Please, Novels Set in the Northern Song Dynasty 跪求北宋的小说

1. 51 北 Tales of the Netherworld in the Northern Song Dynasty [Book 3] 北宋幽冥录【第3部】 The Little Taoist Nun of the Great Song大宋小道姑Fantastical Romance190k WordsCompleted One scroll of Along the River During the Qingming Festival, filled with the dreams of Bianjing in the Eastern Capital. In Bianjing, the Eastern Capital of the Great Song, at the Li trigram of the Qian Kun Bagua in Jieshen Lane, stands the Qiyun Tower. Within it are a gentle, warm-hearted proprietor, a charming and dainty maid, and a handsome, steady bookkeeper, along with three visitors from the mortal realm who came from the ancient Kunlun Mountains. Why did they come? The seven emotions and si 94Reads—Score—14d adds

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   I highly recommend *The Records of the Northern Song Dynasty's Underworld*. Based on meticulous historical research and delicate descriptions of local customs and traditions, it constructs a narrative world that connects the mortal and the underworld, blending historical fact with philosophical reflection, through a series of independent yet interconnected tales of the supernatural. It weaves a magnificent panorama of Northern Song life. Opening the book is like unfolding a three-dimensional *Along the River During the Qingming Festival* scroll, with the splendor and mystery of Bianjing (Kaifeng) flowing between the lines!

2. 52 北 Chronicles of the Northern Song’s Underworld, Part 2 北宋幽冥录【第2部】 The Little Taoist Nun of the Great Song大宋小道姑Ancient Romance173k WordsCompleted A scroll of Along the River During the Qingming Festival, every page filled with the splendor of Tokyo in its golden age. In Great Song’s Tokyo, at the Bagua trigram of Li in Jieshen Alley, stands the Qiyun Tower. Inside are a warm and gentle proprietress, a charming and delicate maid, and a handsome, composed bookkeeper. The three are visitors to the mortal world, come from the ancient Kunlun Mountains. Why have they come? The seven emotions and six desires, the affairs of heart and body, the t 475Reads—Score14414d adds
3. 53 水 Water Margin: I Became Wu Dalang from the Start 水浒之开局成了武大郎 Words Breathe文字呼吸Historical1.3M WordsCompleted After a car accident, Wu Da, a PhD in history, discovers that he has transmigrated into the world of Water Margin. And he’s become Wu Dalang! From the start, Pan Jinlian is feeding him medicine, but Wu Da takes her virginity first and transforms into the most handsome man under heaven! He kills Ximen Qing, bathing the Mandarin Duck Tower in blood! He brings the 108 heroes of the Heavenly Spirits and Earthly Fiends to heel, pacifies the Liao, campaigns against Fang La, and wipes out the Jin army! 1.1kReads8.2Score10314d adds
4. 54 霸 Tyrant Song: I, the Liangshan Stronghold Chief, Will Restore China! 霸宋：我，梁山寨主，匡扶华夏！ Shiyi Lu十一露Historical2.5M WordsCompleted Wang Tie, a modern-day veteran special forces soldier, unexpectedly transmigrates as the son of Wang Lun, the first leader of the Water Margin stronghold. What? Lin Chong is going to kill Wang Lun tomorrow. Is his life as good as over? He’s a seasoned special forces soldier, armed with all sorts of survival skills and intimate knowledge of the Water Margin plot. How could he possibly die on the spot? He recruits Lin Chong, takes over as leader, kills Chao Gai, outmaneuvers Song Jiang, and stockp 8kReads8.9Score64814d adds
5. 55 夺 Seizing the Song Dynasty: Even the Water Margin Heroes Can Become Kings 夺宋：水浒也称王 A Glance Back Amid Ten Thousand People万人丛中一回首Historical2.5M WordsCompleted Wang Lun unexpectedly transmigrates into the world of Water Margin, becoming the first leader of Liangshan Marsh, the White-Clad Scholar who shares his name. The emperor, a debauched monarch and self-proclaimed Daoist, has traded his dragon throne for a bed of pleasure. The Four Great Villains wreak havoc at court, the common people live in misery, and the Jurchens to the north eye the land like tigers stalking their prey. Wang Lun: “This weak Song dynasty isn't worth saving!” Lu Zhishen: “The w 18.4kReads8.8Score1.6k14d adds
6. 56 水 Water Margin: Reborn, Who'd Still Accept an Imperial Pardon? 水浒：都重生了，谁还招安啊！ Han Yu寒羽Historical3.3M WordsCompleted Trade height for insight from the start! Ren Yuan transmigrates into a minor character in Water Margin, determined to forge his own legend in the martial world at the end of the Northern Song dynasty! Wherever the banners of the Liangshan army fly, the land belongs to the Han people! I’ll save the people the Great Song won’t save, and fight the enemies the Great Song won’t dare to fight! Jin Wushu: Ren Yuan, stay away from me! 66.5kReads9.1Score5.3k14d adds
7. 57 水 The Water Margin's Live-In Son-in-Law: Darling, Shall We Rebel? 水浒赘婿：娘子，我们反了吧！ My Kidneys Hurt肾可疼Historical1.2M WordsCompleted Wang Teng wakes up to find he's transmigrated into the world of Water Margin and become the son-in-law of the Hu family manor. The Liangshan forces are attacking the Zhu family manor. With the Zhu family in danger, the Hu family manor is in peril too. At this critical moment, the System awakens, and the Eighteen Riders of Yanyun arrive. From then on, he drives back Liangshan, slays its heroes, destroys the Jin and the Liao, and restores the Han realm. 7.3kReads8.4Score52614d adds
8. 58 江 The Empire and the Beauty? I Want Both 江山美人？我都要 You Ning Sang攸宁桑Historical145k WordsOngoing Zhu Su, up late organizing files, unexpectedly transmigrates to the Northern Song Dynasty. With solid historical knowledge, a photographic memory, and extraordinary insight, he becomes the top scholar and marries a princess dowager... only to discover that this world has not only a treacherous imperial court, but also the fierce martial world of Tianlong. With his talents in both civil and military affairs, Zhu Su becomes peerless across the land, averts the Jingkang Disaster, and wins the heart 10Reads—Score—14d adds

