Lin Baici
I Devour GodsContents
- 1Biodata
- 2Power Progression
- 3Background
- 4Appearance
- 5Personality
- 6Abilities & Skills
- 6.1Combat Ability and Physical Conditioning
- 6.2Tactical Reasoning
- 6.3Great Impression Hand
- 6.4Muscle Great Buddha
- 6.5Flash of Lightning
- 6.6God's Hand
- 6.7Winter's Embrace Boxing
- 6.8Soul Sketch
- 6.9Muscle Burn
- 6.10Circus of Nations
- 6.11Great Time Rain Technique
- 6.12Butchering Skill
- 7Equipment / Weapons / Items
- 8Relationships
- 9Story Role / Major Arcs
- 9.1Early God Hunter Activities
- 9.2Crazy Maid's God's Taboo Game
- 9.3Haijing Security Bureau Recruitment
- 9.4Team Leadership and Busan Operations
- 9.5Luoyang Seven Towns and Dragon Wing Promotion
- 9.6Crow Ridge and the Slave Owner Incident
- 9.7Hong Kong Island Rule Pollution
- 9.8Qin Palace God's Ruins
- 10Trivia
Biodata
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Lin Baici (林白辞) |
| Alias(es) | Haijing Lin God; Lin God; Lin Longyi; Lin the Hungry One |
| Gender | Male |
| Affiliation | Kyushu Security Bureau; Haijing Security Bureau; Xia Hongyao's team |
| Occupation/Role | God Hunter; college student; Nine Provinces Dragon Wing |
| Status | Active |
| First Appearance | 39 |
Power Progression
| Stage / Realm / Level | Chapter | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| God Hunter recruit | 56 | Xia Hongyao selects him as the first member of her newly formed ten-person squad. 56 |
| Haijing Security Bureau member | 196 | Accepts Xia Hongmian's invitation to join the Haijing Security Bureau and agrees to serve as a God Hunter qualification examiner. 196 |
| Prominent rookie God Hunter | 454 | Identified as a rookie who had been a God Hunter for only six months, despite a combat record surpassing many veterans. 454 |
| Nine Provinces Dragon Wing | 562 | Xia Hongmian secures his promotion despite objections over his age and short service record. 562 |
| Youngest Nine Provinces Dragon Wing | 767 | His rise from newcomer to Dragon Wing within a year is recognized as extraordinary. 767 |
| God-slayer | 982 | Reveals that the God with whom he had contracted is dead—and that Lin Baici killed it himself. 982 |
| Qin Palace purifier | 1126 | Purifies the Qin Palace God's Ruins after killing the King and its associated threats. 1126 |
Background
Lin Baici originally planned for an ordinary future: attend a good university, find stable work in a major city, support his mother, and build a family. Becoming a God Hunter changed those priorities; he became reluctant to surrender his freedom to an organization and instead sought Divine Graces, God's Taboo Objects, Meteorite Stones, and Divine Remains. 160
Xia Hongyao recognized his potential early and chose him as the first member of her Security Bureau team. Although he initially hesitated over institutional control, he later joined the Haijing Security Bureau. 56 196
His growth was exceptionally rapid. Within roughly a year of becoming a God Hunter, he rose from rookie status to Nine Provinces Dragon Wing, gained a reputation as “Haijing Lin God,” and became known for purifying major God's Ruins. 620 726 767
Appearance
Lin Baici is a tall, naturally handsome young man with a powerful but balanced physique. His appearance is repeatedly described as striking enough to draw attention even among God Hunters, students, and strangers. 80 427 531
- Tall stature, stated to be approximately over 1.9 meters. 1134
- Jet-black, thick hair and sharply defined facial features. 531
- Strong physique with visible abs; physically imposing without excessive musculature. 362 943
- Often gives an initial impression of being gentle and approachable, contrasting with his combat presence. 362
- In battle, his composed expression and bearing evoke an “iron-blooded God of War.” 80
Personality
Lin Baici is generally calm, observant, and pragmatic. He carefully evaluates danger, often identifies hidden rules or threats before others, and prefers preparing thoroughly rather than relying on luck. 470 1012
He is generous toward allies and classmates, distributing supplies, rewards, equipment, and money when he believes it is warranted. He also values concrete loyalty over promises, particularly in his relationship with Xia Hongyao. 140 143 362
Despite his considerate side, Lin Baici can be ruthless when dealing with enemies, extortionists, hidden threats, or those who endanger his companions. He has killed opponents decisively and uses fear as a leadership tool when necessary. 163 419 538 997
He refuses subservience even when offered immense power. When the Qin Palace King offered him authority, immortality, and the role of steward, Lin Baici rejected it rather than become a pawn. 1122
Abilities & Skills
Combat Ability and Physical Conditioning
Lin Baici possesses exceptional strength, speed, durability, reflexes, and recovery. His physical capabilities were outstanding even before becoming a God Hunter and became increasingly formidable after consuming Meteorite Stones, Divine Remains, and Gods. 114 531 1174
- Dominated Feng Qin in a one-on-one basketball game through overwhelming athleticism. 114
- Can overpower ordinary opponents and God Hunters in close quarters. 167 419
- Endured the Qin Palace King's bone-breaking attacks and recovered rapidly enough to continue fighting. 1122
- Has exceptional alcohol tolerance due to his enhanced physique and Wine Pool Meat Forest. 160
Tactical Reasoning
Lin Baici excels at reading situations, identifying threats, and exploiting information quickly.
