Xiao Bai

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Xiao Bai (萧白) 10
Alias(es)	Mo Xiao; Xiao Taibai; courtesy name Taibai 61 96 116
Race	Xiao Clan descendant; the Xiao Family is described as the remaining branch of the ancient Xiao Clan 257
Gender	Male 61
Attribute	Light 10
Affiliation	Xiao Family; Bright Cult 188 202
Occupation / Role	Cult Master of the Bright Cult; City Lord of Bright Moon City, White City, Twilight City, and Black Seal City; former Pope of the Light Cult 202 238
First Appearance	Chapter 3, “Just in Time” 3

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Peak Stage Five Dou Qi	10	His Panel records peak Stage Five Dou Qi, alongside Mastery-level Flash Step and Shattering Stone Palm. 10
One-star Dou Zhe	24	Revealed during the Xiao Family’s Dou Qi test, shocking the clan. 24
Six-star Dou Zhe	35	Reached during his search through the Monster Mountain Range. 35
One-star Dou Shi	40	Advanced by converting gathered Magic Crystals and other energy into strength; gained Healing Light and Spear of Light. 40
Three-star Dou Shi	58	Spent 50,000 Energy Points to rise from one-star to three-star Dou Shi. 58
Nine-star Dou Shi	79	Strengthened himself from three-star to nine-star Dou Shi; all listed Dou Techniques reached perfected mastery. 79
Three-star Great Dou Shi	110	Identified as a three-star Great Dou Shi while facing Huo Lie. 110
One-star Dou Wang	143	His Panel records his breakthrough to one-star Dou Wang and an expanded Light-attribute skill set. 143
Minor Dou Zhe (later reported)	166	A later account states that he resumed cultivation as a minor Dou Zhe after awakening spiritual intelligence. 166
Three-star Dou Zhe (later reported)	171	Advanced to three-star Dou Zhe after receiving Brother Gua’s feedback. 170 171
Six-star Dou Zhe (later reported)	178	Secretly tested himself as a six-star Dou Zhe while publicly concealing his true strength. 178

Background & History

Xiao Bai is a transmigrator who awakens a Cheat capable of strengthening his cultivation level and learned techniques in exchange for Gold Coins and Energy Points. Its early functions establish the basis of his growth: strengthening levels and skills. 3

After his parents’ deaths, he is treated kindly by an old steward but remains largely neglected within the Xiao Family. He uses Xiao Yuan’s payment to acquire and strengthen Dou Techniques, repairing the incomplete Mystic Seal into a Mysterious Tier Intermediate technique. 6 29

A Cheat mission drives Xiao Bai to establish himself as the strongest member of the Xiao Family’s younger generation. He defeats successive challengers, overcomes Xiao Yan, and completes the mission, receiving the Light-based concealment skill Disguise. 8 16

At thirteen, Xiao Bai reveals himself as a one-star Dou Zhe and leverages his talent to demand cultivation resources from the Xiao Family. Rather than remain in Wutan City, he leaves to seek opportunities beyond the clan. 24 27 30

His journey begins in Qingshan Town and the Monster Mountain Range, where he develops through real combat, hunts magical beasts for Magic Crystals, and encounters Xiao Yi Xian. He later destroys the Wolf Head Mercenary Group’s leadership, acquiring wealth and eliminating a continuing threat. 32 35 46 65 69

Appearance

Xiao Bai is described as a handsome youth. After leaving Wutan City and returning years later, his appearance and bearing have changed enough that Xiao Family elders initially fail to recognize him; he is notably calmer, steadier, and more self-assured. 61 137

• Possesses a Light attribute, reflected in his bright and visually conspicuous techniques. 10 143
• Often presents himself with a composed smile, even while negotiating or intimidating enemies. 135 256
• Prefers a striking, impressive image and values equipment that looks as formidable as it performs. 173 195

Personality

Xiao Bai is fiercely ambitious and unwilling to entrust his fate to others. Though he considers relying on Xiao Yan’s future rise, he rejects the idea and chooses to build power through his own Cheat, resources, followers, and planning. 79

He is calculating in both combat and politics. He gathers intelligence before confronting major forces, negotiates for resources rather than accepting empty promises, and turns defeated enemies into potential subordinates when doing so benefits his faction. 25 128 133

Against enemies, Xiao Bai is ruthless and decisive. He kills Mu She and the Wolf Head Mercenary Group rather than allowing future retaliation, erases the residual consciousness in the treasure cave, and uses coercive methods such as the Life and Death Talisman to secure obedience. 51 65 211

His ruthlessness is not absolute. After killing Feng Hua and his mercenaries, Xiao Bai buries their bodies and erects a stone stele for them. He also feels lonely after accumulating power and wealth, particularly missing Xiao Yi Xian. 69 211

Abilities & Skills

Strengthening Cheat

Xiao Bai’s Cheat allows him to strengthen cultivation levels and learned skills through Gold Coins and Energy Points. 3 6

• Strengthened Shattering Stone Palm from Beginner to Minor Mastery at the cost of Energy Points and Gold Coins. 6
• Raised Flash Step to Major Mastery and repaired Mystic Seal to its fifth level. 6
• Converts Magic Crystals and other energy-bearing materials into Energy Points through the Heaven and Earth Forging Furnace. 31 79
• Grants missions with unique rewards, including Disguise. 6 16

Light Dou Qi

Xiao Bai’s Light attribute forms the foundation of his cultivation and fighting style. 10

• Light Slash — A powerful offensive technique that allowed him to overpower Mu She despite the latter’s own Dou Skill. 65
• Light Shield — A defensive Light-attribute technique listed among his core abilities. 31
• Light Escape — A mobility technique used to evade Hai Bodong; it can also support aerial movement after sufficient propulsion. 59 102
• Healing Light — Produces green light that treats injuries. 40
• Spear of Light — An attack-type Light Dou Technique gained upon reaching Dou Shi. 40
• Radiant Burst — Forms controllable swords of light for defense, area attacks, or concentrated assaults. 195
• Holy Light Soaked Shield — Projects a moving wall of Light Dou Qi that blocks hostile techniques while damaging enemies in its path. 143

Concealment and Perception

Xiao Bai has developed techniques suited to evasion, detection, and battlefield awareness.

