Long Xiaoyao

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Long Xiaoyao (龙逍遥)
Alias(es)	Elder Long; Chief Worshipper
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Holy Spirit Cult
Occupation/Role	Limit Douluo; Level 99 Ultimate Douluo; Chief Worshipper; Ye Xishui's long-standing guardian
First Appearance	Chapter 3

Power Progression

Period	Cultivation / Development	Evidence
Chapter 3	Identified as the continent's Ultimate Douluo possessing the Dark Sacred Dragon martial soul.	3
Star Dou Great Forest Incident	Releases the aura of a Level 99 Ultimate Douluo and subdues high-level soul beasts, including the Three-Eyed Golden Lion and Scarlet King.	10 11
Evil Demon Forest Soul-Ring Hunt	Demonstrates precise control over dark dragon-shaped attacks, immobilizing approximately fifty-thousand-year-old soul beasts so Mu Feng can kill and absorb them safely.	79

Background / History

Long Xiaoyao's past was bound to Ye Xishui and Mu En through a drunken entanglement that destroyed their relationship. Believing himself partly responsible for Ye Xishui's descent into the Holy Spirit Cult, he spent decades silently guarding her as an act of atonement. Outside matters concerning Ye Xishui, he generally remained detached from the cult's affairs. 8

He first encountered Mu Feng after the destruction of a Holy Spirit Cult branch in the Heaven Dou Empire. Recognizing Mu Feng's unusual composure, he brought him to Ye Xishui and discovered that the child possessed innate soul power at Rank 20—a phenomenon he connected to the legendary Six-Winged Angel martial soul. 3 4

Although Long Xiaoyao initially treated Mu Feng as Ye Xishui's responsibility, he gradually took an interest in the boy's resilience and personality. Over three years, Mu Feng repeatedly sought his cultivation advice; their connection developed into a relationship that was part mentorship, friendship, and grandfather-grandson bond. 6 8

Mu Feng's years at Shrek Academy further deepened this attachment. Long Xiaoyao eagerly awaited Mu Feng's monthly letters, privately finding the letters addressed to him more meaningful and entertaining than those Mu Feng sent to Ye Xishui and Zhongli Wu. He arrived days early for their planned reunion in the Ming Dou Forest and was openly pleased by Mu Feng's return. 69

Appearance

Long Xiaoyao is a tall, upright elderly man with an approachable, kindly bearing that conceals his identity as an evil soul master. 3

• Silver hair, meticulously combed. 3
• Rosy complexion described as youthful despite his age. 3
• Long eyebrows hanging beside his cheeks. 3
• Usually stands with his hands clasped behind his back. 3
• In battle, black dragon scales cover his right arm. 10

Personality

Long Xiaoyao is ordinarily reserved, indifferent, and reluctant to interfere in Holy Spirit Cult affairs. His decades of remaining by Ye Xishui's side stem from remorse rather than ideological devotion. 4 8

He is perceptive toward Mu Feng and notices details in the boy's emotional restraint that others overlook. Though outwardly cold, he is patient with Mu Feng's questions, listens to his differing opinions, and shows subtle humor, such as laughing at Mu Feng's names for Xiao Bai and Xiao Hei. 4 6 8

His loyalty to Ye Xishui defines his limits. When the Three-Eyed Golden Lion's knowledge threatened the location of the Holy Spirit Cult headquarters and Ye Xishui's safety, Long Xiaoyao became immediately hostile despite the potential consequences of harming the Auspicious Beast. 12

Mu Feng's presence has gradually restored some of Long Xiaoyao's former warmth. He expresses his care in awkward, indirect ways: reading Mu Feng's letters repeatedly, arriving early to meet him, trying unsuccessfully to visit him during cultivation, and taking interest in the friends Mu Feng mentions from Shrek Academy. 69 75 76

Though generally detached from worldly concerns, he is attentive and practical when guiding Mu Feng. He insists that Mu Feng select soul rings compatible with his martial souls, teaches him to refine his spiritual perception, and personally protects him during dangerous soul-ring absorptions. 9 78 79

Abilities & Skills

Dark Sacred Dragon Martial Soul

Long Xiaoyao possesses the Dark Sacred Dragon martial soul and stands among the continent's highest-ranked soul masters. 3 10

• His released aura identifies him as a Level 99 Ultimate Douluo. 10
• He manifests black dragon scales over his arm in combat. 10
• He can form several black dragons to bind and immobilize the Three-Eyed Golden Lion. 10
• He can manifest dark dragon-shaped attacks to completely pin and seal powerful soul beasts, including the Dark Erosion Demon Spider and Bone-Rot Evil Crow. 79

Dark Domain

Long Xiaoyao can release a pitch-black Dark Domain to suppress attacks and opponents. 10

• Instantly erased Scarlet King's three streams of flame without sound. 10
• Prevented Scarlet King from rescuing the restrained Three-Eyed Golden Lion. 10
• Allows him to dominate confrontations with powerful soul beasts. 10 11

