Wuxia Only, No Xianxia 单武侠，仙侠的不要

1. 151 过EN A Pawn's Passage 过河卒 Ask Not of the Martial World莫问江湖Eastern Fantasy4.0M WordsOngoing The world is a game of chess, and its people are the pieces. Qi Xuansu is a pawn that has crossed the river: there is no turning back, only pressing forward. 109Reads9.1Score—Shelves
2. 152 龙 The Hidden Dragon's Debauchery 龙隐风流 Dan Zheng Xiaoshu弹正小疏Eastern Fantasy248k WordsOngoing After his soul transmigrates to a deserted island, Chen Chen endures twenty years of hardship before finally sailing back to the Central Lands. He intends to travel the world as a wanderer who roams far and wide, but little does he expect to be swept into history, step by step, by its ripples. —Reads—Score—Shelves

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3. 153 侠 The Hero on the Left, the Sword on the Right 侠左，剑右 Carefree Junior Uncle逍遥小师叔Eastern Fantasy5.7M WordsOngoing [Passion, strategy, and chivalry] In Great Chu, there was a town called Shili. Shili Town had a cripple named Lu Tianming. Since he pushed a little cart around the streets every day, writing letters home for people, the townsfolk liked to call him Scholar. One day, the top fighter in Shili Town died. Scholar reported it to the authorities, only to get caught up in a power struggle with undercurrents running deep. After that, a Sword God appeared in Shili Town. No one knew who he was. They only k 37.9kReads8.8Score3kShelves
4. 154 天 Legends of the Young Hero 天骄侠影录 M White Horse Is Not a HorseM白马非马Eastern Fantasy446k WordsCompleted In the final years of the Southern Song dynasty, the realm is beset by turmoil. Dugu Qi and Dugu Ying are brothers from a small fishing village outside Cangzhou. They have different temperaments and fates. One wants only to live out his days in peace and find a secluded paradise where he can escape the world. The other cannot abide an ordinary life and is determined to rise above his station. One is devoted to love, longing to win one person's heart and grow old together, yet ultimately dies alo 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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5. 155 谓 The Legend of Wei Xia 谓侠传 Star-Chen Swordsman星宸剑客Eastern Fantasy2.5M WordsOngoing [Traditional Wuxia] [Not mindless] [Sword cultivator] [Ensemble cast in the martial world] The martial world may be old, but people’s hearts are cruel, and chivalrous heroes are hard to find. They say there are no heroes in this martial world. “Perhaps this world has grown a little filthy. There are too many things that should be settled with a sword!” Mo Xiao says, “Though my heart is troubled, this sword of mine should be wielded by them too. This sword is called Chivalry!” Mo Xiao simply beli 214Reads—Score—Shelves

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   *The Legend of the Swordsman* – A tale of chivalry and romance, a legend of the martial world! 🌸💪🌸Have you ever dreamed of becoming a chivalrous swordsman, upholding justice and seeking revenge? 🗡️ *The Legend of the Swordsman* is the martial arts world you've always longed for! This is a beautifully written traditional martial arts novel that will take you on a journey through the dangers and warmth of the martial world. 📖👨‍🎨Featuring two male protagonists, one a scholar and the other a warrior, both with courage and a tender heart, they are a perfect match. The scholarly protagonist is exceptionally talented, eloquent, and uses his wisdom to resolve conflicts in the martial world; the warrior protagonist is highly skilled in martial arts, brave and invincible, with his sword as his companion, protecting the justice in his heart. Together, they venture into the martial world, experiencing countless life-and-death trials, writing moving legends. 😢🌸In this martial world, chivalry and romance coexist. Not only are there intense battles with flashing swords, but also touching stories of tender affection. The two male protagonists in *The Legend of the Swordsman* perfectly embody the spirit of chivalry and tenderness, moving viewers to tears. 😭💥Come join the world of *The Legend of the Swordsman*! Let's experience the passion and romance of the martial arts world together, become the heroes of our own lives, and write our own legends! 💖

6. 156 穿 Transmigrating to the Martial World to Become the Sword God 穿越到武林世间当剑神 Listening to the Spring in the Quiet Woods幽林听泉语Eastern Fantasy84k WordsCompleted The demon clans of the Great Wilderness invaded in force, occupying all three thousand li of land in the northern desert. With the nation in peril and its lands in ruins, who says a young nobleman can only frequent brothels and drink wine? Jiang Baiyu, the greatest wastrel under heaven, gripped a three-foot sword and pointed it at the sky, slaying demons and vanquishing evil across the world. 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Unconventional martial arts novels

7. 157 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.

