Are Traditional Fantasy Stories a Thing of the Past? 咱们传统玄幻已经没有了吗

1. 1 谁 Whoever Dares Force Him to His Death Will Fall First 谁敢逼他赴死，谁就得先倒下 Du Yuan都鸢Eastern Fantasy584k WordsOngoing This is not a story about a noble, righteous hero. Han Yan is an utterly ordinary man who transmigrated to another world. Other people transmigrate with a System, a wise old mentor, or a golden finger. He got nothing at all and had to claw his way forward on his own. He is cautious by nature and lives by the principle that self-interest comes first. Morality? What is that, can you eat it? When it comes to enemies, if he can fight, he won't waste time talking. If he needs to kill, he won't he 4kReads—Score28814d adds

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   The protagonist is ruthless, profit-driven, loves to exploit others, is a drama queen, and has a harem of beauties. The story follows a path of martial arts foundation building and gradual ascension to immortality. The plot is mind-bending, the map shifts rapidly, and there are numerous exciting moments.

2. 2 九 Nine Hells Heaven-Swallowing Tower 九狱吞天塔 I'm Goose Mo Ming鹅是墨明Eastern Fantasy7.5M WordsOngoing [Classic Fantasy + Invincible Protagonist + Unlimited Devouring + Decisive and Ruthless + Revenge + Power Fantasy + No Harem] In the Great Zhou Dynasty, the Qin family is executed to the last member for becoming too powerful and threatening the throne. Only the young master of the Qin family survives. Driven to the brink, he erupts with power, and the young man obtains the Nine Hells Heaven-Devouring Tower. The tower has nine levels, each entirely different, filled with supreme treasures and pro 27.6kReads8.5Score2k14d adds

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   It's quite good. At first, I didn't think much of it, thinking it was just hype from people who were looking for something to read, but it turned out to be really good.

3. 3 原 Force Battlefield 原力战场 User26208284用户26208284Eastern Fantasy280k WordsOngoing His father and younger sister are abducted by the lord of the Demon Realm. To save them, Ling Feng trains like a madman. But after he leaves the Imperial Royal Force Academy, strange things start happening around him. The demon lord calls him the prince of the Demon Realm, while the imperial royal family treats him with awe and deference. What is the reason behind it all? Find out in The Force Battlefield. —Reads—Score—14d adds
4. 4 出 Born a Harbinger of Disaster, I’m Spoiled by My Entire Family 出生即灾星，全家把我捧上天 A Little Snotty Bear一只鼻涕熊Eastern Fantasy163k WordsOngoing Cursed by bloodshed and incompatible with the forces of nature, I was born with a useless body. Everyone thought I would live an ordinary, unremarkable life. So my entire family kept me under close protection. Only later did I learn that my supposed uselessness was actually a process of comprehending the Dao. Other people’s Dao is the vital energy of heaven and earth, the five elements, and yin and yang. My Dao is the seven emotions of the mortal world: joy, anger, sorrow, fear, love, hatred, an 4Reads—Score—14d adds

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   It's not gimmicky, and it seems alright.

5. 5 独 Alone Against the Ages 独斗万古 Bing Xian冰闲Eastern Fantasy1.3M WordsOngoing In the Age of Dharma Decline, spiritual energy has vanished completely. A young boy who knows the secrets of the Daoist sects is persuaded by an old Taoist priest to travel to another world, beginning a dazzling yet perilous journey to prove the Dao... 782Reads—Score—14d adds

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   Traditional fantasy – well-developed characters, clear logic, fluent writing, a protagonist with meticulous and thoughtful planning, and villains who are consistently intelligent throughout… definitely worth a look from fellow fans! [Add to bookshelf][Add to bookshelf]

6. 6 炼 A Million Years of Body Tempering, Invincible the Moment I Leave the Mountain 炼体百万年，出山即无敌 Content to Sit on the Bench甘坐冷板凳Eastern Fantasy125k WordsCompleted Demons and monsters run rampant across the savage continent. Li Luoke, the greatest body cultivator among humanity, has been in seclusion at the ancestral homeland for a million years. On the day he emerges, the allied forces of three races descend upon them, and humanity is driven back at every turn. A Mahayana talisman rips the sky apart, while humanity’s Divine Transformation cultivators kneel and await death. Li Luoke glances at the golden dragon blotting out the sky and sighs: “That’s 12Reads—Score—14d adds

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   This is one of my favorite books. I hope the author continues to improve. Five-star recommendation.

