Liang Yue

Arcanist

Liang Yue

★★★★★★

/Star/DPS Extra Action Immunity

Atier

Introduction

Liang Yue is a 6-star Star character in Reverse: 1999. Liang Yue's role is DPS Extra Action Immunity. Damage type: Reality.

On the combined Reverse: 1999 tier list Liang Yue is A tier, 40th of the 129 characters ranked, from where 4 community tier lists put Liang Yue.

Other Star characters in Reverse: 1999: 37, aliEn T, APPLe, Baby Blue, Barcarola, Blonney and 19 more.

What Liang Yue does

A Reality DPS who doubles as a protector: the Ultimate gives every ally a round of Immunity and 6 stacks of Guardian's Resolve, and starts Arise, Qiangliang! for 3 rounds. Banish Evil carries 80% Penetration and extends Guardian's Resolve, and in Arise each cast builds Justice or Peace Talons toward a Bane of All Evil at 6.

Profile

A Mixed's work. Exhibited in the 1990s for a duration of 17 years, created on April 15, Year of the Tiger, at the Beginning of Summer. Initially displayed in Henan, China, it was later relocated to the St. Pavlov Foundation, with a brief exhibition in Los Angeles, California, USA.

Dimensions: 64 61/64 x 26 49/64 x 17 23/32 in.

Medium: Temple ceremonial candles

Fragrance note: Oriental woody notes with old sandalwood, incense, bamboo leaves, and cedar.

Afflatus: The Beast Dancing-Performing Zhenzi [Star] Vigile Patrol Officer

Liang Yue's birthday is May 6.

Stories

9
DynTAC 1973X

A groundbreaking communication device and a symbol of status during the early economic boom. A treasured birthday gift from a relative, it carried heartfelt greetings despite its bulky size. Today, the "brick phone" serves as a unique sanctuary for a special companion, accessible only by its owner.

"Lightness of Heart"

A hat given to the interviewee by her master. The brim is woven with small armor plates, while the tassels around the edge are strung with yansheng coins to keep them from obstructing the wearer's view.

"The coins were my master's gift too. It's said they ward off evil and bring good fortune. Whether that's true or not, the blessing offered by my master certainly is."

Vigiles Uniform

Crafted from tireless dedication, unwavering discipline, and a deep belief in justice, this uniform symbolizes the wearer's commitment.

"My actions must never betray the honor of the Vigiles." Though spoken softly, these words resonate with conviction.

Longevity Lock

An ancient silver-and-jade longevity lock pendant with a tiger carved into its surface. It has been with its owner for over a decade. The interviewee says she's stayed healthy and escaped danger countless times thanks to it. Perhaps the writer should consider wearing such a talisman herself.

"The Heritage"

A totem, a responsibility, and a legacy. When thunder roared, this mask was passed to its young inheritor, fulfilling the ancestral wishes of countless generations. The wearer diligently maintains the mask three times a week, keeping it pristine and free from dust.

"The Plague Purger"

A standard government-issue ring-pommel saber. As a government-issued blade, it is unremarkable. Yet as a symbol of the highest supervisory authority of its era, it has weathered countless storms.

The sheath is engraved with the names of its seven successive owners.

The Last Fangxiangshi

On the seventh day of the twelfth lunar month, under the turning stars at year's end, a ritual must be performed to banish plague spirits, ensuring the renewal of life. Officials gathered in the palace, guards lined the stairs, and peasants, merchants, and craftsmen presented offerings. Even passing sages paused in reverence.

"Let Zhenzi prepare. Commence the banishment."

The eunuch recited incantations, and the Zhenzi responded in unison. Under watchful eyes, the Fangxiangshi brandished shield and spear, performing a solemn dance to summon the Xiandao Beast and dispel all evil spirits.

This year, however, something was different. Though the chief minister declared the ceremony complete, the Xiandao Beast lingered. The Fangxiangshi, clad in black and red robes, now bore white hair and furrowed brows.

The beasts growled lowly by his side as he spoke: "The lineage of the Fangxiangshi ends with me. You must carry on the duty."

The Zhenzi exchanged astonished glances, realizing their leader had entrusted them with the mantle.

Qiangliang let out a low growl. On this day, the chief minister and each of the Zhenzi took on a new surname, pledging to defend the people in the name of their respective Xiandao Beast.

Copies from the Police Station

Vigile Trainee Recommendation Letter

Vigiles Bureau:

Greetings, I had the honor of teaching Liang Yue in the course "Criminal Intelligence." On behalf of the St. Pavlov Foundation East Asia Branch, I am pleased to provide this recommendation.

