# 修煉

> a central theme in Chinese fantasy fiction (particularly Wuxia and Xianxia genres), a Taoist practice of martial/mystical arts used by a distinct, meridian-bearing human race to manipulate qi (spiritual life force) and extend their lifespan

**Wikidata**: [Q10888108](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q10888108)  
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