Alternate History, Political Scheming, and Struggles for Supremacy! 历史架空，权谋争霸文！

1. 51 穿 I Became the Wanli Emperor's Crown Prince, So Whoever Wants the Red Pill Can Eat It 穿成万历太子，这红丸谁爱吃谁吃 Resting Cloud休息的云Historical2.3M WordsOngoing Reborn as an emperor who has only been on the throne for a month, he faces the Palace Coup and the Red Pill Incident, with treacherous officials within and bandits without. From crown prince to emperor, he plans every step. Great Ming, are you ready to welcome your Emperor Taichang? Nurhaci, are you ready to be put through the wringer? 7.9kReads7.2Score583Shelves
2. 52 崇 Chongzhen! Reclaim the Throne! 崇祯！重征！ Beef Meatballs牛肉丸吖Historical1.3M WordsOngoing After Zhu Youjian hanged himself at Coal Hill, his soul returned to the day his elder brother, the Tianqi Emperor, died in the seventh year of the Tianqi reign, just as Zhu Youjian was about to ascend the throne. He is not a transmigrator with modern knowledge. His only golden finger is the memory of the seventeen years he spent as emperor in his previous life: he knows which decisions led to the fall of the dynasty, whom he can trust, and whom he must not put to use. Every memory was bought wit 3.4kReads6.3Score259Shelves
3. 53 父 Father, Don't Hang Yourself. Your Son Has a Plan 父皇，别上吊，儿臣有办法 She Ye射野Historical2.0M WordsOngoing “You accuse me of usurping power? Fine, I’ve taken it!” With two thousand personal guards entering the northern frontier, Crown Prince Zhu Cilang of the Ming Dynasty launched a campaign of slaughter. He confiscated the Shanxi merchants’ wealth, executed the regional commander, reformed the frontier army, and secured Xuanfu! The court berated him as “brutal and heartless”? He shot back, “Without brutality, the Ming would have fallen long ago!” An imperial edict summoned him back? He burned it and 49.9kReads8.6Score5kShelves
4. 54 穿 I Transmigrated into a Women's-Fiction Novel, So I Cling to the Heroine to Survive 穿书女频，为了活命紧抱女主大腿 One Who Leaves No Name人不留名Historical705k WordsOngoing [Single Heroine + Imperial Court + Ensemble Cast + Succession Struggle + Transmigrate into a Book + Soul Transmigration + Rise from the Bottom] Chen Yunhao, a modern-day corporate drone, unexpectedly transmigrates into a book and becomes the doomed seventh prince in a historical romance novel, destined to die from excessive sexual indulgence in a brothel. Hoping to change his fate, he tries to lie flat and stay alive. But after saving Luo Qianqian, the reborn heroine seeking revenge, he is dragg 2.8kReads8.5Score180Shelves
5. 55 不 The City of Tokyo That Never Sleeps 不夜东京城 Vanilla Garden香草园Historical516k WordsOngoing Jia Xian, a merchant of great talent, is hunted from the moment he is born. Yang Wenguang, heir to the Yang family’s line of generals, sees his family destroyed while still a boy. And how should Empress Dowager Zhangxian, Liu E, be judged? She ruled from behind the throne, and even on her deathbed refused to return power to Emperor Renzong of Song. What were her merits and failings? In prosperous Dongjing, undercurrents swirl through the officialdom. The marketplace is a battlefield, and the bur 1Reads—Score—Shelves

   Reader note

   Seeking guidance [for further investigation], please be gentle with your criticism [I'm almost crying]

6. 56 诡 The Fog of a Bizarre Case 诡案迷雾 Bystander Joe旁观路人甲Historical682k WordsOngoing A historical mystery and political intrigue novel set in the fictionalized Wu Zhou period of the Tang dynasty, around the fifteenth year of Wu Zhou. It follows the protagonist and his companions as they enter government service and become entangled in a series of criminal cases, as well as the gripping struggle over the succession to the throne at the Luoyang court. This is my second novel. I hope you enjoy it, and I’ll do my best to tell a good story! 78Reads—Score—Shelves

   Reader note

   [Learned it][Added to bookshelf][Currently working on a manuscript][Sparrow Eater's masterpiece][Thumbs up][Already added to my wishlist]

7. 57 隋 The Romance of the Sui and Tang Dynasties: Complete, Edited Edition 隋唐演义-精编完整版 Chu Renhuo褚人获Historical617k WordsCompleted An epic tale of heroes rising amid chaos. Qin Qiong sells his horse, revealing a hero at the end of his rope; Cheng Yaojin robs the imperial tribute convoy, showing off his street smarts; and Li Shimin's Xuanwu Gate Incident reshapes the course of history. Blending the official historical record with folk storytelling, it weaves a legendary tale steeped in history and the spirit of the jianghu. 757Reads9.6Score—Shelves

