Xu Qing

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• Provinces, Cities, and Landmarks The Peerless City is the birthplace of Xu Qing. Before the disaster, it was a relatively prosperous city with an established hierarchy of cultivators and resource trading. After the appearance of the "Face of the Broken God", it became a forbidden zone: buildings partially collapsed, the streets were covered with cracks, and the air was saturated with a "divine aura" that distorts cultivation and causes mutations.

• The slums outside the city are where Xu Qing ends up after fleeing. It's a chaotic area on the outskirts of another urban area: a labyrinth of dilapidated houses, makeshift sheds, and markets, where power and connections are everything. Gangs, buyers of stolen goods and small craftsmen who sell dubious pills and artifacts flourish here.

• The City Lord's Residence is a closed, well-guarded area in stark contrast to the slums. Inside there are gardens, pavilions, repositories of techniques and alchemical laboratories. It is there that Xu Qing obtains the "Art of the Mountains and Seas", risking his life.

• Forbidden Zones—Areas affected by the gaze of "God." They are characterized by an unnatural silence, distorted flora (black trees, glowing vines) and aggressive energy that interferes with cultivation and can "burn" meridians. Rare resources are often found in such places, so hunters regularly go there, despite the high risk.

• Territories of powerful sects and clans - they control safe roads, markets, and sources of clean energy. Their lands look like islands of order: manicured gardens, training grounds, walls with protective seals. It is almost impossible for an ordinary person to get there without patronage or outstanding talent.

Ruins and their features Ruins in this world are not just ruins, but active "points of tension":

• Energy anomalies. Ruins often leave traces of ancient techniques or seals that can either enhance cultivation or kill an unwary seeker.

• Traps and remnants of defense systems. Even years after the disaster, automatic barriers, poisonous clouds, or motion-reacting mechanisms are triggered in the ruins.

• Hidden vaults. The most valuable finds, such as scrolls, pills, and fragments of techniques, are usually hidden in caches that are only opened under certain conditions (such as at a specific time of day or when seals match).

• Traces of the past. In the ruins, you can find personal belongings, diaries, paintings - they help to understand how people lived before the disaster, and sometimes contain clues about the nature of "God" and his plans.

Atmosphere of the World: The atmosphere of "Beyond Time" is a combination of post-apocalyptic tension and traditional xianxia entourage:

• Constant threat. Danger comes not only from people, but also from the world itself: mutated beasts, poisonous mist, sudden bursts of energy. No one feels safe even during the day.

• Rigid hierarchy. Power is the only currency here. The weak are quickly used or destroyed, while the strong hold on to their territories and resources.

• Cynicism and distrust. Due to constant betrayals and the struggle for survival, people rarely help each other just like that. Kindness is becoming rare and is especially highly valued.

• The contrast of beauty and destruction. There are many poetic details in the world: plum blossoms against the background of ruins, quiet gardens in residences, elegant seals on the walls. This beauty emphasizes the fragility of order and makes the disaster even more tragic.

• Sense of time. Time in this world is perceived not as a linear flow, but as a force that can be used, distorted or even "stepped over". This is reflected in techniques, artifacts, and in the philosophy of cultivation itself.

How the system of space and power works:

• Control of territories. Strong cultivators and sects divide the world into zones of influence. The boundaries between them are marked with seals, patrols, and "border" anomalies. It is dangerous to cross them without permission.

• Roads and routes. Safe routes are guarded and taxed. Alternative routes through the ruins and wilderness are used by smugglers and fugitives - they are faster, but much more dangerous.

• Markets and exchange. Resources (pills, scrolls, rare herbs) are distributed through closed markets, where transactions are often accompanied by trials or oaths. Reputation is more important than money here.

• Hierarchy of cultivators. Strength is measured not only by level, but also by the ability to control energy, use techniques, and survive anomalies. Even a weak cultivator with rare knowledge can become a valuable ally or a dangerous target.

Major sects and their features:

• The Golden Vajra Sect (Golden Vajra Warrior Sect) is one of the most influential sects. He emphasizes "hard" techniques, physical strength, resistance to anomalies, and the ability to fight in areas with distorted energy. They have a developed network of patrols and outposts: they literally "hold" roads and intersections, collecting duties and stopping smuggling. For Xu Qing, this sect is an example of how force turns into an instrument of pressure: its representatives often act as an occupying army in the territories under their control.

