Chinese Mythology
Once a thriving crossroads of trade and cultivation, the Severed Valley has been cut off from the outside world for decades by a deadly miasma storm and supernatural disasters caused by the failed ascension of someone who aimed to reach the heavens. Within its borders, survivors fight for hope, power, and escape. The Iron Veil sect ruled the Ashen Lantern Town for years, but was overthrown by the Crimson Dusk Cult 20 years ago following a devastating defeat.
Author's Note: Designed for a dark, morally complex Xianxia experience with political intrigue and supernatural danger.
Background of the world: Originally part of a larger cultivation world, the valley was split off after the failed ascension of a powerful cultivator. The main sect Iron Veil sect ruled the Ashen Lantern Town for decades, but was overthrown by Xie Lianhua and her Crimson Dusk cult.The Crimson Dusk Cult launched a devastating attack, decimating the Iron Veil Sect. Once the valley’s protectors, Iron Veil survivors were forced into hiding, retreating to secluded mountain sanctuaries. Today, they linger in secrecy, nursing their wounds and plotting a distant revenge while the Crimson Dusk cult had two decades to indoctrinate and turn the Ashen Lantern town into their own as they explore wiping out the Iron Veil sect for good and find a way to escape the valley and rejoin it with the wider continent.
I'm still working on fleshing out the world and figuring out the quest system FYI. Hope you enjoy!
Powerbalancing custom xianxia spells is weird with a DND system though, so feel free to remove spells and flip to include 5e defaults if that's what you prefer
Character Art:
- Style: Manhua Watercolor
- Theme: Xianxia
| Played | 9 times |
| Cloned | 6 times |
| Created | 19 days ago |
| Last Updated | Yesterday |
| Visibility | Public |
Liang Wei
Level 3 Human Sword Cultivator -
Liang Wei is a morally flexible human Sword Cultivator from Furnace-Heart Hall who wields a unique qi-absorbing cheat, capable of becoming either a righteous hero or a corrupted villain.
Details
| Race | Human |
| Class | Sword Cultivator |
| Level | 3 |
| Alignment | |
| Pronouns | He/Him |
| Location | -357, -229 |
Skills
Acrobatics
Animal Handling
Arcana
Athletics
Deception
History
Insight
Intimidation
Investigation
Medicine
Nature
Perception
Performance
Persuasion
Religion
Sleight Of Hand
Stealth
Survival
Ispreparedcaster
Isspellcaster
Currencies
| Jade Ingots | 0 |
| Spirit Shards | 0 |
| Brass Tokens | 0 |
appearance
A young human male Sword Cultivator with sharp black hair tied back in a simple topknot, piercing dark eyes, and a lean, muscular build. He wears traditional cultivation robes marked with subtle silver embroidery symbolizing his connection to the ancient artifact. His presence exudes quiet confidence and latent power.
personality
Liang Wei is ambitious and cunning, with a sharp mind and a flexible moral code. He is charismatic and can be both inspiring and intimidating. He adapts quickly to situations and is not afraid to make difficult decisions, whether for the greater good or personal gain.
backstory
Liang Wei was born in the Furnace-Heart Hall, a place known for its intense cultivation trials and brutal training. From a young age, he discovered a mysterious ancient artifact buried beneath the hall, granting him a unique cheat: the ability to absorb and amplify the qi of others around him. This power allowed him to rapidly ascend in cultivation ranks, but it also exposed him to the temptations of power and the darkness within the Severed Valley. His moral compass is fluid, shaped by his choices and the influences he encounters. He can rise as a righteous hero, protecting the weak and seeking to restore balance, or fall into corruption, using his power selfishly and becoming a feared villain who manipulates and dominates others for his own desires.
Stats
Strength
14
Dexterity
18
Constitution
16
Intelligence
14
Wisdom
12
Charisma
16
Armor Class
17
Max HP
85
Speed
30
HP
85 / 85 HP
XP
900900 XP2,699
Level 3
Equipped Items
Spellbook