During her time at university, Liang Yue demonstrated exceptional performance, engaging in advanced discussions on contemporary forensic knowledge and offering unique insights into the prevention and management of arcanum-related cases. Her practical skills are equally remarkable. Though her arcane skills can be unpredictable, she has consistently completed her assignments.

I strongly recommend Liang Yue for the Vigiles Trainee Program hosted by the Vigiles Bureau and wish her success in the selection process.

Signed: [This information is non-replicable]

Vigiles Selection Exam Results

Name: Liang Yue

Crime Scene Investigation: A+

Arcanum Examination: A+

Evidence Theory and Practice: A

Wrongful Case Analysis: A

Emergency Medical Aid: A+

Negotiation Skills: A

Dispute Mediation: B+

Selection Status: Passed

Administrative Office Seal: [This information is non-replicable]

Mobile Phone

Liang Yue: Hello, I'm Liang Yue. It's an honor to represent the Vigiles Bureau as a cadet and be interviewed by you …

Pandora Wilson: Stop right there. This isn't a formal interview, and I'm not one to bother with frivolous customs. Let's just have a casual chat.

Liang Yue: Oh, alright. What would you like to talk about?

Pandora Wilson: Many readers are curious about your "Xiandao Beast," Qiangliang. We've noticed that you summon it using a modern communication device rather than a specialized arcanum artifact.

Liang Yue: Yes. It's a mobile phone, though my classmates and colleagues prefer calling it "the brick."

Pandora Wilson: It's rare for arcanum to integrate so seamlessly with modern technology. Does it live inside the device?

Liang Yue: This phone isn't a spatial artifact. Qiangliang resides in a realm entirely separate from our reality. The phone acts more like a bridge that allows us to connect.

Pandora Wilson: What a pity. I had wondered if it could recharge the phone's battery on the go.

Liang Yue: Quite the opposite. Qiangliang often drains its power, especially when regaining its strength … I end up paying a hefty electricity bill every month.

Pandora Wilson: Are you saying that Qiangliang's lightning is charged with our power plants?

Liang Yue: … A portion of it, I suppose.

Stats

  • HP35th6,600
  • ATK25th1,153
  • Reality DEF77th492
  • Mental DEF71st492
  • Technique33rd456
  • Crit Rate33rd15.2%
  • Crit DMG33rd152.8%

At Insight III level 60, before Psychube, Resonance and Euphoria. Each bar is measured against the highest value in the Reverse: 1999 roster, and the place is out of every character with that stat.

At each Insight's level cap

  • Insight 0, level 30HP: 2,244ATK: 393Reality DEF: 168Mental DEF: 168Technique: 327Crit Rate: 10.9%Crit DMG: 146.4%
  • Insight I, level 40HP: 3,762ATK: 658Reality DEF: 281Mental DEF: 281Technique: 370Crit Rate: 12.3%Crit DMG: 148.5%
  • Insight II, level 50HP: 5,610ATK: 980Reality DEF: 419Mental DEF: 419Technique: 413Crit Rate: 13.8%Crit DMG: 150.6%
  • Insight III, level 60HP: 6,600ATK: 1,153Reality DEF: 492Mental DEF: 492Technique: 456Crit Rate: 15.2%Crit DMG: 152.8%

Base values before Psychube, Resonance and Euphoria. Each Insight also adds a share of the level 1 stats, which is counted here.

Recommended by the game

The game's goals for Liang Yue: Insight I level 40, then Insight II level 50, then Insight III level 60, then Resonance 5, 10, 13 and 15.

Skills

3
  • Banish Evil

    Incantation 1

    1-target attack. Deals 500% Reality DMG; this attack gains Penetration Rate +80%. Extends the duration of [Guardian's Resolve] on all allies by 1 round. If Liang Yue is in the [Arise, Qiangliang!] status, actively casting this incantation grants 1 additional [Justice Talon].

    First, scold sternly. Second, strike with thunderous force. Third, take down on the spot.

    Stars
  • Bless Life

    Incantation 2

    1-target buff. Grants [Guardian's Blessing III] to the target for 1 round; repeated applications will extend its duration. If Liang Yue is in the [Arise, Qiangliang!] status, actively casting this incantation grants 1 additional [Peace Talon].

    May I have your name? Where are you from, and where are you headed? Please, I'll need to see your ID.

    Stars
  • Call of Thunder: #0305

    Ultimate

    Mass attack. Deals 300% Reality DMG to all enemies. Grants [Immunity] to all allies for 1 round, and grants 6 stacks of [Guardian's Resolve] to all allies for 2 rounds. Grants [Arise, Qiangliang!] to self for 3 rounds, and if this unit is already in this status, extends the duration of the status to 3 rounds.

