A war orphan rises through brutal challenges in a military academy, facing war and dark power in a Chinese-inspired fantasy.
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A war orphan rises through brutal challenges in a military academy, facing war and dark power in a Chinese-inspired fantasy.
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When Rin aced the Keju--the Empire-wide test to find the most talented youth to study at the academies--it was a shock to everyone: to the test officials, who couldn't believe a war orphan from Rooster Province could pass without cheating; to Rin's guardians, who always thought they'd be able to marry Rin off to further their criminal enterprise; and to Rin herself, who realized she was now finally free of the servitude and despair that had made up her daily existence.
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Romance & sex
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Moderate sexual content with some explicit references; not central to the story. Major instances of rape and sexual violence, graphically described.
Violence & gore
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Extreme graphic violence, including genocide, torture, body horror, and detailed war atrocities.
Profanity
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Moderate use of strong language and cursing as noted in reviews.
Substance use
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Frequent drug use and addiction themes, portrayed with serious consequences.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Religious content
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Moderate religious themes with bigotry and cultural rituals depicted.
Magic & witchcraft
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Minor fantasy magic elements; not framed as occult or demonic.
Occult / demonology
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Political content
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Strong political themes with classism, colonialism, and power struggles central to the narrative.
Self-harm / suicide
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Frequent self-harm and suicidal thoughts depicted, often graphic.
Abuse & suffering
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Extreme child abuse, slavery, domestic violence, and systemic cruelty pervasive throughout. Major instances of rape and sexual violence, graphically described.
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