Monarch of Evernight

'Monarch of Evernight' is a Chinese fantasy web novel written by the author Misty Rain of Jiangnan. It gained massive popularity on Qidian for its unique blend of steampunk elements and traditional cultivation.

The novel uniquely combines traditional cultivation tropes with flintlock firearms, steampunk airships, and vampire kingdoms. This creates a distinct militaristic fantasy setting that stands out from standard xianxia novels.

The story follows Qianye, a young man who begins his life in the lower strata of society and rises through the ranks of the military in a dark, imperial war-torn world. His journey is driven by his use of both traditional martial arts and gun-fu combat against vampires and rival factions.

Instead of standard qi cultivation, characters in the novel use 'Origin Power,' which acts as a magical fuel source for both their martial arts and their steampunk weaponry. As cultivators rise in rank, they gain superhuman physical abilities and improved proficiency with firearms.