I've always wanted to do something like this, but I ain't to knowledgable in the subject. It takes place in an Eastern Asian-inspired continent like China (or maybe an island, like Japan). The setting, culture, weapons, social structure, creatures, etc are all based on Chinese and Japanese things. Inspiration comes from the Era of the Three Kingdoms in China, and the Sengoku Period in Japan.

[u][b]Story[/b][/u]
[b]Backstory:[/b]
Nearly a century ago the Jengai (all names pending, these are placeholders) Dynasty united Tochi under one rule. Emperor Jengai was aided by three powerful heroes: Masuto (Master of the War of the Warrior), Khan (Master of the Way of the Shadow), and The White-Eyed Monk (Master of the Way of the Fist. Unfortunately, Khan betrayed his friends and the Emperor in an attempt to rule the land himself; The White-Eyed Monk was severely injured and forced into hiding, and in an ultimate duel atop the Grand Palace, Masuto defeated his old friend Khan, who plunged into the Great Gardens below. Masuto traveled to Mount Senuo, the site of an ancient fortress, only accessible by climbing the One Thousand Steps. Masuto spent many years renovating the fortress, but destroyed the One Thousand Steps. Masuto would spend the rest of his life training students in the fortress...
[b]Present[/b]:
You are one of Masuto's students. The only way to get to the top of Mount Senuo is by climbing the dangerous mountain, but by doing this you have proven yourself to be determined and capable. You will start out as nothing, but you will gradually become stronger over time under the guidance of Masuto and his greatest students.

[b]The Way of the Warrior[/b] - Used to train great warriors such as Samurai. They usually wear armor, are trained to use many weapons, and are the greatest fighters in the land.
[b]The Way of the Shadow[/b] - Used to train assassins such as Ninja. They wear very light armor, are trained to use stealth, and can move unseen in the shadows.
[b]The Way of the Fist[/b] - Used to train Monks; they use no armor and no weapons, but instead rely on powerful magic and their own fists for combat.

[b]Chi[/b] - Used to unlock more abilities.

[b]Combat Styles[/b]
Fast Offensive - Moves quickly, very aggressive.
Powerful Offensive - Takes time to line up perfect attacks, aggressive.
Defensive - Observes opponents, finds weaknesses, utilizes counters.
Average - Very versatile, but not as good as the other styles.

Note: No, this has nothing to do with anime; no I don't watch anime; no I don't like anime.