You

Biodata

Power Progression

Background and History

You was born visibly different from the fur-covered people around her: apart from the hair on her head, her body was bare. In her environment, thick body hair served as protection against poisonous plants and venomous insects; her difference made her an object of suspicion and nearly caused her death twice. 312

She later encounters Li Su after his blood curse activates. Wearing an animal-hide hood and carrying a sophisticated golden bone artifact, she reacts to the danger around him with an unusually cold and complicated demeanor. 316 After witnessing Li Su’s drastic transformation, she becomes wary enough to prepare to attack or flee, asking him whether he is “human or ghost.” 319

Before Li Su infiltrates the Heavenly God Festival, he sends You a warning that his actions may cause major trouble. She relays it to her team despite their skepticism and remains determined to take part in the mission for her own future. 322 Following Li Su’s alteration of the totem oath, she informs her chief that the false gods can no longer suppress humanity’s thoughts, helping spread news of the ensuing slave uprisings. 325

You later accompanies Li Su through the forest in search of exotic beasts, providing knowledge of their territories and behavior. 330 She continues assisting him after his encounter with the Blood Mosquito, showing visible concern despite his extraordinary regenerative ability. 332 As her own strength rises, she brings Li Su an exotic beast with exceptional vitality for his research. 336

Appearance

You is a human woman whose lack of body hair makes her highly unusual among her people. Her appearance is described as closer to that of a modern human than that of her fur-covered peers. 312

• Apart from the hair on her head, her body is naturally bare. 312
• Often conceals herself beneath an animal-hide hood. 316
• Has a pretty face that Li Su recognizes immediately. 319
• Her physical difference left her poorly protected against the dangers of her tribe’s environment. 312

Personality

You is regarded by her tribe as steady-tempered, capable, and reliable under pressure. Her chief considers her a carefully cultivated talent, and other tribespeople hold her in high regard. 322

She is also cautious and pragmatic. Li Su’s sudden changes make her immediately suspect danger, and she keeps her golden bone artifact ready when she cannot determine what he has become. 319 Even so, she is compassionate toward him, repeatedly showing concern after he is severely wounded. 332

Abilities and Skills

Tribal Combat Ability

You is one of her tribe’s strongest young members and eventually reaches strength comparable to a divine attendant. 322 336

• Personally trained by her tribe’s chief. 322
• Has fought exotic beasts and survived long enough to acquire several bone artifacts. 336
• Is trusted to participate in dangerous missions connected to the Heavenly God Festival. 322

Hunting and Wilderness Knowledge

You is an effective hunter with practical knowledge of the wilderness and its threats. 327 330

• Hunts and prepares fresh meat for Li Su. 327
• Explains the rarity, territorial range, and appetite of exotic beasts during the search for one. 330
• Identifies abnormal conditions when both exotic beasts and ordinary animals become scarce. 330

Equipment

• Golden bone artifact — A high-grade bone artifact with dense, intricate internal patterns; Li Su senses it as a direct threat when You draws it. 316
• Bone artifacts — Several artifacts acquired from battles with exotic beasts. 336
• Animal-hide hood — Clothing she uses when concealing herself in beast-like form. 316

Relationships

• Li Su — A cautious ally and traveling companion. She warns others of his plans, hunts alongside him, assists his search for exotic beasts, and worries over his injuries. Li Su identifies her as the first woman in that world to stir his heart. 316 322 330 332
• Her tribe’s chief — Her leader and mentor figure; he personally nurtures her as one of the tribe’s foremost young talents. 322
• Her tribe — She serves as a trusted source of information, reporting the consequences of Li Su’s altered totem oath to the chief. 325

Notable Quotes

“Are you human or ghost?” 319