Star Martial Continent

[No System + polished writing + no convoluted plot twists + single world + intelligent villains + thrilling fights + overpowered protagonist + playing the fool while hiding his strength + cautious growth + some original content by the author]

The sword is born for those who love, and dies for them too!

Jian Nanke

On the Xingwu Continent, martial arts reign supreme. Martial cultivation has ten realms: Martial Disciple, Martial Practitioner, Martial Master, Martial King, Martial Emperor, Martial Sect, Martial Venerable, Martial Saint, Martial Sovereign, and the supreme Martial Emperor. If one reaches the pinnacle of the sword path, how could there be a demonic calamity lasting three thousand years?

If there is no reincarnation, what is there to fear in this mortal world?

“May the Lord’s grace shine upon us, and blessings endure.

Forgive our sins and cleanse our hearts.

Let the Way control desire, and the law restrain us.

We would sooner sacrifice ourselves than forsake our God.”

The congregation recited their morning prayers as they always did.

When they had finished, a sudden stir broke the silence.

A young man slowly emerged from behind the curtain on the stage.

He was slender and handsome, with delicate features. His steps were light yet sure, as if every one held some deeper meaning.

His appearance silenced the entire room, and every eye turned toward him.

This young man was Ankes:

the lord of the Fallen City, and also His Holiness the Pope of the Catholic Church.

Standing on the high platform, he looked down at the crowd, the corners of his mouth lifting into a faint smile.

Sunlight fell upon him, draping him in a golden glow and making him look