7. 7 道 The Dao Defying Gods and Demons 道逆神魔 A Man Plays Diao Chan阿瞒戏貂蝉Eastern Fantasy419k WordsOngoing (Traditional fantasy + high-octane action + one female lead + a human-shaped Lu Bu) Love-struck Li Mo transmigrates into another world. In a desperate situation with death all but certain, he glimpses the true meaning of the Great Dao. The origins of gods and demons awaken with a thunderous roar! His Dao seed breaks free of its shell, forging an immortal soul. Divine bones and a demonic body temper him into an unrivaled warrior. An ancient bloodline awakens in a single day, surging and roaring t 18Reads—Score—14d adds

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   (A story of a madman's transformation into a demon, an invincible and exhilarating protagonist, and a human-shaped Lu Bu) Once a lovesick fool, his soul transmigrates to the world of cultivation, only to be reduced to the lowest of servants, subjected to endless humiliation and forced to eke out a living. In the face of death, the supreme origins of the gods and demons awaken within him—the Divine Demon Seed breaks free from its cocoon, the bones of gods and demons reshape his body, his ancient bloodline surges and roars, wielding the power of gods and demons, his might shaking the heavens! From this moment on, his nature is completely transformed, turning him into a madman. He kills without regard for cause or effect, acting only for his purpose, honing his path through slaughter, sustaining his power through battle. From the muddy abyss, he carves out an invincible blood path paved with bones, a path feared even by ghosts and gods! The Tai Xuan Sect, battered and nearly destroyed, was reborn in his hands, rising from the ashes to become an unparalleled lineage standing atop the continent. The Four Symbols Holy Spirit Sect, dominating heaven and earth, bowed down in submission, acknowledging him as their master, and followed him in conquering all realms. His iron hooves shattered the nine heavens and ten earths, and wherever his army pointed, all spirits submitted! He traversed the heavens, sweeping away ancient forbidden zones, and smothering all obstacles; he suppressed dark turmoil, cleansed the universe of its filth; he eradicated the void and the bizarre, protecting his domain. Wherever he went, powerful enemies crumbled, and no one could withstand his might! When the era turned upside down, and the universe crumbled, the void and the bizarre, once suppressed, once again swept across the heavens, flames of war engulfed mountains and rivers, living beings wept blood, and all things withered. Millions of people prostrated themselves in war and despair, their cries echoing throughout the universe: "Lord Taixuan... We beg you to return... Save all living beings..." Just as heaven and earth were about to be overthrown and annihilation was imminent, a faint whisper, yet imbued with boundless divine and demonic power, pierced through the raging flames of war, resounding throughout the ages: "The Dao reverses Yin and Yang, gods and demons are one..."

8. 8 救 Help! This Lousy System Is Making Me Found a Sect! 救命！这破系统让我开宗立派！ The Crying of Xiao Xiao萧萧之鸣Eastern Fantasy2.3M WordsCompleted After transmigrating to another world as a sickly man, the male lead triggers a System: if he fails to save twenty people within three years, he’ll die of his illness. He sets off on a journey to save people, meeting one lovely confidante after another along the way. In the end, he’s forced to found a sect and finds his happy ending. (This is not a cultivation novel.) The premise is fairly fresh, leaving behind the traditional level-up-and-fight-monsters formula. The protagonist is frail at firs 37.3kReads9.2Score3.6k14d adds

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   A light luxury fantasy story!

9. 9 一 Heaven-Dominating Sword 一剑霸天 Eternal Night, Starry River永夜星河Eastern Fantasy9.6M WordsOngoing [A great author's alt account, one heroine, ruthless and decisive. Highly recommended!] Legend has it that there is a realm where one can pursue cause and effect, erasing every trace of an opponent across time and space with a mere sliver of divine power. One can command life and death, make countless worlds rise and fall with a single thought, and annihilate all living beings. One can stand level with the Heavenly Dao, harness the order of the universe, and rule supreme throughout eternity. Thi 341.8kReads9.2Score40.2k14d adds

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   The high-energy plot and sustained updates, with 13.19 million words continuously updated and maintaining a high standard without any padding or dragging, with clear goals and exciting moments at each stage, make it a top-tier e-book, satisfying readers' desire for follow-up content.

10. 10 神 Divine Prison: The Laws of the Gods 神狱：众神法则 Feng Wuming风无名Eastern Fantasy280k WordsOngoing [Xuanhuan] [Otherworld] [Long Novel] [No System] [Dual Cultivation Paths] The world was created by gods. All things were made by gods. Life and death are decided by gods. Right and wrong are judged by gods! The male lead is caught up in a conflict among the gods who were his family’s ancient ancestors. After his ancestor is attacked and erased, his family’s bloodline is wiped out as well... With no other choice, he must survive alone in the world. Though he carries an ancestral divine artifact, 8Reads8.2Score—14d adds

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    🌙A young protagonist who endures hardship! He meticulously plans and breaks through layer after layer of cultivation and worldly constraints! "Step by Step Endurance" + "Cunning Schemes" + "Strict Logic" + "Full of Suspense" The family's heirloom is the young man's only reliance, and it is precisely this item that attracts the world's prying eyes. #TraditionalClassicFantasy #Genesis #IsekaiLongNovel #TomatoOriginal

11. 11 千 A Thousand Lives, Annihilated 千命湮灭 May Our Country Be at Peace愿家国平安Eastern Fantasy143k WordsOngoing "Mystery" "Survival" After falling into a karst cave, Qian Xiao discovers a door deep underground that should not exist. Behind it, a polite, well-mannered man is killing someone. On the brink of death, Qian Xiao blurts out a sentence. The killer hears him and stops. Then he smiles. Now Qian Xiao is sitting in this room, thinking back to those words. Only then does he realize: "The words that once saved me were actually a prophecy" 9Reads—Score—14d adds

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    It's emotionally nuanced, of high quality, and worth watching.

