Gold, spiritual power, and destiny energy 243.
• Projection Spirit Eye: An ocular projection ability used to perceive distant events, including witnessing an Evil Soul Master absorb a soul 260.
• Soul Core: Su Luoheng condensed a unique holy spirit-attribute Soul Core at Soul King rank, an unprecedented achievement at that stage 271 274.

Power Progression

Soul Power Level	Soul Rings	Key Breakthroughs
Soul Master (10–19)	First soul ring (age unverified)	Martial soul awakening at innate level 6, later stabilizing at level 10 3 5. Obtained first soul skill "Analysis," which allowed him to analyze soul tools and laid the foundation for his dual cultivation 9. Mastered first-class soul tools within a year, becoming a first-class soul engineer 9. Reached level 18 after consuming a Soul Condensing Pill and was formally recognized as a Level 2 Soul Master (soul tool rank) after completing five Level 2 soul devices 32 33.
Soul Grandmaster (20–29)	Second soul ring (1000-year)	Broke through to level 20 via a Mystic Water Pill 33. Absorbed a thousand-year soul ring, gaining the second soul skill "Projection" 41 45. Soul power increased three levels to level 23 immediately after absorption 41. Successfully crafted his fifth Level 3 soul tool core, becoming an official Level 3 Soul Master (soul tool rank) 57. Soul power reached level 28 through daily cultivation with medicinal pills 57.
Soul Elder (30–39)	Third soul ring (age unverified, from a Thunder Pattern Tiger)	Became a Soul Elder at age 11 58. Absorbed the third soul ring from a Thunder Pattern Tiger, acquiring the third soul skill "Broken Phantasm," a modification ability for projected weapons 58 91 129. Underwent intensive training for the reserve team; soul power quickly reached level 37 thanks to the Snow Pill's energy and the Life Gold transformation 81. Experienced a profound epiphany: his spiritual power evolved to the "Boundless Sea Voyage" realm, self-circulating and endlessly replenishing 114. Realized his Sword Heart, loosening his swordsmanship bottleneck and nearly breaking through to level 40 114. His Unlimited Blade Works Martial Soul also transformed, with all soul skills retaining their names but gaining vastly improved effects 114.
Soul Ancestor (40–49)	Fourth soul ring (10,000-year, from a Flame Tiger)	Broke through to Soul Ancestor by absorbing a ten-thousand-year soul ring 120 121. Obtained the fourth soul skill "Reinforcement," which strengthens objects based on their material structure but causes projected weapons to destabilize 121. Soul power surged two levels to level 42 121. Confirmed the theory that his Martial Soul produces skills independent of the soul beast's species—the soul ring merely acts as a switch to unlock the Martial Soul's inherent power 120 121. Later absorbed the Water Bear Bug Soul Bone, gaining a powerful self-healing ability and the skill "Feigned Death" 200. Began advanced studies at Mingde Hall, impressing his grandmaster Kong Deming with his mastery of soul tool arrays 193 200. Demonstrated an unprecedented ability to restore damaged soul tools using his Fourth Soul Skill, opening new possibilities for soul tool research 208. Reached level 44 and obtained certification as a Level 6 Soul Engineer 202.
Soul King (50–59)	Fifth soul ring (35,000-year projected Crimson Flame Tiger ring)	After a second major Sword Heart breakthrough, condensed a holy spirit-attribute Soul Core at Soul King rank and began rapidly absorbing heaven-and-earth essence 271. Used Weapon Projection to reproduce the stored structure of a thirty-five-thousand-year Crimson Flame Tiger soul ring and absorbed it as his fifth ring 272. Obtained the fifth soul skill, Projection Loading, which can load the attributes, memories, and techniques associated with a projected weapon or source into himself temporarily 274 275. Solidified his Heart Sword, further enhancing Unlimited Blade Works and all four prior soul skills 272 274.

Soul Tools and Equipment

• Ice Crystal Bracer: A Level 4 defensive soul tool gifted by Su Luoheng's mother, Ye Lan. It is crafted from Ice Blue Jade, a material that helps eliminate fatigue and nourish the body, providing passive benefits to the wearer 5.

