Ji

Ji is the name of a legendary kingdom believed to exist to the north of Long, beyond the Aves mountain range. It is associated with the phoenix and with birds in general.

Legends describe Ji as a green land of peace and prosperity. Some see it as a true earthly realm while others believe it belongs to a more ratified plain of existence which is normally unreachable by ordinary mortals.

King Apteryx

The kingdom is ruled by a wise king named Apteryx. Either Apteryx is immortal or perhaps all kings of Ji are named Apteryx. Regardless, in folktales, Apteryx is always the ruler of Ji. In prognostic legends, King Apteryx rules Ji at the time it makes contact with the kingdoms to the south. According to many stories, his wisdom extends to magic and the power to control demons. Prognostic Legends

Different stories speak of the Kingdom of Ji revealing itself to the two kingdoms. Often Ji is an ally which will tip the scales of war in favour of Long or Hu (depending on the legend and the kingdom in which it is told). In other stories, Ji shares the secret to harmonious peace and prosperity.

Geography and Cultural Artifacts

The elevated table north of the Aves is called the Ji plateau.

The mysterious ruins and artifacts recently discovered in the Aves are attributed to the ancient "Ji culture."