Xun Er

Biodata

Feature	Fact
Name	Xun Er (薰儿)
Alias(es)	Xun'er; Xiao Xun Er 6
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Xiao Clan; Jia Nan Academy’s Inner Academy; Ancient Clan 6 166 433
Occupation/Role	Cultivator and Jia Nan Academy student 39 166
First Appearance	Chapter 6: Xun'er's Arrival 6

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
One-Star Dou Practitioner	39	Passed her Dou Qi test after Xiao Yao promised her a feast and story for reaching the realm. 39
Two-Star Da Dou Shi	173	Reported this cultivation level when Xiao Yao began training her academy group. 173
Eight-Star Great Dou Master	215	Overwhelmed Yun Can with superior speed and cultivation during a battle. 215
Dou Wang	273	Broke through after enduring marrow cleansing and body tempering with Earth Heart Tempering Milk. 273

Background and History

Xun Er arrived at the Xiao Clan as a shy young girl escorted by a white-robed middle-aged man. Xiao Zhan assigned Xiao Yao and Xiao Yan to show her around the clan; she quickly formed a close bond with Xiao Yao. 6

While living with the Xiao Clan, she learned that Xiao Yao had concealed much of his cultivation and alchemy progress. Rather than resent the secrecy, she resolved to cultivate harder so she would not fall behind him. 9 During a hunt, she followed Xiao Yao after he lured away a Blazing Flame Python, was nearly attacked by it, and watched him protect her and defeat it. She vowed internally to remain by his side and protect him in turn. 20 21

When Xiao Yao left Wutan City for training, Xun Er reluctantly accepted his departure and secretly had Elder Ling protect him. 25 She remained in contact with his affairs through Elder Ling’s reports, learning of Xiao Yao’s battles in the Tagore Desert and becoming upset upon hearing of his relationship with Xiao Yi Xian. 147

At Jia Nan Academy, Xun Er publicly embraced Xiao Yao upon their reunion after nearly a year apart. 166 She underwent his demanding pressure and Heart Fire training, competed in the academy selection tournament, and advanced into the Inner Academy alongside his circle. 173 179 182

Xun Er later strengthened herself through Earth Heart Tempering Milk, enduring the painful process until she reached the Dou Wang realm. 272 273 As Xiao Yao’s conflict with the Soul Hall and Soul Clan escalated, she resolved to use her clan’s strength to protect both him and the Xiao Clan. 387

Members of the Ancient Clan eventually arrived to take Xun Er away. Though Xiao Yao opposed their demand and fought Gu Yao for her, Xun Er ultimately departed with the Black Annihilation Army, intending to wait for Xiao Yao to become strong enough to bring her back. 433 434 439 440

Appearance

Xun Er is depicted as a refined, elegant young woman whose beauty and talent make her one of the most admired members of her generation. Though usually composed and distant in public, she carries a softer expression around those she trusts. 23 53 387

• Often wears pale or light-green dresses. 23 166
• Has long green hair, sometimes braided behind her back. 23 166
• Possesses a slender figure and a graceful bearing. 23 169
• Her eyes can flash with golden light when she is angered or preparing to fight. 147 182

Personality

Xun Er is gentle, affectionate, and openly supportive of Xiao Yao in private. She enjoys his cooking and stories, is moved deeply by tragic tales, and values the quiet moments they spend together. 17 18 269

In public, she maintains a cool and reserved demeanor that keeps most admirers at a distance. 53 166 387 She is nevertheless assertive when challenged, sharply rejecting Bai Shan’s interference and remaining loyal to Xiao Yao despite opposition from others. 170 434

She is also possessive and jealous regarding Xiao Yao’s relationships. After confronting him about Xiao Yi Xian, she accepted their relationship but insisted that he not bring any more women into their lives. 147 167 Her devotion is paired with resolve: she trains seriously, endures painful body tempering, and is prepared to invoke the Ancient Clan’s support to defend Xiao Yao and the Xiao Clan. 173 273 387

Abilities & Skills

Golden Light Palm

Xun Er uses the Golden Light Palm in sparring with Xiao Yao, coating her hand in golden radiance before striking. 23

• Uses sharp, fast palm techniques in close combat. 23
• Her attacks were strong enough to force Xiao Yao to take their sparring seriously. 23
• She opened her tournament bout against Liu Lian with the technique. 182

Combat Ability

Xun Er’s advancement is supported by practical combat experience and intensive training.

• Defeated Liu Lian of Xuan Tier Class Three during the academy selection tournament. 182
• At Eight-Star Great Dou Master, she suppressed Yun Can with speed and continuous attacks. 215
• Endured Xiao Yao’s escalating Dou Qi pressure up to the Dou Ling level while continuing to move steadily. 173
• Received Heart Fire training from Xiao Yao in preparation for the Inner Academy Selection Tournament. 179

Body Tempering

Xiao Yao prepared a medicinal bath using Earth Heart Tempering Milk and refined herbs to cleanse Xun Er’s marrow and temper her bones. 272

• The treatment refined her blood, meridians, and bones. 273
• She endured severe pain throughout the process without giving up. 273
• The resulting transformation enabled her breakthrough to Dou Wang. 273

Techniques & Resources

• Ninefold Phoenix Flame Art — A mid-level Earth Tier cultivation art obtained from the Library Pavilion and given to Xun Er by Xiao Yao. 201
• Emperor Seal Skill — Xun Er possessed the first two seals of this Dou Technique and gave its scroll to Xiao Yao as a token of her feelings. 301
• Secret of the Formation Character — Transmitted to her by Xiao Yao; it contains formation knowledge and can allow its user to draw on heaven-and-earth energy to establish formations. 439
• Secret of the Practitioner Character — Transmitted to her by Xiao Yao; a healing art described as capable of restoring severed limbs at sufficiently high mastery. 439
• Sixth-Grade Battle Spirit Pill — Given to her by Xiao Yao to support her cultivation. 243

Relationships

• Xiao Yao — Childhood companion and beloved. Their bond develops from mutual cultivation, protection, food, and storytelling into an openly acknowledged romantic relationship. Xun Er remains determined to wait for him after returning to the Ancient Clan. 6 20 166 292 439
• Phoenix Cry — Phoenix Cry calls Xun Er “Mother,” and Xun Er accepts a maternal role toward her. 147 167 439
• Elder Ling / Ling Ying — A protector sent by Xun Er’s family who watches over her and secretly follows Xiao Yao at her request. He keeps her informed of Xiao Yao’s activities. 9 25 147
• Qing Lin — Academy companion and fellow trainee under Xiao Yao; the two cooperate during the Library Pavilion’s energy-cluster scramble. 173 201
• Bai Shan — Unwanted suitor who challenges Xiao Yao out of jealousy. Xun Er openly reprimands him and shows no interest in his advances. 170
• Gu Yao and Ling Quan — Ancient Clan representatives sent to escort Xun Er back to her clan. Their attempt to take her away brings them into conflict with Xiao Yao. 433 434

Notable Quotes

“Xun Er is very greedy—I don't want to share you with other girls.” 167

“No matter what, I will never allow anyone to lay a hand on Brother Xiao Yao, nor will I permit anyone to harm the Xiao Clan!” 387