Chen Xin

Biodata

Background

Chen Xin is a rank ninety-six Title Douluo of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and a master of the sword Dao. Though affiliated with the sect, he considers himself without a successor and seeks someone capable of inheriting his sword path. 91 92

Together with Gu Rong, Chen Xin serves as one of the sect's two core combat forces. They generally divide their responsibilities so that one guards the sect while the other protects Ning Fengzhi. 121

Ning Fengzhi asks Chen Xin to check on Ning Rongrong after learning that she has joined a different Shrek Academy from the one they originally expected. Chen Xin agrees to make the journey. 86

While traveling from the sect toward Suotuo City to check on Ning Rongrong at Ning Fengzhi's request, Chen Xin notices Shrek Academy's Tiantou City branch. His curiosity deepens after seeing Dugu Bo leave its gates visibly healthier and unusually content. 91 94

Chen Xin senses exceptional sword intent in Ye Xinglan and offers to accept her as his disciple, pledging the sect's resources to her cultivation. She refuses, and En Ci challenges Chen Xin to prove that he is qualified to teach her. 91 92

Abilities & Skills

Title Douluo Cultivation

Chen Xin is a level ninety-six Title Douluo whose offensive power places him among the continent's foremost experts. 92 93

• Possesses nine soul rings: two yellow, two purple, and five black. 92
• Can travel long distances directly through Soul Power without a carriage. 91
• Releases powerful, tangible pressure when fighting at full strength. 92

Seven Kill Sword

Chen Xin's martial soul is the Seven Kill Sword, a crystal-blue sword measuring four feet and three inches, set with nine star-shaped gems. 92

• His sword intent allows him to recognize Ye Xinglan's innate potential as a sword cultivator at a glance. 91
• His attacks condense pure killing intent into Sword Qi. 93
• The martial soul is noted for exceptional offensive strength. 93
• Blocks a shot from Ning Rongrong's Level 2 Soul Guidance Cannon with the Seven Kill Sword. 98
• Defeats a virtual ten-thousand-year Red-Armored Triceratops with a single sword strike. 100

Soul Skills

Chen Xin employs powerful sword-based soul skills in combat.

• Sixth Soul Skill: Kill Character Sword Qi — releases six arcs of black Sword Qi that converge into a massive, killing-intent-filled “kill” character. 93
• Ninth Soul Skill — his strongest documented technique; even this failed to injure En Ci. All nine gems on the Seven Kill Sword illuminate as he channels Soul Power into the blade, producing a “kill” character ten times larger than that of his preceding attack. 93

Power Progression

Story Role / Major Arcs

Attempt to Recruit Ye Xinglan

Chen Xin tries to recruit Ye Xinglan into the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect after recognizing her as a rare sword Dao genius. He argues that she could study at Shrek while receiving sect resources, but Ye Xinglan remains uninterested. 91 92

En Ci challenges Chen Xin to a duel over his qualifications as her potential teacher. Chen Xin unleashes his Seven Kill Sword and soul skills, but En Ci effortlessly blocks his attacks and overwhelms him with a single gesture. Chen Xin accepts the defeat, stating that he has learned much. 93

After apologizing for his presumption, Chen Xin asks En Ci to demonstrate greater power. En Ci reveals white Battle Armor and an aura more than ten times as terrifying as before, further overturning Chen Xin's understanding of the continent's strongest cultivators. His increased recognition of Shrek Academy triggers the system reward of Cao Dezhi as a special teacher. 93

The loss forces Chen Xin to confront his pride and recognize the vast gap between himself and Shrek's hidden experts. Though he regrets losing the chance to teach Ye Xinglan, he considers offering his swordsmanship to Shrek Academy instead. 94

Visit to Ning Rongrong

Chen Xin arrives at Shrek Academy's Suotuo City branch to check on Ning Rongrong. Despite his status, he respectfully announces his visit at the gate and waits rather than forcing his way inside. 96 97

He finds Rongrong healthy, happier, and raised from rank twenty-six to rank twenty-eight. Her progress and confidence reassure him that Shrek is nurturing her well. 98 99

Rongrong shows him her Level 2 Soul Guidance Cannon, which lets a rank twenty-eight support-type Soul Master attack with strength close to a three-ring Soul Elder. Chen Xin is shocked by the academy's Soul Tools, Soul Ascension Pills, Mystic Water Pills, and the resources distributed to every student. 99

