And as they say, life is not complete till you have your companions, your friends by your side. Just like that, Fen Xiaojin's friends, who are going to walk side-by-side even in the situation where you see nothing but the end of your life.
None of them know, what future holds for them.
Let's take a look at those future warriors, who are going to reshape the whole martial world.
1. The Crown Prince: Yao Tianheng (Tianlong Clan)
This is the Tianlong clan, the one who manipulates the natural element widely known as Sky. This is the clan that claims itself as Heaven, known as the mightiest one among all major clans.
A young boy was practicing martial arts with a sword in the beautiful combat hall of the Tianlong clan. His movements are precise, controlled and perfect in every possible way.
His master Qin Rushen steps forward.
"Prince, your precision grows sharper than yesterday."
Tianheng bows, "Yes Master, I humbly accept your guidance."
Character: Yào Tiānhéng
Clan: Tiānlóng (天籠)
Rank: Prince
Abilities: Controls weather and sky, enhances speed, deflects attacks
Family and Mentors:
Father: Sky Clan Lord Yào Shēngtian, strict but honorable.
Mother: Lady Yào Ruíyán, wise, soft-spoken.
Master: Elder Qín Rúshēn, balances sternness with subtle warmth.
2. The Fire Heir: Yan Linhe (Huoyan Clan)
This is the Huoyan clan, the one who manipulates fire. The six sigil fire line was the mightiest fire line of this clan. This clan ranks 2nd among all major clans.
Linhe channels energy into his palms, flames flickering around his fingers. The heat causes sparks to dance along the polished obsidian floor.
Clan Elder Huo Zhenxiu steps forward, fanning smoke away.
"Your control improves, Linhe, but remember, fire obeys the will, not the other way around."
Linhe bowed and said, "Thanks to your guidance Master."
Character: Yán Línhè
Clan: Huǒyán (火焰)
Rank: Battle Prodigy
Abilities: Manipulates flames, creates offensive attacks
Family and Mentors:
Father: Fire Clan Lord Yán Hóngjié, fierce and ambitious.
Mother: Lady Yán Xīngyún, manipulative but protective.
Master: Grand Elder Huǒ Zhēnxiù, teaches both restraint and destruction.
3. The Water Healer: Lan Yueyi (Lanshui Clan)
This is the Lanshui clan, the one who manipulates water. The daughter of the clan leader has a good knowledge of medicine, that is why, she is known as a prodigy healer among the young generation. This clan ranks 3rd among the major clans.
Yueyi stands by a pool, channeling water to heal an injured sparring partner. Drops shimmer with a soft blue glow.
Elder Shui Yuxin watches quietly.
"Compassion is strength, Yueyi. Never let the coldness of the world freeze your heart."
Yueyi bowed, "Yes, Master."
Character: Lán Yuèyì
Clan: Lánshui (澜水)
Rank: Prodigy Healer
Abilities: Heals, purifies, shapes water for defense and support
Family and Mentors:
Father: Water Clan Lord Lán Shíyǔ, stern yet fair.
Mother: Lady Lán Bìyù, nurturing, emphasizes humility.
Master: Elder Shuǐ Yǔxīn, healer and strategist.
4. The Wind Assassin: Fēng Jìyǐng (Fenghua Clan)
This is the Fenghua clan, the one who can manipulate wind and air. They are known as assassins in the martial art world, but assassination is considered a skill instead of a sin here. This clan ranks 4th among all major clans.
Jiying disappears mid-step, reappearing atop a pillar. A wooden dummy shatters under his silent strike.
Master Feng Tianli nods.
"Precision and silence, Jìyǐng. A shadow leaves no trace."
Jiying bowed and said, "Understood Master."
Character: Fēng Jìyǐng
Clan: Fēnghuā (风华)
Rank: Assassin
Abilities: Stealth, speed, slicing wind currents, vanishes unseen
Family and Mentors:
Father: Air Clan Lord Fēng Hánlu, cold, distant
Mother: Lady Fēng Yùlán, Deseased
Master: Fēng Tiānlǐ, strict, trains assassins with unwavering discipline
5. The Earth Guardian: Tǔ Zhànxīn (Tuya Clan)
This is the Tuya clan, the one who manipulates the element known as earth. Enriched in what people call nature. This clan ranks 5th among all major clans.
Zhànxīn lifts a sword effortlessly, crushing a carved target with ease. The ground trembles slightly with each strike.
Elder Tǔ Dìqiáng claps slowly.
"Strength alone is not enough. Guard, protect, endure, these are your duties."
Character: Tǔ Zhànxīn
Clan: Tǔyá (土牙)
Rank: Warrior
Abilities: Manipulates earth, creates shields, tremors, immense strength
Family and Mentors:
Father: Earth Clan Lord Tǔ Shānliang, honorable, stoic
Mother: Lady Tǔ Hóngyue, gentle, teaches patience
Mentor: Elder Tǔ Dìqiáng, enforces discipline and endurance
These are the major clans of martial art world, with many minor clans working under them. But as they say, not every warrior is born with a master or a bloodline that carried generational bravery in it. Just like that, we have another character, who stands out when it comes to clans and their responsibilities.
6. The Fortune Shadow: Mu Yan (Qiandong city)
Not all power is forged in clans or inherited through bloodlines of elements. The daughter of the biggest gambling house of Qiandong city. She was expected to master numbers, negotiations, and risk. Instead, she chose the sharper edge of survival.
Behind the gambling house, before dawn breaks, Mu Yan practices with twin daggers. Her movements are fluid, deliberate, and unreadable. Every strike lands where it must, never wasted, never loud.
Her master, an unassuming man known only as Old Qiao, watches from the shadows. "Fortune favors the prepared, not the reckless," he says calmly.
Mu Yan sheathes her blades and inclines her head. "I do not gamble with my life," she replies. "I calculate it."
Family and Mentors:
Father: Lord Mù Jiānhóng, master of trade and information.
Mother: Lady Mù Rénxīn, deceased.
Mentor: Old Qiao, former strategist of the martial world.