8. 158 恩 A World of Martial Arts and Vendettas 恩仇江湖 Wanderer of the Jianghu江湖浪者Eastern Fantasy418k WordsCompleted Set during the Yongle era, this is a fictional tale of the martial world. The story follows the protagonist Ouyang Xuanyuan’s quest for revenge, telling how he masters an extraordinary martial art and becomes embroiled in feuds with the Demon Cult, the Heavenly Sword Sect, the Blazing Flame Sect, and the imperial court. He grows stronger along the way, and after a life-and-de-death battle with the final villain, he and the heroine, Sanniang, at last withdraw from the world to live in seclusion. 28Reads—Score—Shelves
9. 159 宋 The Song of the Song Sword: Cold Moon, Chilly Stars 宋剑长歌之冷月寒星 Everlasting Autumn Lamp耿耿秋灯Eastern Fantasy214k WordsCompleted [Supernatural classical wuxia, no System, not xuanhuan, not high martial arts] Ye Xinghan, the Jade Sword scholar, is a man of quiet disposition. While searching for his senior brother, he becomes trapped in a haunted house and barely escapes with his life. Han Peng, a woodcutter in the mountains, accidentally saves an extraordinary martial artist, only to be targeted for murder. He leaves behind an orphaned girl, Han Yu. Entrusted with Han Yu's care at a critical moment, Ye Xinghan is drawn in 12Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Authentic Wuxia! A must-read high-quality Wuxia novel!! It's bound to be a hit sooner or later! You won't regret investing! The uglier the cover of "Song Jian Chang Ge: Cold Moon and Cold Star," the better the story! A touch of color is always welcome~ (This is the first book in the Song Jian Chang Ge series, out of five). The entire series boasts a grand world view, with many characters based on historical figures. Recommended rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Full marks!) Absolutely top-notch writing! A fusion of Wuxia, mystery, and romance! A groundbreaking work in the surreal Wuxia genre, embodying the pure flavor of the martial arts world! The scholar Ye Xinghan, a man of simple tastes, finds himself trapped in a haunted house while searching for his senior brother, narrowly escaping death. Han Peng, a woodcutter in the mountains, unintentionally saves a martial arts master, only to be killed in the process, leaving behind the orphaned Han Yu. Ye Xinghan is entrusted with taking care of Han Yu in a time of crisis, but he gets caught up in a battle in the martial arts world and becomes entangled in complicated love-hate relationships with Fang Yanjun, the successor of the senior master Fangcao, and Lan Yi, the successor of the Poison Flower... The tyrannical Golden Wind Hall, the treacherous Anywhere Door, open and covert struggles, Ye Xinghan walks on thin ice...

