Benxiang (simplified: 本相, traditional: 本相, pinyin: Běn Xiàng) was a senior monk at Tianlong Temple and a master of the Spirit Blades of Six Meridians, specializing in the Shaochong Sword technique.
Biography
Benxiang was one of the senior monks at Tianlong Temple in the Dali Kingdom. He was the elder brother of Abbot Benyin and served as one of the temple’s most respected martial arts masters. Benxiang was known for his mastery of the Spirit Blades of Six Meridians, specifically the Shaochong Sword technique.
As a member of the temple’s leadership, Benxiang participated in important decisions regarding the temple’s martial arts and spiritual practices. He was involved in the training and development of the Spirit Blades of Six Meridians techniques, working alongside other senior monks to preserve and pass on the temple’s most valuable martial arts knowledge.
Personality and traits
Benxiang was a wise and experienced monk who demonstrated strong leadership qualities within the temple community. He was thoughtful and contemplative, often taking time to consider situations carefully before making decisions. His approach to martial arts training reflected his commitment to both spiritual development and practical skill mastery.
Martial arts abilities
Benxiang was a master of the Spirit Blades of Six Meridians, specializing in the Shaochong Sword technique. This technique focused on the little finger and was part of the temple’s most advanced martial arts system. His skills were sufficient to participate in coordinated attacks against powerful opponents, demonstrating the temple’s martial arts tradition.
Relationships
Benxiang was the elder brother of Abbot Benyin and worked closely with other senior monks including Benguan and Bencan. He maintained the traditional master-disciple relationships common in Buddhist practice and was respected by the temple’s leadership and members. His relationship with the temple’s martial arts training program was one of guidance and instruction.
Behind the scenes
Benxiang appeared in multiple scenes, primarily in the context of martial arts training and temple leadership. His appearances showed him participating in the development and practice of the Spirit Blades of Six Meridians techniques, working alongside other senior monks to maintain the temple’s martial arts tradition.
Portrayals
No known adaptations have specifically featured Benxiang as a prominent character.
See also
- Tianlong Temple – His temple
- Spirit Blades of Six Meridians – His martial art
- Benyin – His brother and abbot
- Benguan – His fellow monk
- Bencan – His fellow monk
- Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils characters