• Ice Rain Sword: A first-level soul tool, the first successful creation by Su Luoheng. It is a sword-type soul device made with Ice Cold Iron, possessing a faint extreme cold attribute. Su Luoheng inscribed three core arrays onto it—Soul Power Array (Perfect), Ice Cold Array (Perfect), and Reinforcement Array (Perfect)—earning it an overall evaluation of superior grade at the first-class level 20 21.

• Crimson Plains Battle Robe: A high-grade Class 9 Soul Tool crafted by the top Level 9 Soul Master, Kong Deming. It accelerates soul power circulation during cultivation, absorbs scattered soul power from the air to enhance combat endurance, and possesses minor functions such as self-cleaning, self-repair, and color change. Notably, it has no cultivation level restrictions on the user, making it exceptionally valuable 194.

• Level 5 Soul Tool Sword (Soul Power Suppression): A sword-type soul tool designed with the ability to suppress an opponent's soul power on contact. It requires the rare material Sea Soul Stone, mined from deep seabeds, making such tools extremely expensive—costing as much as a standard Level 7 soul tool. Su Luoheng acquired this sword through his master's dismantling of four Sea Soul Stone soul tools, and it became the first weapon he projected and analyzed after breaking through to Soul Ancestor 190.

• Spirit-Devouring Fierce Blade (Ranking Engraving Knife): A notorious engraving knife ranked ninety-ninth on the Ranking Engraving Knife list. It is cursed, having a reputation for devouring the spirit of its user. Su Luoheng purchased it at auction for 400,000 Gold Soul Coins, recognizing its potential value. Later, with the assistance of Electrolux's divine sense, the curse was purified using Life Gold, transforming it into a usable and high-quality engraving tool for carving soul tool cores 62 63 64 66.

• Obsidian Gaze: A war bow soul tool that Su Luoheng uses for long-range attacks. It possesses a level-up ability—when an arrow is nocked, the bow's soul guide circuit activates, raising the arrow's effective power by one grade (e.g., a Level 3 arrow becomes Level 4). Though its soul guidance array limits it to Level 5 initially, the bow's core material is Level 7. Su Luoheng often combines it with his Fourth Soul Skill, Reinforcement, to further boost speed and energy 124 129.

• Pseudo-Emperor Sword: A projected weapon created by Su Luoheng's second soul skill, Weapon Projection, based on his analysis of the Emperor Sword. It is considered his highest-grade projected weapon, containing a sliver of the Emperor Sword's might (suppressed by the Snow Empress's Ultimate Ice power). Its mere presence causes frost to fall and temperatures to drop significantly 150 183. Reinforcement can temporarily elevate its icy power to the Ultimate Ice level, though Snow Empress warned Su Luoheng not to use it recklessly before fully mastering it 153 164.

• Golden Dragon Spear (Projected Copy): After the original Golden Dragon Spear was attracted into Unlimited Blade Works' Mind Image World, Su Luoheng successfully created a projection of it. The projection is inferior to the original divine artifact but confirms that his martial soul can store and reproduce its structure 239.

• Crimson Flame Sword (Projected Copy): During his final match in the assessment competition, Su Luoheng used his analysis skill on Xi Heng's Crimson Flame Sword, then projected an identical copy with his second soul skill. This allowed him to understand the weapon's capabilities and counter his opponent effectively 52.

• Projected Level 5 Soul Swords (Dual-wield): Su Luoheng can project up to two Level 5 soul tool swords simultaneously at his Soul Ancestor cultivation level. One such sword appears ordinary but possesses soul power suppression properties (as described above). He uses these dual swords in combat to overwhelm opponents with rapid, fluid strikes 183 190.

• Ice Crystal Profound Iron: A high-durability material purchased by Su Luoheng at the auction specifically to test the engraving capabilities of the purified Spirit-Devouring Fierce Blade. Its extreme hardness makes it ideal for evaluating the knife's cutting precision 64.

