Wuxia Novels 武侠小说

1. 201 关 The Legend of Guanshan's Heroes 关山英雄传 Linqing Literature琳青文学Historical152k WordsOngoing During the Wanli era of the Ming dynasty, the government was corrupt and the people lived in misery. Heroes of the martial world, unable to endure the oppression of tyranny, gathered at Guanshan to cross swords in the jianghu, uphold justice, and set in motion one gripping tale of vengeance and intrigue after another... 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Pure martial arts novel with classical stories

2. 202 望 Gazing at the Heavens 望苍穹 A Meaningful Netizen有意义的网友Eastern Fantasy34k WordsOngoing Can you withstand this punch after 2.5 years of training? Wisdom * Handsome * Dashing * Cool * The Embodiment of Justice* What's wrong with only having an elementary-school education? A hero's origins don't matter. Show some confidence, kid! Every day the villains go unchecked, good people suffer. —Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Dear godfathers Eddie Peng and Liu Yifei, please help me check if this makes sense.

3. 203 大 The Great Chu Heroic Legend 大楚豪侠传 I'm Huanhuan我是桓桓呀Eastern Fantasy172k WordsCompleted The jianghu is a mountain. Some people are halfway up, while others are at its foot. Those at the foot fight for their lives, and the survivors make their way toward the middle. But some people are born at the summit. No matter how lofty the imperial court, it cannot stop the greed in people's hearts. No matter how powerful you are, the battlefield is still nothing but a handful of sand. The jianghu and the imperial court, the nation and the battlefield. Heroes and great men in this world are wo —Reads—Score—Shelves
4. 204 武 Wuxia Short Story: Sword Jianghu 武侠短篇小说《剑江湖》 Waiting for Dawn at Night夜等待黎明15k WordsCompleted The Sword and the Jianghu: A Martial Arts Novella 48Reads—Score—Shelves

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   "Do you know the princess is missing?" "No." "Didn't she leave with you?" "No." The shadowy figure grew impatient, his movements swift as a ghost, vanishing from the street in the blink of an eye. Are all martial artists so swift and unpredictable? The person inside the sedan chair pulled the picture from the brocade pouch, extremely pleased, so much so that he didn't even notice a gust of wind blowing open the curtain. A person hiding in the shadows at the street corner, however, saw him clearly, her mouth agape, almost letting out a scream. The wealthy-looking old man inside the sedan chair, dressed in royal robes, was none other than the current emperor's uncle, the Sixth Prince. The late emperor had decreed that he was never allowed to return to the capital without being summoned. How could he be here now?

5. 205 神 The Legend of the Condor Heroes: A Later-Era Chronicle 神雕晚世录 Wanderer Returns at Night游子夜归人Male-Channel Fanfiction990k WordsOngoing Since the book’s “Dragon-Slaying Arc” became clear, most fans of Xiaolongnü have left, but people still report the story, and some readers question whether the characters are out of character: Xiaolongnü is too skilled, Yelü Qi is too decent, and Yang Guo isn’t wild enough. I’ll explain using the original work: First, Xiaolongnü is no weaker than Yang Guo, and he has no confidence that he can kill her with a single blow, so he needs to lay a trap. The evidence: In the Third Discussion of Mount 2.1kReads8.1Score194Shelves

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   Traditional martial arts style, welcome everyone to enjoy.

6. 206 咨 A Consultant in the Martial World 咨询顾问在江湖 Hu Daoding胡到顶Eastern Fantasy305k WordsCompleted A highly intelligent male lead pulls the strings of the jianghu in another world! The jianghu is full of passion, and its characters leap off the page! [Deciphering a treasure map] + [Foiling a villain’s conspiracy] + [Taking part in a martial arts tournament] + [Joining the court struggle over the succession] + [Defeating a villain who transmigrated] + [Settling a feud spanning lifetimes]. No System, no golden finger, no mindless wish fulfillment, and no incoherent nonsense. Just [beautiful pro 8Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Not to brag, but the content of this book is extremely rare in online literature.

7. 207 侠 Chivalry? What a Load of Crap! 侠义？狗屁！ Quan Kao Xia Bian Zao铨洘柙煸灶Eastern Fantasy442k WordsOngoing Ten years ago, my master told me I was ready to leave the sect. I asked him, “Does the Ruyi Sect have any rules? Things like upholding justice, punishing the wicked, and helping the weak?” My master burst out laughing and patted me on the shoulder. “Right and wrong, good and evil, are all as I see fit! In this martial world, if you want to be a hero, then go be one: avenge wrongs, help those in danger. If you want to be a villain, then go be one: kill and burn, do as you please. Even if you want 62Reads6.2Score—Shelves
8. 208 影 Shadows over the Hall of Loyalty 影落忠义楼 Yang Ximo阳夕陌Martial Arts557k WordsCompleted [Shadow Guard’s Rise + Court Intrigue and the Martial World + Stunning Beauties] He is the sharpest shadow guard in Prince Night Falcon’s hands. With his Feihong Sword, he has spilled countless drops of blood and never once failed. During a mission, he meets Mu Yao, a tender moonlight in a turbulent age, and then catches the fiery starlight in Shen Siyue’s eyes, a beacon of hope in utter despair. Little does he know that from the moment they met, Tong Xinling, an attendant of the Ruyi Tower, has 69Reads—Score—Shelves

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   I highly recommend a great book! It's a true martial arts novel with a strong storyline and a highly immersive plot. It's truly a genuine martial arts story!

