Contents
- 1Biodata
- 2Power Progression
- 3Background
- 4Appearance
- 5Personality
- 6Abilities & Skills
- 6.1Half-Blood Constitution
- 6.2Cultivation
- 6.3Bargains with Lu Mingze
- 6.4Martial Training
- 7Equipment / Items
- 8Relationships
- 9Story Role / Major Arcs
- 9.1Joining the Heavens Chat Group
- 9.2Japan Mission and Foreknowledge
- 9.3Water Mirror Peak Cultivation
- 9.4Choosing His Own Future
- 9.5Dayan Pearl Projections
- 10Observed Parallel Selves
- 11Notable Quotes
- 12Trivia
Biodata
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Lu Mingfei (路明非) |
| Alias(es) | “Loser kid”; “Useless Mingfei” 37 45 |
| Species/Race | Half-blood 42 |
| Gender | Male |
| Affiliation | Kassel Academy; Heavens Chat Group 32 33 |
| Occupation/Role | S-rank student; cross-world chat-group member 33 |
| Status | Active 50 |
| First Appearance | Chapter 32 |
Power Progression
| Stage / Realm / Level | Chapter | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Qi sensing / cultivation entry | 39 | Su Lin guides his qi and spirit, allowing him to perceive qi and begin cultivating independently in Wangshu Pavilion. His earlier consumption of spiritual plants and medicine supports the process. 39 |
| Early Qi Refining | 50 | Identifies himself as an Early Qi Refining cultivator while watching the Dayan Pearl’s projections. 50 |
Background
Lu Mingfei considers himself an ordinary, cowardly “loser” who was unwillingly pulled into dragon-slaying and world-saving affairs after entering Kassel Academy. Before learning about his future, his ideal life was modest: earning enough money, finding someone he loved, taking over a neighborhood newsstand, and living without financial worries. He doubts that he truly deserves his S-rank status. 33
His most dangerous advantage is his connection to Lu Mingze, the self-proclaimed “Little Demon.” Lu Mingfei has made two bargains with him, each costing a quarter of his lifespan. He fears Lu Mingze’s manipulation, yet repeatedly finds that Lu Mingze is the only one capable of saving him when he is cornered. 33
After joining the Heavens Chat Group, Lu Mingfei reads Dragon Raja and learns of tragedies surrounding Erii, Sakura, Old Tang, Xia Mi, and others. The knowledge leaves him devastated, but also makes it impossible for him to continue ignoring the secrets of Black Swan Port, Zero, Renata, and the Authority. 32 33
Appearance
Lu Mingfei is a young man who first arrives at Water Mirror Peak in a T-shirt and jeans, appearing timid but curious. 35
- Has distinctive golden eyes capable of exerting enough pressure to frighten other half-bloods. 42
- His uncontrolled absorption of spiritual energy once left him temporarily swollen into a round, grotesque shape; Zhongli confirms that refining the excess qi will restore him. 42
- During his trip to Japan, he is noted for his untidy “bird’s nest” hair. 35
Personality
Lu Mingfei is self-deprecating, anxious, and uncomfortable with being treated as a hero. He would rather have a peaceful and stable life than pursue greatness, viewing his extraordinary circumstances as burdens rather than privileges. 33 38
Despite his habit of retreating into humor and pessimism, he cannot fully abandon people in danger. Learning Erii’s fate leaves him determined to save her, and he eventually resolves to confront Lu Mingze rather than continue avoiding the truth. 35 44
He is easily embarrassed by romantic discussions and by the attention given to his alternate selves. However, he genuinely values the support he receives from the chat group and feels guilty that he has accepted cultivation resources, spiritual fruits, and guidance without offering much in return. 38 45
Abilities & Skills
Half-Blood Constitution
Lu Mingfei’s body possesses unusual resilience and latent potential.
- His half-blood physique helps him endure a dangerous surplus of spiritual energy that might otherwise have harmed an ordinary person. 42
- His golden eyes release an intimidating pressure capable of making half-bloods tremble. 42
- His talent for cultivation is considered promising, particularly after consuming spiritual fruits and medicines. 39 42
Cultivation
Su Lin introduces Lu Mingfei to qi cultivation at Water Mirror Peak.
- He successfully senses qi after Su Lin guides him through the initial process. 39
- He instinctively continues absorbing spiritual energy for an entire day, demonstrating both potential and a lack of early restraint. 42
- He becomes absorbed in the sensation of cultivation and describes it as deeply enjoyable. 42
- He remains at Early Qi Refining and is encouraged to prioritize reaching Foundation Establishment before returning to confront major threats. 44 50
Bargains with Lu Mingze
Lu Mingfei can obtain miraculous assistance through agreements with Lu Mingze.
- He has completed two bargains, each costing one quarter of his lifespan. 33
- The bargains have repeatedly saved him when he had no other way to survive. 33
- He distrusts Lu Mingze’s motives and intends to speak honestly with him before making further plans. 44
Martial Training
Lu Mingfei begins seeking practical strength beyond his bloodline.