• Soul Tool Sword (Grandmaster's Test): A Level 5 Soul Tool sword specially prepared by Elder Kong (Kong Deming) to test Su Luoheng's knowledge. It contains a total of fifty-seven soul tool arrays: eleven basic, thirty-five intermediate, and eleven advanced. The complexity of its core array would be sufficient for a Level 6 Soul Tool, challenging even advanced soul engineers 193.

• Life Gold: A transformative material obtained from the Spirit-Devouring Fierce Blade. When absorbed, it reshapes Su Luoheng's body and Sea of Spirit, significantly improving his physical strength and soul power. It also stabilizes the consciousness of Electrolux, allowing him to recover memories and powers. Electrolux uses Life Gold to attempt opening the Eye of Life, though the energy is partially absorbed by Unlimited Blade Works 66.

• Soul Guidance Tester: A device used to evaluate completed soul tools. It displays data such as material strength, core array quality (e.g., Perfect), compatibility, and weapon attributes, providing an overall grade (e.g., first-class soul tool, superior grade) 21.

• Smelting Furnace: Essential equipment for a soul master, used for forging metals. While some materials can be shaped with soul power, hard or soul-power-resistant materials require traditional smelting, purification, and quenching processes assisted by a furnace. Su Luoheng uses it to forge the body of the Ice Rain Sword 20.