   Reader note

   Historical intrigue and power struggles

8. 58 穿 I Transmigrated to Chu, but Qin's Army Is at the Gates 穿越楚国，但是秦军兵临城下 Sima Cuo司马错Historical431k WordsOngoing An ordinary person accidentally transmigrates back to the Warring States period. Luckily, I have the script. I know this one: Qin is about to unify the realm! Wait, I’m on Chu’s side? [Pre-Qin]+ [Chu]+ [No System]+ [No Golden Finger]+ [Slow Burn] 26Reads7.0Score—Shelves

   Reader note

   This is a time-travel historical novel you absolutely can't miss! The protagonist travels back a thousand years to the ancient Chu Kingdom. Without a system or any special abilities, he's just an ordinary person. The main content revolves around several wars fought by the Qin Kingdom, including the Qin-Chu War and the Qin conquest of the Baiyue. The author's writing is excellent, logically sound, and engaging, with a fast-paced plot and a concise writing style. Despite being a new author, the content is unique and original.

9. 59 十 The Twelve Witches 十二魔女 Only Fei Will Do菲我莫属Modern Romance740k WordsOngoing [Ensemble cast of women + women supporting women + women saving women + no female rivalry!] Twelve gods, twelve witches, and a deadly game spanning time and fate. In the endless void, twelve supreme gods watch over mortal life. To test an ancient hypothesis, they choose twelve women from different lands and eras and send them to a desolate desert kingdom. The winner will receive the gods’ blessing and have any wish granted. The losers will vanish forever into the dust of time. “Time never tu 40Reads—Score100Shelves

   Reader note

   Why not check out this book? The writing is a bit immature, but the main characters are women from different backgrounds [I've learned something], and see who will survive to the end in this cutthroat game.

10. 60 三 The Strategist of the Three Kingdoms 三国军师 Bu Ge步阁Historical380k WordsCompleted As a young man, Guo Jia worries about the fate of the nation and its people. After enduring rampant plagues and the Yellow Turban Rebellion, he realizes that the Han Empire is beset by troubles both within and without! New project: Three Kingdoms Chronicle IX: Dragon’s Rise in Xinye Just when all seems hopeless, he plans to retire to the mountains and leave the world behind. But then comes the terrible news of his mentor’s death, along with a final message that calls for a genius to be born! Fro 25Reads—Score—Shelves

    Reader note

    Guo Fengxiao, the pride of heaven, diligently practiced the Five Animal Frolics. He borrowed another 20 years from heaven, and in the Battle of Red Cliffs, he displayed his prowess. What could the Crouching Dragon and the Phoenix Chick do to him? Sima Yi and Gongjin were ashamed of their inferiority. He helped Cao Cao destroy Wu and Shu, established Cao Wei, conquered the four barbarians, and created a peaceful and prosperous era.

11. 61 说 The Complete Story of Tang 说唐全传 Lotus-Dwelling Scholar如莲居士Historical360k WordsCompleted Centered on the gathering of heroes at Wagang Stronghold, the story spans the period from Emperor Wu of Northern Zhou’s conquest of Northern Qi and Emperor Wen of Sui’s pacification of Southern Chen, to Li Yuan of Tang’s defeat of the rival warlords and Li Shimin’s ascension to the throne. It mainly recounts how the heroes of Wagang joined forces to rebel against the Sui and help establish the Tang dynasty, recreating the turbulent age of the eighteen rebel kings and sixty-four bands of rebels. 21Reads9.4Score—Shelves
12. 62 关 Tales of the Northern Song Dynasty 关于北宋的那些事 Can't Cry哭不得Historical2.0M WordsOngoing A new work is here! I hope you'll head over to Tomato Novel to read it. I hope you enjoy it. Your support is what keeps me writing, and I'll do my best to tell every story well! 9.4kReads8.4Score1.1kShelves

    Reader note

    This book accurately recreates the vastness of the Jianghu (, the martial arts world) and the height of the imperial court in the Northern Song Dynasty more than a thousand years ago!

13. 63 历 The Complete Collection of Courtly Tales Through the Ages 历代宫廷演义全集 Xu Xiaotian许啸天Historical2.0M WordsCompleted Xu Xiaotian brings the secret histories of the Ming, Qing, and Tang courts to life in the style of a novel: the bloodshed of the Nine Princes’ struggle for the throne, Wu Zetian’s political schemes, and the tragic final days of the Chongzhen Emperor... The book has the solid historical foundations of a meticulously researched account, enlivened with the colorful flesh and blood of historical fiction. More vivid than official histories, yet more rigorous than tales of the past, it is an ancient v 131Reads9.5Score—Shelves
14. 64 末 Apocalypse: Ancient Footprints in Search of the Garden 末世：上古踏众寻园 Zhonggu Hong中古虹Historical1.1M WordsCompleted The Chosen One, heir to the supreme secrets of ancient times and the apocalypse, takes on the guise of a foolish second prince. Instead of saving Earth, he sneaks a peek at his elder brother’s woman while she changes clothes. Instead of fighting for the throne, he lets his tyrannical older brother murder their father and seize power. The new emperor ascends the throne and shatters everyone’s expectations, strangling ten concubines who attend him in a row. In the past, the concubines had comp —Reads6.8Score—Shelves

    Reader note

    This time-travel fantasy novel is absolutely amazing!! A large-scale historical fiction, it unravels the true stories of ancient mythological figures in a hardcore yet lighthearted and humorous way. While adhering as closely as possible to historical records, especially considering the limitations of the Bronze Age 4000 years ago, it manages to write a truly fictional historical novel. The setting is novel, and the imagery and immersion are incredibly strong. Some plot points are even quite thrilling, with numerous scenes and elements. Five-star recommendation!!