9. 209 破 The Hero Who Defeated the Invaders 破虏英雄传 Pear Blossoms in a Storm, Beneath a Lonely Lamp暴雨梨花孤灯下Male-Channel Fanfiction3.3M WordsOngoing This novel tells a stirring, suspenseful story set during the nearly hundred years between The Return of the Condor Heroes and The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber, when the martial world of the Central Plains was in turmoil. The Legend of the Heroes Who Broke the Mongol Siege mainly follows Guo Polu, his sister Guo Xiang, and Zhang Sanfeng after the fall of Xiangyang. The story begins when Guo Xiang hears that Kublai Khan plans to bury Guo Jing and Huang Rong’s coffins in Niujia Village, Lin’an. R 3.5kReads8.9Score262Shelves

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   The final piece of the puzzle in Jin Yong's martial arts world: authentic martial arts, traditional Jianghu (, the martial arts world), chivalrous revenge, and patriotism—all are found in his novels.

10. 210 魔 Transformation of the Demonic Heart 魔心变 Hong Shenbing鸿燊丙Ancient Romance563k WordsCompleted Dreams Among the Flowers: The Wandering Cloud Swordsman is the second installment. Compared with the others, it is more serious and traditional, with a very official feel. The third installment, The Demonic Heart’s Transformation, also known as The Exquisite Heart of the Pagoda and The Seven-Lifetime Exquisite Tribulation, is a fantasy drama. Its male lead is the carefree, irreverent sort, laid-back and funny. Hua Yingyue, the Flower God’s shadow, has no emotions because she was born without a h 130Reads—Score—Shelves

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11. 211 飘 The Wandering Cloud Swordsman 飘云侠客录 Hong Shenbing鸿燊丙Eastern Fantasy735k WordsCompleted Disclaimer: This novel is entirely fictional. Synopsis: The villainous Hanlu Sect… The loyal and courageous Piaoyun Army… The righteous Jing'e Hall, dedicated to punishing the wicked… An evil force with power to blot out the sky… The past fades like smoke. In a new world where memories have vanished, old friends meet again, face to face, yet fail to recognize each other. 55Reads—Score—Shelves
12. 212 醉 Drunken Dreams, Wandering Heroes 醉梦，侠影 Mr. Chuan Rong川容先生Eastern Fantasy2.0M WordsOngoing A haze of drunkenness brings clarity to a dreamscape. Behind the shadow of the swordsman lies a reflection of the dream’s jianghu. A whole new world, unfamiliar memories, the identity of a hero, and a journey through the jianghu: between drunkenness and sobriety, heroism and dreams, a legend unfolds. 59Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A group of heroes roam the martial world, resolving crises and exploring new paths.

13. 213 栖 Chronicles of Qiwucheng 栖梧城传记 Wuyi Recluse武夷散人Eastern Fantasy306k WordsOngoing A classic martial-arts detective tale, historical mystery, youthful passion, with no System or cheats. During the Zhenguan era of the Tang Dynasty, the realm had only just been pacified, and every trade was waiting to be rebuilt. The balance of power in the martial world shifted dramatically. The influence of the four great martial families, who controlled the Seven Gangs (power), Eight Associations (wealth), Nine Mountains (letters), and Ten Strongholds (arms), waned noticeably. The world's Fiv 65Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Set against the backdrop of the Sui and Tang dynasties, this martial arts detective story features a group of young heroes. It employs numerous allusions (from a small piece of fish to classical texts), cleverly weaving historical events into the martial arts world. Through a series of cases, it exposes the darkness of the aristocratic landlord class's rule and witnesses the bloodshed of young reformers striving for a new era. Each case is intricately plotted, and every seemingly casual detail is a brilliant clue, leading to the final revelation of the truth, leaving one with a profound sense of destiny.

14. 214 峨 The Emei Son-in-Law 峨眉赘婿 Ruo Bo若伯Male-Channel Fanfiction326k WordsOngoing Not a power fantasy! No domination, no harem, no invincibility. Everyday life, calm and understated. Transmigrating into Jin Yong’s wuxia novel The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber. An ordinary young man unexpectedly finds himself in Song Qingshu’s body. He has never even killed a chicken, yet now he’s in a martial world where killing is commonplace. What will happen to him? —Reads—Score—Shelves
15. 215 综 Wuxia Crossover: My Blade Rules the World 综武：我的刀天下无敌 Ye Ruyi夜如忆Eastern Fantasy317k WordsCompleted [Transmigration + martial arts + court politics + mystery + twists + revenge + a touch of the supernatural] Ye Chen transmigrates into a brothel, only to be sentenced to exile. Armed with a mysterious saber technique he brought with him, he embarks on a tumultuous life. He originally intended to take on the imperial court single-handedly, but every step turns out to be part of someone else’s scheme, leading him to commit countless unjust killings. After learning that clues to the decades-old blo 78Reads—Score—Shelves

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    [Martial Arts + Suspense + Imperial Court + Jianghu] Numerous foreshadowing elements, setups, and plot twists; a long storyline that extends beyond the main characters, where even supporting characters and passersby have their own destinies. A game within a game, outsiders to outsiders—anything is possible. You think you're orchestrating the scheme, but you're merely a pawn. [My blade can only kill, but your blade can change the world.]

