Martial Arts
Martial Arts Introduction
Martial arts form the bedrock of combat across the Phantom World. Rooted in classical wuxia disciplines, these styles weave together lethal Sha-Qi, esoteric arts, and clockwork mechanisms, directly defining a warrior's power and standing in the realm.
Martial arts in the Phantom Realm center on Sha-Qi, cultivated through internal energy, external techniques, and agile footwork. Every sect boasts distinct heritages, while supreme masters forge their own peerless secret arts.
Basic Concepts
Sha-Qi
The bedrock of every technique. Certain moves can be further empowered by raising Sha-Qi. Imbibing Mourning Elixir or other medicinal brews pushes these techniques to their utmost lethality.
Killing Intent
Another moniker for Sha-Qi, though Killing Intent is purported to be ten times more lethal in potency.
Martial Art Categories
Sword Technique
Swordsmanship styles, the most ubiquitous martial discipline across the Phantom Realm. Notable figures:Soul(Black Wound Sword Art), Zuo Shang(Graceful Sword Art).
| Move Name | User | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Soul | Black Wound's signature art, boasting peerless and lethal speed | ||
| Soul | Conjure Sha-Qi illusions to bait and mislead enemy attacks | ||
| Soul | Black Wound's dreaded sword art, designed to wipe out entire clans | ||
| Soul | Unleash dozens of rapid, nimble strikes in quick succession |
Blade Technique
Fierce, heavy martial arts centered around sabers. Notable figures:Magic Sword(Dark Devil Fortress Blade Art).
Movement
Martial arts that boost movement speed and evasion. Signature techniques include Ghost Step and Cloud Step.
| Move Name | User | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Soul | A phantom footwork technique that disrupts the surrounding air | ||
| Soul | Channel Sha-Qi to your feet to boost movement speed |
Inner Arts
Internal martial arts form the foundation of all external techniques. A deeper reservoir of inner energy unleashes far more potent Sha-Qi.
Faction Martial Arts
| Factions | Martial Arts Features | Key Figures |
|---|---|---|
| Orthodox master of consummate swordsmanship | Sword Pavilion Master | ||
| Profound Inner Arts, Master of Hidden Weapons | Lord of Moonfort | ||
| Dominant Demonic Arts, Soaring Sha-Qi | Mo TianMagic Sword | ||
| Assassination Arts, Phantom Footwork | SoulZuo Shang |
Secret Arts / Ultimates
Devastating maneuvers forged by supreme masters, far outmatching conventional martial arts.
| Move Name | User | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Soul | Soul's ultimate technique, renowned as completely unstoppable across the martial world | ||
| Soul | Pervasive blade-wave strikes that find every vulnerability | ||
| Return to Zero | Dark Heaven Castle | Dark Heaven Castle's pinnacle secret art, producing limitless Sha-Qi |
Related Pages
| Power System | Notable Characters | Related Factions |
|---|---|---|
| Esoteric Arts | Soul | The Order | ||
| Zuo Shang | Anmo Fortress | ||
| Mu Xiaokui | Mirage |