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Contents
Biodata
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Xiao Wu (小舞) |
| Species/Race | Hundred-thousand-year soul beast disguised as a child |
| Gender | Female |
| Affiliation | Lin Fan's group; later one of Lin Fan's wives |
| Occupation/Role | Soul master; Lin Fan's companion |
| Status | Alive |
| First Appearance | 4 |
Background / History
Xiao Wu meets Lin Fan at Notting Academy, where she immediately challenges him to a playful fight. Although she resents Lin Fan after he humiliates her, she gradually accepts his strength and becomes closer to him. 4 5
At the academy, she objects strongly to anyone ordering rabbit meat because her spirit is a rabbit. 6 9 She later accompanies Lin Fan into the Soul Hunting Forest and is distressed by the soul beasts he kills. Her sympathy persuades him to spare Tang San and Yu Xiaogang. 7
Xiao Wu travels with Lin Fan to Soto City and Shrek Academy. Their bond becomes explicitly romantic; she calls him “Brother Lin Fan,” later refers to him as her husband, and remains part of his growing group. 10 She also befriends Zhu Zhuqing and supports Lin Fan's relationship with her. 12
During the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament period, Xiao Wu accompanies Lin Fan and his companions to Heaven Dou City and later into the Star Dou Forest to obtain spirit rings. 29 42 There, she identifies Rui'er as the Emperor Auspicious Beast in human form and helps Lin Fan protect her. 43
Spirit Hall becomes a direct threat to Xiao Wu when Bibi Dong orders six Title Douluo to capture her and kill Lin Fan. Lin Fan openly opposes Bibi Dong to protect Xiao Wu. 64 Her connection to the Star Dou Forest remains central when she senses Da Ming and Er Ming are in danger from Bibi Dong's forces. 105
Lin Fan eventually reveals that he can revive Xiao Wu's mother, Da Wu. Da Wu is restored in Chapter 116 after Bibi Dong gives up a soul bone and soul ring, allowing Xiao Wu and her mother to reunite. 55 116
Personality
Xiao Wu is playful, competitive, and initially quick to take offense when Lin Fan humiliates or teases her. 4 5 She is also compassionate toward soul beasts, as shown by her reaction to the slaughter in the Soul Hunting Forest and her concern for Da Ming and Er Ming. 7 105
She is fiercely attached to her loved ones. Her gratitude and affection for Lin Fan deepen after he promises to revive Da Wu, while her actions surrounding Da Ming and Er Ming show that she has not abandoned her ties to the soul-beast world. 55 105 116
Abilities & Skills
Soul-Beast Knowledge
As a hundred-thousand-year soul beast, Xiao Wu recognizes important soul-beast figures and understands their significance.
- Identifies Rui'er as the Emperor Auspicious Beast in human form. 43
- Maintains a deep connection with Da Ming and Er Ming and senses when they are endangered. 105
- Reacts strongly to harm done to soul beasts. 7
Soul Master Combat
Xiao Wu is introduced as strong and competitive enough to challenge Lin Fan at Notting Academy.
- Challenges Lin Fan to a fight upon meeting him. 4
- Travels with Lin Fan's group to obtain spirit rings in the Star Dou Forest. 42
Relationships
- Lin Fan — Initially an adversarial academy acquaintance, then his close companion, wife, and member of his group. Lin Fan protects her from Spirit Hall and revives her mother. 4 10 55 64 116
- Da Wu — Her mother. Xiao Wu is reunited with her after Lin Fan restores Da Wu to life. 55 116
- Tang San — A fellow Notting Academy student whose jealousy grows as Xiao Wu becomes close to Lin Fan. 5
- Zhu Zhuqing — A friend who becomes close to Xiao Wu; Xiao Wu supports Zhu Zhuqing's developing relationship with Lin Fan. 12
- Rui'er — Xiao Wu recognizes her identity as the Emperor Auspicious Beast and helps protect her with Lin Fan. 43
- Da Ming and Er Ming — Soul-beast companions whose danger Xiao Wu senses, prompting her and Lin Fan to return to the Star Dou Forest. 105
- Bibi Dong — An enemy who orders Xiao Wu's capture; later relinquishes power needed for Da Wu's revival. 64 116
Story Role / Major Arcs
Notting Academy
- Meets Lin Fan, challenges him, and becomes involved in Dorm Seven's conflicts. 4 5
- Forbids the dormitory members from ordering rabbit meat. 6 9
Soul Hunting Forest
- Accompanies Lin Fan during his interference with Tang San's soul-ring hunt.
- Her sympathy for slain soul beasts influences Lin Fan to spare Tang San and Yu Xiaogang. 7
Soto City and Lin Fan's Group
- Travels with Lin Fan to Soto City, where their relationship becomes romantic. 10
- Helps Zhu Zhuqing settle into their group and offers support regarding Lin Fan. 12
Star Dou Forest and Spirit Hall Conflict
- Joins Lin Fan's party in the Star Dou Forest and helps identify and protect Rui'er. 42 43
- Becomes a target of Bibi Dong and Spirit Hall during the tournament conflict. 64
- Returns to the forest with Lin Fan after sensing Da Ming and Er Ming are under threat. 105
Da Wu's Revival
- Learns that Lin Fan intends to revive her mother. 55
- Reunites with Da Wu after Bibi Dong sacrifices a soul bone and soul ring for the revival. 116