Steel, Gunpowder, and Romance 钢铁火药与恋爱

1. 1 赛 My Girlfriend Is a Cyberpsycho 赛博精神病竟是我女友 Rampaging Cowlick暴走的呆毛Sci-Fi & Infinite Flow7.7M WordsOngoing [Bad at Writing Blurbs] [Cyberpunk] Melissa Rory, currently a senior inspector in Night City's NCPD MAX-TAC unit. Her criminal record: first-degree murder; hostage-taking; attempted murder; grievous bodily harm; possession of military-grade drugs; assault, murder, kidnapping, and battery of corporate representatives; assault and battery of NCPD officers; grand theft; assault of public officials; trespassing in corporate territory; corporate defamation... Luo Qi stared at the top-secret files he' 22Tickets58.5MClicks121.2kFavorites

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   It's fun in the beginning but loses its appeal later on. The main problem is that the world-building becomes too vast later on, but it's still very enjoyable to read overall. Recommended (4 stars)

2. 2 不 A Certain Commander of the Immortal Witches 不死魔女们的某指挥官 Ramen Pudding拉面布丁Sci-Fi & Infinite Flow3.3M WordsOngoing (Post-apocalyptic war in another world) My name is Luo Salan. I've forgotten how old I am. I live in the neurology ward of the Holy Sun King Monastery, in the nobles' district. Every day, I enthusiastically socialize with over a hundred fellow patients. In my spare time, I hold tea parties with the nuns and nurses. I go to bed promptly before 10 p.m., eat lots of candy before bed, brush my teeth properly, then say good night to my doll friends. I can usually keep the nightmares going right throu 35Tickets3MClicks19kFavorites

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   Don't ask, it's just good! It's a story about a tough guy and a group of girls crushing the old order in a feudal wasteland. Just be patient with the clichéd beginning; the later parts are very creative. The most important problem right now is that the author isn't releasing chapters frequently (laughs). Recommendation: 4.5

3. 3 长 The Consequences of Saving the World for Too Long 长期救世导致的 Red Steel Roar赤色的钢铁咆哮Sci-Fi & Infinite Flow4.4M WordsOngoing (A supernatural resurgence story blending games, anime, movies, and British and American TV shows. The worldbuilding is well thought out and guaranteed! Please give it a look!) A supernatural resurgence story beginning in the 1990s. Here, you'll find a COD-superhero-style protagonist fighting monsters from the Otherworld: strolling through Silent Hill with NIKKEs, leading Blue Archive students in a bank heist against the mafia, and recruiting soldiers from countries around the world to form a bo 59Tickets24.3MClicks42.5kFavorites

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   It's worth reading. The classic mythological savior synergy, combined with various horror movie and TV series settings, and some anime-style elements that fit the site's aesthetic, makes for a captivating book. The only issue is that some characters appearing earlier become less frequent later on, which fits the setting, but I still feel a few more "older" characters would be better. Recommendation 4

4. 4 在 On the Horizon at Dawn 在拂晓的水平线上 Lan嵐History & Military232k WordsOngoing My name is Xu Chen. I used to be an ordinary corporate drone struggling to survive in one of those so-called new first-tier cities, until one day after work I met a girl in a tattered sailor uniform. She called me Commander and said I had a naval base, but it had been bombed by the Abyssals. I spent all night searching the web, but couldn't figure out when I'd ever been an admiral. The next morning, I woke up, and the whole world had changed beyond recognition. 0Tickets31.6kClicks176Favorites

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   This is a rare Kantai Collection (KanColle) themed story, blending some Lovecraftian elements with the admiral and ship girl narratives. The character development for the ship girls isn't particularly detailed, perhaps due to the generally mild character design of KanColle. It's a high-quality, interesting story. Recommended at 3.5 (Modified). Currently on hiatus. 3.5-1

5. 5 机 Mobile Suit Gundam For Answer 机动战士高达ForAnswer NovCoSci-Fi & Infinite Flow673k WordsOngoing --"Raven." --"We've crossed the Rubicon..." --"You answered my thoughts... and indulged my selfishness." --"I want to see..." --"The future you will create..." --"No matter what awaits us..." --"I will..." --"Keep supporting you..." In the seventy-sixth year of the Universal Century, the Earth Sphere lay beneath an iron-gray pall. Perhaps great things had once happened here, but they were long gone. The streets reeked of the corpses of those things, rotting away. This was the sort of era in whic 0Tickets689.2kClicks2.5kFavorites