10. 160 灵 The Spirit-Flying Sutra 灵飞经 Feng Ge凤歌Historical1.1M WordsCompleted Liang Xiao is long gone, and Lu Jian has yet to be born. Le Zhiyang steps into the martial world. The Spirit Way Stone Fish and the Ming throne set both the martial world and the empire ablaze! In the twenty-seventh year of the Hongwu reign, the political situation has settled, and the realm belongs to Zhu Yuanzhang. But the martial world is still rife with competing factions. Many sects are dissatisfied with the Zhu dynasty and even covet the emperor's throne, leaving the realm awash in bloodsh 4.8kReads9.1Score699Shelves
11. 161 锦 The Brocade-Clad Spring and Autumn 锦衣春秋 Desert沙漠Historical4.8M WordsCompleted Steadfast as the earth, deep and unfathomable as a hidden treasury! The Ksitigarbha Scroll appears in the world, and the Golden Phoenix returns to the mortal realm. North and south vie for supremacy beneath layers of dark clouds. Treachery fills the imperial palace, while blood runs across the battlefield. With heaven and earth as the board and all living beings as pieces, heroes and beauties alike take part in an unprecedented game of strategy! 46Reads8.6Score—Shelves
12. 162 漠 Weary Travelers Across the Vast Rivers and Lakes 漠漠江湖皆倦客 Man from the Qinling Mountains秦岭中人Eastern Fantasy240k WordsOngoing Everyone says the martial world is wonderful, but who knows how it makes people grow old! Long Wenzhuo is the young leader of the martial arts alliance and has loved the martial world since childhood. But his father, Long Ru'an, knows how dangerous it is and doesn't want him caught up in it, so he orders him to give up martial arts and pursue a scholarly career. Though unwilling, Long Wenzhuo has no choice. In his spare time, he can only live out his dream of the martial world through books... 7Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A truly authentic martial arts novel, without cultivation, time travel, invincibility, or wish-fulfillment elements, faithfully recreating the traditional martial arts world. The author doesn't prioritize word count; each chapter strives for conciseness, making it a worthwhile read. The protagonist, full of passion, ventures into the martial world, only to find himself consumed by greed, ultimately ending up with nothing. Betrayed by friends and family, he becomes a weary wanderer. While described as a martial arts world, it reflects real life, ultimately leading to nothing. The story is full of twists and turns, with numerous plot reversals. There's nothing you won't see, only things you haven't imagined.

13. 163 昆 Kunlun: The Iron-Blooded Hero 昆仑前传：铁血天骄 Feng Ge凤歌Eastern Fantasy137k WordsCompleted In the final years of the Southern Song, Mongol armies invaded the south in force. To escape conscription by the Mongols, the young Liang Wenjing and his father, Liang Tiande, fled to Sichuan, where they happened upon the assassination of the Prince of Huai’an, a staunch supporter of war against the Mongols. Since Liang Wenjing looked remarkably like the prince, Bai Pu, a strategist at the Prince of Huai’an’s residence, forced him to take the prince’s place and lead the Song army against the Mon 1.2kReads9.7Score331Shelves
14. 164 青 The Legend of the Azure Dragon 青冥蟠龙传 Wu Xuanqing吴玄卿Eastern Fantasy243k WordsCompleted The Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period (907–979) was one of the most chaotic eras in Chinese history, a time when military strongmen ruled and rival powers rose on every side, rife with war, intrigue, betrayal, and fleeting loyalty! The Legend of the Azure Dragon tells the story of Chai Yanzhao and Li Zhongqing, whose extraordinary journey through this turbulent age explores family and country, honor, trust, and the pursuit of their ideals. 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It's wonderful! The writing is excellent; it's very moving.

15. 165 从 Gaining a Villain's Legacy, Starting with Detective Di Renjie 从神探狄仁杰开始获得反派传承 War God Who Loves Fine Food爱吃美食的武神Mystery1.6M WordsCompleted Bai Yunfei is at home watching TV, tuned to Detective Di Renjie. When he sees Hu Jinghui die, he can't help feeling that Hu Jinghui deserved better. He had peerless martial arts, yet fell for a woman like Li Qingxia. What a tragedy! That night, Bai Yunfei is taken away by the System in his sleep because his obsession runs too deep. Thus begins his journey through other worlds, experiencing different lives. With a different position in each world, he sees more and makes choices unlike the ones he 187Reads6.8Score—Shelves
16. 166 武 Martial Arts World: Transcending the Sword Dao to Cultivate the Immortal Dao 武侠世界：超越剑道修仙道 Yushen Ye雨神夜Eastern Fantasy174k WordsOngoing [Coming-of-Age + Enlightenment + Creating Original Martial Arts + Swordsmanship + Immortal Arts in the Later Stages] In this world, swordsmanship now reigns supreme. The five great sword clans dominate the land. Magic begins to flourish in Qimen of the Northern Desert. Xie Yunshu, a wastrel fleeing the Xie family, one of the great sword clans, changes his name to Yunshang and hides in the Northern Desert. As he stirs up turmoil across the land, a new era of magic begins. 8Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Pure martial arts. A good story goes well with wine.

