Bai

Biodata

Power Progression

History

Bai first meets Zhu Yu at a gathering held while Law Enforcement disciples dispose of a cultivator killed by the ghosts he had raised. Unlike several of the other attendees, Bai responds warmly, introduces himself as Zhu Yu's neighbor, and explains that the gathering is a customary “feast.” 32

Later, Bai rushes to inform Zhu Yu that a batch of corpse seeds has arrived at the Corpse Grotto. He rides Little Black with Zhu Yu to reach the site quickly and explains why Qingping Sect cultivators are particularly valuable corpse seeds: their dantian spiritual-power sources have been removed, lowering their purchase price despite their value as future living corpses. 41 42

Bai remains involved in Zhu Yu's corpse-puppet operations. He identifies Big Goblin corpse seeds as low-grade specimens with powerful but comparatively clumsy bodies, then uses a copper bell to inspect Zhu Yu's Purple-Veined Snake-Person living corpses after Zhu Yu withdraws his Corpse Control Art. 136

He also obtains a Dragon-Blooded Kobold Warrior corpse seed for Zhu Yu after appealing to his seventh grand-uncle. Bai explains that the corpse reached the Corpse Hall only because its bloodline and origin had already been drained. 137

Appearance

Bai is a stout, fair-skinned youth with a build comparable to Liang Kuan's. 32

• Fair-skinned and plump. 32
• Physically large and sturdy. 32

Personality

Bai is approachable and cooperative toward Zhu Yu, readily sharing information about newly arrived corpse seeds and helping inspect cultivated corpses. 32 41 136

He is practical in matters of resources. When Zhu Yu's Starry Wood becomes valuable, Bai joins Xiang Sui and Liang Kuan in rejecting Zang Hai's attempt to monopolize its products, then proposes valuing the wood by comparison with pills of similar effect. 132 133

Abilities & Skills

Corpse-Seed Knowledge

Bai can identify the quality and traits of corpse seeds, including Big Goblins, Purple-Veined Snake-People, and Dragon-Blooded Kobold Warriors. 136 137

• Distinguishes Big Goblins as low-grade corpse seeds with strong bodies but limited agility. 136
• Explains that Dragon-Blooded Kobold Warriors possess mixed dragon blood when alive. 137
• Understands the market value of Qingping Sect cultivators as living-corpse materials. 42

Living-Corpse Inspection

Bai uses a copper bell while examining Zhu Yu's Purple-Veined Snake-Person living corpses. 136

• Requires Zhu Yu to withdraw his Corpse Control Art before beginning the inspection. 136
• Channels spiritual energy into the bell during the examination. 136

Equipment / Items

• Copper bell — used to inspect Purple-Veined Snake-Person living corpses. 136

Relationships

• Zhu Yu — Neighboring fellow cultivator and collaborator in corpse-puppet matters; Bai brings him news of valuable corpse seeds, assists with inspections, and secures a Dragon-Blooded Kobold corpse seed for him. 32 41 136 137
• Xiang Sui — Fellow associate who joins Bai and Liang Kuan in purchasing Starry Wood products and congratulating Zhu Yu on reaching Qi Refining Great Perfection. 132 133 141
• Liang Kuan — Fellow associate who joins Bai in negotiating a fair price for Starry Wood and visiting Zhu Yu. 132 133 141
• Zang Hai — Resource competitor; Bai opposes Zang Hai's attempt to purchase all products of Zhu Yu's Starry Wood. 132