Ding Jian (simplified: 丁坚, traditional: 丁堅, pinyin: Dīng Jiān, jyutping: ding1 gin1), known as “One Lightning Sword” (一字电剑), was a servant of the Four Friends of Jiangnan at Plum Manor (梅庄). He was a sword expert who served alongside Shi Lingwei.
Biography
Ding Jian was a servant at Plum Manor, where the Four Friends of Jiangnan were stationed to guard the imprisoned Ren Woxing. Despite being a servant, Ding Jian was a skilled martial artist, earning the epithet “One Lightning Sword” for his fast sword techniques.
Encounter with Linghu Chong
When Linghu Chong and Xiang Wentian visited Plum Manor, Ding Jian was among those who tested Linghu Chong’s martial arts skills. He demonstrated his “One Lightning Sword” technique, which was known for its speed and precision.
Personality & traits
As a minor character, Ding Jian’s personality is not deeply explored. He was presumably a loyal servant who carried out his duties at Plum Manor. His epithet suggests he was known for his fast and precise sword techniques.
Martial arts abilities
Ding Jian was a sword expert, known for his “One Lightning Sword” (一字电剑) technique. Despite being a servant, his martial arts skills were considerable, earning him recognition within the martial arts world. His technique was characterized by its speed and precision.
Relationships
- Huangzhonggong, Heibaizi, Tubiweng, Danqingsheng: The Four Friends of Jiangnan, whom he served.
- Shi Lingwei: His fellow servant at Plum Manor.
- Ren Woxing: The prisoner whom the Four Friends were guarding.
Behind the scenes
Ding Jian’s character serves to demonstrate that even servants in the jianghu could be skilled martial artists. His presence at Plum Manor helps to flesh out the setting and shows the level of security that was maintained around Ren Woxing’s imprisonment. His character contributes to the portrayal of Plum Manor as a place where martial arts skills were valued regardless of social status.
See also
- Laughing in the Wind characters
- Four Friends of Jiangnan – Ding Jian’s masters
- Shi Lingwei – Ding Jian’s fellow servant
External links
- Ding Jian (Chinese) on Baidu Baike (Note: The Baidu Baike entry may refer to other individuals. The content used for the article is based on the novel’s context.)