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Jian Xuan is Sword Pavilion’s finest disciple and a friend of Soul. One of the leading figures of the orthodox Wulin, he is a superb swordsman, and an honest man besides.
Character Overview
Jian Xuan, Sword Pavilion’s finest disciple and a friend of Soul. His swordsmanship is superb and his character upright, and he stands as one of the leading figures of the orthodox Wulin. He and Soul may sit on opposite sides, but the two of them recognize each other for what they are: a friendship of the kind that goes through life and death and comes out the other side.
Background
Jian Xuan was born into Sword Pavilion and trained in its sword arts from childhood — a talent of the sort the school sees once in a century. He met Soul out in the Wulin; the two stood on different sides, yet each saw something in the other worth respecting, and they became friends. Jian Xuan has mastered the Seven Stars Sword Formation, and he is Sword Pavilion’s heir.
Personality
- Upright, and open in everything he does
- A superb swordsman who reveres his masters and honors the tradition
- Holds Soul in rare regard
- Keeps to the orthodox path, and does not bow to evil
Appearance
Jian Xuan is handsome, with the bearing of an honest man, and usually wears the robes of a Sword Pavilion disciple. His gaze is steady, and integrity shows in everything about him.
Abilities
- Mastery of Sword Pavilion’s sword arts
- Command of the Seven Stars Sword Formation
- Swordwork that is straight and unbending, and carries the force of a storm
Relationships
| Character | Relationship |
|---|---|
| Soul | Friend |
| Sword Pavilion | His sect |
| Zuo Shang | Rival |
| Mu Tianmiao | Rival |
Appearances
- Rainblood series
- Phantom Blade series
- Phantom Blade Zero (mentioned)