Qiongqi

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Qiongqi (穷奇)
Alias(es)	Qiong Shitian; Lord Yellow; Green-Armored Elder
Species/Race	Ancient ancestral demon god; one of the primordial Nine Fiends and a descendant of Emperor Shaohao 102 1706
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Xiao Chen’s protector and mentor; First Guardian of the Blade and Sword Brotherhood 893 1099
Occupation/Role	Dao protector, guardian, cultivation adviser
Status	Alive, but existing primarily as a severely injured remnant soul; his original body is held by the Martial God Hall in the Primordial Nether Prison 1316 1559
First Appearance	Announced as a system reward 102; claimed by Xiao Chen after obtaining the Water-Fire Lotus 192

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Ancient peak	1706	As one of the Nine Fiends, Qiongqi possessed divine potential from birth and reached sainthood in his youth; he regards ordinary Great Emperors as insignificant.
Grievously injured remnant state	383	The ancient God War reduced him to less than one ten-thousandth of his former strength.
Soul-collapse stabilization	832 893	Xiao Chen pursues and refines the Spirit Dragon Fruit to prevent Qiongqi’s soul from dissipating; the medicine rapidly solidifies and strengthens his soul.
Recovered divine might	912	Following recovery, his appearance alone terrifies Grandpa, who kneels before him as an Ancestral Demon God.
Great Emperor-level intimidation	1099	He destroys Qin Zhantian’s divine pressure and forces the Great Emperor to retreat, but later admits that his injuries made much of the display a bluff.
Azure Dragon Domain eruption	1425 1426	He erases a mountain, destroys the Heavenly Dao Thunder Tiger with the Annihilation Fiend Path, and suppresses Domain Spirit Qin Wuji before his soul power is exhausted.
Possession-based combat	1699 1700	Rather than manifesting his weakened soul, Qiongqi takes control of Xiao Chen’s body and unleashes ancient demonic power through it.
Near-Peak Emperor output through Xiao Chen	1706 1707	He channels power approaching the Peak Emperor Realm, summons the Four Symbols Divine Beasts, and defeats Xie Qingshan; the strain leaves Xiao Chen’s body cracking and bleeding.

Background / History

Qiongqi was once an ancient demon god whose authority extended across countless demon kingdoms. Demons descended from those realms inherited ancestral rules requiring them to revere his emblem as they would Qiongqi himself. He also had many descendants, a responsibility that tempered his response to the Beast-Tamer Lineage after it enslaved demons and abused his bloodline. An Ancient God King ultimately mediated that conflict, securing the release of Qiongqi’s descendants and compensation. 1431 1601

The ancient God War left Qiongqi catastrophically weakened. The Martial God Hall became his enemy, held his physical body in the Primordial Nether Prison, and continued to pursue matters connected to him and Xiao Chen. His surviving consciousness endured as a damaged remnant soul requiring soul-nourishing treasures to remain stable. 383 1080 1316 1559

The system designated Qiongqi as Xiao Chen’s reward for completing the “Maiden’s Tenderness” mission and acquiring the Water-Fire Lotus. Though initially unwilling to become a human’s guardian, he gradually came to regard Xiao Chen as both his successor and disciple. 102 192 1559

Qiongqi first publicly identified himself as Qiong Shitian in the Divine Fruit Mystic Realm. His projection of Qiongqi’s true form convinced the realm’s overlord and its Realm Spirit that the supposedly dead ancestral demon had returned. 382 383

Appearance

Qiongqi usually appears as a tall, green-haired old man in green divine armor. He deliberately suppresses his aura when domain laws or powerful observers might detect him, making his human guise seem far less imposing than his true nature. 612 1423

• Human guise: Green armor marked with divine giant-demon totems; long green hair; wrinkled face; blood-lit eyes. 612
• Possession manifestation: Xiao Chen’s possessed body develops green armor, golden eyes, blood-red brows, and an overwhelming demonic aura. 1700
• True form: A colossal tiger-like ferocious beast with black-scaled wings, capable of descending as a terrifying phantom from the clouds. 102 382
• Disguise: While injured, he once concealed himself as a yellow dog, leading to the nickname “Lord Yellow.” 1703