Relationships

Character	Relationship	Description
Snow Empress	Apprentice, Protector, Close Companion	Initially a formal contractual relationship where Snow Empress protects Su Luoheng in exchange for transformation. Their relationship deepens through swordsmanship training, mutual understanding, and emotional attachment. Su Luoheng risks his life in matches to avoid disappointing her, eventually addressing her as "Sister Xue" and agreeing to live together for convenience and protection 74 165 198. Snow Empress shows concern beyond the contract, saving him from Xuan Zi and guiding his cultivation 159 198. Their bond becomes increasingly intimate during their travels and sparring; she guards him during his Soul Core breakthrough and recognizes herself as being on his side 271 273.
Xiao Hongchen	Senior Brother, Teammate	A friendly and supportive relationship from the start. Xiao Hongchen treats Su Luoheng as a close junior brother, inviting him to social events and offering help. He initially mistakes Snow Empress for Su Luoheng's girlfriend but accepts the "cousin" cover. They grow closer as teammates during the tournament, with Xiao Hongchen becoming more serious and cooperative after witnessing Shrek's strength 80 95 122 133.
Meng Hongchen	Senior Sister, Teammate	Warm and playful relationship. Meng Hongchen is immediately drawn to Su Luoheng's talent and character, often initiating conversation and teasing him. She also gravitates toward the Snow Empress, feeling an inexplicable closeness, and tries to befriend her. She notices and comments on the bond between Su Luoheng and Snow Empress 80 95 133 190.
Ma Rulong	Captain, Teammate	Respectful and cooperative relationship. As team captain, Ma Rulong acknowledges Su Luoheng's contributions and growth. They discuss strategies and opponents, with Ma Rulong showing concern for Su Luoheng's well-being after the battle with Xuan Zi 122 163.
Ran Yuming	Mentor, Master	A key mentor figure. Ran Yuming recognizes Su Luoheng's potential, provides access to training facilities, and plans to take him on a trip to broaden his horizons as a Soul Engineer. Su Luoheng respects him deeply, and the relationship is one of trust and guidance 96 202. He continues to support Su Luoheng's field training, research into soul tool ruins, and development as a Level 6 Soul Engineer 208 253.
Jing Hongchen	Uncle-Master (formal), Patron	As Hall Master of Mingde Hall and fellow disciple of Su Luoheng's teacher, Jing Hongchen acts as a patron. He rewards Su Luoheng with a thousand-year Soul Bone and expects him to enter Mingde Hall. Their relationship is formal but supportive, based on lineage and talent 52 53.
Kong Deming	Grandmaster, Patron	Ran Yuming's teacher and Su Luoheng's grandmaster. Kong Deming tested Su Luoheng's mastery of soul tool arrays, was impressed by his identification of all fifty-seven arrays in a Level 5 sword, and gifted him the Crimson Plains Battle Robe 193 194. He regards Su Luoheng as a prospective leader of the Sun Moon Empire's future soul tool field 194.
Ran Ruobing	Senior Sister, Research Collaborator	A collaborative relationship focused on Soul Tool research. Su Luoheng assists her experiments by providing Martial Soul Projections, and she leads a research group that he later joins. They share knowledge and work together on integrating Martial Souls and Soul Tools 83 200 201. They later use Projection Loading to study the unique flaws and properties of her Celestial Crystal Sacred Shield martial soul 278.
Xuan Ziwen	Uncle-Master (formal), Research Colleague	A respectful working relationship. Xuan Ziwen is the deputy leader of Ran Ruobing's research group and acknowledges Su Luoheng's contributions to the Sealed Milk Bottle technology. He introduces his disciple Juzi to Su Luoheng 200 201.
Juzi (Ju Zi)	Acquaintance (First Meeting)	A brief initial meeting where Xuan Ziwen introduces his disciple. Su Luoheng views her as a passerby, prioritizing his swordsmanship training with Snow Empress over further interaction 201.
Elder Ma	Mentor, Academy Elder	A mentor figure who guides Su Luoheng in soul ring hunting and tournament preparation. He is perceptive of the dynamics between Su Luoheng and Snow Empress (disguised as cousins) and trusts Su Luoheng's explanations 117 119.
Elder Yin	Teacher (Divine Consciousness)	Su Luoheng's teacher within his divine consciousness. Elder Yin arranged for Snow Empress to protect Su Luoheng and provides guidance. He teases Su Luoheng about his relationship with Snow Empress and offers to refine a spiritual power technique for him 164. He later guides Su Luoheng's understanding of the Golden Dragon Spear and destiny power, though he becomes concerned upon learning of the Eye of Destiny 239 243.
Ji Juechen	Swordsmanship Mentor, Sparring Partner	A highly accomplished swordsman who recognizes Su Luoheng's potential and guides his early sword training. Their relationship develops into one of mutual verification of the sword path, with daily sparring helping Su Luoheng refine his skills 87 90 218.
Zhen Reqing	Senior, Business Manager	Initially a helpful academy senior who guided Su Luoheng during enrollment and assessments, Zhen later becomes the manager of Chaldea. His academy connections resolve the shop's supply problems, and Su Luoheng entrusts him with operations in exchange for a five-percent profit share 16 253.
Xu Jinyu	Friend, Business Partner	Xu Jinyu provides capital for Su Luoheng's soul tool business and helps open Chaldea. Their friendship strengthens through their shared business interests, though Xu Jinyu's imperial position remains precarious 96 219.
Xuan Zi	Antagonist (Snow Empress's adversary)	A Shrek Academy elder who attempts to kill Su Luoheng. Snow Empress engages him in battle to protect Su Luoheng, causing massive destruction. Their confrontation highlights Snow Empress's strength and protective nature, while Xuan Zi shows cunning and ruthlessness 159 160.
Dai Yueheng	Adversary	Dai Yueheng confronts Su Luoheng over his participation on the Sun Moon Academy team. Su Luoheng provokes him by exposing information concerning Dai Hao's affair and Dai Yueheng's disputed parentage, creating open hostility between them 138.

Plot Synopsis

Early Life and Decision to Attend Sun Moon Academy

Su Luoheng's journey began with his martial soul awakening at the Heaven Soul Hall, where he demonstrated maturity and curiosity beyond his years 2. After his spirit power stabilized at level ten and his martial soul fully awakened, he resolved to become a soul master and chose the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy as his path, a decision made by a coin toss 5 10. He traveled to Ming Capital with a merchant caravan led by Wang Chen, a friend of his father, and arrived after five days 10 11.

• Martial soul awakening at Heaven Soul Hall, assisted by family acquaintance Chen Mingxuan.
• Spirit power reaches level ten after a year of accumulation; full awakening of martial soul.
• Decides to enroll at Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy via coin toss.
• Travels to Ming Capital with Wang Chen's caravan; stays at a hotel near the academy.

