Yuan Shan

Biodata

Power Progression

Background / History

Yuan Shan serves as the Night Watcher Chief for the Shangjing region 625. She is a pragmatic leader who often conscripts others—particularly Fu Qian—to assist in maintaining order and managing the city's complex political and supernatural landscape 267 625 638. Despite her high rank, she is known for her occasional tendency to shirk duties, which she balances with a deep sense of responsibility toward the safety of ordinary citizens 625 638 1699.

Personality

Yuan Shan is characterized by her strategic thinking, composure, and leadership. She is capable of decisive action, especially when protecting the innocent, and possesses a sharp, often cynical wit 638 649 1696. While she maintains a professional demeanor, she shares a complex, mutually respectful, and occasionally bantering relationship with Fu Qian, often relying on his strategic insights to resolve crises 638 649 2071. She is also prone to stress, which she sometimes copes with through shopping 2071.

Abilities & Skills

Supernatural Powers

• Combat Prowess: As a Demigod, she is a formidable combatant capable of manifesting black spears and ribbons to restrain or destroy enemies 649 1702.
• Tactical Leadership: She excels at coordinating Night Watcher operations and managing the political dynamics of Shangjing 636 638.
• Equipment Mastery: She utilizes specialized items, such as a soft whip formed from petal-shaped blades, which requires significant willpower to control 1702 1714.

Relationships

• Fu Qian — Advisor and strategic partner. Their relationship is marked by mutual respect, playful banter, and a shared reliance on each other to navigate supernatural threats 638 649 2071.
• Wen Li — Protégé. Yuan Shan provides guidance and protection, showing concern for her safety as she advances in rank 270 1696 2071.
• Henry Campbell — Mentor. Yuan Shan holds deep respect for her teacher and seeks his guidance during crises 1205 1216 2644.
• Su Gao — Ally. Yuan Shan trusts Su Gao's capabilities and often coordinates with her during field operations 625 637.

Story Role / Major Arcs

• Divine Envoy Incident: Yuan Shan enlists Fu Qian to investigate a Divine Envoy, leading to a tense confrontation where she eventually intervenes to stop the conflict 270 273.
• Shangjing Instability: She manages the fallout from the Gulad family's activities and the appearance of the vampire Embo, relying on Fu Qian's advice to maintain order 625 636 638.
• Red Moon Crisis: Yuan Shan becomes entangled with the Red Moon's divine manifestation, leading to a struggle for her own identity and memories 2637 2640.

Notable Quotes

"You really know how to stir things up!" 269

"I'll have Wen Li stay here for a few days. With such a sudden change, doing so wouldn't seem unnatural at all." 1712

Trivia

• Yuan Shan has a habit of shopping, which she uses as a coping mechanism for the pressures of her position and the influence of her Curse 2071.
• She is known for her ability to remain calm and collected, even when faced with Fu Qian's unpredictable and often reckless behavior 270 1699.