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Baihu Xiao is a minor antagonist and a member of DNA, an organization that serves as the primary antagonistic force in the story. His name, Baihu, is the Chinese word for "White Tiger," which directly ties into his visual design and the motif of his Beyblade. He is a small and sly character, known for his deceptive and cunning nature, and serves as one of Kira Hayama's most trusted subordinates, often referred to as his right-hand man.
In terms of background, Baihu Xiao has an unusual and feral origin story. According to information revealed by Team Garcias, he was raised in the wilderness of China by a white tiger. This upbringing in the wild is the source of his exceptional animal instincts and superhuman physical abilities, which were later noticed by DNA, leading to his recruitment into the organization. His past as a wild child also explains his sometimes unpredictable and savage behavior; once his primal instincts are ignited, he can transform into a rampaging beast.
Physically, Baihu is the shortest member of DNA. He has a pale complexion and spiky black hair, with some spikes resembling a crown and others drooping down like sideburns. His most distinctive features are his closed eyelids, which he typically keeps shut, and six scar-like lines on his cheeks, three on each side, that give him a feline or cat-like appearance. He has a black birthmark on his forehead, thin eyebrows, and a small nose. His eyes are seldom seen, but when he does open them, it is a clear indicator that he has become serious or vicious, and they are said to resemble a cat's eyes. He wears a white robe with black highlights that mimic a cat's tear marks, a collar, three red strips with yellow markings on the chest, and stuffy black pants with black and white shoes. When he tricked Gingka Hagane, he wore a different disguise consisting of a white scarf, a red t-shirt, and black pants. His overall physical appearance is notably similar to Ray Kon from the original series.
Baihu's personality is defined by his slyness and calm demeanor, which belies his dangerous nature. Despite his small stature, he possesses a persona that can be intimidating. He is typically depicted as calm and composed, with his eyes closed, but this peaceful exterior masks a fierce and vile interior. His most prominent character trait is his deceitfulness. He is not above using manipulation and lies to achieve his goals, showing no hesitation in tricking even a legendary Blader. When he opens his eyes, it signals a shift into a more aggressive and serious state.
His primary motivation stems from his loyalty to DNA and his role within the organization. He is dedicated to carrying out its plans, which often involve stealing powerful Beyblades and defeating opponents to further DNA's ambitions. He takes pride in demonstrating his own Beyblade's power and seems to enjoy the act of battling and defeating his opponents, showing a cruel streak when he damages Kite Unabara's Beyblade and takes pleasure in his victory.
Baihu Xiao plays a significant role in the story through several key actions. His most notable deed is successfully tricking and robbing the legendary Blader, Gingka Hagane. He feigned distress and fabricated a story about his Beyblade being lost in an abandoned temple. When Gingka offered to help, Baihu led him into a trap, stole his Samurai Pegasus, and then caused Gingka to fall into a pit. He later delivered the stolen Beyblade to Kira Hayama, who used it to create a powerful new Beyblade.
Later, Baihu confronts Kite Unabara at the Metal Bey City BeyPark. He reveals his identity as a DNA member and engages Kite in a battle. Despite Kite being a skilled defense-type Blader, Baihu's Beyblade proves to be overwhelmingly powerful, allowing him to win decisively. His special move, Fierce Tiger Blast, unleashes the spirit of the White Tiger of the West, which uses its claws to cut the stadium into quarters. Following the infiltration, he and his fellow DNA member Yoshio Iwayama announce the organization's plans to the main characters.
In terms of key relationships, Baihu is most closely associated with Kira Hayama, the head of DNA, serving as his right hand. He is also a partner to Yoshio Iwayama, another DNA member, and they are seen working together. He has a rivalry with Kite Unabara, whom he defeats in their first encounter. Baihu also battles Shinobu Hiryūin, who ultimately defeats him.
Regarding his development, Baihu begins as a successful and cunning antagonist who achieves a major victory by stealing from Gingka. However, as the story progresses, he experiences defeats. He loses a tag battle against Eight and Kite Unabara, and is later defeated in a one-on-one battle by Shinobu Hiryūin. Despite his earlier claims of power, he is eventually overcome by the protagonists.
Baihu Xiao is notable for his abilities as a Blader. His Beyblade is named Berserker Byakko 125S. It is an Attack-Type Beyblade that utilizes the Synchrome System. Its design is a tribute to the Driger blades from the original series. The Beyblade's power comes from its Berserker Element Wheel, which features three sharp blades. These blades use centrifugal force to carve damage into an opponent's Beyblade. This ability makes it particularly hazardous against Defense-Type Beyblades, as it can shred their Warrior Wheels. His signature special move is the Fierce Tiger Blast, which summons the spirit of the White Tiger to slash and destroy the battlefield and his opponent.
