Records of the Ming Dynasty

Historical background Time span: from around the Tumubao Incident in the 14th year of the Zhengtong reign of Emperor Yingzong of the Ming Dynasty (1449) to the reign of Zong Jingtai of the Ming Dynasty. Core events: the invasion of Wala, the fiasco of Tumubao, the defense of Beijing, and the incident of seizing the gate. The situation in the rivers and lakes: The imperial court established the "Jinyiwei" and "Dongchang" to monitor the rivers and lakes, and private secret associations (such as the remnants of the White Lotus Sect, the Beggar Gang, and the Wulin Alliance) secretly resisted the eunuchs' dictatorship. Actor: Shen Changfeng Identity: He was originally the son of a scholarly family in Jiangnan. Because his father was involved in the "Yang Shiqi Case", he was falsely accused of collaborating with the enemy, and his family was ruined. Later, he wandered around the world and was adopted by the reclusive master "Venerable Deadwood". Personality: In the early stage, he is as gentle as jade and bookish; in the middle stage, he experienced hardships and became cold, deep and full of wisdom; in the later stage, he has the world in mind and is calm and majestic. Weapon: A broken sword "Crane Rainbow", later recast into "Shanhe Sword". Actress: Liu Ruyan Identity: The adopted daughter of Liu Tianxiong, the commander of Jinyiwei, is actually a descendant of Emperor Jianwen (hidden identity), and is proficient in disguise and assassination. Martial Arts: Shadowless Needle, Shapeshifting Body Technique, Double Sword Style "Mandarin Duck Slash". Second male lead/best friend: Tieniu (later renamed: Huo Qubing-like character, or "Lei Zhen") Identity: An orphan from the frontier army, rugged and bold, with immense strength. Personality: Unparalleled loyalty and integrity, he is Shen Changfeng's life and death brother. Martial arts: The hard skill of outsiders is "King Kong Demon Subduing Body", which uses a pair of bronze hammers. Wang Zhen: A powerful eunuch who attempts to consolidate his power by creating border wars and seeking the legendary "founding treasure" in order to seek the throne.