Lin

Biodata

Physical Description

Lin wears ordinary civilian clothes 5. After refining the Void God Stone, his height increased, and his Void God's strength became a fiery red color 46. When wrapped in black mist from his Soul Skill, he appears to be penetrated by a demon 19.

• When Lin's Soul Power merges with a silhouette, his height increases by a few percent, and an indescribable aura emanates from him 1.
• His body is half ice and half fire, with cold and hot power intertwining in his dantian and flowing through his limbs 41.
• Lin can conceal both his true strength and appearance when infiltrating hostile forces 130.

Background

Lin, a transmigrator, began his journey by trading five Golden Soul Cores for information about Hui Hui's location 1. He discovered he possessed innate Three-elemental Soul Power, though it was not as strong as he anticipated 1. Driven by a desire for power and a determination to confront Tang San, Lin decided to cultivate martial arts and attend school 1 5. He also expressed a wish for his mother to be alive 7.

Early in his cultivation, Lin worked with Lao Yao, a figure who became his mentor and guide 4 5 13 19. Lao Yao helped Lin understand cultivation methods, refine spiritual energy, and provided him with techniques like the Eight-door Dunjia 4 5 19. Lin also revealed to Lao Yao that he possesses two souls, which he plans to use for different refinements 4. Lao Yao often provides guidance and support, even offering to help Lin improve his magic techniques and golden blood's appearance 19 32.

Lin's ambition led him to seek out powerful individuals and artifacts. He made a deal with a Devil King for medicinal herbs and a Soul Crystal, agreeing to help the Devil King cultivate 13. He also acquired the powerful artifact Bone Chilling Cold Fire from Lao Yao 27. Lin's journey took him towards the North Pole, where he sought out eccentric old men with souls, spiritual energy, and techniques to cultivate 18. He encountered the Ice Emperor, who eventually became his Soul Body, refining Lin's soul and increasing his power and physique 21 22.

Later, Lin met the Dragon Heavenly Emperor and agreed to become his disciple, insisting on bringing Lao Yao and Igor from the Mortal Realm with him 29. He also encountered Poison Unkillable, who offered him a secret book to help awaken his Spirit of the Second Realm 31. Lin demonstrated immense power and skill, reaching the 23rd level of Soul Power, and even sparred with the Dragon Emperor of the Heavenly Realm, holding his own despite the Dragon Emperor's significant Soul Power 30. Lin's ultimate goal is to ascend to the Immortal Realm when he can protect himself 31 50.

As Lin Xiao, he joined the Body Sect and increasingly cooperated with soul beasts, including Di Tian, Bi Ji, the Ice Emperor, and the Sea Princess's Merfolk clan 55 106 107. He developed and promoted the Soul Spirit Method, while also becoming concerned that indiscriminate distribution of the method could harm soul beasts in the long term 55 107. He later infiltrated the Sacred Spirit Sect under a concealed identity to obtain its resources and investigate its members 130.

Lin Xiao's strength expanded beyond Douluo Continent. He absorbed the continent into the Undead World, where it became a subordinate plane, and subsequently allied with Destruction and Life God King after Tang San's fall 234 242. He used the Golden Dragon King's energy and World Power to restore bodies for Old Medicine, Electrolux, and his soul spirits, then set out with Gu Yue Na, Destruction, and Life to conquer smaller worlds for the Undead World's growth 243.

Power Progression

Abilities

Soul Power Cultivation

Lin cultivates Soul Power, which allows him to increase his combat abilities and spiritual strength 11 19 23 26 44. He can absorb the soul power of Soul Beasts, such as a hundred-year-old Soul Beast, to enhance his own cultivation 11. With Lao Yao's refining methods, Lin's combat power increased to level 10 in half a month 11. His Soul Power has reached level 15 19 and later level 23 26. He can also absorb the cultivation of others, such as the Ice Emperor's three thousand years of cultivation 24.

• Applications:
  • Increases combat power and spiritual strength 11 19 23 26 44.
  • Can be refined and enhanced within his body 19.
  • Can be transformed into Soul Bone 11.
  • Can be used to awaken his Golden Core, boosting his cultivation level significantly 41.
  • Can be used to absorb the cultivation of others 24.
• Limitations:
  • Lin initially struggled to balance his spiritual energy and physical strength when cultivating soul power 12.
  • Demonic energy can sometimes surpass soul power, leading to an imbalance 23.

