Valley of Broken Ascension world illustration - Chinese Mythology theme
Chinese Mythology

Valley of Broken Ascension

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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
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Xun Meilin
Xun Meilin
Level 7 Human Shadow Cultivator -
Meilin is a skilled courtesan in the Crimson Dusk Cult's Pleasure Den, gathering secrets and rewarding loyalty under Xia Lianhua's orders, driven by gratitude and ambition to restore balance to the Valley.
Details
RaceHuman
ClassShadow Cultivator
Level7
Alignment
PronounsShe/Her
Location1658, -468
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 Ingots0
Spirit Shards0
Brass Tokens0
appearance
A human female courtesan with long, flowing black hair, sharp almond-shaped eyes, and porcelain skin. She wears elegant crimson silk robes embroidered with subtle lotus patterns, and her movements are graceful and deliberate, embodying both beauty and danger.
personality
Meilin is cunning, observant, and fiercely loyal to those she trusts. She balances charm with a calculating mind, always assessing the room and the people within it. Though she appears gentle and alluring, she is unafraid to wield power and influence to protect the Crimson Dusk Cult and her own ambitions.
backstory
Meilin Xun was born into a humble family in the Valley of Broken Ascension, but her life took a dark turn when her village was destroyed by the miasma storm. Rescued and taken in by the Crimson Dusk Cult, she was trained in the arts of seduction, espionage, and manipulation within the Pleasure Den. Her loyalty to Xia Lianhua stems from a deep gratitude for saving her life and giving her purpose. Meilin gathers secrets and information to protect the cult and ensure its survival, while rewarding loyal cultists to maintain order and loyalty. Her ultimate motivation is to rise within the cult's ranks and one day lead the sect to reclaim the Valley from the chaos, avenging her lost family and restoring balance.
Stats
Strength
10
Dexterity
14
Constitution
12
Intelligence
15
Wisdom
13
Charisma
18
Armor Class
15
Max HP
52
Speed
30

HP

52 / 52 HP

XP

23,00023,000 XP33,999
Level 7
Equipped Items
Spellbook
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