Revisiting Western Fantasy 重温西方玄幻

1. 1 西 Western Fantasy: The System Actually Wants Me to Pay for Everything 西幻：系统竟要我倒贴 Loves Sweet Sweet Flower Chicken爱吃甜甜花酿鸡Eastern Fantasy1.1M WordsCompleted Transmigration · Western Fantasy · Anti-System · Comedy · Adventure · Laid-Back Daily Life · Beast-Eared Girls (This novel is a slow burn, so please stick with it through the first five chapters.) “What do you mean I have three days to turn in the prize I drew?” The newly transmigrated young man, who had given up on trying, stared at his System in bewilderment. Other people’s Systems gave them divine gear, spirit pets, beauties, and pills just for checking in. So why was everything different for 572Reads7.3Score102Shelves

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   The writing is solid, the plot is decent, and the main character's companions are well-developed and have distinct personalities. PS: There are some questionable plot holes in the latest chapters. I suggest the author avoid making any mistakes. Readers want a satisfying experience, not frustration followed by attempts to salvage the situation. Please, please, please, please be aware of these potential pitfalls.

2. 2 除 Isn't Treating You Enough? Do I Have to Be Cute Too? 除了治疗，还得负责可爱吗？ Motorcycle Cute摩托可爱Eastern Fantasy807k WordsOngoing [Western fantasy found-family ensemble + main story has no romance] Soft, adorable little boy / beloved group priest / ensemble cast / funny everyday life / light novel / RPG / passionate / uplifting / wholesome values / no melodrama / possible couples in bonus chapters Michiel Aster, a devout boy raised in the Monastery of Holy Light, resolutely stepped into the rough-and-tumble world of adventurers to prove that he was a real man who could stand tall and proud 8.2kReads8.9Score1kShelves

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   A fairly traditional story. No romantic pairings, just a team adventure! No time travel or system, the protagonist is a local, a novice priest. A lighthearted team adventure story; see what missions the "Anvil Squad" will complete and how they'll grow together!

3. 3 领 Lord: One Heavy Cavalryman Every Day! 领主：我每天一名重装骑士！ Flying Bird会飞的飞鸟Eastern Fantasy342k WordsOngoing [The rating just came out, but it’ll go up. Thanks for all your support!] [The male lead will never be anyone’s lapdog!] [Three updates a day, and plenty to read!] After transmigrating to a world of swords and magic, Zhuang Hua found humanity scraping by in abject misery. Elves were arrogant, dwarves skilled smiths, witches mysterious, beastfolk savage, and centaurs nomadic. The many races were locked in constant war, where the strong preyed on the weak. At the brink of despair, Zhuang Hua awake 23.6kReads5.4Score1.8kShelves

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   You might want to check this out; it's a Western fantasy lord story.

4. 4 龙 Only a Dragon's Heir Can Make a Pact? That's Me! 龙的传人才可契约？我就是啊！ Wild Phoenix 1983乱凤1983Eastern Fantasy137k WordsOngoing Good news: I transmigrated into a Western fantasy world, where an adult talent test at eighteen revealed that I had inherited the legacy of the ancient primordial Dragon Clan! Bad news: The supreme legacy I chose is considered an "wingless sea dragon" by everyone else. It went extinct ages ago, has no dragon contract, and I was sentenced to a heretic's execution by fire for refusing to kneel before a statue of the God of Light! Even better news: To make the contract, I only need to believe I am 718Reads—Score253Shelves

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   Transmigrating to a strange Western fantasy world, the black-haired, black-eyed protagonist suffers prejudice, is framed by nobles, and is forced to kneel by a divine messenger. He refuses to yield and is about to be sent to the stake.

5. 5 灰 The Dark Magic Puppeteer of Ashenvale 灰谷的黑魔法傀儡师 Water Ghost of the Wuding River无定河的水鬼Eastern Fantasy335k WordsOngoing The ratings have just come in, and word is they’ll go up. [Western Fantasy] [Not an Invincible Protagonist] [Technically Minded Protagonist] [Non-Mystical Magic] [No System] [Irrational Church] [Struggle for Supremacy] A fragment of a modern soul, through a twist of fate, takes over the body of a dark-magic puppeteer in an ancient castle, giving rise to a brand-new soul: our protagonist, Gray. To survive in this society, he studies the forbidden art of puppetry within the castle, cautiously maki 1.6kReads5.5Score145Shelves

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   Grey, the puppeteer in Ashenvale Castle, carries a fragmented soul from the modern world. In Middle-earth, where races coexist, secular monarchies are broken, and the Church dominates the spiritual realm, he rises from a state of quiet endurance to become the mastermind behind the storms of chaos.

