Before the modern era, the Imperial Court ruled the nation, but the world of Ancient Martial Artists held sway outside its direct control. However, as modern high-tech weaponry flourished—with the appearance of guns, grenades, and even airplanes and cannons—Ancient Martial Artists found themselves at an increasing disadvantage, gradually receding into the shadows.
After all, based on the power scaling of Ancient Martial Arts, to become a Third Tier Powerhouse, advancing from Initiation to a proficient level takes at least five to six years.