Xiao Yan

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Xiao Yan (蕭炎)
Alias(es)	Yan Xiao; Flame Venerable; Flame Emperor
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Xiao Clan; Starfall Pavilion; Pan Gate; Endless Fire Territory
Occupation/Role	Cultivator; Alchemist; Xiao Clan descendant; co-leader of the Endless Fire Territory
Status	Alive
First Appearance	16

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Dou Qi Stage Five	23	Reached within half a month through intensive cultivation under Yao Lao, assisted by Nurturing Spirit Liquid; learned the Profound High-Rank technique Eight Extremities Collapse. 23
Eight-Star Dou Zhe	60	Revealed his restored strength to the Xiao Family, shocking Wutan City. 60
Nine-Star Dou Zhe	73	Reached at age sixteen during the Xiao Family Coming-of-Age Ceremony. 73
Three-Star Dou Ling	257	Advanced after a month of secluded cultivation in the Heavenly Flame Refining Gas Tower. 257
One-Star Dou Huang	319	His strength rose to Dou Huang level; he used four-color Heavenly Flame to oppose the Black-Robed Man's black energy. 319
Four-Star Dou Zun	492	Recognized after winning the Pill Gathering and refining a Grade Eight pill with seven-colored Pill Lightning. 492
Eight-Star Dou Zun	576	Broke through in Xiao Xuan's blood pool within the Heavenly Tomb. 576
Nine-Star Dou Zun	576	Immediately crossed the Eight-Star bottleneck; his physical body and Heaven Realm soul supported the rapid advancement. 576
Dou Sheng	667	Recovered from severe injuries and crossed Half-Saint to enter the Dou Sheng realm in one leap. 667
Three-Star Dou Sheng	750	Reached after receiving the Yan Clan's assistance. 750
Dou Di	876	Created the Xiao World and prepared to awaken the Xiao Clan's ancestors. 876
Sixth Grade Supreme	909	Fought Eighth Grade Supreme Qing Ming to a standstill before defeating him with the Crimson Remnant Page. 909 910
High Earth Supreme	1030	Advanced after refining the Dragon Jade and sensing the Emperor Flame. 1030
Earth Supreme Great Perfection	1058	Reached alongside Yao Wan as the Azure Profound Flame Region expanded. 1058
Heaven Supreme	1086	Confirmed as a Heaven Supreme and co-leader of the Endless Fire Territory with Yao Wan. 1086

Background / History

Xiao Yan was once the celebrated genius of the Xiao Family, but lost his talent and spent two years enduring the consequences of his fall from grace. The experience tempered the arrogance he had developed as a child prodigy; after regaining his strength, he became more composed and determined. 60

Under Yao Lao's guidance, Xiao Yan resumed cultivation, rapidly rebuilt his Dou Qi, and began learning advanced Dou Techniques. Yao Wan's materials, pills, and support were also central to his recovery, giving him the resources needed to rise again. 23 59 60

After proving himself at the Xiao Family's Coming-of-Age Ceremony, he left Wutan City with the Mystic Heavy Ruler to temper himself in the wider world. 73 97 His travels brought him to Green Mountain Town, where he became involved with the Little Fairy Doctor and the conflict with the Wolf Head Mercenary Group. 108 111

He later entered Canaan Academy, became a prominent Inner Academy student, and took responsibility for Pan Gate. While there, he refined pills, developed connections, and pursued the Fallen Heart Flame. 220 257 262 283

Personality

Xiao Yan is calm under pressure and rarely allows a stronger opponent's reputation to intimidate him. Even as a Nine-Star Dou Zhe, he was willing to confront the Two-Star Dou Shi Mu She; later, he challenged Lei Xiao despite the latter's dominance over other Eight Clans prodigies. 108 111 527

His early experiences made him more mature than the spoiled genius he had once been. He is diligent in cultivation, takes responsibility for problems involving his companions, and is willing to fight enemies far above his realm when necessary. 60 249 469

He is also emotionally dense at times, particularly regarding Xun'er's early affection, but becomes increasingly direct about his feelings for Yao Wan. 17 60 293 Around trusted companions, he can be playful, teasing, and persistent. 261 374 974

Appearance

Xiao Yan is commonly recognized by his black clothing, dark-red eyes, and youthful appearance. 611

• Usually carries the Mystic Heavy Ruler on his back. 97
• Possesses a strongly fire-aspected aura. 319
• Develops purple-gold, scale-like patterns when using the Glass Body Sculpting Art. 541 561
• Later gains Scarlet Golden Wings after refining Demon Phoenix wings. 697 701

Abilities & Skills

Alchemy

Xiao Yan is an exceptional alchemist whose pill refinement repeatedly advances both his own cultivation and the capabilities of his allies.