15. 65 忠 The Tale of Zhonghu: Mortals Do Not Cultivate Immortality 忠虎传：凡人不修仙 Fine Trees in the South南方有佳木Historical729k WordsOngoing [Yang Zhong]: An orphan, the founding ancestor of the Sui dynasty [Li Hu]: A hooligan, the founding ancestor of the Tang dynasty These two men defied fate and rose from humble beginnings! They ended the 200-year standoff between the Northern and Southern Dynasties and ushered in the golden age of the Sui and Tang! Political schemes! Harem intrigue! Four emperors, eight pillars of state, and twelve great generals take turns appearing on the stage! Buddhism came from the west and flourished in Luo —Reads7.0Score—Shelves

    Reader note

    History + fantasy + palace intrigue + Buddhist-Taoist conflict + the chaotic Northern and Southern Dynasties – this book is definitely worth reading! I stayed up all night to finish the latest chapter. I'm completely engrossed in this book; it's a treasured possession I'm sharing with everyone.

16. 66 我 I’m Reborn, So Why Are You Still Asking Me to Confess? 我都重生了，你还叫我表白 Soy Milk and Buns豆浆包子Urban423k WordsOngoing [Reborn + Campus Belle + System + Everyday Romance + Political Maneuvering] “With empty sleeves, how could I dare to keep a beauty from her happiness?” Burdened by enormous debt and framed by others, Tang Lin is reborn at eighteen. This time, the spring breeze stirs your long hair, but it’s my dreams it sets in motion. From a naive boy to a devoted man with graying hair, this time, I won’t miss my chance. I’ll confess my love ninety-nine times. This time, Chen Manzhen is the one who comes after 12Reads6.2Score—Shelves

    Reader note

    The male protagonist transmigrates, woos women and torments others, engages in thrilling business battles, engages in dangerous fights, and has an incredibly sweet romance. Hop on board and start watching!

17. 67 加 Kaga Saito 加贺齐藤 The Way of the Samurai武士之道Historical238k WordsOngoing The Onin War of 1467 ushered in an era of a century-long division among the lords. Overthrowing one’s superiors had become the norm, as had scheming, assassination, and marriage alliances. These became the defining features of what Takeda Shingen called the Sengoku period. Though broadly similar to China’s Warring States period, it also reflected Japan’s distinctive political system. 1Reads—Score—Shelves

    Reader note

    As a historical novel, this one is absolutely amazing!! Most books about the Warring States period are written in a very formal, official style. This one, however, uses characters from a novel like Yamaoka Sohachi to make the Warring States period history more accessible to everyone. I highly recommend this book. It's not a light novel; the author's writing is excellent, the logic is rigorous, and it's incredibly good. Hahahaha, you guys should read it now; I've already ascended to godhood.

18. 68 穿 Transmigrate as a Prince: Invincible with More Children, More Blessings 穿越王爷，从多子多福开始无敌 The Long Night Stretches On, Dust of Ages长夜漫漫万古尘Eastern Fantasy293k WordsOngoing Zhao Ye opened his eyes and found himself transformed into Prince Yan, a powerful warlord of the Great Yan Dynasty. He had barely transmigrated when he was caught in a deadly trap: resist the emperor's efforts to strip the princes of their fiefs, and he'd be branded a traitor and his entire household slaughtered; submit, and he'd be stripped of his power bit by bit, condemned to death, and placed under house arrest. And Zhao Ye himself was suffering a cultivation backlash, his meridians shattere 10Reads—Score131Shelves

    Reader note

    Transmigrating to another world as Prince Zhao Ye of Yan, he starts in dire straits! His meridians are shattered, his cultivation crippled, and the palace is riddled with spies planted by the emperor; even his two consorts are undercover agents. A "Many Children, Many Blessings" system awakens, granting him three sons at the start, each possessing unparalleled talent. The eldest son's cultivation multiplies, the second son faces a looming crisis, and the third son conceals his presence. He feigns indulgence in taking concubines and fathering children, posing as a foolish and incompetent prince to lull the emperor into a false sense of security. Secretly, he purges spies, commands 30,000 Yan Prince Guards, and steadily builds his power. Beauties help him break through realms, and his offspring become powerful trump cards. Only when his iron cavalry reaches the capital does the world realize that this seemingly absurd prince already possesses the entire realm.

