Little White Ape
Slaying Gods and Demons in the Eerie NightContents
- 1Biodata
- 2Power Progression
- 3Background / History
- 4Appearance
- 5Personality
- 6Abilities & Skills
- 6.1Dual Bloodline Divine Abilities
- 6.2Golden Eyes
- 6.3Azure Point Spirit Attachment
- 6.4Five Peaks Dragon Capture
- 6.5Nirvana Divine Egg Integration
- 6.6Transformation and Disguise
- 7Equipment / Weapons / Items
- 8Relationships
- 9Story Role / Major Arcs
- 9.1Revival and Early Discipleship
- 9.2Growth into a Great Demon
- 9.3Sacred Land and Upper Realm Campaigns
- 9.4Crimson Nether Era
- 9.5Underworld Command and Grandfather's Return
- 10Notable Quotes
- 11Trivia
Biodata
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Little White Ape (小白猿) |
| Alias(es) | Two-Winged White Ape; White-Winged Ape Cub; Sacred Ape; Holy Ape; Lin Xiaoqi 113 155 618 |
| Species/Race | A sentient, two-winged white ape reborn through the Nirvana Divine Egg; described as half-human, half-ape and not wholly a conventional living being 136 289 |
| Gender | Male 569 |
| Affiliation | Lin Yan; later the Black Armored Army 118 745 |
| Occupation/Role | Lin Yan's disciple, scout, combat assistant, and later a Black Armored Army commander 150 289 743 |
| Status | Active |
| First Appearance | Chapter 97 |
Power Progression
| Stage / Realm / Level | Chapter | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Revived two-winged white ape | 107 | Initially fell from the sky while gravely injured and died; Lin Yan revived it through the Nirvana Divine Egg's divine property 97 107 |
| Bloodline activation and halberd mastery | 236 | Mastered the long halberd and activated its bloodline, causing its cultivation to improve rapidly 236 |
| Great Demon | 395 | After consuming Cloud-Winged Birds and receiving elixirs, its stimulated bloodline made it a genuine Great Demon 395 |
| Spirit Refining Realm-comparable | 400 | Its combat ability became comparable to a human Spirit Refining Realm cultivator; the Taiji Yin-Yang Bottle enabled it to absorb Qi Refining Realm assassins 400 |
| Temporarily exceeds original grade | 427 | Swallowed half a Nine Revolutions Divine Tiger Pill, briefly expanding into a colossal form and releasing a bloodline aura strong enough to imitate the North Mountain Great Sage 427 |
| Heavenly Demon; Ancestral Blood Saint cultivation | 669 | Reached Heavenly Demon status with Ancestral Blood Saint cultivation; its overall progress was comparable to a fourth-heaven Human Realm Martial Saint, while its inherited methods allowed it to contend with a third-heaven Martial Saint 669 |
Background / History
The Little White Ape first appeared as a dying white-furred ape with wings, having fallen from the sky while calling for the “Paper Master” to save it. Lin Yan's Abnormal Ovum extended eighteen black-and-crimson tendrils around its corpse; the ape was later revived through the Nirvana Divine Egg. 97 107
Duke Lu identified its exceptional dual bloodline: one resembling the White Flame Ancient Ape and another linked to the Sheng Yu Divine Bird, the likely origin of its wings. Although it is often treated as a demon, its rebirth through Lin Yan and the Nirvana Divine Egg left it partly human in nature and able to enter Sanctuaries without suffering the usual ill omen. 113 136
Lin Yan raised it as a disciple and used the Azure Point Spirit Attachment to pass on knowledge, skills, and portions of his own thoughts. This inheritance lets the ape operate paper figures, use learned techniques, and retain some of Lin Yan's memories, temperament, and abilities. 118 144 289
It later encountered the Red-Clad Woman, whom it recognized as its mother. The ape remained distressed by her disappearance and shared Lin Yan's determination to find her. 144 222
Its principal personal grievance was against Lone Boat Eerie Mist, which devoured its grandfather and was responsible for the ape's own death before its rebirth. In the Underworld, it used Duke Lu's final Word Manifestation token to amplify its grandfather's remaining imprint within Lone Boat Eerie Mist. With Lin Yan's Creation Dao Seed stabilizing the result, the grandfather became the dominant soul and received the method to refine the Middle Underworld Prison General's Military Tally. 155 709
Appearance