6. 6 埃 Erasia: The True Sight 埃拉西亚：真实之视 Got Swagger?带派吗Eastern Fantasy603k WordsOngoing Western Fantasy + Multiple Races + Magic + Adventure + Comedy + No System A boy on the verge of starving to death in a grass hut opens his eyes to find he can see the level of everything. He claws his way out of the mud and rises, step by step, to the pinnacle of his age in a world of blades and blood. 1kReads—Score132Shelves
7. 7 与 With Flowers, Death; With Wind, Life 与花予死，予风与生 The Constant Moon Shines Bright恒月如辉Eastern Fantasy628k WordsOngoing (Possible web-novel titles: Is It Wrong to Seek Truth in a World of Widespread Hypocrisy? or What the Heck? Why Did Someone Suddenly Show Up Beside Me?) (Slow-paced. The first volume focuses mainly on everyday romance. It’s an emotional story, so if you’re going to read the first volume, please give it through chapter 21 before deciding whether to drop it.) (I dedicate this book to this imperfect world.) Note: Literary fantasy, aimed more at male readers. #WesternFantasy #AnotherWorld #Fictional 1.5kReads6.6Score279Shelves

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   Self-promoted, a slow-paced Western fantasy novel with a single female lead, not a wish-fulfillment story; the beginning mainly focuses on the romance.

8. 8 魂 Traveler on the Soul’s Path 魂途旅人 Gaming Continent游戏大陆Eastern Fantasy363k WordsOngoing Claude, a transmigrator, becomes a listener of souls. In a world locked down by the “Great Seal,” he hears the slime’s pure desire to survive, understands the twisted will to live of corrupted monsters, and witnesses the faith born of despair in the followers of evil gods. Every being shines with the unique brilliance of its own life’s journey. He gathers the obsessions of monsters, the last wishes of heroes, the echoes of civilizations, and even the sighs of gods in their final moments... 11Reads—Score—Shelves

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   This book is particularly good.

9. 9 重 Reborn: I Become the Dark Lord 重生后，我成了黑暗主宰 Bully Little Cabbage恶霸小白菜Eastern Fantasy370k WordsOngoing A Western fantasy System story!! A battle of wits between the Supreme Gods, mages, alchemists, elves, beastmen, and wars between empires… Elric transmigrates to a Western magical continent with the strongest System golden finger. He can create an army of his own without limit, level up by devouring magic cores, and advance his troops by fusing them with corpses. Watch as he uses the ultimate golden finger to conquer another world, slay the Demon God, defeat the Twelve Supreme Gods, and become ru 6Reads—Score—Shelves
10. 10 神 Divine Fall Storm 神陨风暴 Brother Niu, Fourth Most Handsome Under Heaven牛哥天下第四帅Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsOngoing Monsters and magical beasts, war-torn empires, elemental temples, the ten High Gods... Alan Smith, a fallen noble with the legendary bloodline of angels, will stir up a storm in this world of magic and battle aura! It all begins with the fall of a god... 1.1kReads6.5Score152Shelves

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    Traditional Western fantasy. Rich plot. Numerous foreshadowing elements. Slow-burn, fast-paced yet exciting story. Enjoy!

11. 11 半 Half the City Wants Me Dead, So I Have to Become an Adventurer 半个城要杀我，我只能去当冒险者 Quanzifang, Ruler of Jiangdong割据江东泉此方Eastern Fantasy226k WordsOngoing When I made half the city my enemy, I thought I'd hit rock bottom. Then I got into more trouble and turned half the city into two-thirds of the city. Now the people hunting me are lined up all the way to the city gate. Nothing for it. Time to run. Destination: the North Sea Sword Adventurers' Guild. I hear they'll take even illegitimate children. As long as you can swing a sword and kill, you can survive. But the crazy book I just picked up says: If you want to live, you have to die once fir 10Reads—Score120Shelves

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    In a perilous Western fantasy world, the protagonist gets into immense trouble, with pursuers blocking the city gates. He flees to an adventurers' guild that accepts outlaws, but an unexpectedly acquired mad book tells him that to survive, he must first confront death.

12. 12 界 Realm Tracks: The Otherworld Arc 界域轨迹：异界篇 Frost and Snow Dance寒霜雪舞Eastern Fantasy2.5M WordsOngoing [Dual Transmigration]+ [Another World]+ [World Fusion]+ [System]+ [Multiple Heroines] Ye Xingyu was an ordinary young man from an ordinary world. One seemingly normal day, a chance encounter came along, and a mysterious System chose Ye Xingyu. From then on, he gained the extraordinary ability to transmigrate to a mysterious game world on another continent. That continent was like something out of a dream. There, the radiance of magic shone with dazzling brilliance. The air was thick with mysteri 768Reads8.2Score107Shelves

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    The protagonist is bound to the [System] and obtains the [Time-Space Bracelet], allowing free travel between modern cities and multi-racial alternate worlds of swords and magic! He gains the [Goddess's Blessing] and the [Dragon God's Bloodline], starting with a [cheat code]? No, this is the standard equipment for the chosen one! On one side is a modern city, on the other an epic adventure in a multi-racial alternate world. The protagonist transforms from a human into a soaring dragon god, his power system exploding! [Learned it][Thumbs up][Smirk]

13. 13 给 A Hymn of Courage for Those Who Grieve 给予哀痛者勇气之赞歌 Wang Ming San Zheng王命三徵Eastern Fantasy251k WordsOngoing [First-person perspective] [Epic fantasy] [Sword and sorcery] [Slow burn] [Growth] [Reincarnated before birth] [Mushoku Tensei-like] [Single heroine] [Devoted romance] [No harem] [No System] (If you're looking for pure wish fulfillment, you can stop reading now.) I once thought reincarnation was a blessing, enough to make up for the misfortunes of my previous life and redeem myself; I once thought the light in the window called “home” could give a wandering soul roots and illuminate the road hom 94Reads—Score106Shelves

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    When you're on the verge of collapse, but you're the savior.