    Hello? Qiangliang, do you read me? Do you copy?

Insight passives

3
  • Destined Inheritor

    Insight I

    While in the [Arise, Qiangliang!] status, after actively casting a Qiangliang enhanced incantation, gain 1 [Justice Talon] or 1 [Peace Talon]; after actively casting an incantation from the overlap section of the Spelldock, gain 0.5 [Justice Talon] and 0.5 [Peace Talon]. When reaching 6 [Justice Talon] and or [Peace Talon] combined, consume 6 of these [Justice Talon] and or [Peace Talon] to cast a [Bane of All Evil] based on the balance of Justice Talons to Peace Talons: Cast [Bane of All Evil · Justice] when there's more [Justice Talon]. Cast [Bane of All Evil · Peace] when there's more [Peace Talon]. Cast [Bane of All Evil · Balance] when there's an equal number of talons. For every 1 [Justice Talon] or [Peace Talon] consumed, grant 1 stack of [Guardian's Resolve] to all allies for 2 rounds. When [Arise, Qiangliang!] ends, all [Justice Talon] and [Peace Talon] are cleared, and every stack of [Swift Resolve] on Liang Yue is converted into 3 stacks of [Guardian's Resolve].

  • Destined Inheritor II

    Insight II

    Critical Rate +10% when entering battle.

  • Destined Inheritor III

    Insight III

    When entering battle, gain Moxie +3 for self.

Portraits

5
  1. P1Call of Thunder: #0305: [Arise, Qiangliang!]'s duration is extended to 4 rounds, and the size of each enhancement section in the Spelldock is increased to 4.
  2. P2Destined Inheritor: When entering battle, the Moxie gained for self is increased to 5. The number of [Justice Talon] and or [Peace Talon] required for [Bane of All Evil] is decreased to 5.
  3. P3Call of Thunder: #0305: The [Immunity] duration is increased to 2 rounds. The stacks of [Guardian's Resolve] granted is increased to 12.
  4. P4Banish Evil: At incantation rank 1/2/3, the Reality DMG is increased to 240%/360%/600% and the Penetration rate is increased to 0%/40%/100%. [Guardian's Resolve]'s stack limit is increased to 40, and each stack's DMG Taken Reduction is boosted to -1%.
  5. P5Destined Inheritor: [Bane of All Evil · Justice]'s Reality DMG is increased to 600%; for every [Justice Talon] consumed, the Critical DMG bonus is increased to 30%. [Bane of All Evil · Peace]'s Reality DMG is increased to 600%; for every instance of [Poison] on the target, the DMG Dealt is increased to 20%. [Bane of All Evil · Balance]'s Reality DMG is increased to 300%; [Swift Resolve]'s stack limit is increased to 3, and for each stack of [Swift Resolve], [Bane of All Evil · Balance]'s additional Reality DMG is increased to 80%.

Each duplicate of Liang Yue gives one Artifice, and each Artifice unlocks the next Portrait, up to five.

Euphoria

1

The Long Journey to Justice

  1. Level 1When another ally performs an extra action, Liang Yue gains 1 stack of [Ritual Dance] for 2 rounds, up to 5 times per round. [Guardian's Resolve] New Effects: Grants DMG Dealt +(original DMG Taken Reduction effect x100%). Grants additional Incantation Might +(original DMG Taken Reduction effect x50%) to attacks affected by Incantation Might. [Arise, Qiangliang!]'s [Specified Selection] list now includes [Force Field] effects.
  2. Level 2When casting [Bane of All Evil · Justice], [Peace Talon] is counted as [Justice Talon], and for each [Justice Talon] consumed, this attack gains ATK +0.5%. When casting [Bane of All Evil · Peace], [Justice Talon] is counted as [Peace Talon], and for each [Peace Talon] consumed, this attack inflicts 1 stack of [Evil Expelled] on the targets for 1 round. When casting [Bane of All Evil · Balance], for each [Justice Talon]/[Peace Talon] consumed, this attack gains Incantation Might +2%. When casting [Bane of All Evil], this attack gains Incantation Might +5% for each stack of [Swift Resolve].
  3. Level 3▩3%s deals an additional 600% Reality DMG. [Arise, Qiangliang!] New Effects: When casting ▩1%s or ▩2%s, gains 1 stack of [Ritual Dance] for 2 rounds.
  4. Level 4Liang Yue can no longer gain her Ultimate; instead, she automatically casts ▩3%s at the start of the round if at 5 Moxie or above. When casting ▩3%s while [Arise, Qiangliang!] is active, grants +1 round of [Immunity] and [Guardian's Resolve] to all allies, gains 2 stacks of [Swift Resolve], and grants Ultimate Might +100% to this attack. [Arise, Qiangliang!] New Effects: ▩1%s and [Bane of All Evil] deal an additional ([Arise, Qiangliang!]'s base round duration x base Reality DMG x15%) Reality DMG. [Ritual Dance] New Effects: At 4 stacks of [Ritual Dance], ▩1%s counts as an extra action when actively cast. At 8 stacks of [Ritual Dance], the Reality DMG bonus of [Ritual Dance] is doubled; ▩1%s and [Bane of All Evil] additionally benefit from Incantation Might at a 40% rate.

