The Demon’s Lament

Cultivation Novels with Qi Refining, Foundation Establishment, Golden Core, Nascent Soul, and Tribulation, with a Fast Pace

Please, experts, recommend something for me.

Any Novels That Aren't Stupid, Wish-Fulfillment, or Harem Stories?

In 99% of fantasy novels, the protagonist has an IQ of 250 and their opponent has an IQ of -250. In supernatural novels, it's usually the other way around: the opponent has an IQ of 250 and the protagonist has an IQ of -250. I don't want that kind of thing, and I don't want dumb power fantasies or womanizing novels either. And definitely no damn System novels! I'm looking for something with decent writing.

Looking for a Novel Similar to A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality

The cultivation stages should go from Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment through Golden Core, Nascent Soul, Spirit Transformation, Void Refining, Body Integration, Great Ascension, and Tribulation Transcendence. The protagonist should be cautious and ruthless, with an unwavering resolve to pursue the Dao.

Looking for Stories With a Similar Approach to A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality

After finishing A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality, other cultivation novels feel a bit too contrived. It's easy to guess where the plot is going: the protagonist meets a powerful foe and either 1) hides his true abilities, 2) turns the tables just before dying, 3) lets his enemies fight each other and then swoops in to reap the rewards, or 4) gets taken on as a disciple by some old man. Orz

From Mortal to Cultivator: Joining a Cultivation Sect

Cultivation Novels Absolutely Worth Reading

A collection of excellent books I've gathered over years of reading novels.

Any Novels Where the Protagonist Cultivates as a Rogue Without Joining a Sect?

One female lead, preferably none at all. No goody-two-shoes protagonists.

Dark Cultivation Stories Like Floating Immortal Order

Just want a protagonist with some brains.

Cultivation Stories About Demonic, Heretical, or Ghost Paths, with a Cold and Ruthless Protagonist

System stories, rebirth stories, anything is fine. I'm not picky. I want a protagonist who's cold, ruthless, and heartless. Anyone got something? Please, everyone, I'm in a reading slump.

Mortal-Style Cultivation Novels

Looking for Dark Cultivation: Resources Are Monopolized, and the Protagonist Is Ruthless and Determined to Live Forever

Don't recommend anything under a million words.

Fantasy, Xianxia, and Underrated Gems

Traditional Xuanhuan Cultivation Novels

Can't You Watch Mortal Cultivation of Immortality?

Any Female-Led Cultivation Stories That Aren’t Too Over-the-Top? I’ve Read Most of the Popular Ones

I'm in a bit of a reading slump and don't know what to read. I've already read most of the popular and recommended books. Farming stories are fine too. Thanks!

Looking for Stories About Demonic Cultivators

I want a story where the protagonist cultivates demonic powers. No female lead, no saintly protagonist, and someone ruthless and merciless. Can anyone recommend a few?

Any Traditional Cultivation Stories?

The kind without a System or a heroine

Any Novels You Can Read Without Turning Your Brain Off?

Looking for books like "Immortal from the Start, Hiding Away Until the End of Time". At the very least, the plot should make sense and the characters should have basic intelligence. I don't want to feel like my brain is asking, “Am I even needed here?”

Dark, Cold-Blooded, and Ruthless, Stopping at Nothing for the Dao

I’m a Veteran Reader with Picky Taste and Nothing to Read. Pure Xuanhuan Cultivation or Taoist Stories Only

No System, please.

Looking for Cultivation Novels with a Strong Female Lead, No Airhead Sweethearts or Romance-Only Plots

Traditional Xuanhuan Cultivation Stories That Are Lighthearted, Entertaining, and Re-readable

Looking for books like The Nine Returns: Ten Absolute Powers of Heaven and Earth. Something you can savor slowly and carefully. Mindless stories need not apply.

Recommendations from a Ten-Year Veteran Bookworm

New Books for Everyone, and Some Old Books