Danzhu

Biodata

Background / History

Danzhu and her sister Cang Xuan were recruited through a genetics-and-biology challenge issued by Dr. Mobius to universities across the continent. While Danzhu insists she contributed, Cang Xuan states that she solved the recruitment problem while Danzhu mainly avoided the work. Both nevertheless sought the opportunity because Mobius was regarded as the continent's most famous biologist. 37

Lin Li and Elysia meet the sisters at a university in Changkong City. Danzhu introduces herself as Cang Xuan's younger sister, only for Cang Xuan to correct her and state that she is actually the older sister. Danzhu had claimed responsibility for completing their paperwork, but Cang Xuan again reveals that she did it alone. 36

After accompanying Lin Li and Elysia back to Flame-Moth City, Danzhu and Cang Xuan move into Elysia's villa and begin working at Mobius's research institute. Danzhu is weakened by a blood draw on her first day, but is still expected to meet the same research obligations as Cang Xuan. 39 41 42

Appearance

Danzhu has red eyes, contrasting with Cang Xuan's blue eyes. 36

• Red eyes — used alongside Cang Xuan's blue eyes to distinguish the sisters. 36

Personality

Danzhu is lively, outspoken, and easily drawn to whatever she finds enjoyable, particularly desserts and strawberry-flavored snacks. She regularly bickers with Cang Xuan, protests when inconvenienced, and uses exaggerated excuses to avoid responsibility. 36 37 39

She is notably lazy in laboratory work, often attempting to postpone assignments or switch places with Lin Li so she can play on Lin Li's phone. Despite her carefree behavior, she is intimidated by Mobius's reprimands and quickly becomes apologetic when confronted. 42 45 50

Relationships

• Cang Xuan — Her sister and frequent verbal sparring partner. Danzhu calls Cang Xuan her younger sister, though Cang Xuan insists that she is the older one; Cang Xuan regularly compensates for Danzhu's lack of diligence. 36 37
• Dr. Mobius — Her supervisor at the research institute. Danzhu admires Mobius's reputation as a biologist but fears her strict discipline and workload demands. 37 42 50
• Lin Li — A housemate and colleague whom Danzhu calls “Sister Lin Li.” Danzhu likes Lin Li, asks her for help, and envies her apparent freedom from laboratory work. 37 45 49
• Elysia — A Flame-Moth associate who brings Danzhu and Cang Xuan to Flame-Moth City and accommodates them at her villa. 36 39

Story Role / Major Arcs

Arrival in Changkong City

Danzhu meets Lin Li and Elysia outside the university in Changkong City. Rather than immediately beginning work for Mobius, she advocates delaying their departure and proposes visiting a popular dessert shop. 36

During the outing, Danzhu asks Lin Li to carry her heavy suitcase and later remains in the city with Cang Xuan while Lin Li and Elysia investigate a minor Honkai outbreak. She is introduced to strawberry-flavored snacks while waiting for them to return. 37

Relocation to Flame-Moth

Danzhu suffers from airsickness during the trip to Flame-Moth City, then eagerly eats at Elysia's restaurant after arriving. She and Cang Xuan rent rooms in Elysia's villa, though Danzhu is amused by Lin Li's unusually low view of the rent price. 39 40

Research Institute Work

Danzhu begins work under Mobius alongside Cang Xuan and Lin Li. A blood extraction leaves her dizzy and weak, but Mobius dismisses her complaints and orders her to follow Cang Xuan's work pace. 41 42

She later listens to Lin Li's explanation of Honkai, attempts to avoid her assigned work by sitting on Lin Li's lap and using her phone, and is repeatedly warned by Cang Xuan that Mobius will punish her for slacking. 45

Notable Quotes

“Then we'll leave it for tomorrow! I'll definitely do it tomorrow!”
— Danzhu 45

Trivia

• Danzhu claims to be Cang Xuan's older sister, although Cang Xuan explicitly corrects her. 36
• She discovered a strong liking for strawberry-flavored snacks while waiting for Lin Li and Elysia to return from their mission. 37
• Danzhu's preferred solution to unfinished work is often to postpone it until the next day. 45