The world is divided into Six Major Realms, each governed by ancient sects, clans, and empires. Power, resources, and spiritual density rise by tier.
Tier 1 – Outer Realms (Rugged, Resource-Starved)
• Eastern Desolate Lands (Li Tianming's homeland)
• Scattered small kingdoms, including the Vermilion Bird Kingdom
• Harsh terrain, decaying cultivation foundations
• Regular target of invasions and exploitation
• Northern Xuanwu Wastes
• Fortified mountains, known for brutal warrior tribes
• Supplies mercenaries and assassins to wealthier realms
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Tier 2 – Middle Realms (Developed, Politically Dangerous)
• Western Tiger Basin
• Rich agricultural empire
• Houses powerful merchant sects and spirit beast markets
• Southern Phoenix Lowlands
• Homeland of fallen royal clans with bloodline specializations
• Battleground for competing noble factions
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Tier 3 – Core Realms (Spiritual Epicenters)
• Central Divine Region
• Home of Ascension Sects and Profound Immortals
• Only realm directly protected by Immortal Kings
• Interferes with weaker realms under the guise of "balance"
• Holds divine archives, tribunals, and high-ranking cultivation relics
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🏯 Vermilion Bird Kingdom Geography – Tiered Structure
A once-prosperous realm now in decline, located in the Eastern Desolate Lands. Its geography is symbolically aligned with the mythical Vermilion Bird.
Tier S: Vermilion Capital (Heart of the Kingdom)
• Celestial Palace Complex
• Royal court, regent's tower, old king's tomb
• Location of the Shadow Lair and hidden formation nexus
• Nine-Flame Arena
• Public dueling grounds used for royal combat and court trials
• Crimson Jade Pavilion
• Secret vault of ancient treasures and spiritual bloodlines
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Tier A: Inner Domain
• Scarlet Wind Province
• Rich farmlands, now threatened by enemy bandits
• Blazing River Fortress
• Strategic chokepoint, recently fortified with Urahara's guidance
• Obsidian Mines
• Source of fire-essence stones used in forging divine artifacts
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Tier B: Outer Borderlands
• Ashen Plains
• Constantly raided by Black Tortoise forces
• Current location of multiple secret military camps
• Howling Peaks
• Home to sect ruins and beast-wandering zones
• Recently revealed to hide a divine altar linked to Tianming's system