In terms of background, Baihu Xiao has an unusual and feral origin story. According to information revealed by Team Garcias, he was raised in the wilderness of China by a white tiger. This upbringing in the wild is the source of his exceptional animal instincts and superhuman physical abilities, which were later noticed by DNA, leading to his recruitment into the organization. His past as a wild child also explains his sometimes unpredictable and savage behavior; once his primal instincts are ignited, he can transform into a rampaging beast.
Physically, Baihu is the shortest member of DNA. He has a pale complexion and spiky black hair, with some spikes resembling a crown and others drooping down like sideburns. His most distinctive features are his closed eyelids, which he typically keeps shut, and six scar-like lines on his cheeks, three on each side, that give him a feline or cat-like appearance. He has a black birthmark on his forehead, thin eyebrows, and a small nose. His eyes are seldom seen, but when he does open them, it is a clear indicator that he has become serious or vicious, and they are said to resemble a cat's eyes. He wears a white robe with black highlights that mimic a cat's tear marks, a collar, three red strips with yellow markings on the chest, and stuffy black pants with black and white shoes. When he tricked Gingka Hagane, he wore a different disguise consisting of a white scarf, a red t-shirt, and black pants. His overall physical appearance is notably similar to Ray Kon from the original series.
Baihu's personality is defined by his slyness and calm demeanor, which belies his dangerous nature. Despite his small stature, he possesses a persona that can be intimidating. He is typically depicted as calm and composed, with his eyes closed, but this peaceful exterior masks a fierce and vile interior. His most prominent character trait is his deceitfulness. He is not above using manipulation and lies to achieve his goals, showing no hesitation in tricking even a legendary Blader. When he opens his eyes, it signals a shift into a more aggressive and serious state.
His primary motivation stems from his loyalty to DNA and his role within the organization. He is dedicated to carrying out its plans, which often involve stealing powerful Beyblades and defeating opponents to further DNA's ambitions. He takes pride in demonstrating his own Beyblade's power and seems to enjoy the act of battling and defeating his opponents, showing a cruel streak when he damages Kite Unabara's Beyblade and takes pleasure in his victory.
Baihu Xiao plays a significant role in the story through several key actions. His most notable deed is successfully tricking and robbing the legendary Blader, Gingka Hagane. He feigned distress and fabricated a story about his Beyblade being lost in an abandoned temple. When Gingka offered to help, Baihu led him into a trap, stole his Samurai Pegasus, and then caused Gingka to fall into a pit. He later delivered the stolen Beyblade to Kira Hayama, who used it to create a powerful new Beyblade.
Later, Baihu confronts Kite Unabara at the Metal Bey City BeyPark. He reveals his identity as a DNA member and engages Kite in a battle. Despite Kite being a skilled defense-type Blader, Baihu's Beyblade proves to be overwhelmingly powerful, allowing him to win decisively. His special move, Fierce Tiger Blast, unleashes the spirit of the White Tiger of the West, which uses its claws to cut the stadium into quarters. Following the infiltration, he and his fellow DNA member Yoshio Iwayama announce the organization's plans to the main characters.
In terms of key relationships, Baihu is most closely associated with Kira Hayama, the head of DNA, serving as his right hand. He is also a partner to Yoshio Iwayama, another DNA member, and they are seen working together. He has a rivalry with Kite Unabara, whom he defeats in their first encounter. Baihu also battles Shinobu Hiryūin, who ultimately defeats him.
Regarding his development, Baihu begins as a successful and cunning antagonist who achieves a major victory by stealing from Gingka. However, as the story progresses, he experiences defeats. He loses a tag battle against Eight and Kite Unabara, and is later defeated in a one-on-one battle by Shinobu Hiryūin. Despite his earlier claims of power, he is eventually overcome by the protagonists.
Baihu Xiao is notable for his abilities as a Blader. His Beyblade is named Berserker Byakko 125S. It is an Attack-Type Beyblade that utilizes the Synchrome System. Its design is a tribute to the Driger blades from the original series. The Beyblade's power comes from its Berserker Element Wheel, which features three sharp blades. These blades use centrifugal force to carve damage into an opponent's Beyblade. This ability makes it particularly hazardous against Defense-Type Beyblades, as it can shred their Warrior Wheels. His signature special move is the Fierce Tiger Blast, which summons the spirit of the White Tiger to slash and destroy the battlefield and his opponent.