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   A profound book written by a profound author. Entering the Gundam world in 621, the book's portrayal of power dynamics and characters is extremely insightful. It's a great read for those who resonate with the genre, though some may find it dry. (P. S.: The space battles are particularly interesting, departing from classic mecha anime style and focusing on spatial relationships and precise character positioning.) Recommendation: 4.5 Edit: Due to the author's busy schedule, updates are currently suspended. Recommendation: 4.5-1

6. 6 七 War Fires Across the Seven Seas 七海烽烟 Xiling Apostle00希灵使徒00History & Military3.5M WordsOngoing Rebel against the Ming, marry a Ming princess, and take over the Ming throne! What the Ming lost, my Tang will take back! Rebuild the glory of the Tang: it is our bounden duty! I am Li Che, also known as Li Zhi, otherwise known as Wild Boar. I don't spread swine fever. My ancestor was Li Dingguo, my grandfather Li Zongdi, and my family descends from the Jin Prince's line. My father is Li Renchi. Green Luo is still Luo, and Eastern Tang is still Tang. What? Grandpa followed our ancestor's example 78Tickets17.9MClicks21.3kFavorites

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   Classic naval warfare books by classic authors. The problem with this style is the frequent use of lengthy, parallel descriptions. However, this is also its strength. If you have some naval knowledge and an interest in politics, then this characteristic is exactly what you need. Recommendation: 3.5

7. 7 孤 Island Frontline 孤岛前线 Zi Yunxiao紫云霄Sci-Fi & Infinite Flow1.0M WordsCompleted What are you willing to sacrifice to win this war? Tell me, soldier. 0Tickets15.2MClicks30.4kFavorites

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   Well, it's just decent reading material, perfect for when you're bored. You just need to overcome the writing style of online novels from a few years ago; otherwise, it's neither good nor bad. (Recommendation 3)

8. 8 嘻 Hehe, I'm Going to Become a Shipgirl Expert 嘻嘻，我要成为舰娘领域大神 Xiao Zou Jie Is the Cutest in the Universe小奏姐宇宙第一可爱Urban Youth425k WordsOngoing Changchun has an admiral, but since her commissioning, she has only seen him once, when they exchanged contracts and rings. That was when she saw her admiral's true face. From then on, she could no longer bear the thought of being apart from the admiral she loved. The days dragged on endlessly. The admiral was a ghost, present, yet impossible to touch. More than once, she searched for his true self, but found nothing. Until the admiral went missing. She didn't want to remember that time, but sti 0Tickets2.5MClicks6.5kFavorites

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   The reason I included romance novels from Kantai Collection (Kantai Collection) on this list is twofold: firstly, I'm a long-time Kantai Collection player, and secondly, romance is a significant element of the story. Recommendation: 3.5 Edit: Currently on hiatus, 3.5-1

9. 9 具 Armored Cavalry in a World Full of Mods 具装骑兵，在全是mod的世界里生存 Nowhere to Go走投无陆Fantasy1.9M WordsCompleted {A lightly fantastical original setting, with lots of mods created by the author} He transmigrates onto a medieval battlefield, about to be surrounded by enemies on all sides. It's a situation where survival is nearly impossible. But that's okay: a mysterious interface appears before his eyes at the crucial moment. Surely this means he can switch to easy mode and breeze his way to the top, right? It has to be a huge help... After barely surviving, Xu Ning realizes the thing's only function is to 1Tickets8.1MClicks25.5kFavorites

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   A good book, one of the few truly excellent reads on this list. The author, Yi Yanbingji Zai, writes excellent descriptions of combat, but most importantly, he meticulously depicts every detail of ancient warfare—from the smallest things like food to the grandest strategies. You can clearly feel what a vibrant empire looked like. However, as one review mentioned, the main drawback is the constant focus on the nation's strength and wealth, which can become slightly tiring. Recommendation: 4.5

10. 10 舰 Shipgirl's Final Journey 舰娘终末旅行 Bailu-Class Fourth Ship白露级四番舰Fantasy719k WordsOngoing "So... you're an admiral?" "No, I'm a prisoner." "Come on, the Navy regime collapsed thirteen years ago, and the prisons have been closed for eight. What prisoners could there possibly be?" "Even so, I'm not an admiral. After all, I don't have any ship girls." "What I mean is..." Her eyes were like sapphires. When she lifted her head, the skin of her neck was smooth and fair as velvet. "Would you be willing to become my admiral?" 0Tickets5.8MClicks21.8kFavorites

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    A great book for Kantai Collection (KanColle). The author's character development of the ship girls is incredibly detailed, and the plot is well-handled. It's not a mindless romance novel; it has its own distinct storyline. (4 Recommendations)