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   A child prodigy from a young age, possessing a photographic memory, he participated in the imperial examinations at the age of three, passing each stage with flying colors. He started as a prodigy, then achieved the highest rank in the examinations, eventually becoming the top scholar (Zhuangyuan). His exceptional talent and good looks caught the emperor's eye, and he was surrounded by beautiful wives and concubines, even marrying a concubine. However, one day, he noticed that the people and events around him were strikingly similar to the world of "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" from his memories, realizing he had transmigrated into this martial arts world—a world he couldn't afford to miss!

9. 59 诸 The Great Ming of the Myriad Realms’ Myths 诸天神话大明 You Ning Sang攸宁桑Historical253k WordsOngoing Good news: I've become the future emperor of the Ming Dynasty. Bad news: I've become Zhu Youjian, the emperor at the end of the Ming Dynasty. Wait, there's something wrong with this Ming Dynasty! This isn't the Ming Dynasty of two capitals and thirteen provinces. This is a Ming Empire on which the sun never sets. Just as I use my foresight to make the Ming great again, my golden finger arrives. "Ding!" The System is officially starting. It turns out this is only the beginning... 13Reads—Score—14d adds
10. 60 宋 The History of the Song Dynasty Is No Mere Smoke 宋史并不如烟 Sincere Scholar真心书生Historical2.0M WordsCompleted Open this book, The Song Dynasty: A History That Still Lives, and you will immediately shed the sense of distance that comes with “reading history,” stepping straight into the elegant yet impassioned world of the Northern and Southern Song. Open this book, The Song Dynasty: A History That Still Lives, and you will see Zhao Kuangyin receiving the imperial yellow robe at Chenqiao Station, the morning frost still on his fingertips and hopes for good governance in his eyes. Open this book, The Son 18Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Not only in the Northern Song Dynasty, but also in the Southern Song Dynasty.

11. 61 水 Water Margin: Starting with Lin Chong, I’ll Reshape the World 水浒：从林冲开始改天换地 Six-Yuan Pan-Fried Buns六卖生煎Historical1.4M WordsCompleted Transmigrated into Lin Chong? Why the hell should I keep putting up with things? There's no way I'm going to be a pushover. If someone wrongs me, I'll get even immediately. I launch a fierce path of revenge right from the Wild Boar Forest, fight my way back to Dongjing, kill Gao Yanei with my own hands, and rescue my wife! I fight my way out of Dongjing, then take over Liangshan and rule the region. I gather heroes and outstanding men from across the land, make Gao Qiu weep and Tong Guan choke w 5kReads8.3Score43814d adds

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    Feel free to criticize if you don't like it, I'm the author! [Smirking][smirking][smirking]

12. 62 重 Reborn as Emperor Zhezong of Song: From Puppet to Power Player 重生宋哲宗：从傀儡开始逆袭 Sesame Oil With Oyster Sauce香油加耗油Historical346k WordsOngoing In the eighth year of Yuanyou, Empress Dowager Gao died. Zhao Xu, Emperor Zhezong of Song, finally took power after eight years under her thumb. At court, the Old Party was entrenched. On the borders, Western Xia watched like a tiger ready to pounce. Everyone was waiting to see the young emperor make a fool of himself. But no one knew that his soul came from a distant future. He renamed the era Shaosheng, recalled Zhang Dun, purged the Old Party of Yuanyou, and restored the New Policies. At the 799Reads8.4Score—14d adds

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    It's from the Northern Song Dynasty, and it's not about mindless fun.