12. 12 掌 Mastering the Ultimate Demonfire to Become a Venerable of the Righteous Path 掌控极品魔火，成就正道天尊 Bitter Sunset凛冽残阳Eastern Fantasy217k WordsOngoing [Fantasy + Ruthless Protagonist + Strong Male Lead + One Female Lead] Han Yan, a disciple of the Supreme Elder of the Kunlun Sect, was once mediocre in talent. Then one day, he obtained the supreme demonic flame, the Flame of Desire, and began his rise to the pinnacle of the Dao! He ascends to the Lower Celestial Realm and becomes a Myriad Forms King. After surviving the Myriad Forms Tribulation, he shatters the void and heads for the Middle Celestial Realm! … As the saying goes: When we meet a 18Reads—Score10814d adds

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    This #traditionalfantasy novel is innovative, with fast-paced leveling up and the protagonist constantly breaking through limits—it's all about pure, exhilarating fun! Start reading now!

13. 13 废 Trash Spirit Root: After Awakening the Sword Bone, I Crush the Entire Sect 废品灵根：觉醒剑骨后踏碎全宗门 Seeking Sound, Seeking Life寻声寻生Eastern Fantasy279k WordsCompleted Lin Jin, a good-for-nothing with a mixed spiritual root, is abandoned by his sect, jilted by his fiancée, and trampled underfoot by everyone. Until he digs up his family grave and uncovers a charred piece of spine. From that moment on, his sword intent reaches the divine, burning through the nine heavens. “You call me worthless?” He smashes through the sect gates and points his sword at the sky. “Today, with mortal bones, I shall prove the eternal Dao.” 9Reads—Score—14d adds

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    It's a well-written book with meticulous details, definitely worth reading.

14. 14 灵 The Path of the Spirit 灵途 Searching for Stars in the Dark暗夜寻星Eastern Fantasy3.0M WordsCompleted Are the legendary immortals, gods, demons, and monsters really fictional? Did a glorious civilization once exist on Mars? Can the limits of life really be broken? On humanity’s first journey from Earth to Mars, the lander is destroyed. The pioneers exploring technological civilization narrowly escape death, only to be carried by a colossal Martian statue into the depths of the stars... But this isn’t transmigration. It’s a journey through the cosmos! This is the same universe, but civilization h 1.6kReads7.4Score16414d adds

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    2026040807🔥🔥🔥 I'm recommending the traditional fantasy novel *Ling Tu* for three reasons! First, this is my own fantasy world as a veteran fantasy reader, and what I've written might be exactly what you're looking for. Second, it features a completely new advancement system, spanning from Earth to Mars and then to endlessly distant cultivation worlds. The protagonist, like myself, drifts through life, and eight or nine out of ten things don't go as planned. While frustrating, this is a true reflection of most people's lives, and I hope everyone has a goal to strive for. Third, I've been writing this book for three years, currently at 2.93 million words. Although there haven't been any recommendations, I want to truly finish this story without regrets; it's a deep-seated conviction. The rallying cry has sounded; we're just waiting for you!

15. 15 荒 Lord of the Desolate Firmament 荒穹之主 Wintry Ghost Flame凛冬幽炎Eastern Fantasy2.1M WordsOngoing [Traditional fantasy + multiple heroines + no System + satisfying battles + slow-burn] When chaos first took shape, heaven and earth were one, and countless sacred artifacts were born. Donghuang Taiyi, leader of the Donghuang clan, used the foremost sacred artifact, the Donghuang Bell, to bring the Primordial Wasteland to an end and divide the two realms. After that, heaven and earth were incomplete, and no more sacred artifacts came into being. Donghuang Hanyu was just born, yet a “Primordial S 4.9kReads9.2Score45714d adds

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    Classic traditional fantasy, no system, no wildly imaginative plot twists, multiple female leads, clear romantic storylines, the protagonist gradually grows stronger, decisive in battle, the pacing is excellent, it's simply entertaining.

16. 16 混 The Chaos Creation Tribulation 混沌创世劫 I Love Good Food, Not the Throne不爱江山爱美食Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsOngoing Leaping from the Sacred Flame Altar, his body was burned to ashes, while his soul was pulled by an inexplicable force and reborn in another life... Yet time and space fell into disarray. The timelines before and after his rebirth became intertwined, leaving gaps and fractures... Here you'll find a passionate story, lively and witty characters, and tearjerking moments that will strike a chord with you... 56Reads—Score—14d adds

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    This traditional fantasy novel, without a system, rebirth, or mindless plot, boasts a fast pace, a logical storyline, and numerous exciting moments, making it a culmination of traditional fantasy elements. The latest chapter features the male lead forcefully pursuing the female lead, leaving readers breathless with excitement! ...