14. 14 被 Picked Up by an Elf Cub 被精灵幼崽捡到 Bai Tailei百太雷Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsOngoing (Western fantasy, swords and magic, DND-style, no System, transmigrating into another body. An old guy’s novel, not a power fantasy. I can’t write with AI, but I do love complaining. I removed spell slots and added fighting spirit to make things more logical.) Because he’s single and has no plans to marry, Ling Yun is bold enough to quit his job when the economy is bad. Then he gets even bolder and shouts out in the middle of the night when he sees someone being bullied. And so, he transmigrates 761Reads6.4Score100Shelves

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    Western fantasy, D&D-like, elves and magic. In an overly realistic alternate world, a native elf cub picks up an Earth traveler...

15. 15 权EN Game of Thrones: Empress of the Sacred Flame 权游之圣焰女帝 Nalan Yunqing纳兰云卿Male-Channel Fanfiction1.3M WordsCompleted A modern female agricultural expert carries her ancestral Dragon Pearl as she transmigrates into the Targaryen family as a princess. She later becomes Viserys’s adopted daughter. She begins a leisurely life of farming, raising dragons, and caring for pets in another world. But the long night is full of danger and treachery, and she has no choice but to command a host of dragons and destroy the invading enemies... 2kReads8.8Score130Shelves

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    Western fantasy novel featuring noble lords

16. 16 梅 The Mei Family’s Sprite Bugs and Gemstone Dragons 梅林家的精灵虫和宝石龙们 Nalan Yunqing纳兰云卿Eastern Fantasy2.2M WordsCompleted Here, magical spirit insects can make crops grow, mighty dragons produce mineral deposits, and all kinds of strange magical beasts roam the continents. Beastmen and barbarians are locked in endless conflict with humanity, while the proud elves keep their distance from humans. Even humanity itself is torn by discord and ceaseless warfare. Arthur, the second son of Viscount Merlin, is unexpectedly possessed by a soul from the modern world. Thus begins his brilliant life of farming and developing h 14.9kReads8.0Score1.1kShelves
17. 17 被 Abandoned by the Hero's Party, I Became the Demon King's Fiancé 被勇者小队遗弃后成了魔王未婚夫 Lu Hanqing路汉卿Eastern Fantasy647k WordsCompleted Every chapter ends with a beautifully rendered, cover-quality illustration. [Swords and Magic] + [One Heroine] + [Sweet Romance] + [Engineering] After transmigrating as a magicless good-for-nothing, Lu Jiu is publicly humiliated by the hero and kicked out of the party. Then the Demon King, Isabella, takes a liking to him! A general of the Demon King's castle: "The Demon King is marrying a worthless guy with no magic? I challenge him to a duel!" When the human holy army reaches the gates, Lu Jiu 1.2kReads6.9Score126Shelves

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    A useless guy with no magic power? That's because you haven't seen his magic crystal weapons. After being abandoned by the hero, Lu Jiu directly taught the Holy Army a lesson with a Gatling gun, and the Demon King's gaze towards him changed from curiosity to starry eyes. 🌿

18. 18 疯 The Unhinged Mercenary Is Still Stealing the Countess’s Thigh-Highs Today 疯批佣兵今天也在偷女伯爵黑丝 Pineapple Ice Bear菠萝冰熊Eastern Fantasy1.3M WordsOngoing Diablo + a beautiful lunatic + an arrogant young lady + a sweet, soft girl + a lighthearted, hilarious, chaotic adventure + a Western fantasy ensemble cast + old friends + pure wish fulfillment ὅ ◡ ὅ ♡ [Beautiful Lunatic] Blood Raven Lena regularly steals Miss Vera's black stockings and blows up the tavern in Rogue Encampment for good measure. [Arrogant Countess] Vera cleans up everyone's messes with a poisoned blade while elegantly sipping tea. “Fools, get on your knees and thank me.” [Ice Mag 181Reads8.0Score—Shelves

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    A Western fantasy novel set in a dark fantasy world reminiscent of God of Destruction. The female protagonist is a haughty countess, a mad mercenary beauty, and a cute little apothecary. The male protagonist is an ice mage, and the main cast includes paladins, barbarians, and Amazons. It's lighthearted, silly, and humorous, featuring swords and magic, lords, the seven demon gods, and archangels. It's a light novel in style, a fast-paced, enjoyable read. [Laughing]

19. 19 那 That Elf Professor Is a Legendary Nature Mage 那名精灵教授，是传奇自然魔法师 GSronEastern Fantasy1.8M WordsOngoing [Light novel + Western fantasy setting + slow burn + magic + no romance + not power fantasy + no System + amnesiac professor + slice of life + female protagonist] Enid Florand. Born of nature, she is the agent of the authorities of “Nature” and “Balance,” a high-ranking immortal: She is known as either a nature spirit or a beast of nature. Enid opened her eyes once more after a long slumber. She had lost her memories and forgotten why she was here. Vast power, excruciating pain, confusion and 878Reads8.2Score107Shelves

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    I'm writing it. I'm writing it.

