There are also sections exploring the Northern, Western, and Imperial Provinces, describing the major cities and landmarks, and an exploration of Celestial magic, which delves into how the Dragons manipulate the Elemental Winds, or, as they are known in the west, the Winds of Magic. We learn about the role of the Astromantic Court and the purpose of the mysterious Wu Xing Compass, a magical device of great power that resides within the Celestial Palace itself, and through which the Dragons are able to discern and manipulate the flow of magic into the World of Legend!
Finally, Arcane Journal: The Breaching of the Great Bastion touches on the many threats that assail Grand Cathay. These include the raiders and reavers that trouble the fleets of Yin-Yin, the Sea Dragon, and the savage tribes that come from the western mountains, crossing the Warpstone Desert to battle the forces of Zhao Ming, the Iron Dragon. To the south, the troublesome armies of the Monkey King constantly beset Li Dao, the Fire Dragon, and, of course, there is the ever-present threat of Chaos in the Northern Provinces.