The Fenghuan Triads trace their origins to the previous century, against the backdrop of tumultuous events during the Qiang Dynasty in Fenghua. This period saw the nation embroiled in numerous wars and subjected to foreign occupations in some of its provinces by Western powers. With the Emperor bound by treaties, unable to challenge the authorities of the occupied territories, the populace, unofficially supported by the government, established secret societies. These clandestine organizations aimed to coordinate resistance efforts within the occupied territories, undertaking covert military activities.

As time passed, these secret societies burgeoned in power, extending their influence even into the heartlands of Fenghua. However, with the collapse of the Qiang Dynasty and the emergence of the Fenghuan Republic, the nation plunged into chaos. Internal strife erupted as former generals, once loyal to the Qiang Dynasty, asserted claims of legitimacy over certain provinces, sparking a devastating civil war.

Amidst the turmoil, the dissolution of centralized authority left some secret societies with no purpose, leading to disbandment, while others morphed into highly organized criminal syndicates. These Triads capitalized on the power vacuum, vying for control over territories contested between the Fenghuan Republic and various warlords.

Foremost among these Triads stands the notorious Black Serpent Triad, renowned for its involvement in a myriad of illicit activities, ranging from smuggling and gambling to opium trafficking and extortion. Under the leadership of its new boss, Liu Yanmei, the Black Serpent Triad expanded its influence both within Fenghua and overseas, embroiling itself in territorial disputes with foreign mafia organizations.

Regarded as the preeminent criminal syndicate in Fenghua, the Black Serpent Triad operates nationwide, leveraging its extensive reach and considerable business enterprises. Its primary involvement in opium trade has not only shaped the local economy but also solidified its control through bribery and corruption of governmental authorities.