11. 11 塔 The Tartarus Fleet's Wonderful Adventure 塔尔塔罗斯舰队的奇妙冒险 Aoleijiana00032奥蕾迦娜00032Fantasy8.4M WordsOngoing A massive fortress stands in the empty universe, while a star burning with orange flames quietly shines its light over everything in the system, just as it has for countless years. Mining barges lumber out of the dock one by one, slowly following the industrial command ship already waiting ahead of them. "Point the bow toward anomaly signal zone XI-784. Wait for the flagship to jump us in. Once we finish this batch, we'll have the resources to build a battleship." "Understood. Let's mine it all 34Tickets96.3MClicks75kFavorites

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    A classic author, a classic book—I feel it needs no further explanation; a perfect read. 3.5/10

12. 12 人 In Terra, Let's Play a War Game 人在泰拉，打一场战争游戏 Kovrov Machinery科夫罗夫机械Sci-Fi & Infinite Flow229k WordsOngoing In the year 1091 of the Crystal Era, an error caused by an experiment brought a man to the snowy wastes of Ursus. With the help of a war game System, Lin Ge is about to sound the trumpet of change across this land. A grand symphony born from the collision of Originium, steel, and flesh. 0Tickets299.1kClicks838Favorites

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    I really wanted to say this is a good book, but unfortunately it was abandoned. If it had continued, it would definitely be excellent. I have no choice but to lower the rating. Recommendation: 2.5

13. 13 武 A Man of Wuling Makes His Living Exorcising Demons 武陵人除魔为业 Divine Rabbit 66神兔六六Fantasy2.3M WordsOngoing Good news: I transmigrated and got a heavenly book. You watched The Legend of the Heavenly Book as a kid, right? Yeah, that thing. Bad news... The vibe of this world seems just a tiny bit off? At the end of the dynasty, famine ravaged the land, and people ate each other. Demons rose everywhere, and strange horrors ran rampant. Bones lay exposed in the fields, and for a thousand miles not a rooster crowed. Northern horsemen wreaked havoc, demons and ghosts devoured people, warlords fortified thei 7Tickets3MClicks15.4kFavorites

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    An original demon-slaying story featuring a muscular, devilish Taoist priest as the protagonist. The plot is full of twists and turns, and the writing is deeply evocative. The author's style is distinctly that of a veteran writer, but the pen name reminds me of someone else; whether to continue reading is up to you. Recommendation 4.5-1 (Revised). The author continues to update and the writing is excellent. Recommendation 5 (Revised again). The latest story has a strong AI feel; hopefully, it can be improved. Recommendation 4

14. 14 关 How the Hero Became a Potato for a Thousand Years and the World Was Destroyed 关于勇者当了千年土豆结果世界毁灭了这件事 A Zhe阿蔗Fantasy1.1M WordsCompleted Liu Ji was summoned to another world as a hero. But his luck didn't seem to be very good. He ended up in an uninhabited wilderness. With no survival skills, he transformed into a potato just to stay alive. A potato growing in the wild. Every day, he photosynthesized while absorbing nutrients from the earth. Drawing in the essence of heaven and earth, gathering the finest elements of all things. And so he stayed buried in the soil for more than a thousand years. As a result, without a hero, this 0Tickets17.6MClicks33.3kFavorites

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    I've read half of it; the plot is very imaginative and the writing is good. It's a rare original work with no major flaws, making it a high-quality read. (Additional review: After 730,000 words, the plot gradually became incomprehensible. Recommended 3 times.)

15. 15 尖 Symptoms of Pointy-Ear Poisoning 尖耳朵中毒症状 Nowhere to Go走投无陆Fantasy1.2M WordsOngoing [An original fantasy setting. The author has already completed a 2-million-word series.] After arriving in another world by accident, I was about to face the brutal law of the jungle. Luckily, a kind-hearted transmigrator big brother offered to help me. Before he left, he gave me a piece of advice with the air of a seasoned veteran: "Watch out for those pointy ears." In my first year in the other world: "The nobles in this world are a bunch of parasites! We're on the brink of life and de 59Tickets5.8MClicks21kFavorites

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    A fantastic book. The author has recommended it in several previous book lists. This time, while adding more fantasy elements, it doesn't lack the wonderful environmental descriptions and beautiful adjectives found in the previous book. The writing style is quite mature. 4 Recommendations

16. 16 异 That's Just How Another Worlds Are 异世界就是这样的 Cup in the Water水中杯Fantasy1.1M WordsOngoing Mage: "Whoa, a treasure from the Previous Era! Hero-summoning magic!" Mage: "It’s incomplete and hard to understand, but those are minor problems. Let’s do a hundred pulls!" I transmigrated. This world has knights, magic, and dragons, so it looks like a sword-and-sorcery fantasy. Although I ran into the bane of Earth and a dress-up doll here, there shouldn’t be any major problems. I’ll become an adventurer and start fighting monsters. Until... Why does someone’s talent involve restoring mana 196Tickets25.2MClicks63.5kFavorites