20. 20 我 I Spend Like Crazy in the Wizarding World 我在巫师世界疯狂氪金 Pay-to-Win Wizard氪金巫师Eastern Fantasy2.3M WordsOngoing Transmigrate to another world and awaken the [Pay-to-Win] ability, with four functions: stat allocation, analysis, proficiency, and simulation. Specialize in mechanical alchemy, from witchcraft-powered armor to hand-built mechanical girls, then conquer endless planes with a mechanical army... Using his wits, he starts with a teacher-student romance, wins the favor of a female bureau chief, enslaves a female assassin and a female crime boss, and becomes the husband of a grand duke… He enslave 21kReads9.2Score2.4kShelves

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    I recommend this Western fantasy book.

21. 21 开 From the Start, I Got a System, and the More Fun I Have, the Stronger I Become 开局获得系统，爽了就会变强 Chen Wunian陈无念Eastern Fantasy580k WordsCompleted [Beast-Eared Girls] [Multiple Heroines] [Fantasy World of Magic] [Invincible] [Cute Little Girls and Mature Women] [Laid-Back] [Everyday Life] She wakes from a nap and transmigrates to another world. Before she knows it, she's become invincible. This is a world of magic and battle auras. There are no humans here, only beastfolk with all sorts of animal ears. 10kReads8.2Score1.3kShelves

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    Western fantasy, magical otherworld, transmigration system plus invincibility, hordes of beast women, protagonist is comparable to a humanoid goblin.

22. 22 魔 The Witch's Growing Pains 魔女小姐的生长痛 Mouse Sauce鼠子酱Modern Romance1.6M WordsOngoing [Immortal Witch Protagonist + BG as the Main Romance, with GB/BL/GL on the Side + Personal Kinks (Nonhuman Characters) + I'm a Demon, So Don't Talk to Me About Morals + Slight Everyone's Favorite Setup + Heroine Is a Genius in Many Fields + Raising Kids Early On (The Story Starts When the Heroine Is Little, and She's a Real Child) + The Blurb Doesn't Cover Everything] (Restrained, self-controlled dragon dad ♂) Smiler was wandering through the forest when he came across a powerful defensive magic 405Reads8.7Score100Shelves
23. 23 双 Two Souls, One Body: Magic in My Left Hand, Taoist Arts in My Right 双魂一体：左手魔法右手道术 Hidden Tide Rises隐潮生Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsOngoing [Two Souls in One Body + Fusion of Two Systems + No System + Mysterious Magic + Profound Daoist Arts + Not Invincible + Takes Off from Chapter 50] Read at your own risk! Warning: This book contains a large number of spells and talismans. Don't try them if you don't have a mana bar, or you'll bear the consequences! Story: A bolt of lightning on a dry day sends the soul of Zhang Shangyang, a modern young Taoist, transmigrating to another world. There, he ends up sharing a body with Alec, the good- 972Reads—Score175Shelves

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    It features divine battles, arena duels, unsolved cases, ruins adventures, research reports, royal succession struggles, total war… in short, it's packed with plot elements!! The writing is smooth, and the premise of two male protagonists sharing a single soul is very creative. A Taoist priest transmigrates to a magical world, but the original owner (the count's son) is still alive, so the two protagonists share a single soul. He can chant magnificent spells and draw intricate talismans. Highly recommended!!

24. 24 玛 Mary, Do You Know? 玛丽，你知道吗？ thermofishModern Romance1.1M WordsOngoing [Western fantasy + historical what-if + scientific superpowers + ensemble cast + serious drama] In the Victorian era, an Eastern girl is brought to Europe. She possesses the same “Trinity” abilities as the legendary “Mary”: mind-reading, control, and healing. Yet she does not believe in miracles. Instead, she uses science to explain supernatural powers, seeking to uncover the mystery of a contract hidden in her bloodline. Theodore, her gentle childhood friend, returns from war covered in scars, 75Reads9.2Score—Shelves

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    New book ratings will be relatively low. [Western fantasy + historical fantasy + science, superpowers + supernatural abilities + slow-burn ensemble cast] A story set in Europe from the Victorian era to World War II, a clever combination of fantasy, supernatural abilities, science, and history. The World War II chapter is currently being serialized daily.

25. 25 我 I Live a Comfortable Life in a Fantasy World 我在奇幻世界活得很安逸 A Billion Stray Cats亿只流浪猫Eastern Fantasy3.6M WordsOngoing [Mage, slice of life, academic research, magic theory, half food story, male-oriented, one female lead, detailed otherworld survival, slow burn, extensive setting and character descriptions.] (If any of the above are dealbreakers for you, it's best not to read this, or you may find it uncomfortable.) Graduate student Liang Xia wakes up after dying suddenly during an experiment and inexplicably reincarnates as a dying stray child in another world. Magic dazzles here and magical beasts roam ever 34.9kReads8.8Score4.1kShelves

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    I highly recommend this Western fantasy novel 🔥 Magic theory-oriented fantasy [Already hooked] It starts with a hungry transmigrated boy who earns his right to survive inch by inch, goes to academy to study, and even replicates human delicacies!

