Wan Guo Zhi

In 1663, a young naval officer of the Ming dynasty finds his mission to escort an official to quell criminals violently disrupted. After a devastating attack by a phantom fleet and sea creatures sinks his vessel, he is rescued by an enigmatic girl from the ocean depths. Drawn to Luzon, the burgeoning international hub of the Age of Sail, he encounters a world on the cusp of significant change.

Luzon's economic power, fueled by silver from the Ming, makes it a point of contention between Spanish colonizers and ambitious factions vying for control. Lu Changfeng joins forces with 天工, led by Song Yingxing, in their efforts to challenge the established order, employing innovative technologies against formidable adversaries. His experiences and skill are repeatedly tested as he confronts a brilliant opponent in a series of escalating conflicts spanning across Korea and beyond. The narrative explores themes of ambition, technological advancement, and the complex interplay between tradition and progress within a rapidly evolving world.