Xiao Yan

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Xiao Yan (萧炎)
Alias(es)	Yan Xiao; Grandmaster Yan
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Xiao Family; Heavenly Mansion Alliance
Occupation/Role	Cultivator; alchemist; Heavenly Mansion Master
Status	Alive
First Appearance	Chapter 1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Ninth Stage Dou Qi / Dou Zhe	1	The Fallen Heart Flame restores his stalled cultivation and propels him to Ninth Stage Dou Qi, restoring his status as a Dou Zhe.
Nine-Star Dou Zhe	6	Reveals his cultivation while confronting Nalan Yanran.
Dou Shi	20	States that he has reached the Dou Shi realm after killing Jia Lieqing.
Three-Star Great Dou Shi	28	Defeats the Jia Lie and Chai Family forces using his Heavenly Flames.
Dou Ling	43	Uses Bone Wings and the Fire Cloud Water Flame against Qiu Yan and Ghost Woman.
Dou Huang	84	Refines a seventh-grade pill at the Jia Ma Empire Alchemist Convention and kills the Dou Huang Wind Sovereign.
Dou Zong	109	Kills numerous Ten Thousand Scorpions Gate Elders, including peak Dou Huang Xie Shan.
Seven-Star Dou Zong	120	Reaches Seven-Star Dou Zong after an extraordinary period of advancement.
Six-Star Dou Zun	178	Reveals his cultivation while preparing for battle; possesses seventeen Heavenly Flames and a Quasi Emperor Realm soul.
Nine-Star Dou Zun	178	Breaks through using a Nine-Pattern Venerable Zenith Pill.
Dou Sheng	216	Returns to the Jia Ma Empire as a Dou Sheng and overwhelms multiple Half-Saints.
Four-Star Dou Sheng Peak	229	Reaches this level after receiving Xiao Xuan's Dou Di bloodline and completing his Heavenly Flame fusion.

Background

Xiao Yan was once a gifted Dou Zhe, but his cultivation remained at Third Stage Dou Qi for three years, making him the target of ridicule within the Xiao Family. His fortunes reverse when he receives the Fallen Heart Flame during the family’s Dou Qi test, instantly returning him to prominence. 1

He is the son of Xiao Zhan and a descendant of the Xiao Family. His connection to the family’s ancient legacy becomes increasingly important: he later receives Xiao Xuan’s Dou Di bloodline and is entrusted with finding a suitable Dou Di body for his ancestor. 229

Xiao Yan is Yao Chen’s disciple. He openly identifies himself as such before the Pill Tower, using Yao Lao’s ring and Heavy Ruler as proof. 151

Personality

Xiao Yan is decisive and ruthless toward those who threaten him, his family, or Yao Lao. He kills Zuo Ya after her attack, eliminates Liu Xi after Xun Er is injured, and declares war on the Medicine Clan after Yao Wangui insults his teacher. 11 21 237

He also protects and rewards those aligned with him. He distributes cultivation resources to Xiao Family juniors despite their prior contempt, builds the Heavenly Flame Training Qi Tower for his clansmen, and accepts responsibility for the danger faced by the Han Family after intervening on their behalf. 10 34 130

Despite his growing status, Xiao Yan is often detached from attempts to recruit, flatter, or seduce him. He declines Frank’s offer to become his disciple, refuses free materials from the Thousand Medicine Shop, and remains distant toward Jia Xing Tian and Nalan Yanran. 50 58 112

Abilities & Skills

Heavenly Flames

Xiao Yan possesses and controls numerous Heavenly Flames, a foundation of both his combat strength and alchemy.

• Received the Fallen Heart Flame at the beginning of his renewed cultivation. 1
• Was noted to possess two Heavenly Flames unusually early; Ling Ying compares this rarity to Xiao Xuan. 10
• Uses the Mysterious Yellow Flame to kill Zuo Ya and defeat her companions. 11
• Obtains the sixth-ranked Eight Desolations Destruction Flame. 120
• Possesses seventeen Heavenly Flames by the time he reaches Six-Star Dou Zun. 178
• Fuses twenty-three Heavenly Flames into a perfect Emperor Flame after inheriting Xiao Xuan’s bloodline. 229
• Obtains the Purification Lotus Demon Flame. 236

Alchemy

Xiao Yan is an exceptionally accomplished alchemist whose ability grants him major political influence.

• Refines a Heart Stabilizing Pill to establish himself as a Second Grade Alchemist. 6
• Refines Foundation Establishment Spirit Liquid and distributes it among Xiao Family juniors. 10
• Refines a dangerous Tier 5 Wind Sesame Sunflower Ointment for Nalan Yanran. 38
• Refines a seventh-grade medicinal pill to win the Jia Ma Empire Alchemist Convention. 84
• Is recognized as a Rank 6 Alchemist in the Black-Corner Region. 112
• Tests for Seventh Grade Intermediate at the Five Great Clans Assessment. 153
• Refines more than two hundred pills in one morning, causing his reputation to spread throughout Central State. 170
• Refines a Ninth Grade Golden Pill from the North Dragon King’s essence for Zi Yan. 236

Fire Lotus Across the Sky, Sun-Shrouding!

A lotus-based Dou Technique that gathers escalating energy with each unfurled petal.

• Forces the Dou Wang Zuo Xiu Hua to yield and become a Xiao Family Guest Elder. 33
• Xiao Yan later develops a Heaven Rank Advanced technique, Moonlit Star Soul Lotus, after the Emperor Flame’s perfect fusion. 229

Emperor Seal Skill

A powerful Dou Skill given to Xiao Yan by Xun Er before her departure. 117

• Used to kill Medicine Clan Law Enforcement Elder Yao Wangui. 237

Three Thousand Lightning Movement and Illusionary Body

Lightning-based movement and clone techniques.

