In four directions away from the Forbidden City stand the four figurative pillars of the martial arts society. Each of them is centuries old and has a history so full of heroes and villains and marvels that each of them could fill a small library with their stories.
Small Forest Sect (North-East)
Dragon Well Sect (South-East)
Iron Shadow Fortress (South-West)
Lofty Mountain Society (North-West)
These factions are not quite as ancient and illustrious as the Pillars but they nevertheless wield an enormous amount of power and influence.
Beggar Fraternity
Heaven Sword Clan
Hell Clan
Wei Corporation