Resonance patterns

6
Placidity
From the start · Default
Elucidation
Resonance 10 · Ultimate Might, Critical Rate, ATK
Genuinity
Resonance 10 · Incantation Might, Critical Rate, ATK
Stupefaction
Resonance 10 · HP, Critical Rate, ATK
Aspirational
Resonance 10 · Critical DMG, ATK
Hyperphrenia
Resonance 10 · Generalized

Resonance goes up to level 15. Each pattern swaps some Ideas for tuned ones that favour the stats listed beside it. Lay out Liang Yue's board in the Resonance builder.

Terms in this kit

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Immunity
Immune to [Stats Down], [Neg Status], and [Control] statuses.
Force Field
The holder is granting effects to the relevant characters. Disappears when defeated.
Peace Talon
While in the [Arise, Qiangliang!] status, gained after actively casting one of the 4 leftmost incantations from the Spelldock. When reaching 5 [Justice Talon] and [Peace Talon] combined, consume 5 of these [Justice Talon]/[Peace Talon] to cast a [Bane of All Evil] based on the balance of Justice Talons to Peace Talons.
Ritual Dance
Each stack enables [Banish Evil] and [Bane of All Evil] to deal (base Reality DMG x5%) Reality DMG (stackable up to 8 times, each stack timed independently).
Evil Expelled
DMG Taken Reduction -2% (stackable).
Justice Talon
While in the [Arise, Qiangliang!] status, gained after actively casting one of the 4 rightmost incantations from the Spelldock. When reaching 5 [Justice Talon] and [Peace Talon] combined, consume 5 of these [Justice Talon]/[Peace Talon] to cast a [Bane of All Evil] based on the balance of Justice Talons to Peace Talons.
Swift Resolve
[Bane of All Evil] requires 1 fewer [Justice Talon]/[Peace Talon], deals an additional 20% Reality DMG, and gains Incantation Might +5% (stacks up to 3 times, all stacks are removed after trigger). [Bane of All Evil · Balance] deals an additional 80% Reality DMG (stackable, stacks of [Swift Resolve] are not removed after trigger).
Bane of All Evil
When reaching 5 [Justice Talon] and [Peace Talon] combined, consume 5 of these [Justice Talon]/[Peace Talon] to cast a [Bane of All Evil] based on the balance of Justice Talons to Peace Talons: Cast [Bane of All Evil · Justice] when there's more [Justice Talon]. Cast [Bane of All Evil · Peace] when there's more [Peace Talon]. Cast [Bane of All Evil · Balance] when there's an equal number of talons.
Arise, Qiangliang!
Enhances and categorizes the allied Spelldock into different sections, granting bonuses to incantations based on the section the incantations are played from: The 4 rightmost incantations gain rank +1. When the 4 leftmost incantations actively apply effects within the [Specified Selection], those effects last +1 round. Incantations played from the overlap section gain both effects. When casting [Banish Evil]/[Bless Life], gains 1 stack of [Ritual Dance] for 2 rounds. [Banish Evil] and [Bane of All Evil] deal an additional (base Reality DMG x60%) Reality DMG.
Guardian's Resolve
DMG Taken -1%. DMG Dealt +1%. For attacks affected by Incantation Might, Incantation Might +0.5%. (Stackable up to 40 times, each stack timed independently.)
Specified Selection
[Stats Up], [Stats Down], [Counter], [Pos Status], [Neg Status], [Force Field].
Guardian's Blessing I
DMG Dealt +25%, DMG Taken -25%. When attacking/being attacked/at the end of the round, Liang Yue casts a rank 1 [Banish Evil] on the target/the attacker/the enemy with the lowest HP. After a successful cast, the remaining duration gets deducted by 1 round; otherwise, no duration is deducted.
Guardian's Blessing II
DMG Dealt +25%, DMG Taken -25%. When attacking/being attacked/at the end of the round, Liang Yue casts a rank 2 [Banish Evil] on the target/the attacker/the enemy with the lowest HP. After a successful cast, the remaining duration gets deducted by 1 round; otherwise, no duration is deducted.
Guardian's Blessing III
DMG Dealt +25%, DMG Taken -25%. When attacking/being attacked/at the end of the round, Liang Yue casts a rank 3 [Banish Evil] on the target/the attacker/the enemy with the lowest HP. After a successful cast, the remaining duration gets deducted by 1 round; otherwise, no duration is deducted.
Bane of All Evil · Peace
Deals 600% Reality DMG to all enemies. For each [Peace Talon] this attack consumes, right before the attack, inflicts 1 instance of [Poison] for 1 round, 3 stacks of [Burn], and 1 stack of [Evil Expelled] for 1 round on the targets. For each instance of [Poison] on the targets, this attack gains DMG Dealt +20%. For each stack of [Burn] on the targets, this attack gains Penetration Rate +3%. For each [Justice Talon]/[Peace Talon] this attack consumes, grants 1 stack of [Guardian's Resolve] to all allies for 2 rounds.
Bane of All Evil · Balance
Deals 300% Reality DMG to all enemies. Gains 1 stack of [Swift Resolve]. For each [Justice Talon]/[Peace Talon] consumed, this attack gains Incantation Might +2% and grants 1 stack of [Guardian's Resolve] to all allies for 2 rounds.
Bane of All Evil · Justice
Deals 600% Reality DMG to all enemies. Excess Critical Rate is converted into Critical DMG. Counts as a rank 2 incantation. For each [Justice Talon] this attack consumes, this attack gains Critical Rate +5%, Critical DMG +30%, DMG Dealt +10%, and ATK +0.5%. For each [Justice Talon]/[Peace Talon] this attack consumes, grants 1 stack of [Guardian's Resolve] to all allies for 2 rounds.

