白蛇:缘起
"The legend begins."
White Snake - Characters & Cast
Character Analysis
Blanca (Xiao Bai)
Zhang Zhe
Motivation
To discover her true identity and, subsequently, to protect Xuan against the forces seeking to destroy them both.
Character Arc
Starts as a lost soul with no memory, discovering humanity through Xuan. She regains her terrifying power but chooses love over her clan's hatred. Her journey ends in tragedy as she loses Xuan, fueling her 500-year search for his reincarnation.
Ah Xuan
Yang Tianxiang
Motivation
Pure, unconditional love for Blanca, regardless of her species or the danger she poses.
Character Arc
A snake catcher who fears snakes, he grows into a brave protector. Realizing humans and demons cannot be together, he visits the Fox Spirit to become a demon himself—the weakest kind (a dog demon)—just to remain by Blanca's side.
Verta (Xiao Qing)
Tang Xiaoxi
Motivation
Loyalty to Blanca and the survival of the snake clan.
Character Arc
Blanca's 'sister' (fellow disciple) who holds a deep grudge against humans. She attempts to bring Blanca back to the fold but eventually respects Xuan's sacrifice, though she remains skeptical of humanity.
Little Fox (Baoqing Fang Owner)
Zheng Xiaopu
Motivation
Curiosity and commerce; she thrives on the desperate desires of others.
Character Arc
A mysterious, two-faced workshop owner who crafts magical items. She aids the protagonists for a price, serving as a chaotic neutral force who facilitates Xuan's transformation.