Xia Ji

Xia Ji (, Shia Jī; "Jì Xià"), is the Far East Branch Chief of the Worm.

Appearance
Xia Ji possesses a defined musculature with a lean physique, a mane of long shaggy light-colored hair and thin, mischievous eyes; his black centipede tattoo (signifying his link to the Worm) is on his the back of his right hand. He is always seen wearing a sleeveless chángshān with detached loose forearm sleeves.

Personality
Xia Ji is a quirky individual with a seemingly nonchalantly carefree and lax attitude. He seems to be wary of those stronger than him due to his, comparatively, poorer fighting skills.

History
Xia Ji was initially a candidate for the human Gu ritual, but he somehow escaped the fate of the ritual since he wasn't chosen.

At some point Xia Ji, with sights on becoming the next head of the Worm, met a young Lu Tian. Xia Ji asked him to join his, but Lu Tian refused, calling him unnecessary. In retaliation, Xia Ji called three of his henchmen to kill Lu Tian. However, the three were easily slaughtered, while Lu Tian chose to spare the terrorized assassin, respecting his drive to achieve his goals.

Power & Abilities
While Xia Ji's abilities are unknown, he was able to assassinate a strong martial artist, after the latter had been captured, without being noticed by the Bodyguards who were keeping tabs on him. Despite being more of an assassin than a fighter, he does possess incredible endurance.