17. 17 元 Legend of the Primordial Spirit Heroes 元灵英雄传 Cute and Handsome小萌帅Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsCompleted Once upon a time, the realms of Heaven and Earth were connected. The gods of the heavenly domains protected humanity, while mighty human martial cultivators roamed the world. The alliance between gods and humans held the foreign races of the earthly realm and the demons of Heaven’s domains at bay, temporarily halting their expansion. But then the Gate between Heaven and Earth suddenly closed. The gods fell or vanished, and humanity’s great powers dwindled and withdrew from the world, leaving man 617Reads—Score—14d adds

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    I highly recommend this book, it's amazing!

18. 18 被 After a Bat Bit Me, I Became Invincible in a Turbulent Age 被蝙蝠咬后，我在乱世无敌 Floating Moon, Seventh Day浮月初七Eastern Fantasy101k WordsOngoing Demons and monsters run rampant across a world in chaos. Chen Shi is bitten by a mutant bat and awakens the abilities of a vampire. He can grow stronger by absorbing the blood of demons and monsters. He won't kill indiscriminately, and he isn't a bleeding heart. A leveling-up story. 104Reads—Score—14d adds

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    I absolutely love this leveling-up story that doesn't involve indiscriminate killing or overly sentimental characters! The book is set in a chaotic world overrun by demons, where ordinary people live hand to mouth. The protagonist's power comes from absorbing demon blood, originating from a dangerous attack in the mountains. The first chapter sets the atmosphere perfectly and is definitely worth reading.

19. 19 源 The Era of the Primordial Source 源初尊纪 Hua Niao Feng Yue华鸟枫月Eastern Fantasy1.6M WordsOngoing [Tomato Exclusive · Traditional Fantasy · Decisive and Ruthless · the Myriad Worlds · Dual Cultivation of Alchemy and Martial Arts] Tang Feng of the Southern Qi clan falls from fortune in a single day, becoming a “good-for-nothing” everyone can bully. At the brink of despair, he accidentally awakens a mysterious stone pagoda and learns a lost art of alchemy from an ancient remnant soul! No System, no way back! He breaks through with alchemy and reaches the divine through martial arts, defying he 1.3kReads8.1Score10814d adds

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    With a stable daily update of 5000+ words, the book has reached 640,000 words and its vast world-building is beginning to take shape. This book blends traditional fantasy and Eastern fantasy elements, featuring a solid protagonist development and well-developed world-building, making it especially suitable for readers who enjoy action-packed underdog stories and grand conspiracies.

20. 20 界 Worldsea Heavens: The Emberfire Gate 界海诸天：烬火天门 Old Wine Chenfeng老酒辰枫Eastern Fantasy391k WordsOngoing The myriad heavens are not a naturally formed cluster of worlds, but a vast prison linked together by ancient heavenly gates. In the name of safeguarding order, the Alliance of All Worlds extracts the essence of weaker worlds to sustain the long-dead Divine Court of the High Heavens, disguising sacrifices of entire realms as a means of suppressing the Black Tide. Ning Jin, a young blacksmith from the Qingxuan Realm, awakens the incomplete Heavenly Gate Seal within a black boundary stele after hi 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Fans of multiverse fantasy shouldn't miss this! Don't mistake it for a typical time-travel, monster-slaying story; its world-building is full of twists and turns. The once-powerful divine court has long since crumbled, and the so-called order is maintained only by sacrificing weaker worlds. A young blacksmith, burdened by the death of his adoptive father, embarks on a journey, awakening the power of the Emberfire, but each use of it results in the loss of his memories. Together with his companions, he travels through countless worlds, transforming from an avenger into a guardian. Instead of simply destroying everything, he devises another way to save all worlds. The plot is both thrilling and poignant, becoming increasingly addictive as it unfolds. 🔥

21. 21 你 You're Just a Useless Spirit Root, So How Did Drawing Talismans Make You Immortal? 你一个废灵根，咋就画符长生了？ Please, Hear Me Out请君听我言Eastern Fantasy262k WordsCompleted [Mortal Cultivation] [No System] [Cautious] [Upright Values] [Decisive and Ruthless] [Intelligent Protagonist] [Slow Burn] Xu Changsheng transmigrated to the cultivation world, becoming a cultivator with a useless Five-Element spirit root. Given a second life, he refused to settle for an ordinary existence and resolved to cultivate by drawing talismans. Heaven rewards diligence. Through sheer determination, he gained the recognition of the [Broken Talisman]. From then on, drawing talismans no lo 194Reads—Score11614d adds

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    I recommend a brand new novel with a pure "mortal protagonist" style. The story unfolds gently, the characters are vivid, the protagonist is intelligent, and the plot unfolds step by step. Friends who like the "mortal protagonist" style should not miss it.

22. 22 故 No Strangers in the Old Home 故中无陌 The Moon Is Not Shy月不羞Eastern Fantasy215k WordsOngoing An age of upheaval is rolling in. Heroes rise across the land, while peerless prodigies blaze like shooting stars, brilliant but fleeting. Looking back through the endless river of time, past, present, and future intertwine. Mountains of bones, countless threads of karma, and the sacrifices of untold lives have bought only a sliver of hope. In the Earthly Immortal Realm, a young man of the Qin family lies in wait. As the curtain of troubled times slowly rises, the era that belongs to him begins. 16Reads—Score—14d adds

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    It's definitely worth watching.

