Late Ming: The Sun Never Sets in the East

I transmigrated to the late Ming dynasty. Is it really that hard to become king without a System?

Choosing the right path to grow is crucial. Banditry won't work: the government is too strong, so there's no way to gain a foothold or grow. Being a merchant is even worse; they'll bleed you dry. As for aristocratic clans, you'd need to be lucky. Maritime forces have an advantage because the government is weaker at sea. Their strength comes down to their people: the more followers, the stronger the force.

If you choose the sea as the foundation for your power, don't even think about playing it safe, developing quietly, or farming. None of that is realistic. You have to fight fiercely. Building your strength through battle is the way to go.

As for the protagonist being too reckless and dying on the battlefield? Not a chance. Just watch. Leave everything to me.

If you die, we'll just start over. It's no big deal!

Just remember: charge in headfirst!