Ma Hongjun

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Ma Hongjun (马红俊) 62
Alias(es)	Fatty; Little Ma 62 119
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Shrek Academy; Shrek Seven Devils; Tang Sect elder 107 514
Occupation/Role	Power/Assault System Soul Master; member of the Shrek Team 107 137
Martial Soul	Phoenix; later evolves into the Seven-Headed Fire Phoenix and then the Ten-Headed Phoenix 62 464 548
Status	Active 551
First Appearance	Chapter 62

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Level 21 Great Soul Master	62	Introduces himself as an Assault System Great Soul Master with the Phoenix Martial Soul.
Level 24 Soul Grandmaster	98	Advances two levels over three months, crediting his Martial Soul and Hu Jiu's cultivation carrots.
Level 30 Battle Soul Master	107	Reaches the Soul Ring threshold ahead of schedule under Hu Jiu's guidance.
Level 32 Battle Soul Master	133	His cultivation continues to rise steadily alongside the Shrek students.
Level 33 Battle Soul Master	163	Listed among Shrek's students during the Heaven Dou Royal Academy assessment.
Level 38 Battle Soul Master	175 189	Gains five levels after consuming an immortal herb; his Phoenix Flame evolves and his Evil Fire issue is resolved.
Level 41 Battle Soul Sect	192	Reaches Soul Sect rank after half a year of cultivation at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
Level 44 Battle Soul Sect	247	Improves through practical combat training in the Star Dou Great Forest.
Level 49 Battle Soul Ancestor	274	Nears the Soul King threshold during Shrek's major period of growth.
Level 50 Soul King	312	Reaches Soul King rank before Shrek's match against Blazing Academy.
Level 51 Power Attack Soul King	338	His explosive power is identified as exceptional even among Shrek's high-level members.
Level 53 Power Attack Soul Master	362	Absorbs the Explosive Burning Flame Right Arm Soul Bone, gaining a level and a more explosive aura.
Level 58 Power Attack Soul King	399	Advances by at least three levels during the period following the Soul Master Tournament.
Level 70 Spirit Sage	463	Breaks through alongside Oscar after renewed independent cultivation.
Level 78 Power Attack Spirit Sage	514	Displays seven Soul Rings, including a red seventh ring, while meeting Bai He and Bai Chenxiang.
Level 86	548	His Martial Soul evolves into the Ten-Headed Phoenix, allowing his explosive power to contend with a Titled Douluo.
Level 90 Power Attack Soul Douluo	551	Reaches Soul Douluo rank after the Eight Spider Lances' Soul Power transfer.

Background

A year before formally enrolling at Shrek Academy, Ma Hongjun was brought to the academy by Dean Flender. Academy rules prevented his immediate enrollment, so he lived in the nearby village instead. Dai Mubai initially treated him well because Ma Hongjun was Flender's direct disciple and possessed a Phoenix Martial Soul, but Dai's attitude changed after learning of the Phoenix's flaws and Ma Hongjun's background. 63

His mutated Phoenix Martial Soul gave rise to an Evil Fire problem that severely affected his youth and forced him to seek relief at brothels. The flaw also made him insecure about calling his Martial Soul a true phoenix, especially when Dai Mubai derided it as a “grass chicken.” 62 63 78

Ma Hongjun initially sought protection from Hu Jiu because Dai Mubai's dominance made him uncomfortable. Hu Jiu's cultivation carrots dramatically improved his progress, and Ma Hongjun quickly became fiercely loyal to him. 72 79

Appearance

Before his later Martial Soul evolution, Ma Hongjun is a plump boy with a chubby face and a prominent belly. His Phoenix possession gives him claws, arm feathers, and illusory phoenix wings. 115 133

After refining the Ten-Headed Sun-Scorching Pill, much of his excess weight disappears. His face slims down, firm muscles become visible beneath his clothing, and the Phoenix Martial Soul gives him a more noble bearing. 464