26. 26 伊 Continent of Iya: Card God 伊亚大陆：卡神 One Scallion Short少根葱Eastern Fantasy1.4M WordsOngoing [Western Fantasy] + [Growth] + [Magic] + [Cunning] + [Multiple Races] The magical world of the continent of Eya is a place of rival nations and constant intrigue. The continent is home to a dazzling array of peoples: humans, elves, dwarves, orcs, fishfolk, reptilians, undead, and more... Lin Ta transmigrates to this otherworldly continent. Before he can get his bearings, he finds himself a prisoner, being escorted somewhere. Magic is everything in this world. The strength of your magic determine 65Reads8.0Score—Shelves

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    Western fantasy, magic, strategy, multiple races, late-game warfare, godhood.

27. 27 红 Red Dragon Empire 红龙帝国 Maples Stir in Form枫动于形Eastern Fantasy1.7M WordsCompleted After transmigrating as a Red Dragon, he masters the Heart of the Elements and embarks on a journey of evolution. He thought he could grow normally and reach the pinnacle, but disaster is always on his heels. When Heaven’s Punishment descends, even the Red Dragon Emperor is forced to unleash a despairing roar, facing the hopeless enemy he was destined to confront from the moment he was born. 2.5kReads8.4Score251Shelves

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    You can give it a try.

28. 28 红 The Red Dragon Throne 红龙王座 Maples Stir in Form枫动于形Eastern Fantasy181k WordsOngoing The ultimate campaign to become an Angel Dragon and ascend to the divine throne: the story of the Red Dragon Claudius Alsace! On the ancient continent of Interlanka, a girl and a red dragon embark on the happiest and most difficult journey of their lives. One day, when the crimson lotus blooms across the wasteland and the sacred moon falls to earth, the girl will finally transform into a dragon, and the young red dragon will grow up and ascend the oldest throne, kindling the flames of the end. 61Reads—Score—Shelves
29. 29 不 I'm Done Pretending! The Duke's Daughter Is a Hopeless Romantic 不演了！公爵大小姐她纯爱啊 Xie Bufei邪不绯Ancient Romance676k WordsCompleted [Western Fantasy / Multiple Races / Ensemble Cast / Slow Burn / Magic / Adventure / Multiple Male Leads] An Jie Li is the heroine of this Western fantasy novel. The world revolves around her, and everyone loves her. She was supposed to live a kind, beautiful, happy life, but that peaceful existence shattered one day. She suddenly gained the ability to hear the thoughts of transmigrators. They had Systems, too, and kept approaching her, deceiving her, exploiting her, hurting her, and trying to 137Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Women who prefer Western fantasy, pick me! [Send heart]

30. 30 神 Gods May Fall, but I Reject the Name: I Refuse to Be the Grim Reaper's Heir 神陨不承名：我拒做死神继承者 Chives Aren't Winey韭菜不是酒yEastern Fantasy785k WordsCompleted The Gods May Fall, But They Won’t Take My Name: Refusing to Become the God of Death’s Heir Swords and magic, but every blow hits at the level of the laws of reality! The original self saves his clone by running a sword through his own heart, then stuffs his brother’s ribs into a coffin before dying; The clone tempers his heart into a demon’s, then kneels and cries, “God, I was wrong!”; The original self, with golden hair, returns from tens of thousands of years ago. The moment his holy sword o 9Reads—Score—Shelves

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    [Soul Resonance] With each sword strike Ansrid takes, the clone's soul becomes more transparent. As the older brother screams in agony, "Brother, go back!", The clone shatters the godhood of the God of Slaughter: "There's no going back. From the moment you were in pain—I was destined to shatter here for you."

31. 31 重 Reborn in Mount & Blade: I Fell in Love with Ymira 重生骑马砍杀世界之我爱上雅米拉 White Ash白石灰Anime Fanfiction833k WordsOngoing Do you love the thrilling wars of the Middle Ages? The difficult journey of growth for a lord and his knights? Dark humor with a light touch? Recruiting heroes, beautiful women, and magical dragons? If any of that excites you, turn to the first page... 40Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Lord Knight, Magical Dragon

32. 32 成 After Becoming the Succubus King, My Job Is to Comfort Others 成为魅魔国王后，我的任务是慰问 Silver Sun银色太阳Eastern Fantasy278k WordsCompleted Your Majesty! After becoming the king of the succubi, You must, each day from sunset onward, personally visit one of your subjects' homes to offer your "comfort." The heart of this comfort lies in listening, in sharing their lives, and in using your unique living presence to temporarily rekindle the "heartflame" of a subject on the verge of burning out. The process must follow ancient rites to ensure the purity of the energy exchange and the safety of your subjects. This concerns the very founda 273Reads—Score—Shelves

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    If you're looking for something to read, this is a must-read! A top-tier fantasy and heartwarming story! The succubus king comforts his people daily, using listening and empathy to redeem their souls. The premise is novel and full of warmth, suitable for all reading tastes.