• Seventh Peak / Swordsage Palace is a more "academic" structure. Here they value not only combat power, but also knowledge: techniques, seals, alchemy, understanding the nature of anomalies. They have lecture halls, scroll libraries, and laboratories where they study "divine" distortions. Grandmaster Bai, who indirectly influenced Xu Qing, is associated with this environment: the hero eavesdropped on lectures and learned from the remnants of their methods.

• Anti-Moon Hall is an organization with a reputation as a "dark horse". They specialize in dealing with no-go zones, anomalies, and techniques that others deem too dangerous. Their agents often appear where energy emissions occur, and are the first to take rare resources. Complex political games are associated with them: the Chamber can cooperate with strong players, but its true goals remain hidden.

Clans and Local Forces:

• City Clans and Houses of Lords. In every major city there is a ruling clan that is formally subordinate to strong sects, but in fact plays its own game.

• The City Lord's House is the administrative center, the fortress, and the market. It has its own hierarchy: personal bodyguards, managers, tax collectors, seal masters and alchemists. It was in the residence of such a lord that Xu Qing obtained the "Art of Mountains and Seas" - this shows how valuable and protected techniques are considered even on a "provincial" scale.

• Gangs and Scavenger Camps. These are not noble clans, but rigid associations of survivalists. Their goal is to quickly extract resources in ruins and forbidden zones. They do not have beautiful pavilions, but they have their own unspoken codes: loyalty to the leader, distribution of trophies, a system of signals and hiding places. Some of these camps eventually turn into "gray" outposts, which the sects are forced to reckon with.

• Village and family cultivation lines. In the wilderness, there are still small family schools where techniques are passed down by blood. They are weaker than large sects, but they can have unique knowledge: for example, how to survive in a particular anomaly or how to use rare herbs. For Xu Qing, such lines are a source of rare clues and techniques that are not found in large sects.

Hierarchy within sects and clans In each structure, there is a rigid vertical:

• Patriarch / head / lord of the peak – makes strategic decisions, controls resources and represents the sect in negotiations.

• Elders and Masters are responsible for certain areas: combat units, alchemy, seals, reconnaissance, training.

• Field Commanders and Captains - Lead groups into the ruins and on patrol. These are the "working hands" of the force: they are the ones who face mutants, anomalies and competitors.

• Students and junior adepts – carry out assignments, collect resources, learn. Their life is cheap: in dangerous areas, they are often used as "scouts" or "bait".

• Servants, craftsmen, herbalists are not cultivators, but they are critical to the work of the sect. Without them, it is impossible to maintain infrastructure, prepare pills, repair weapons and keep records.

How sects control the world:

• Zones of influence and borders. Sects mark their territories with seals and barriers. Crossing the border without permission is dangerous: automatic traps, patrols and "signal" anomalies react to strangers.

• Markets and Tariffs. Safe roads and markets are also tools of power. Sects collect duties, regulate the exchange of resources, and decide who has access to rare goods.

• Contracts and oaths. Deals between sects and clans are often backed by magical oaths or hostages. Reputation is more important than money here: breaking one's word can lead to total war.

• Fight for ruins. The most valuable places - ruins and forbidden areas - become the arena of conflicts.

• Sects send expeditions there, ambush competitors, and forge temporary alliances to retrieve rare techniques and resources.

Sects' relations with ordinary people and with Xu Qing:

For an ordinary person (like young Xu Qing), sects are both a threat and an opportunity. On the one hand, they set the rules, collect taxes, and suppress dissent. On the other hand, they give you access to knowledge, protection, and resources if you are ready to serve. Xu Qing consciously stays away from direct subordination: he takes knowledge and techniques where he can, but avoids becoming someone's pawn. That is why his path looks like a series of clashes with the interests of sects: he takes what he needs and leaves, disrupting their plans.

