Zhyun

Zhyun
Titles
Alias(es)	Ionian Island Region
Sociocultural characteristics
Nation(s)	Ionia
Legislature(s)	Local Concils Vastayan Tribes
Physical characteristics
General environment(s)	Steppe Temperate Oceanic Mountainous
Island(s)	Ionia
Universe(s)	Runeterra Prime

Zhyun is a large mountainous island region located in the southern area of the Ionian Archipelago.

Lore

It was previously plagued by the infamous Golden Demon. Zhyun is known to have its own council.

Champions of Zhyun

Jhin

Xin Zhao

Other Related Champions

• Akali's tattoos were tattooed with ink made out of Raikkon berries
• Gangplank and his pirate crew ransacked the temple and incurred the wrath of the Shadow Order.
• Shen was instrumental for capturing and imprisoning Jhin in Tuula prison.
• Zed was instrumental for capturing and imprisoning Jhin in Tuula prison.

Locations

• Swirl Rocks
• Swirl Rocks Altar
• Yasuo's Village 1
• Yasuo's Village 2
• Yasuo's Village 3
• Ghajan River at Jyom Pass
• Holn
• Kotha Village
• Nanthee
• Olgathee Forest
• Sotka River near Kotha
• Thonx

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• Kashuri: It is a coastal settlement located at the southern part of Zhyun island of Ionia.
  • Kashuri Armories: The armories forged traditional weapons for a long time, mostly swords and bows. The war against Noxus changed that, and they began making poor copies of Piltover's hextech weapons. Now they have been 'inspired' to make new weapons harnessing the abundant magic in Ionia, like Khada Jhin's pistol-rifle.
• Nanthee: A settlement located in Southern Zhyun, it is where a disguised Zed went in search for Jhin after his return. It was heavily destroyed by Jhin's bombs which he used for his escape to Piltover.
• Raikkon: A coastal settlement in the southern tip of Zhyun island of Ionia. Its native berries are used for creating quality tattoo ink mixture. Xin Zhao was born here.
• Swirl Rocks: A unique rock formation located in the northern part of Zhyun island of Ionia.
• Temple of the Jagged Knife: Located in the island province of Zhyun, it is controlled by Zed's Order of Shadows. It was previously ransacked by Gangplank and his pirate crew.
• Tuula: A city located in the southern mountainous province of Zhyun. Khada Jhin was initially imprisoned here by Kusho, Shen, and Zed.
  • Tuula Prison: A highly fortified prison for one of the worst criminals in Ionia. It is the place where Jhin was imprisoned for years before being released by corrupt Ionian politicians.
• Zhyun Highlands: The mountainous regions of Zhyun which span from the north to the south of the island.
  • Ghajan River: Located in Southern Zhyun, the Ghajan river is the area where Kusho, Shen and Zed finally captured Jhin.
    • Jyom Pass: A fishing settlement located on the banks of the Ghajan River. This was where Khada Jhin was captured by Kusho, Shen, and Zed. There is a Blossom Festival held here.
  • Holn: Located in the Southern Zhyun Highlands. The Holn Mountain Road had the statue of Master Kusho, the former leader of the Kinkou Order who banished a local demon, The Zogao. It is also the location where Zed defeated and killed Master Althon.
  • Kotha: A village settlement in the Southern Zhyun Highlands, it was destroyed and most of its inhabitants brutally murdered by Jhin during his early years as a serial killer. It is also the location where Kusho, Shen and Zed first witnessed Jhin's brutality. The village remains in ruins to this day.
  • Olgathee Forest: Located in the Zhyun Highlands, it is the place where Shen banished a demon which terrorized the surrounding areas.
  • Temple of Raishai: The Village of Raishai is located in the southern part of Zhyun. The Raishai acolytes had been among the Kinkou order's most faithful, supporting the edict of pacifism during the Noxian Invasion of without question. The turmoils of the war lead to deep spiritual unrest in this area, which attracted evil spirits. It was only with the help of Kennen that this evil was dispelled.
  • Shual: A settlement located in Southern Zhyun Highlands, it is one the locations where Shen and Zed went to in search for Jhin after his return.
  • Sotka River: A river that originates from the Southern Highlands of Zhyun. Near Kotha it is one of the places where Zed was searching for Jhin after his return. A Local Blossom Festival was ravaged by Jhin's bombs used by him for his escape.
  • Thonx: A settlement located in the Zhyun Highlands, its river caverns have numerous taverns and fishermen buildings.
    • Kwol Tavern: A river side tavern located at the outskirts of Thonx, it is the place where Zed and his Shadow Order have started their search for Jhin.
• Zhyunia: A coastal settlement located on Zhyun island of Ionia.

WIldlife

Kiwas

Kiwas are a type of fruit that can be found on Zhyun of Ionia. Its sweetness is said to help soak solemness whenever someone is too melancholy.

Raikkon Berries

Raikkon Berries are a type of flora native to Raikkon on the island of Zhyun, these berries along with the enchanted flower petals from Vlonqo are used by tattoo artist of Weh'le as tattoo ink mixture.

Xaolans

Xaolan trees, known for their gossamer flowers, is a type of tree from Zhyun in Ionia which leafs and flower petals are used to create white tea.

Culture

• Festivals

Spirit Blossom Festival

Perennial

The Spirit Blossom Festival is an ancient and celebrated time in Ionia, when the door to the spirit world is opened, the dead return to their loved ones, and spirits of all manner turn their eyes towards the living. From the benevolent Kanmei, to the obsessive Akana—their stories play out again and again, like shadows on a paper lantern. Painters, musicians, calligraphers and other types of artists showcase their artistry to the public, especially children. When nightfall arrives and the Spirit Blossoms are at full bloom, the festival attendees gather at the nearest temple to release lanterns in the air while also giving respect to their fallen and deceased as well as wish for good fortunes. The war and bloodshed of the Noxian Invasion of Ionia had prevented the blossoming of the flowers, but eventually they have returned along with the festival. Some Noxians that live in or near the Noxian occupied areas of Ionia would also join in the festivity, though their presence is still met with some unease. Before the war, the infamous Khada Jhin was finally captured at a Blossom Festival held in Jyom Pass in Zhyun province.

Media

• Music
• Videos
• Gallery

Akali, Jhin, Kayn, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 1 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

Akali, Jhin, Kayn, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 1 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

Jhin and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 2 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

Jhin and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 2 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

Jhin, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 3 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

Jhin, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 3 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 4 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 4 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

Jhin, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 5 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

Jhin, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 5 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

Jhin "The Man with the Steel Cane" Illustration

See also

• Leaving Weh'le
• Mind of the Virtuoso
• The Bird and the Branch
• The Man with the Steel Cane
• What Once Sailed Free
• Zed Comic

References

Ionian Archipelago

Factions