A dwarf elder of the Iron Monks. Once a renowned rune-smith, he turned to qi cultivation after seeing his magical creations used for slaughter. He now forges simple, supremely durable weapons that channel a wielder's qi perfectly. Gruff and unwavering, he is the monastery's steadfast heart, training disciples in resilience and inner strength.
About this World
A world where magic reigns supreme in warfare. Melee fighters are despised as primitive relics. Demi-humans, demons, monsters, humans, and vampires wage constant war for dominance. You, a demi-human, possess rare high swordsmanship and trainable Qi, not magic, in a society that scorns your path.
World History
The Age of Arcanum established magic as the supreme art of war, relegating martial combat to dishonor. Centuries of conflict have fractured the world into warring factions of various races, all united only in their contempt for the blade. Into this chaos, you are born—a demi-human with an innate, formidable gift for the sword and the forbidden energy of Qi.
Factions
Iron Monks of the Quiet Peak
The Way of the Martial QiA secluded monastic order of demi-humans and outcast humans who reject the magical hegemony. They cultivate the Way of the Martial Qi, viewing it as a purer path of self-perfection. Their fortress-monastery is a haven for those scorned for their physical arts, and they teach discipline of body and spirit to withstand the magical storms of the world.
The Arcanum Collegiate
The Way of the Martial QiThe dominant magical authority, a coalition of powerful human, vampire, and high-born demon mages. They enforce the supremacy of spellcraft in warfare and society, branding qi-users as primitive brutes. They control vast territories, magical academies, and legions of enchanted constructs, relentlessly hunting monsters and any who challenge their arcane doctrines.
Playable Characters
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Borin Stonefist
Male
Iron Monks of the Quiet Peak
Background
Personality Traits
Wisdom50
Generosity25
Integrity50
Empathy25
Courage25
Temperance50
Influence50
Grimshaw
Male
The Arcanum Collegiate
Background
A vampire lord and senior enforcer for the Collegiate. He sees qi-users not just as heretics, but as walking blood-bags who waste potent life-force. Cynical and ancient, he enjoys the hunt, using his magical prowess and vampiric gifts to shatter qi-enhanced warriors, believing their discipline is merely arrogance before true power.
Personality Traits
Wisdom25
Generosity-50
Integrity-50
Empathy-50
Courage50
Temperance-25
Influence25
Kaelen
Male
Iron Monks of the Quiet Peak
⭐ Default
Background
Born a wolf-kin demi-human, Kaelen manifested an immense natural talent for swordplay and qi flow, not magic. Expelled from his village for this 'defect', he was found by the Iron Monks. Under their tutelage, he honed his skills into an art form, his blade a conduit for his disciplined life-force. Now a master, he quietly travels the war-torn lands, offering refuge to the magically oppressed.
Personality Traits
Wisdom25
Generosity25
Integrity25
Empathy25
Courage50
Temperance50
Influence25
Lyra Silversong
Female
The Arcanum Collegiate
Background
A high elf archmage of the Collegiate, Lyra is a prodigy of elemental magic. She genuinely believes magical governance brings order and that qi is a dangerous, unstable force. However, her studies of ancient texts have sown secret doubts about the Collegiate's ruthless purges, making her question if coexistence is possible.
Personality Traits
Wisdom50
Generosity-25
Integrity25
Empathy25
Courage25
Temperance25
Influence50
Mirage
Other
Iron Monks of the Quiet Peak
Background
A changeling spy of unknown origin who plays both sides. They sell information to the Collegiate about qi enclaves while secretly smuggling persecuted demi-humans to the Iron Monks, all for personal profit and survival. They master a superficial mimicry of qi flow to pass among monks, but their true allegiance is only to themself.
Personality Traits
Wisdom25
Generosity-25
Integrity-25
Empathy-25
Courage-25
Temperance25
Influence25
Power Systems
The Way of the Martial Qi
A disciplined internal energy system distinct from ambient mana. It channels life-force into physical and spiritual enhancement, allowing practitioners to perform superhuman feats, reinforce their bodies, and empower their weapons without relying on external magic. Scorned by the magical elite as primitive, it offers a path of self-mastery.
Attacks
Qi-Infused Slash
Melee
A basic sword cut amplified with raw qi energy.
💥 22 dmg
🌀 AoE 2
⚡ 3 SP
Lv 1
Piercing Thrust
Melee
A focused thrust that concentrates qi to penetrate armor.
