Ma Hongjun

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Ma Hongjun (马红俊)
Alias(es)	Little Fatty; Dai Long; Sun Wukong 41 60 96
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Shrek Academy; Shrek Team (captain) 185
Occupation/Role	Soul Master; Shrek Team captain; later a Title Douluo 245
Status	Active; later forms a group named Shrek in the God Realm 245
First Appearance	Chapter 1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Martial Soul awakening period	2	Gains the Sign-in System and receives the Acnologia Martial Soul, Irene's remnant soul, a thousand-year Earth Dragon Soul Ring, a spatial ring, and 1,000 Gold Soul Coins.
Level 15	48	Breaks through after enduring Tang Hao's overwhelming Soul Power pressure; his physique also strengthens further.
Level 20 limit	59	Refines the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower Immortal Herb, cleansing his Evil Fire and raising his Soul Power to its current level cap.
Soul Grandmaster	73	Reveals that his Soul Power has reached the Soul Grandmaster realm despite his age.
Level 49 / Soul Ancestor	108 118	Reaches level 49 after five years of combat training; displays a yellow, purple, black, black soul-ring configuration.
Soul King	160	Advances to the Soul King realm, opening a twenty-level gap over Tang San at the time.
Level 54	178	Fights at the Great Soul Arena with Soul Power at level 54.
Level 56	224	Had already reached Rank 56 half a year before meeting Xue Qinghe.
Soul Emperor	224 228	Reveals Soul Emperor-level strength at age thirteen, shocking Xue Qinghe/Qian Renxue.
Title Douluo	245	Uses a Soul Power Upgrade Card and Soul Ring Age Increase Card to reach the Title Douluo level.

Background / History

Ma Hongjun was originally Ma Jun, an Earth transmigrator who awakened in the Douluo Continent under the name Ma Hongjun. After learning that his village's Martial Souls were generally poultry-type, he realized he had likely become the Ma Hongjun he knew from the anime and became concerned about the dangerous Evil Fire attached to that identity. 1

At six years old, shortly before his Martial Soul awakening, he obtained the Sign-in System. Its first rewards gave him the Acnologia Martial Soul, Irene's remnant soul, a thousand-year Earth Dragon Soul Ring, a spatial ring, and Gold Soul Coins, fundamentally changing his prospects. 2

His early growth was marked by conflicts with Tang San and Tang Hao. He defeated Tang San despite Tang San using the Clear Sky Hammer and hidden weapons, then survived Tang Hao's attempt to crush him through overwhelming Soul Power pressure. 38 44 45 The Black Dragon Martial Soul briefly seized control when Tang Hao developed killing intent, deflecting Tang Hao's Soul Power hammer. 45

Seeking a cure for his Evil Fire, Ma Hongjun traveled to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well. There, he refined the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower Immortal Herb, cleansing the Evil Fire and improving both his Soul Power and Phoenix flames. He later built a cooperative relationship with Dugu Bo by sharing his knowledge of the well's Immortal Herbs. 59 65

Over five years, Ma Hongjun focused less on raising Soul Power and more on sparring with Irene to refine his combat methods. During this period, he learned to initially control the berserk power of his Black Dragon Martial Soul. 108

Appearance

Ma Hongjun is a red-haired youth whose appearance and bearing changed drastically over time. Once known as “Little Fatty,” he later grows into an exceptionally handsome young man with a striking presence. 41 140 176

• Fiery red hair. 140
• Originally known for his chubby appearance and the nickname “Little Fatty.” 41 140
• His Evil Fire Phoenix possession surrounds him in intense flames, making him resemble a human torch. 44
• His Black Dragon Martial Soul manifests as a black dragon phantom accompanied by a dragon's roar and oppressive aura. 153

Personality

Ma Hongjun is pragmatic and highly guarded about knowledge that could endanger him. After transmigrating, he recognizes that powerful factions and individuals can be ruthless, so he avoids exposing information that could make him a target. 1

He is confident to the point of being provocative against opponents such as Yu Tianheng, Tai Tan, and Tang Hao. However, his confidence is rooted in a clear assessment of his abilities, preparations, allies, and summoning cards rather than simple recklessness. 72 133 205

Despite his harshness toward enemies, Ma Hongjun is deeply protective of people he considers his own. He protects Xiao Wu after learning her true identity, assists Zhu Zhuqing through her family crisis, and returns to Ma Family Village to defend Sith and the villagers. 51 123 166 He also releases captured Spirit Hall personnel after the final conflict rather than ordering their deaths. 245

