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Gao Kexin

Gao Kexin

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Gao Kexin (simplified: 高克新, traditional: 高克新, pinyin: Gāo Kèxīn, jyutping: gou1 hak1 san1), known as “Golden-haired Lion” (锦毛狮), was a member of the Songshan School’s “Thirteen Taibao of Songshan” (嵩山十三太保) and a junior brother of Zuo Lengchan. He was known for his loyalty to Zuo Lengchan’s ambition to dominate the Five Mountains Sword Alliance.

Biography

Gao Kexin was one of Zuo Lengchan’s trusted subordinates, serving as the sixth junior brother among the Thirteen Taibao. He was deeply involved in Zuo Lengchan’s schemes to merge the Five Mountains Sword Alliance under Songshan’s control.

Attempt to steal the Evil-Warding Sword Manual

Gao Kexin, along with Deng Bagong and others, ambushed Yue Lingshan and Lin Pingzhi in an attempt to steal the Evil-Warding Sword Manual. However, Yue Lingshan used advanced sword techniques she had learned from the carvings on Siguo Cliff, which proved superior to their attacks.

Five Mountains Alliance merger

During the Five Mountains Alliance merger ceremony, Gao Kexin, as one of the Thirteen Taibao, participated in various schemes to ensure Songshan’s dominance. He was eventually blinded by Yue Buqun’s Evil-Warding Swordplay during the merger ceremony, suffering a similar fate to many other Songshan masters.

Personality & traits

Gao Kexin was portrayed as a ruthless and loyal enforcer of Zuo Lengchan’s will. He was willing to use any means necessary, including ambushes, to achieve Songshan’s goals. His loyalty to Zuo Lengchan was absolute.

Martial arts abilities

Gao Kexin was proficient in the Songshan Swordplay, the signature martial art of his school. While his individual prowess was not extensively detailed, he was considered a capable fighter among the Thirteen Taibao.

Relationships

  • Zuo Lengchan: His senior brother and leader, to whom he was fiercely loyal.
  • Deng Bagong: His fellow junior brother and partner in various schemes.
  • Yue Buqun: His ultimate adversary, who blinded him during the Five Mountains Alliance merger.

Behind the scenes

Gao Kexin’s character represents the ruthless enforcers within the Songshan School who carried out Zuo Lengchan’s ambitious plans. His eventual blinding serves as a stark reminder of the brutal consequences of the power struggles in the jianghu. His character highlights the themes of loyalty, ambition, and the tragic consequences of sectarian conflict.

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