Enrollment and Entrance Examination

Upon arrival, Su Luoheng learned about the academy's prestige and resources from local conversations 14. The entrance exam began with a preliminary test using a Soul Guidance Physical Examination Instrument to check bone age and soul power; he passed with remarkable results—nine years old and level seventeen soul power 14. In the secondary test, he analyzed a complex third-level soul tool, impressing the recruitment teacher, and was rewarded with a Sun Moon Badge and a modified Ice Cold Sword 16. Senior student Zhen Reqing guided him to his dormitory and explained academy life, including facilities and competitions 16. His talent caught the attention of high-ranking teachers: Elder Ran, a seventh-level soul master, quickly gave him an apprenticeship gift and took him as a disciple, while Lin Jiayi, an eighth-level soul master, also took interest but respected Elder Ran's prior claim 18. Jing Hongchen, the Master of Mingde Hall, was informed and decided to treat Su Luoheng fairly despite his origin from the Heaven Dou Empire 18.

• Passes preliminary test with level seventeen soul power at age nine.
• Analyzes a third-level soul tool, earning a Sun Moon Badge and a modified Ice Cold Sword.
• Guided by Zhen Reqing to dormitory; learns about academy assessments and competitions.
• Elder Ran claims him as disciple; Lin Jiayi and Jing Hongchen recognize his potential.

First Year of Training and Growth

During a sparring session, Su Luoheng discovered a passive ability of his first soul skill that allowed him to analyze an opponent's soul tool in combat 24. He successfully advanced to Second-Year Class One via the freshman advancement assessment 24. Under the focused cultivation of the academy and the guidance of his teacher Ran Yuming, he made rapid progress; after six months, he consumed a Mystic Water Pill and broke through to level twenty soul power at age ten 33. His relationship with Ran Yuming deepened, and he continued to develop both as a soul master and a soul tool craftsman 35. A year later, during a home visit, his family celebrated his achievements, and he had reached Level 2 Soul Tool Master with Level 25 soul power 56. Upon returning to the academy after a year and a half, his soul power had climbed to Level 28, and he had become a certified Level 3 Soul Master, having secretly sold projected soul tools in Ming Capital 57.

• Discovers passive analysis ability of first soul skill during sparring.
• Passes advancement assessment, enters Year 2 Class 1.
• Breaks through to level twenty after six months (age ten).
• Returns home for a visit; family celebrates his progress as a Level 2 Soul Master.
• After a year and a half, reaches Level 28 soul power and becomes a Level 3 Soul Master.

Preparation for the Continental Tournament

Ran Yuming informed Su Luoheng about the upcoming All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Soul Fighting Tournament, and Su Luoheng intensified his training in swordsmanship and soul tool crafting 76. As the tournament departure neared, the official team members raised their morale, and Su Luoheng was called back to the laboratory by Ran Yuming for last-minute preparations 97. For the team's first match, Su Luoheng was assigned to use a bow, serving as long-range support under Elder Ma's strategy 102.

• Learns about the tournament from Ran Yuming; continues intense training.
• Final preparations with team; Su Luoheng designated as archer.

Tournament Preliminaries and Group Stage

The Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy team began the tournament with a decisive victory over Xinghe Advanced Soul Master Academy, where Su Luoheng's archery provided effective support 103. In the next match against Wanling Academy, the opposing team targeted him early, but he successfully defended and countered the assassination attempt, helping his team secure another win 105. The team continued their winning streak, qualifying for the next round with eight consecutive victories 113. During this period, Su Luoheng entered a deep meditation state lasting over half a month, achieving an epiphany about his Sword Heart and a significant breakthrough 113. After emerging, he verified a theory about his martial soul by absorbing a Flame Tiger's soul ring, obtaining a ten-thousand-year soul ring and the Reinforcement Soul Skill, and breaking through to Soul Ancestor level 42 121. In the individual elimination tournament, he used strategic combinations of soul skills and soul tools to defeat Lan Yu, a Soul King, and secured the Sun Moon Team's place in the final four 131. The team easily won their quarterfinal match against Tianyu Advanced Soul Master Academy, with Su Luoheng volunteering to test his strength 123.

