In ancient China, powerful factions vie for prestige, money, power, and strength. The wulin, the world of martial arts, is flush with these groups of fighters, priests, warriors, heroes, villains, and vagabonds. Incredible acts of gallantry and despicable betrayals combine with awesome displays of weapon skills and supernatural agility to form a world of conflict. A world where dramatic duels and deadly combat occur every day.

The school of the Black Heron sect is hidden away deep in the mountains, far removed from the fighting and politics of the martial world. Here, talented young martial artists from all over are able to train and learn from incredible instructors. Here they hope to grow into powerful warriors who will lead the future of their sects and clans.

It is here that Yu Wanxi, a proud young swordsman hailing from the Wudang Clan, finds himself. He must use his skill with the blade and his connections with his new friends to solve mysteries and uncover truths. And become strong enough to confront a lingering demon from his past.