16. 216 月 The Legend of Yueyun 月云传 The Most Beautiful Melody最美的melodyMartial Arts324k WordsOngoing My name is Gu Yungui. I was born without ever getting the chance to meet my birth mother. The martial world has been torn by conflict for years, with bloodshed without end. Gifted beyond measure, I was taught all my father's martial arts. Years later, my father finally found my mother's whereabouts. After a long and difficult search, he uncovered a cruel truth: she had been imprisoned for years by three major sects and forced to forge three mystical weapons, Duannian, Tingxue, and Jinghong. She 63Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I wrote this myself; it's a traditional martial arts novel.

17. 217 隐 Walking Beneath the Hidden Moon 隐月行 Tranquil Moon and Clear Breeze澹月清风Mystery350k WordsCompleted The second book is now available. [Detective Mystery] + [Wuxia] Song Shiyu has barely stepped into the martial world when he encounters a strange and mysterious case. While investigating the truth, he meets Nan Yihuan, a cheerful yet sharp-tongued young woman, and Yuanxiao, an honest and simple-hearted boy. The martial world is full of deception, and strange events happen one after another. The three join forces and roam the jianghu, weathering all kinds of t 3Reads8.4Score—Shelves

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    Song Shiyu, who deliberately concealed his martial arts skills for some reason, encountered Nan Yihuan, who was just as sharp-tongued and skilled in martial arts, and the honest and simple-minded young Yuanxiao when he first entered the martial arts world. The martial arts world is unpredictable and strange things happen frequently, so the three of them travel together.

18. 218 横 Across the Mountains 横断山 Clouds Break Over Crow Mountain云断乌山Eastern Fantasy406k WordsCompleted A new work is out! Everyone is welcome to read my story on Tomato Novel. I hope you’ll enjoy it. Your support inspires me to write, and I’ll do my best to tell every story well! 176Reads—Score—Shelves

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    ... Xu Shan withdrew his spear and retreated, the shaft sweeping towards Madam Hong's legs. Madam Hong leaped into the air, pointing her left finger at Xu Shan's brow. Xu Shan unleashed a powerful right punch, his spiraling force shattering Madam Hong's Xuan Yin Finger technique inch by inch. A scream rang out beside them; the white-browed elder, his right arm severed by Zhuo Ruyan's sword, staggered backward as two ghostly figures pounced, one claw piercing his chest...—"Hengduan Mountains"

19. 219 墨 Ink Painting of a Thousand Winds 墨画千风 Yue Ranyi月染翼Eastern Fantasy183k WordsCompleted Multiple storylines intertwine, and forces from all sides converge and collide in a traditional wuxia world with a clearly defined power system and a colorful cast of characters. There are scheming masterminds, unexpectedly adorable contrasts, clear-eyed figures who descend into darkness and go against the tide, powerful officials plotting for control of the realm, extraordinary people who calculate the mandate of heaven, and hidden actors who put themselves into the game. Protagonist Su Yan is —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Modern New Martial Arts

20. 220 血 Blood-Drop Twin Lotus 血滴并蒂莲 Wen Xiao玟潇Ancient Romance201k WordsCompleted A hidden lotus pond, an ancient twin lotus, and a group of strange races concealed from the world. After the war, Tong Che was the only son left in the General's household, which had guarded the nation. Princess Baolian, the eldest princess of Wei, was born with a lotus-shaped birthmark. For the sake of her people's peace and to save the one she loved, she had no choice but to embark on a political marriage. Then came the terrible news: Princess Baolian had been poisoned by a deadly toxin and wa 966Reads—Score148Shelves

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    If you really enjoy martial arts novels, don't miss this one.

21. 221 永 The Yongchang Map: The Mysterious Fiend Order 永昌图之玄煞令 Herb of the Apricot Grove杏林之草Martial Arts132k WordsOngoing During the Northern Wei era, in Youzhou, the Minghe Mountain Manor held a pivotal place in the martial world. Because of a map that supposedly belonged to its escort agency, the Changhe Map, the manor was doomed to destruction. The entire manor was wiped out overnight, with only its young son, Leng Hanyun, escaping the massacre by chance. The child became an apprentice and trained hard in martial arts. Ten years later, armed with a Black Fiend Token, he caused an uproar throughout the martial wo 653Reads—Score103Shelves

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    At this moment, the tiger-headed man leaped up, soaring into the air, his longsword, imbued with sword energy, aimed straight for Yan Minghe's head. Yan Minghe raised his hand to parry, blocking the tiger-headed man's sword, and simultaneously raised his hand to the sky, intending to strike the tiger-headed man's head, but the tiger-headed man dodged, and the blow struck his left shoulder, sending him flying backward. He spat out a mouthful of blood, caught by the wolf-headed man, clutching his chest, unable to stand.

