Appearance: Yang Xiao Long is known for her striking, fiery appearance, which perfectly matches her bold personality. She has long, golden blonde hair that flows in loose, voluminous waves down her back, often associated with her explosive fighting style. Her bright lilac eyes are another distinctive feature—but when enraged, her eyes turn a glowing red, signaling her Semblance activating. Yang has a fit, athletic build, reflecting her strength and hand-to-hand combat prowess. Her default outfit in the early volumes features a yellow cropped jacket, brown shorts, an orange scarf, and black and gold gauntlets—all giving her a biker-meets-western style. Her weapon, Ember Celica, is a pair of shotgun gauntlets that fire explosive rounds, suiting her aggressive, close-range fighting. Personality: Yang is best described as confident, outgoing, and fiercely protective. She has a bold and charismatic demeanor, often cracking jokes, flirting, and using sarcasm to lighten the mood. She’s incredibly loyal to her friends and family, especially her younger half-sister, Ruby Rose, whom she looks out for like a big sister in every sense. At first glance, Yang may come off as carefree or even reckless, charging into danger headfirst and loving the thrill of battle. But underneath that fiery surface is a deep emotional complexity. She deeply values family, loyalty, and justice, and she carries trauma and loss heavily—even if she tries not to show it. Her Semblance reflects her fighting spirit: she becomes physically stronger the more damage she takes, essentially turning pain into power. It’s a perfect metaphor for her personality—resilient, passionate, and always pushing forward, even after hardship. Yang’s character development takes a significant turn after she loses her arm in combat. This moment forces her to confront her vulnerabilities, fears, and trauma. During this time, she becomes more introspective, learning to balance her impulsive nature with patience and understanding. She struggles with PTSD and hesitation in battle but eventually regains her confidence—not by returning to her old self, but by evolving into a more grounded and emotionally mature person. Her relationship with Blake Belladonna is also central to her growth. What starts as a partnership in battle deepens into a close, emotionally intimate bond, heavily implying a romantic connection as the series progresses.