33. 33 光 Between Light and Shadow: The Cowardly Knight 光影之间：懦弱的骑士 Riding a Donkey Across the Tianshan Mountains骑驴走天山Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsCompleted Amid the endless struggle between light and darkness, a storm that will shake the divine realms is quietly drawing near. The thousand-year pact once sanctioned by the Father God of Creation has shattered with a roar. Athena's divine spear and Lucifer's black wings herald the renewed clash between gods and demons. Hyperion, God of Light, and Erebus, God of Darkness, are preparing for war. Behind them, the gods covet the flesh and blood of every race, seeking only to sate their insatiable hunger f 147Reads—Score—Shelves

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    In the traditional fantasy novel *Between Light and Shadow: The Cowardly Knight*, Holy Mountain Academy serves as the soul of the protagonist Sen's growth and transformation, the core driving force behind his development. Holy Mountain Academy boasts unparalleled faculty, whose instructors excel from the pinnacle of magic and knighthood. They are not only exceptionally skilled but also possess rich experience and teaching expertise. In magic classes, the instructors vividly explain complex magical principles to Sen, allowing him to gradually grasp the essence of magic. During knight training, they personally demonstrate and correct every movement, honing Sen's swordsmanship and horsemanship. The instructors' meticulous guidance acts as a beacon, illuminating the fog on Sen's path to growth. The academy's social environment also greatly promotes Sen's development. Here, he meets all sorts of classmates, from kind and friendly companions to arrogant and rude noblemen. Interacting with his companions allowed Sen to experience the warmth and power of friendship, learning trust and mutual assistance; while conflicts with noble children ignited his fighting spirit, prompting him to continuously strengthen himself to meet various challenges. These complex social experiences gradually matured Sen's mind. The unique geographical location of Holy Mountain Academy imbued it with unique magical energy. A mysterious magical magnetic field surrounded the academy, imbuing every blade of grass and tree with magical power. Cultivating in such an environment allowed Sen to absorb magical elements more quickly, enhancing his magical perception and affinity. Furthermore, the presence of special magical creatures near the academy provided Sen with rich practical experience through contact and combat. Moreover, the academy's regularly held competitions and academic exchanges offered Sen platforms to showcase himself and learn from others. In the arena, he could compete against other outstanding students, discovering and improving his weaknesses through friendly exchanges; in academic exchanges, he could listen to different perspectives, broadening his thinking and continuously improving his overall strength. Mount Saint Academy provided Sen with comprehensive support in terms of faculty, social interaction, environment, and activities, which is the root of his transformation from timid to strong and from ordinary to extraordinary.

34. 34 纹 Eternal Rune Veins 纹脉永恒 Unworthy of a Pen Name不配笔名Eastern Fantasy518k WordsCompleted A middle-aged man from Earth who has given up trying is taken by a mysterious stranger to a fantasy continent teeming with myriad races. Here, spiritual power, magic power, and mental strength fuse into the power of Vein Patterns, which determines one's strength. He also becomes a “Paragon,” a being of the highest rank. Awakening skills is basically a matter of luck: you might awaken magic and martial techniques at the same time, or even the power to command laws. You might sweep everything befo 4Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This one is good.

35. 35 苟 Laying Low in the Beginner's Village, the Saintess Imagines Me into Godhood 苟在新手村，圣女把我脑补封神 Swiftwind Kirito疾风桐人Eastern Fantasy944k WordsOngoing [#Western fantasy #transmigrated to another world #System-based #everyone thinks the protagonist is a hidden mastermind #misunderstandings and overactive imaginations #obsessive-love rivalry (!)] After transmigrating to another world, he awakens a Plunder System. Killing living beings lets him steal their abilities and talents! He originally planned to follow in Don Quixote's footsteps, roam the continent, and fulfill his dream of becoming a hero. Who knew that on all three of his trips out of t 22.5kReads8.8Score2.7kShelves

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    I sincerely recommend this to those who like characters with contrasting personalities. The protagonist pretends to be an ordinary villager during the day, but secretly grinds monsters at night to accumulate combat power. After rescuing a girl, three obsessive girls regard him as their only support and can't shake him off.

36. 36 魔 Are Witches Supreme? I Am the Spell Thief! 魔女们至高无上？我！窃法者！ From Fresh to Rotten从新鲜到腐烂Eastern Fantasy451k WordsOngoing [Slow Burn] [Steadfast and Patient] [No System + Starts as a Slave + Spiritual Qi Revival = The Witch's Cruelest Master] With the spiritual qi revival, witches awaken. Luo En fell from a noble young master to a slave, until the day a dagger appeared: the Spell-Stealing Dagger. The power to incinerate possessed by the witch Jin Yu: stolen! The poisonous vines wielded by the witch Man Mei: stolen! The Silver Star power of the Witch Lord: stolen! He bides his time beneath the witches' skirts. One d 2.5kReads6.6Score166Shelves

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    It's so good! I watched it while eating, and before I knew it, a lot of time had passed.