22. 222 一 One Frost-Cold Blade to Pacify Five Provinces 一刃霜寒定五州 Unremarkable Middle-Aged Man不良中年Historical166k WordsOngoing A traditional wuxia setting, with a slow pace. No transmigration, no System! The martial world, the imperial court, martial arts, family and country, emotions, bloodshed... It’s traditional wuxia, but with a little something new. 6Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Wuxia (martial arts), the martial arts world, the imperial court, family and country—a wuxia story with a complex plot involving two main characters, one male and one female…😄

23. 223 本 I'm Definitely Not the World's Greatest Thief 本姑娘才不是天下第一偷 Sneaking Sweet Treats偷吃软甜Male-Channel Fanfiction191k WordsOngoing Pei Ning said nothing more. She had simply thought of her master. If Shen Qingci were here, she would probably imitate that eunuch's words first, then sneer, “What a shameless dog, always sucking up to whoever's in power.” Li Xunhuan lowered his head and took a sip of wine. The faint smile at the corner of his mouth grew warmer. He suddenly thought of many years ago. Back then, Lin Shiyin would also straighten his sleeves for him and tidy his room, complaining that he drank far too much. Pei Nin 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The story begins with the reclusive powerhouse Shen Qingci appearing in the chaotic world. He uses martial arts to stop the fighting on the official road, saving refugees and powerful families. After meeting Ximen Chuixue, he does good deeds in a small town and also finds his first disciple, Pei Ning.

24. 224 青 A Prequel to the Green Gang and Hongmen 青帮洪门前传 Brother Lu Li乱流哥哥Eastern Fantasy341k WordsCompleted In the world of martial arts fiction, not every story has historical roots. This book tells the story of the origins of the Green Gang and the Hongmen, and their deep ties to Emperor Qianlong. The protagonist, Hao Fuyao, is the Green Gang's first leader, but why has history never remembered him? The protagonist Hong Ying founded the Hongmen, but she was a woman, not a man. Their stories have never been passed down in the martial world, so this book will reveal the truth. 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A landmark work in the martial arts genre, like Stephen Chow's "A Chinese Odyssey," may not seem impressive now, but it will definitely be a classic ten years from now.

25. 225 神 The Return of the Condor Heroes: A Beauty's Ordeal 神雕侠侣之红颜劫 Lucky Little Ji招财小吉Male-Channel Fanfiction360k WordsCompleted [Transmigration + wuxia + multiple heroines + male-oriented + fan fiction] He transmigrates as Yang Guo, with a naturally intoxicating scent. A completely new wuxia tale in a different version of Jin Yong’s martial arts world. 142Reads—Score151Shelves
26. 226 为 Born to Pass Down the Martial Arts! 为了传武而生！ Eight Hundred Miles of Wind and Clouds风云八百里Urban941k WordsCompleted Li Hu is reborn in the 1980s and gains the Traditional Martial Arts Cultivation System. Through his own hard work and the System, he gradually achieves success in the world of traditional martial arts, uncovers its potential, and helps it flourish around the globe! 397Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Li Hu is reborn in the 1980s and obtains a traditional martial arts cultivation system. Through his personal efforts and with the help of the system, he gradually achieves success in the field of traditional martial arts, explores its potential, and promotes it throughout the world!

27. 227 仗 Wielding a Sword to Carve Dragons 仗剑雕龙 Raincoat Warrior雨衣战神Eastern Fantasy4.1M WordsCompleted (Original martial arts fiction, multiple heroines, no transmigration, no System, not a do-gooder, not a villain) Is the martial world really just about killing people? When Lin Tu first stepped into it, that's what he thought. Then he took part in the Golden Cauldron Tournament, the Poetry Duel, the Golden Light Martial Debate... and even a grand war fought by the people of the martial world. He met one legendary figure after another: the Eight Wanderers, sect leaders from great schools, peerles 2.3kReads7.2Score223Shelves

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    Original martial arts fantasy, over two million words. Highlights: 1. The protagonist is a commoner, without any special abilities, growing stronger through intelligence. 2. Multiple female leads [smirk]. 3. The protagonist is neither a saint nor a villain. 4. Supporting characters are diverse, each with their own pursuits. 5. Although a martial arts story, the theme isn't chivalry; there are few true heroes, most are driven by self-interest. 6. The story is set within a single country and state, encompassing dozens of counties, numerous sects, masters, villains, and young talents. Even the protagonist needs hundreds of chapters to gradually grow into a renowned martial arts master, but still not at the top. 7. The early chapters are somewhat uneventful, but the story becomes increasingly exciting as the martial arts world unfolds.