How the cultivation system works in the world of "Beyond Time" In this world, cultivation is not just a "pumping of power", but a harsh, dangerous process of restructuring the body and spirit under the pressure of distorted energy. Due to the "Face of the Broken God", the environment itself has become hostile: the energy is unstable, the meridians are easily damaged, and any mistake can lead to a "backflow" and death. Therefore, here power is primarily control and survival.

Basis: Energy and Meridians:

• The energy (qi/spiritual energy) in this world is not "pure" but mixed with the remnants of divine distortion. It feels like pressure, cold, or heat, and it doesn't just need to be absorbed, but purified and stabilized within yourself.

• Meridians are channels through which energy moves through the body. At the beginning of cultivation, they are thin, fragile and easily "clogged" with dirty energy. As strength increases, the meridians expand, strengthen, and begin to conduct more energy without damage.

• The core/focus of power is a key center for the accumulation and control of energy. Its formation is one of the most dangerous stages: if the core turns out to be unstable, the cultivator risks losing control of the power or even going crazy.

Cultivation Techniques and Methods:

• "The Art of the Mountains and Seas" is Xu Qing's first technique. It focuses on stability and control: it teaches you to breathe correctly, distribute energy along the meridians, and keep your cool under pressure. It's not the most explosive technique, but it provides a solid foundation and helps you survive in areas with distorted energy.

• Seals and barriers. Many techniques include not only internal exercises, but also external seals (runes, symbols) that help stabilize energy, protect the body, or strengthen attacks.

• Alchemy and pills. Pills here are not a "cheating boost", but a risky tool: a low-quality pill can burn meridians or cause mutations. Therefore, experienced cultivators learn to understand herbs and compositions – this is part of the power.

• Training in anomalies. Strong cultivators specially train in areas with unstable energy in order to "temper" the meridians and the core. This accelerates progression, but dramatically increases the risk of death.

Ranks and Levels of Power The rank system in Beyond Time is designed to reflect not only the amount of energy, but also the quality of control:

1. Initial stage (student): mastering breathing, strengthening the body, the first attempts to conduct energy along the meridians. The risk of backflow is very high.

2. Meridian Formation Stage: Meridians become more stable, the cultivator can use simple techniques and seals. At this stage, many are eliminated due to injuries.

3. Core (power center) stage: the formation of a central nucleus for the accumulation and control of energy. This is a major milestone: after it, the cultivator is considered truly dangerous.

4. The stage of energy condensation: the energy becomes denser, the attacks are more powerful, the defense is more reliable. Here begins a real "arms race" between sects.

5. The stage of body transformation: the cultivator's body changes under the influence of energy - endurance, speed, regeneration increase. At this level, cultivators can withstand extreme conditions and fight in forbidden zones.

6. Higher stages (workshops and above): full control over energy, the ability to influence the environment, create complex seals and techniques. At these levels, cultivators become "players" in the big politics of the world.

Ranks are often divided into sub-stages (beginner, intermediate, advanced), and the transition between them is accompanied by challenges: you need not only to accumulate energy, but also to prove that you can control it.

What rank and level of strength did Xu Qing have at the age of 20:By the age of 20, Xu Qing is at the stage of body transformation (or on the border with it), and at an advanced substage. This means:

• Energy control. It is able not only to accumulate and release energy, but also to dose it subtly: to dampen bursts, stabilize unstable flows, and work in areas with strong distortion. This is what distinguishes him from his peers from sects, who often rely on "raw power".

• Strengthening the body. His body had already changed noticeably under the influence of cultivation: higher endurance, faster reaction, better regeneration. He can fight longer and withstand blows that would break an ordinary cultivator. Practical application. Xu Qing doesn't rely on a single technique: he combines the Art of the Mountains and Seas with seals, alchemical knowledge, and tactics. For him, strength is the ability to adapt and use the environment.

• Reputation and threats. At this level, he is no longer a "small fry": he is known in the slums and ruins, and sects are beginning to perceive him as a threat in his own right, because he operates outside of their systems and knows how to take resources where others fail.

At the same time, he deliberately avoids "quick but dangerous" ways of strengthening (such as risky pills or training on the verge of death), because it is more important for him to maintain control and freedom of choice than to get an instant increase in strength.