19. 69 九 The Ninth-Rank House Servant 九品家丁 A Single Sound了了一声Historical299k WordsOngoing After transmigrating to the Great Yong Dynasty, Chen Fan became the lowliest ninth-rank servant in the Su residence. He planned to earn money by selling poetry, then devote himself to training in arena swordsmanship. Once he had mastered martial arts, he would leave and make his escape. But fate had other plans. Opportunities to rise through the ranks, from eighth to seventh to fifth, came one after another. Just as he thought his hard days were over and his future was finally looking brighte 12.1kReads7.0Score868Shelves

    Reader note

    Transmigrating to the Great Yong Dynasty, Chen Fan finds himself relegated to the lowest rank of a ninth-grade servant in the Su family. He initially plans to accumulate wealth by selling his poetry and prose, then dedicate himself to honing his swordsmanship in the arena, intending to escape once he has mastered the art. However, fate intervenes, and opportunities for advancement—eighth, seventh, fifth grade—follow one after another. Just when he believes his hard times are over and his future is looking bright, the Su family is unfortunately drawn into the brutal struggle for the throne among the princes. Under the cover of darkness, the patriarch orders Chen Fan to escort the Su family's young master and young mistress to the capital… This ninth-grade servant, who rose from humble beginnings, is about to stir up a storm in the court and shake the vast Great Yong Dynasty!

20. 70 大 The Great Dao Crucible: From the Start, a Prince's Heir Plots to Seize the Throne 大道熔炉，开局王府世子谋夺帝位 Deadly Key绝命密钥Eastern Fantasy2.4M WordsOngoing The spiritual energy of the Desolate Domain has dwindled to its lowest point. The four great dynasties stand opposed, while sects and demonic cults stir restlessly. The great martial clans await the arrival of a golden age, while ambitious schemers have already begun plotting in secret. The old emperor is considering passing down the throne. He plans to hold a bloody trial to choose the strongest royal heir, recalling his princes from the battlefield and giving his grandsons hope as well. Just a 6.3kReads8.2Score390Shelves

    Reader note

    Historical intrigue and power struggles lead to dominance. The first book features a protagonist who is always vengeful; the second is a historical fiction, good for entertainment; the third is very popular on Tomato Books with 1.38 Million reads; the fourth book's author likely researched history, as the writing is logically clear and reasonable.

21. 71 抗 Everyday Life in Beiping During the War of Resistance 抗战时期的北平民间 Qi Rushan齐如山Historical53k WordsCompleted A friend said that the area east of Beiping served as a buffer zone, and Tanggu was covered by a treaty, so Japan wouldn't make another move for the time being. I'm afraid this matter... If we fight the war to the bitter end, our allies will naturally help us. After all, if we really lose, they won't be able to bear it either, so we know they'll help. 33Reads8.7Score—Shelves
22. 72 魂 Reborn into Liu, Guan, and Zhang, I Leave the Warlords Stunned 魂穿刘关张，诸侯们被整麻了 Blue Triangle蓝色三角形Historical1.4M WordsOngoing [Absurd Three Kingdoms, the wildest unofficial history, pure comedy, and unhinged nonsense] In this world, famous generals all have special martial skills. Guan Yu’s Green Dragon Slash can cleave through city walls. Zhang Fei’s battle roar can make his enemies tremble with fear. Zhao Yun has infinite stamina, charging into enemy ranks and taking heads amid a thousand troops. The late Eastern Han dynasty is in chaos. The shameless Liu Bei, cautious Guan Yu, and righteous Zhang Fei join the eighte 122.2kReads8.2Score12.5kShelves
23. 73 中 Party Struggles Throughout Chinese History 中国历代党争 Wang Tongling王桐龄Historical151k WordsCompleted Chinese Factional Struggles Through the Ages is a history of power struggles between factions, between factions and imperial authority, and between individuals. Using strategy as its thread and history as its fabric, it recounts a host of tangled stories. Covering three thousand years of factional strife, from the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods through the Qin, Han, Tang, Song, Ming, and Qing dynasties, the book details major events, rises and falls, triumphs and humiliations, and 302Reads7.7Score100Shelves
24. 74 中 Two Thousand Years of Chinese History 中华二千年史 Deng Zhicheng邓之诚Historical1.4M WordsCompleted A History of China Through Two Thousand Years was first published in 1934 as one of the University Series, then republished by Zhonghua Book Company in 1956. Written by Deng Zhicheng, it primarily recounts Chinese history from the Qin and Han periods through the Ming and Qing dynasties, while also presenting the author’s historical thought and commentary. 88Reads8.8Score—Shelves
25. 75 回 Back to the Eastern Jin to Fight for the Throne 回到东晋争皇位 True Lord of the Plains平原真君Historical163k WordsOngoing Could a bunch of overconfident transmigrators really go back to the Eastern Jin dynasty and fight for the throne? In the year 21XX, a luxury cruise ship sailing through the central Pacific was suddenly caught in an extraordinarily powerful typhoon. The situation was critical. Although Captain Huan Zhi quickly sent out an SOS distress signal, the winds and waves were so fierce that neither the rescue ships nor the rescue aircraft could get close. They could only wait helplessly dozens of nautical 1Reads—Score—Shelves

    Reader note

    Ancient history, alternate universe, time travel, political intrigue, power struggles, war, generals, emperors, deceit, ruthless pursuit of power—"Back to the Eastern Jin Dynasty to Conquer the Throne" awaits your reading and appreciation.