- Correctly predicted that Black Shark III's group would target the person near Octopus Ball first. 39
- Uses environmental clues, behavioral inconsistencies, and intuition to identify hidden dangers. 474 1012
- Employs feints, ambushes, psychological pressure, and terrain to defeat stronger opponents. 529 763 909
- Leads teams through Rule Pollution by making rapid decisions under pressure. 362 695 1116
Great Impression Hand
A powerful Divine Grace used as one of Lin Baici's major offensive techniques.
- Can strike opponents with overwhelming force. 1122
- Was used against the Qin Palace King, though it failed to decisively defeat the God. 1122
- Requires an opportunity to deploy effectively against high-speed opponents. 1122
Muscle Great Buddha
Lin Baici can manifest a giant Buddha-like construct for overwhelming physical attacks.
- Defeated the broker's four summoned Buddha statues. 658
- Instantly killed a horde of multi-legged monster fish. 690
- Can be countered or redirected by opponents with overwhelming strength. 1122
Flash of Lightning
A teleportation-based Divine Grace used for evasion, repositioning, and surprise attacks.
- Allows Lin Baici to evade attacks and close distance rapidly. 1122
- Used in combination with close-quarters techniques and ambush tactics. 529 909
- Cannot always overcome an opponent whose speed and reactions vastly exceed his own. 1122
God's Hand
A lethal Divine Grace capable of stealing an opponent's heart.
- Used to defeat Kuriyama Bashou during their duel. 792
- Demonstrates Lin Baici's ability to end fights without prolonged direct combat. 792
Winter's Embrace Boxing
A cold-based Divine Grace used for control and tracking.
- Froze water bottles to lure a concealed contestant out of hiding. 417
- Can be used creatively rather than solely as a direct offensive technique. 417
Soul Sketch
A Divine Grace that allows Lin Baici to draw and replicate items.
- Cannot replicate God's Taboo Objects. 378
- Provides utility through the duplication of eligible non-taboo items. 378
Muscle Burn
A healing Divine Grace that burns fat to repair injuries.
Circus of Nations
An illusion-based Divine Grace.
- Used to deceive the Boxing King during their match. 909
- Allowed Lin Baici to manipulate the opponent into drawing from Fate Dice. 909
Great Time Rain Technique
A restorative ability.
- Used to heal Gu Qingqiu and Jin Yingzhen after Lin Baici absorbed and killed a God. 982
Butchering Skill
While wearing the Butcher Mask, Lin Baici gains extraordinary precision in dismemberment and skinning.
