Northern Li

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北离
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Name Northern Li (北离)
Type Dynasty / kingdom
Ruling Clan Xiao clan 82 98
Founder Xiao Yi, who is later revealed to still be alive 172
Capital Tian Qi City 26 170
Ruler Emperor Xiao Ruo Feng, reigning under the era name Daoyuan 114 123
Former Ruler Emperor Tai An 31 111 114
Protector Li Changsheng 50 97
Status Active; lost control of the Southwest Dao following Jiang Mu Ming's declaration 163
First Appearance Chapter 1

History

Northern Li was established nearly two centuries before the main story and built its reputation through military expansion. Its conquests included Northern Que, Western Chu, and Southern Jue. Fifteen years before the story, Northern Li annihilated Western Chu; Jiang Mu Ming survived the destruction as its royal orphan. 1 50 82

Its enduring strength is attributed less to its institutions than to Li Changsheng, whom Jiang Mu Ming identifies as the dynasty's true protector. The court's confidence in its past victories, alongside its fear and suspicion of capable figures, becomes a central weakness under Emperor Tai An. 50 82

Emperor Tai An regarded Jiang Mu Ming's appearance in Tian Qi as a potential threat and ordered an investigation into the Academy Second Master's identity, cultivation, martial arts, and motives. After Jiang Mu Ming's Western Chu heritage became public, Tai An's faction attempted to force him out of Tian Qi. 31 100

Li Changsheng eventually punished Tai An for his actions, leaving the emperor with only one month to settle his affairs. Xiao Ruo Feng subsequently ascended the throne as Emperor Daoyuan and vowed not to repeat Tai An's mistakes. 111 114

Despite Xiao Ruo Feng's efforts to reform the court, Li Changsheng chose to defend Northern Li against Jiang Mu Ming. Li Changsheng's defeat destroyed confidence in the dynasty's ability to resist Jiang Mu Ming; soon afterward, former Western Chu clans rose in revolt and Northern Li lost the entire Southwest Dao within three days. 152 163 164

Government and Military

Institution / Figure Role
Xiao Imperial Clan Northern Li's ruling dynasty; the court seeks to preserve Xiao-clan rule even amid succession crises. 82 98
Emperor Xiao Ruo Feng Current emperor who took the throne after Tai An and accepts responsibility for preserving Northern Li. 114 123 152
Li Changsheng Northern Li's protector; his presence had long served as the foundation of the dynasty's strength and deterrence. 50 97
Eight Princes of Northern Li A renowned group of martial figures cultivated under Li Changsheng's influence and regarded as major guardians of Northern Li. 97 123 193
Xie Zhize Sword Guardian of Northern Li and former Grand Tutor; challenged Jiang Mu Ming to demonstrate that Northern Li still possessed powerful defenders. 83
Po Feng Army A force of one hundred thousand troops associated with Baili Chengfeng; it joined the assault on the Academy during Tai An's conflict with Jiang Mu Ming. 102

Territorial Changes

Region Northern Li's Position Outcome
Western Chu Conquered and destroyed by Northern Li fifteen years before the story. 1 Its surviving clans later supported Jiang Mu Ming and rebelled against Northern Li. 143 163
Northern Que Conquered by Northern Li; its remnants became associated with Beyond Heaven. 1 82 Northern Que forces continue to seek restoration and remain a political concern. 49 89
Southwest Dao Previously administered by Northern Li and exploited by its soldiers and aristocratic families. 167 Declared under Chuan Dao City's control after Li Changsheng's defeat; Northern Li lost the region in three days. 163
Tian Qi City Imperial capital and seat of the Xiao court. 26 170 Remains Northern Li's political center under Xiao Ruo Feng. 123 171

Relationships

  • Jiang Mu Ming — Initially viewed by the court as a dangerous, potentially disloyal Western Chu prince; Northern Li's attempts to expel or contain him escalated into a decisive conflict. 22 31 100 152
  • Li Changsheng — Northern Li's protector, whose strength sustained the dynasty's standing; he chose Northern Li over Jiang Mu Ming's envisioned prosperous order. 50 97 152
  • Xiao Ruo Feng — Current emperor and member of the Xiao ruling clan; he recognizes Northern Li's institutional failures and seeks to change its course. 79 82 114
  • Western Chu — A conquered kingdom whose destruction created long-standing resentment; its former clans became the core of the Southwest Dao's revolt. 1 143 163
  • Northern Que / Beyond Heaven — A former conquered state and continuing rival force; Northern Que's restoration remains a stated objective for Yue Yao and Yue Qing. 49 50 89
  • Southern Secret — A neighboring martial region that resisted the entry of Northern Li's Eight Princes during their mission to rescue Ye Dingzhi; the two regions later maintain peace. 123 207

Notable Events

  • Northern Li destroys Western Chu, leaving Jiang Mu Ming as its surviving prince. 1
  • Emperor Tai An orders an investigation into the Academy Second Master after Jiang Mu Ming's rise in Tian Qi. 31
  • Xie Zhize challenges Jiang Mu Ming in an attempt to preserve Northern Li's prestige. 83
  • Li Changsheng severely injures Emperor Tai An and gives him one month to resolve state affairs. 111
  • Xiao Ruo Feng ascends the throne as Emperor Daoyuan. 114
  • Li Changsheng elects to fight Jiang Mu Ming for Northern Li's sake. 152
  • Li Changsheng is defeated, and Northern Li loses the Southwest Dao to Jiang Mu Ming's Chuan Dao City. 163