26. 76 大 Ming Dynasty Tyrant: I’ll Extend the Dynasty’s Reign by 300 Years 大明暴君，我为大明续运三百年 Kunwu昆吾Historical6.1M WordsCompleted [Political intrigue]+ [Passionate]+ [Struggle for supremacy]+ [Ruthless]+ [No System] “Zhu Youjian, go in peace. Everything you had will be inherited by me, Ye Xuan. From this day on, I am the sixteenth emperor of the Ming Dynasty, Chongzhen. I swear here: Those you, Zhu Youjian, could not kill, I, Chongzhen, will kill. What you, Zhu Youjian, could not accomplish, I, Chongzhen, will accomplish. Li Zicheng and Zhang Xianzhong are rebelling? Then it depends on whether I give them the chance! The J 100.2kReads9.2Score12.2kShelves
27. 77 我 In the Celestial Prison, Immortal and Undying 我在天牢，长生不死 Jie Jie戒界Eastern Fantasy4.4M WordsOngoing [No System + invincible + wish-fulfillment novel + no female lead + fantasy] After Chen Guanlou obtains immortality, he secures a stable job as a prison guard in the imperial prison and begins spending his days slacking off at work. Throughout the long years, he watches them build towering mansions, then watches those mansions collapse. He watches them ascend to the imperial court today, only to become prisoners beneath the steps tomorrow. He watches their families enjoy wealth and honor, then w 316.1kReads8.7Score14.5kShelves
28. 78 武 Wu Song Rejects the Amnesty, and Erlong Mountain Rises to Power 武松拒绝招安，二龙山强势崛起了 Yu Tingchuan于婷川Historical2.7M WordsOngoing After transmigrating into the Water Margin world, he became Wu Song, the Pilgrim. As luck would have it, he arrived just as Song Jiang ordered Le He to sing, testing the other leaders' attitudes. Wu Song already despised Song Jiang's hypocrisy, so he slammed the table and stood up. There's no point staying on Liangshan! I'm going back to Erlong Mountain. Who's with me, and who's against me? Once we part today, we'll be sworn enemies the next time we meet! Li Kui is bloodthirsty and slaughters th 48.6kReads7.8Score4.1kShelves
29. 79 皇 The Emperor’s Favorite Minister? No, I’m Rebellious to the Bone! 皇帝宠臣？不，我一身反骨！ Lun Dong伦东Historical1.5M WordsCompleted [Power Struggles] + [Political Scheming] + [High-Stakes Play] + [Not Mindless] The great clans grew powerful and took control of the imperial court. The emperor wanted to use me as a weapon to reclaim imperial authority, but he devised countless ways for me to die. Once he realized how useful I was, he even wanted to castrate me and turn me into a eunuch, so I could continue serving as his blade. The Left Chancellor, head of the great clans and a man of unfathomable depths, pointed to the fish 7.5kReads9.0Score695Shelves
30. 80 我 I, Sun Shan, and the Imperial Examinations 我，孙山，科举 Ximen Qizi西门七仔Ancient Romance4.7M WordsOngoing “Imperial exams + transmigration + farming + exams + no space System” “Romance included, devoted male lead. The female lead is his childhood sweetheart, but she appears infrequently. Romance is not the main plot.” “The male lead rises step by step through hard work and good luck.” “The male lead is no good at scheming, but he gets things done and has technical skills.” “The imperial examination system is based on the Ming and Qing dynasties.” After an accident, he is transmigrated into the womb 48.3kReads8.8Score3.2kShelves
31. 81 穿 Transmigrated to the Countryside: A Young Farmer's Road to the Imperial Exams 穿越之农家独苗苗的科举之路 Zhang Rubai张如白Ancient Romance2.5M WordsCompleted [Born into the Past + Farming + Imperial Exams + Fleeing Famine + Warfare] The slow-paced everyday life of a boy from a rural family in ancient times! Zhang Ping'an gets a new lease on life when he transmigrates to an ancient farming family. Fortunately, they are fairly well-off, so no one has to go hungry. He has six older sisters, and he is the only boy his parents had long hoped for. His parents favor sons over daughters, and all six sisters are fierce. He thought he was in for a story about 29.5kReads8.7Score2.8kShelves
32. 82 大 Great Ming: The Strongest Crown Prince in History 大明：史上最强太子 Deer Dust鹿尘埃Historical1.3M WordsCompleted [Great Ming] + [System] + [Invincible] + [Feel-Good Story] He transmigrated as Zhu Yuanzhang's eldest son, Zhu Biao, the crown prince with the most secure position in history! He awakened the Fortune Golden Egg System! Once a year, he could smash open a golden egg. The stronger his fortune, the more amazing the prize! A flawless body, peerless swordsmanship, a divine command... With the System's support, he became the greatest crown prince in history! Under Zhu Biao's leadership, the Great Ming 41kReads9.0Score3.8kShelves

