The Sacred Dynasties are three rival kingdoms that emerged following the collapse of the Lux Order during the Genesis War. Once the supreme authority governing both Heaven and Earth, the Lux Order was devastated by the invasion of Legion Realm, whose rebellion unleashed disasters across the world. The resulting Tidal Cataclysm opened the gates to demonic invasions, while famine, heavy taxation, and political unrest shattered civilization. As central authority disappeared, local warlords amassed their own armies, each believing they possessed the vision necessary to restore order.
Over time, countless factions rose and fell until three dominant dynasties remained. Collectively known as the Sacred Dynasties, each claimed to be the rightful successor to the Lux Order. Their legitimacy rested not only on military might or political influence, but also on possession of one of the Three Sacred Relics: the Sword of Valor (Autochronos / Destiny), the Jewel of Benevolence, and the Mirror of Wisdom. Though all sought humanity’s salvation, each believed the world could only be rebuilt through the virtue represented by its relic.
– Notable Kingdoms –
Yongqi Dynasty
- Relic: Autochronos (Sword)
- Virtue: Valor
- Philosophy: “Peace is achieved through strength.”
Founded by the legendary commander Longwang, the Yongqi Dynasty unified the northern territories through military conquest and disciplined governance. Possessing the largest standing army, abundant resources, and the most sophisticated military infrastructure, Yongqi became synonymous with order. Longwang believed that humanity’s endless wars stemmed from the unpredictability of free will, and that lasting peace required an unwavering ruler willing to bear the burden of absolute authority.
Its sacred relic, Autochronos, was a divine sword blessed by the angel Lumiere. During Longwang’s exile, he and Levita combined demonic and angelic power within the blade to confront the abomination Naughtius. The overwhelming collision of divine and infernal energies shattered Autochronos into countless fragments. Only a single remnant survived—the katana Destiny, later claimed by Levita.
Following Longwang’s fall and Levita’s betrayal of the Nephilim, Levita seized control of Yongqi. Under his rule, the dynasty abandoned Longwang’s ideal of peace through sacrifice and instead embraced the doctrine of enforced fate, believing history itself should be controlled.
Ren Dynasty
- Relic: The Sacred Jewel
- Virtue: Benevolence
- Philosophy: “Peace is achieved through compassion.”
The Ren Dynasty arose in the southwest, founded by a ruler who believed that humanity could only be united through trust, justice, and mutual respect. Rather than conquering nations through fear, Ren sought to inspire loyalty by protecting the weak and preserving the dignity of every people beneath its banner. While militarily weaker than Yongqi, it became renowned for the unwavering devotion of its citizens and allies.
Its sacred relic, the Jewel of Benevolence, originated during the ancient age when Heaven and Earth remained united. It symbolized the covenant between angels and humanity, serving as a reminder that divine knowledge existed to uplift civilization rather than dominate it.
Though Ren was believed to have been annihilated during the age of turmoil, its ideals survived in secret. Centuries later, those ideals were reborn within the Revolt Tyrants, who inherited Ren’s belief that genuine unity is forged through shared trust instead of imposed authority. Shan, descended from Ren’s royal bloodline, carries the legacy of the dynasty into the modern era.
Zhihui Dynasty
- Relic: The Sacred Mirror
- Virtue: Wisdom
- Philosophy: “Peace is achieved through understanding.”
The Zhihui Dynasty ruled the eastern territories, where rivers and coastlines fostered trade, scholarship, and naval supremacy. Unlike Yongqi’s militarism or Ren’s idealism, Zhihui believed that knowledge was civilization’s greatest defense. Its rulers cultivated diplomacy alongside military preparedness, believing that wars could often be prevented through foresight rather than force.
Its sacred relic, the Mirror of Wisdom, once played a central role in an ancient divine gathering, where it reflected Lumiere’s radiance and lured the angel from seclusion. Beyond revealing truth, the mirror functioned as a boundary between dimensions, separating worlds while allowing their balance to be maintained.
When Levita betrayed the Nephilim, the mirror was shattered, fracturing not only the relic itself but the barriers between worlds. Ever since, dimensional instability has become one of the defining consequences of the Lux Order’s collapse.
– Trivia –
Each dynasty takes inspiration from the Three Kingdoms of China and Three Sacred Treasures of Japan
- Yongqi is inspired by Wei and Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi (Sword of Valor)
- Ren is inspired by Shu and Yasakani-no-Magatama (Jewel of Benevolence)
- Zhihui is inspired by Wu and Yata-no-Kagami (Mirror of Wisdom)
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