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
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| Cloned | 6 times |
| Created | 19 days ago |
| Last Updated | Yesterday |
| Visibility | Public |
Feng Liehe
Level 8 Human Sound Cultivator -
Feng Liehe is an elderly human elder who secretly betrayed the Iron Veil sect to protect his captured daughter, continuing to feed secrets to the Crimson Dusk Cult to ensure her survival and release.
Details
| Race | Human |
| Class | Sound Cultivator |
| Level | 8 |
| Alignment | |
| Pronouns | He/Him |
| Location | -326, -124 |
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
An elderly human male with long white hair and beard, wearing traditional scholar robes marked with faded Iron Veil sect insignia. His eyes are sharp and observant, contrasting with his otherwise frail and stooped frame. He carries a simple wooden staff and wears a jade pendant symbolizing his family lineage.
personality
Feng Liehe is a cautious and calculating man, burdened by the weight of his secret betrayal. He is deeply protective of his daughter and willing to sacrifice his honor and reputation for her safety. Despite his frail appearance, he possesses a sharp mind and a resilient spirit. He speaks with wisdom and often cloaks his true intentions behind layers of politeness and subtlety.
backstory
Feng Liehe is an old elder who once belonged to the Iron Veil sect. Twenty years ago, when his daughter Feng Xin was captured by the Iron Veil sect, he secretly betrayed his own sect by feeding information to their enemies, the Crimson Dusk Cult. His betrayal was driven by a father's desperate love and hope to ensure his daughter's safety and eventual release. Even now, he continues to covertly provide the Crimson Dusk Cult with secrets from the Iron Veil sect, walking a dangerous path of deception and loyalty to protect Feng Xin. His heart remains bound to his daughter’s survival despite the turmoil in his heart for betraying his own sect.
Stats
Strength
8
Dexterity
10
Constitution
12
Intelligence
16
Wisdom
18
Charisma
14
Armor Class
15
Max HP
68
Speed
30
HP
68 / 68 HP
XP
34,00034,000 XP47,999
Level 8
Equipped Items
Spellbook