    Reader note

    A thousand people will have a thousand Hamlets. Personally, I think these are all pretty good. #Action #Conquest #PoliticalIntrigue

33. 83 穿 I Transmigrated as Fusu, and the First Emperor Asked Me to Take the Throne 穿越成扶苏，始皇帝请我登基 Xuan Zhi轩轾Historical1.1M WordsCompleted [Summoning + Great Qin + Political Schemes + Struggle for Supremacy] After transmigrating, I became Prince Fusu of Great Qin and activated the Chinese Ancestral Dragon System. I also obtained the divine weapon Xuanyuan Sword, the foundation of my power. In this life, as Fusu, I will rule Great Qin, quell internal rebellion, recruit Zhang Liang, bring the Hundred Schools of Thought into my service, crush the Xiongnu beneath my cavalry, march south against the Baiyue, unite the four seas and eight 4.8kReads9.0Score378Shelves

    Reader note

    [Summoning + Qin Dynasty + Political Intrigue + Hegemony] Transmigrated into Prince Fusu of the Qin Dynasty, he obtained a summoning system, took control of the Qin Dynasty, quelled internal strife, recruited Zhang Liang, gathered the Hundred Schools of Thought, trampled the Xiongnu, conquered the Baiyue in the south, unified the four seas and eight wastelands, and created a brilliant and prosperous Chinese civilization!

34. 84 孽 The Rebel Son and the Lonely Minister 孽子孤臣 Wild Horse in the Mountains山林野马Historical1.8M WordsCompleted After transmigrating and being reborn in an ancient marquis’s household, he was poisoned as a child. His father abandoned him, his grandmother watched coldly, and the culprit went free. Jiang Jingchen: “If Heaven hates me, I can forgive it. But anyone who harms me deserves to die... Every last one of you can forget about getting a happy ending.” His half-brother stole his position as heir? He’ll destroy his ability to have children and turn him into a cripple. His stepmother has overreached? He’ 8.4kReads8.3Score705Shelves
35. 85 重 Reborn in the World of The Smiling, Proud Wanderer 重生笑傲江湖世界 Author Chen Ran作者陈然Male-Channel Fanfiction740k WordsCompleted The protagonist is reborn in the world of The Smiling, Proud Wanderer. What are the Five Mountains Sword Alliance, the Sunflower Manual, or the Dugu Nine Swords compared to doing whatever you please? The martial world is simply a place where people clash with one another. 47Reads—Score—Shelves

    Reader note

    What? You say you're the Crown Prince's study companion? The Deputy Commander of the Imperial Guards? The Commander of the Sharp and Valiant Battalion? The Assistant Commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard?

36. 86 每 Gain 10 Points Every Year, and Even Commoners Can Become Gods 每年狂加10个点，平民也可成神 You Are Not Good子非良Historical2.0M WordsCompleted [Transmigration + System + master and disciples + political intrigue + military affairs] After the Battle of Jiangzhou, the Three Kingdoms were left with a dearth of talent. Yan Cang arrived in this era with a lottery System, bringing along the disciples he had “trained” to conquer the entire realm. “Eight provinces stand against just three, and you still can't even beat my disciples! What makes you think you can challenge me?” His voice rang like thunder, his speed was like the wind, and his 827Reads6.8Score113Shelves

    Reader note

    The first book currently has no ambition to become king; the author only wants to be a pillar of the nation. (2, 3, 4, 5) This is a story about vying for supremacy.

37. 87 奸 Traitors Are Everywhere: Carving a Path to Become the Greatest Emperor of All Time! 奸臣遍野，杀出千古一帝！ Dark Night Lord暗夜君丶Historical175k WordsOngoing Li Tianqi transmigrates into an alternate world and becomes the emperor of Great Chu. He thinks he’s reached the pinnacle of life, but who could have guessed... In the harem: Empress Dowager Cixi in the Western Palace, Empress Dowager Wu Zetian in the Eastern Palace; Wei Zhongxian at the Eastern Depot, Yu Huatian at the Western Depot; Huo Guang as left chancellor and Qin Hui as right chancellor... The military includes Lu Bu, Aobai, Yuan Shikai, and An Lushan... At the borders are the Four Kings 4Reads6.9Score—Shelves
38. 88 大 The Han Empire: Emperor Liu Hong 大汉帝国之大帝刘宏 Black Tortoise Immortal Tomb玄武仙墓Historical3.3M WordsCompleted Emperor Ling of Han was the last emperor of the Han Dynasty to wield real power. Though he could have changed the course of history, he instead became the root cause of the Han Dynasty's downfall. By a twist of fate, a modern-day top history student is reborn at the end of the Han Dynasty as Emperor Liu Hong. Watch as he gathers the greatest talents of the era and builds an unparalleled legacy. 20kReads9.0Score1.8kShelves

