Chrysanthemum Douluo

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Yue Guan (月关) 13
Alias(es)	Chrysanthemum Douluo; Elder Chrysanthemum; Grandpa Ju 11 20
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Martial Soul Hall 11
Occupation/Role	Titled Douluo; Martial Soul Hall elder; protector and trainer of Hu Liena, Xie Yue, Yan, and Xiao Chen 11 33 36
Martial Soul	Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum 13
Status	Alive
First Appearance	Chapter 11

Background / History

Yue Guan entered the Star Dou Forest to secure Hu Liena’s fourth spirit ring, accompanied by Hu Liena and Xie Yue. While leaving the forest, he detected Xiao Chen being pursued by a three-thousand-year Thunder Pattern Leopard and initially prepared to rescue him. His excitement at discovering Xiao Chen’s Twin Martial Souls became anger and disappointment when he saw that all four of Xiao Chen’s rings were ten-year White Spirit Rings. 11

He continued observing rather than intervening immediately, recognizing that Xiao Chen had not exhausted his options. Yue Guan witnessed Xiao Chen use both martial souls simultaneously, fuse four spirit skills into a single arrow, and escape through an extreme burst of speed. After Xiao Chen collapsed from overdrawing his spirit power and mental energy, Yue Guan caught him with his spirit power and confirmed that he was not in mortal danger. 12

Believing Fabia Academy had irresponsibly allowed a Twin Martial Soul master to attach rings to his second martial soul alone, Yue Guan threatened Chu Ruolan’s group. He calmed down upon learning Xiao Chen was not their student, then compensated the group with Gold Soul Coins for bringing Xiao Chen into the Star Dou Forest. 13

Yue Guan brought Xiao Chen to Martial Soul Hall’s orbit, encouraged him to join the organization, and reported his extraordinary circumstances to Bibi Dong. He believed Xiao Chen’s Bow and Arrow martial souls were uniquely compatible and that their natural complementarity enabled his simultaneous martial soul use and self-contained Spirit Skill Fusion. 14 15 16

Appearance

Yue Guan is a slender, upright man with delicate, handsome features and an effeminate beauty. He favors flamboyant, luxurious robes decorated with chrysanthemum patterns. 11

• Wears a distinctive chrysanthemum-patterned robe. 11
• Has a refined, elegant appearance despite his overwhelming presence as a Titled Douluo. 11 20
• Conceals himself in a black robe when intervening in public conflicts. 20

Personality

Yue Guan is fiercely protective of Martial Soul Hall’s promising younger generation. He was enraged by the apparent mishandling of Xiao Chen’s Twin Martial Souls, personally investigated the circumstances, and quickly moved to secure Xiao Chen for Martial Soul Hall. 11 12 13

He values talent but does not shield his juniors from every danger. During the Lu Family conflict, he intentionally allowed the enemy to pursue Xiao Chen’s group so that the four could gain real combat experience, while covertly ensuring they had protection. 43 45

His affection for Hu Liena is overt; he permits her requests when safe and is addressed by her as “Grandpa Ju.” 11 He is also deeply obsessed with rare flowers and immortal herbs, reacting with reverence and restraint upon seeing plants of exceptional quality. 56 102 105

Abilities & Skills

Titled Douluo Power

Yue Guan possesses nine spirit rings—two yellow, two purple, and five black—and can suppress lower-level soul masters with overwhelming pressure. 20

• Used his aura to pin the Level 53 Soul King Su Ming to the ground before killing him for attempting to murder Xiao Chen. 19 20
• Can fly while carrying multiple people with his soul power. 11 21
• Can conceal his group’s presence from both Xiao Chen and the Thunder Pattern Leopard while observing them. 11
• Can use spiritual power to project Xiao Chen’s image and assess whether Chu Ruolan was lying. 12 13

Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum

Yue Guan’s martial soul is the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, a flower-type martial soul that reflects his extensive knowledge and passion for rare flora. 13 102

• Immediately recognized the Nine-Orifice Illusion Heart Lotus as a supreme immortal herb, despite not knowing its name. 56
• Has searched for a Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum for years, believing it could help him break through his soul power bottleneck and potentially challenge the Limit Douluo realm. 102
• Showed unusual restraint when Dugu Bo offered access to the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum near the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, insisting he only wished to see it rather than pick it. 105

Combat Guidance and Protection

Yue Guan serves as a battlefield supervisor and mentor for Xiao Chen’s group.