Demonic Energy Cultivation

Lin cultivates demonic energy, which can significantly increase his power. He reached the third stage of demonic energy cultivation, which also boosted his Soul Power to level 20 23. He can also use a trace of divine power to enhance his control over demonic energy 46.

• Applications:
  • Increases overall power and cultivation level 23.
  • Enhances control over demonic energy when combined with divine power 46.
• Limitations:
  • Demonic energy can become unbalanced with soul power if not properly managed 23.

Soul Skills

Lin utilizes various Soul Skills in combat.

• Black Mist:
  • Applications: Wraps Lin's body in dense black mist, making him appear demon-like and allowing him to blend into dark environments 19.
• Eight Streaks:
  • Applications: A skill used to take down multiple enemies 19.
• Eightfold Path:
  • Applications: A powerful technique used to meet strong strikes and enhance Lin's strength 30.
  • Limitations: Weaker than the Heavenly Realm's First Style 30.
• Netherworld's Abyss:
  • Applications: An explosive Soul Skill that causes Lin's soul power to surge and his imposing manner to reach its peak 30.
• Soul Devour:
  • Applications: A powerful strike that erupts with formidable Soul Power 30.

Heavenly Demonic Art

The Heavenly Demonic Art is a powerful divine skill and the most suitable cultivation method for Lin to become a powerful demon 3.

• Applications:
  • Considered a divine skill and the most powerful cultivation method 3.
• Limitations:
  • Difficult to cultivate 3.

Eight-door Dunjia

The Eight-door Dunjia is a divine technique that Lin possesses 5.

• Applications:
  • Considered a highest divine technique 5.

Fire Manipulation

Lin can fuse streams of fire energy to create powerful attacks.

• Fire Lotus:
  • Applications: A powerful attack created by fusing two streams of fire energy 46.
  • Lin's later Fire Lotus is strengthened by his condensed Soul Core and is considered capable of threatening a God Tier being 171.
  • He demonstrates a massive Fire Lotus in space to Destruction 240.
• Bone Fire:
  • Applications: A fire formed by bone cold fire tempering the marrow, capable of affecting the soul 11.
  • Limitations: Has not reached the level of a child's fire 11.
• Ice Fire Profound Dragon Flame:
  • Applications: A powerful flame Lin refines over two and a half months, raising his cultivation and Burning Art 128.
• Undead Dragon Azure Frost Flame:
  • Applications: Lin's fusion of six flames, achieved after advancing to Dou Ancestor Four Stars 243.

Rui Beast Transformation

Lin can facilitate the transformation of a Rui Beast into a human form by trading its Qi Luck and power 44.

• Applications:
  • Allows a Rui Beast to transform into a human form 44.
  • Grants Lin the Rui Beast's Qi Luck and power 44.

Spirit of the Second Realm

Lin awakened the Spirit of the Second Realm, which caused concern in the Dragon Heavenly Realm 31.

• Applications:
  • Can be awakened with the help of a secret book 31.
• Limitations:
  • Using the Spirit of the Golden Core, a related ability, can lead to severe consequences, including potential loss of lifespan and Spirit source 31.

Golden Core

Lin successfully awakened his Golden Core, which significantly boosted his cultivation level to the 30th Rank 41.

• Applications:
  • Significantly boosts cultivation level 41.

Heavenly Realm's First Style

This is a cultivation technique that Lin can use 30.

• Applications:
  • A cultivation technique 30.
• Limitations:
  • Weaker than the Eightfold Path 30.

Divine Power

Lin can use a trace of divine power 46.

• Applications:
  • Enhances control over demonic energy and divine power 46.

Absorption of Heavenly Realm Disciples

Lin can absorb the disciple of the Heavenly Realm to improve his Ring 32.

• Applications:
  • Improves his Ring 32.

Soul Spirit Method

Lin Xiao employs and promotes the Soul Spirit Method, enabling soul beasts to continue existing as soul spirits after giving up their physical forms 55 107.