28. 228 七 The Seven Stars Chronicles of Chivalry 七星侠义录 Haotian Sword浩天剑Urban559k WordsCompleted In a modern city, an evil force is quietly taking root. Seven chivalrous heroes from Jin Yong's stories possess seven ordinary people from different walks of life. Through training, they gain powerful martial arts skills and, guided by a mysterious figure, join forces to fight evil... 50Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The Seven Heroes of Jin Yong: This book is indeed excellent and worth recommending.

29. 229 唐 Strange Tales of the Tang Dynasty: The Great Tang’s Female Coroner 唐朝诡事录之大唐女仵作 Northwest Brother Mao西北毛哥Mystery479k WordsOngoing A spin-off story inspired by the TV series Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty Main characters: Dugu Xiasu and Chuntiao One hundred days after Dugu Yang’s death, Chuntiao formally takes Cao Hui, her mother-in-law, as her mentor and begins learning the art of forensic examination. After this case, Dugu Xiasu becomes much more steady in temperament. The two embark on a new chapter of strange and supernatural tales. 4Reads—Score—Shelves
30. 230 天 The Heavenly Book: The Imperial Star Descends to the Mortal World, One Sword Proves the Dao 天书：帝星化凡，一剑证道 Master Wuwei Chen Zhifei无为子陈知非Eastern Fantasy723k WordsOngoing [A golden-scaled dragon is no pond-dweller. Soon, the Heavenly Book will descend from the ninth heaven!] What would happen if Dugu Qiubai lived for a thousand years? A Heavenly Book spans a thousand years of China’s history, bringing him into contact with humans, demons, immortals, and Buddhas. (A historical cultivation novel about immortality, featuring Confucian, Buddhist, and Daoist ideas that may be difficult for most readers. Not a wish-fulfillment story; slow burn, so read with care.) [Imm 269Reads—Score—Shelves

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    There are Divine Condors, Heavenly Dragons, the Xuan Tie Sword, Huang Shang's Nine Yin Manual, Dugu Swordplay, Zhou Tong, Yue Fei, Wu Song, Water Margin, the Ziwei Emperor Star undergoes 64 tribulations, transforms into a mortal to attain enlightenment, masters the art of slaying dragons, and proves his Dao to the world... The 64 tribulations of the Ziwei Star, the path of cultivation through tribulations, a dream of returning to the Song Dynasty: My romantic escapades in the Northern Song Dynasty: Starting with [the Ziwei Star descending to earth], transforming into a mortal in the Northern Song Dynasty, becoming the Sword Demon Dugu, [encountering the Divine Condor], [slaying the Heavenly Dragon], a story of a mortal cultivating immortality: Alternate history: encountering various famous historical figures, exploring the origins of historical events, various historical stories and legends, ancient poems and songs. The Purple Star Emperor, descended to earth in the Northern Song Dynasty: Featuring the Condor Heroes, the Heavenly Dragon, the Nameless Sword, the Purple Soft Sword, the Xuan Tie Heavy Sword, Huang Shang's Nine Yin Manual, the Dugu Swordplay, Zhou Tong, Yue Fei, Wu Song, Water Margin, ascension to earth, the art of slaying dragons, proving one's Dao in the world… It includes martial arts, fantasy, history, and fictional cultivation: Fanfiction featuring characters never appearing in martial arts novels, witnessing the Sword Demon Dugu's quest to defeat the world of martial arts. See how the Sword Demon Dugu cultivates his literary skills, the Great Dao of swordsmanship… A philosophical work encompassing traditional Confucian, Buddhist, and Taoist cultures…

31. 231 沧 The Wandering Hero of Canglang 沧浪侠行 Guest of Huai Sha怀沙客Historical549k WordsOngoing A perfect fusion of history and wuxia! The Chu Kingdom's version of The Legend of the Condor Heroes: an epic of heroes in an age of reform! Some write their poems on silk, while others carve theirs into swords. In the end, history will wash away the blood of heroes in the waters of Canglang. Set against the backdrop of Mi Yuan's unsuccessful efforts to reform and strengthen the Chu Kingdom during the Warring States period, the story brings Zhang Yi, Wei Ran, King Huai of Chu, Zheng Xiu, and the 12Reads9.4Score—Shelves

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    No time travel, no system; true history forms the foundation of the martial arts world. The reforms of Mi Yuan subtly weave through the chessboard of the six kingdoms, while Zhang Yi's political maneuvering, Zheng Xiu's palace intrigue, and the confluence of the Four Gentlemen and their retainers create a dynamic narrative. Martial artists use their swords to break through the reform impasse, and Qu Yuan uses his words to stabilize the fate of the nation. Bronze swords are inscribed with the Qin Dynasty-style court upheaval, and the melody of the *Li Sao* resonates with the epic martial arts saga of *The Legend of the Condor Heroes*—when the passion of the martial arts world drenches the iron curtain of history, it is the soul of the Warring States period and the spirit of chivalry.

