Gu Xun'er

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Gu Xun'er (古薰儿)
Alias(es)	Xun'er; Xiao Xun Er
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Ancient Clan
Status	Alive
First Appearance	161

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Dou Huang	810	Yao Chen states that she had been at the Dou Huang realm when she previously departed.
Four-star Dou Zun	810	Reunites with Xiao Yan after advancing from Dou Huang to Four-star Dou Zun over roughly seven and a half years.
Three-star Dou Zun	824	Overwhelms Zi Yan in repeated encounters; her Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame makes her especially difficult to confront.
Three-turn Dou Zun	1041	Her cultivation is described as slightly above Lin Feng's, though recently elevated and not yet fully stable.
Late one-star Dou Sheng	1107	Reveals her cultivation to Xiao Yan after his own Dou Sheng breakthrough.
Three-star Dou Sheng	1233 1262	Advances during the Pure Lotus Demonic Flame-related events; later considers herself unable to oppose Lin Feng or Gu Dao directly.
Peak seven-star Dou Sheng	1235	Appears to pressure Lin Feng for information concerning the Emperor Soul Realm.
Five-star Dou Sheng	1303	Lin Feng identifies her strength during her visit following the Ancient Clan–Soul Clan conflict.

Background / History

Gu Xun'er is the eldest daughter of the Ancient Clan and possesses a bloodline cultivated by the clan over generations. At her coming-of-age ceremony, her bloodline reaches the peak of the ninth grade and is identified as Divine-grade, making her one of the Ancient Clan's most valuable younger-generation members. The other Ancient Races view this result as a major future threat. 1038

She is closely attached to Xiao Yan, whom she consistently calls “Brother Xiao Yan.” After returning to the Ancient Clan, she uses her influence and available personnel to search for Heavenly Flames for him, though these efforts initially cost the lives of two Ancient Clan Dou Zuns and lead to her punishment. 333 518 526 548

Gu Xun'er later explains that the Xiao Clan was once one of the eight ancient Dou Di bloodline families. She helps arrange an agreement under which Xiao Yan can obtain three Heavenly Flames from the Ancient Clan in exchange for cooperation, prioritizing his advancement over the political strain between their clans. 648 649 651

Her hostility toward Lin Feng develops after recognizing him as a former servant from Wutan City whose growth far exceeded her expectations. She regrets not having eliminated him when he was weak and repeatedly seeks opportunities to weaken or kill him for threatening Xiao Yan. 642 1021

At the Ancient Clan's coming-of-age gathering, Gu Xun'er attempts to lure Lin Feng into a duel with access to the Heaven Tomb and valuable resources. Despite extensive preparation and the use of her strongest techniques, she is defeated; Gu Yi stops the fight before she is seriously harmed. 1038 1043

Following the Pure Lotus Demonic Flame incident, Gu Xun'er enters a series of coercive and transactional dealings with Lin Feng in pursuit of resources and information that could help Xiao Yan reach the Emperor Soul Realm. Neither party trusts the other, and Gu Xun'er continues to look for ways to use the arrangement to benefit Xiao Yan and the Ancient Clan. 1231 1233 1258 1262

After Xiao Yan is killed by the Soul Clan, Gu Xun'er's grief turns into intensified hatred of the Soul Clan. She chooses to use the Tushe Ancient Emperor Jade to rescue her uncle and other captives rather than immediately pursue revenge. 1289

Appearance

Gu Xun'er is repeatedly described as a peerlessly beautiful young woman with an ethereal, noble presence associated with her Ancient Clan bloodline. Her bearing is compared to that of ancient royalty or an otherworldly immortal. 824 956

• Usually wears a plain pale cyan, light green, or light purple dress rather than lavish clothing. 824 956 1021
• Has long dark hair, commonly tied with a light purple ribbon. 824 956
• Her beauty is paired with an innate aura of authority and nobility. 824 956
• Golden flame can flash from her eyes while cultivating or preparing for battle. 633
• Wields a golden flame longsword in combat. 824

Personality

Gu Xun'er is fiercely devoted to Xiao Yan. She repeatedly mobilizes Ancient Clan resources, rescues him from danger, and risks punishment or political consequences to accelerate his cultivation. 518 647 812 956

Her loyalty is accompanied by pride in the Ancient Clan's status and resources. During her battle with Lin Feng, she openly argues that the Ancient Clan's inherited power and monopoly on cultivation resources justify its supremacy. 1041

She is also calculating and persistent. When direct pressure fails, she changes tactics—offering resources, setting traps through duels, and negotiating alliances or exchanges to secure advantages for Xiao Yan and her clan. 1038 1039 1232 1303

Despite her confidence, Gu Xun'er can act impulsively when Xiao Yan is threatened. Her elders repeatedly attempt to temper her emotions and preserve a more strategic approach. 956 1218

Abilities & Skills

Divine-grade Bloodline

Gu Xun'er's Divine-grade Ancient Clan bloodline grants exceptional potential and makes her central to the clan's future.