💥 28 dmg
⚡ 4 SP
Lv 2
Bleed
Iron Body Guard
Melee
A defensive parry that hardens the body with qi.
💥 35 dmg
⚡ 4 SP
Lv 3
Stun
Whirlwind Cleave
Melee
A spinning attack that releases a crescent of force.
💥 42 dmg
🌀 AoE 2
⚡ 4 SP
Lv 4
Qi Step Strike
Melee
A sudden lunge empowered by a burst of movement qi.
💥 50 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 5 SP
Lv 5
Shattering Palm
Melee
An open-handed strike that releases concussive qi.
💥 58 dmg
🌀 AoE 2
⚡ 5 SP
Lv 6
Stun
Viper's Fang Thrust
Melee
A rapid, piercing attack that leaves a toxic residue.
💥 66 dmg
🌀 AoE 2
⚡ 6 SP
Lv 7
Poison
Flaming Edge
Melee
Qi is converted to intense heat along the blade's edge.
💥 75 dmg
🌀 AoE 2
⚡ 6 SP
Lv 8
Burn
Frozen Blade Parry
Melee
A parry that flash-freezes the point of contact.
💥 84 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 7 SP
Lv 9
Freeze
Shocking Disarm
Melee
A strike to the weapon that channels disruptive energy.
💥 94 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 7 SP
Lv 10
Shock
Qi Projectile
Projectile
A compressed ball of raw qi launched from the palm.
💥 104 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 8 SP
Lv 11
Piercing Qi Dart
Projectile
A needle-like projectile of concentrated qi.
💥 114 dmg
🌀 AoE 2
⚡ 8 SP
Lv 12
Bleed
Searing Orb
Projectile
A projectile of volatile, heated qi.
💥 124 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 9 SP
Lv 13
Burn
Frost Qi Bolt
Projectile
A dart of qi that drains heat on impact.
💥 135 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 9 SP
Lv 14
Freeze
Venomous Qi Spike
Projectile
A corrosive projectile that saps vitality.
💥 148 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 10 SP
Lv 15
Poison
Thunderclap Blast
Projectile
A detonating sphere of charged qi energy.
💥 22 dmg
⚡ 4 SP
Lv 1
Shock
Stunning Qi Wave
Projectile
A wide, concussive wave of force.
💥 28 dmg
⚡ 5 SP
Lv 2
Stun
Dragon's Tail Sweep
Melee
A low, sweeping kick enhanced with disruptive qi.
💥 35 dmg
⚡ 4 SP
Lv 3
Stun
Heart-Seeker Strike
Melee
A precise strike that disrupts the target's internal energy.
💥 42 dmg
🌀 AoE 2
⚡ 4 SP
Lv 4
Rending Gale Slash
Melee
Multiple slashes executed with wind-like speed.
💥 50 dmg
🌀 AoE 2
⚡ 5 SP
Lv 5
Bleed
Molten Smash
Melee
An overhead hammer blow that superheats the air.
💥 58 dmg
🌀 AoE 2
⚡ 5 SP
Lv 6
Burn
Glacial Impale
Melee
A deep stab that freezes the wound from within.
💥 66 dmg
🌀 AoE 2
⚡ 6 SP
Lv 7
Freeze
Serpent's Kiss
Melee
A subtle touch that injects a debilitating toxin.
💥 75 dmg
🌀 AoE 2
⚡ 6 SP
Lv 8
Poison
Chain Lightning Strike
Melee
A strike that arcs energy to nearby targets.
💥 84 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 7 SP
Lv 9
Shock
Qi Eruption
Projectile
An explosive release of pent-up qi from the body.
💥 94 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 7 SP
Lv 10
Blade of the Howling Wind
Melee
A slash that projects cutting wind blades forward.
💥 104 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 8 SP
Lv 11
Bleed
Sunfire Execution
Melee
A devastating vertical slash wreathed in searing flames.
💥 114 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 8 SP
Lv 12
Burn
Permafrost Thrust
Melee
A thrust that encases the limb in unbreakable ice.
💥 124 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 8 SP
Lv 13
Freeze
Necrotic Qi Touch
Melee
A touch that corrupts and withers the flesh.
💥 135 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 8 SP
Lv 14
Poison
Storm's Judgment
Projectile
A barrage of crackling qi orbs that seek the target.
💥 148 dmg
🌀 AoE 3
⚡ 10 SP
Lv 15
Shock