32. 232 倚 Heavenly Sword and Dragon Slaying Sabre: A Tale of Pearls and Jade 倚天屠龙之珠玉传奇 Sleeping on a Rock在石头上睡觉Male-Channel Fanfiction248k WordsCompleted During the Jiajing reign of the Ming dynasty, Japanese pirates and bandits ran rampant, and chaos gripped the martial world. The Lianghe Gang secretly colluded with the Japanese pirates, setting off a storm across the martial world. While protecting the family of the court official Lord Yu, the young Bai Xianyu and Wang Niuer uncover a shocking secret. They decide to expose the Lianghe Gang’s plot themselves, strike back against the pirates, and safeguard the nation. This is a thrilling and peri 12Reads—Score—Shelves

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    There are three difficulties in compiling a biography: First, there must be no repetition. If a book contains a hundred or so characters, and their personalities, speech, appearance, and behavior are slightly similar to each other, then it is considered repetition. Second, there must be no contradictions. If a person appears multiple times, and there are slight discrepancies between the beginning and end, then it is considered a contradiction. Third, there must be no omissions. Writing about a character without an ending is an omission; narrating an event without a conclusion is also an omission. Only after understanding these three points can one discuss the genre of narrative literature.

33. 233 血 Blood Rain on the Mid-Autumn Festival 血雨溅中秋 Sleeping on a Rock在石头上睡觉Eastern Fantasy302k WordsCompleted Wuxia stories always come down to three elements: chivalry, the extraordinary, and romance. This humble work pays tribute to Jin Yong, telling the legendary tale of Li Heguang, who loses his family home and wanders the martial world, cherishes a destined love, and ultimately becomes a chivalrous hero and avenges his wrongs. 63Reads—Score—Shelves
34. 234 没 That’s Right, I’m the Chivalrous Hero You’re Looking For 没错，我就是你们要找的仁义大侠 Mu Feng Yundao, Who Likes Yunxi喜欢云熙的慕风云道Eastern Fantasy263k WordsOngoing Under the Zhao Song, the martial world was torn by conflict and the jianghu fell into chaos. Chen Yun lifted his head and looked out at this turbulent world. “These are the worst of times. The Martial Arts Alliance Chief is missing, the emperor is incompetent, and the common people are suffering.” “These are also the best of times. The young are full of spirit, and blades flash in the sunlight.” Chen Yun thrived in this era, navigating its dangers with ease and settling scores as he pleased. He 19Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This is the first time I've seen a martial arts novel with this style. It's set in a chaotic and turbulent era, but it's not heavy at all. The protagonist starts by playing on the theme of Liu Bei, selling his own brand of straw sandals, and taking advantage of the riots to steal food from the stall next door, even sharing it with beggars. He not only receives a compliment on his benevolence but also two unexpected martial arts techniques. The protagonist's actions are amazing!

35. 235 贾 Jia Baoyu Becomes a Martial Arts Master 贾宝玉成了武林高手 Victory Prevails in the World胜行于世Historical183k WordsOngoing Dream of the Red Chamber is a realist masterpiece rooted in Cao Xueqin's reflections on his own life. Though the book contains mythical elements, they are merely a veil of “false words and village talk.” This time, the author boldly reimagines the story, casting Jia Baoyu into the chaos of the late Ming dynasty! Watch him master peerless martial arts, raise his sword to the heavens as the empire teeters on the brink of collapse, protect his family, and fight injustice throughout the land! Histor 7Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Creative, entertaining...

36. 236 亦 A Question of Love 亦问情 A Horse Named Yema一匹也马Eastern Fantasy667k WordsCompleted Born with the ability to see ghosts, he stumbles by chance onto the path of cultivation. Brotherly loyalty, the bond between master and disciple, the mystery of his origins, grudges in the martial world, and a bloody storm: what is the ultimate purpose of the path of cultivation? Do not ask about love, and yet love must be asked about too. 14Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Although the title of this book is quite literary, it perfectly blends martial arts and fantasy elements. The literary scenes are witty and humorous, while the action scenes are thrilling and exciting. The protagonists are flesh and blood, not robots. The whole book focuses on conveying correct values, making it a rare and excellent book that is definitely worth reading.

37. 237 默 The Silent Sword’s Path to Immortality 默剑长生 Gentle Breeze and Drizzle Rong和风细雨蓉Eastern Fantasy887k WordsOngoing Modern painter Shen Mo transmigrates into the body of a constable’s son in the Great Liang dynasty. Using the Daoist art of ink painting as a key to cultivation, he turns ordinary skills into a path to immortality, practicing amid the everyday bustle of life as he sets foot on the road to becoming an immortal... 4kReads9.3Score348Shelves

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    Step by step, I finished watching it before I knew it.