• Explained the conventional limitations of Twin Martial Souls and Spirit Skill usage, helping contextualize Xiao Chen’s anomalous abilities. 12 15 16
• Arranged Xiao Chen’s arena training, including solo, duo, and group matches under the identities “Mystic Spear” and “Absolute String.” 32 33
• Was ordered by Bibi Dong to protect Xiao Chen alongside Ghost Douluo during the group’s travels. 36
• Took command of the Martial Soul Hall branch in Heavenly Dou City while leaving Platinum Bishop Salas as its public representative. 59

Equipment / Items

• Concealment Pendant — A silver-white pendant bearing Bibi Dong’s spiritual imprint; Yue Guan gave it to Xiao Chen so ordinary Titled Douluos could not determine his true cultivation level or rank. 30
• Mid-Grade Soul Artifact — One of two Mid-Grade soul artifacts forged by Xiao Chen for Yue Guan and Ghost Douluo. 99

Relationships

• Xiao Chen — Discovers Xiao Chen in the Star Dou Forest, recruits him into Martial Soul Hall, and becomes one of his principal protectors. Yue Guan values Xiao Chen’s opinion and trusts his unexplained abilities and secrets. 14 20 36 98
• Hu Liena — Her senior protector and mentor figure; she calls him “Grandpa Ju.” He accompanied her to obtain her fourth spirit ring and shows clear affection for her. 11
• Xie Yue — Protector and mentor during Xie Yue’s training alongside Hu Liena and Xiao Chen. 11 14
• Yan — Oversees Yan’s combat training and travels with him as part of Xiao Chen’s team. 33 36
• Bibi Dong — Serves the Pope of Martial Soul Hall and acts on her orders to bring, train, and protect Xiao Chen. 16 36
• Ghost Douluo — Longtime fellow Titled Douluo and frequent verbal sparring partner; they jointly protect Xiao Chen’s group and previously pursued Dugu Bo together. 21 36 49
• Dugu Bo — Former enemy whom Yue Guan and Ghost Douluo once nearly killed. Yue Guan later delivers Martial Soul Hall’s apology and welcomes Dugu Bo as a Guest Elder. 49 105
• Golden Crocodile Douluo — A senior member of Martial Soul Hall’s Worship Hall whom Yue Guan respectfully addresses as the Second Worship. 99

Story Role / Major Arcs

Discovery and Recruitment of Xiao Chen

Yue Guan’s discovery of Xiao Chen establishes Xiao Chen’s connection to Martial Soul Hall. His investigation reveals Xiao Chen’s Twin Martial Souls, four White Spirit Rings, and unprecedented ability to combine martial souls and spirit skills. 11 12 13

He brings Xiao Chen into Martial Soul Hall, supports Bibi Dong’s decision to take him as a personal disciple, and becomes convinced that Xiao Chen’s Bow and Arrow martial souls represent a uniquely harmonious form of Twin Martial Souls. 14 16 21

Canghui Academy Conflict

Yue Guan secretly guards Xiao Chen during the conflict with Canghui Academy. When Su Ming attempts to kill Xiao Chen, Yue Guan suppresses him with Titled Douluo pressure and kills him after Xiao Chen gives the order. 19 20

Arena Training and Lu Family Incident

Yue Guan organizes the group’s battle training across major soul arenas, intending to develop their teamwork and combat judgment through both regulated matches and life-or-death encounters. 33

When the Lu Family targets Xiao Chen’s group, Yue Guan deliberately refuses open protection so the juniors can prove themselves. However, he and Ghost Douluo remain nearby to prevent a genuine catastrophe. 43 45

Sunset Forest and Reconciliation with Dugu Bo

Yue Guan warns Xiao Chen about Dugu Bo and the danger of entering Sunset Forest because of Martial Soul Hall’s past pursuit of the Poison Douluo. 49

After Dugu Bo joins Martial Soul Hall, Yue Guan and Ghost Douluo formally convey Bibi Dong’s apology and offer Dugu Bo the independent status of Guest Elder. 105

Immortal Herbs and Martial Soul Hall’s Future

Yue Guan’s knowledge of flowers and herbs makes him especially sensitive to the value of Xiao Chen’s immortal treasures. He recognizes the significance of the Nine-Orifice Illusion Heart Lotus, becomes captivated by the immortal plants Xiao Chen later produces, and learns that a Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum exists near the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well. 56 102

Though upset that Tang San’s group obtains immortal herbs from the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, he accepts Xiao Chen’s confidence that stronger resources and superior strength remain on their side. 106

Trivia

• Yue Guan initially considered destroying Fabia Academy because he believed it had allowed Xiao Chen to endanger himself by attaching rings to his second martial soul. 13
• He judged Xiao Chen’s four-skill arrow fusion to be more difficult than the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect’s Seven Orifices Glazed Heart split-control technique. 12
• He benefits from sensing Xiao Chen and Hu Liena’s Triple Martial Soul Fusion meditation, which causes Yue Guan’s long-stagnant spirit power to show signs of loosening. 49
• He considers Xiao Chen a “lucky star” because of the repeated opportunities and insights gained through accompanying him. 49