- Cleanly extracted ribs from corpses to assemble map fragments. 151
- Skinned sheep efficiently enough to create disguises for an entire group. 694 695
- His technique is compared to Butcher Ding dissecting an ox. 151
Equipment / Weapons / Items
- Bronze Sword — His frequently used melee weapon; its marks were identifiable on victims he killed in the labyrinth. 150
- Black Altar Bowl — Spatial God's Taboo Object used to store food, water, and supplies. 140
- Second World Medal — One of several spatial God's Taboo Objects acquired by Lin Baici. 451
- Lambskin Handbag — Spatial God's Taboo Object acquired during his early rise. 451
- White Antler Bone Flute — Contains substantial supplies. 990
- Red Oni Maru — A powerful sword later given to Gu Qingqiu. 309 310
- Tortoise Shell — Used to curse Xu Donggui, resulting in his death. 163
- Affair Pipe Wrench — Used alongside Lover's Lipstick during his escape from the Head-Wrapped Woman. 378
- Lover's Lipstick — Used to manipulate the Head-Wrapped Woman's feelings. 378
- Red-Soled High Heels — Taken from the Head-Wrapped Woman. 378
- Green fish-scale armor — Worn during the game-world arc. 573
Relationships
- Xia Hongyao — Teammate, close friend, and early recruiter. She selected him as the first member of her squad, trusts him with her life, and regularly defends his achievements. 56 143 1117
- Xia Hongmian — Senior Security Bureau figure who recruited him into the Haijing Security Bureau and supported his Dragon Wing promotion. 196 562
- Gu Qingqiu — Trusted teammate and strategic partner. She considers him a comrade she can live and die beside and later develops romantic interest in him. 317 1012
- Ji Xinyan — His girlfriend. Their relationship becomes public at college, and she frequently supports him in social and practical matters. 548 733
- Li Wei — Childhood friend. Lin Baici remains concerned with Li Wei's studies, career prospects, and safety. 163 633
- Nangong Shu — Ally and Dragon and Beauty Bar landlady. She provides guidance, trusts him with sensitive matters, and develops an intimate relationship with him. 726 768
- Jin Yingzhen — Companion whom Lin Baici trains and protects; he orders her to finish Lin Yizhen so she can gain experience as a God Hunter. 419
- Li Yintong — Loyal teammate who openly admires Lin Baici and credits him with leading her out of the Busan God's Ruins. 417 757
- Hua Yueyu — Companion who seeks to become a God Hunter after witnessing the possibilities of Divine Grace. 69
- Sannomiya Airi — Foreign God Hunter who admires Lin Baici's strength, works alongside him, and invites him to Dragon Palace Island. 695 768
- Li Guiru — His mother. Lin Baici's desire to provide for and protect her remains central to his decisions. 196 944
Story Role / Major Arcs
Early God Hunter Activities
Lin Baici demonstrates his ability to reason under pressure and earns Xia Hongyao's admiration. She recruits him into her Security Bureau squad, identifying him as a foundational member of the strongest hunter team she hopes to build. 39 56
Crazy Maid's God's Taboo Game
In the labyrinth, Lin Baici kills hostile players, acquires map fragments and rare items, and reunites with Xia Hongyao's group. He ultimately takes first place in the God's Taboo Game after dominating every stage. 150 153
Haijing Security Bureau Recruitment
After inventorying seven God's Taboo Objects and five Divine Graces from the museum operation, Lin Baici accepts Xia Hongmian's invitation to join the Haijing Security Bureau. 196
Team Leadership and Busan Operations
Lin Baici increasingly functions as the effective leader of his group, distributing Meteorite Stones based on performance, coordinating searches, and directing teammates in lethal encounters. 362 417 419
Luoyang Seven Towns and Dragon Wing Promotion
His role in purifying the Luoyang Seven Towns earns widespread recognition. Soon afterward, he is promoted to Nine Provinces Dragon Wing, becoming a major figure in the God Hunter community. 534 562 620
Crow Ridge and the Slave Owner Incident
Lin Baici investigates Crow Ridge, discovers Ma Xiaoyun's death, kills those responsible, and ambushes Peter at his manor. His performance reinforces his reputation as a powerful and decisive Dragon Wing. 763 768
Hong Kong Island Rule Pollution
Trapped in a Hong Kong Island setting from the seventies or eighties, Lin Baici adapts quickly, defeats gang members, works as Sister Qing's bodyguard, and recruits members of New Righteous Courage while preparing to confront a God. 990 992 997
Qin Palace God's Ruins
Lin Baici leads and advises allies through the Qin Palace's lethal trials. He refuses the King's offer of power and immortality, fights the God despite the disparity in strength, and ultimately purifies the God's Ruins. 1116 1122 1126
Trivia
- Lin Baici earned the nickname “God of Gamblers” after demonstrating exceptional memory and strategic ability in card games with his dormmates. 113
- He sings “The Brightest Star in the Night Sky” during a military-training social mixer. 79
- He was not selected as military-training flag bearer; the role went to Zheng Haixuan. 79
- His classmates know him as a frequently absent but highly visible campus celebrity. 924
- He initially declined a commendation and bonus from his university principal, instead asking the principal to look after Li Wei. 633
- He has a reputation for being unusually popular with women, a point frequently noticed by allies, classmates, and strangers. 406 1135