- Zhongli offers to teach him martial arts. 45
- Heracles offers to teach him Nine Lives: The Shooting Hundred Heads, while warning that it cannot be mastered quickly. 45
- Han Li advises him not to rely solely on bloodline strength and to develop combat ability. 45
Equipment / Items
- Protective residence plaque — Given by Su Lin along with a vacant Water Mirror Peak residence; activates the residence’s protective formation when placed in its doorway groove. 37
- Dayan Pearl: Reflection — Temporarily lent by Su Lin. Lu Mingfei uses it to observe parallel versions of himself across radically different worlds. 46 48
- Spiritual fruits and medicines — Rare Water Mirror Peak resources that cleanse his body, strengthen his physique, and accelerate his cultivation. 39 45
Relationships
- Su Lin — Friend, host, and cultivation mentor. Su Lin gives Lu Mingfei a residence, protective formation plaque, spiritual resources, and the freedom to remain at Water Mirror Peak while deciding his future. 37 39
- Lu Mingze — Self-proclaimed younger brother and “Little Demon.” Lu Mingfei fears his schemes but depends on his bargains for survival. 33 44
- Erii — A girl whose sincere affection unsettles Lu Mingfei because he considers himself unworthy of it. Learning her future fate motivates him to seek a way to save her. 33 35 44
- Chu Zihang — Dependable senior brother who provides food, emotional support, and protection. Lu Mingfei also attempts to mediate between Chu Zihang and Caesar during their Japan mission. 33 34
- Zhongli — Mentor who diagnoses Lu Mingfei’s excess qi problem, offers martial instruction, and encourages practical improvement. 42 45
- Heracles — Potential martial mentor who offers to teach Lu Mingfei Nine Lives: The Shooting Hundred Heads. 45
- Han Li — Senior group member who advises Lu Mingfei to build his foundations and develop combat skill rather than depend entirely on his bloodline. 32 45
Story Role / Major Arcs
Joining the Heavens Chat Group
Lu Mingfei joins alongside Zhongli and Klein Moretti. After reading the uploaded account of Dragon Raja, he reacts with despair and jokes that he may as well ask Lu Mingze to destroy the world with his next wish. He immediately bonds with Shirou Emiya over their mutually disastrous futures. 32
Japan Mission and Foreknowledge
While traveling with Chu Zihang and Caesar, Lu Mingfei struggles to process the implications of his future knowledge. He considers acting against Tachibana Masamune, worries about Erii before even meeting her, and attempts to prevent Chu Zihang and Caesar from clashing during the mission. 33 34 35
Water Mirror Peak Cultivation
Lu Mingfei attends Su Lin’s gathering at Water Mirror Peak, receives his own residence, and begins studying cultivation. His first uncontrolled attempt leaves him swollen with excess qi, but he refines the energy rather than abandoning cultivation. 37 39 42
Choosing His Own Future
After reflecting on his future, Lu Mingfei commits to confronting Lu Mingze and saving Erii. Su Lin, Zhongli, Han Li, and Heracles encourage him to grow stronger while refusing to dictate what kind of person he must become. 38 44 45
Dayan Pearl Projections
Using the Dayan Pearl, Lu Mingfei witnesses alternate versions of himself whose lives range from ordinary success to godlike power. The visions reinforce both his insecurity and the possibility that his fate is not limited to the tragedy shown in Dragon Raja. 48 49 50
Observed Parallel Selves
| Parallel self | Observed life | Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional esports player | Wins a championship before a cheering crowd, living an ordinary and prosperous life free from dragon slaying. | 48 |
| Elden Lord-like ruler | Sits beneath a gigantic Golden Tree on a throne, possesses a dense divine aura, and repels a tide of scarlet blood with a crystal-like greatsword. | 48, 49 |
| Hunter in a wheelchair | Fights and defeats a grotesque tentacled Monster with a greatsword infused with sacred power, then appears ready to take his own life before the projection is changed. | 49, 50 |
| Martial Immortal Lu Mingfei | Returns to Earth after two thousand years, abandons the identity “Lieyang,” freezes an entire city with overwhelming power, and seeks to settle unresolved matters with Lu Mingze. | 50 |
Notable Quotes
“If I could, I'd just want to live a peaceful, stable life.” 38
“After I return, I plan to come clean with that lousy little brother of mine first. Then... I’ll find a way to save Erii first.” 44
“Who am I? Where am I? What am I doing?” 49
Trivia
- Lu Mingfei sets a photograph of his Elden Lord-like counterpart as his phone lock screen. 49
- He initially mistakes Heracles’s Noble Phantasm, Nine Lives: The Shooting Hundred Heads, for “Kuzuryusen.” 45
- He sleeps through the Japanese branch’s swordsman-themed airport welcome and is carried off the plane unconscious. 34