23. 23 苍 The Vast and Empty Cosmos 苍茫虚霩 Qiu Jizhuoma求吉卓玛Eastern Fantasy1.6M WordsCompleted 🔥 The epic Eastern fantasy novel The Vast Expanse is available to read in full for free! Across the three thousand great worlds, the Vast Expanse is the only “cleansing ground.” The four clans of Earth, Water, Fire, and Wind stand guard, suppressing the endless resentment of the Demonheart Planet. Beneath the Rift of the Void lies the secret of destruction and rebirth. For every sacrificial rite, the strongest must offer themselves up to ensure the world’s survival. The boy Nan Fa appears ordina 130Reads8.3Score—14d adds

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    This novel uses the "arising of the world" concept from the *Śūraṅgama Sūtra* as its grand backdrop, deeply integrating the four elements, five elements, and yin and yang. Living in this world, we all seek to rid ourselves of inner demons, and the novel reflects this. The protagonist, determined to cleanse himself of demonic influences, discovers after many trials that gods and demons are inherently one, their energies not mutually suppressing each other, but rather coexisting harmoniously. The story unfolds with the stunning appearance of the female protagonist disguised as a man. The Kunling Kingdom resembles a meticulously crafted diagram of yin and yang energy purification; the miasma sea symbolizes the energy of our endless desires; Mount Huozhou hints at the imperfect divine body. And the earth-emerging lotus represents the foundation for our steadfast cultivation amidst rampant materialism. With its vast and complex character backgrounds, the novel comprehensively presents profound concepts of self-cultivation, taking you on a breathtaking and fantastical journey of spiritual practice. Come and explore!

24. 24 木 The Legend of Muling Mountain: A Love Story 木灵山传奇之情缘 Hi, Orange嗨橘子Ancient Romance284k WordsOngoing In his previous life, Liuchuan was a mere pawn in the Six Realms. He gave his life for the greater good, but was fortunate enough to be reincarnated. His master, Yunzhou, swore to protect his apprentice and ensure he lived a peaceful, carefree life. But as Yunzhou’s past is revealed, the pair face even greater challenges and discover that they are both caught in the same game. Yet these two pawns gradually slip beyond the players’ control. A game within a game, spanning the Six Realms. From cult 6Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The Journey of Masters and Disciples in the Six Realms is a slow-burn, slice-of-life ensemble piece with multiple main characters.

25. 25 感 The Spirit of the Gratitude Artifact 感师器灵 Wuguan Zhonglangjiang巫管众郎将Eastern Fantasy907k WordsOngoing Journey to a world of soul-sensitives in a parallel universe, where the Eastern Wei, Western Wei, and Southern Liang coexist during the Northern and Southern Dynasties. What fierce sparks will fly when sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch, and thought, along with sound, scent, color, flavor, touch, and the dharma, are used to drive soul power and energy? Stay tuned! —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A very fulfilling reading experience, thank you author.

26. 26 莲 Lotus Guest 莲客 I'm a Little Bear我是小熊呀Rural Life701k WordsOngoing [Two scientist transmigrate + Rational cultivation + No System + Long-running journey across worlds] “Stop the seventh group’s experiment. Do not cross the boundary.” On the day an underground sun rose, scientist Li Guanhuan received a warning that should not have existed. Following its trail, he and his partner Lu Hengshan entered the mist-shrouded mountains of the northeast. When they opened their eyes again, they were lying inside a giant lotus in another world. Here, they were called “Lotus 35Reads—Score21814d adds

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    If you're looking for something to read, check this out! After breaking free from your prison and escaping the village, uncover the truth behind the darkness of the Divine Palace and glimpse the past of a complete cultivation civilization.

27. 27 诸 The Heavens Collapse 诸天大崩溃 Ice Sea 83冰海83Eastern Fantasy910k WordsCompleted Civil engineer Lin Shan transmigrates into a world of warring immortal sects, becoming a refugee. The immortal sects battle for supremacy, while ordinary people are treated like grass. He puts down his butcher’s knife, picks up his blueprints, and starts “the first construction company in the immortal world.” While immortals fight to the death over spirit stones, he issues stocks and builds an immortal-world Wall Street. When the war between gods and demons breaks out, he discovers that the true 2Reads6.7Score114d adds

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    A civil engineering tycoon's legendary journey of building infrastructure in the immortal realm, from a refugee to a financial magnate, full of high-energy moments, a must-read for those looking for something to read.