• Refined the Soul Fusion Pill with Yao Lao's assistance. 249 257
• Produced Dou Ling Pills and used alchemy to support Pan Gate's pharmacy. 262 283
• Won the Pill Gathering and refined a Grade Eight pill that attracted seven-colored Pill Lightning. 492
• Successfully refined a Grade Eight Seven-Colored Pill in the Yao Clan. 541
• His Heaven Realm soul breakthrough marked him as a potential Ninth Grade Alchemist. 584
• Offered healing pills to injured powerhouses after defeating the Nether Blood Demon Emperor. 1100

Heavenly Flames

Xiao Yan wields and refines multiple Heavenly Flames, making fire his defining combat specialty.

• Uses Heavenly Flame to neutralize the Black-Robed Man's black energy. 319
• Possessed six Heavenly Flames by the time of the Pill Gathering; the Netherworld Poison Flame later mutated through its connection to the Little Fairy Doctor. 491
• Displayed a six-colored changing Heavenly Flame to defeat Lei Xiao in one move. 528
• Obtained the Sacred Flame from the Fire Spirit Clan. 1086

Heavenly Flame Three Mysterious Transformations

A secret technique used to greatly enhance his combat power.

• First used the Azure Lotus Change during his duel with Nalan Yanran. 212
• Produces power resembling the Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame. 212
• Its enhancement allowed him to contend with opponents whose base strength and speed matched his own. 212

Glass Body Sculpting Art

A body-forging art that allows Xiao Yan to endure extreme physical punishment and strengthen himself through tribulation energy.

• Withstood seven-colored Pill Lightning and formed purple-gold scale patterns across his body. 541
• Reached the Ying Body realm by absorbing the energy and bloodline of Five-Star Dou Sheng Demon Phoenix wings. 697
• Used alongside the Dou Shen Unification Battle Method during the wing-refinement process. 697

Dragon Phoenix Traits

Xiao Yan incorporates Dragon Phoenix power into his body and fighting style.

• His Dragon Phoenix aura manifested as tiny coiling Dragon Phoenixes and a scale-patterned golden body while facing the Ancient Clan prodigies. 561
• Used a Dragon Phoenix cry to suppress the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Bloodline within the wings he refined. 697
• Possesses Scarlet Golden Wings, which surprised the Void Ancient Dragon Clan due to their resemblance to Heavenly Demon Phoenix wings. 701

Combat Techniques

• Eight Extremities Collapse — A Profound High-Rank Dou Technique learned from Yao Lao. 23
• Phoenix Flight Steps — Used to keep pace with the faster Dou Shi Mu She. 111
• Gale Thrust — Used alongside Phoenix Flight Steps against Mu She. 111
• Mystic Heavy Ruler techniques — His heavy-ruler strength and explosive force were formidable even against same-realm specialists. 212
• Buddha's Fury Fire Lotus — Used to defeat the Black-Robed Man, causing massive destruction. 319
• Dragon Stepping Void — A movement Dou Technique transmitted to him by Yao Wan; he quickly learned it well enough to catch her off guard. 374
• Crimson Remnant Page — A mystical Earth Supreme legacy power used to overcome Qing Ming's Blood Shadow Fa Body. 910

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Mystic Heavy Ruler — His signature heavy weapon, carried from the beginning of his journey. 97
• Ancient Storage Ring — Contains Yao Lao and is used to store ingredients, formations, pills, and other items. 97 331 667
• Scarlet Golden Wings — Demon Phoenix wings refined into his body. 697 701
• Crimson Remnant Page — Legacy power used against Qing Ming. 910