17. 167 我 I'm Li Yuanfang, and I Get the Iron Hand Gang from the Start 我叫李元芳，开局签到铁手团 War God Who Loves Fine Food爱吃美食的武神Male-Channel Fanfiction276k WordsCompleted The Judge Dee Mysteries never gets old, no matter how many times I watch it! Especially since my name is Li Yuanfang too, which makes it incredibly easy to get immersed. After saving someone, I unexpectedly transmigrated to another world. From the start, I got a sign-in reward from the Iron Hand Gang, and so began my carefree adventures in another realm. First world: The Mischievous Princess Second world: Strange Tales of the Tang Dynasty 9Reads—Score—Shelves
18. 168 雪 Frost Beneath the Snow 雪中青霜寒 A Lone Shadow and a Lamp in the Jianghu江湖孤影一点灯Eastern Fantasy389k WordsCompleted [Multiple storylines laid out in advance] [No System] [Ensemble cast from the martial world and the imperial court] [Wuxia] I have a sword that can slay the Azure Dragon in the imperial capital and reach up to the Ninth Heaven to seize the blue firmament. Li Hanshan, an unparalleled sword genius, flashed across the martial world like a shooting star before disappearing after a battle in the imperial capital. Years later, Yue Lingyun, heir to the Prince of Han's estate, travels the martial world 73Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Pure martial arts, gradually reaching the pinnacle of swordsmanship.

19. 169 铸 The Swordsmith: My Blade Can Cut the Moonlight 铸刀师：我这一把可斩月光 Yushen Ye雨神夜20k WordsCompleted Swordsmith: This blade of mine can cleave moonlight 1Reads—Score—Shelves
20. 170 穿 Transmigrating to a World of Martial Arts: I Bring The Outcast's Techniques to Cultivate Immortality 穿越高武：带一人之下功法去修仙 The Silent Old Donkey静默老驴Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsOngoing In a mysterious world of high martial arts, Xiao Chen transmigrated here by accident, only to find that the Myriad Heavens Inheritance System was badly damaged. Fortunately, he obtained the complete inheritance of The Outcast. In pursuit of his ultimate dream of immortality, the first thing he exchanged for was the Six Treasury Immortal Thief. Using Qi-State Origin-Flow as his foundation, Xiao Chen gradually integrated all kinds of extraordinary arts, including Twin Hands, Feng Hou Qimen, Heave 517Reads6.1Score—Shelves
21. 171 武 Old Tales of the Martial World: The Jade-Faced Tiger 武林旧事·玉面虎 Yushen Ye雨神夜9k WordsCompleted Old Tales of the Martial World: The Jade-Faced Tiger 6Reads—Score—Shelves
22. 172 倚 The Legend of Junxiang: A Prequel to The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber, Part 2 倚天前传之君襄风云录2 The Tired-Headed Youngster费头青年Male-Channel Fanfiction523k WordsOngoing Another work by the author of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber: The Ming Cult's Revenge. [The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber] [The Legend of the Condor Heroes] [The Return of the Condor Heroes] [Wuxia] [System] [Transmigration] [Jin Yong fan fiction] This isn't a wish-fulfillment story about seducing other men's wives and taking in one's master's wife or junior sister. Xiangyang falls, and Guo Jing and Huang Rong die. On Mount Emei, the “Little Eastern Heretic” Guo Xiang uses her sword as a brus 10kReads8.7Score541Shelves

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    At the end of The Return of the Condor Heroes, Guo Xiang watched Yang Guo and his wife's departing figures with tears streaming down her face. A hundred years later, the disciples of Emei all took "Extinction" as their name. This transformation from "obsession" to "resoluteness" is given the most heart-wrenching answer in "The Legend of Guo Xiang 2: The Legend of Guo Xiang".

23. 173 开 A Knife from the Start 开局就送一把刀 The Green Mountains Never Grow Old青山不见老Eastern Fantasy430k WordsOngoing Watch as the young Qi Xiao carves his name into legend with a single blade on the path of the jianghu. 7Reads—Score—Shelves

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    You can check out mine; don't be misled by the title, it's a pure martial arts novel.