28. 28 灵 Lingqi 07 灵棋07 Super Meat Lover wo超级爱吃肉woEastern Fantasy247k WordsCompleted A cultivation novel: (You and I are both living beings upon the board of Heaven and Earth, but every step I take is by my own choice! My heart is my own player!) Cultivation realms: Jade Mystic (ten stages + the Ultimate Realm) → Heavenly Clarity (nine stages) → Mystic Clarity (five stages) → Mystic Clarity: Ultimate Realm Demon realms: Lesser Demon → Greater Demon → Demon King Weapons: Mortal Arms (ranks 1–9) → Spirit Arms (low, middle, and high grades) → Ultimate Spirit Arms → Hongmeng Immorta 20Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Yes. There are still some.

29. 29 诀 The Dao-Cutting Art 诀天道 Yue Xin Hengtian月信恒天Eastern Fantasy1.2M WordsOngoing (No mindless protagonist, no clichéd plot, a cunning lead, fully realized characters, no System, twin swords) The twin swords ring out, cleaving the heavens. Let souls be severed and bones torn out as you will. The world shall know no more bloody storms. I am both demon and god! With everything shattered, can it be made whole again? Faced with the shackles of fate, he will cut them apart with his twin swords! The gods and demons wage war for a hundred years. The Heavenly Dao is merciless, treati 3.6kReads—Score28914d adds

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    A niche dual-sword style, not mindless or unsystematic, but classic yet with the author's own unique approach: wielding two swords to cut down everything! The protagonist is incredibly cunning from beginning to end, using his wits and ingenuity to defeat all enemies. The pacing is a bit slow, so I hope fellow fans can offer some guidance! 🤭

30. 30 十 Ten Realms: I Was Ordinary 十界：我本平庸 Sanqi Confused Fish三七糊涂鱼Eastern Fantasy1.8M WordsOngoing (We are all ordinary people. Some say they don’t understand what I’m writing! The truth is, I simply want to tell the story of an ordinary person who keeps growing, improving, and learning. He feels lost and helpless, never knowing what to do. His life is full of stumbles, but through repeated setbacks and lessons, he slowly grows! Some people are born in Rome, while he is stuck in the mud. In Rome, it’s easy to cross the finish line. But there’s something all the more inspiring about perseverin 7.1kReads9.1Score59514d adds

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    Me! Me! Me! Brother, please take a look! 💕💕💕

31. 31 废 Useless? I Awakened the Eternal Divine Physique from the Start 废物？我开局觉醒了万古神体 User71208294用户71208294Eastern Fantasy382k WordsCompleted (Traditional fantasy, no System, fantasy, underdog's rise, cultivation, Ancient Divine Physique, decisive and ruthless, multiple heroines) Ye Chen, young lord of the Ye family, is unable to cultivate because of his blocked meridians. Mocked as a once-in-a-century failure, he awakens the Ancient Divine Physique and rises against the heavens. 379Reads6.2Score10214d adds

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    Recommend some books

32. 32 废 The Good-for-Nothing’s Rise: From the Start, I Obtained the Chaos Pearl 废材逆袭，开局获得混沌珠 User71208294用户71208294Eastern Fantasy271k WordsCompleted (Traditional fantasy, no System, good-for-nothing rises to greatness, Chaos Pearl, multiple heroines) Lin Feng, a collateral clan member of the Lin family in Qingyang City, was born with a blocked dantian and branded a good-for-nothing at cultivation. He endured constant bullying from the clan’s direct line. At his darkest hour, he accidentally awakened the mysterious jade pendant he had worn since childhood. It turned out to be the Chaos Pearl. Not only did it repair his dantian, it also create 560Reads—Score11214d adds
33. 33 玄 Mastering the Mystical World 玄门纵横天下 Boat on a Snowy River风雪江上舟Eastern Fantasy623k WordsOngoing The ratings are in! [Ensemble Adventure] [Mystery and Deception] [Passionate Xianxia] [No System] [Plot Twists] Good and evil turn in endless cycles; right and wrong are hard to distinguish, and reality and illusion blur together. The cultivators of the Mystical Sect exorcise demons and defend the Way, but after countless twists and turns, they finally realize: the most evil demon is the human heart! Earthfire surged, and the spiritual veins beneath the land suddenly collapsed. The ghost-demon c 141Reads8.3Score—14d adds

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    Completely devoid of a system, purely plot-driven, highly immersive, featuring thrilling battles, satisfying dialogue, cunning plot twists, and blurred lines between good and evil—a book definitely worth reading! 👍W

34. 34 从 From Monster Cultivator to Immortal Longevity 从妖修开始修仙长生 Pear Blossom Lover花痴梨Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsCompleted This is the coming-of-age story of a half-demon youth who defies fate, and an epic romance about two people from different social classes making their way toward each other. A handsome young man accidentally wanders into the territory of demon cultivators and awakens his demon bloodline, beginning a dazzling and legendary life. Across the desert sands and through the snowy winds of the north, he is crushed and ground into the dirt time and again, only to stubbornly break through the earth once 3.5kReads9.3Score45114d adds

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    Not mindless, not stupid, and without any ridiculous cheat codes!!! A very readable traditional fantasy novel, unfolding from the unique perspective of a demon cultivator, with solid content and excellent writing.

