Personages
Emperor You Ming
Founding Emperor of Genyuu, half-God half-Demon, forged Shadow Flame, issued the Tian Tong Laws, unified the realm, and created an era of equality between Gods and Demons.
Xuan Ming
Regent of the Empire, oversees all military and political affairs, assisted the Emperor in unifying the realm and laying the foundation of the empire.
Dong Jiu
Three-dynasty Prime Minister of the Shen Dynasty, the Emperor's teacher, who upheld the ideal of public service all his life. He was poisoned to death by Shen Tian for remonstrating against the Demon Slaughter Decree. His spirit became the foundation of Genyuu's governance.
Ling Ye
First commander of the Genyuu Guard, born from the Emperor's personal guard, who has followed him since the Demon Shadow Cave era. Impartial and unyielding, he personally investigated many major cases violating the Tian Tong Laws, and is the most resolute guardian and enforcer of the empire's laws.
Mo Chen
First Dean of the Spirit Political Academy, the founder of the empire's education and official appointment system. He led the establishment of schools at all levels from local to central, formulated the merit-based imperial examination system, broke the centuries-old hereditary barrier, and delivered a large number of talents to the empire.