• During Phoenix possession, his mohawk becomes crimson red and fine phoenix feathers cover his body. 514
• His later Phoenix wings become nearly solid, with distinct feather patterns wreathed in scorching flame. 434
• His Seven-Headed Fire Phoenix Avatar manifests as a gigantic crimson bird with seven harmonious heads. 464

Personality

Ma Hongjun is boisterous, impulsive, and proud of his Phoenix Martial Soul's destructive power. He readily picks fights, boasts before battles, and is particularly eager to prove himself when facing stronger opponents. 115 202 398

He is also insecure about his appearance, talent, and Martial Soul defect. Early on, he believes himself inferior to Hu Jiu, Tang San, and Xiao Wu, and he struggles to believe that he can keep pace with them. 78

His lecherous behavior and wandering attention repeatedly cause trouble, particularly with Meng Yiran. Despite this, he can show gratitude, loyalty, and emotional sincerity toward the companions who help him. 138 175 463

Abilities & Skills

Phoenix Martial Soul

Ma Hongjun possesses a mutated Phoenix Martial Soul with extraordinary fire-based explosive power. Its early defect produces Evil Fire, but the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower later resolves this issue and strengthens his flames. 62 172 175

• Has a natural advantage against plant-type Martial Souls. 337
• Exerts innate suppression over avian Martial Souls and can naturally attract them. 514 518
• Its firepower is considered the highest instantaneous burst among Shrek's Seven Devils during his early years. 129
• His endurance is comparatively weaker because his physique emphasizes explosive output rather than sustained exertion. 445

Phoenix Fireline

A fire-breathing attack used frequently in combat.

• Used alongside Dai Mubai to injure Yu Tianheng during the battle against the Imperial Dou Team. 144
• Can be deployed as a ranged attack during team sparring and arena battles. 128 360

Roaring Flame

Ma Hongjun's Third Soul Skill, gained from the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent.

• Creates a dragon-like blaze that grinds through an area roughly five meters wide. 122
• Burns Bu Le during Ma Hongjun's revenge battle. 134
• Has immense destructive power but consumes so much Soul Power that he could initially use it only once per battle. 129

Phoenix Bathed in Fire

A fire-based enhancement skill used to prepare his stronger offensive techniques.

• Combined with Phoenix Howling Heaven Strike against Elephant Armored Academy. 305
• Used alongside Phoenix Fireline during Hu Jiu's training drill. 128

Phoenix Howling Heaven Strike

A powerful offensive Soul Skill unleashed after Phoenix Bathed in Fire.

• Used to capitalize on Tang San's Blue Silver Cage restraint against Elephant Armored Academy. 305
• Lets Ma Hongjun exploit his Phoenix Martial Soul's natural advantage over plant-based opponents. 337

Phoenix Piercing Cloud Strike

A single-target Soul Skill with exceptional explosive force.

• Its instantaneous burst is dangerous enough that even some Soul Douluo would not receive it head-on. 435

Phoenix Spirit Avatar

Ma Hongjun's Martial Soul Avatar manifests him as a phoenix-like combatant with claws and illusory wings.

• He uses it to confront Tailong after receiving Hu Jiu's command. 202
• His later Avatar becomes the Seven-Headed Fire Phoenix True Body. 464

Seven-Headed and Ten-Headed Phoenix Evolution

The Ten-Headed Sun-Scorching Pill, Tang San's Mysterious Heaven Skill, Hu Jiu's Rampage Ginseng, and the team's support allow Ma Hongjun to refine overwhelming fire energy and evolve his Martial Soul into the Seven-Headed Fire Phoenix. 463 464

• The evolution removes much of his excess fat and improves his appearance. 464
• His later evolution changes the Eight-Headed Phoenix into the Ten-Headed Phoenix. 548
• As a Ten-Headed Phoenix, his explosive strength can briefly contend with a Titled Douluo even without support. 548

