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World Background: Introduction to the Four Major Nations

The "Fantasy World" setting merges elements of Xianxia (cultivation), magic, and exotic arts, featuring four distinct nations, each with its own unique culture, factions, and political structures.

Different regions host various sects and skills, all intertwined in a complex web of grievances and alliances.

The world is primarily divided into four nations: the Shuntian Dynasty on the eastern mainland; the Moonrise Empire on a northwest island; the Commercial Republic on a western island; and the Changfeng Republic on a southwest island.

Shuntian Dynasty: Occupies the majority of the Central Plains, modeled after the Ming Dynasty. It is surrounded by various ethnic tribes and local strongmen. As it has been established for less than a century, there are many internal resistance forces. Some sects and gangs are even more powerful than the government. Threats from northern demons and eastern foreign tribes prevent the dynasty from unifying or expanding further.

Moonrise Empire: Located in the northwest and composed of two crescent-shaped islands, this nation is modeled after the Japanese Sengoku (Warring States) period. Local Daimyos hold significant power, while the Emperor is revered by the people as a symbolic leader.

Commercial Republic: A circular island in the west with a square Mediterranean-like sea in the center, resembling an ancient coin. Modeled after Hong Kong and ancient Venice, its population consists mainly of merchants and sailors. Due to the conflicts between the other three nations, the neutral Commercial Republic has become a major hub for international espionage.

Changfeng Republic: An island nation in the southwest. Many of its people are descendants of those who fled the mainland due to dissatisfaction or failed opposition to the Shuntian Dynasty. Although theoretically a democratic republic, actual power is largely held by corporate conglomerates and underworld syndicates.

Northern Demons: Reside in the cold northern lands. Despite the harsh environment, the demons possess great power and constantly seek to seize Shuntian territory for a better living environment.

Eastern Foreign Tribes: Various tribes roam to the east, with the "Canglang (Blue Wolf) Tribe" being the most prominent threat to Shuntian. There are also legends of distant, mysterious empires, though little information reaches the mainland.