    Reader note

    🏹🏹🏹🏹🎯🎯🎯

39. 89 我 I'm Also an Imperial Uncle 我也是皇叔 Daoist Shuangmu双木道人Historical6.5M WordsOngoing The mighty halberd in his hand is named Tyrant. The treasured saber at his waist is named Virtue! Liu Jun: I love making people submit through virtue! If that doesn’t work, I’ll use my Overlord Halberd! Who am I? A genuine imperial uncle! 27.8kReads7.9Score2kShelves
40. 90 晚 The Greatest Warlord of the Late Tang 晚唐第一大军阀 Rebel逆贼Historical1.4M WordsCompleted If a person cannot leave their name behind in the vast river of history, it is as if they had never come into this world. After transmigrating to the late Tang, an age of upheaval, Qi Shen felt incredibly fortunate. Here, he could behead Huang Chao, wipe out bandits, reclaim Chang'an, and hold the emperor hostage to his heart's content. Here, he could defeat Qin Zongquan, pacify Yang Xingmi, punch Li Keyong and kick Zhu Quanzhong, calmly bringing the warlords to heel. Here, he could repel the Kh 1.9kReads7.7Score105Shelves

    Reader note

    A story of conquest. Set in the late Tang Dynasty, the protagonist is the son of a regional military governor. With his father's help, he acquires an army. In the following years, taking advantage of the chaos caused by rebels like Huang Chao, he continuously recruits soldiers and expands his power. After several battles, he finally joins the ranks of warlords and obtains his ticket to compete with other heroes for supremacy.

41. 91 圣EN The Holy White Crown 圣白冠冕 Feng Xiao Ya枫潇呀Eastern Fantasy3.5M WordsOngoing [Fast-Paced] [Explosive Action] [Emperor] [From Eaglefolk Tribe to Angel Empire] [Ascend to Godhood from the Throne] [Gods' War for Supremacy] [Early Transmigration] [Minor System] [Single Female Lead] [The Animated Adaptation Is Out, Come Watch] Demon God: When you gaze into the abyss, the abyss gazes back at you! Jiang You: Wrong. Abyss, when you gaze at Heaven, Heaven gazes back at you! The First Chapter: The Primordial Age of Chaos. Humanity did not yet exist. The ancestors of the elves were 118.6kReads9.0Score10.9kShelves
42. 92 三 Three Kingdoms: From the Start, I Had the Snow Dragon Cavalry, So I Asked Father Emperor to Abdicate 三国：开局大雪龙骑，请父皇退位 Dream-Chasing Boy 123追梦少年情123Historical793k WordsCompleted Liu Yu transmigrates to the late Eastern Han dynasty and becomes the eldest son of the emperor. But caught up in a struggle between princes, he is framed by Empress He, exiled to Yanmen, and even hunted down by soldiers! At this perilous moment, Liu Yu activates the Divine Selection System! “Ding! Congratulations, Host, you have received three thousand Snow-Dragon Cavalry!” “Ding! Congratulations, Host, you have received two thousand Imperial Guards!” “Ding! Congratulations, Host, you have recei 4.6kReads8.4Score374Shelves
43. 93 开 A Heirloom Jade Seal from the Start: From Building a Village to Founding a Nation 开局一个传国玉玺，从建村到建国 White-Clad Reincarnation白衣轮回Sports1.4M WordsCompleted [Massively multiplayer online game] [Lord] [No System] [Ruthless] [Slow burn] [Steady development] [Maxed-out luck] (A historical mash-up featuring civil officials and military generals from every dynasty, including characters from historical romances. The dynasty featured here is entirely new.) Qin Yu is reborn before the game launches. Starting as the village chief of a tiny player settlement, he rises to become the ruler of A New World! Emperor Zhou: “I have Eunuch Zhao, Prime Minister Qin, G 7.3kReads8.2Score603Shelves
44. 94 新 The New Shun, 1644 新顺1644 A Book of Nonsense一本八道说胡话Historical426k WordsOngoing [Peasant Rebel Army Perspective + Research-Oriented + No Golden Finger, No System] (Late Ming Dynasty, research-oriented, a people's history perspective, no System, and a somewhat slow start.) You can think of it as a prequel fanfic to New Shun 1730, or perhaps a sort of tribute. 2.9kReads8.3Score245Shelves

    Reader note

    The protagonist is Li Guo, watching the Great Shun dynasty turn the tide after defeating a strait behind a rock.