Equipment / Items

• Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower — immortal herb that boosts his Soul Power and flame effects while resolving his Evil Fire problem. 172 175
• Explosive Burning Flame Right Arm Soul Bone — raises him to Level 53 and further increases his explosive aura. 362
• Ten-Headed Sun-Scorching Pill — ancient fire-attributed treasure given by Tang San; catalyzes his Seven-Headed Fire Phoenix evolution. 463 464
• Hu Jiu's cultivation carrots — substantially accelerate his cultivation and help him advance ahead of schedule. 79 107
• Holy Light Carrots — used to recover from injury and exhaustion. 72 133

Relationships

• Hu Jiu — His benefactor, senior brother, and primary supporter. Hu Jiu prioritizes finding suitable Soul Rings for Ma Hongjun, aids his cultivation, arranges his engagement to Meng Yiran, and repeatedly helps him in crises. 79 119 121 133
• Tang San — Fellow Shrek Devil and close brother-in-arms. Tang San mediates Ma Hongjun's conflict with Dai Mubai, helps him pursue relationships, and gives him the Ten-Headed Sun-Scorching Pill. 63 463 518
• Dai Mubai — Rival and teammate. Dai initially mocks and dominates Ma Hongjun, but they later fight together and share a rough camaraderie. 62 115 408
• Oscar — Close friend and fellow lower-ranked Shrek member. They compete, banter, cultivate together, and break through to Level 70 at the same time. 107 175 463
• Meng Yiran — Fiancée. Their relationship begins with a duel for the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent and Hu Jiu's proposed marriage alliance; their frequent quarrels stem from Ma Hongjun's behavior. 121 124 136
• Bai Chenxiang — Later romantic interest. Tang San and Hu Jiu help Ma Hongjun pursue her by exploiting the Phoenix Martial Soul's attraction toward avian Martial Souls. 514 518
• Flender — Dean and direct master who brought Ma Hongjun to Shrek Academy. 63

Story Role / Major Arcs

Shrek Enrollment and Alliance with Hu Jiu

Ma Hongjun joins the newly expanded Shrek group at Level 21, clashes with Dai Mubai, and turns to Hu Jiu for protection. Hu Jiu's carrots become the basis of Ma Hongjun's accelerated cultivation and loyalty. 62 72 79

Third Soul Ring Hunt

During the Star Dou Great Forest expedition, Hu Jiu insists that the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent is better suited to Ma Hongjun than Oscar. Ma Hongjun defeats Meng Yiran for the right to claim it, absorbs its Soul Ring, and gains Roaring Flame. 119 121 122

Immortal Herb Evolution

He consumes the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower, increasing his level by five, evolving his Phoenix Flame, and resolving the defect that caused his Evil Fire. 172 175

Soul Master Tournament

Ma Hongjun becomes a major offensive member of Shrek Academy. He uses Phoenix Howling Heaven Strike against Elephant Armored Academy, dominates Plant Academy through Phoenix suppression, and reaches Level 51 during the Promotion Tournament. 305 337 338

Sea God Island Training

After falling behind while traveling with Oscar, Ma Hongjun recommits himself to cultivation and reaches Level 70. Tang San then gives him the Ten-Headed Sun-Scorching Pill, leading to his evolution into the Seven-Headed Fire Phoenix. 463 464

Pursuit of Bai Chenxiang

Ma Hongjun seeks Bai Chenxiang's affection with Tang San and Hu Jiu's help. Hu Jiu teaches him to use the Phoenix Martial Soul's innate attraction toward avian Martial Souls, while Tang San arranges for him to work with the Speed Clan. 514 518

Ten-Headed Phoenix

His Martial Soul later evolves into the Ten-Headed Phoenix, raising him to Level 86 and granting him explosive combat strength sufficient to temporarily match a Titled Douluo. 548

Notable Quotes

“Ninth Brother, from now on, you're my real brother! No, closer than a real brother!” 79

“We're Spirit Sages now!” 463

“Haha, die!” 493

Trivia

• Ma Hongjun calls Hu Jiu “Ninth Brother” and openly regards him as someone worth relying on. 72 79
• He initially loses weight reluctantly during Flender's harsh training because he worries about how long it will take to regain it. 72
• His Phoenix Martial Soul's status as the king of avian Martial Souls later becomes central to his pursuit of Bai Chenxiang. 518