13. 63 大 The Song Dynasty Textile Worker 大宋纺织工 Revised Version修正版Historical1.6M WordsOngoing This story takes place in an era very much like the historical Northern Song dynasty. Its physical world is also very similar to Earth as readers know it, composed of the elements on the periodic table. There is no spiritual energy and no ghosts. The only invisible thing is electricity. The protagonist’s golden finger is the ability to gain knowledge, though he needs some kind of medium to obtain it. This is a story with multiple female characters. It explores feelings, but not romance. There is 731Reads—Score6714d adds

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    Regarding the Northern Song Dynasty, there is no systematic approach; it only mentions science books and how to seek resources, such as going out to find manganese mines.

14. 64 水 Water Margin: More Children, More Blessings, Winning Heroes and the Realm 水浒多子多福收好汉争霸 Stop Making Up Names for Me乱给我起名Historical225k WordsCompleted [More Children, More Blessings] [Recruiting Water Margin Heroes] [Conquest on the Battlefield] Emperor Huizong of Song: Make him a prince? And throw in a princess, too? Li Zhu: Boss, I’m a strategist. Why do you keep making me lead troops? Wen Huanzhang: Some pig just trampled my precious little cabbage? Emperor of Liao: I just took the throne, and Yanjing is already gone! Wanyan Zonghan: This kid’s ruthless! Wanyan Zongwang: He’s not playing by the rules. This is so unfair! Wanyan Wushu: Forget 1.1kReads6.2Score10514d adds

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    Officially approved historical fantasy novel → Multiple female protagonists → Cavalry battles → Capital established in Ili!! No system → No airplanes or cannons → Cold weapon combat → Strategic planning → Tactical battles → Sneaky ambushes

15. 65 水 Water Margin: I Take Over Shi Jin’s Body and Get a Head Start at the Shi Estate 水浒：魂穿史进，史家庄截胡开局 Clothed in Plain Robes, Listening to Autumn布衣听秋Historical480k WordsOngoing I transmigrated into Shi Jin, and from the start I was supposed to be forced into taking to Mount Shaohua? Not a chance. I woke up to find myself in Shi Jin's body. The government troops were surrounding the estate, and the family fortune was nearly gone. In the original story, this guy burns down the estate, becomes an outlaw, and heads for Mount Shaohua. Not me. I saved the estate, got my golden finger, and started recruiting heroes too. Lu Zhishen, Lin Chong, Wu Song: I won't let a single on 207Reads—Score—14d adds

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    I'd like to recommend a new book. It's about a soul transmigrating into the body of Shi Jin, seeking redress for lingering grievances, recruiting true brothers, and vying for supremacy to establish a new order. I've been following it and it's alright. Interested readers can discuss it in the comments.

16. 66 稗 The Song Dynasty Rebel 稗宋反骨仔 Horse In The Clouds云中马Historical665k WordsOngoing Fan Xiwen, known as the Demon, transmigrates to the Song Dynasty with a modern way of thinking. If something bothers him, he takes action! His family, scholars, people of the martial world, merchants, the scholar-official class, monks, and everyone else gradually come to despise him. He becomes the enemy of the entire world. And yet no one can take him down! Because he knows how to cozy up to powerful people! Princes, the Emperor, Sister Shishi, little princesses, eunuchs, officials… Please, 5Reads—Score—14d adds

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    It gets more and more exciting as it goes on!

17. 67 人 In Water Margin, I Seize Liangshan and Fight for the Realm 人在水浒，抢梁山，争天下 Young Master of Nine Years九年公子Historical1.9M WordsCompleted [Water Margin]+ [Dang Kou Zhi]+ [Meiben]+ [Invincible]+ [Northern Song] I unexpectedly transmigrated into the great Water Margin world. Have I become Shi Wengong? Su Ding: “Big brother, Zengtou City is recruiting troops and horses. With our abilities, there's no reason we can't achieve great things!” Shi Wengong: “I'm not going! They're just spies from the Jin Kingdom. Why should we serve them? Come with me to Liangshan!” From the start, I set off to roam the Northern Song with Su Ding. Dongjing 2.9kReads7.1Score21814d adds
18. 68 逆 Defying Fate as Song Jiang: Rewriting Water Margin in the Northern Song 逆命宋公明：我在北宋改写水浒 Street Punk Fourth Brother地痞四哥Historical318k WordsCompleted In the first year of the Xuanhe era, at the execution grounds in Jiangzhou, I, Lin Yu, transmigrate into the body of Song Jiang, who is awaiting execution. The original story's poisoned-wine ending? The farce of accepting amnesty? Not a chance! I tear up the draft of the rebellious poem at Xunyang Tower and clear my name in a battle of wits with Huang Wenbing. At Shijiu Ferry, I set an ice-trap formation and defeat Huyan Zhuo's linked cavalry. Liangshan is no longer a den of bandits, but a fortr 9Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The first two volumes of Tomato Novels have been released. From the deadlock in Xunyang to the suppression of the rebellion in Jiangnan, from the gathering of heroes in Liangshan to the training of soldiers in the northern frontier, the plot is compact and fast-paced, with both political intrigue and passion, and history and exciting moments. Come and follow the updates to see how Lin Yu leads the heroes of Liangshan to carve out a different path to survival in the chaotic world at the end of the Northern Song Dynasty!

