Genshin Impact

Xiao Story and Lore

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Genshin Impact - Xiao Story and Profile

Xiao, also known as Alatus, is an adeptus and one of the Five Yaksha in Genshin Impact. Learn more about Xiao's story and lore, voice actors, available outfits, specialty dish, and other details here!

Xiao

Story Quest

Xiao's Character Guides
Build Guide	Lore	Special Dish

Alatus Chapter
Butterfly's Dream	Act 2	Act 3

List of Contents

Xiao Character Information
Xiao In-Game Appearances
Character Thoughts on Xiao
Xiao's Thoughts on Others
Xiao Serenitea Pot Information
Xiao Cosmetics
Xiao Specialty Dish
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Xiao Character Information

Xiao Character Profile

Xiao Vigilant Yaksha
	Nation: Liyue
	Faction: Liyue Adeptus
	Birthday: April 17
	Vision: Anemo
	Constellation: Alatus Nemeseos
	Race: Adeptus
	Gender: Male

Xiao Voice Actors

Language	Voice Actor
English	Laila Berzins
Japanese	松岡禎丞 (Matsuoka Yoshitsugu)
Chinese	kinsen (kinsen)
Korean	심규혁 (Sim Kyu-hyuk)

List of Characters and Voice Actors

Xiao Release Date

Genshin Impact Version 1.3

Release Date	February 03, 2021

Released in Version 1.3

Xiao was released on February 3, 2021 during the first phase of Genshin Impact Version 1.3.

1.3 Update News & Release Date

Xiao In-Game Appearances

All of Xiao's In-Game Appearances

Quest Name	Type
Of the Land Amidst Monoliths	Archon
A New Star Approaches	Archon
Sea of Clouds, Sea of People	Story
Butterfly's Dream	Story
Lantern Rite	Event
Moonlight Merriment	Event
Fleeting Colors in Flight	Event
Hereafter	World
Perilous Trail	Archon

Character Thoughts on Xiao

Character	In-Game Thoughts
Baizhu	Baizhu: Only the most magnanimous soul could labor to preserve life by slaying evil spirits. I was once fortunate enough to see the Conqueror of Demons with my own eyes. We even brought him back to the pharmacy to take care of him for a day. Unfortunately, I did not know his true identity at the time, and didn't even have a chance to speak with him before he left on his own. Changsheng: But you've seen him since then, haven't you? There's no reason to be upset. Baizhu: Yes, you're right.
Beidou	One year on the eve of the Lantern Rite, we ran into a storm as we were returning to port. Try as we did, we only made it back to Liyue Harbor in the dead of night, long after the lanterns had all been released. As I looked towards Guyun Stone Forest, I saw an adeptus, floating in the air, in the form of what appeared to be a young boy. I guess it is like the legends say ー there really must be those that watch over Liyue, even if they cannot be seen.
Chongyun	The Conqueror of Demons himself has defended Liyue side-by-side with we exorcists for generations, day after day, night after night. I have the utmost respect for Xiao. It’s just… Why must he be so disparaging towards us? He says our repertoire is lacking and our power is trivial. I’m sorry, but I just can’t accept that.
Ganyu	He seems like a bit of an outsider, socially. Probably just his personality... I can understand that, to be honest, but I'm not really about to try and get close to him. I mean... all the people he's ever agreed to team up with are no longer with us...
Hu Tao	What would I know of the adepti? Ai-yai-yai, that kind of stuff is top-secret! Don't come asking me about it!
Keqing	I feel like now that we live in the age of mankind's rule, it's time for the legendary boy - adeptus to be released from duty. We no longer need a defender of that kind, because we are capable of working through the challenges we face on our own strength.
Qiqi	Name: Sounds like a historical artifact to me. Memory: Remind me, have I met him before?
Shenhe	My first impression of him was that he's not one to smile. After meeting him again more recently, however, he's still as reserved as ever, but... he seems a lot more relaxed now. Maybe he... met someone special.
Xianyun	The Conqueror of Demons is even more withdrawn than oneself, he has been sighted a mere handful of times at social gatherings over the centuries... One was interested to learn that you are on rather good terms with him, what sort of conversations do the two of you tend to have? Oh, and do let me know when you next plan to see him. Perhaps one could make some tofu pudding for you to pass on to him.
Yelan	The elders in my clan once said that we must always show the utmost respect to the Vigilant Yaksha. Apparently, the only time that our ancestor would gain some temporary relief from his insanity was when passing by the Wangshu Inn. It must have been the comforting effect of his presence that wards off evil spirits. That said, if I ever have the honor of fighting side by side with the Conqueror of Demons, I will focus only on the mission. I cannot let myself be distracted by concerns about his status.
Zhongli	You speak of the young adeptus of Guili Plains… 'sigh' Still fulfilling his duty to this very day. Please give these painkillers to him on my behalf. Oh, yes ー be sure not to let Paimon eat them. Nothing of this world can withstand the power of this medicine.

Xiao's Thoughts on Others

Character	In-Game Thoughts
Baizhu	About Baizhu You want... Baizhu to make a medicine to take away my pain? I understand your intentions, but mortal medicine has no effect on adepti.
Beidou	About Beidou Beidou? I have nothing to do with her. Though there is such a thing as the leviathan. As a mere human, she has proven her power in defeating Haishan.
Ganyu	About Ganyu Ganyu is neither mortal nor illuminated beast. Wandering, both the mortal and adepti realms with duty as her sole guide, it was inevitable that she would become perplexed... What? Me? You believe a yaksha who knows nothing more than how to massacre countless souls and emerge unscathed is a suitable mentor for such an individual? ...Your mind occupies a very different world from that which your body inhabits.
Hu Tao	About Hu Tao Hu Tao? Her liveliness is irritating. Fortunately, she is also humorous, so you need not worry about her growing into a boring human.
Shenhe	About Shenhe It seems Shenhe places a great deal of trust in you. Well, how could she not. There are few people in the world as kind and good-natured as you.
Venti	About Venti Venti? So that's the name he goes by. His tunes are... forget it.
Yelan	About Yelan I've heard that she once investigated The Chasm, following the trail of the Millelith. If she can investigate mysteries like that on her own, she must be someone of rare skill.
Zhongli	About Zhongli Can I ask... Zhongli — what does he do with his days? Huh? Birds, antiques, flowers... Hmm... What deeper meaning do they hold?