• Uses the Three Thousand Lightning Movement to evade the attacks of Hong Tianxiao and Shen Yun. 129
• Acquires the first quarter of the Three Thousand Lightning Illusionary Body technique. 130
• Instantly condenses the complete Illusionary Body after Thunder Venerable provides the full method. 137

Bone Wings

Wings used for high-speed aerial mobility.

• Allows Xiao Yan to rapidly intercept Ghost Woman. 43
• Enhanced using essence blood from a magical beast corpse. 117
• Their energy consumption becomes a concern during his preparations to leave Wutan City. 35

Equipment / Items

• Heavy Ruler — Weapon and identifying proof of his status as Yao Lao’s disciple. 151
• Scarlet Moon Blade — Used in the massacre of Ten Thousand Scorpions Gate Elders. 109
• Heavenly Flame Training Qi Tower — Six-floor cultivation tower built with Mite’er Family resources; contains sixteen rooms per floor and accelerates Dou Qi cultivation. 34
• Dou Zun Puppets — Refines five Dou Zun-level puppets and later leaves two Three-Star Dou Zun puppets to guard the Ye Family. 178 170
• Space Warship — Travels with his group to the Ancient Saint Mountain Range. 223

Relationships

• Xiao Zhan — Father; openly proud of Xiao Yan’s recovery, influence, and achievements. 1 16 216
• Yao Lao / Yao Chen — Teacher and master; guides Xiao Yan’s cultivation, Heavenly Flame acquisition, and alchemy. Xiao Yan fiercely defends his honor. 18 38 151 237
• Xiao Xun’er — Childhood companion and devoted love interest; Xiao Yan remains protective of her and later reunites with her in the Ancient Clan. 8 21 117 223
• Nalan Yanran — Initially engaged to Xiao Yan before seeking to annul the engagement; Xiao Yan saves her in the mountains but remains cold toward her. 6 36
• Ya Fei — Mite’er auctioneer and political partner; Xiao Yan promises to serve as her backing in exchange for cooperation. 8 16 35
• Xiao Yi Xian / Little Fairy Doctor — First meets Xiao Yan after he saves her from Jia Lieqing; later becomes an ally in major conflicts. 20 109
• Zi Yan — Close companion and battle ally; repeatedly protects Xiao Yan and later travels with him. 109 117 188
• Qing Lin — Loyal ally whom Xiao Yan treats with affection and praise; follows his orders in later conflicts. 58 180 181
• Xiao Xuan — Ancestor who transfers his Dou Di bloodline to Xiao Yan and entrusts him with restoring the Xiao Family’s legacy. 229
• Mittel Tengshan — Mite’er Family patriarch and ally; provides resources for Xiao Yan’s tower and seeks stronger ties with him. 28 30 34

Story Role / Major Arcs

Return to the Xiao Family

Xiao Yan escapes his three-year stagnation through the Fallen Heart Flame, restores his standing in the Xiao Family, and proves himself against Xiao Ning. He subsequently establishes his credentials as a Second Grade Alchemist during Nalan Yanran’s attempted annulment. 1 6

Wutan City Power Struggle

He strengthens the Xiao Family through pill distribution, an alliance with Ya Fei and the Mite’er Family, and the recruitment of Great Dou Shi servants. He destroys the Jia Lie Family’s position by killing key figures including Jia Lieqing and Liu Xi. 10 16 20 21

Heavenly Flame Training Qi Tower

Using Mite’er resources and Xiao Family labor, Xiao Yan constructs an upgraded Heavenly Flame Training Qi Tower in Wutan City. He grants free access to Xiao Family members and the Mite’er Family, using the tower to consolidate allies and strengthen his clan. 30 34

Rise through Jia Ma and Canaan Academy

Xiao Yan gains renown through alchemy, wins the Jia Ma Empire Alchemist Convention, kills the Wind Sovereign, and later supports Canaan Academy by leaving a wisp of Fallen Heart Flame to maintain its Heavenly Flame Training Qi Tower. 75 84 117

Central State and the Pill Tower

After entering Central State, Xiao Yan confronts major forces including the Black Emperor Sect, Demon Flame Valley, the Wind and Thunder Pavilion, and the Hall of Souls. He reveals his relationship with Yao Lao at the Pill Tower and challenges the established assessment rules on behalf of the Ye Family. 112 130 151 153

Heavenly Tomb Inheritance

Within the Heavenly Tomb, Xiao Yan receives Xiao Xuan’s accumulated Energy Cores and Dou Di bloodline. He perfectly fuses his twenty-three Heavenly Flames, reaches Four-Star Dou Sheng Peak, and comprehends Moonlit Star Soul Lotus. 229

Conflict with Ancient Clans and the Hall of Souls

Xiao Yan’s rise draws the support of the Ancient Clan, Spirit Clan, Void Ancient Dragon Clan, and numerous Half-Saints and Dou Shengs. He confronts the Hall of Souls and openly kills Yao Wangui, escalating conflict with the Medicine Clan. 188 216 237

Trivia

• Xiao Yan’s alchemy test result is recorded as 37 times, surpassing Pill King Gu He’s record. 75
• He is described as a once-in-ten-thousand-years alchemic prodigy. 75
• The Heavenly Flame Training Qi Tower has six floors and sixteen rooms per floor; even a Dou Wang can endure its concentrated Dou Qi for only three hours per day. 34
• Xiao Yan’s cultivation is repeatedly described as advancing at a rate that shocks even Yao Lao, Heavenly Fire Venerable, and Canaan Academy’s elders. 114 120