The Little White Ape is covered in white fur and has a pair of white wings. Its usual small form is roughly knee-high, but its bloodline techniques can enlarge it into a muscular giant ape or other transformed forms. 113 205 289
- Golden, glowing eyes capable of locating distant evil energy 115 412
- White wings associated with the Sheng Yu Divine Bird bloodline 113
- Can grow to around ten feet through Five Peaks Dragon Capture 205 289
- Can temporarily expand beyond ten zhang after consuming powerful medicinal resources 427
- Dyed its fur green while infiltrating the Demonic Domain to conceal its distinctive appearance 396
Personality
The Little White Ape is proud of its bloodline, quick to boast, and habitually dramatic when frightened. It frequently calls itself weak or helpless when Lin Yan orders it into danger, despite repeatedly performing dangerous scouting and combat tasks. 113 289
It is deeply loyal to Lin Yan and recognizes their unusual closeness, at one point describing itself as “another” Lin Yan. It worries about Lin Yan's safety, supports his plans even under mortal threat, and tries to lighten his mood through banter alongside Niu Yan. 146 289 501 541
It is also materialistic and ambitious. The ape regularly asks for salary, paper, medicinal resources, and rewards, while maintaining a long-running wish to marry eighteen concubines. 155 358 387
Abilities & Skills
Dual Bloodline Divine Abilities
The ape possesses the bloodlines of the White Flame Ancient Ape and the Sheng Yu Divine Bird, granting it powerful Blood Essence, winged mobility, fire-related manifestations, and unusual potential. 113 427
- Conjures fire and once set Lu Tang's clothing ablaze 113
- Uses wings for flight, scouting, and rapid movement 115 289
- Releases a bloodline aura capable of disguising Lin Yan as its prey in the Demonic Domain 395
- Its bloodline power can be used by Lin Yan after it enters the Nirvana Divine Egg 293
Golden Eyes
Its innate Golden Eyes perceive evil energy and can identify distant targets or the source of hidden voices. 115 412
- Located Pork Rong roughly five thousand steps away in Cold Gate Ward 115
- Detected an enemy's location six hundred miles to the southwest 412
- Can assist in tracking Malevolent Spirits and Demonic Evils 115
Azure Point Spirit Attachment
Lin Yan taught it Azure Point Spirit Attachment, allowing him to transmit knowledge and techniques through vital blood and spiritual attachment. 113 147
- Learned Mechanical Puppet knowledge and controlled a paper figure from within 118
- Created lifelike paper replicas capable of imitating Lin Yan's appearance 144
- Received Lin Yan's Myriad Star Shadow Mirage Wind Divine Firmament Steps alongside Niu Yan 556
- Acquired extensive knowledge of the Divine Soldier Imperial Clan's legacy and military-tally refinement methods 709
Five Peaks Dragon Capture
A body-enlarging technique Lin Yan passed on to test the ape's restraint and responsibility. 289
- Enlarges it into a giant white ape with surging Blood Essence and immense physical strength 289
- Used in battle while wielding its halberd 277
- Later combined advanced seal methods into the Fire Prison Underworld Mountain Dragon Capturing Seal against Lone Boat Eerie Mist 709
- Overuse can damage its origin, making self-control a concern 289
Nirvana Divine Egg Integration
The Little White Ape can enter Lin Yan's right palm and merge into the Nirvana Divine Egg, making its abilities available to him. 118 293
- Enhances Lin Yan's combat strength and cultivation while integrated 293
- Allows Lin Yan to draw upon its bloodline power 333
- Has joined Lin Yan within the egg alongside Niu Yan during battles against powerful foes 571
Transformation and Disguise
It can alter its body and aura for infiltration or deception. 344 395 427
- Assumed a human paper-body identity as Lin Xiaoqi 155
- Concealed Lin Yan beneath its Great Demon aura in the Demonic Domain 395
- Transformed into the North Mountain Great Sage to mislead the Heavenly Furnace Sacred Land 427
Equipment / Weapons / Items
- Long halberd — Its principal weapon; described as a divine weapon superior to the Yue family's Ancient Objects. 205
- Taiji Yin-Yang Bottle — Ancient Divine Object that absorbs targets and merges them into its Yin-Yang energies; also spreads Yin-Yang Qi to obscure auras. 400 427