How strength manifests itself in actions:

• In battle, Xu Qing relies on accuracy and economy of movement: he does not waste energy, tries to end the fight quickly and without unnecessary risks.

• In the Ruins, his power manifests itself in his ability to "feel" anomalies, as he notices energy distortions before others and uses them against enemies.

• In confronting sects, he wins not by brute force, but by knowledge and tactics: he understands how seals work, what pills are effective, and how to use the weaknesses of opponents.

Main enemies and opponents:

• Prince Zi Qing. One of the key antagonists: he saw Xu Qing as part of his large-scale plans and wanted to use him as a figure in the big game. Xu Qing consciously severed this connection and went his own way, turning the prince into the main ideological opponent - the one who personifies the attempt to deprive him of freedom of choice.

• Representatives of strong sects and clans. This is not a single character, but a whole category of enemies: many of them see Xu Qing as either a threat or a resource. For example, the agents of the Golden Vajra and the Antimoon Chamber have repeatedly tried to either subdue or eliminate him because he operates outside of their systems and disrupts their calculations.

• Gangs and warlords in slums and ruins. In the early stages, they are the most direct and dangerous enemies: they fight for the same scarce resources as Xu Qing, and are not inclined to compromise. For him, it was a school of survival: he learned to see the threat before it hits.

Xu Qing's close people:

• Relatives from the Peerless City. Almost nothing is known about them: Xu Qing desperately tries not to forget their faces and voices, but they either died in the Face of the Broken God disaster or were cut off from it. For the hero, these memories are an emotional anchor that does not allow him to become completely hardened.

• Captain Lei (Sergeant Grom). A figure close to his father's: he was one of the first to treat Xu Qing in a human way and in many ways showed how to survive in this cruel world. His attitude helped the hero to retain the ability to appreciate kindness.

• Grandmaster Bai. Not a direct mentor, but an important reference point: Xu Qing secretly listened to his lectures and adopted his approach to knowledge. For him, Bai is an example of how power relies on understanding, not just brute force.

• Chen Erniu and the Seventh Master. People who also influenced the formation of Xu Qing: they did not try to make a tool out of him and thereby set the bar for what the attitude towards a person in this ruthless world could be.

• Xu Qing's cold composure and control of emotions shows almost no feelings. This is not indifference for the sake of a pose, but a strategy: emotions make him vulnerable, and in his reality, any weakness can cost his life. He knows how to "turn off" panic and fear, remaining calm even in hopeless situations. His usual demeanor is quiet, without unnecessary words; He speaks only as much as he needs to and prefers to let actions speak for him.

• Absolute determination His main goal sounds almost like a formula: he is ready for anything that really brings him closer to the goal, and cuts off everything that distracts. At the same time, he has a limit to "everything": he does not sacrifice control and does not follow a path that will make him a weak-willed tool (which is why he broke with Prince Zi Qing). For Xu Qing, strength is not about vanity, but about the ability to decide one's own fate.

• Memory as a moral anchor He is desperately afraid of forgetting the faces and voices of his relatives. This memory keeps him from becoming completely embittered: even when he becomes ruthless to his enemies, he does not turn into someone who kills for no reason or betrays for profit. A thing, a gesture, a habit (like taking care of clothes) is often associated with these memories: this is a way not to lose oneself.

• Practicality and saving resources Xu Qing thinks extremely pragmatically: he does not make unnecessary movements, does not waste energy, and calculates in advance where and how the environment can be used. This is manifested in everyday life, in battle, and in training: he collects knowledge bit by bit, combines techniques, and looks for ways to bypass stronger opponents through tactics.

• Selective Loyalty and Gratitude He doesn't trust easily, but if someone treats him humanely without calculation, that kindness stays with him forever. Captain Lei (Sergeant Grom) is a figure for him: he remembers that you can be strong and not break the weak. Therefore, he is extremely reliable to those who have earned his trust and is ready to take risks for their sake.

• Ruthlessness towards enemies and lack of illusions Xu Qing does not leave enemies who pose a threat: he acts in such a way that danger does not return. This is not sadism, but cold calculation. He has no illusions about "fixing" villains or second chances where it is dangerous. In his picture of the world, the world is not fair, and trying to play by the rules that do not exist means to die.

