Xiao (Genshin Impact)

Xiao (Chinese: 魈; pinyin: Xiāo) is a character from the video game Genshin Impact, developed by miHoYo. He first appeared in the Liyue chapter of the main story following the game's launch, and became playable in 2021. In the game, he is a divine being known as an adeptus, and the last surviving yaksha. Xiao's backstory draws inspiration from the Taoist guardian deity Marshal Tianpeng found in novels from the Ming and Qing dynasties, while the mask he wears references traditional Nuo dance masks. His characterization and portrayal have been praised by commentators, although his English voice acting attracted criticism.