- Small crossbow — Given by Lin Yan after the ape could not properly wield a heavy wooden bow. 155
- Treasure mirror — Gifted by Ling He of the Temple of Lord Liu; used as protection during Eerie Night investigations. 137
- Duke Lu's Word Manifestation token — Duke Lu's final gift; burned to strengthen the grandfather's imprint within Lone Boat Eerie Mist. 709
Relationships
- Lin Yan — Master, adoptive father, and primary companion. Lin Yan revived, trained, and relies on the ape as a scout and combat enhancer. 107 150 293
- Red-Clad Woman — Mother recognized by the Little White Ape; her disappearance remains a source of grief and concern. 144 222
- Grandfather — Former protector of humans in Qingyun Prefecture who was devoured by Lone Boat Eerie Mist; later restored as the dominant soul within it. 147 709
- Duke Lu — Mentor and benefactor who identified its bloodlines, supplied Azure Point Spirit Attachment, and left the Word Manifestation token that enabled its grandfather's restoration. 113 156 709
- Niu Yan — Fellow companion and frequent partner in combat and banter. 541 669 709
- Little Willow Venerate — Ally who recognized the potential of Duke Lu's token and helped devise the plan to restore the ape's grandfather. 709
- Lone Boat Eerie Mist — Enemy that devoured its grandfather and caused the ape's original death; the ape eventually subdued it through its grandfather's revived imprint. 155 709
Story Role / Major Arcs
Revival and Early Discipleship
After being revived from death, the ape becomes Lin Yan's disciple and assistant. Duke Lu helps legitimize it as a domesticated creature while cautioning that ordinary people would fear a demon living within the city. 107 113
It aids Lin Yan's early Heavenly Supervision Department work by using its Golden Eyes to track Malevolent Spirits, constructing paper figures, storing items, and accompanying him on dangerous investigations. 115 144 179
Growth into a Great Demon
The ape develops from a small winged creature into a halberd-wielding combatant. It activates its bloodline, learns Five Peaks Dragon Capture, receives valuable elixirs, and becomes capable of fighting at Spirit Refining Realm-comparable strength. 236 289 400
During the Demonic Domain campaign, it disguises Lin Yan as its prey, devours Cloud-Winged Birds to stimulate its bloodline, and uses the Taiji Yin-Yang Bottle to eliminate assassins. 395 400
Sacred Land and Upper Realm Campaigns
The ape assists Lin Yan in deceiving the Heavenly Furnace Sacred Land by transforming into the North Mountain Great Sage. It later accompanies him into the Upper Realm, protects him with the Taiji Yin-Yang Bottle, and supports him when the Upper Realm's trap is revealed. 427 501
Crimson Nether Era
After arriving in the Crimson Nether Era, it travels with Lin Yan and Niu Yan, confronts Descendants of Gods and Demons, and uses its skills to protect its injured master. It increasingly serves as both a combatant and a source of levity during the group's journey through the unfamiliar era. 540 541 542
Underworld Command and Grandfather's Return
Having reached Heavenly Demon status, the ape pursues Lone Boat Eerie Mist in the Underworld. It successfully restores its grandfather's imprint, grants him the means to refine the Military Tally, and later acts as a commander connected to the Black Armored Army. 669 709 743
It eventually proposes establishing a Black Armored Army liaison office in the Human World to recruit elite humans and expand the army's influence. 745
Notable Quotes
“I'm just another you, wouldn't that be suicide? I'm very useful alive...” 289
“You only know me as the white ape by the Sacred Master's side, but you've never remembered the feud between us.” 709
Trivia
- The Little White Ape considers itself highly intelligent, though Lin Yan repeatedly criticizes its reading choices and judgment. 289 546 709
- It often requests salary payments in paper and resources needed to maintain or remake its paper-human form. 155 156
- Its wish to marry eighteen concubines persists across multiple arcs. 113 358 387
- It feared Sanctuaries as a demon until discovering that its unusual reborn nature allowed it to enter safely. 136