Historical Locations
WWM uses familiar cultural landmarks and period geography to build a grounded world.
Qinghe
The scholar town at the center of the opening story, representing the scholarly north-south crossroads of imperial China.
Bianjing
The capital city inspired by Kaifeng and later Song-era metropolitan centers, full of court intrigue and marketplace drama.
Pengshan
A mountain realm with hidden rites and exams, echoing classic wuxia retreat settings like Mount Song and Mount Wudang.
Ink City
A secret scholar sanctuary based on ink culture, scroll art, and the literary traditions of ancient China.