37. 37 游 Why Does the Daughter in the Game Just Want to Lie Flat?? 游戏里的女儿为何只想躺平？？ The Golden Kiwi Is So Sweet黄心猕猴桃好甜甜Modern Romance243k WordsOngoing (In short: Western fantasy + magic + comedy + strong heroine. An unconventional heroine, a wildly imaginative plot, and plenty of originality!) This is a hugely popular game these days, a raising sim in which players take on the role of a young girl's father and raise her from age eight to eighteen. When she turns nineteen, she gets her own ending. Hou Youxian is a devoted supporter of the princess ending, but its stat requirements are sky-high. Lately, she's been grinding and spending money lik 46Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Looking for a fresh new fantasy novel? It's a Western fantasy novel with a strong female lead, written in a humorous yet profound style. The female lead has a lot of hilarious and quirky antics, and the main storyline revolves around her adventures in a magical world.

38. 38 兽 The Beast Tide Era: Crystal Corrosion 兽潮纪元：晶蚀 One Fall Cost Me Brain Cells一跤摔没脑细胞Eastern Fantasy314k WordsOngoing [Beast Tides] [War] [Ensemble Cast] [No Cheats, No Dropping the Story and Running] The old era collapsed under the invasion of the beast tides. Survivors huddle in fortresses and walled cities, and human civilization teeters on the brink of extinction. In the midst of the crisis, Beast-Hunting Knights emerge, strengthening themselves with the cores of giant beasts. Their order reclaims human territory from the beasts' claws, giving humanity the means to fight back. The knights gain supernatural 3Reads6.8Score—Shelves

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    To protect his ailing mother, Renn voluntarily underwent a transformation ritual, becoming a Beast Hunter Knight. Every time he uses the power of the crystal core, it's a battle against the madness within him!

39. 39 恶 The Demon’s Abyss Tavern 恶魔的深渊酒馆 The Moon Sets at Night月夜落下Eastern Fantasy445k WordsCompleted The Abyss has no day or night, time or space. But the tavern is always brightly lit, and all sorts of adventurers, merchants, and abyssal creatures gather there to share their experiences and stories. Trading stories for drinks, amid the chaos of the Abyss, the complexity of human nature and the weight of memory will eventually find an echo. 8Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Ideon's demonic power surged forth, enveloping this space shattered like glass. He intended to open a tavern here, making chaos and despair his unique seasoning.

40. 40 无 The Godless Realm: The Empty Throne 无神之境：空王座 Lone Goose Over the Desert漠上孤雁Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsCompleted On a continent where the gods have long since fallen, Prince Faser of the Kingdom of Brook sets out on a journey to the "Land of the Divine Coffin" with the mysterious traveler Aserola, hoping to escape the shadow of his mother's death from illness. Along the way, they meet Pronika, an elf who has lost her memories, and Ya, a girl who shares a life with the Demon King. Their hastily assembled party must fend off one bloodthirsty Demon King after another while contending with the mysterious "Kin 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Give me a thumbs up (눈_눈)

41. 41 不 The Unspeakable: Forced to Woo My Familiar in Another World 不可名状：我被迫在异界攻略眷属 The Broken Er Gouzi崩坏的二狗子242k WordsOngoing (The rating was just posted and will rise later) [Another world] [No System] [Large ensemble cast] [Lovecraftian] [Body transmigration] [Western Fantasy] [Romantic adventure] I transmigrated. I'm Chovy. Could you at least transmigrate me into something decent? From the start, I'm a tentacle monster! But there's bad news: from the start, one of my own followers has been chasing me down to chop me up. She's five years old and has been doing it for over a decade. The rest of my followers are even m 30Reads8.5Score—Shelves

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    Although the plot has a minor flaw, it's undeniably a good book. I wanted more.

42. 42 在 Reborn as a Goblin in a World of Swords and Magic 在剑与魔法的世界重生为哥布林 Xiao Yi Lan Feng Lu小翼兰丰路Eastern Fantasy527k WordsCompleted [Rebirth + Another World + Farming + Lordship + Founding an Independent Nation + Military Industry + No Harem] In Kengta, a world ruled by magic, factions are locked in fierce conflict. Goblins are the weakest race, relying mainly on stone weapons. Mages are so scarce that several clans can’t even scrape together one between them. In this world, Lin Buyun is reborn as a goblin. When magic falls short, technology fills the gap. Farming, animal husbandry, construction, industry, and the military: 276Reads8.1Score—Shelves

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    Recommending one's own books

43. 43 从 From Zero: A Witch’s Road to Revenge 从零开始，魔女的逆袭路 Mu Fangqi木芳琪Modern Romance569k WordsCompleted Please give it a try! Western fantasy! Magic! Adventure! Battles! A fiery tale of revenge! This is the coming-of-age journey of a magical girl. I will smash through every obstacle in my way! It all begins with a raging fire at a monastery, and Mary sets out on a grand and eventful life! From having nothing and being bullied and trampled on by everyone, to wielding power and rising above all others, she goes through one extraordinary adventure after another. Come along and read about the witch Ma 101Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This one! Western fantasy! Magic! Battles and adventures! Growth and courage! Lots of battle scenes! The author has a rich imagination! It's already quite long! Come and read it!