35. 35 逆 Defying the Dao, Forbidding Heaven 逆道禁天 Ten-Mouthed Idler十口闲人Eastern Fantasy446k WordsCompleted To him, the seals and formations in secret realms, deadly lands, eerie dimensions, and immortal tombs are all exploitable loopholes! Even ancient ruins beyond the reach of mighty cultivators are no match for him. He casually seizes control of their forbidden formations and comes and goes as he pleases. Others risk death to enter forbidden lands, while he strolls through them at his leisure; Others fight to the death over their fortunes, while he easily claims treasures and inheritances. Foll —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    You're still too traditional. You offer a touch of novelty within tradition, but you haven't broken free from the traditional system. Having grown accustomed to alchemy and weapon crafting, why not watch how Tian Shu uses his exquisite mastery of restrictive formations to break free from his prison, seize treasures, and slay demons…

36. 36 末 In the Age of Declining Dharma, I’ll Prove My Immortality Through Web Novels 末法时代，我靠网文证道不朽 A Yunnan Native Who Loves Mushrooms爱吃菌子的云南人Eastern Fantasy204k WordsOngoing Power is the foundation of carrying out one’s will. In my previous life, I died with bitter regret after being hit by a truck while pursuing power. In this life, I’ve been reborn in another world with a head full of cultivation secrets from web novels, and I’ve sworn to become the strongest. What? You’re an ancient god? What? You rule the Celestial Court? Sorry, but beneath my immortal power, everyone is just an ordinary mortal! With “web-novel cultivation,” I became the strongest antihero 2Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A truly high-quality new fantasy novel, the protagonist travels far and wide in search of power, is diagnosed with terminal cancer but never gives up, risks his life to seize immortal opportunities, is reborn as an infant, and restarts his long journey of cultivation.

37. 37 龙 The Origin of the Twin Dragon and Phoenix Gods 龙凤双神之起源 Waiting Along the Country Lane阡陌守候Eastern Fantasy221k WordsOngoing [Traditional fantasy + one heroine + traveling together + growth through hardship + secrets of the world] This is a new author's first book. I hope readers will be patient with me, and I'd be grateful for any feedback. The pacing may not be very fast. Thank you all for reading. The Long family has fallen into decline, and its ancient arts have gathered dust. In Qinglan City, everyone is waiting to see Long Xuanxiao bow his head. But at the once-every-three-years aptitude assessment, he and Fe —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The male protagonist, who has been cultivating alone for many years, summons the Dragon Shadow Flame while training in an old martial arts academy. He encounters the kind female protagonist by chance, and from then on, he no longer faces dangers and disagreements alone on the long road of trials.

38. 38 争 Fight for the Heavens 争天 Mysterious Big Eater神秘大吃家Eastern Fantasy615k WordsOngoing [Passion and high stakes, an expansive world, intelligent storytelling, a new cultivation system, and a deeply layered plot] The order of Heaven and Earth is shattered, the Six Paths collapse, dark clouds blot out the sun, and evil spirits engulf the skies! But where did these demons come from? And what brought this calamity upon the world? What earth-shaking secret lies behind the spreading fog? A lone young man stands tall. All he sees is the suffering of the people, and every path he takes le 2.6kReads6.8Score11114d adds

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    It's beautiful. Saying too much makes it seem unreal; just look and see.

39. 39 云 Clouds Roll and Unroll: Qiongqi Continent 云卷云舒：穷奇大陆 The One-Legged Swan单脚站立的天鹅Eastern Fantasy164k WordsOngoing In "Clouds Gathering and Parting: The Qiongqi Continent," you'll follow in the protagonist's footsteps, crossing mountains and rivers and embarking on fantastical adventures. There are strange spirits, cultivation grounds where fortunes shift, and mysterious powers shrouded in mist. This is an epic tale of courage, love, and miracles, as graceful and beautiful as clouds gathering and parting. It will lead readers on an enchanting journey through the Qiongqi Continent. Ascend to the Qiongqi Conti 14Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The mist-shrouded continent of Qiongqi holds countless legends: spirited souls, cultivators amidst the sea of ​​clouds, and elusive, mysterious powers. The protagonist journeys through perilous mountains and rivers, forging bonds and writing his own epic fantasy saga.

40. 40 逍 The Twelve Realms of Carefree Wanderers 逍遥十二域 Wandering Green Mountain清山游Eastern Fantasy1.4M WordsOngoing “Legend has it that, as the first Lord of the Carefree Domain was about to ascend to immortality a hundred thousand years ago, he sealed the divine artifact he possessed within forty-nine Boundary Eyes to keep the core of the Nine Heavens Carefree Realm stable. He then used a secret art to kill every person of that era who remembered the matter, regardless of their status, form, or whether they were protected by a rare treasure. He destroyed their bodies and annihilated their souls, ensuring tha 1Reads—Score—14d adds
41. 41 混 The Stone of Chaos and Creation 混沌造化石 A Gentleman Like Jade, Riding the Wind for Ten Thousand Miles君子如珩长风万里Eastern Fantasy4.0M WordsOngoing The Zhang family of Anping City is slaughtered by black-clad assailants, leaving the bewildered young survivor to embark on a path of vengeance. He braves the Divine Tower and begins his journey as a sword cultivator; in the Blood Ruins, he learns the secret art of the void; on the Tianyuan Continent, he masters the supreme Buddhist and Daoist arts. To save the one he loves, he ventures alone into the Alchemy Ghost Demon Realm and the Sacred Ruins. By a twist of fate, he obtains the Origin of th 843Reads8.3Score11214d adds

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    If you're looking for something to read, check this out! A ruthless and exhilarating Xianxia novel where a young man, burdened by the blood feud of his family's massacre, cultivates swordsmanship and comprehends the secret arts of the void. To save his lover, he ventures alone into the demon realm, gathering the five elements to transform into the creator god.