• Wins group stage matches: defeats Xinghe Academy with bow support; counters assassination attempt against Wanling; achieves eight consecutive wins.
• Enters deep meditation, gains deeper understanding of Sword Heart.
• Breaks through to Soul Ancestor, absorbs Flame Tiger soul ring, gains Reinforcement Soul Skill.
• In individual elimination, defeats Soul King Lan Yu through tactical play, advancing to final four.
• Quarterfinal victory over Tianyu Academy; Su Luoheng participates in individual competition.

Knockout Stage and Championship Victory

The grand final pitted Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy against Shrek Academy; betting odds favored the Sun Moon team due to their stronger lineup 142. Su Luoheng's powerful demonstration earned him a spot as one of the seven starters 142. In the decisive match, Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong of Shrek executed their Martial Soul Fusion Skill, the Hammer of the Heavenly Emperor, but Su Luoheng countered with his own Martial Soul Fusion Skill, Rho Aias, successfully defending and securing victory for his team 187. The Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy was declared champion of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Soul Fighting Tournament 187. Upon returning to the academy, the team was welcomed as heroes by faculty and students, and Jing Hongchen postponed the award ceremony to allow for rest 192.

• Sun Moon team enters final as favorites; Su Luoheng named starter.
• In the final, Su Luoheng's Rho Aias counters Shrek's Hammer of the Heavenly Emperor, winning the championship.
• Team returns to academy to a hero's welcome; award ceremony scheduled.

Mingde Hall Research and Chaldea

After the tournament, Su Luoheng formally entered the advanced research environment of Mingde Hall. Kong Deming tested his soul tool knowledge and recognized his exceptional ability, while Ran Ruobing recruited him into her research group alongside Xuan Ziwen 193 200. He contributed projected materials and insight toward their work on martial soul and soul tool integration, while also advancing Xuan Ziwen's thinking on Sealed Milk Bottle technology 201.

Su Luoheng later opened the soul tool shop Chaldea with Xu Jinyu's support. Zhen Reqing joined the operation, using his academy network to solve supply problems and becoming the shop's manager 219 253.

• Meets Kong Deming and receives the Crimson Plains Battle Robe 193 194.
• Joins Ran Ruobing's Mingde Hall research group and collaborates with Xuan Ziwen 200 201.
• Reaches Level 6 Soul Engineer status while continuing swordsmanship training 202.
• Opens Chaldea with Xu Jinyu's assistance; Zhen Reqing subsequently manages procurement and operations 219 253.

Journey of the Heart and Soul King Breakthrough

While traveling and searching for the next stage of his Sword Heart, Su Luoheng confronts the realities of suffering, imperial disorder, and Evil Soul Masters. He gradually determines that his path is to pursue justice without sacrificing the innocent, even if he cannot change the world alone 260 263 271. This conviction triggers a prolonged meditation, during which he condenses an unprecedented holy spirit-attribute Soul Core at Soul King rank 271.

Using Unlimited Blade Works' newly revealed capacity to project soul ring structures, Su Luoheng recreates and absorbs a stored thirty-five-thousand-year Crimson Flame Tiger ring, becoming a five-ring Soul King 272. He gains Projection Loading and uses it with the Emperor Sword to temporarily access elements of Snow Empress's physical qualities and swordsmanship 274 275.

• Travels to refine his incomplete Sword Heart and confronts Evil Soul Masters 253 260.
• Resolves to follow a just path without sacrificing innocents 263 271.
• Condenses a holy spirit-attribute Soul Core at Soul King rank 271 274.
• Projects and absorbs a fifth, thirty-five-thousand-year Crimson Flame Tiger soul ring 272.
• Gains Projection Loading and tests its ability to load Snow Empress's attributes and swordsmanship through the Emperor Sword 274 275.