Abilities & Skills

Evil Fire Phoenix Martial Soul

Ma Hongjun's primary Martial Soul is the mutated Evil Fire Phoenix, a top-tier fire Martial Soul whose offensive power is considered comparable to the Clear Sky Hammer. 44

• Produces exceptionally intense Phoenix flames and heat. 44 72
• Its Evil Fire problem is cleansed by the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower Immortal Herb. 59
• Its purified Phoenix flames become stronger and are stated not to lose to other top-tier Martial Souls. 72
• His Phoenix aura can suppress weaker beast-type Martial Souls through superior-soul-beast pressure. 185

Black Dragon King Acnologia Martial Soul

His second Martial Soul originates from the Sign-in System's Acnologia reward. It constantly strengthens his body and provides him with a destructive, dragon-like power that initially proved difficult to control. 2 194

• Greatly enhances his physical strength, speed, defense, and recovery. 9 68 194
• Can enter a berserk state in which Acnologia's consciousness influences or takes control of him. 45 108
• Ma Hongjun later gains initial control over Berserk Mode, allowing him to exert power beyond his displayed Soul Power level. 108
• Provides broad suppression against Soul Masters of different attributes and can absorb attacks of all attributes. 108
• Its defenses have limits; attacks beyond a certain threshold can still injure him. 108
• His first known Black Dragon soul ring is purple; he later upgrades it into a Beast Soul Ring. 153 245

Phoenix Soul Skills

• Phoenix Fire Line — A concentrated line of flame capable of rapidly defeating lower-level opponents and breaking through defensive formations. 179 184
• Phoenix Sky-Shattering Strike — A powerful hundred-thousand-year fire skill that severely injures Tai Tan and easily destroys the defenses of a plant-type Soul Master. 185 205
• Phoenix Eye — A spiritual suppression skill that overwhelms an opponent's mind and causes fear in their Martial Soul. 185

Combat Mastery

The Advanced Combat Experience Book grants Ma Hongjun superb combat ability, allowing him to exceed Tang San's practical fighting skill despite Tang San's Tang Sect techniques. 37

• Uses his speed, instincts, and physical strength to control combat rhythm. 74 93
• Can identify opponents' Soul Power levels and analyze their weaknesses. 183
• Defeated Yu Tianheng in a direct duel while withholding his second soul ring. 73 75
• Can contend with Soul Emperor-level opponents before reaching that realm himself. 125 185
• Defeated multiple Soul King- and Soul Ancestor-level opponents in a single exchange during the Iron Armor Team battle. 185

Recovery and Physical Endurance

Ma Hongjun's body is repeatedly tempered by the Black Dragon Martial Soul and the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well. 59 68

• Recovers quickly from injuries that would incapacitate ordinary Soul Masters. 68
• Can withstand Soul Power pressure far beyond his realm, including Tang Hao's and Tai Tan's. 48 205
• His body is described as strengthened to an inhuman level after years of Black Dragon nourishment. 162

Sign-in System and Summoning

The Sign-in System grants Ma Hongjun martial souls, soul rings, cards, currency, herbs, and other unusual resources. 2 93 108

• Temporary Summoning Card — Summons Erza using Irene's remnant soul as the medium. 60
• Random Summoning Card — Summons Wendy Marvell to assist against Er Ming. 96
• Summoning Cards — Allow him to call powerful allies, including figures he claims can surpass Erza's demonstrated strength. 133
• Soul Power Upgrade Card and Soul Ring Age Increase Card — Used at the finale to elevate him to Title Douluo and upgrade his Black Dragon's first ring into a Beast Soul Ring. 245

Equipment / Items

• Spatial ring — Received from his first village sign-in. 2
• Irene's remnant soul — A System reward; later used as a summoning medium for Erza. 2 60
• Irene's Soul Bone — Enhances Ma Hongjun's senses and defense against ambushes. 93
• Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower Immortal Herb — Consumed to purify his Evil Fire and raise his Soul Power. 59
• Soul Ring Age Increase Card — Used to create a Beast Soul Ring for his second Martial Soul. 245
• Soul Power Upgrade Card — Raises him to the Title Douluo level. 245