• Disguise — Uses light to alter visual and sensory effects, conceal movement, block scents, and reduce detectability. 6
• Mirage — A Light-attribute technique listed among his established combat skills. 31
• Detected Hai Bodong’s pursuit from the moment the latter began following his group. 121
• Uses soul power to investigate distant dangers, including checking on Hai Bodong beneath the magma sea. 124

Control Techniques

Xiao Bai uses methods that compel submission as well as direct combat.

• Life and Death Talisman — Intimidated Black Skeleton into submitting; Xiao Bai renamed him Hei Yi afterward. 211
• Three Corpse Brain God Pill — Used to ensure subordinates cannot safely defy his orders. 205 206
• Light Purification and Light Sublimation — New abilities that enhance his purity and charisma, strongly affecting Xiao Qing and Xiao Zhao’s feelings toward him. 119

Equipment & Resources

• Storage Rings — Used to transport resources, Magic Crystals, ingredients, and exchanged goods. 29 53 145
• Heaven and Earth Forging Furnace — Converts Magic Crystals and other energy-containing materials into Energy Points. 31 79
• Green Lotus Core Flame — A Heavenly Flame Xiao Bai reaches ahead of the original plot’s expected timing. 126 245
• Sea Heart Flame — Obtained after acting against Medicine Emperor Han Feng. 289 292
• Quantum Bomb and Pumpkin — Powerful weapons developed under Xiao Bai’s direction for future conflict with the Soul Realm. 241
• Longsword — Used during his battle against Yang Yuan’s mercenary forces. 117

Relationships

• Xiao Yan — Cousin, early rival, and later trusted confidant. Xiao Bai first defeats and humiliates him, but eventually helps him, shares secrets of the Eight Ancient Clans, and assists with information about Xiao Zhan. 12 24 256 257
• Xiao Yi Xian — Initially hostile companion in the Monster Mountain Range; later Xiao Bai’s partner. Their relationship helps halt the Jia Ma–Chu Yun conflict, and Xiao Bai addresses her as “Xian’er” in recognition of their marital bond. 46 51 274
• Hai Bodong — Powerful subordinate and close strategic ally. Xiao Bai helps him recover his Dou Emperor strength with an enhanced Calamity Breaking Pill, while Hai Bodong provides intelligence, combat power, and loyal service. 128 145 147
• Xiao Qing and Xiao Zhao — A Cat Girl and Snake Girl purchased by Xiao Bai under the alias Mo Xiao and renamed by him. They travel with him in search of Heavenly Flames and later serve his broader plans. 96 119 132
• Ya Fei — Trusted associate entrusted with managing Xiao Bai’s Black Corner Region territories. 141 241
• Xiao Yuan — Early follower who pays Xiao Bai one hundred Gold Coins and later seeks to remain under his protection; Xiao Bai rewards him with an Azure Spirit Pill. 6 147
• Yang Yuan — Initially an enemy from the Mu Family Merchant Association; later assigned to infiltrate the Mu Family for Xiao Bai. 116 132
• Yun Yun — Subordinate tasked with establishing and managing the Bright Cult’s Misty Cloud Branch Hall. 258

Major Arcs

• Rise within the Xiao Family — Completes the Cheat’s mission to become the leading figure of the younger generation, defeats Xiao Yan, and gains Disguise. 8 16
• Departure and Monster Mountain Range journey — Leaves Wutan City, develops through magical-beast hunts, meets Xiao Yi Xian, and destroys the Wolf Head Mercenary Group. 30 35 46 69
• Desert and Heavenly Flame expedition — Travels with Xiao Qing and Xiao Zhao, clashes repeatedly with Hai Bodong, and reaches the Green Lotus Core Flame’s lair. 102 121 126
• Holy City and early faction-building — Turns Desert City into Holy City, establishes a Papal Palace, assigns subordinates, and begins gathering political influence. 132
• Bright Cult expansion — Takes Mingyue Mountain, renames his faction the Bright Cult, annexes surrounding forces, and captures Skeleton City as White City. 202 208 212
• Black Corner Region consolidation — Builds a network of cities and vassal factions, develops weapons, and becomes a major regional power. 238 241
• Misty Cloud Sect takeover — Absorbs the Misty Cloud Sect into the Bright Cult and establishes its branch hall. 258
• Conflict with Soul Hall and regional powers — Identifies Soul Hall as the force supporting the Scorpion Sect and prepares for broader conflict while protecting his interests through intelligence and indirect strategy. 274 288

Notable Quotes

“Anyone below the Da Dou Shi realm is trash.” 79

“I never fight an unprepared battle. Only by fully understanding my opponent can I remain invincible in every attack and every battle!” 274

“My surname is Xiao, my courtesy name is Taibai—Xiao Taibai. You may also call me Xiao Bai.” 238

Trivia

• Xiao Bai prefers being addressed as Young Master Xiao. 61
• He is highly interested in knowledge, spending much of his Jia Nan Academy life studying in the library rather than attending practical combat classes. 170 193
• He openly values visually impressive techniques and equipment, considering Radiant Burst especially appealing because of its dazzling appearance. 195
• His stated long-term ambition is to become a Dou Emperor and eventually confront threats such as the Soul Hall on equal terms. 132 288