Lü Shu is a high schooler who lives alone with his little sister, Lü Xiaoyu. After walking away unhurt from a car accident, he awakens to spiritual energy and discovers a strange system.
Personality
Cheeky, mocking and armed with a formidable gift for comebacks, Lü Shu annoys everyone, often on purpose. Behind that front, he is loyal and fiercely protective of his sister.
Powers & abilities
His system rewards him every time he provokes anger, frustration or offence in others. He exchanges those points for resources and techniques, which lets him advance at breakneck speed.
History
A simple high schooler at first, he makes a name for himself among practitioners, explores ancient ruins and joins the Tian Luo Di Wang. His provocations earn him the nickname Great Demon King.
Relationships
Lü Xiaoyu, his little sister, is the person who matters most to him. His classmates and opponents often become unwitting sources of negative emotions.
Key moments
- His awakening after the accident and discovery of the system.
- His first provocations, which earn him his first points.
- His departure abroad in season 3.
In the adaptations
In the donghua he is voiced by Yang Tianxiang. The novel and manhua detail his system's messages more fully.
Did you know?
- His Great Demon King nickname gives the series its title.
- His system's messages, with their negative emotion counters, have become a running gag.
Our take
Lü Shu is a refreshing hero who gets laughs where xianxia heroes often take themselves too seriously.
— Spidermas, for Donghua Fan