1199 CE
Birth of Guo Jing
Guo Jing is born in Niujia Village, Shandong, to Guo Xiaotian and Li Ping. His father is killed by Jin soldiers shortly after. #wuxia #condorheroes
Chronological Storyline (41 Milestones)
1200 CE
Birth of Yang Kang
Yang Kang is born to Yang Tiexin and Bao Xiruo. He is later raised by the Jin prince Wanyan Honglie. #wuxia #condorheroes
1203 CE
First Huashan Sword Debate
The first Huashan Sword Debate occurs, where Wang Chongyang defeats four other martial masters to become the greatest martial artist and gains the Nine Yin Manual. #wuxia #huashan
1205 CE
Wang Chongyang Establishes Quanzhen Sect
Wang Chongyang founds the Quanzhen Sect on Mount Zhongnan, becoming a leading Taoist martial arts sect. #wuxia #taoism
By Photo taken by User:Vmenkov. Painter's name is not known to the photographer. Although there is a fair amount of signage around the temple complex, this painting (or other individual paintings in the templs) did not carry the date or author name that I could see; but signs do say that the temple itself is several centuries old. - Self-photographed, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=4920372
1210 CE
Birth of Huang Rong
Huang Rong is born to Huang Yaoshi, the Eastern Heretic, and Feng Heng. She becomes a brilliant strategist and martial artist. #wuxia #condorheroes
1215 CE
Guo Jing Meets Huang Rong
Guo Jing travels south and meets Huang Rong in the capital Lin'an. They become friends and later lovers. #wuxia #romance
1218 CE
Guo Jing Learns the Eighteen Dragon Subduing Palms
Guo Jing is taught the Eighteen Dragon Subduing Palms by the Northern Beggar Hong Qigong, becoming a top martial artist. #wuxia #martialarts
1220 CE
Second Huashan Sword Debate
The second Huashan Sword Debate takes place. Guo Jing and Huang Rong participate, and Guo Jing proves his martial prowess. #wuxia #huashan
1221 CE
Guo Jing and Huang Rong Marry
Guo Jing and Huang Rong marry and later defend Xiangyang against Mongol invasions. #wuxia #romance
1223 CE
Birth of Yang Guo
Yang Guo is born to Yang Kang and Mu Nianci. He is orphaned and later taken in by Guo Jing. #wuxia #returnofthecondorheroes
1230 CE
Yang Guo Enters Quanzhen Sect
Yang Guo is sent to study at the Quanzhen Sect but is mistreated. He later escapes to the Ancient Tomb Sect. #wuxia #quanzhen
1232 CE
Yang Guo Meets Little Dragon Maiden
Yang Guo meets Little Dragon Maiden in the Ancient Tomb. She becomes his martial arts teacher and later his lover. #wuxia #romance
1237 CE
Yang Guo Loses His Arm
Yang Guo's right arm is severed by Guo Fu. He later meets the Divine Condor and learns the Heavy Iron Sword technique. #wuxia #martialarts
1240 CE
Yang Guo and Little Dragon Maiden Reunite
After sixteen years of separation, Yang Guo and Little Dragon Maiden reunite at the Valley of the Condor. #wuxia #romance
1243 CE
Third Huashan Sword Debate
The third Huashan Sword Debate occurs. Yang Guo is recognized as one of the Five Greats, replacing the Western Poison. #wuxia #huashan
1259 CE
Battle of Xiangyang
Guo Jing and Huang Rong defend Xiangyang against the Mongols. Yang Guo kills the Mongol Khan Mongke, delaying the invasion. #wuxia #history
1260 CE
Birth of Zhang Wuji
Zhang Wuji is born to Zhang Cuishan and Yin Susu, members of the Wudang and Heavenly Eagle sects. #wuxia #heavenlysword
1273 CE
Fall of Xiangyang
Xiangyang falls to the Mongols. Guo Jing and Huang Rong die defending the city. The Heavenly Sword and Dragon Saber are forged from their weapons. #wuxia #tragedy
1275 CE
Zhang Cuishan and Yin Susu Die
Zhang Wuji's parents commit suicide after being pressured by martial arts sects. Zhang Wuji is orphaned and suffers from a cold poison. #wuxia #tragedy
1280 CE
Zhang Wuji Learns the Nine Yang Manual
Zhang Wuji accidentally learns the Nine Yang Manual while trapped in a valley, curing his cold poison and gaining immense inner power. #wuxia #martialarts