38. 238 跟 Follow the Sage, and Let Talented Scholars and Emperors Run Wild Together 跟着圣人，才子和天子一起浪 Victory Prevails in the World胜行于世Historical111k WordsOngoing Huang Xiaowen somehow transmigrates to the Zhengde era of the Ming Dynasty, where he encounters three major figures of the time one after another and gets caught up in a series of amusing adventures. Entertainment and the pursuit of the Dao go hand in hand... —Reads—Score—Shelves
39. 239 我 I Really Run an Orphanage, Not an Assassin's Den 我开的真是孤儿院，不是杀手堂 I Am the Ox Warrior我是牛战士Eastern Fantasy3.1M WordsCompleted [Print edition now available] [The only imaginative ensemble martial arts novel on the entire site!] [At its peak, 1.5 million readers were following it, ranking seventh across all of Tomato Novel. Come on in and see for yourselves, dear readers!] [Ensemble cast + System + Traits + Martial Arts] Chen Ye transmigrated to the Great Wu Dynasty and became bound to the Orphan-Raising System. By raising orphans, he could earn points, which he could use to draw traits and bestow them upon the children. 116.4kReads8.9Score12.3kShelves

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    A martial arts ensemble novel! Full of imaginative ideas! A fresh theme where the protagonist embarks on his martial arts journey in a new world!

40. 240 神 The Return of the Condor Heroes: Sign-In for a Hundred Years of Power from the Start! 神雕：开局签到百年功力！ Drinking Alone Under the Moon with You我与你月下独酌Male-Channel Fanfiction145k WordsCompleted When Lin Yuan woke up, he discovered he had become an obscure minor character in the world of The Return of the Condor Heroes. The Mongols were invading, the martial world was in turmoil, and the story was about to begin. At this critical moment, the Martial Arts Sign-In System activated! [Ding! Sign in outside the Tomb of the Living Dead on Mount Zhongnan. Reward: a century's worth of pure inner power!] [Ding! Sign in at the Sword Tomb of Dugu Qiubai, the Sword Demon. Reward: a Heavy Iron Sword 4.5kReads5.9Score235Shelves
41. 241 洪 The Grudges of the Hong and Miao Clans 洪苗恩仇录 Back to Earth重回地球Eastern Fantasy208k WordsCompleted Zi Ji had two disciples, Hong Shi and Miao Liang. When they received their master’s martial arts teachings, the two disciples each followed a different path. Hong Shi took the direct approach, while Miao Liang went in the opposite direction. Thus were born two entirely different martial philosophies. This also planted the seeds for the later Hong-Miao rivalry... Amid this conflict, Zhuang Fei, one of the story’s protagonists and a descendant of Hong Shi’s school, endured great hardships and even 13Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This is amazing! [Thumbs up][Thumbs up][Thumbs up]

42. 242 我 I, Duan Yu, Am Unbeatable Under Heaven! 我，段誉，天下无敌！ Ke Yuan柯远Male-Channel Fanfiction613k WordsCompleted What kind of life will Duan Yu lead after transmigrating into Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils? Become Wang Yuyan’s simp? No way! Turn into a clueless bookworm? Even less likely! I, Duan Yu, came to Tianlong for just three things! Martial arts! Martial arts! And damn well more martial arts! I, Duan Yu, rely on hard work and sweat to practice martial arts! System! Give me some stat points! Xiao Feng: My second brother is invincible! Jiumozhi: Young Master Duan is truly a mighty warrior. I, this h 24.9kReads8.4Score1.6kShelves

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    "The Eight Legions of Devas and Asuras" originates from Buddhist scriptures and signifies "all sentient beings in the world," symbolizing the myriad beings of the universe and embodying the boundless and transcendent nature of Buddhism. The central theme of the book is "No one is without grievances, all emotions are karmic burdens." The work is grand and tragic, an epic masterpiece that fully explores human nature and is deeply imbued with tragedy. During the Northern Song Dynasty, the Song, Liao, Western Xia, and Dali kingdoms were in conflict, with numerous martial arts feuds and ethnic conflicts. Duan Yu, the son of the Prince of Zhennan of Dali, sought to escape martial arts training and came to Wuliang Mountain. Through various opportunities, he learned strange and wondrous martial arts skills. Later, he was captured by the Tibetan Grand Preceptor Kumārajīva and taken to Jiangnan, where he became sworn brothers with Qiao Feng, the leader of the Beggars' Sect, the largest gang in China. During an internal power struggle within the Beggars' Sect, Qiao Feng was accused of being a Khitan, his reputation plummeted overnight, and he was scorned by the martial arts world of the Central Plains. To unravel the mystery of his origins, Qiao Feng tirelessly searches for clues to his identity, only to be repeatedly framed by villains, suffering unjust accusations and even mistakenly killing his confidante, A'Zhu. Later, to save A'Zhu's sister, A'Zi, he travels to the Liao Kingdom seeking medical help, eventually becoming the Southern King of Liao. Meanwhile, the young Shaolin monk Xu Zhu, through a series of fortuitous events, solves the Zhenlong Chess Puzzle, learning superior martial arts from the Xiaoyao Sect. He later becomes sworn brothers with Duan Yu and Qiao Feng. At this time, the Liao Kingdom invades the Song Dynasty. Qiao Feng, with his benevolent heart, cannot bear to see the two countries at war, causing widespread suffering, and coerces the Liao Emperor to promise not to send troops against the Song Dynasty for the rest of his life...

