Overview Gallery
The eldest son of the Huo family, the most powerful family in Huating. He may seem aloof and arrogant, but is actually a warm-hearted person who cares for his people. The night may be long, but there's a bright light in his heart.
Huo Shao is an Ancient Dreams Companion.
Profile[]
Interests[]
Archery, reading military books
Lantern quotes[]
| When Interacting |
|---|
| "It's human nature to be ungrateful. However, you seem to be an exception." |
| "My sister loves osmanthus cake. Hm? You like it too? Alright, this box is yours." |
| "Dawn will eventually arrive. However, there's still some time. Would you like to wait for the sunrise with me?" |
| Upon Receiving a Preferred Gift* |
| "I must find something suitable to repay you for this amazing present. Hmm... What do you like?" |
| "Now that's something new. You've put effort into this. Do you have something you'd like to ask from me?" |
| Upon Receiving a Non-Preferred Gift* |
| "I can sense your sincerely. However, there's still room for improvement." |
| "Leave it there. I'll get Adjutant Wei to take it." |
| After Using All Interactions Attempts |
| "Go rest if you're tired. You're not a child anymore, why are you still incapable of taking care of yourself?" |
*If you give gifts in batches and the total is 20 affection points or more, even if they are 1-star gifts and the traits do not match, the Companions will still show that they liked the gifts and say a quote of appreciation.
Reading Event quotes[]
- See also: Reunion of Old Dreams
| Reunion of Old Dreams quotes |
|---|
| Lasting Scent Event: When Interacting |
| "In my dream, I built a city, filled with prosperity and splendor within, and surrounded by fields of blooming flowers outside. Would you like to come?" |
| "Bundle up when it's cold, and fill your belly when it's empty. Should you fine yourself unoccupied... well, feel free to seek me out. I'll have a copper hot pot, sweet osmanthus cake, a breathtaking sunset, waiting just for you." |
| "I wonder what you're thinking about when you're looking at flowers, but I'm definitely thinking of you." |
Gameplay[]
Gift Guide[]
Huo Shao likes gifts that have the traits 
and 
.
| Gift Name | Affection Points | Recipe |
|---|---|---|
Silver Saddle 
|
90 | Metal  +  Fabric
|
Rose Perfume 
|
75 | Spices  +  Water
|
Hunting Musket 
|
75 | Metal +  Wood
|
Goodwill Gifts[]
| Level | Reward |
|---|---|
| 2 | Blueprint: Pining Twig |
| 3 | Blueprint: Solitary Drink |
| 4 | 30 
|
| 5 | Blueprint: Rainy Buds Character Relic |
| 6 | 50 1 Character Relic Shard |
| 7 | 5 Parven's Mementos  1 Character Relic Shard |
| 8 | 5 Maud's Gratitude  1 Character Relic Shard |
| 9 | 300 1 Character Relic Shard |
| 10 | 1,000 1 Character Relic Shard |
Letters[]
First Letter
Gu Yunting
It's been a few days since we parted on the street. Have you learned your lesson yet?
You're the first person in all of Huating who's ever dared to startle my horse. I can't tell if you're courageous or just reckless.
That isn't the purpose of my letter, though. I wrote it because I want to know whether you've been to Linyuan Temple.
You don't have to reply immediately. Think carefully before you answer. There are many matters which cannot be solved alone, so I advise you to banish the thought of keeping things from me again.
I also heard from Wei Guo that you returned the medicine he sent over.
Do you think I have enough free time to engage in these useless pleasantries with you?
Keep it if you want, and toss it if you don't. It's not worth much anyway. Stop returning it to me. It's annoying.
Huo Shao
Second Letter
Miss Gu
I have a message from my mother: The reunion dinner was good.
She's never had much of an appetite, so it's quite a feat to get a compliment from her. I'm surprised. Looks like restoring antiques isn't the only thing you can do.
Don't worry too much about the matter with Conservator Xia. I was born in Huating and grew up here. With my current status, I would have helped him even without your request.
Come to think of it, it's been chaotic outside lately. Come to my residence if you ever need my help. Of course, I'm not offering my help for you. I need to make sure you're safe because there's still so many unsolved mysteries about Linyuan Temple.
