The Primordial Codex contains the earliest recorded mysteries of the world’s creation, bound to the rise of nations and the Origin Flame.
In the beginning, before the world of mortals was even conceived, the Origin Flame took its first breath.
This act, a single, boundless exhalation, did more than just create the earth and sky; it wove a pattern of spiritual laws and energy into the fabric of existence.
The first breath was not random; it was a perfect, intricate design, and its details were captured and recorded not on parchment, but within the crystalline heart of a newly formed island—Insula Primordium.
The inhabitants of this secluded nation, the cultivators of Primordial, Light, and Shadow roots, were the first to exist outside the Flame’s direct influence.
They were, in essence, the “Silent Cartographers.” Their purpose, whispered down through eons, was not to rule or to interfere, but to watch and record.
They were the world’s librarians, tasked with preserving the original design of the universe as a silent, eternal record.
This record, a collection of every spiritual ley line, every natural law, and every nascent root of creation, was housed in a massive, sentient crystal in the heart of the island.
It was an atlas, but not of borders and cities; it was a map of power and potential. This was the Atlas of the First Breath.
The knowledge within this atlas, however, was so profound, so dangerous, that the Silent Cartographers sealed it away.
They knew that in the wrong hands, this map of creation could be used to unmake the world itself.
To access it, a spiritual codex was created—a key in the form of an ancient book.
This book, known as The Primordial Codex, was more than just a key; it was a guide, a spiritual text that required a cultivator to be in perfect harmony with all three of the Primordial roots to even begin to comprehend its contents.
Thus, the legendary artifact became known to a select few:
The Primordial Codex: Atlas of the First Breath, by the Silent Cartographer
It is a testament to the world’s creation, a book of ultimate power and knowledge that lies hidden and protected by the silent watchers of the world.
It is the story of how the world began, and perhaps, the story of how it will end.
What followed the First Breath was not peace, but formation—of factions, of nations, and of destiny.
From the spiritual designs recorded by the Silent Cartographers, seven sovereign realms emerged…
Realm of Origin – Yuanjing (源境), Born of the Origin Flame
The Realm of Origin, known in ancient scripts as Yuanjing (源境), is divided into seven powerful nations, grouped into two rival factions—the Imperial and the Union—as well as one reclusive stronghold.
Each has a distinct identity, role in global cultivation, and position in the spiritual-political balance of Yuanjing.
The Primordial Codex – Atlas of the First Breath
A sacred map inscribed by the Silent Cartographer, revealing the seven nations born from the Origin Flame.
| Nation | Faction | Meaning | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regnum Solis (Kingdom of the Sun) | Imperial Faction | Spiritual monarchy based on light and order | The central imperial nation. Cities gleam with authority and tradition, reflecting an elitist cultivation philosophy rooted in the power of the sun. |
| Aurum Portus (Golden Harbor) | Imperial Faction | Coastal trade empire aligned with the crown | A wealthy maritime ally. Its harbors are key to the empire’s economic power, symbolizing the golden flow of commerce and influence. |
| Ferro Pactum (Iron Pact) | Imperial Faction | Martial nation sworn by oath and steel | A military-driven society bound to Regnum Solis. Its legions embody discipline, with cultivators trained in formations and war-craft. |
| Concordia Libertas (Freedom Accord) | Union Faction | Center of collective rule and innovation | The democratic heart of the Union. Home to inventors, mavericks, and reformist sects pushing the limits of cultivation and cooperative governance. |
| Machina Arcanum (Arcane Machine) | Union Faction | Spirit-tech engineering powerhouse | A nation of artificers and spirit-engineers. Their mechanical creations and cultivation-tech hybrids push the boundaries of what is possible. |
| Caelum Viridis (Green Sky) | Union Faction | Nature-bound land of harmony and resistance | A forest-covered nation aligned with natural balance. Its sects live in harmony with the land, resisting the expansionist ambition of the Empire. |
| Insula Primordium (Island of the Primordials) | Reclusive Stronghold | Ancient island of forgotten power | A secluded and ancient land where powerful cultivators and primordial beasts reside. Shrouded in mystery, it stands apart from the world’s conflicts. |
Explore Each Nation in Detail
- Regnum Solis
- Aurum Portus
- Ferro Pactum
- Concordia Libertas
- Machina Arcanum
- Caelum Viridis
- Insula Primordium
The world of Realm of Origin is vast, mysterious, and ever-evolving.
As you explore the Primordial Codex and trace the ley lines drawn by the Silent Cartographer, remember that this is just the beginning.
Learn more about the Origin Flame, uncover the secrets behind Spiritual Roots, or delve into the nature of qi cultivation itself.
Whether you’re a lore-seeker or a future cultivator, this atlas is your gateway to the deeper mysteries of Yuanjing.
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