1285 CE
Zhang Wuji Becomes Leader of the Ming Cult
Zhang Wuji becomes the leader of the Ming Cult, uniting various sects against the Yuan dynasty. #wuxia #mingcult
1290 CE
Zhang Wuji Marries Zhao Min
Zhang Wuji marries Zhao Min, a Mongol princess who defects to his side. #wuxia #romance
1295 CE
Zhang Wuji Defeats the Shaolin Abbot
Zhang Wuji defeats the Shaolin abbot in a martial arts contest, proving his mastery of the Nine Yang Manual and Qiankun Great Shift. #wuxia #shaolin
1300 CE
Zhang Wuji Retires
Zhang Wuji retires from the martial arts world, leaving the Ming Cult to Zhu Yuanzhang, who later founds the Ming dynasty. #wuxia #history
1305 CE
Zhu Yuanzhang Founds Ming Dynasty
Zhu Yuanzhang, a former Ming Cult member, establishes the Ming dynasty, ending Mongol rule. #history #ming
By Albert Herrmann Creator:Q1509115 & Georg Westermann - Historical and Commercial Atlas of China, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=158240988
1310 CE
The Heavenly Sword and Dragon Saber Reunited
The two legendary weapons are reunited, revealing the martial arts manuals hidden inside, which are used to train future heroes. #wuxia #weapons
1320 CE
Death of Yang Guo
Yang Guo dies peacefully, leaving behind his legacy as the Western Madman and his martial arts techniques. #wuxia #legacy
1330 CE
Death of Little Dragon Maiden
Little Dragon Maiden passes away, ending an era of the Ancient Tomb Sect. #wuxia #tragedy
1340 CE
Zhang Wuji's Descendants Appear
Zhang Wuji's children and grandchildren become prominent martial artists, continuing his legacy. #wuxia #legacy
1350 CE
Ming Cult Splits
The Ming Cult splits into several factions, leading to internal conflicts. #wuxia #politics
1360 CE
Shaolin Temple Rebuilds
The Shaolin Temple, damaged in earlier conflicts, is rebuilt and regains its status as a leading martial arts sect. #wuxia #shaolin
By Gary Todd from Xinzheng, China - Shaolin Temple, CC0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=109108842
1370 CE
Wudang Sect Flourishes
The Wudang Sect, founded by Zhang Sanfeng, becomes a major orthodox sect, rivaling Shaolin. #wuxia #taoism
By xiquinhosilva - Wudang Mountain, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=167660190
1380 CE
Emei Sect Rises
The Emei Sect, founded by Guo Xiang, grows in influence and becomes a leading female-led sect. #wuxia #feminism
1390 CE
Kunlun Sect Expands
The Kunlun Sect expands its territory and martial arts repertoire, becoming a major power in the western regions. #wuxia #kunlun
By Alliance française de Wuhan - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=23566311
1400 CE
Ming Dynasty Bans Martial Arts Sects
The Ming government imposes restrictions on martial arts sects, leading to a decline in open practice. #wuxia #history
1410 CE
Lost Manuals of the Condor Heroes
Many martial arts manuals from the Condor Heroes era are lost or hidden, becoming legendary artifacts. #wuxia #mystery
1420 CE
Final Huashan Sword Debate
The last recorded Huashan Sword Debate occurs, with no clear winner, marking the end of an era. #wuxia #huashan
1430 CE
Ming Cult Disbands
The Ming Cult officially disbands, with its members assimilating into other sects or retiring. #wuxia #endofanera
1440 CE
Legacy of the Condor Heroes Fades
The stories of Guo Jing, Yang Guo, and Zhang Wuji become legends, passed down through generations. #wuxia #legacy
1450 CE
New Martial Arts Schools Emerge
New martial arts schools emerge, blending techniques from the Condor Trilogy with new innovations. #wuxia #evolution
By Rroame LaOcM - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=108383050
1500 CE
Condor Trilogy Becomes Folklore
The events of the Condor Trilogy are romanticized in folklore and opera, becoming cultural touchstones. #wuxia #culture
By user:S19991002 - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3884796