19. 69 莽 Chronicles of the Wilds 莽丛记 Wang Hu王胡Historical386k WordsCompleted [Wuxia chivalry + the nation in peril + torn between loyalty and righteousness + a tragic song of a turbulent age] The first volume of The Record of the Wilds, winner of the Best Long-Form Book Award at Legends Ancient and Modern, is set amid the Song-Jin wars and paints a vivid portrait of ordinary people caught up in the tides of history. It captures the essence of classical storytelling without sacrificing dramatic force: the wandering swordsman Yan Sheng rescues a secret envoy and obtains a 449Reads9.5Score—14d adds

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    Few understand my music; when the strings break, who will listen?

20. 70 当 When a Keyboard Warrior Reincarnates as Pan Jinlian 当键盘侠穿成潘金莲后 Tsinghua Peking Nanjing University Student清华北大南大ny学子Female-Channel Fanfiction9k WordsCompleted When a keyboard warrior transmigrates into Pan Jinlian 3Reads—Score114d adds

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    The story of keyboard warriors who criticized Pan Jinlian for marrying Wu Dalang as a sign of social climbing, who then transmigrate into Pan Jinlian and suffer humiliation. It's a very good read!

21. 71 雾 West Sichuan Shrouded in Mist 雾锁西川 Stirring Up the Jianghu闹江湖Historical1.1M WordsCompleted The Great Song’s God of War, Zhou Tong, takes Lu Junyi, Shi Wengong, Lin Chong, Luan Tingyu, Sun Li, Xu Ning, and Wu Song as his disciples, one after another. Zhou Tong leads his troops in a night raid on Hongdu, holds Yan’an Prefecture, and fights in the Battle of Pingxia City. More than fifty of the Liangshan heroes appear over the course of the story. He battles Shaolin Temple and causes a stir on Mount Hua three times. Zhou Tong, Lu Junyi, and their fellow disciples join forces with Hu Yanzh 689Reads8.6Score10314d adds

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    The God of War Zhou Tong, along with his disciples Lu Junwen, Shi Wengong, Lin Chong, Wu Song, and others, wreaked havoc on Mount Hua, burned down Shaolin Temple, and crippled the Western Xia. Over 50 years later, the Liangshan heroes, now mostly young, made their appearance. They studied martial arts a second time, roamed the martial world, eradicated evil cults… and became one of the eight greatest martial arts masters in the land… In their later years, they took Yue Fei as their disciple…

22. 72 春 When Spring Comes to Jiangnan, the Flowers Bloom 春到江南花自开 A Lean Tiger Still Has Its Roar虎瘦雄风在Historical1.1M WordsOngoing The Song dynasty was the only dynasty in feudal China without a curfew, and a turning point in Chinese history. It left behind far too many regrets. This novel is set in the late Southern Song. The protagonist, Zhao Xuan, is a low-ranking soldier at Diaoyu Fortress. After being gravely wounded in the bombardment that killed Mongke Khan, he is sent back to Lin'an by Wang Jian for treatment, and the story begins. The first half of the novel follows the History of Song closely. Zhao Xuan rises and 177Reads8.1Score—14d adds

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    I don't know much about books from the Northern Song Dynasty, but the description of springtime in Jiangnan during the late Southern Song Dynasty is excellent. It lacks a system and isn't a mindless, wish-fulfillment story. The historical figures like Wen Tianxiang and Kublai Khan are vividly portrayed, making it well worth reading.

23. 73 西 Xi Men Qing Conquers the World of Water Margin 西门庆纵横水浒世界 Idle Catkins闲絮Historical874k WordsOngoing After his soul enters the body of Ximen Qing, he changes his fate by fighting Wu Song at Lion Tower, and is destined to become Liangshan’s enemy! He wages war against Western Xia, crushes Fang La, and battles the Jin during the Jingkang Incident. Meet a very different Ximen the Great! 637Reads6.4Score—14d adds

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    Transmigrated into the most famous villainous lecher in history! Started by being struck by lightning in Pan Jinlian's bed! This unlocks all his meridians! Now he possesses the power of lightning and the abilities of Magneto!! A drastically altered version of the Water Margin world! A commentary on the turbulent Song Dynasty! A blend of traditional martial arts and fantasy! The villain is an enemy of the world! Enter at your own risk if you're looking for a thrilling read! Tragically destined to be an enemy of Liangshan! He also faces the pursuit of Fang La's demonic cult! Forced to fight the Western Xia in the harsh northwest! And then there's the Jingkang Incident, with its brutal Jurchens! This transformed Ximen Qing, a man who has amassed countless women, is too tragic! Who says scumbags aren't heroes?! Who says lustful men aren't men?! Watch how the scumbag Ximen Qing, with half a Yin-Yang cultivation technique, seduces countless women, overthrows the Heavenly Gang, and dominates the world!!!

