http://www.spcnet.tv/forums/showthre...es-and-Cliches
This thread talks about certain tropes in tvb series, but I figured it might get some more action in this forum with specific wuxia ones. I listed a couple in that thread, feel free to correct or add on!
The Inferior Villain
This is the guy who becomes a villain simply because he becomes inferior to the protagonist, especially if the protagonist is not particularly bright. Objectively, the villain is usually superior to the protagonist in every aspect except for steadfast morals and Lucky Encounters. The Inferior Villain will usually lust after a woman that loves the protagonist, while the protagonist ultimately has another love interest.
Lucky Encounters
Though the protagonist is usually a swell guy, he usually does not deserve all the abilities and powers he will accumulate. Whether it be a secret manual lost for centuries, a dying old man transferring him powers, or rare herbs and animals, the protagonist will shoot forth in abilities and win the admiration of all but the villains.
The Retirement Curse
Once a character voices their desire to retire from jianghu to live a peaceful life, he will have either One Final Quest pushed upon him which will lead to death and disaster, or their significant other has unfinished business that ultimately leads to the same thing.