Personality

Qiongqi is arrogant, sharp-tongued, and intensely conscious of his ancient status. He casually calls Emperor-level beings “little ones,” mocks cultivators who overestimate themselves, and often uses intimidation even when his injuries prevent a real fight. His standoff with Huang Qing demonstrates both his theatrical confidence and his willingness to bluff to keep Xiao Chen safe. 729

Behind the bluster, he is a demanding mentor. He deliberately withholds help, tests Xiao Chen’s convictions, and criticizes him for becoming dependent on protection. Qiongqi believes that a true powerhouse must survive hardship rather than rely on a guardian for every danger. 1392 1393

His protectiveness is genuine. He becomes enraged by the theft of Xiao Chen’s Divine Seed and tribulation, opposes the Fire Demon Holy Army’s Blood Sacrifice on karmic grounds, and repeatedly risks his remnant soul to protect Xiao Chen. 1393 1425 1559

Abilities & Skills

Ancient Demonic Might

Qiongqi’s demonic pressure can overwhelm opponents far above Xiao Chen’s cultivation level and provoke instinctive fear in demon bloodlines.

• A wisp of his consciousness enters Thunderclap’s Sea of Consciousness, reveals Qiongqi’s true form, and forces the Thunder God Rat into submission. 363
• He can suppress divine pressure, force Half-Emperors to kneel, and frighten Emperor-level experts into retreat. 1099 1423 1424
• His true-form phantom can clash with realm-level defenses and devastate the surrounding terrain. 382
• Limit: His remnant soul cannot sustain peak output for long; exhausting his power worsens his injuries and can force him to retreat. 1426 1431

Annihilation Fiend Path

Qiongqi wields a reddish-yellow withered leaf containing Annihilation Power: the Dao cycle of growth, prosperity, withering, and decay.

• The leaf corrodes the Heavenly Dao Thunder Tiger, consuming its lightning and reducing it to ashes. 1426
• Its sorrowful, decaying aura causes onlookers to recall aging, lost youth, and death. 1426
• The technique is associated with Silent Abyss, Qiongqi’s grandson and a descendant of the Nine Fiends. 1426

Four Symbols Divine Art

Through Xiao Chen’s body, Qiongqi summons and commands phantoms of the Azure Dragon, White Tiger, Vermilion Bird, and Black Tortoise.

• His Nine Fiends bloodline suppresses the Four Symbols Divine Beasts and compels them to obey. 1707
• Four Symbols Divine Radiance seals heaven and earth around the target, suppressing Demon Essence and bloodline power. 1707
• The technique defeats Xie Qingshan, a Peak Demon Emperor and former Emperor-level expert. 1706 1707
• Limit: The power places extreme strain on Xiao Chen’s body, which begins to crack under the borrowed force. 1706

Soul Possession

When direct manifestation is too costly, Qiongqi can take control of Xiao Chen’s body and use it as a vessel.

• Xiao Chen willingly permits the possession and remains conscious only as a detached, passive observer in his Sea of Consciousness. 1700
• Possession lets Qiongqi destroy Chi Lei’s crimson thunder blade and immobilize him through overwhelming pressure. 1700
• He can conceal his true identity with the Void Illusion Concealment Technique while using Xiao Chen’s body. 1700
• Limit: The host body must be strong enough to withstand Qiongqi’s soul power; even Xiao Chen approaches physical collapse when Qiongqi raises his output. 1699 1706

Demonic Crest and Authority

Qiongqi’s emblem carries genuine demonic power and serves as proof of Xiao Chen’s status as his inheritor.