45. 95 红 Secret Records Behind the Red Walls: A Complete History of China's Unofficial Past, Unabridged 红墙秘录：中国野史大全（无删节完整版） Xu Xiaotian许啸天Historical2.7M WordsCompleted This complete collection is like a secret key unlocking the hidden chambers of China's imperial past, guiding readers into shadowy corners that official histories leave shrouded in secrecy. From the ancient legends of Unofficial History of the Xia and Shang to the imperial passions and court intrigues of The History of the Imperial Harem in the Song Dynasty, The History of the Imperial Harem in the Ming Dynasty, and Unofficial History of the Yuan Dynasty; from the extravagant excesses of The Ero 1.6kReads9.3Score256Shelves

    Reader note

    This is the pinnacle of historical fiction!

46. 96 大 The Peerless Thief of Great Qin 大秦之无双盗帅 Confucian Li Changqing儒家李长青Anime Fanfiction1.4M WordsCompleted Li Xuanqing transmigrates into the martial world of the Qin Dynasty and obtains the Thief Marshal System. “Ding! Host successfully stole an item. Reward: three years of cultivation and the peerless lightness skill Moonlight Fragrance.” “Ding! Host successfully stole an item. Reward: three years of cultivation and the peerless martial art Little Li’s Flying Daggers.” “Ding! Host successfully stole an item. Reward: six years of cultivation and the Celestial Heart Method, Eternal Life Formula.” “Di 330Reads8.9Score—Shelves
47. 97 霸 The CEO’s Wife and Her Lazy Son-in-Law 霸总娘子和她的咸鱼赘婿 Jun Lingyue君灵月Historical1.7M WordsCompleted After transmigrating into the most miserable son-in-law in history, Lu Heng was thrown out of his in-laws’ home for being utterly useless. With one poem, “Prelude to Water Melody,” he made a name for himself in Hangzhou, and wealthy women paid a fortune for his company. Everyone said merchants were beneath respect. He was determined to become richer than a kingdom and build a business empire that transcended the ages. Everyone said scholars were useless. He formed a secret guard, trained private 214Reads5.5Score—Shelves

    Reader note

    This is a transmigration story about a modern-day 9-to-5 office worker trying to survive in an alternate dynasty. No system, no cheat codes—just a modern-day 9-to-5 worker struggling to survive! If his IQ isn't high enough, his wife will make up for it; if his martial arts skills are lacking, he'll have plenty of subordinates. Ancient people aren't stupid; for a modern person, surviving in ancient times is a challenge. Don't always rely on the imperial examinations; it's like the modern saying, "Go to university to change your fate!" If you're tired of formulaic face-slapping and ninja/green turtle stories, this might be a good read. It's not a wish-fulfillment story; if you mind, please don't read it. Goodbye! The female lead is well-developed. It's a bit unclear whether this is a male-oriented or female-oriented story; it's more of a gender-neutral narrative.

48. 98 岳 The Legend of Yue Fei 岳飞传 Lord of the Pearl-Returning Tower还珠楼主Historical161k WordsCompleted A historical epic novel by Huan Zhu Lou Zhu. Based on the life of Yue Fei, the famous Southern Song general who fought against the Jin, it begins with Yue Fei learning martial arts as a boy and vowing to serve his country. It vividly depicts how he formed the Yue Family Army, fought the Jin forces, and won one victory after another, until he was framed by treacherous officials and met a tragic end. The novel celebrates his unwavering loyalty and devotion to his country. 990Reads9.6Score—Shelves
49. 99 大 Judge Dee: Cracking the Case 大唐狄公案·破局 Mo Yu莫逾Mystery196k WordsCompleted What makes this book a great read: the victims’ bizarre deaths, painstaking deduction, and a style that shifts from witty and humorous to serious and meticulous. It’s a boy’s version of The Cases of Judge Dee and a Tang Dynasty version of The Washing Away of Wrongs! Rather than sketching out the plot in broad strokes, the story offers detailed, vivid depictions of the crime scenes. This makes the cases feel authentic while keeping the focus on the investigations! The Golden Mystery, The Secret T 1.6kReads9.3Score101Shelves
50. 100 铁 Iron Horses and Icy Rivers Haunt My Dreams 铁马冰河潜入梦 2 Things, Nothing Accomplished2事无成Historical1.6M WordsCompleted #Alternate history, passion, warfare, political intrigue, romance, defending home and country# Watch a passionate young man grow step by step on the battlefield. Watch him ride across the land, settling scores and savoring every victory. Passion, comrades-in-arms, warfare, political intrigue, revenge, and romance: watch how he uses hard work, resilience, intelligence, and courage to protect the Great Chu Dynasty. 1.2kReads8.4Score104Shelves

    Reader note

    My two favorite historical war novels, especially the second one. It's a new book with a new story and plot, and it's written with great detail. If you don't like it, feel free to come online and criticize me [currently working on a draft]. #HistoricalFiction, WarIntrigue#

Other lists with I Became the Wanli Emperor's Crown Prince, So Whoever Wants the Red Pill Can Eat It