24. 74 官 Your Majesty, Something’s Wrong! Su Zhe Is Rebelling to Save His Brother 官家不好了，苏辙救兄心切造反了 Country Kitchen乡间小厨Historical467k WordsOngoing The Nine Tripods appear, and the True Emperor rises. The Jiuli submit, and the people are brought to heel! Han Qi: The realm cannot go a single day without a ruler. Your Majesty should make plans now and adopt a son from the imperial clan to reassure the people! Zhao Zhen: My son is dead! Wen Yanbo: The thirteenth son of the Prince of Runan is a worthy candidate. He is unquestionably the best choice to become the future Crown Prince of Great Song! Zhao Zhen: Will anyone spare a thought for me? M 13Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Northern Song Dynasty's "Death-Stirring Stick"

25. 75 穿 I Transmigrate into Emperor Zhenzong of Song and Execute Kou Zhun from the Start 穿成宋真宗，开局先斩寇准 Chubby Tangerine Agu肥橘阿咕Historical1.2M WordsCompleted If you asked me, “If you transmigrated into Emperor Zhenzong of the Song dynasty, what would you do?” Obviously, I'd shoot Xiao Daling, that hapless fool, dead with one arrow, then anger Xiao Yanyan, that old witch, to death; recover Yanyun, capture Shangjing, punch the Liao dynasty and kick Western Xia, annex Dali, destroy Jiaozhi, keep a Goryeo maid on my left and trample a Japanese slave underfoot on my right. Better yet, I'd ambush the Arabs on land and openly plunder the red-haired devils o 1.7kReads7.3Score10414d adds

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    If you love the Song Dynasty and are looking forward to a story about a powerful and decisive Song Dynasty, you're welcome to read a sample!

26. 76 水 Water Margin: Reborn in Wu Dalang's Body 水浒：魂穿武大郎 When the Swallows Return燕至如归Eastern Fantasy154k WordsCompleted [System + Transmigration + History + Feel-Good Power Fantasy] I transmigrated into Wu Dalang and activated a daredevil System. “Here, aim for my neck...” “You lummox, hit me already...” “Useless bunch!” 11Reads—Score—14d adds

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    [Shocked][Making a face][Making a face][Smirking][Shy][Smirking][Shy][Awkward laugh][Smiling][Thinking][Smiling][Smiling]

27. 77 重 Reborn as Yang Liulang: I Save My Father and Brothers with the Defiance System 重生杨六郎，我靠抗命系统救父兄 Three Kingdoms Vagabond三国浪子Historical1.5M WordsCompleted (If you like The Generals of the Yang Family, give this a look!) Yang Zhao, a modern college student, has always regretted the fate of the Yang family in The Generals of the Yang Family. He transmigrates back to the Song dynasty, before the Battle of Jinsha Beach, and uses a defiance System to save the Yang family. Watch the protagonist outwit Pan Renmei and crush the Liao army! 2.8kReads8.7Score27314d adds

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    The Yang Family Generals of the Northern Song Dynasty

28. 78 殖 Colonizing the Ming Dynasty 殖民大明 Shang Bigmouth尚大嘴Historical1.7M WordsOngoing Wang Ding obtains a magical piece of jade that can open a spatial rift, creating a gateway to the Ming dynasty. There, Wang Ding finds wealth and glory in a new world. This is the story of how he saves people and kills them. 6.3kReads8.8Score42314d adds

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    After reading about the Song Dynasty, let's take a look at the Ming Dynasty.

29. 79 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 10.2kReads8.7Score54114d adds

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    At the end of the Song Dynasty, the Mongols invaded the south. After the fall of Xiangyang, Guo Jing and Huang Rong died. Guo Xiang searched the land for Yang Guo's whereabouts, and Zhang Junbao awakened to his true nature amidst a shocking upheaval at Shaolin Temple! The undercurrents of the martial arts world after the fall of Xiangyang, the bloody dawn before the rise of the Ming Cult. A 2025 martial arts epic, taking you on a thrilling journey from The Legend of the Condor Heroes to The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber!

30. 80 弃 Abandoning the Song in 1142: One Man’s Northern Expedition 弃宋1142：一个人的北伐 Zhongshan Strategy中山策Historical245k WordsCompleted [No System, No Golden Finger + Transmigration to the Song Dynasty + Jin Dynasty + Travel] What secrets lie behind Yue Fei's execution? Was the Shaoxing peace treaty actually forced on the Jin by sheer necessity? In the twelfth year of Shaoxing, Yue Fei was murdered, peace was made between Song and Jin, and the north and south settled into tranquility. A lone scout stranded in enemy territory accidentally uncovers the truth behind the sixteen-year war between Song and Jin, shattering a peace that 126Reads8.2Score—14d adds

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    First, it adheres to historical events as closely as possible, avoiding fictional settings. Second, it adheres to the social realities of the time, without a rigid system. Third, it closely reflects the level of technology, featuring small inventions. Fourth, it closely follows geographical and natural phenomena, without flying. Fifth, and most importantly, each chapter includes a seven-character ancient Chinese poem that fits its content. Therefore, this book is not a wish-fulfillment novel. Even if you could travel to ancient times, no one would find it enjoyable. Thank you for your encouragement and support!!