24. 174 夜 Chronicles of the Xiaoxiang Night Rain 夜雨潇湘记 I Waited Until Autumn我望穿秋水Eastern Fantasy101k WordsCompleted The Xiang River flows on, but when will the grudges and feuds of the martial world finally pass like running water? Bloodshed and violence follow people everywhere. Even if you are a legendary hero, how can you escape the fate of this world? See how a single long sword travels to the ends of the earth! 17Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Pure martial arts, no cultivation of immortality, absolutely fulfilling your fantasies about martial arts.

25. 175 江 The Jianghu Executioner 江湖劫命人 Half a Cup at a Time一次半杯Eastern Fantasy110k WordsOngoing The martial world is a blood-soaked hell, where survival depends on the edge of a blade. Wang Mu, a lone-wolf hunter, is cold and merciless, living off bounties offered by the authorities. On a rainy night at a temple, he feigns weakness and strikes back; in a rocky ravine, he fights his enemies in a pool of blood. Every moment is a test of life and death. With the System's help, he hones his martial skills for one purpose: to stay alive. His heart is closed off, with only a lingering concern fo —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Wuxia, subverting conventions

26. 176 北 Little Ying, the Northern Hero 北侠小影 General Li将军李Ancient Romance665k WordsOngoing A traditional wuxia novel with no romance or fantasy. Chen Shuozhen begins with a quest for revenge, goes on to search for treasure, and ultimately establishes herself as an empress. Wu Zetian, portrayed with her true character!!!!!! 4Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Wuxia novels

27. 177 这 Is This Really the Jianghu? 这也是江湖？ Boring Comb无聊的梳子Eastern Fantasy586k WordsOngoing New book: The Inn That's Always on the Verge of Going Under. Why spend all day fighting and killing? Wouldn't it be better to farm and run an inn? A bedtime story made just for Chinese readers. Enjoy the story, get some good sleep, and good night, mwah~ Pure wuxia. No brainless plot, no System, one female lead, a coming-of-age story set in an alternate history. In the final years of the Xuan Dynasty, the times are turbulent. Rebels and insurgents rise within the realm, while foreign invaders th 148Reads7.1Score—Shelves

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    Pure martial arts, ensemble cast

28. 178 唐 Tang Sect: The World United 唐门风云之天下归一 Silver-Haired Akagi银发赤木Ancient Romance7k WordsCompleted Tang Sect: All Under Heaven United 2Reads—Score—Shelves
29. 179 鹰 Eagle Claw Sect 鹰爪门 Dreams Leave No Trace梦醒无痕Eastern Fantasy601k WordsCompleted Wang Zhengyang, a disciple of the Eagle Claw Sect, finds himself swept up in the martial world the moment he enters it. He never gives up in the face of adversity, and despite enduring countless hardships, his courage and integrity eventually make him a grandmaster of his generation! As the saying goes: “The eagle spreads its wings and soars across the sky. How could it tolerate petty villains below? Slay serpents and dragons, ride the winds away, and leave neither fame nor merit behind!” 433Reads6.5Score—Shelves

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    Authentic martial arts is here, handsome guys and beautiful girls! [Kiss][Follow me][Shy] Synopsis: Wang Zhengyang, a disciple of the Eagle Claw Sect, enters the martial arts world against his will. Despite adversity, he perseveres and, through countless hardships, relies on his unwavering courage and integrity to become a grandmaster! As the saying goes: An eagle soars through the sky, looking down upon petty villains with utter defiance. He vanquishes snakes and dragons, riding the wind to his doom, leaving no trace of fame or glory!