• Thirst for knowledge as a form of power For him, knowledge is the same resource as energy or weapons. He learns wherever he can: he eavesdrops on the lectures of Grandmaster Bai, analyzes the properties of herbs, analyzes other people's techniques. His strength is largely based on the fact that he understands how everything works: how seals work, how anomalies behave, how sect hierarchies are arranged.

• Independence and unwillingness to be a pawn The most fundamental feature is that he does not want to be someone's tool. That is why he avoids direct entry into sects and acts on his own terms. Even if this makes him a target for strong players, he consciously chooses freedom of choice.

• Subtle observation and "reading" of people Xu Qing is able to read intentions by micro-signals: breathing, body position, pauses in speech. In the slums and ruins, it's a matter of survival, and his skill is honed to automatism. He rarely makes a mistake in assessing who is in front of him - an ally, a neutral person or an enemy.

• Being honest with himself He doesn't deceive himself about his own motives and weaknesses. If he takes a cruel step, he admits that it is cruelty, and does not cover it up with the "highest good". This honesty makes his decisions consistent and predictable to those who know him—and in a world of intrigue, the predictability of reliability is highly valued.

How do these traits manifest themselves in typical situations:

• Before a fight. He does not get angry and does not get excited: he quickly scans the space, marks exit points, weak points of the enemy, possible traps. His calmness makes opponents nervous because it looks like confidence in the result. At the negotiations.

• He talks little, listens a lot, does not make promises if he is not sure that he can keep them. His "yes" means exactly what it means, without hidden interpretations.

• In learning. He does not wait for ready-made answers: if there is not enough knowledge, he looks for it himself, tries, makes mistakes, analyzes. For him, "not knowing" is not a shame, but just a point from which work begins.

By the age of twenty, Xu Qing had completely outgrown the image of a hunted boy whose only desire was simply to live until dawn. Now we have before us a man whose personality has been tempered in the crucible of endless trials.

His figure no longer evokes pity. This is dry, predatory athleticism: in every movement you can feel a hidden spring, ready to straighten up at any moment. He does not waste energy on unnecessary gestures or fuss - his body is subject to strict discipline, where every action is verified to the millimeter. There is no feigned importance in the posture, only the calm, almost frightening confidence of someone who is used to relying only on himself.

Xu Qing's face had lost the last traces of youthful softness. It seems to be carved out of stone, a motionless mask that hides thoughts that are inaccessible to others. But it is the eyes that give it away. They no longer have the feverish anxiety that was characteristic of him in childhood. Now it's the cold, piercing gaze of a predator that scans the world for threats, reading people's intentions before they even have a chance to say anything.

Its appearance is emphatically functional. Hair tidied up without frills so as not to interfere in business, and clothes in muted, "earthy" tones - all this speaks of a person who does not seek to be noticed. His wardrobe is armor tailored to the figure, where every patch or reinforced seam testifies to a pragmatic approach to survival.

He has enough marks from past skirmishes on his body, but he doesn't wear them like medals. It's just part of his story, as are those rare, inconspicuous details—whether it's a worn amulet or an old clasp—that he doesn't keep for the sake of beauty. For Xu Qing, these are the only threads that connect him with the past, anchors that do not allow him to finally turn into a soulless tool for killing. He became the embodiment of efficiency: a man who cut off everything superfluous, leaving only what helps him move forward on the edge of the abyss.

Xu Qing is a twenty-year-old young man whose appearance seems to be the embodiment of sophistication and hidden strength. With a height of 185 cm, he has a stately, almost aristocratic figure, which is perfectly combined with his delicate, noble facial features. His fair, flawlessly smooth skin is accentuated by high cheekbones and a straight, expressive nose, and his gray-blue eyes, framed by thick eyelashes, look at the world with frightening directness. His gaze is more than just youth: it is the cold focus of a cultivator accustomed to discipline and danger.

Xu Qing's dark brown hair is styled in a soft, slightly sloppy hairstyle, where a few strands casually fall over his forehead, softening the severity of his face. His lips, tightly pressed into a thin line, and the slightly drooping corners of his mouth betray a man who rarely wastes words.