• Demon kingdoms formerly under Qiongqi’s command treat the crest as if Qiongqi himself has arrived. 1601
• The crest awakens ancestral terror in demon bloodlines, causing powerful demons to abandon hostility toward Xiao Chen. 1603 1604
• Thunderclap acts under Qiongqi’s decree and invokes his backing when confronting the Huang Family. 762

Strategic Knowledge and Mentorship

Qiongqi possesses knowledge of ancient physiques, cultivation arts, bloodlines, the Spirit Realm, and the God Realm.

• He advises Xiao Chen on dual cores, body cultivation, Dao Fire, the Yin-Yang Reversal Art, and the development of the Martial God Physique. 303 457 1076 1558
• He values intelligence gathering before battle and instructs Xiao Chen to extract information from Chi San rather than immediately destroy him. 983
• He uses divination to assess Xiao Chen’s chances of surviving severe calamities. 735
• He warns that the Mortal World lacks the resources needed to develop the Martial God Physique and urges Xiao Chen to enter the Spirit Realm. 1443 1564

Relationships

• Xiao Chen — Protector, mentor, and eventually self-proclaimed master. Qiongqi calls Xiao Chen his successor, publicly defends him, and later possesses his body only with Xiao Chen’s consent. 102 1393 1700
• Thunderclap — Thunder God Rat descendant subdued by Qiongqi’s projected true form; becomes loyal to Xiao Chen after learning he is Qiongqi’s successor. 363 364
• Blade and Sword Brotherhood — Qiongqi is recognized as the group’s First Guardian; its members pray for his recovery while Xiao Chen refines the Spirit Dragon Fruit. 893
• Martial God Hall — Longstanding enemy responsible for holding Qiongqi’s original body; Qiongqi also confronts its evil god when it interferes with Xiao Chen’s tribulation. 1080 1316
• Zhao Xingtian — The previous Martial God Physique bearer. Qiongqi recognizes him as an old acquaintance but distrusts his interest in Xiao Chen. 1394
• Silent Abyss — Qiongqi’s grandson and a wielder of the Annihilation Fiend Path. 1426
• Beast-Tamer Lineage — Ancient enemy whose demon-enslaving practices endangered Qiongqi’s descendants. 1431
• Qin Wuji — Azure Dragon Domain Spirit whom Qiongqi suppresses in direct combat before his own soul power fails. 1425 1426

Story Role / Major Arcs

• Guardian reward and early concealment: Awarded to Xiao Chen after the Water-Fire Lotus mission; his fearsome reputation is first used to subdue Thunderclap before his identity becomes public. 192 363 382
• Recovery through the Spirit Dragon Fruit: His near-collapse motivates Xiao Chen and the Blade and Sword Brotherhood to seek the Spirit Dragon Fruit, which stabilizes and restores his soul. 832 893 912
• Great Xia’s hidden protector: He shields Xiao Chen from Great Emperor pressure, seizes Crimson Dragon essence to repair Xiao Chen’s foundation, and becomes feared as Xiao Chen’s Great Emperor-level backing. 1099 1113
• Azure Dragon Domain intervention: He reveals himself to stop Niu Qi’s Blood Sacrifice, humiliates the Fire Demon Holy Army, clashes with Qin Wuji, and is forced to withdraw after exhausting his remnant soul. 1424 1425 1426
• Spirit Realm quota conflict: He awakens when Xiao Chen’s Spirit Entry opportunity is stolen, possesses Xiao Chen to defeat Spirit Realm opponents, and forces the factions opposing Xiao Chen to reckon with his ancient power. 1696 1699 1707 1708

Notable Quotes

“If you want to touch him, you'll have to step over my corpse first!” 1080

Trivia

• Qiongqi’s reputation is so ancient that many demons believe he died in the God War, while lineages such as the Thunder God Rats preserve stronger memories of his authority. 380 763
• His first complete possession of Xiao Chen occurs during the Spirit Realm quota conflict. 1699
• Although he claims to value trustworthiness, Qiongqi repeatedly hides his condition or pretends to be absent in order to test Xiao Chen or bluff enemies. 768 1392