31. 81 重 Reborn, I Study for the Imperial Exams in Another World 重生后，我在异世界读书科举 Lan Xiaoyi蓝小一Historical2.8M WordsCompleted (Transmigration) + (farming) + (daily life) + (imperial examinations) (no System) + (court politics) Chen Chuyi was reborn into a poor family in Beishui Village, carrying the memories of his past life. At first, he only wanted to earn a little money to improve his family's life. But in this unfamiliar ancient world, he was always afraid someone would take his family's money and eat their food. In the end, he embarked on the path of study and the imperial examinations. He knew that only by changi 6.7kReads8.3Score52814d adds

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    A fictional novel, yet set in the Northern Song Dynasty!

32. 82 北 Northern Song: What a Coincidence, I'm a Spoiled Noble Too 北宋：好巧我也是纨绔 Natives and Local Pigs土著与土猪Historical3.8M WordsOngoing The first story's pacing is a little slow and it's hard to revise, so just take your time reading! The Great Song: This is a subtle power fantasy, not an obvious one. It might leave you itching for more! You can learn history while reading the novel, as the Yang clan's descendants rise to prominence again. Women: Li Qingzhao, Li Shishi, Pan Jinlian, Chen Miaochang, and Meng Chan. Men: Su Shi, Fan Chunren, Zhe Keshi, Zhong Shidao, Han Shizhong, Yue Fei, and Yu Yunwen. This is the brilliant splend 1.9kReads8.0Score23414d adds

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    A classic novel by Bai Juyi, set in the late Song Dynasty and featuring descendants of the Yang family generals! Over 4 million words, it's flawlessly written. Characters like Li Qingzhao, Li Shishi, Pan Jinlian, Chen Miaochang, Meng Chan, and Hu Sanniang are brilliantly portrayed. Give it a try! A highly recommended book.

33. 83 重 Reborn as Pan Jinlian, I Become the Imperial City Bureau's Favorite 重生潘金莲，我成皇城司团宠 andychenFemale-Channel Fanfiction433k WordsOngoing Aesthetic medicine doctor Jin Xiaolian transmigrates into the body of Pan Jinlian. All she wants is to leave Wu Dalang behind and make money and build a career. From cosmetics to colored glass and coal, she takes the Northern Song business world by storm and ushers in her own “Golden Vase Coal” era. The scum Zhang the Landlord? She’ll bankrupt his whole family! The local tyrant Ximen Qing? She’ll send him straight to his grave! With her modern knowledge, she becomes fabulously wealthy and famous —Reads8.4Score—14d adds

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    This book is worth reading!

34. 84 我 I Became a Spirit Talker in the Northern Song Dynasty 我在北宋成为亡语者 Miss Mei Who Guards the Mountain那守山的梅小姐Mystery568k WordsCompleted (No harems, formulaic plots, invincible protagonists, Systems, brainless decisions, or wish-fulfillment. If that bothers you, read with caution.) The story plunges straight into the case: a distant relative dies suddenly, someone tries to silence the witnesses with poison, powerful figures twist the truth, and ruthless officers are closing in. Before the protagonist can even figure out who he is, he is cornered: confess and sign, or spend the rest of his life behind bars. A streak of cherry-red 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A suspenseful detective novel set in the Northern Song Dynasty, blending modern forensic knowledge with the identity of an ancient coroner, featuring a tight plot and numerous suspenseful twists.

35. 85 我 I Reincarnated as Wu Dalang and Beat Up Ximen Qing from the Start 我，穿成武大郎，开局吊打西门庆 Free and Easy任逍遥Historical619k WordsCompleted Wu Yue opened his eyes, utterly at a loss! I’ve actually transmigrated into Wu Dalang! In just a few days, I’ll be cuckolded and poisoned to death! I refuse to accept this! “Ding! The Host is extremely unwilling to accept their fate and wants to defy heaven and change it. System binding successful!” “Ding! Congratulations, Host! You have received one Rebirth Restoration Pill!” “Ding! Congratulations, Host! You have received Wu Song’s combat prowess and skills!” Xi Menqing! You’d better get your 366Reads6.9Score10014d adds

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    I think these books are alright.

