Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils

Author: Jin Yong
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This novel, titled Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils, tells the story of the Dali Kingdom in Yunnan during the Northern Song Dynasty.
Highlight: A flash of blue light, a young swordsman suddenly thrusts his steel sword toward the left shoulder of the middle-aged man. Before the swordplay reaches its peak, the youth trembles his wrist, causing the sword to swerve and point at the man's right neck. The middle-aged man raises his sword to block, and with a clang, the two swords clash, buzzing loudly. Before the shock subsides, the swords flash back and forth, exchanging three moves. The middle-aged man fiercely strikes down his long sword, aiming straight for the youth's head. The youth dodges to the right, using his left hand to guide the steel sword, swiftly thrusting it at the man's thigh. The two swordsmen fight with great skill, giving it their all.