World Geography

Tier 1 – Outer Realms (Rugged, Resource-Starved)

Examples:

Eastern Desolate Lands (including Vermilion Bird Kingdom)

Northern Xuanwu Wastes

Cultivation & Power:

Mostly Qi Gathering → Foundation Establishment cultivators

Rare Core Formation elites; Nascent Soul Realm extremely rare

Harsh environments limit spiritual energy; cultivation slower, lifespan shorter

Political power fragmented among scattered small kingdoms and warlords

Frequent target of invasions from wealthier realms; relies on guerilla warfare, mercenaries, assassins

Major Forces:

Vermilion Bird Kingdom military (mostly up to Core Formation)

Black Tortoise Warden Sect (notable poisoners and spies at Foundation to Nascent Soul)

Warlord factions in borderlands with rare Nascent Soul figures

Brutal warrior tribes and mercenary bands from Xuanwu Wastes (Qi Gathering to Foundation Establishment)

Tier 2 – Middle Realms (Developed, Politically Dangerous)

Examples:

Western Tiger Basin

Southern Phoenix Lowlands

Cultivation & Power:

Stronger cultivation base with many Core Formation → Nascent Soul Realm cultivators

Emergence of Soul Sea Realm elders and generals

More stable and fertile lands with rich spiritual resources, supporting faster cultivation growth and longer lifespans

Political complexity with merchant sects, noble clans, and spirit beast markets competing for influence

Frequent factional battles and noble rivalries

Major Forces:

Powerful royal clans with bloodline enhancements

Merchant and spirit beast sects controlling trade and resources

Military governors at Core Formation to Nascent Soul

Soul Sea Realm elders occasionally intervene in politics and warfare

Tier 3 – Core Realms (Spiritual Epicenters)

Examples:

Central Divine Region

Cultivation & Power:

Highest concentration of top-tier cultivators from Nascent Soul → Ascended Immortal Realm

Home to Ascension Sects, Profound Immortals, and legendary figures

Protected directly by Immortal Kings, whose powers transcend mortal understanding

Spiritual resources and ley lines dense and pure; fastest cultivation progressions and longest lifespans

Holds divine archives, celestial tribunals, and ancient cultivation relics

Major Forces:

Ascension sect elders (Soul Sea to Immortal Foundation Realm)

Immortal Kings and Realm Kings (Ascended Immortal Tier)

Celestial guardians and divine enforcers

Powerful sect armies and spiritual legions