Wuxia
The martial arts fiction genre — its history, conventions, and enduring cultural appeal
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The Ultimate Guide to Chinese Martial Arts Fiction (Wuxia)
Swords, honor, and the code of jianghu — everything you need to know about the genre that has captivated billions of readers.
Wuxia vs. Xianxia vs. Xuanhuan: Chinese Fantasy Genres Explained
What's the difference between a martial arts hero, a cultivator seeking immortality, and a fantasy warrior? The definitive guide to Chinese genre fiction.
Best Wuxia Novels Available in English: A Reader's Guide
Jin Yong, Gu Long, and the new wave — the essential martial arts novels you can actually read in translation.
Cultivation Web Novels: The Genre Taking Over the Internet
Millions of readers, billions of words, and a power system based on Daoist immortality.
Wuxia in the Modern World: How Martial Arts Culture Went Global
From Bruce Lee to Crouching Tiger to Black Myth Wukong — Chinese martial arts culture has conquered the world.