Gao Genming (simplified: 高根明, traditional: 高根明, pinyin: Gāo Gēnmíng, jyutping: gou1 gan1 ming4) was the fifth disciple of Yue Buqun of the Huashan School. He was known for always carrying an abacus (算盘), which gave him the appearance of a merchant or accountant.
Biography
Gao Genming was trained by Yue Buqun and became the fifth disciple of the Huashan School. He was distinctive among the disciples for always carrying an abacus, which made him stand out and gave him a unique appearance that resembled a merchant or businessman rather than a typical martial artist.
He participated in various sect activities and missions alongside his fellow disciples. During one encounter, when Linghu Chong and others were investigating suspicious activities, Gao Genming was among the disguised Huashan disciples who appeared in a tea house, with his abacus serving as part of his merchant disguise.
Personality & traits
Gao Genming was portrayed as a loyal disciple of the Huashan School. His distinctive trait of carrying an abacus suggests he may have had responsibilities related to managing the sect’s finances or accounts, or it may have simply been a personal habit or preference.
Martial arts abilities
Gao Genming was trained in the Huashan Swordplay by Yue Buqun. While his individual prowess was not extensively detailed, he was a capable disciple who contributed to the Huashan School’s strength.
Relationships
- Yue Buqun: His master.
- Linghu Chong: His senior disciple brother.
- Liang Fa, Shi Daizi: His senior disciple brothers.
Behind the scenes
Gao Genming’s character adds diversity to the Huashan School disciples, with his distinctive abacus making him memorable despite his minor role. His character demonstrates that martial arts sects often include members with various skills and responsibilities beyond pure combat.
See also
- Laughing in the Wind characters
- Yue Buqun – Gao Genming’s master
- Huashan School – Gao Genming’s faction
External links
- Gao Genming (Chinese) on Chinese Wikipedia