Da Lianna

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Da Lianna (达莲娜)
Alias(es)	Saintess of the Death God Cult
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Death God Cult
Occupation/Role	Magician; magic potion maker; former tutor to Miss Demi
Status	Active
First Appearance	76

Appearance

Da Lianna has golden hair, fair skin, and red lips. Pal initially notes that she is noticeably older than him, prompting his repeated—and unwelcome—use of “auntie.” 76 80

• Golden hair, which she sometimes brushes beside her ear while thinking 86
• Fair fingers and red lips 86
• Uses floating gemstones as magical foci, including hexagonal translucent and purple gems 80 86

Personality

Da Lianna is knowledgeable, composed, and pragmatic, particularly in matters of magic. She values magical knowledge as something to be exchanged rather than freely given, negotiating with Pal for gems and spells in return for instruction. 85 86

She is also easily irritated by disrespect, especially Pal calling her “auntie,” and responds to his provocations with sharp retorts or lightning. Despite this impatience, she repeatedly instructs and assists him, warning him about magic’s emotional side effects and teaching him about magical progression. 76 77 80 86 87

Her conduct toward Demi and Wei Wei shows a strong sense of responsibility. She resigns rather than tolerate Demi’s repeated insults, takes Wei Wei in after discovering her talent, and helps the sick members of the Mist Merchant Troupe alongside her. 88 93 95

Abilities & Skills

Magic Shield

Da Lianna can form a translucent magical shield around herself using a hexagonal gem. 80

• Activates the shield in response to Pal threatening her with Fireball Spell 80
• Explains that Magic Shield is designed to resist magical attacks and does not stop physical attacks 86
• Distinguishes it from Position Shield, which is intended for physical attacks 86

Lightning Magic

Da Lianna can discharge lightning through a purple gemstone. 86

• Threatens to electrify Pal when he demands additional magic 86
• Uses a lightning strike against John after he interrupts her negotiation with Pal 86

Emotional Stabilization

Da Lianna uses a gem to calm Pal after his magic use heightens his aggression. 80

• Identifies emotional instability as a possible side effect of improperly used magic 80
• Explains the danger to Pal and encourages him to control his emotions responsibly 80

Magical Scholarship and Instruction

Da Lianna possesses extensive knowledge of magic, magical defenses, magician advancement, gems, and the history of magic after the Great Disaster. 80 86 87

• Teaches Pal about Magic Shield, Position Shield, and the star-ranking of magic 86
• Explains the requirements for becoming a One-Star Magician, including mental energy and mastery of One-Star magic 87
• Teaches Pal about Fluorescent City’s mineral and gemstone trade 87
• Tutors Miss Demi and later teaches Pal during the Mist Merchant Troupe’s journey 81 85 86

Gem Appraisal and Trade

Da Lianna is highly interested in gems and recognizes their importance to magical practice. 76 86

• Competes with Pal for gems and purchases all available polished gems to spite him 76 77
• Asks Pal to help locate valuable gems hidden in Rough Stones 87
• Rewards Pal with a gem after he helps her identify valuable stones 87

Gray Mist Manipulation

Da Lianna demonstrates control over Gray Mist while pursuing the Red Robe through the Ruins. 216

• Uses her power over Gray Mist during her encounter with Black Armor Cavalry 216

Equipment / Items

• Hexagonal translucent gem used to activate Magic Shield 80
• Purple gemstone used for lightning magic 86
• Gems used in magical and emotional-stabilization applications 80 86

Relationships

• Pal — Initially quarrels with him over gems and his use of “auntie,” then becomes his magical instructor and trading partner. Their relationship becomes strained after he learns she is the Death God Cult’s Saintess and opposes her goal of reviving the God of Death. 76 80 86 87 133 134
• Wei Wei — Takes Wei Wei in after discovering her unique talent, supports her healing work, and later offers to take her to the City of Freedom for a better education and future. 93 95 147
• Miss Demi — Served as Demi’s tutor until resigning in response to Demi’s contempt and repeated disrespect. 76 81 88
• Uncle Grey — Loyal subordinate who follows her orders and attempts to protect her from the God of Death. 117 133 221
• John — Has a tense relationship with him and openly dislikes the influence of the Wind Wolf Knights on Pal. 80 86
• Ivan Youyan — Assists Ivan’s group against Death Heretics; Ivan chooses to trust her despite learning she is a True Believer of the God of Death. 132
• God of Death / Felice Dawn — Da Lianna seeks to revive the God of Death, but is overwhelmed when the deity attempts to use her to absorb the souls of the dead. 134 221

Story Role / Major Arcs

Encounter with Pal and the Mist Merchant Troupe

Da Lianna first meets Pal at a gem stall, where their overlapping interest in the same gems turns into an argument over age and respect. She is identified as a Two-Star Magician and Miss Demi’s teacher. 76 77

After Pal threatens her with Fireball Spell, she recognizes his unusual magical talent and warns him that magic can negatively affect a user’s emotions. They reach an understanding, and she agrees to teach him about magic. 80

During the Mist Merchant Troupe’s journey, Da Lianna travels with Pal, John, Demi, and the others. She chooses to fight during a bandit attack rather than flee, trades Electric Shock Spell for Pal’s Fireball Spell, and continues teaching him about magic and gemstones. 83 85 86 87

Departure from Demi and Guardianship of Wei Wei

Demi discovers Da Lianna teaching Pal and objects to her tutoring someone she considers beneath her status. Da Lianna remains professional but ultimately resigns after Demi’s continued insults. 88

Da Lianna later takes Wei Wei under her protection after recognizing the child’s talent. Together, they provide healing for ill members of the Mist Merchant Troupe, helping Wei Wei gain confidence from others’ gratitude. 93 95

Death God Cult Revelation

Da Lianna returns to Fluorescent City and meets Uncle Grey, discussing their plans and the Red Robe’s involvement. 117

During the battle against the Death Heretics, the Old Corpse exposes her as a True Believer of the God of Death. Da Lianna confirms this identity while insisting that she intends to eliminate Death Heretics. 132

After the battle, she reveals to Pal that she is the Saintess of the Death God Cult. She explains her belief that the God of Death is kind and declares her mission to revive the deity, placing her at odds with Pal’s hatred of heretics. 133 134

Pursuit of the Red Robe and the Ruins

Da Lianna pursues the Red Robe alongside her followers in pursuit of a God-Given Item. 212

Inside the Ruins connected to the Book of Death, she confronts Black Armor Cavalry and displays power over Gray Mist. 216

She later encounters the God of Death directly. The deity attempts to use Da Lianna to absorb the souls of the dead, leaving her overwhelmed and catatonic while Uncle Grey tries unsuccessfully to defend her. 221

Trivia

• Pal’s repeated use of “auntie” is the source of their earliest conflict. 76 77
• Da Lianna regards magical knowledge as a form of currency and expects payment or an exchange for valuable instruction. 86
• Although she is a True Believer and Saintess of the Death God Cult, she differentiates herself from the Death Heretics she seeks to eliminate. 132 134