42. 42 是 Human or God? But I'm Still Me! 是人，是神？可还是我！ Daba, Who Loves Exploding Eggs爱吃爆爆蛋的达巴Eastern Fantasy329k WordsOngoing [Traditional Xianxia] [Does Not Transmigrate] [Ensemble Cast] [Decisive and Ruthless] [Intense Romantic Tension] [Everyone Is Smart] Cold bronze hides an old name, its face covered. Drawn beneath the dark of night, the blade strikes terror into ghosts and gods. Tell me, gods enthroned in the highest heavens: who dares bow their head and take my blade? The Seven Pillars of Antiquity collapsed, and the Heavenly Dao fell into chaos. The gods enthroned above the nine heavens regarded the people be 134Reads—Score12614d adds

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    (Traditional Xianxia + No Time Travel + Ensemble Cast) A world of Xianxia where everyone engages in strategic battles and decisive slaying, without time travelers. With the Heavenly Dao in disarray and gods running rampant, Chu Feng, burdened by the regrets of his sect, falls into the abyss, struggling between his sword and his inner demons, forging his own unique path to vanquish the gods.

43. 43 凡 A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality: I Found a Cultivation Manual from the Start 凡人修仙：我开局捡到修仙功法 User71208294用户71208294Eastern Fantasy424k WordsCompleted (Traditional Xuanhuan, ruthless and decisive, mortal cultivates immortality, no System, underdog's rise, multiple heroines) Lin Chen, a cowherd boy, suffers constant bullying from a young age. By chance, he obtains a damaged cultivation manual, and from then on steps into the cruel world of immortal cultivation, where the strong prey on the weak. 38Reads6.3Score15914d adds

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    Push, push, push!!!

44. 44 捡 So What If I Scavenge? I Can Still Become a Saint 捡垃圾怎么了也能成圣 Egret Soaring Upward白鹭直上Eastern Fantasy298k WordsCompleted After transmigrating, Li Changle becomes the lowliest named disciple in the Primordial World. Yet in the trash heaps of Jinao Island, he glimpses the secrets of the Heavenly Dao. While all living beings in the Primordial World chase after innate spiritual treasures, he follows the path of salvaging and enlightening, drawing forgotten Daoist mysteries of Heaven and Earth from discarded scraps. This is no traditional tale of cultivating immortality and fighting over treasures. Instead, he seizes a —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    🌚🌚🌚🌚🌚🌚

45. 45 山 The Mystic Immortal of Mountains and Seas 山海玄仙 Yuwen Moyun宇文墨韵Mystery222k WordsCompleted [Underdog's rise] + [Revenge] + [Occasional comedy] That year, a thug slapped me around, and I knelt to wipe his shoes. Then, in a dilapidated temple, I found a blood-soaked red fox. It ate my hundred-year-old ginseng, then said it would grant me a celestial opportunity. “Become a Mystic Immortal of the Fox Clan, and no one in this world will dare bully you again.” I believed it. Later... Thugs knelt at my door and begged for mercy, while a fake Taoist priest went flying with a single slap from 3Reads8.3Score—14d adds

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    Using ancestral ginseng to save a red fox in exchange for a chance at immortality, he rises from a lowly mortal to the supreme ruler of the fox clan. The scene of his enemies kneeling and begging for mercy is incredibly satisfying. But the twist comes unexpectedly: the chance at immortality turns out to be a carefully orchestrated scheme.

46. 46 灵 My Spirit Platform Exploded, So I Can Only Lie Low and Fight to Survive 灵台炸了我只能摆烂求生 Quanzifang, Ruler of Jiangdong割据江东泉此方Eastern Fantasy453k WordsOngoing I was born into the imperial family, but thrown out of the palace at eight. After a few years of living wild in the countryside, I figured my life was set: marry my cousin, look after my uncle’s four hundred mu of potato fields, and settle down as a wealthy farmer. Then I managed to grasp a little of the cultivation arts, only to lose it all again. My spiritual platform blew up, and everything was gone. I thought I’d given up for good, but the empress treated me as a whetstone, the emperor used 2Reads—Score114d adds

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    While others transmigrate to cultivate immortality and frantically accumulate power, the male protagonist of this book only wants to live a carefree life! However, fate doesn't allow it; his spiritual platform explodes, his cultivation is completely destroyed, and he finds himself at the center of a royal vortex. 😆

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