Tang San

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Tang San (唐三)
Alias(es)	Little San
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Notting Academy; Shrek Academy
Occupation/Role	Soul Master; Shrek Academy student
First Appearance	40

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
First Soul Ring — ten-year white ring	46	Accidentally absorbed from a Stinky Dame while fleeing a Datura Snake’s venom; the ring’s medicinal effect helped neutralize the poison.
Second Soul Ring — ten-year white ring	51	Absorbed what was believed to be a Ghost Vine ring, later revealed to be a Thousand-Illusion Vine in disguise.
Rank 10 Soul Master	80	Presented Blue Silver Grass and two white Soul Rings during Shrek Academy’s entrance examination.
Clear Sky Hammer revealed	93	Used his second martial soul during Shrek Academy’s fourth assessment.

Background / History

Tang San enrolled at Notting Academy after Xiao Wu intervened when a doorman initially refused him entry. Her help left him deeply grateful and established their long-running bond. 40

At the academy, Tang San accepted Yu Xiaogang as his teacher, stating that “a teacher for a day” should be regarded as a father for life. His respect was rooted in having lacked paternal affection while growing up. 42

His earliest Soul Ring hunts were disastrous. While trying to save Yu Xiaogang from a Datura Snake, Tang San was bitten and escaped using his movement technique; he later returned to gather antidotal herbs and save his teacher. During this incident, he accidentally gained a ten-year white Soul Ring. 46 A subsequent hunt produced another ten-year white ring after Yu Xiaogang misidentified a Thousand-Illusion Vine as a Ghost Vine. 51

The two poor-quality rings left Tang San feeling inferior and gradually embittered toward Yu Xiaogang’s guidance. 47 51 Tang Hao later condemned Yu Xiaogang’s theories and admitted that he had only permitted the mentorship because of Yu Xiaogang’s powerful background. 158

Tang San traveled with Xiao Wu to Shrek Academy, where his low rank and white rings nearly prevented his admission. He was accepted only after invoking Yu Xiaogang’s letter and connection to the academy’s dean, with Xiao Wu supporting his claim. 58 80 He later revealed the Clear Sky Hammer, confirming that he possesses Twin Martial Souls and a connection to the Clear Sky Sect. 93 94

Personality

Tang San is intensely grateful and loyal toward those who help him, particularly Xiao Wu. Despite repeatedly feeling overshadowed by her strength, he vows to become powerful enough to protect her. 88

He is proud and values his dignity. He initially refused to duel Meng Yiran despite her provocation, and he resents being bound to Yu Xiaogang as a disciple despite losing faith in his teacher. 139

Tang San is protective and can act aggressively toward perceived threats to Xiao Wu and the Zhu sisters. He attacked Dai Mubai out of jealousy and protectiveness, and later beat Oscar for leering at the girls. 67 85

Appearance

Tang San is described as having unusually supple hands due to the effects of the Mysterious Heaven Skill, making his bone age difficult to assess during Shrek Academy’s admission test. 80

• Possesses Blue Silver Grass as one martial soul. 67 80
• Possesses the Clear Sky Hammer as a second martial soul. 93
• His first two Soul Rings are both white, ten-year rings. 69 80

Abilities & Skills

Twin Martial Souls

Tang San possesses Blue Silver Grass and the Clear Sky Hammer. The hammer is regarded by Tang San as vastly stronger than Blue Silver Grass and is tied to his Clear Sky Sect heritage. 88 93

• Blue Silver Grass — his publicly displayed martial soul at Shrek Academy. 67 80
• Clear Sky Hammer — kept secret until the fourth entrance assessment. 93
• Innate Full Soul Power — claimed during Shrek Academy’s entrance examination. 80

Mysterious Heaven Skill

A martial-arts cultivation method that affects Tang San’s body and underpins several of his techniques. 46 80

• Makes his hands exceptionally supple. 80
• Allows him to treat his own injuries. 162
• Supports his hidden-weapon techniques and movement arts. 46 68

Hidden Weapons

Tang San uses concealed weapons with skill and tactical intent.

