Hyacinth

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Hyacinth (风信子)
Alias(es)	Nan Xiaofeng; Hyacinth · Shadow of the Stars 108
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Hero Association; Hyacinth Squad (captain) 312 519
Occupation/Role	Magical girl; close-range combatant and squad leader 31 407
Status	Active 762
First Appearance	Chapter 4, “The Magical Girl's Natural Enemy” 4

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Shadow of the Stars	108	Achieved a second transformation after the Astral Jellyfish's beam struck her. Her conviction to protect Tianqing, Jiayu, and the city allowed her to gain the Stars' favor. 107 108 114

Appearance

Hyacinth is a sky-blue magical girl whose usual ceremonial attire resembles knightly light armor. She fights with a wand that manifests as a large greatsword. 31 108

• Standard form — Sky-blue, knight-like light armor and a two-handed greatsword. 31 108
• Shadow of the Stars — A flowing satin ribbon dress with a pleated skirt and prominent back bow; her greatsword becomes an ornate weapon that reflects starlight. 108 109
• Sword-and-Shield Form — Her greatsword can shrink into a one-handed sword while a constellation-patterned shield and single-shoulder cape manifest for defense. 409 430

Personality

Hyacinth is determined, protective, and confrontational. She routinely places herself between civilians or teammates and danger, even when the opponent is clearly stronger; this conviction was central to awakening her Shadow of the Stars. 107 114 721

Her courage is paired with impulsiveness. Bailing repeatedly warns her against charging in without a plan, and Heartmoon Fox's traps have exploited her tendency to pursue enemies directly. Over time, she becomes more cautious, considers her squad's abilities, and develops into a capable captain. 79 107 128 312

She is particularly stubborn around Heartmoon Fox and Hellcat, refusing to back down even after repeated defeats. Despite this hostility, she can cooperate with former enemies when civilian safety or a larger threat demands it. 43 304 761

Abilities & Skills

Greatsword Combat

Hyacinth's primary fighting style combines high-speed movement, evasive footwork, and decisive greatsword strikes.

• Her swordsmanship is described as flexible, deadly, and agile; she accurately reads monster movements and evades attacks before counterattacking. 31
• She can project destructive sword energy, including slashes powerful enough to carve a ravine through a road. 328
• Her close-combat skill was considered top-tier early on, though her magical reserves initially lagged behind her physical technique. 31
• Hellcat's superior barehanded technique remains a major challenge in direct melee. 268

Shadow of the Stars

Hyacinth's second transformation greatly heightens her magical power and combat presence.

• It was first awakened through her resolve to protect others during the Astral Jellyfish incident. 107 108 114
• In this form, she defeated the jellyfish's Hellcat-shaped manifestation after a prolonged battle. 109
• She later activates the form deliberately against major threats, including Cheshire Rabbit and the Millennium Astral Jellyfish. 128 755
• The form is recognized as exceptionally powerful; Hellcat compares post-awakening Hyacinth to Shadow of the Stars user Bai Lili. 117

Sword-and-Shield Form

Hyacinth learned to use her ceremonial armament defensively after Hellcat demonstrated its alternate configuration while inhabiting Hyacinth's body.

• The form trades the two-handed greatsword for a one-handed sword and a sturdy magical shield. 409
• It substantially improves her defensive capacity and allows her to protect allies while fighting alongside Iris. 430 693
• When she does not need to defend others, she may abandon the shield and return to an aggressive greatsword style. 717

Flight and Mobility Magic

Hyacinth uses flight magic to rapidly engage aerial targets and reposition in battle.

• She can accelerate into the air at high speed and attack from above. 107 123
• Her mobility lets her break through monster formations and reach trapped civilians in dangerous environments. 702 723

Squad Tactics and Command

As captain of the Hyacinth Squad, she serves as the frontline fighter who creates openings for ranged and support teammates.

• She draws an enemy's attention in close combat so allies can exploit exposed weaknesses. 407
• Her standard coordination with Iris has Hyacinth restrain or pressure enemies while Iris delivers the main firepower. 328
• Extensive encounters with controlled monsters, witches, and villain magical girls gave her squad combat experience beyond that of many peers. 312

Limitations

• Hyacinth's urge to protect others can make her reckless, especially when an enemy threatens her friends or civilians. 107 753
• She has repeatedly been caught by Heartmoon Fox's ambushes, barriers, and psychological traps. 4 43 390
• Mindscape magic can severely compromise her: Heartmoon Fox has rendered her unconscious, controlled her actions, and trapped her in fabricated scenarios. 43 165 390
• Her attacks can cause substantial collateral damage, a problem that eventually resulted in nearly fifty thousand public complaints and a required apology video. 146 519

