Risus Xianxia — A Free Cultivation RPG System Packed with Xianxia Tropes!

Ah, fellow Daoist... I see you are interested in my humble homebrew system. Allow me to introduce you to Risus Xianxia, a free system based on the Risus: The Anything RPG framework, designed to bring the high-fantasy world of Xianxia to your tabletop adventures!

Whether you’re a wandering rogue, a righteous sect disciple, or a demonic cultivator with a taste for chaos, this system gives you the tools to craft your own epic tales of cultivation, betrayal, and transcendence.

What’s Inside? 

• Cultivation Realms: Ascend from Qi Condensation to Paragon, with mechanics that reflect the vast power gaps between realms.
• Forbidden Techniques & Divine Artifacts: Unleash devastating powers or wield heavenly treasures, but beware the consequences.
• Sects, Clans, and Sworn Brotherhoods: Navigate the complex politics of the cultivation world, from righteous sects to demonic clans.
• Alchemy & Crafting: Brew potent elixirs and forge divine weapons, but don’t blow yourself up in the process.
• Heaven’s Will & Karma: Defy the heavens or face divine retribution—your choices shape your destiny.

Best of all? It’s completely free! Perfect for GMs and players who love high-stakes drama, underdog triumphs, and the occasional mountain-punching moment.

Download Now and start your journey to immortality! Whether you’re a seasoned cultivator or a fresh-faced novice, Risus Xianxia has something for everyone.

May your Qi be strong, your treasures plentiful, and your enemies... well, let’s just say they’ll regret crossing you. 

 Warning: this system has only been playtest on solo campaigns. Therefore I have no clue how it'll behave in group sessions.

I'm in dire need of feedback, so let me know what you think! And let me know what else I should incorporate into the system or remake. Any and all ideas are welcome!

Stay tuned, I plan on updating this with even more content based on suggestions! And, I'm planning a NPC Compendium to be released somewhere in the future!