Soul Power Appraisal and Cultivation Guidance

Long Xiaoyao can use his soul power and perception to assess a soul master's condition. 3 8

• Determined that Mu Feng possessed innate soul power at Rank 20. 3
• Examined the progress of Mu Feng's meridians after three years of cultivation. 8
• Guided Mu Feng on choosing soul rings compatible with his martial soul's attributes. 9
• Taught Mu Feng to condense spiritual power into finer threads in order to detect hidden soul beasts and improve spiritual perception. 79
• Evaluated the compatibility of Mu Feng's Fallen Angel martial soul with dark-attribute soul beasts and control-oriented soul skills. 78 79

Soul Beast Hunting and Protection

Long Xiaoyao possesses extensive knowledge of soul beasts and routinely serves as Mu Feng's protector during soul-ring hunts. 9 78 79

• Led Mu Feng from the Evil Demon Forest to the Star Dou Great Forest after determining that suitable light-attribute soul beasts were scarce near the Holy Spirit Cult headquarters. 9
• Selected the Dark Erosion Demon Spider as a suitable control-oriented soul beast for Mu Feng's Fallen Angel martial soul. 78
• Restrained powerful soul beasts without killing them, allowing Mu Feng to make the final strike and absorb their soul rings in peak condition. 79

Relationships

• Ye Xishui — Long Xiaoyao's central attachment; he has guarded her for decades out of guilt over his role in her past and prioritizes her safety above broader consequences. Their shared memories and unresolved pain continue to define their relationship, even when Ye Xishui retreats behind her identity as the Holy Spirit Cult's Supreme Leader. 4 8 12 76
• Mu Feng — Initially the gifted child he delivered to Ye Xishui; later his cultivation mentee and a figure for whom he develops grandfatherly affection. Long Xiaoyao eagerly reads Mu Feng's letters, waits early for their reunions, and personally escorts him on increasingly dangerous soul-ring hunts. 3 6 8 9 69 78 79
• Mu En — His past relationship with Mu En was destroyed alongside his bond with Ye Xishui; Mu En once told him the secret of the Six-Winged Angel's Rank 20 innate soul power. 3 4 8
• Scarlet King — Opponent during the Star Dou Great Forest confrontation; Long Xiaoyao easily countered his ambush and refused to yield to his threats. 10 11
• Three-Eyed Golden Lion / Di Qiuli — Initially captured and restrained by Long Xiaoyao; he later accepted an exchange for her release after she agreed to keep Mu Feng's secrets. 10 12 13
• Bi Ji — Maintained a cautious but respectful exchange with her while she offered protection during Mu Feng's soul-ring absorption. 13 14
• Xiao Bai and Xiao Hei — Mu Feng's guards recognize Long Xiaoyao's authority and report Mu Feng's condition to him during periods of harsh cultivation. 8 69

Story Role / Major Arcs

Discovery of Mu Feng

Long Xiaoyao retrieves Mu Feng from a Holy Spirit Cult branch, identifies his Rank 20 innate soul power, and escorts him to Ye Xishui. His rare interest in Mu Feng influences his later attention to the boy's development. 3 4

Mu Feng's Cultivation

While Ye Xishui provides Mu Feng's formal instruction and resources, Long Xiaoyao becomes a trusted source of advice. He observes Mu Feng's harsh training, discusses cultivation with him, and accompanies him when Mu Feng reaches the bottleneck requiring soul rings. 6 8 9

Star Dou Great Forest Incident

Long Xiaoyao protects Mu Feng's group against Scarlet King's ambush, captures the Three-Eyed Golden Lion, and uses his Dark Domain to neutralize Scarlet King's attack. He later agrees to release the Auspicious Beast in exchange for three high-level soul beasts and secrecy concerning Mu Feng. 10 11 12 13

Reunion After Shrek Academy

After Mu Feng's first year at Shrek Academy, Long Xiaoyao waits in the Ming Dou Forest for their planned reunion, having arrived several days early. He warmly observes Mu Feng's growth and brings him back to the Holy Spirit Cult, reaffirming their familial bond. 69

Evil Demon Forest Soul-Ring Hunt

Long Xiaoyao escorts Mu Feng into the Evil Demon Forest to obtain soul rings for his Fallen Angel martial soul. He advises Mu Feng on choosing control-oriented dark soul beasts, refines his spiritual-sensing technique, and immobilizes the Dark Erosion Demon Spider and Bone-Rot Evil Crow for Mu Feng's absorptions. 78 79

Concern for Mu Feng's Personal Life

Long Xiaoyao becomes increasingly invested in Mu Feng's life beyond cultivation. He unsuccessfully tries to visit Mu Feng while the latter is meditating, discusses Mu Feng's Shrek friends with Ye Xishui, and takes particular interest in the girls mentioned in Mu Feng's letters. 75 76

Notable Quotes

“That has nothing to do with me.” 11