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Wand / ceremonial armament — Manifests primarily as a greatsword, but can assume the Sword-and-Shield Form. 31 409
• Guardian Star — Used to initiate her Shadow of the Stars transformation. 121
• Divine Codex Stone — A communications and support device supplied by Heartmoon Fox for operations involving Millennium; it can maintain a signal within the alternate space. 734 755
• Fox Fox gadgets — Carries assorted items supplied by Heartmoon Fox for navigating and investigating dangerous alternate spaces. 712 715

Relationships

• Bailing / White Sable Spirit — Her Stargazer Spirit companion and mentor. Bailing advises Hyacinth against reckless decisions, supports her in battle, and takes pride in her growth. 4 107 114
• Iris / Hua Ling — Longtime teammate and trusted partner. Iris provides Magic Cannon support while Hyacinth holds the frontline; they also protect each other during crises. 30 107 328
• Nightingale — Teammate and support specialist. Nightingale heals and advises Hyacinth, and devises plans that Hyacinth reluctantly trusts despite their risks. 209 693
• Heartmoon Fox / Su Tianqing — Primary rival and frequent manipulator. Their relationship becomes more complicated after Tianqing's concern helps inspire Hyacinth's Shadow of the Stars awakening, and they later cooperate against larger threats. 4 114 304 734
• Hellcat / Nan Jiayu — Persistent close-combat rival. Hellcat frequently defeats Hyacinth in direct fights, but also teaches her through sparring and reveals the potential of her Sword-and-Shield Form. 268 409 430
• Dandelion — Allied magical girl whose enhancement magic empowered Hyacinth to defeat the Giant Crab Witch with a single strike. 123
• Albatross — Legendary senior whom Hyacinth idolizes. Hyacinth is starstruck upon meeting her, while Albatross becomes protective and stern when Hyacinth disobeys orders in Millennium. 705 755
• Scarlet Snow — Veteran magical girl and senior ally during the Millennium crisis. She recognizes Hyacinth as a decisive combat asset, but also treats her as the team's trump card rather than an expendable vanguard. 755 762

Story Role / Major Arcs

Early Conflict with Heartmoon Fox

Hyacinth responds to the Black Wolf Monster incident in Greenheart Park, only to learn that the monster was created by the mysterious Fox Fox. She is captured after Fox Fox turns the encounter into a cruel game, beginning their long-running rivalry. 4

By the East Railway Station incident, Hyacinth is an experienced magical girl who guides the newly debuted Iris. She serves as Iris's mentor while confronting Heartmoon Fox's public provocations and summoned monsters. 30

Defeats, Training, and the Astral Jellyfish

Repeated clashes with Hellcat and Heartmoon Fox expose Hyacinth's weaknesses. Hellcat's overwhelming strength defeats her, while Heartmoon Fox traps her in a dream through puppet magic. 43 72

During the Astral Jellyfish attack, Hyacinth refuses to retreat despite being struck directly by the monster's beam. Her determination to protect those she cares about awakens Shadow of the Stars, allowing her to defeat its Hellcat manifestation. 107 108 109

Rise of the Hyacinth Squad

After her transformation, Hyacinth becomes a far more formidable frontline fighter. Dandelion's enhancement magic allows her to destroy the Giant Crab Witch with a single attack, while further battles force her to confront her own overconfidence and improve her tactical judgment. 123 128

Her squad's constant battles against Heartmoon Fox's controlled monsters and villainous magical girls give it exceptional practical experience. The group later receives the Hero Association's Strongest Rookie Team in History award. 312 348

Mindscape Incidents and Heroic Responsibility

Heartmoon Fox repeatedly uses Mindscape magic to manipulate Hyacinth, including direct control that forces Iris to subdue her. 165

Hyacinth later participates in Heartmoon Fox's role-playing adventures, taking the role of a sword-and-shield Hero in a fantasy dungeon scenario. 436 437

After causing major destruction in Rongcheng, she accepts responsibility for the resulting public complaints and agrees to record an apology video for the Hero Association. 519

Otherworldly Space and Millennium

While investigating disappearances, Hyacinth is transported into an alternate space and faces a Hydra-infested city. She protects a civilian, works with Lilac, and eventually meets her idol Albatross. 695 702 705

Hyacinth becomes a key explorer of the Otherworldly Space, repeatedly entering dangerous rifts to rescue victims and investigate distorted versions of Rongcheng. Her willingness to press forward remains vital, even as she becomes increasingly cautious about false identities and spatial deceptions. 715 721 723

When Scarlet Snow becomes unreachable in Millennium, Hyacinth enters the realm alone to help. Her combat strength helps complete the sixth cycle against the Astral Jellyfish, but Albatross and Scarlet Snow later designate her as their trump card for the decisive stage rather than allowing her to charge in first. 753 755 762