• Applications:
  • Forms cooperative bonds between Soul Masters and soul beasts 107.
  • Allowed a Merfolk Elder nearing two hundred thousand years of cultivation to become Lin's soul spirit 107.
  • Can provide Soul Rings without requiring the ordinary killing of soul beasts 97.
• Limitations:
  • Lin recognizes that widespread use driven by human greed and profit could create harmful long-term consequences for soul beasts 55.

Undead World

Lin controls the Undead World, an expanding realm that incorporated Douluo Continent as a subordinate plane 234.

• Applications:
  • Absorbs and accommodates entire planes, including Douluo Continent 234.
  • Houses the Ice Fire Yin Yang Well and supports cultivation and body refinement 128 243.
  • Receives the God Realm's resources and the Golden Dragon King's seal 242.
  • Supports Lin's plans to conquer smaller worlds and turn them into vassals 243.

Character Relationships

• Lin and Lao Yao: Lao Yao acts as a mentor and guide to Lin, offering wisdom, support, and knowledge, including high-level divine techniques and magic 5 6 7 13 19 22 32 41. Lin relies on Lao Yao's spiritual sense and guidance, and their relationship deepens through shared experiences and mutual respect 6 7 19 22 41.
• Lin and the Devil King (Three-Eyed Golden Toad/Pangolin): They form an alliance where Lin agrees to help the Devil King cultivate in exchange for medicinal herbs and a Soul Crystal, eventually becoming friends 13.
• Lin and Red King: Red King initially shows deference to the Devil King 13. Later, Red King trusts Lin, entrusting the Immortal Realm to him and agreeing to help Lin condense his Soul Core in exchange for protecting the Rui Beast 25 45.
• Lin and Ice Emperor (Xuan Mo): Lin accepts the Ice Emperor's true identity and past, and the Ice Emperor agrees to become Lin's Soul Body, refining Lin's soul to increase his power and physique 22 24 25. The Ice Emperor later helps establish trust between Lin Xiao and the Sea Princess 106.
• Lin and Poison Unkillable: Poison Unkillable introduces Lin to various Venerables and supports Lin's ambition to take the Heavenly Emperor as his disciple 30. Poison Unkillable shows trust and generosity towards Lin, offering him a valuable secret book to help awaken his Spirit of the Second Realm 31. Lin also obtains a secret from Poison Unkillable 42. Poison Unkillable is pleased with Lin's progress and considers him a disciple 29 41.
• Lin and Dragon Emperor of the Heavenly Realm: They engage in a spar that showcases their power, with Lin ultimately gaining the upper hand 30.
• Lin and Tang San: Lin harbors a strong dislike and fear of Tang San, viewing him as a "damned" individual and a "dog" 5 47. Lin is concerned about Tang San's whereabouts and potential actions 5. They reunite in the Heavenly Realm, with Tang San showing curiosity about Lin's second spiritual power 42. Lin later joins Destruction in confronting Tang San, whose death reshapes the God Realm's balance 240 242.
• Lin and Rain: Lin initially encounters Rain as a fugitive and offers to help him evade the Sword team, forming a tentative alliance 6. Lin relies on Lao Yao's spiritual sense to follow Rain, who is described as a "son of Qi Luck" 6.
• Lin, Dragon Might, and Rong'er: They share camaraderie and teamwork, deciding to go to the Mortal Realm together to search for treasures 42. Dragon Might and Rong'er are happy to see Lin and express a desire to cultivate the reincarnation scripture 42.
• Lin and Sword Elder (Old Man): The Sword Elder manipulates Lin into joining the High Sect, but they also engage in discussions about martial arts and techniques, showing mutual respect for their knowledge 18.
• Lin and Igor: Igor is aware of Lin's actions in the Mortal Realm and offers to help him 32. Lin also shares knowledge about the Soul Body technique with Igor 18. Igor considers becoming a vessel for Strange Fire but ultimately looks to Lin 38.
• Lin and Mortal Realm: Lin meets Mortal Realm, who knows a truth but refuses to believe it. Lin tells Mortal Realm to investigate the truth herself 47.
• Lin and Luo Duo: Lin tasks Luo Duo with keeping an eye on certain individuals in the Immortal Realm and expresses his dislike for Shi Luo Ke and fear of Tang San 47.
• Lin and Tang Ya: Tang Ya attempts to recruit Lin into the Tang Clan and the Ancient Dragon Martial Arts Academy 10. Lin refuses to join the Cai Clan, causing Tang Ya to suspect manipulation 7. Tang Ya is also shown to be stunned by Lin's actions and words 9. Lin later infiltrates the Sacred Spirit Sect and encounters Tang Ya as the Blue Silver Saintess, though she does not recognize his altered identity 130.
• Lin and Du Busi: Du Busi serves as Lin Xiao's teacher and accompanies him in seeking a hundred-thousand-year Soul Ring 91. Lin later entrusts Du Busi with the magic needed to open the Undead Demiplane for the Body Sect's safety 129.
• Lin and Di Tian and Bi Ji: Lin meets Di Tian and Bi Ji in the Star Dou Great Forest and seeks cooperation with soul beasts regarding Soul Tools and the Soul Spirit Method 55 58. Their relationship is periodically strained by Lin's decisions concerning the Soul Spirit Method, but remains cooperative 55.
• Lin and the Sea Princess: The Sea Princess is initially suspicious of Lin, but the Ice Emperor's presence and Lin's proposal to share the Soul Spirit Method lead to cooperation with the Merfolk 106 107.
• Lin and Snow Empress: Snow Empress is a fierce ally who protects Lin and helps him confront powerful enemies, including the Evil Emperor's son 129 139. They later coordinate over the Blue Silver Emperor and the Demonic Forest 171.
• Lin and Old Medicine and Electrolux: Both guide Lin's later cultivation and the development of the Undead Demiplane 104 128 193. Lin uses the Golden Dragon King's energy and World Power to refine bodies for them, restoring their physical forms 243.
• Lin and Gu Yue Na: Gu Yue Na supports Lin's actions and later works beside him in the Undead World and in expeditions beyond it 193 243.
• Lin and Destruction and Life God King: After exposing Tang San's influence and demonstrating his Fire Lotus, Lin forms an alliance with Destruction 240. Destruction and Life later enter the Undead World and accompany Lin on campaigns to conquer smaller worlds 242 243.