• Threw white radishes and later hidden weapons to delay a pursuing Datura Snake. 46
• Used a flying knife to attack Dai Mubai. 67
• Used the Godly Zhuge Crossbow against Dai Mubai, though the hotel owner intervened before it could kill him. 68
• Extracted Dragon Beard Needles from Zhao Wuji during their spar. 94

Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track

A rapid movement technique used for evasion.

• Enabled Tang San to flee the Datura Snake after being poisoned. 46
• Allowed him to evade and counter Dai Mubai during their fight. 68

Controlling Crane Capturing Dragon

A technique that produces a pulling force.

• Redirected the Datura Snake’s head briefly, creating an opening for Tang San’s short-sword strike. 46

Poison and Herb Knowledge

Tang San recognizes herbs capable of suppressing Datura Snake venom and can use them in emergencies. 46

• Identified and consumed antidotal wild herbs while fleeing the Datura Snake. 46
• Returned to gather further herbs and detoxify Yu Xiaogang. 46
• Planned to compile a record detailing immortal herbs’ appearances, traits, and uses in hopes of healing Tang Hao. 163

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Twenty-Four Moonlit Bridges — storage item from which Tang San drew white radishes during the Datura Snake encounter. 46
• Godly Zhuge Crossbow — powerful hidden weapon used against Dai Mubai. 68
• Dragon Beard Needles — needles used against Zhao Wuji. 94
• Short sword — used in an unsuccessful attempt to kill the Datura Snake. 46

Relationships

• Xiao Wu — First met Tang San at Notting Academy, where she helped him gain entry. He is deeply devoted to her, later realizes he loves her, and vows to protect her. 40 88 120
• Tang Hao — Father; the Clear Sky Douluo. Tang Hao secretly watches over Tang San, later discusses survival and cultivation with him, and relies on Tang San’s concern during his injuries. 69 158 162
• Yu Xiaogang — Teacher. Tang San initially revered him as a father figure, but resentment developed after Yu Xiaogang’s repeated Soul Ring mistakes. 42 51 139
• Dai Mubai — Initially Tang San’s enemy after competing over Xiao Wu; their relationship improved after Dai Mubai learned of Tang San’s Clear Sky Sect background. 67 94
• Oscar — Rival at Shrek Academy; Tang San beat him after Oscar leered at Xiao Wu and the Zhu sisters. 85 88
• Zhao Wuji — Shrek Academy vice dean and sparring opponent; Tang San injured him with Dragon Beard Needles. 94
• Zhu Zhuyun and Zhu Zhuqing — Fellow Shrek entrants whom Tang San protects alongside Xiao Wu. 85

Story Role / Major Arcs

Notting Academy

• Meets Xiao Wu and enters Notting Academy with her assistance. 40
• Becomes Yu Xiaogang’s disciple. 42
• Gains two disappointing ten-year white Soul Rings through failed hunts and misidentification. 46 51

Shrek Academy Admission

• Travels to Shrek with Xiao Wu. 58
• Clashes with Dai Mubai and reveals his hidden-weapon fighting style. 67 68
• Is admitted despite his poor rings because of Yu Xiaogang’s letter and Xiao Wu’s support. 80
• Reveals the Clear Sky Hammer during the fourth assessment. 93

Clear Sky Heritage and Revenge

• Learns that Tang Hao is the Clear Sky Douluo and that he is a direct descendant of the Clear Sky Sect. 100
• Develops hatred toward Spirit Hall and vows to destroy it someday. 100
• Chooses to begin cultivating the Clear Sky Hammer earlier to keep pace with Xiao Wu’s advancement. 120

Search for a Cure

• Remains with Tang Hao after his father is severely injured and learns why Tang Hao cannot personally teach him. 158
• Pursues knowledge of immortal herbs as a possible means of healing Tang Hao. 162 163
• Parts temporarily from Tang Hao to return to Shrek Academy while Tang Hao seeks the Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng. 164

Notable Quotes

“A teacher for a day, a father for life. You deserve my kneeling salute.” 42

“One day, I'll become a true powerhouse and protect you from all harm.” 88