• Reaches the peak of the ninth-grade bloodline at her coming-of-age ceremony. 1038
• Causes concern among other Ancient Races, who fear the Ancient Clan gaining additional Dou Sheng experts. 1038
• Supports an exceptionally fast cultivation rate compared with ordinary cultivators. 897

Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame

Gu Xun'er possesses the Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame, a legacy Heavenly Flame of the Ancient Clan ranked fourth on the Heavenly Flame list. 826

• Produces an oppressive golden flame aura. 633
• Is strong enough that Zi Yan repeatedly retreats rather than defeat her directly. 824
• Cannot be wagered or transferred because it is an Ancient Clan legacy flame. 1039
• Is used to form a golden flame longsword in battle. 824

Soul Cultivation

Gu Xun'er possesses advanced soul power.

• Reveals a Heavenly Soul Realm during her duel with Lin Feng. 1041
• Later seeks the Soul of the Heaven Tomb as a means to help Xiao Yan advance to the Emperor Soul Realm. 1259

Golden Emperor Heavenly Descent Palm

A Heavenly Grade Dou Skill fueled by dense golden flames. 1041

• Used against Lin Feng during their arena duel. 1041
• Demonstrates the offensive force of her Ancient Clan inheritance. 1041

Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Array

Gu Xun'er's strongest documented formation technique. 1042

• Created after she retreats from Lin Feng's close-range pressure. 1042
• Culminates in the attack Incinerate the Heavens. 1042
• Is ultimately overcome during her duel with Lin Feng. 1043

Essence Blood Enhancement

Gu Xun'er can burn or use her Essence Blood to strengthen a Dou Skill.

• Severely injures Hun Feng. 1218
• Damages her own life force, making it a costly measure. 1218

Equipment / Items

• Golden flame longsword — weapon formed from the Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame. 824
• Half-Saint Cold Snow Ice Silkworm soft armor — protective armor made from the snow silk of a Half-Saint-level Cold Snow Ice Silkworm. 1042
• Storage Ring — used to present duel stakes and transport valuable resources. 1039

Relationships

• Xiao Yan — Her closest companion and primary motivation. She searches for Heavenly Flames, rescues him repeatedly, and works to secure resources for his growth. 333 649 956 1107
• Lin Feng — Long-standing enemy and later an unwilling transactional partner. She seeks revenge against him for his actions against Xiao Yan, but repeatedly negotiates with him for information and resources. 642 1021 1232 1303
• Ling Ying — Loyal Ancient Clan elder who reports on Xiao Yan's circumstances and gathers intelligence for Gu Xun'er. 633 1021
• Gu Yi — Ancient Clan Dou Sheng elder who protects her during the duel with Lin Feng and declares her defeated before the battle becomes more dangerous. 1043
• Gu Nanhai — Her grandfather; attempts to protect Xiao Yan despite frustration with Gu Xun'er's disregard for his wishes. 1218
• Gu Dao — One of the Ancient Clan's Three Immortals; intervenes when Lin Feng holds Gu Xun'er but ultimately leaves to consult the clan leadership. 1261
• Zi Yan — Rival combatant who repeatedly clashes with Gu Xun'er and is unable to overcome her Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame. 824 826

Story Role / Major Arcs

Support of Xiao Yan

Gu Xun'er supports Xiao Yan's growth from a distance by sending Ancient Clan experts to locate Heavenly Flames. The mission's casualties result in punishment, but she continues pursuing a larger agreement that would grant him three Heavenly Flames. 518 526 548 649

Conflict with Lin Feng

After recognizing Lin Feng's rapid rise, Gu Xun'er views him as a growing danger to Xiao Yan. She saves Xiao Yan from Lin Feng's near-defeat, later plans to use Gu Qingyang against Lin Feng, and finally challenges Lin Feng personally in the Ancient Realm. 642 956 1021 1038

Ancient Realm Duel

Gu Xun'er offers access to the Heaven Tomb, a ninth-tier Magical Beast carcass, Heavenly Grade Dou Skills, a fire-attribute Magic Core, and an eight-colored raw stone to induce Lin Feng to accept a duel. Her preparations allow her to anticipate his techniques, but Lin Feng withstands her array and defeats her. 1038 1044

Emperor Soul Realm Pursuit

After the Pure Lotus Demonic Flame conflict, Gu Xun'er seeks information on an item that can advance a cultivator from the Great Perfection Heaven Realm to the Emperor Soul Realm. She learns that the relevant object is the Soul of the Heaven Tomb and continues making agreements intended to help Xiao Yan obtain this opportunity. 1232 1233 1258 1259

War Against the Soul Clan

Gu Xun'er supports the Ancient Clan's struggle against the Soul Clan and seeks Lin Feng's assistance after Xiao Yan's death. Her stated goal is to strengthen the Ancient Clan sufficiently to oppose the Soul Clan and reclaim the Tushe Ancient Emperor Jade. 1289 1303 1304

Trivia

• Gu Xun'er gave Xiao Yan a low-tier Earth Tier movement skill early in the story. 161
• She publicly provides compensation to Little Doctor Fairy following the Ancient Clan's agreement with Xiao Yan. 651
• Her cultivation resources are later reduced by roughly thirty to forty percent as Ancient Clan elders shift more hope toward Gu Qingyang. 1191
• Lin Feng's victory over her is described as the first defeat of a top genius of an Ancient Race by someone outside those bloodlines since the Central Continent's decline. 1046