Themes

The narrative explores several key themes that significantly shape Lin's character development. Ambition and Growth are central, as Lin, a transmigrator, is driven by a desire for power and status, aiming to become a strong martial artist and even a Demon God 1 4 5 18. This ambition is evident in his pursuit of cultivation, his goal to surpass figures like Tang San, and his willingness to learn new techniques 1 5 18. Mentorship and Guidance play a crucial role through Lao Yao, who acts as Lin's mentor, offering wisdom, support, and powerful techniques, which Lin relies on while also learning to be self-reliant 4 5 7 11 13 19 20 21 32 41.

Power and its Consequences is another prominent theme, highlighted by Lin's immense strength and his interactions with powerful figures, where he often challenges established hierarchies 7 21 27 30 31 45. This theme also touches on the dangers of arrogance and the importance of caution, which Lin gradually learns 7 19 31. Deception and Manipulation are present in Lin's interactions, particularly when he uses cunning and strategic thinking to achieve his goals, such as negotiating with the Devil King or dealing with the Ice Emperor 13 18 21. Finally, Revenge and Personal Vendettas fuel much of Lin's early motivation, particularly his determination to confront Tang San, which drives his pursuit of strength and his decision to attend school 1 5.

Later developments emphasize Coexistence and Responsibility, as Lin promotes the Soul Spirit Method while recognizing the danger that human greed could pose to soul beasts 55 107. World-Building and Expansion become increasingly prominent after Lin transforms the Undead World into a refuge and subordinate-plane system, eventually embarking on campaigns to make other worlds its vassals 234 243.

