Saviour of the Soul

A famed mercenary who captures criminals for a living and balances a burgeoning romance with May-kwan against the perilous world around him. He is a skilled swordsman who trains Wai-heung and pursues May-kwan relentlessly, driven by commitment and tactical wit even as danger closes in. His loyalty to his lovers and his code pushes him into confrontations that test both heart and blade.

A central love interest torn between Ching and Siu-chuen, whose feelings drive much of the conflict. She loves Ching while entangled with the dangerous schemes of the Green Dragon Society, and her fate becomes a catalyst for both action and sacrifice. Her resolve and vulnerability shape the emotional arc of the story.

A charismatic mercenary and May-kwan’s suitor who proposes to her, creating the love triangle at the story’s center. His courage is evident as he intervenes to protect May-kwan, which ultimately costs him his life at the hands of Silver Fox. His actions reflect a blend of loyalty and passion that drives the plot forward.

The vengeful antagonist aligned with the Green Dragon Society, bent on destroying May-kwan and exacting retribution. He wields supernatural drugs and engages in brutal combat, posing a constant threat to the protagonists. His schemes push Ching to extreme measures in a battle of wits and skill.

Siu-chuen’s younger sister who becomes Ching’s trainee and ally. She navigates a world of danger while harboring a budding crush on Ching, learning swordplay and gaining a role in the confrontation against Silver Fox. Her growth mirrors the film’s themes of mentorship and love.

A powerful figure who hosts a martial arts contest to select a husband, representing status, control, and danger. She exerts influence over key events and ultimately decides May-kwan’s fate, influencing whether the couple can find a life together. Her involvement adds an element of theatrical authority to the battles.

A top competitor in the Madam of Pets’ contest, emblematic of the martial arts challenge and the cutthroat competition surrounding power and desire. His presence tests Ching’s resolve as he fights to secure the right outcome amidst chaos. He represents the tangible dangers within the contest’s fiery environment.

May-kwan’s sister who plays a duplicitous role by deceiving Ching to achieve her own aims, contributing to the film’s twists. Her actions reveal the complexity of family ties and loyalty within a world of deception. Her presence adds to the web of misdirection surrounding the lovers.

A veteran member of the Green Dragon Society who becomes entangled in the vengeance narrative after May-kwan’s earlier actions. His involvement embodies the triad politics at the heart of the film’s conflict. He embodies the legacy and danger of a world where power and payback intersect.

A seasoned martial arts master figure who embodies the film’s technical prowess and leadership in combat. He contributes to a sense of tradition and mastery within the fighting sequences. His presence anchors the action with depth and expertise.