36. 86 大 Great Song: The God-Tier Choice System, Emperor from the Start 大宋：神级选择系统开局当皇帝 Bomb炸弹Historical471k WordsCompleted Reborn in the Great Song, Zhao Gou, the most spineless emperor in the dynasty's history, has bound himself to a god-tier Choice System. But I refuse to accept this fate! I will become a wise ruler remembered for all time, with beautiful women by my side, the greatest generals at my command, and brilliant strategists at my service. I will crush treacherous ministers, march against the Jin, conquer Western Xia, fight the Mongols, and claim the world! 377Reads5.5Score—14d adds
37. 87 霸 The Magnificent Official of Liangshan 霸宋大官人 Ming Min明皿Historical1.4M WordsCompleted Homebody Jiang Weiming returns to the late Northern Song Dynasty and becomes the notorious local tyrant Ximen Qing of Yanggu County. He colludes with powerful, corrupt officials and takes over Yanggu County. He joins forces with Liangshan and seizes Zhu Family Manor. He abuses his power and claims Hu Sanniang for himself... But this is only the beginning. His ultimate goal is to take over the entire Song Dynasty, and then the whole world! 322Reads7.2Score—14d adds
38. 88 穿 Transmigrate into Water Margin and Become Emperor 穿越水浒当皇帝 Dongfang Xuan东方轩Historical2.2M WordsCompleted Join Wu Song in taking down a giant tiger, and teach Shi Qian to sneak around and steal chickens. Walk with Li Ping'er beneath the flowers and moonlight, and invite Chunmei to spend a romantic night together. Bring Hu Sanniang and Lin Chong together, and beat up Song Jiang and Emperor Huizong. Want blood-soaked battles on the field and the Thirty-Six Stratagems of military wisdom? Want the knack for wooing women and stealing their hearts? Want the answers to the hundred thousand questions about 406Reads6.7Score—14d adds
39. 89 水 Water Margin: From the Start, I Saved Pan Jinlian 水浒：开局救下潘金莲 Bewitching the World妖惑天下Historical6.8M WordsCompleted Special forces soldier Chen Xiao transmigrated into the world of Water Margin. Using modern knowledge to hoodwink the Liangshan heroes and recruit the heroes of the marsh, he built an elite Water Margin army of his own! He said, “Since Heaven has no eyes, let the Water Margin army carry out Heaven's will!” 2.8kReads8.1Score28214d adds
40. 90 重 Reborn in Water Margin: Building the Song Dynasty into Its Golden Age! 重生水浒：打造大宋巅峰！ Flirtatious Han风流韩少Historical1.0M WordsCompleted Elite soldier Chao Xiong is unexpectedly reborn in the world of Water Margin as Chao Gai’s son. He won’t let his father be killed in Zengtou City. He’ll turn things around and build a new Liangshan stronghold on the marsh. He’ll stand against the Southern Song, conquer the Liao and wipe out the Jin, sweeping all before him to become a legendary warlord! 103Reads5.2Score—14d adds
41. 91 国 A National Security Agent Transmigrates to the Northern Song and Plays at Life 国安特工穿越北宋戏人生 Time Drifts时光飘移Historical86k WordsCompleted While tracking an international antiquities-smuggling ring, Ning Yuan, an agent with the State Security Bureau, discovers a mysterious bronze sword. During a fierce shootout with the gang’s leader, Chen Xiao, both sides accidentally trigger a mechanism on the sword, and Ning Yuan is engulfed in a flash of bright light. When he wakes, he finds himself outside Kaifeng in the sixth year of Yuanyou under the Northern Song, 1091. He is rescued by Su Song, a young official on his way to the capital to 6Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Check out the time-travel story, it's really exciting!

42. 92 奉 Ordered to Manage the Imperial Music Bureau, I Neglect My Duties 奉旨掌管教坊司，我不务正业 A Pagoda That Looks Like Corn像玉米的宝塔Historical562k WordsCompleted [No System]+ [No golden finger]+ [Lighthearted comedy] Han Guangyao transmigrates to the Northern Song Dynasty, the most economically and culturally prosperous era in history. He encounters one amusing situation after another and meets one famous figure after another, embarking on an extraordinary life amid laughter and disbelief. 657Reads7.3Score10514d adds

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    With a fresh perspective and lighthearted humor, it's definitely worth watching!

43. 93 棠 The Annals of the Tangdi Brothers 棠棣志 Curl Up and Explode卷起爆炸Historical301k WordsOngoing An abandoned illegitimate son from the start + a top-ranking legitimate elder brother who champions him = brothers joining forces to conquer the imperial exams! Jiang Mo’s mother was a registered entertainer, and he is an invisible illegitimate son in the Jiang family. Even his path to the imperial exams is publicly cursed by petty men as “the offspring of a lowborn woman”! His legitimate elder brother, Jiang Yan, defies all opposition: “This uncut gem should ascend to glory with me!” He persona 2Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A story about the imperial examinations in the Northern Song Dynasty, without time travel. Watch a son from a city in the Northern Song Dynasty take the imperial examinations!