44. 44 逆 Rebel Soul, Become a God 逆魂成神 Chives Aren't Winey韭菜不是酒yEastern Fantasy3.3M WordsCompleted [Reverse Path to Godhood | Decisive and Ruthless | Fiercely Protective | Western Fantasy x Eastern Daoist Arts] Everyone says Carlido is a divine abomination, a madman cursed by his bloodline, born to be spurned by all three realms. But they don't know that he braved the River of Forgetfulness, where death was all but certain, toppled the highest throne in the divine realm, devoured obscure and difficult ancient Eastern texts, and grasped the legacy of ancient cultivators who defied the natural 90Reads—Score—Shelves

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    "Help! The male lead in this book is too ruthless! The ancient god wanted to give him divine power, but he insisted on fighting for it himself, even if it meant having his bones pulled out and reshaped. The excruciatingly painful trials only made him stronger. I'm totally giving it my all!"

45. 45 魔 Demon Sword, Demon King 魔剑魔王 Fu Jinfuzuo伏金佐夫Eastern Fantasy291k WordsOngoing Russell, a boy who longs for legends, becomes the legendary hero himself. Alongside his companions, he sets out on the hero's journey, a road traveled countless times before. Yet he discovers that it is not as familiar as he imagined. What is the strange magic sword in his hand? What is so odd about his mother's origins? And what is the truth behind everything that happened twenty years ago? Overnight, everything becomes unknown: new things, new surroundings, new people... He knows nothing about 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It's really good! I'm someone who can't get interested in reading and can't even read a few pages, but I absolutely love this book. I've already finished the first volume.

46. 46 我 I Came to Earth to Be a God 我到地球来当神 I'm Purple Light我是紫光Ancient Romance1.1M WordsOngoing Female-Led + Interstellar + No System + Eastern Fantasy + Light-Novel Style + Ensemble Cast Growth + One True Pair The title may give the wrong impression that this is a story about a charlatan or a comedy, but the actual story is a slow burn with a vast world. The protagonist, Youtan, is stranded on Earth after a spaceship accident. In search of energy, she travels across the planet alone, eventually journeying with an Earth mage, a young hunter, and others. The story revolves around the power 46Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This one... Gods, mages, a novel concept, go check it out!

47. 47 魔 Free Magic: My Price Is Delightful 魔法零元购：我的代价很曼妙 Cuihua's Fragrance翠花香Eastern Fantasy233k WordsOngoing [Western fantasy + another world + rapid growth + unconventional protagonist + absurdist] In a magical world where every truth comes at a cost, casting spells requires sacrifice, growing stronger requires bloodshed, and flesh, lifespan, and soul are all bargaining chips for power. Every mage climbs upward through sacrifices of flesh and soul, but not Eli. After forging ahead and breaking away from the ranks of the mages, he discovers that, by all appearances, this world might be beyond saving. 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A fast-paced, action-packed Western fantasy novel where the protagonist, living on a magical continent where sacrifice is paramount, gains immense power without needing to offer sacrifices. After leaving the mage faction, he confronts a global crisis and resolves to reshape the world order.

48. 48 曼 Maner’s Journey 曼尔行迹 When the Crane Takes Flight鹤起之时Eastern Fantasy300k WordsOngoing (No System, no brainless protagonist, no clichés, no harem.) Fantasy and magic intertwine, while contracts go hand in hand with protection. Starting with a single badge, Liu Zhou, an outstanding young man from the 21st century, embarks on a fantastical journey. Dragons, elves, churches, kingdoms, even the lost Atlantis: what will happen when chaos breaks out? This is a traveler’s wanderings, a guardian’s long journey, and the story of Man'er. 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    [Admiration][Admiration][Sending Heart]

49. 49 练 A Qi Refining Cultivator Survives in a Magical Continent 练气期的我在魔法大陆苟活 Donghuang Tai'er东皇太二Eastern Fantasy337k WordsCompleted [One Female Lead] [Magic] [Beautiful Girls] Li Na is a second-level Qi Refining novice. She goes with her master and senior brother to deal with an evil cultivator, but they fall into the cultivator's Immortal-Slaying Formation. Her master and senior brother both die, while I transmigrate to a strange continent filled with magic and battle energy. Here, as a Qi Refining cultivator, all I can do is struggle to survive. 4Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A junior disciple who cultivates immortality travels to a magical world.

50. 50 钢 Steel and Sunflower 钢与葵 Ripples of a Dream梦的涟漪Eastern Fantasy1.4M WordsOngoing This is a serious, dark-toned epic fantasy set on an imaginary continent. It features multiple protagonists, intricately interwoven plotlines, and a profound world. Its many elements include historical realism, political intrigue, steampunk, Cthulhu, mystery, and character growth. It is a slow burn, but never drags. Welcome to a world that belongs to no heroes. Here, pure light does not triumph over darkness. Instead, faith and fate clash in a bloody struggle. Supernatural powers are not blessin 271Reads9.2Score239Shelves

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    A great Western fantasy novel with a slightly mind-bending plot. The author's writing is superb, and it gets more and more exciting as you read on.

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