Relationships

• Yao Lao / Yao Chen — Master and disciple. Yao Lao guides Xiao Yan's early cultivation and alchemy; Xiao Yan later helps revive him and contributes to his rise to Dou Sheng. 23 249 611
• Yao Wan — Closest partner and eventual fiancée. She aided his return to cultivation, taught him techniques, sacrificed her God Grade Bloodline to restore his, and later co-led the Endless Fire Territory with him. 59 374 663 1086
• Xiao Xun'er — Childhood companion who initially regarded Xiao Yan as her elder brother and harbored unspoken feelings for him. Xiao Yan supports and comforts her, while she uses her Ancient Clan standing to secure his Heavenly Tomb slot. 17 60 564
• Xiao Zhan — Father. Xiao Yan respects his concern but tries to assure him that he can handle the dangers of his path. 22 59
• Xiao Ding and Xiao Li — Elder brothers. Xiao Yan remains concerned for their safety and later reunites with them after their rise to Eight-Star Dou Sheng. 286 318 876
• Nalan Yanran — Former fiancée and later ally. Their duel tested both of their growth; afterward, they cooperated repeatedly, including in Pan Gate and major conflicts. 212 257 617
• Little Fairy Doctor / Xian'er — Close companion from Green Mountain Town. Xiao Yan helped stabilize her situation with the Netherworld Poison Flame and later sought materials for her cultivation. 165 345
• Medusa — Ally and mother of Xiao Xiao. Their relationship began under tension, but Xiao Yan later relied on his alchemy to address matters involving their daughter. 199 553 876
• Zi Yan — Close companion and Dragon Phoenix ruler. Xiao Yan supported her advancement, and she repeatedly assists him in battle and major journeys. 288 516 702
• Xiao Xiao — Daughter of Xiao Yan and Medusa. 553 876
• Xiao Xuan — Ancestor of the Xiao Clan. Xiao Xuan watches Xiao Yan's progress in the Heavenly Tomb and approves of his accomplishments. 568

Story Role / Major Arcs

Return to Prominence

Xiao Yan defeats Ga Lie Ao through physical strength alone, reestablishing his reputation in Wutan City. 16 He then restores his cultivation under Yao Lao, reaches Nine-Star Dou Zhe, and leaves Wutan City to begin his journey. 23 73 97

Green Mountain Town

In Green Mountain Town, Xiao Yan allies with the Little Fairy Doctor and confronts the Wolf Head Mercenary Group after killing Mu Li in self-defense. 108 111

Yun Lan Sect and Nalan Yanran

Xiao Yan's conflict with Nalan Yanran culminates in a duel where he reveals the Heavenly Flame Three Mysterious Transformations. 212 Their relationship later shifts into an uneasy but reliable partnership. 220 257

Canaan Academy and Pan Gate

After entering Canaan Academy, Xiao Yan becomes a well-known student, refines pills, cultivates in the Heavenly Flame Refining Gas Tower, and takes over Pan Gate's management. 220 257 262

Central State and the Yao Clan

Xiao Yan becomes increasingly renowned through his alchemy and combat accomplishments, including winning the Pill Gathering and refining Grade Eight pills. 492 541 He publicly declares himself a Xiao Clan remnant, defeats Lei Xiao, and becomes recognized within the Yao Clan as its son-in-law. 528 539

Heavenly Tomb and Bloodline Legacy

Xiao Yan defeats the Ancient Clan's prodigies, enters the Heavenly Tomb, meets Xiao Xuan, and receives the benefits of the Xiao Clan blood pool. 561 568 576 He later reaches Dou Sheng and continues to defend the Xiao Clan's legacy. 667 876

Great Thousand World

After becoming a Dou Di, Xiao Yan enters the Great Thousand World with Yao Wan. 876 888 He advances through the Supreme realms, defeats Qing Ming, pursues the legacy of the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor, and helps establish the Azure Profound Flame Region's power. 909 910 1030 1058

Endless Fire Territory

Xiao Yan obtains the Sacred Flame and is confirmed as a Heaven Supreme alongside Yao Wan. Together, they lead the Endless Fire Territory and repel enemies including the Nether Blood Demon Emperor and the Blood Spirit Clan. 1086 1100

Trivia

• Xiao Yan defeated Ga Lie Ao in one move without using Dou Qi. 16
• His recovery to Dou Zhe within a year became widely known in Wutan City. 59
• He was already a renowned figure at Canaan Academy before formally enrolling because of Xun'er's reputation and his own accomplishments. 220
• His dark-red eyes, black attire, fire aura, and alchemy achievements made him easily recognizable in Central State. 611