Qi Laoliu (simplified: 祁老六, traditional: 祁老六, pinyin: Qí Lǎoliù, jyutping: kei4 lou5 luk6), known as the “Swift Sabre” (快刀), was a martial artist and former friend of Qiao Feng (Xiao Feng) who participated in the gathering at Heroes’ Gathering Manor.
Biography
Relationship with Qiao Feng
Qi Laoliu was described as a former friend of Qiao Feng, the renowned chief of the Beggars’ Guild. Their friendship would have been established during Qiao Feng’s time as the guild’s leader, when he was widely respected throughout the jianghu.
Participation at Heroes’ Gathering Manor
When Qiao Feng’s heritage as a Khitan was revealed and he became an outcast in the jianghu, many of his former friends and allies turned against him. Qi Laoliu participated in the gathering at Heroes’ Gathering Manor, where martial artists from across the jianghu had assembled to pass judgment on Qiao Feng.
The gathering at Heroes’ Gathering Manor became the site of a legendary battle, where Qiao Feng was forced to fight alone against hundreds of martial artists. Qi Laoliu’s participation in this event, along with other former friends, demonstrated how quickly relationships could change when ethnic identity and martial arts politics came into play.
Personality and traits
As a martial artist known as the “Swift Sabre,” Qi Laoliu would have been skilled with the sabre, earning his epithet through his fast and effective sabre techniques. His participation in the gathering against his former friend Qiao Feng suggests he prioritized martial arts politics and ethnic loyalty over personal friendship.
Martial arts abilities
Qi Laoliu was known for his skill with the sabre, earning him the epithet “Swift Sabre” (快刀). This suggests he was particularly skilled in fast, precise sabre techniques that could quickly strike opponents.
Relationships
Former friend: Qiao Feng
Qi Laoliu was a former friend of Qiao Feng, though their relationship changed dramatically when Qiao Feng’s Khitan heritage was revealed. Qi Laoliu’s participation in the gathering against Qiao Feng at Heroes’ Gathering Manor demonstrated how ethnic tensions could override personal bonds.
Behind the scenes
Qi Laoliu serves as a minor character in Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils, representing the many martial artists who turned against Qiao Feng when his true heritage was revealed. His character illustrates how quickly friendships could be broken by ethnic prejudice and martial arts politics, even among those who had previously been close.
Portrayals
Qi Laoliu has been portrayed in various adaptations of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils.
See also
- Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils characters
- Qiao Feng — His former friend
- Heroes’ Gathering Manor — Where the gathering took place