Wuzhen was created by the Goddess of Light, Meihui, in 1 BC (Before Civilization) and is considered the Mother of the Dragons. She knew that the dragons would need a home and so she created Wuzhen as a place of solace. It is believed that Meihui’s true form is a Celestial dragon and that she is the great dragon of the Chinese Zodiac.
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The dragon population began with ten adult dragons, a male and female from each sect: Shuǐ (Water), Huǒ (Fire), Tǔ (Earth), Kōng (Air), and Tiān (Celestial). Meihui hoped that they would reproduce and increase the dragon population, allowing the lands to prosper.
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However, the dragons were instinctual. They refused to bring children into the world unless they knew that they would be safe and secure. A leader would be needed to direct their empire to glory.
The dragons fought for their rightful place on the throne, but it was quickly understood that the Celestial sect held the most power. Their flames contained traces of purity that transcended the normal dragon flame. And within their souls, sat a part of Meihui's very essence.
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Celestial Dragons Zhihao and Xiuying became Wuzhen's First Emperor and Empress in 1 AC (After the Creation of Naestrirea). And while they resided over Wuzhen, the country was separated into four distinct territories where each sect could make their home.
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To the northwest of the center of Wuzhen (soon after named the Mainlands), lies the region of Xianyang. Rivers snake through the territory, leading to numerous lakes and ponds, but most importantly, the Suzihua Sea. The first water dragons, Jie and Yue, became the sect leaders and the water sect's first mated pair. They oversaw matters that occurred in their province, but directly reported to the Emperor and Empress.
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To the southeast of the Mainlands lies Hanghua. The lands of these areas were made slightly elevated so that dragons in their human form could touch the sky. These dragons gained their strength from the clear winds. Within these lands lived the air dragons. The first air dragons, Ru and Hua, became the sect leaders and the air sect's first mated pair. Similarly to the water sect, they oversaw matters that occurred in their province, but directly reported to the Emperor and Empress.

In the northeast lies Zhenyuan, the home of earth dragons. The grounds are rough and lined with jagged rocks, which makes the land extremely comfortable to the dragons that like to blend in with the terrain. The first earth dragons, Mu and Mei, became the sect leaders and the earth sect's first mated pair.
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The last region of Wuzhen is Shangzihua, where humans, demons, and kitsune live amongst one another. Humans were the first to roam the Realm of Naestrirea and were not created by Meihui or the Goddess of Darkness, Hena. They were created by Castimonia, the Goddess of Morality, in the hopes that they would serve as moral compasses for the mythical creatures that would roam the lands of Naestrirea.
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The citizens of Húlí Falls, a waterfall near Shangzihua, Wuzhen, consist of kitsune refugees who were displaced during the third century. The Forbidden Forest is exclusively demon territory and is linked to Shangzihua.
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Emperor Zhihao and Empress Xiuying ruled from 1 AC. until 678 AC. During this time, the dragons were a symbol of Meihui, both divine and wise. The crown passed onto their firstborn, Zhelan who ruled from the end of 678 AC. until 1128 AC. Former Emperor Zhihao and his mate passed in 720 AC.
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Wuzhen was peaceful and prosperous for the following centuries. However, 1400 AC through 1600 AC was considered the Age of the Dragons. Its population was at its peak and dragons were revered as the kings of the skies. They were feared for their strength and agility, but also respected for their noble, diplomatic nature.
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Towards early 1600 AC, uprisings within the nation of Auzineia began. The Elemental Mages became displeased with how strong the dragons were and ultimately let their fear take control of their decisions. The Elemental Mages were concerned that the dragons would eventually strike down all of the weaker beings with the powerful tarot cards they possessed, so they decided to take matters into their own hands.
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Many dragons were exploited and killed during the period of 1600 - 1800, which later came to be known as the Great Dragon War. The war only ended when Emperor Fang Xun used the fourth contract with the Major Arcana (The Emperor; see Dance of the Dragons, Book 0.5). However, the tarot is known to tear apart its user, thrusting them into a state of chaos and insanity.
After the Great Dragon War, the Imperial Family used their limited resources to search for remaining dragons in other regions. They only found the bones of the fallen dragons, leaving them at a dead end.
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Prior to the discovery of the last celestial dragon in Shangzihua (see A Celestial Requiem, Book 1), the Fang household implemented new laws and policies to ensure the security and safety of Wuzhen's people. The humans were kept out of the affairs of mythical creature affairs but as a result, were terribly mistreated which led to a significant amount of bitterness between the two races.