Chen Xin

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Chen Xin (尘心)
Alias(es)	Sword Grandpa; Uncle Sword
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Seven Treasures Glazed Sect
Occupation/Role	Titled Douluo; sect protector; Zhao Tian's master
Martial Soul	Seven Kill Sword
Soul Power	Level 96 Super Douluo
Status	Active
First Appearance	Chapter 1

Background / History

Chen Xin was already a level 96 Super Douluo when Zhao Tian awakened the Radiant Phoenix martial soul. He immediately identified Zhao Tian's innate full soul power by sensing his spirit-power fluctuations, confirming the sect's discovery of an extraordinary prodigy. 1

When Gu Rong attempted to recruit Zhao Tian as a disciple, Chen Xin intervened, arguing that Zhao Tian's offensive Radiant Phoenix should learn combat techniques from the Seven Kill Sword. Their dispute was settled when Ning Fengzhi made Zhao Tian a Young Sect Master and shared disciple of Ning Fengzhi, Chen Xin, and Gu Rong. Chen Xin became responsible for sword-related instruction. 2

As Zhao Tian's principal combat mentor, Chen Xin personally led multiple soul-ring hunts, protected him during dangerous absorption attempts, assessed his physical condition, and trained his battle judgment. He also served as a protector for Ning Rongrong, assisting her in acquiring her first soul ring. 3 6 14 43

Appearance

Chen Xin is an elderly man who carries himself with composed authority.

• Often stands with his hands behind his back. 3 14
• Summons a long sword radiating a terrifying sword aura. 2
• Has a beard, which he strokes while considering Zhao Tian's progress. 50

Personality

Chen Xin is direct, proud of his strength, and fiercely protective of the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect. He initially clashes with Gu Rong over Zhao Tian's discipleship, but accepts a shared arrangement for the sect's benefit. 2

As a teacher, he values independent thought, practical combat, sound character, and vigilance. He asks Zhao Tian to formulate his own soul-ring choices and battle plans rather than simply giving orders, while correcting flaws in his reasoning when necessary. 3 21 25

He is deeply affectionate toward Ning Rongrong and places immense faith in Zhao Tian. Chen Xin considers Zhao Tian's talent, temperament, and aptitude the finest he has encountered, believing that becoming a Titled Douluo would only be the beginning of Zhao Tian's potential. 5 36

Abilities & Skills

Super Douluo Cultivation

Chen Xin possesses level 96 soul power, placing him above Gu Rong's level 95 and allowing him to suppress the sect hall with his aura. 2

• Identified Zhao Tian's innate full soul power without a crystal-ball test. 1
• Possesses nine soul rings: yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black, black, black. 2
• His aura can suppress an entire hall. 2
• His spiritual power can search broad areas for suitable soul beasts. 3 5 43

Seven Kill Sword

Chen Xin's martial soul is the Seven Kill Sword, a weapon spirit specializing in lethal offense. He describes it as the world's strongest killing martial soul, with only the Clear Sky Hammer able to contend with it in weapon power. 2

• Projects precise sword qi capable of severely injuring targets without killing them. 6 14
• Instantly incapacitated the five-hundred-year Holy Light Phoenix and eight-hundred-year Crimson Flame Luan Bird. 3 14
• Used sword intent to clear a path through crowds surrounding Zhao Tian in Spirit City. 35
• Can use his sword to carry passengers in flight. 2

Combat Instruction

Chen Xin develops Zhao Tian's independent judgment and combat awareness rather than relying solely on raw strength.

• Encourages Zhao Tian to determine his own soul-ring requirements. 3
• Tests and critiques Zhao Tian's strategies against Huo Wushuang and Feng Xiaotian. 21 25
• Believes true powerhouses are forged through real combat, supporting Zhao Tian's tournament participation. 11
• Recognizes Zhao Tian's ability to coordinate soul rings and adjust tactics mid-battle. 44

Soul Beast Knowledge

Chen Xin has extensive knowledge of soul beasts, ring compatibility, and cultivation risks.