44. 94 穿 Transmigrated into Water Margin as Fang La, I Sweep Across the World 穿越水浒之方腊横扫天下 Little Divine Hammer General神锤小将Historical427k WordsCompleted (Water Margin + Fanfiction + History + Transmigration + Multiple Heroines + No Mythology) Transmigrating as Fang La, one of the four great bandit leaders in Water Margin, he establishes his rule over six prefectures in the southeast from the start and sweeps across Jiangnan. He fractures Liangshan Marsh, executes villains, and recruits true heroes and able generals. He wages war on the Song, allies with Wang Qing, and dominates the realm. After a series of bloody battles against the Jin, he dest 490Reads—Score11014d adds

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    Refusing to surrender, they robbed the Liangshan heroes, abused Song Jiang, and destroyed the Song Dynasty to resist the Jin.

45. 95 回 Back to the Northern Song Dynasty as a Tyrant 回到北宋当暴君 Nine Holes九孔Historical1.7M WordsOngoing It is the first year of the Jingkang era, with just three days left before the Jin army breaches Bianjing, captures the two emperors, Huizong and Qinzong of Song, and brings the Northern Song dynasty to its end. In the Eastern Palace, a young crown prince is reborn in flames. He executes treacherous ministers, slaughters enemy forces, takes control of the court, charms the ladies, and turns the tide at the last moment. He reshapes the world and begins a legendary journey to build a powerful army 89Reads8.5Score—14d adds

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    ① A unique perspective breaks with convention, showing the protagonist's capricious behavior in the Northern Song Dynasty, bringing a sense of novelty through this subversion of tropes. ② A rich plot and vivid characters meticulously present the social landscape of the Northern Song Dynasty, making readers feel as if they are in that prosperous yet complex era. ③ It focuses on showcasing the strength of the Song Dynasty, exploring it from military to cultural perspectives, presenting readers with a different impression of the Song Dynasty. ④ The protagonist's strong sense of rebellion stirs up waves in the Song Dynasty, and this rebellion makes the story full of conflict and highlights. ⑤ The protagonist integrates into the Song Dynasty as a teacher, with a unique style, showcasing the culture and social life of the Song Dynasty through education.

46. 96 刑 The Song Dynasty Detective 刑宋 Mu Yi沐轶Historical5.3M WordsCompleted Zhuo Ran, a modern-day forensic doctor, accidentally transmigrates to the reign of Emperor Renzong of Song. Using his forensic knowledge and skills to solve cases, he sets out to make his mark. But nothing goes smoothly. The cases he faces are bizarre, eerie, and almost impossible to believe. The culprits come from every corner of society, from the imperial court to the streets and every walk of life; some are sanctimonious, others cunning and brutal. Danger lurks at every turn, both in and outs 5.2kReads8.6Score67414d adds
47. 97 强 A Powerful Song Dynasty 强宋 One Leaf Falls in Autumn一叶落秋Historical609k WordsCompleted This is the story of one man’s struggle, and of an entire nation’s struggle. Who says the Great Song was weak? Song Feiyang, a graduate student in history, transmigrates to the early Northern Song Dynasty and becomes Zhao Kuangyin’s fourth son, Zhao Defang. From that moment on, he changes the fate of the Great Song. He conquers Southern Tang, subdues Northern Han, reclaims the Sixteen Prefectures of Yanyun, and reunifies the Chinese heartland. The Liao Kingdom becomes the Great Song’s pasturelan 1.6kReads8.6Score15514d adds
48. 98 大 The Great Song's Teacher 大宋教书匠 Wen Lao文佬Historical3.3M WordsCompleted Zhong Su is a teacher who, after being electrocuted, transmigrates to the very bottom of society in the Northern Song dynasty. Refusing to accept the unfairness of fate, he crosses into all kinds of fields and gets to know influential figures, masters, celebrities, experts, and bigwigs. In the end, he rises from a tiny village to Tokyo's Bianliang, where envoys from every nation pay tribute. He enjoys the many sides of life, makes his mark throughout the Song dynasty, and ultimately builds an em 797Reads8.0Score10114d adds
49. 99 锦 Crossing the Brocade Heart 锦心渡 Yao Zhuo妖酌Ancient Romance1.2M WordsCompleted [Strong Female Lead Who Grows, Multiple Male Leads, Love Rival Showdowns, Deep and Painful Romance, Taking by Force, Historical Fiction, The Jianghu, Political Scheming, Palace Intrigue] Su Zhi, a top modern literature student, unexpectedly transmigrated to the Northern Song dynasty and became the illegitimate daughter of a Ministry of Rites official. She was forced to take her stepsister's place and marry Lu Yong'an, the son of the Chancellor. Rumor had it that Third Young Master Lu was once t 417Reads8.3Score10214d adds

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    Highly recommended, it's great, lots of male leads! [Admiring]

50. 100 穿 I Transmigrate as Lu Zhishen 穿越鲁智深 Sky Eagle天空之雕Historical200k WordsCompleted Programmer Lin Zhao's soul travels to the Northern Song, where he becomes the Flower Monk Lu Zhishen. He gathers heroes, crushes Zhujiazhuang, seizes Zengtou, and wins over surrendered generals. Using modern thinking to forge an iron army, he sets off a storm across Liangshan that overturns history. 43Reads—Score—14d adds

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    It's worth reading.

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