Virtual Space and Tang Hao

Chen Xin enters a Virtual Pod and experiences Shrek's simulated Star Dou Great Forest. He recognizes the practical value of its virtual training environment and its ability to provide opponents up to Title Douluo level. 100 101

Inside the virtual space, he encounters the imprisoned and mentally unstable Tang Hao. Chen Xin refuses Tang Hao's plea for rescue, remaining cautious of Shrek Academy's position even when Tang Hao threatens the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. 100

Chen Xin judges that Tang Hao likely brought his imprisonment upon himself by attacking the academy. He also regards Ning Rongrong's enrollment as placing the sect on Shrek's side, making Tang Hao an enemy rather than someone he should rescue. His increased recognition of the academy triggers the system reward of Long Tianwu as a special teacher. 100

After leaving the Virtual Pod, Chen Xin advises Ning Rongrong not to hold back against Tang Hao during training. He also learns about the Soul Beast Tower, which supplies suitable soul rings without hunting real Soul Beasts, and the Spirit Ascension Platform, which can increase soul-ring age. These facilities impress him so deeply that he privately wishes he could join Shrek even as a gatekeeper. 101

Before his departure, Ning Rongrong tells him that Shrek possesses a means to evolve her Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda into the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda. Chen Xin promises the sect's support even if it must empty its treasury, then leaves to inform Ning Fengzhi. 101

Report to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect

After returning to the sect, Chen Xin reports Shrek Academy's strength and resources to Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong. He reveals that En Ci is far stronger than him, that Shrek possesses advanced Soul Tools and virtual training, and that Tang Hao is being detained by the academy. 121

Chen Xin concludes that Shrek's capabilities cannot simply be bought with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's wealth. 122

He also reports that one of Rongrong's classmates possesses the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda and that an Immortal Herb can produce the same evolution in Rongrong. He accompanies Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong in searching the treasury for goods that could be exchanged for Contribution Points, but they find nothing they believe would interest Shrek. Chen Xin doubts the value of offering either Gold Soul Coins or the Heart Separation Control method, reasoning that Rongrong would already have offered the technique if it were useful to the academy. 122

Presence During Shrek's Diplomatic Encounters

Chen Xin accompanies Ning Fengzhi during Qian Daoliu's visit to Shrek Academy. He is immediately alarmed by Qian Daoliu's arrival because Qian Daoliu had previously defeated Chen Xin's father, Chen Jianjun. 141 143

Before the visit, Chen Xin supports Ning Fengzhi's decision to prepare substantial gifts for Shrek and rebukes a disciple who questions the expense. 141

When Qian Daoliu releases his eight black and one red soul rings, Chen Xin estimates that he would not last even three moves against him. He then witnesses Yun Ming defeat Qian Daoliu, confronting the sight of his father's former opponent being overcome by another expert. 144 145

After Yun Ming defeats Qian Daoliu, Chen Xin silently stands with Ning Fengzhi in support of keeping the event confidential and maintaining good relations with Shrek. 145

During the subsequent discussion, Chen Xin and Ning Fengzhi reconsider the capabilities of the Spirit Ascension Platform after Yun Ming attributes his nine hundred-thousand-year soul rings to the academy. They also speculate about Spirit Hall's possible Angel God inheritance before departing for Suotuo City. 146

Later Visits and the Inter-Branch Competition

Chen Xin later accompanies Ning Fengzhi to Shrek Academy's Suotuo City branch to visit Ning Rongrong. He witnesses her happiness at seeing her father and grandfather, while Ning Fengzhi carefully navigates the academy's strict rules and overwhelming influence. 157

During the visit, Chen Xin apologizes to Rongrong for being unable to help her obtain the necessary Contribution Points. He explains that their search of the sect's treasury produced nothing suitable and that the academy does not accept gifts. Rongrong remains determined to earn an Aromatic Silk Beauty herself and evolve her martial soul. 158

During the inter-branch competition, Chen Xin watches Ning Rongrong compete as a support-system Soul Master and is initially concerned that she must face an agility-attack-type opponent alone. 209

Ning Rongrong's victory over Lin Zhichen astonishes him: she enhances herself with her pagoda's Soul Skills, blocks her opponent with her fourth Soul Skill, and defeats him using a hammer. Chen Xin remarks that Gu Rong would be frightened by the transformation of the little girl they watched grow up. 210

He also identifies Ye Zhi to Ning Fengzhi as the Shrek student who possesses the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, a martial soul Chen Xin had previously heard about from Ning Rongrong. 211