Trivia

• Lao Yao is also referred to as Igor 19 29 30 32 39.
• Lao Yao is also referred to as Old Yao 6 7 13 22.
• Lao Yao is also referred to as Old Man 11 18 19 20 31 42.
• Lao Yao is also referred to as Venerable One 30.
• Lin refers to Poison Unkillable as "Old Master" 33.
• Lin refers to Lao Yao as "Brother-in-law" 7.
• Lin refers to Lao Yao as "Old Yao" 6 13 22.
• Lin refers to Lao Yao as "Old Man" 11.
• Lin refers to Lao Yao as "Old Husband" 20.
• Lin refers to Lao Yao as "Venerable One" 30.
• Lin refers to Tang San as "damned Tang San" 5.
• Lao Yao refers to Lin as "Little brat" 11 19 22.
• Lao Yao refers to Lin as "Little friend" 6 18.
• Poison Unkillable refers to Lin as "Young friend" 29.
• Poison Unkillable refers to Lin as "Young Master" 29.
• The Sword elder refers to Lin as "Little friend" 18.
• The Sword elder refers to Lin as "Kid" 18.
• The Three-eyed Golden Pangolin is also referred to as the Devil King 13.
• The Three-eyed Golden Pangolin is also referred to as the Sacred Beast 13.
• The Ice Emperor is one of the three great Heavenly Kings of the North Pole 20.
• Lin has two souls 4.
• Lin's Soul Power reached level 15 19.
• Lin's cultivation reached level 23 26 30.
• Lin's cultivation level reached the 30th Rank after awakening his Golden Core 41.
• Lin's spiritual power is nearly 97% 13.
• Lao Yao's spiritual power was taken by Lin 45.
• Lao Yao knows about Lin's origins and asks Lin to share any Heavenly Realm information he finds 22.
• Lao Yao knows the Ice Emperor's cultivation technique 22.
• Lao Yao wants to reshape his body 4.
• Igor wants to study the Ice Emperor's bone marrow 22.
• Poison Unkillable is a Level 98 Sealed Demon 29.
• Poison Unkillable gave Lin a secret book from the highest level to help awaken his Spirit of the Second Realm 31.
• Lin obtained the highest secret of the "Poison Unkillable" in the Heavenly Realm 42.
• Lin dislikes Shi Luo Ke and fears Tang San 47.
• Tang San left a Three Realms book 39.
• Lin believes Tang San has a five-element Golden Soul Core 5.
• Lin believes Tang San has a strange aura 6.
• Lin believes Tang San has fluctuating luck 6.
• Lin believes Tang San is a "Brave" 7.
• Lin believes Tang San is a "born king" 7.
• Lin believes Tang San is a "dog" 7.
• Lin believes Tang San is a "pitiful person" 7.
• Lin believes Tang San is "arrogant and affectionate" 7.
• Lin believes Tang San is "used by others" 7.
• Lin believes Tang San is "too arrogant" 7.
• Lin believes Tang San is "a substitute for Qi Luck" 7.
• Lin believes Tang San is "a dead father" 7.
• Lin believes Tang San is "deceived back" 7.
• Lin believes Tang San's emotions are "shallow" 7.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation is "not slow" 11.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "much slower than soul power" 11.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke has "not entered the hall yet" 11.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "blocked by heaven and earth" 11.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "prevented by heaven and earth" 11.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "something blocking him" 11.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "a very good treasure" 33.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke can be used to "decipher the cultivation technique" 33.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "the hope of the Immortal Realm" 33.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "very long" 33.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke can "slowly help me grow" 33.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "not a problem" 31.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "bound to happen" 31.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "a rare talent" 31.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke has "good luck" 31.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke has "good strength" 31.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke has "good personality" 31.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "the hope of the highest sect" 31.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "not bad" 31.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "not impossible" 29.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke can "have two elders" 29.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke can "teach him something" 29.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "very strong" 45.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "still inferior to you" 45.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke can be "stronger" 45.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke can "call him out" 45.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "not boring" 13.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "a way to not be boring" 13.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "a long-term energy booster" 13.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke can "get summoned beasts without being stingy" 13.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke can "merge with himself later" 13.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "feasible" 13.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "a good thing" 5.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "a good opportunity" 5.
• Lin believes Tang San's cultivation of smoke is "a divine technique" 5.
• Lin Xiao planned to obtain a sixth Soul Ring from the Evil Eye Tyrant Overlord's clan to strengthen his mental power for alchemy 128.
• Lin Xiao considers eliminating Tang San necessary before he can truly feel at ease 128.
• Lin Xiao possesses Dragon Wings as an external spirit bone 58.
• Lin Xiao can conceal his Destiny, while Old Medicine has also concealed Xiao Linger's Destiny 128.
• Lin Xiao's sixth-flame fusion is called the Undead Dragon Azure Frost Flame 243.
• Lin Xiao restored physical bodies to Old Medicine and Electrolux using Golden Dragon King energy and World Power 243.