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    This is a quirky original novel where various characters transmigrate into a heavily modified eroge world. Its strength lies in the protagonist's decisiveness, unlike many in similar novels. However, this also means the protagonist's swift and efficient problem-solving sometimes lacks the full impact of typical action-packed moments. The book is currently short, so the overall impression is still uncertain. Based on my current reading experience, I would give it a 3.5/5 Rating.

17. 17 我 I Turned Reality into a Romantic Comedy 我把现实制作成恋爱喜剧 This Is Ying Ning这里是婴宁Urban Youth2.7M WordsCompleted [A completed work with 4.5 million characters on this site. The author's integrity is guaranteed.] When an era is romanticized, it means it's truly over. For Chen Junqian, who'd spent years struggling to become nothing more than a second-rate children's author, being reborn into the familiar yet unfamiliar years of his childhood was still preferable to transmigrating into a supposedly wonderful world of anime that he'd never experienced and couldn't truly relate to. In return, all he had to do w 10Tickets20.4MClicks74.6kFavorites

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    Very interesting. The opening punch immediately got me hooked. The description of the period around the turn of the millennium is very accurate. The author strikes a good balance between the past descriptions and the main plot, and the psychological issues of troubled girls are explored very thoroughly. It's a rare and thoughtful book. I recommend it with 4.5 Stars.

18. 18 哪 What Kind of Youthful Love Story Starts with a Witch Trial?! 哪有人的青春恋爱物语从魔女审判开始啊！ QWERFDSci-Fi & Infinite Flow1.9M WordsCompleted I was promised a transmigration into a shame-free youth of romance and a harem at school. So why did I end up on a sealed prison island playing Werewolf? When other girls arrange to meet on the rooftop, it's for a romantic confession. The girls around me arrange to meet on the rooftop because it's a convenient place for a one-button kill. Every few days, some landmine girl has a mental breakdown and goes on a knife run through the top-secret prison. If you get caught, you can even transform a se 1Tickets25.4MClicks58.6kFavorites

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    A quirky and fun fanfiction. I'm not usually interested in this kind of trial-themed book, but this one won me over with its humor. It's already completed, so I'd give it a 3.5 Rating.

19. 19 G GBC, but It's a Beijing Girl Band GBC，但北京少女乐队 He Qing禾青Urban Youth1.0M WordsOngoing Cheng Yue, 18, is a high school dropout. Dreaming of becoming a superstar folk singer, he made a bet with his parents, dropped out, left Hebei, and went to Beijing alone. But becoming a folk singer proved much harder than he'd imagined. After half a year of trying, he was still a nobody at the very bottom of the scene. He thought that when the bet was over, he could only slink back home and return to high school. But then... Ren Qincai, He Taoxiang, An Hemu, Rupa, and Hai Xiaozhi. Meeting five b 0Tickets2.6MClicks8.8kFavorites

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    It must be said that the author's grasp of interpersonal relationships and the development of the protagonist's emotional intelligence are very solid, fully highlighting the character's charm and making the protagonist a believable character. The plot is decent without major problems, making it a rare and excellent read. I recommend it (4/5).

20. 20 人 In a Crossover World, Can Believing in the Machine Spirit Help Me Beat Impostors with Elbow Strikes? 人在综漫，相信机魂就能肘赢伪人？ Carrier-Based Generator Princess舰载发电姬Urban Youth984k WordsOngoing A crossover world, and what a wonderful start. Got it. All I have to do now is become an ordinary ghostwriter, and I can live happily ever after with beautiful girls... Yukinoshita, Mai, Kasumigaoka... Hahaha, just kidding. There are even more adorable little creatures living all over the city than there are beautiful girls. There's a family of nine with seventy-two legs between them, a huge shut-in with lots of energy who isn't much for exercise, and a tall, skinny, undernourished, dark-skinned 12Tickets2MClicks8.5kFavorites

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    Similar to "A Loli Arrives Beside Me," this book features a tough protagonist fighting monsters and building a complete system of equipment and weapons from scratch. The problem lies in its somewhat rambling descriptions, shallow character development, and insufficient environmental detail in battle scenes. Overall, the writing is definitely weaker than that other book, and the author may currently be struggling to control the plot. However, the fact that it's still updating regularly already surpasses many other books. I recommend it (3/5).

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