I've been keeping in mind those words you told me in the study. I will get Wei Guo to inform you id I discover anything suspicious. You should be more alert if your surroundings too. Take care of yourself, and don't just blindly rush into everything.
It's exceptionally cold this New Year's Eve, so remember to put on more clothing.
Huo Shao
Third Letter
Yunting
Bet you never thought I would spend five days writing this letter.
There are many things I would like to tell you, but I don't know where to start. You know how I'm awkward with words.
Marching, training, strategic formations, tactics... I've never found any of those challenging.
However, I seem to have no talent when it comes to making you happy.
I'm trying my best to improve, so please wait a while longer for me.
There has been unrest in the north over the past few days again. Someone told me that I shouldn't keep a good lady waiting, especially in these times. They said that if I really loved you, I would let you go and allow you to live a peaceful life.
However, I don't think I'm capable of doing it. I won't let go of your hand, as long as I'm alive. I hope I will always be on your mind and that you'll share all your experiences and feelings with me. You are the only one in this world who can warm my heart. I believe you have feelings for me too.
I will only say these words once. I will prove this through my actions for the rest of my life:
Gu Yunting, I will do my best to protect you.
Huo Shao
Reunion of Old Dreams Event
Only Memories of You
Yunting, I hope this letter finds you well. Unnoticed, another winter has passed. I haven't seen such a vibrant flower in quite some time. Even I, who consider myself cold and indifferent, can't help but feel a surge of joy. You, too, are such a vibrant and lively person. Since we met, I've often received such pleasant surprises from you. Whether it's an amulet or a squirrel carving, they've always brought a ray of light into my otherwise gloomy days. Although partings are inevitable, this light is enough to illuminate my path forward. It's also since meeting you that I've gained a deeper understanding of the significance of ending the war. Only in a peaceful world can lovers be reunited. That is my greatest hope now.
You must think I'm saying some silly, mushy things. In fact, I've rewritten this letter countless times, trying to erase these foolish words. But every time I pick up my brush, I find myself writing them down unconsciously. So, I'll be more direct.
Yun Ting, I miss you terribly.
I think of you when I see the clouds, when I see flowers, when I write, and when I go to sleep.
Even the most vibrant flowers will eventually wither, but my feelings for you will never change.
You once told me that we met in a dream because my prayer beads had been touched by the aura of Linyuan Temple.
I wonder, if I keep this flower close to my heart day and night, letting it absorb my thoughts, could I meet you again in a new dream?
Yun Ting, I no longer dwell on past dreams, only on you.
Hoping to be the one you dream of, Huo Shao
Character Relic[]
Huo Shao's Relic is the Sacred Beads. Starting at Goodwill Lv. 5, you will receive a copy of his relic/shard every time his Goodwill levels up.
Expand to see Relic info.
Sacred Beads
Rarity: 
Scene Tag: 
Style: 
- Level 1 Style Scores: 382
- Style Scores will increase by 32 points each time the level is raised
Skill: Thoughts of Life
- Add 4.0% to the base score of clothing
- This percentage will rise when players "Enhance Skill"
- Add 3.0% to the base score of Grand and Elegant items
- Base score for Grand and Elegant items increases by 3.0% each time Huo Shao's Goodwill increases by one level
Awaken: Awakening will increase both Style Scores by 1,700 points
Description: Sacred, with a will of their own. They have considered countless philosophical questions, and ways to deal with the sorrows of the world. The man named Huo Shao have given them an answer: as long as one cares for the world, mere words are of no substance.
Chapter Appearances[]
| Disclaimer: The following section contains spoilers for Ancient Dreams. Please proceed with caution. |
The following lists show all the stages in which Huo Shao appears, but do not detail what happens. This section could be considered a minor spoiler, so proceed with caution.
Chapter 1 (TBA)
Chapter 2 (TBA)
Chapter 3 (TBA)
Trivia[]
- Huo Shao is 25 years old in the story.
- According to the author of Ancient Dreams, Huo Shao fought in the war for three years before his return in 3-16 Miles Of Spring.
- During his time away, he always sent letters - sometimes long, sometimes as short as a single word "Safe".
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