30. 180 情 The Sentimental Sword and the Martial World 情剑江湖 Young Master Yun Xuan云轩公子Eastern Fantasy1.5M WordsCompleted Born into what should have been a prominent family, He was forced by vengeance to enter Shaolin. A fortuitous encounter brought him peerless power, And led him into both the imperial court and the jianghu. Love, hate, and revenge are the unchanging refrain of the jianghu; what changes are the people who devote their lives to them. In the jianghu, you have no choice but to go with the flow. In the imperial court, you are like a companion to a tiger. See how the protagonist stands proudly in the h 7.3kReads8.7Score513Shelves

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    These four books 1. Novels that cover the entire life from childhood to adulthood. 2. A martial arts novel that perfectly captures the spirit of youth. 3. Possesses the style of Jin Yong, the grandmaster of martial arts fiction. 4. Her literary talent is as delightful as a beautiful woman's smile.

31. 181 江 A Chronicle of Jianghu Romance, Feuds, and Revenge 江湖风月恩仇录 Xiao Xuesheng萧雪圣Eastern Fantasy80k WordsCompleted A martial arts novel, written in an accessible style that’s easy to follow. There are no long, drawn-out fight scenes, so read with confidence. Stick with it through the first three chapters, and you’re sure to find a pleasant surprise. The plot is intricate, full of twists and turns, and fast-paced, with no dragging things out. It mainly follows the story of Chen Qinglin. When he is young, villains murder his parents. After a series of strange adventures, he learns powerful martial arts and set 10Reads—Score—Shelves
32. 182 唐 Tang Sect Turmoil: The Sword of Immortality 唐门风云之长生剑 Silver-Haired Akagi银发赤木8k WordsCompleted The Tang Sect Chronicles: The Sword of Longevity —Reads—Score—Shelves
33. 183 狂 Mad Monk 狂僧 Ancient Scorpion古蝎Eastern Fantasy488k WordsCompleted A monk's heart is empty, and the Demon Palace trembles. He grips a vajra blade. Who dares toy with him? If you turn inward, your raging heart will at once grow still. When the Zen sage arrives, all Buddhas vanish! Buddhist precepts? To this little monk, they're nothing but passing clouds. Watch how this mad monk pierces the layers of fog in a chaotic age, turns the tide, and becomes a grand patriarch of Zen! 450Reads8.6Score102Shelves

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    These four books are a must!!! [1] Having witnessed the myriad aspects of life and the equality of all beings, it is not that retribution will not come, but rather that it has not yet arrived. [2] Many times better than fantasy cultivation time travel stories. [3] It depicts the treacherous nature of the martial arts world, the kindness of human nature, and the ruthless exploitation of others. [4] Gu Long's martial arts novels are mostly fantastical.

34. 184 剑 Sword Void 剑虚 Drunk and Regretful in the Mortal World醉悔红尘Eastern Fantasy1.4M WordsCompleted A young man steps into the martial world for the first time. He likes to mistake irreverence for carefree abandon, and chew up his sorrow before swallowing it, savoring it like a rare delicacy. The martial world is not so vast, the imperial court not so imposing. How far can a wandering hero get on horseback? As the saying goes: only here in this youthful martial world do we yearn to roam the world freely, seizing our youth to settle old scores, with a swift sword and a fast horse. With the mort 26Reads5.4Score—Shelves
35. 185 江 Werewolf in the Martial World: From Outsider to Mastermind 江湖狼人杀，从局外到主宰 Tai Moshen太末生Eastern Fantasy1.1M WordsCompleted Qin Xiaolang, the greatest assassin under heaven and teacher of the Thirteen Wolves of Hentian, believes the highest level of killing is not to kill. Lord Hentian believes it is to stop killing with killing, while Yinlang, the youngest of the Thirteen Wolves, believes it is to kill no one and seek redemption. The jianghu is treacherous, and its warriors live by the blade. Different beliefs lead to different ends. What will become of Yinlang? (No System, no brainless antics, pure wuxia.) 39Reads8.3Score—Shelves

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    Pure martial arts, the highest level of assassins