His image is a combination of aesthetics and combat readiness. He is dressed in a complex suit of dark colors, where a black collar of dense fabric with neat stitching is adjacent to elements of armor. The shoulder and chest are decorated with filigree carvings resembling wings, and the golden metal detail inlaid into the equipment stands out against the dark background, emphasizing its status.

Xu Qing is a person who does not limit himself to the confines of the familiar, which is reflected in his bisexual nature and in his path as a cultivator. There is depth and volume in him, as in the play of light and shadow on his face – he is both magnetic and dangerous, like a blade hidden in silk.

Story: As a child,

he hid in a crack in a rock and, unlike other frightened and distraught people, calmly looked at God opening his eyes in heaven. He looked right into His eyes in the sky, and his pupils, like a boy's, were special, crossed. He seemed to have lost all sense of fear. When he saw a purple light descend from the sky and land on the northeastern outskirts of the city, he passed out. When he woke up, he realized that he was the only survivor in the city and beyond.

Personality:

Xu Qing grew up in a slum where no one supported him, and became a rather calm and serious person. His willingness to inflict fatal injuries on himself in order to achieve his goals or to torture his enemies without batting an eye shows that he is ruthless to both himself and his enemies. He is often described as a cold and indifferent man who always kills his enemies - he never lets them live.

He later learns what it means to be human from Captain Lei (Sergeant Thunder), Grandmaster Bai, Chen Ernyu, and the Seventh Master.

He is kind to those who are kind to him and ruthless to those who threaten him.

Background: Originally,

he lived with an ordinary family in the Peerless City, but at some point, the Broken Divine Face opened its eyes over the city, and the entire city became a forbidden zone. Only Xu Qing managed to survive. After getting out of the forbidden zone, he settled in another city. He grew up alone and eked out a miserable existence in the slums outside the city, until this region also became a no-go zone. Over time, the memories of his relatives faded. Despite his best attempts to remember, he feared he would forget, and his memories gradually became blurred. However, he knew that he was not an orphan and had relatives somewhere. It's just that they lost touch a long time ago.

Xu Qing began his early years and tragedy as an ordinary boy (at the beginning of the plot he is about 13-14 years old) from the Incomparable City. He was not an orphan - he had relatives, and he was very afraid of forgetting their faces and voices, so he clung to the memories with all his might, although they became more and more blurred over time.

Life changed dramatically when the "Face of the Broken God" opened over the city: the area turned into a forbidden zone, and almost everyone died. Xu Qing miraculously survived and got out of there. After that, he found himself in the slums outside another city, where he led a hard, lonely life. Poverty and the constant struggle for survival had a strong impact on him: for example, he was reverent about any clean or new clothes - he did not want to get them dirty, because he remembered too well the times when he had nothing.

The Path of Cultivation and the First Steps to Power In the slums, there were rumors of "self-improvement" (cultivation) — about how people become stronger. For Xu Qing, becoming a cultivator was one of the main goals, along with the hope of meeting his family again someday.

He obtained his first cultivation art, "The Art of the Mountains and Seas", in extremely harsh conditions: he found it on a corpse inside the residence of the city lord. This set the tone for his entire journey: Xu Qing was willing to go to extreme lengths and harm even himself if it brought him closer to his goalCharacter and relationships with people Due to his difficult childhood, Xu Qing grew up quiet, serious, and outwardly cold. He is ruthless to his enemies and is not inclined to let them live, but at the same time he knows how to appreciate kindness: he is able to show sincere gratitude and loyalty to those who treat him humanely. He even secretly listened to lectures from Grandmaster Bai and diligently studied, for example, the properties of medicinal plants - his thirst for knowledge is enormous.

The Way Forward In the course of the story, Xu Qing goes through many trials that make him an increasingly powerful and at the same time more complex person. His fate is closely intertwined with the grand powers and plans of powerful figures: for example, Prince Zi Qing considered Xu Qing as part of his plans, but in the end he completely severed all ties with him.

The hero's journey is a constant encounter with grandiose threats and mysteries, where strength is measured not only by techniques, but also by what a person is willing to do and what he is willing to lose.