Relationships

• Irene — Her remnant soul is one of Ma Hongjun's earliest System rewards. She acts as a powerful mentor-like figure, suppresses his Evil Fire, and spars with him for years; Ma Hongjun aims to eventually surpass her. 2 56 108
• Xiao Wu — Ma Hongjun learns and protects her identity as a hundred-thousand-year Soft Bone Rabbit. They become a couple, and he later rescues her from Er Ming's custody. 51 129 166
• Zhu Zhuqing — He saves and supports her during her conflict with the Zhu family and Dai Mubai. They openly acknowledge mutual feelings, though Ma Hongjun is conscious that he already has other relationships. 115 123 133
• Dugu Yan — His girlfriend and frequent battle partner; her support skills enhance his speed and strength in combat. 103 162
• Dugu Bo — Initially confrontational after meeting at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, but becomes Ma Hongjun's ally and protector after witnessing his abilities and receiving his knowledge of Immortal Herbs. 60 65 68
• Flender — Ma Hongjun's Shrek Academy teacher, who recognizes his abnormal physical strength early and resolves to take him as a disciple. 9
• Tang San — A longstanding rival whom Ma Hongjun defeats early on; Tang San continues trying to overcome the widening gap between them. 38 140 160
• Tang Hao — Tang San's father attempts to suppress and kill Ma Hongjun after recognizing his potential, creating a lasting grudge. 44 45 48
• Ning Rongrong — Ning Fengzhi questions Ma Hongjun directly about his relationship with Rongrong and warns him not to hurt her. 198
• Qian Renxue / Xue Qinghe — Ma Hongjun sees through her Crown Prince disguise. Their relationship develops into a secret power struggle, with each intending to conquer the other. 228 232
• Erza — A summoned protector who stands beside Ma Hongjun against Dugu Bo and later confronts Tang Hao. 60 155
• Wendy Marvell — A summoned ally with whom Ma Hongjun shares a master-student dynamic. 96
• Dimaria — A summoned Knight of War who follows Ma Hongjun's orders and defeats three Title Douluo-level opponents. 245

Story Role / Major Arcs

Transmigration and System Acquisition

• Realizes he has become Ma Hongjun and begins planning around the danger of the Evil Fire Phoenix. 1
• Obtains the Sign-in System and the Acnologia Martial Soul before his awakening. 2

Tang San and Tang Hao Conflict

• Defeats Tang San despite Tang San's Clear Sky Hammer and hidden weapons. 38
• Faces Tang Hao's pressure, survives his killing intent, and develops a lasting enmity with him. 44 45 48
• Later withstands Tang Hao again with the backing of Erza and Irene. 153 156

Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well

• Travels to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well to resolve his Evil Fire problem. 56
• Refines the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower and gains access to Immortal Herbs. 59
• Turns Dugu Bo from a hostile obstacle into an ally through knowledge, strength, and shared interests. 60 65 68

Shrek Team Leadership

• Demonstrates superiority over Yu Tianheng in a direct duel. 73 75
• Returns to Shrek after five years of training with Irene, possessing level 49 Soul Power and combat power beyond his realm. 108 118
• Leads Shrek in Soul Arena matches and overwhelms teams such as the Iron Armor Team. 184 185

Elite Soul Master Tournament

• Reveals Soul Emperor-level strength during the tournament, decisively defeating the Elephant Armor Team without needing Martial Soul Possession. 236
• Helps Shrek Team win the Elite Spirit Master Tournament, making Shrek Academy famous across the continent. 245

Finale

• Summons Dimaria, who defeats Golden Crocodile Douluo and two other Title Douluo-level opponents. 245
• Spares the captured Spirit Hall personnel rather than killing them. 245
• Uses System cards to become a Title Douluo and strengthens the soul-ring foundation of his Black Dragon Martial Soul. 245
• Sets his ambition on becoming the strongest person on the Douluo Continent and ultimately a god. 245

Notable Quotes

“Try not to die.” 179

“What is Tang Hao worth?” 206

Trivia

• Ma Hongjun's original name before transmigration was Ma Jun; the difference of one character becomes central to his realization that he has become the Douluo Continent's Ma Hongjun. 1
• His second soul ring being thousand-year level already shocked Flender, while his later third and fourth ten-thousand-year rings further defied conventional Soul Master expectations. 11 118
• By the Soul King stage, he possesses two hundred-thousand-year soul rings, a configuration that enrages and shocks Qian Renxue. 226
• He forms a group named Shrek in the God Realm ten years after the main finale. 245