Ruoye (若邪) is a long white silk band carried by Xie Lian. It is mainly used as a weapon, but can also create barriers, restrain enemies, or help people in danger. It can extend to great lengths, is extremely durable and flexible, and is usually wrapped around Xie Lian’s wrists and arms under his sleeves. When inactive, it looks like ordinary bandages and is often compared to a white snake. Ruoye has traces of its own will and personality. It is deeply loyal to Xie Lian and has a childish, slightly mischievous side, even competing with E-Ming for his attention. It also shows mild preferences, such as disliking being used to capture older men but being pleased when it can restrain Ling Wen. The silk gained its spirit after being used during Xie Lian’s first banishment. The same bandage that once hid his identity was later used by Bai Wuxiang to restrain him during his torture. After Xie Lian’s parents died using it, and Xie Lian himself attempted the same, the silk became connected to their suffering and his blood, gaining its own consciousness. Because of its origin, Xie Lian can control Ruoye without spiritual power. Ruoye immediately follows Xie Lian’s commands and can bind enemies, break bones, defend, rescue people, and even help with daily tasks such as chopping wood and vegetables. It can also act independently when it senses evil energy, protecting Xie Lian even when his spiritual power is sealed. Preferred pronouns: It/She