43. 243 武 Wuxia: One Man's ARPG Journey Through the Jianghu 武侠：一个人的ARPG江湖之旅 Old Tree by a Dry Well枯井老树Eastern Fantasy1.4M WordsCompleted [ARPG] [Wuxia] [The Jianghu] [System] [No Harem] [No Mindless Protagonist] [Not Invincible] This is a Wuxia adventure in an ARPG. A voice in Jing Yu’s mind keeps telling him that this is a jianghu story with him as the protagonist. So Jing Yu sets out from the center of the universe, Niu Family Village, and begins to measure out his path through the jianghu, one step at a time. The secluded valley, Yunqi Cuiwei Pavilion, the One Path, Two Buddhas, and Two Mountain Estates. The Six Fan Gate, the 8.7kReads8.2Score699Shelves

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    Can I recommend books that aren't good?

44. 244 尘 The Dustblade Guards the Palace 尘锋镇阙 Awareness觉性Martial Arts663k WordsOngoing The protagonist is both righteous and wicked, neither wholly good nor evil, and will stop at nothing to achieve his goals! He takes revenge on the spot. If he can’t get even right away, he’ll find a way to do it later. No saintly do-gooder, no brainless characters! Rescuing a gravely wounded noble on a snowy night draws him into the martial world, the power struggles at court, and the conflict between good and evil, as he investigates the secrets of the Imperial Bones. Welcome, new and longtime 2.9kReads6.0Score181Shelves

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    Highly recommended, it's excellent.

45. 245 秋 The Autumn Wind and Northern Geese Sword Art 秋风北雁诀 Smiling at the Setting Sun笑看斜阳Eastern Fantasy1.3M WordsCompleted At first, I didn’t want to write about villains, but unfortunately, someone has to slowly turn bad. The martial world exists in everyone’s heart, and the martial world itself is treacherous, so people’s hearts are bound to be treacherous too! At first, I wrote everyone as simple and innocent, but unfortunately, innocence is only a façade, as well as an ideal we pursue in the beginning. Complexity is the true reality! Good and evil, truth and falsehood, right and wrong, love and hate, affection a 4.1kReads9.0Score347Shelves
46. 246 蜀 Shushan: Legend of the Sword Immortal 蜀山：剑仙传 Huang Xiaozhao0黄小招0Eastern Fantasy109k WordsCompleted Wei Chier looks utterly bewildered. “I’m a Sword Immortal?” Then I want to fly on my sword! Then I want to shake the martial world! Then I want a beautiful woman on each arm! Then I want lots and lots of beautiful women! Most importantly, I want to root out evil! 7Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A fantastic fantasy novel, absolutely amazing!

47. 247 我 My Name Is Xiaomao, and I’m the Smartest Person in the Jianghu 我叫小猫，江湖第一聪明人 Take It Easy, Big Bro大哥请慢走Eastern Fantasy280k WordsOngoing My name is Xiao Mao, though the people of the martial world call me the Nine-Lives Detective. I'm not only clever, I'm lucky too. Time and again, I use my wits and skill to get out of danger. Just watch how I roam this martial world, righting wrongs and uncovering a grand conspiracy. 12Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Traditional martial arts! Original! No system, no brainpower!

48. 248 乱 A Bewildering Bloom of Myriad Worlds 乱花诸天迷人眼 The Middle-Aged Wordsmith妙笔中年人Male-Channel Fanfiction462k WordsCompleted I transmigrated and discovered I was in Tianlong Babu. Today marks the third year since I transmigrated, and I still haven’t gotten a golden finger. Then today, while hunting in the woods, I came across an injured, unconscious female martial artist. I figured it had to be fate, so I decided to follow in the footsteps of Master Zhang and treat her wounds. Once she woke up and saw my handsome face and muscular physique, she’d surely be so overwhelmed that she’d insist on marrying me. Then I’d set 13Reads5.8Score—Shelves
49. 249 重 Reborn in Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils: I, Qiao Feng, Am Unrivaled! 重生天龙，我，乔峰，盖世无敌！ Broken Stars and Waning Moon断星残月Male-Channel Fanfiction726k WordsCompleted (A story about integrity and loyalty, not a power fantasy. If you’re looking for a face-slapping power fantasy with an arrogant, invincible hero, this isn’t for you.) Reborn as Qiao Feng in Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils, he learns peerless martial arts, including the Eighteen Dragon Subduing Palms and the Icy Mystic Flame Art, to avenge his parents. On his travels through the martial world, he happens upon Duan Yu, the Prince of Dali, and Zhao Xu, the Emperor of Song. Though their fates are differen 19.9kReads8.8Score1.4kShelves
50. 250 互 Transmigrators Who Pretend to Be Each Other Have a System 互演的穿越者们有系统 Yangbai Potato阳白土豆Martial Arts2.0M WordsCompleted [Ensemble cast + transmigration + forum + ancient wuxia + no romance] The transmigrators arrived in a wuxia world. Some got the harem rivalry plot, some became reclusive masters, and others were in a classic wuxia story... But none of them had a golden finger. Faced with System missions on hell mode, they chose to start by making a post on the forum. Young Hero of the Jianghu: Watch me kill myself 1L: Details, please 2L: You again? 3L: How did you die again? Scholar: Need help writing an imperia 14.8kReads9.4Score1.7kShelves

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