36. 186 笑 The Smiling, Proud Wanderer: I Am Yue Buqun 笑傲江湖：我是岳不群 Elephant Riding a Mango骑芒果的大象34k WordsCompleted The Smiling, Proud Wanderer: I'm Yue Buqun 788Reads—Score—Shelves
37. 187 唐 Tang Sect: The Golden Buddha of the Desert 唐门风云之大漠金佛 Silver-Haired Akagi银发赤木8k WordsCompleted Tang Sect: Golden Buddha of the Desert —Reads—Score—Shelves
38. 188 赤 Crimson Blood Sword 赤血剑 The Kid's Mom小孩他妈Eastern Fantasy806k WordsCompleted Ten years ago, a Blood-red Yin-Yang Sword set off a massacre at the border. General Peng Zhenyue and his wife, along with the five tiger generals under his command, were killed or forced to flee overnight. Ten years later, Peng Zhenyue's twin children, Xinping and Xin'an, enter the martial arts world. Each does their part to clear their father's name. Ten years apart, with death between them: How will the twin siblings meet? How will they recognize each other? Will their love find a happy ending 308Reads8.7Score—Shelves
39. 189 唐 Tang Sect: The Asura Arena 唐门风云之修罗场 Silver-Haired Akagi银发赤木8k WordsCompleted Tang Clan Chronicles: The Asura Arena —Reads—Score—Shelves
40. 190 天 Lone Blade at the Edge of the World 天涯孤刀 Leng Liansheng冷炼笙Eastern Fantasy1.2M WordsCompleted A boy who grew up among piles of corpses in the Valley of the Dead embarks on an irreversible path of revenge. Through one bloody battle after another, he transforms, like a lonely wanderer roaming the ends of the earth in search of the one hope that keeps him alive. He says his heart is dead and his blood has gone cold, yet he falls helplessly in love with a woman who can never give him a promise, but will change his life forever… He has few friends, but he is always ready to stand by th 979Reads8.7Score124Shelves
41. 191 一 A Sword Across Chang'an 一剑长安 Li Jiatu's Cat嘉图李的猫Eastern Fantasy6.4M WordsCompleted The curtain rises. Behold the jianghu, where blades flash and old grudges and passions run deep. Behold the young wanderers, full of spirit and ambition; Behold the aged and frail, still every bit as dignified; Behold the wild scholars, free of all restraint! I have a sword that journeys to Chang'an, bringing lasting peace to the realm! Ladies and gentlemen, now… behold! 6Reads5.8Score—Shelves
42. 192 残 The Azure Blade Chronicles of the Late Tang 残唐青锋录 Wu Xuanqing吴玄卿Historical179k WordsOngoing Historical setting: From the Tianfu era of Emperor Zhaozong of Tang (901) to the first year of Kaiping under the Later Liang (907). Regional warlords vie for power, and Zhu Wen usurps the Tang dynasty. Core plot: The former dynasty’s imperial jade seal, the Heavenly Mandate Treasure Mirror, resurfaces in the martial world, sparking a struggle among rival factions. Dou Yanfeng must fulfill his family’s mission and protect the national treasure, while Huangfu Che is drawn into the conflict as he 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A truly authentic traditional historical martial arts story!! Highly recommended!

43. 193 唐 Tang Sect: Clouds over the Capital 唐门风云之京城烟云 Silver-Haired Akagi银发赤木7k WordsCompleted Tang Clan Chronicles: Mist Over the Capital —Reads—Score—Shelves
44. 194 美 Beauty Like a Flower, Blade Like the Wind 美人如花刀如风 Blue Moon Gray Wolf蓝月苍狼Eastern Fantasy1.2M WordsCompleted Martial Arts, Humor, Historical Romance, No System, No Levels, No Transmigration When I enter the world, all things crumble; heaven and earth change color, and plants and trees mourn. Rivers groan, mountains tremble, and the tides of the world fall to my generation. A sweeping story, beautiful prose, an intricate structure, airtight logic, twists and turns, vivid characters, clever characters, and every mystery resolved! Song Qiutong’s cleverness and beauty, Mu Sha’s gentle charm, Tang Yingyi 550Reads—Score109Shelves