Upgrade costs

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Insight

  • Insight ISharpodonty ×18,000Page of Starlit Ascent ×6Trembling Tooth ×5Esoteric Bones ×5
  • Insight IISharpodonty ×40,000Scroll of Starlit Ascent ×10Cicada Wings ×6Holy Silver ×5
  • Insight IIISharpodonty ×200,000Tome of Starlit Ascent ×16Murmur of Insanity ×6Fruit of Good and Evil ×3

Levels

  • Insight 0, level 1 to 30Sharpodonty ×15,080Dust ×27,700
  • Insight I, level 1 to 40Sharpodonty ×53,250Dust ×100,500
  • Insight II, level 1 to 50Sharpodonty ×137,500Dust ×407,500
  • Insight III, level 1 to 60Sharpodonty ×403,000Dust ×816,400

Resonance

  • Level 2Moment of Dissonance ×5
  • Level 3Moment of Dissonance ×5Magnesia Crystal ×4
  • Level 4Moment of Dissonance ×5Trembling Tooth ×4Solidus ×3
  • Level 5Brief Cacophony ×5Rough Silver Ingot ×4Esoteric Bones ×4
  • Level 6Sharpodonty ×30,000Brief Cacophony ×5Clawed Pendulum ×3
  • Level 7Brief Cacophony ×6Prophetic Bird ×5
  • Level 8Brief Cacophony ×6Bifurcated Skeleton ×5Liquefied Terror ×4
  • Level 9Brief Cacophony ×8Holy Silver ×6Perpetual Cog ×4
  • Level 10Interlaced Shudder ×1Sonorous Knell ×5Winged Key ×6Biting Box ×6
  • Level 11Interlaced Shudder ×1Sharpodonty ×120,000Sonorous Knell ×5Platinum Ouija ×4
  • Level 12Interlaced Shudder ×1Sonorous Knell ×6Silver Bullet ×4Golden Grass Incense ×5
  • Level 13Interlaced Shudder ×1Sonorous Knell ×6Bogeyman ×5Goose Neck ×5
  • Level 14Interlaced Shudder ×1Sonorous Knell ×8Mistilteinn ×2Wyrmling Skeleton ×4
  • Level 15Interlaced Shudder ×1Sonorous Knell ×8Fruit of Good and Evil ×3Glowing Mothwing ×4

Euphoria

  • The Long Journey to JusticeKey of Thought ×12Sprout of Fantasy ×40Seed of Inspiration ×200Golden Fleece ×3

Costumes

3
  • Liang Yue in Original

    Original

    In her dreams, thunder once rumbled.

  • Liang Yue in Above the Green Tiles

    Above the Green Tiles

    Bells ring at dawn, where past and present become one.

  • Liang Yue in The Moon's Reflection

    The Moon's Reflection

    The moonlight glimmering on her blade, she leaps off the roof, ready to tear through the shadows of the night.

Art and animations

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