Jianghu Slang
Terminology, etiquette, and the secret language of the martial world
8 articles
Jianghu Terminology Glossary: Essential Martial World Vocabulary
Master the essential Chinese terms every wuxia reader needs — from sect ranks to combat terminology.
Martial World Etiquette: The Social Rules of the Jianghu
Greetings, challenges, banquets, and duels — the elaborate social protocol that governs martial world interactions.
Sworn Brotherhood in Wuxia: The Sacred Ritual of Jiéyì
The bond that runs deeper than blood — how warriors become brothers and sisters through ritual oath.
The Jianghu Code: Unwritten Rules That Govern the Martial World
There is no written constitution of the jianghu. But there are rules — about honor, debt, revenge, and hospitality — that every martial artist is expected...
Jianghu Slang: The Secret Language of the Martial World
The martial world has its own vocabulary — words and phrases that outsiders do not understand.
Wuxia Slang You Need to Know: A Guide to Jianghu Terminology
Jianghu, wulin, qinggong, neigong — the martial world has its own vocabulary. Here is what the key terms actually mean and why they matter.
Drinking Games and Challenges in Wuxia: The Art of the Wine Contest
The Art of the Wine Contest
Unveiling Jianghu: The Rich Tapestry of Wuxia and Kung Fu Novels
Discover the captivating world of jianghu culture and the essence of wuxia fiction.