Great Elder

Biodata

Background / History

The Great Elder has two grandsons, Xiao Chen and Xiao Ning. Although Xiao Ning was jealous of Xiao Chen, the Great Elder's affection for Xiao Chen remained unchanged even after Xiao Chen's cultivation fell to the third stage of Dou Disciple. 1

When Xiao Ning falsely reported that Xiao Chen had died in the Magical Beast Mountain Range, the Great Elder was devastated and ordered concern for his grandson's fate. He was greatly relieved when Xiao Chen returned unharmed. 1

Xiao Ning was later found dead after being mauled by a Tier 5 Magical Beast. The Great Elder was grief-stricken by the loss of the grandson he had raised since childhood. 5 6

Abilities & Skills

Dou Qi Cultivation

The Great Elder is a three-star Dou Grandmaster. 11

• He was willing to confront Jialie Bi, a five-star Dou Grandmaster, to protect Xiao Chen despite the two-star difference in cultivation. 11
• His attempt to block Jialie Bi's attack left him severely injured and coughing blood. 11
• After two days of rest, he had recovered most of his strength. 12

Equipment / Items

• Profound-Tier Advanced cultivation technique — Given to him by Xiao Chen before the latter departed for the Tagor Desert. 12

Relationships

• Xiao Chen — Grandson. The Great Elder consistently worries for and protects him, including refusing Jialie Bi's demand to hand Xiao Chen over. 1 7 11
• Xiao Ning — Grandson. He was deeply devastated by Xiao Ning's death in the Magical Beast Mountain Range. 5 6
• Xiao Zhan — Xiao Clan Head. Xiao Zhan offered condolences after Xiao Ning's death and was present when the Great Elder received Xiao Chen's cultivation technique. 6 12
• Jialie Bi — Enemy. The Great Elder opposed his demand for Xiao Chen and was injured while intercepting his attack. 11

Story Role / Major Arcs

• Magical Beast Mountain Range incident — Believes Xiao Ning's report that Xiao Chen has died, then personally checks Xiao Chen for injuries upon his return. 1
• Xiao Ning's death — Mourns Xiao Ning after the body is recovered from the Magical Beast Mountain Range. 5 6
• Jialie Clan confrontation — Refuses to surrender Xiao Chen to Jialie Bi and fights to protect his grandson, suffering serious injuries. 11
• Xiao Chen's departure — Receives a Profound-Tier Advanced cultivation technique from Xiao Chen and reluctantly allows him to leave the Xiao Clan. 12

Trivia

• The elder is called the First Elder in the early account of Xiao Chen's return, while later passages identify him as the Great Elder. 1