Hong Meiling

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Chinese Girl (Law)

The usual outfit of Meiling from the world where giant shadows roam―aka the perfect world to train in martial arts.

Chinese Girl (Law)
Voice Lines

Voice Sets

Gensokyo's Top Gatekeeper
VA: Suzumoto Akiho
Defeater of Taisui Xingjun
VA: Hanamori Yumiri
Dreamt Hero
VA: Fujimoto Yuri

Character Information

Temperament: Kousa (Law)

Kousa refers to the fine yellow sand that is carried by the wind from the continent. This is the temperament of Meiling, whose own sense of danger compels her to take every action possible to prevent the havoc she believes Taisui Xingjun's coming will bring. She's imbued with azure dragon temperament (Wood Phase) and shooting star temperament (Star Essence). The strong and kind Wood Phase resists Water Phase, because water nourishes wood, but it is weak to Metal Phase, because metal carves wood. The diverse and uncooperative Star Essence resists the cooperative and indecisive Moon Essence, but it is weak to the charming and arrogant Sun Essence.

Ability/Backstory: Capable of using qi

The ability of Hong Meiling from the world where giant shadows roam (a Touhou LW original). There are no noticeable differences between this ability and that of other Meilings. A giant shadow strode through Gensokyo. Was it a daidarabotchi? Or perhaps a giant robot? As everyone's imaginations ran wild, Hong Meiling took one look and instantly knew it was the shadow of Taisui Xingjun. But then, she awoke from her dream. Originally, that was all Taisui Xingjun's assault on Gensokyo was―a dream. In this world, Hong Meiling might be the greatest victim of all. This incident going unresolved and becoming prolonged meant that she was still asleep, unable to wake from her dream. A heroic tale played out in a dream may be exciting at first, but if it never ends, the dreamer becomes trapped in a never-ending series of battles. Of course, the battles themselves may also be enjoyable, but if the opportunity to defeat the evil villain once and for all never arises, they, too, will inevitably lead to frustration. The dream becomes a tortuous race with no finish line. Taisui Xingjun is widely known as a malignant god and bringer of disasters. While it is most commonly recognized as a deity of direction and fortune—meaning it can also bring blessings and good fortune—it is seen as a purely evil existence by those who suffer at the hands of the earthquakes it causes. It was once believed to be a massive, earthquake-causing catfish writhing beneath the earth, mirroring Jupiter's movements as it drifted across the sky. There are many legends and tales of animals being deeply tied to the world's structure, such as the earth being surrounded by a colossal venomous serpent who dwells beneath the sea and the idea that all things rest upon the back of a giant creature who serves as the foundation of the world. In fact, Taisui Xingjun was believed by some not to be a catfish, but a dragon. In this incident, it battles against Hong Meiling, aka the azure dragon. Could that really be just a coincidence?

Attacks

Crimson Energy Release

The Spread Shot of Hong Meiling from the world where giant shadows roam. She focuses all of her qi and physical strength into her arm and throws a devastating punch. Meiling is a youkai martial artist with the ability to wield qi. People often assume Meiling is low on the pecking order at the Scarlet Devil Mansion, but when it comes to qigong and martial arts, it's possible her skills surpass even those of her mistress, Remilia Scarlet. That's in spite of Remilia being a vampire, a species known for their physical prowess. After all, Remilia herself has entrusted Meiling with the mansion's security. However, if she dozes off on the job, her refined, powerful techniques are as good as useless.

Bullets
  • Crimson Energy Release - Strike I
  • Crimson Energy Release - Strike II
  • Crimson Energy Release - Strike III
  • Crimson Energy Release - Strike IV
  • Crimson Energy Release - Strike V
  • Crimson Energy Release - Strike VI
Intense Rainbow Fist

The Focus Shot of Hong Meiling from the world where giant shadows roam. She throws lightning-fast punches in quick succession, followed by a barrage of qi bullets to halt her foe's movement, then unleashes a powerful uppercut. In general, youkai are thought of as beings that bring harm to humans. However, Hong Meiling frequently extends her friendship to them. She genuinely seems to want to protect both the Scarlet Devil Mansion and Gensokyo itself. But what kind of youkai is she? And who was she before arriving here? If only there was a way to find out...

Bullets
  • Intense Rainbow Fist - Strike I
  • Intense Rainbow Fist - Strike II
  • Intense Rainbow Fist - Strike III
  • Intense Rainbow Fist - Strike IV
  • Intense Rainbow Fist - Strike V
  • Intense Rainbow Fist - Strike VI
Qi Sign: Star-Pulse Shot

A Spell Card of Hong Meiling from the world where giant shadows roam. She fires a sphere of qi that she skillfully forms before her. One day, Hong Meiling bore witness to a massive shadow. Others who saw what she did took action based on their own speculations, but Meiling was certain it was the shadow of Taisui Xingjun, a malignant god said to unleash all manner of disasters, most often earthquakes. She couldn't allow the Scarlet Devil Mansion to be destroyed and end up like a certain shrine, so she set out in search of her foe.

Bullets
  • Star-Pulse Shot - Strike I
  • Star-Pulse Shot - Strike II
  • Star-Pulse Shot - Strike III
  • Star-Pulse Shot - Strike IV
  • Star-Pulse Shot - Strike V
  • Star-Pulse Shot - Strike VI
Strike Sign: Dapeng Fist

A Spell Card of Hong Meiling from the world where giant shadows roam. She launches a flurry of upward strikes. Not Taisui Xingjun nor his followers and servants could stand against Meiling's righteous fists. In other words, there was no doubt that Meiling's actions were justified. That said, she couldn't shake the feeling that she had read a similar tale to her own in a comic she once borrowed from Remilia...

Bullets
  • Dapeng Fist - Strike I
  • Dapeng Fist - Strike II
  • Dapeng Fist - Strike III
  • Dapeng Fist - Strike IV
  • Dapeng Fist - Strike V
  • Dapeng Fist - Strike VI
Taisui Xingjun Phantom - Vision of Legendary Triumph

The Last Word of Hong Meiling from the world where giant shadows roam (a Touhou LW original). She focuses her desire to protect both the Scarlet Devil Mansion and Gensokyo itself into this attack. Was it all some kind of dream or illusion? Defeating the great malignant god, Taisui Xingjun―even just a part of it―and its followers was no small feat. Indeed, such an act rivaled the deeds of the ancient Chinese heroes. "Thank you, Hong Meiling," cried the villagers. "Thank you for protecting Gensokyo!" "You're welcome..." mumbled Meiling, rolling over in her sleep. Had it all been a dream? Or was Taisui Xingjun truly about to rain terror upon Gensokyo? The truth is now anyone's guess.

Bullets
  • Triumph Over Taisui Xingjun - Strike I
  • Triumph Over Taisui Xingjun - Strike II
  • Triumph Over Taisui Xingjun - Strike III
  • Triumph Over Taisui Xingjun - Strike IV
  • Triumph Over Taisui Xingjun - Strike V
  • Triumph Over Taisui Xingjun - Strike VI

Skills

Skill: Valiant Gatekeeper

"I won't let the Scarlet Devil Mansion crumble in an earthquake. I'm Hong Meiling, and I'll protect it at all costs!"

Skill: Gensokyo Protector

In her dreams, Meiling's true feelings reveal themselves. She truly loves Gensokyo.

Skill: Catfish Hunter

It may just be a catfish, but it is one GIANT catfish. You have to see it to believe it.

Passive: Jupiter's Mirror
Passive: Sealing Taisui
Passive: Striking Back at Taisui's Followers