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    "Entering this world, all things crumble; heaven and earth change color, grass and trees weep. Rivers sob, mountains tremble; the winds of change sweep over us." The best martial arts novel since *The Deer and the Cauldron*, bar none. Grand narrative, beautiful writing, ingenious structure, rigorous logic, dramatic plot, vivid characters, intelligent characters, and every plot hole is filled! Song Qiutong's intelligence and brilliance, Mu Sha's gentle charm, Tang Yingying's unwavering devotion, Qin Hongshan's passionate exuberance, Wanyan Jingjing's pure innocence, Bao Le'er's overwhelming wealth, Wang Xinxin's passionate love and hate, Anahita's exotic allure, Li Chengmei's mature charm… Every girl is fleshed out, with a distinct personality. Not a mindless wish-fulfillment novel; every plot point stands up to scrutiny. No clichés, no repetitive scenarios. Zhu Yifei lost his family in childhood, and later was falsely accused of betraying his master and ancestors, blinded by poison, and left in a vegetative state… Trapped in this hellish situation, how will he break free? The early stages are slightly slow-paced to lay the groundwork for the plot, but the later stages accelerate at lightning speed, making it incredibly exciting! The language is witty and humorous, with frequent sudden shifts in tone, so readers should be prepared! What are you waiting for? Let's go! [Add to bookshelf]

45. 195 山 The Sword Qi Ballad of Mountains and Rivers 山河剑气歌 Wu Xuanqing吴玄卿Eastern Fantasy482k WordsCompleted The Jingkang Catastrophe tears the land apart and stains rivers and mountains with blood. Lu Huaizhen, a young swordsman burdened with a blood feud and half of a mysterious jade token, is swept into the whirlpool of the Song-Jin standoff and the conflicts of the martial world. As he searches for the truth, he faces the question, “Is martial arts meant for killing or for protecting?” He struggles to choose between family vengeance, national hatred, and the limits of chivalry. From the ferocity of 3Reads7.2Score—Shelves
46. 196 小 The Flying Dagger of Li's Black Robe 小李飞刀玄衣行 Winter Fox冬天的火狐Male-Channel Fanfiction2.4M WordsOngoing When the Black Robes appear, a hundred killings shake the land. Cheng Jian'an dies suddenly and is reborn as Li Xunhuan's younger brother. With a family background boasting seven jinshi scholars in one generation and three top-ranked candidates across father and sons, it's no surprise he gets spoiled into a complete brat. Then he roams the martial world, becoming a government "hound" and causing trouble without a care in the world. Well, this is the story of a brat turning the whole world upside 9Reads6.2Score—Shelves
47. 197 唐 Tang Sect: The Ghost Ship Banquet 唐门风云之鬼舟船宴 Silver-Haired Akagi银发赤木7k WordsCompleted Tang Clan Chronicles: The Ghost Ship Banquet —Reads—Score—Shelves
48. 198 参 The Record of Crossing the Dusty World by Boat 参舟渡尘录 Old Dog from the East Gate东门老狗啊Eastern Fantasy279k WordsOngoing The martial arts of the world are a mirror of the heart. But what about Lu Jinghe? He's just a shopkeeper selling paper offerings. When he was seventeen, his father disappeared, leaving behind only a two-hundred-year-old account book. Later, when the paper shop burned down, he learned the truth: It wasn't an account book at all. It was the Chart of the Hidden Boat, concealing the dynasty's secrets and the world's greatest treasure. The problem was, the book was gone. And to make matters worse, h 44Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Traditional style, not wish-fulfillment story.

49. 199 残 Blood Chronicles of the Setting Sun 残阳血记 Wu Xuanqing吴玄卿Eastern Fantasy318k WordsOngoing On the bloody night of 1644, Yan Xuanfeng, a Jinyiwei officer, detonated explosives and died for his country. His loyal servant fled south with the orphan and entrusted the swaddled baby Yan Hengyun to Wudang. The child carried three sparks vital to Chinese civilization: the Sunset Sword, the Star-Pattern Compass, and a sheepskin map. Yan Hengyun grew up on Wudang Mountain. At fourteen, he descended the mountain and roamed the martial world under the name Lingyun. He befriended Bai Wugou, Mu Qi —Reads—Score—Shelves
50. 200 唐 Tang Sect: Peacock Plume 唐门风云之孔雀翎 Silver-Haired Akagi银发赤木9k WordsCompleted Tang Clan Chronicles: The Peacock Plume —Reads—Score—Shelves

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