• Recommended the Holy Light Phoenix as a light- and holy-attributed phoenix-bloodline target for Zhao Tian's first ring. 3
• Explained the effects and level restriction of the Jade Marrow Ganoderma. 4
• Identified the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear as an exceptional first-ring choice for Ning Rongrong's power amplification. 5 6
• Researched and presented three possible targets for Zhao Tian's third ring: Bright Sacred Crane, Golden Flame Luan Bird, and Aurora Phoenix Sparrow. 43
• Warned Zhao Tian of the Extreme North's dangers, including its ice attribute's restraining effect on radiant power. 43 44

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Seven Kill Sword — Chen Xin's martial soul and primary weapon; used for sword qi, sword intent, and aerial transport. 2 35
• Nine soul rings — Yellow, yellow, purple, purple, and five black rings. 2

Relationships

• Zhao Tian — Master and personal disciple. Chen Xin competed to take Zhao Tian as a disciple, personally guides his cultivation and hunts, and considers him capable of becoming a peerless powerhouse. 2 3 36
• Ning Rongrong — Affectionate elder figure referred to as “Sword Grandpa.” He comforts, protects, and guides her during her first soul-ring hunt. 3 5 6
• Ning Fengzhi — Fellow leader of the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect. They jointly oversee Zhao Tian's development and discuss the sect's future. 1 9 36
• Gu Rong — Close associate and friendly rival. The two initially compete for Zhao Tian as a disciple, then share responsibility for his training and protection. 2 43 45
• Spirit Hall — Chen Xin recognizes its threat to Zhao Tian and the sect; his and Gu Rong's presence makes an open assassination attempt against Zhao Tian impractical. 16 37

Story Role / Major Arcs

Zhao Tian's Recruitment and First Soul Ring

Chen Xin verifies Zhao Tian's innate full soul power, competes with Gu Rong to recruit him, and ultimately becomes one of his three masters. He then escorts Zhao Tian and Ning Rongrong to Sunset Forest, where he helps Zhao Tian obtain the five-hundred-year Holy Light Phoenix ring. 1 2 3

Ning Rongrong's Advancement

After Zhao Tian gifts Ning Rongrong the Jade Marrow Ganoderma, Chen Xin recognizes her breakthrough to level ten and immediately organizes her first soul-ring hunt. He finds and incapacitates a century-old Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear, enabling Ning Rongrong to gain a 100% power-amplification skill. 5 6

Tournament Mentor

Chen Xin endorses Zhao Tian's participation in Spirit Hall's preliminary tournament, arguing that genuine strength requires real combat. During the event, he observes Zhao Tian's rivals and challenges his tactical assumptions before key matches. 11 19 21 25

Extreme North Expedition

Chen Xin researches Zhao Tian's third-ring options and agrees to accompany him to the Extreme North alongside Gu Rong. He monitors Zhao Tian's condition in the harsh environment, permits him to face the four-thousand-year Aurora Phoenix Sparrow independently, and praises the resulting Radiant Holy Wings. 43 44 45

Continued Support

Chen Xin remains Zhao Tian's adviser as his fame brings political pressure from Spirit Hall and challenges from Yu Tianheng and Feng Xiaotian. He later accompanies Zhao Tian on the hunt for the eighteen-thousand-year Radiant Dragon Sparrow, keeping pace only by flying his Seven Kill Sword at full power after Zhao Tian gains greater speed. 37 49 50

Trivia

• Chen Xin's sword flight is exceptionally fast, but Zhao Tian's Radiant Holy Wings eventually become fast enough that Chen Xin's Seven Kill Sword can barely keep up. 46 50
• He deliberately preserved the Jade Marrow Ganoderma's roots after harvesting it, allowing the herb to continue growing. 5
• Chen Xin speculates that Zhao Tian's exceptional poetry may be memories from a past life, though Ning Fengzhi rejects the idea. 34