Xuanhuan: From the Start, I Forcefully Take in the Demon Empress
玄幻：开局强收妖族女帝
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- Completed
- Length
- 1.2M Words
- Genre
- Eastern Fantasy
- Subgenre
- Eastern Cultivation
- Updated
- 5mo ago
- English
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- Fragrant Fox Elixir美狐丹香Alternate title on Fanqie
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Rejecting the harem and simp tropes, the protagonist's approach to romance is not cloying; his interactions with Su Yuexuan are based on contracts and mutual benefits, avoiding forced romantic pairings. The multiple female leads are also well-developed, and we look forward to seeing how the female characters are further fleshed out.
Without excessive emphasis on thrills, the protagonist's rise to power feels grounded. The limitations of his pseudo-spiritual root, the constraints of the sect's rules, and the oppressive background of his opponents all contribute to a more reasonable character development path. The concept of the Marrow Cleansing Pill also lays a good foundation for later plot developments.
Overall, it's quite enjoyable to watch. It has the thrill of leveling up in cultivation and the fun of master-servant interaction. There are no complicated conspiracies or tricks; it focuses on the protagonist's growth and the cooperation between the spirit pets. However, some plot points are a bit formulaic, such as the scene where the elder tries to forcibly take the spirit pet, which is predictable.
A decent traditional fantasy novel, it lacks complex conspiracies and intrigues; the core is the protagonist's rise to power through the help of spirit pets and wit. Its strengths lie in its groundedness and logical consistency, while its weaknesses include some formulaic plot points and supporting character settings, lacking originality. It's suitable for readers who enjoy the "weak master, strong pet" trope and don't mind straightforward storylines.
It's lighthearted, funny, and exhilarating, with both the thrill of cultivation and the fun of master-servant interactions. It's perfect for killing time, and I'm already looking forward to the protagonist getting the Marrow Cleansing Pill and leading the demon emperor's spirit pet on a journey of revenge.
The traditional fantasy style without a system is quite appealing, and the premise of a pseudo-spiritual root protagonist subduing a demon empress adds dramatic tension. Chen Fan doesn't rely on any cheat codes; he achieves the contract entirely through intelligence and persuasive skills, avoiding the mindless, overpowered feel of some other fantasy novels, making for a solid reading experience.
👍Great fantasy novel! Even without a system, you can't be a slut. I really like the protagonist.
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Great, great! The author updates so frequently, this is going to be a great read! 😏
It's great, much more realistic than typical wish-fulfillment novels. Thumbs up to the author!