The Embroidered Scale Bureau
绣鳞司
- Status
- Completed
- Length
- 279k Words
- Genre
- Historical
- Subgenre
- Historical & Ancient
- Updated
- 6mo ago
- Source
- Fanqie
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The most powerful thing about the setting of Xiu Lin Division is its "root". It is not a spy agency that descended out of thin air, but the dark side that grew out of the devastation of the empire after the defeat of the Northern Territory. Black robes, python scales, steel armor and horizontal swords, those figures that stirred up a chilling atmosphere among the government and the public, are actually the scabs formed by the most painful scars of the empire. The author did not write Xiulingsi as a simple "running dog of the imperial power". Underneath the mysterious black robe and the fine steel and soft armor, there are living people. They weave intelligence networks, eliminate spies, and supervise officials. They perform cold duties every time they take action; but they will also struggle to retain a trace of their own warmth under this cold scale armor. This is the real good historical strategy - not to stuff the characters into the shell of the setting, but to let the cold system and the glimmer of humanity tear apart in the same body. The stronger the chilling aura of Xiu Linsi, the brighter the struggling and beating humanity becomes.
This book is very beautiful, with great stamina, compact and fascinating plot. The author has solid writing style and has built a grand world view. I really love reading it. I hope the author will continue to update and tell us this story well. Great author, please come on~[Send heartfelt wishes][Send heartfelt wishes]
Taking the defeat of the Northern Territory during the Cangxi period as a guide, the Xiulin Division, a secret guard organization directly under the imperial power, was created with rigorous setting and fierce character. Black clothes, python scales, steel armor and horizontal swords, intelligence and killing are intertwined, making the plot full of tension. The author has a solid foundation in history and rigorous logic. Between the cold system and cruel responsibilities, he digs out the glimmer of humanity and makes the dark side of the world vivid and three-dimensional. It is a masterpiece of high-quality Machiavellian historical writing.
Imaginary dynasties, historical texts, and political themes. It really tests your historical skills. The author has clear logic and solid historical skills. It's really strong.
My favorite novel, about historical intrigue. I never get tired of it. It has a great sense of story. The author has presented the plot vividly. I support it! Five-star praise for rebuilding the temple ~
Good looking, great fighting