While observing Ye Xinglan's match against Luo Guixing, Chen Xin reflects on his former promise that, under his guidance, she would become a Soul Ancestor before turning twenty. Witnessing her reach level fifty-five and display unity between person and sword, he acknowledges that her talent has exceeded his past expectations. 215

He recognizes that he had achieved neither five-ring cultivation nor unity between person and sword at her age, and considers it obvious that her future accomplishments will surpass his own. He also briefly imagines Gu Rong wanting to recruit Luo Guixing because of their shared spatial abilities, only to face the same embarrassment Chen Xin experienced in trying to recruit Ye Xinglan. 215

Ye Xinglan subsequently defeats Luo Guixing after cutting through his spatial Soul Skills and overcoming his strongest attacks, further demonstrating the level of swordsmanship Chen Xin had once hoped to cultivate in her. 216

When the tournament moves to its Virtual Space free-for-all stage, Ning Rongrong has already been eliminated by Wu Siduo after winning twice. Chen Xin reflects that an auxiliary Soul Master might have performed differently with a combat partner. 244

Ning Rongrong's Martial Soul Evolution

When Ning Rongrong returns to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Chen Xin rushes to greet her alongside Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong. She explains that her visit is permitted and that she will study under Ya Li while remaining at Shrek Academy's Suotuo City branch. 265

Rongrong then reveals that she has obtained the Aromatic Silk Beauty through her own efforts and evolved her martial soul into the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda. Chen Xin reacts emotionally and smiles as Ning Fengzhi celebrates the sect's renewed hope. The family's celebration and increased recognition of Shrek accompany system rewards of Long Bing, Ruheng, and Yehui as special teachers. 265

Relationships

• Ning Rongrong — Treats Chen Xin as a grandfather figure and calls him “Grandpa Sword.” He is deeply concerned for her well-being and personally visits Shrek to assess her progress. He promises the sect's full support for her martial soul evolution, later apologizes for being unable to provide useful exchange goods, and celebrates when she achieves the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda through her own efforts. 98 99 101 157 158 265
• Ning Fengzhi — Sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Ning Fengzhi entrusts Chen Xin with checking on Rongrong and later relies on his assessment of Shrek Academy. 94 121
• Gu Rong — Fellow Title Douluo and sect guardian; Gu Rong teases Chen Xin upon his return, then takes his warnings about Shrek seriously. They normally share responsibility for guarding the sect and protecting Ning Fengzhi. 121 122
• Ye Xinglan — A sword genius Chen Xin seeks to accept as his disciple and successor. She rejects his offer; Chen Xin later recognizes that her growth and sword realm have far surpassed the limits he once envisioned for her. 91 92 215
• En Ci — Shrek powerhouse who defeats Chen Xin decisively in their duel, causing Chen Xin to reassess his own cultivation and pride. 92 93
• Dugu Bo — An acquaintance whose improved condition after visiting Shrek first draws Chen Xin's attention to the academy. 91
• Tang Hao — Encounters Chen Xin in Shrek's virtual space and begs for help; Chen Xin refuses to intervene. 100
• Qian Daoliu — A powerful figure who previously defeated Chen Xin's father, Chen Jianjun; Chen Xin is wary of him during his visit to Shrek. 141 143
• Chen Jianjun — Chen Xin's father, who was defeated by Qian Daoliu. 143
• Ye Zhi — A Shrek student with the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda. Chen Xin informs Ning Fengzhi that she is the student he had previously mentioned after learning of her martial soul from Ning Rongrong. 211
• Yun Ming — Shrek's Star Luo Branch dean, whose victory over Qian Daoliu deeply affects Chen Xin and reinforces his recognition of the academy's overwhelming strength. 143 144 145

Trivia

• Chen Xin initially mistakes Shrek Academy's branches in Tiantou City and Suotuo City for unrelated schools sharing the same name. 91 94
• He repeatedly feels that Shrek's technology and resources have left him unable to “keep up with the times.” 99
• Chen Xin recognizes Xiao Wu as a transformed hundred-thousand-year Soul Beast but does not act against her. He considers sharing the information with Shrek as an investment in their relationship rather than pursuing her soul bone himself. 101
• After learning that Rongrong has a classmate with the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, he asks Ning Fengzhi whether he has an illegitimate son. Ning Fengzhi denies having any unacknowledged child. 101 122

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