Duan Zhengxing (simplified: 段正兴, traditional: 段正興, pinyin: Duàn Zhèngxīng, jyutping: dyun6 zing3 hing1) was a member of the Dali Kingdom royal family, part of the Duan Clan of Dali. He was the father of Duan Zhixing, who later became known as Great Master Yideng and one of the Five Greats.
Biography
Duan Zhengxing was a member of the Dali royal family during the events of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils. As a member of the Duan Clan, he would have been related to the ruling family, including Duan Zhengming (Emperor Baoding) and Duan Zhengchun (Prince of Zhennan).
Father of Duan Zhixing
Duan Zhengxing was the father of Duan Zhixing, who would later become known as Great Master Yideng (一灯大师) and one of the Five Greats in The Legend of the Condor Heroes. Duan Zhixing ruled Dali and later abdicated to become a monk, becoming one of the most powerful martial artists of his generation.
Personality and traits
As a member of the Dali royal family, Duan Zhengxing would have been raised in the royal court, likely receiving education and training in both governance and martial arts, consistent with the traditions of the Duan Clan.
Relationships
Duan Clan
Duan Zhengxing was a member of the Duan Clan of Dali, the ruling family of the Dali Kingdom. He would have been related to other members of the royal family, including Duan Zhengming, Duan Zhengchun, and Duan Yu.
Son: Duan Zhixing
Duan Zhengxing was the father of Duan Zhixing, who would later become Great Master Yideng and one of the Five Greats. This familial connection links the Dali royal family across multiple generations in Jin Yong’s novels.
Behind the scenes
Duan Zhengxing appears in Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils as a member of the Dali royal family. His character is particularly significant as the father of Duan Zhixing, connecting the events of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils with The Legend of the Condor Heroes through this family lineage.
Portrayals
Duan Zhengxing has been portrayed in various adaptations of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils.
See also
- Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils characters
- Duan Clan of Dali — His family
- Dali Kingdom — His kingdom
- Duan Zhixing — His son, who became Great Master Yideng