Any Stories with a Passionate Ensemble Cast and a Team Growing Together? Mystery and Mind-Bending Plots Are Welcome Too 有热血群像，小队一起成长的书吗？悬疑烧脑的也可

1. 101 锈 Rustsleep 锈寐 Lin Ciyue林辞夜Sci-Fi & Apocalypse264k WordsCompleted [Post-apocalyptic ensemble cast + Everyone’s a little eccentric + Coming-of-age + Semi-cultivation] Ye An, female, 17, a social anxiety sufferer. She stupidly clicked on a post-apocalyptic novel about playing house and couldn’t help complaining about it. Then, for some inexplicable reason, she choked to death on a potato chip. She reincarnated as a brainless female side character who looked just like her and had the same name. But she soon realized that neither the plot nor the characters’ perso 5Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Yes, yes, this one.

2. 102 我 My 99 Ghostly Roommates 我的99位死诡房客 Gu Shiyiwei古十一韦Mystery202k WordsOngoing Blood is seeping from the mirrors in the lobby. A pair of transparent toes dangle beneath the magnificent chandelier. The refrigerator is always stocked with fresh meat. The elevator travels to nonexistent floors after midnight. The hotel windows are covered in countless handprints. The garden statues spy on every passerby. “Please, esteemed guests, don’t be alarmed. This is just the latest interior design style at the Xi Wang Grand Hotel.” “What? You just saw one of our employees’ heads fall of 9Reads—Score—Shelves

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   This is a good book. The male protagonist inherits a hotel but finds no survivors. In a bizarre world, while others struggle to survive, he recruits. It's an infinite flow story with multiple organizations and plot twists.

3. 103 创 The Creator-Level Big Shot in the Apocalypse 创世大佬在末世 Mountain Goat Language山羊语Sci-Fi & Apocalypse691k WordsOngoing (This is an ensemble apocalypse novel with a strong female lead. It has a broad scope and a slow build.) Superpowers + Spatial Storage + Zombies in the early stages + Natural disasters later on Everyone thought the sudden zombie crisis was a biological disaster caused by a human experiment gone wrong. Everyone thought the frequent signs of natural disasters were nature's furious revenge for humanity's reckless actions. Who made the Creator 352Reads8.8Score105Shelves

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   [Apocalypse + Ensemble Cast + Superpowers + Space + Strong Male and Female Leads + Early Zombies + Later Natural Disasters] [Thinking] Everyone thought the sudden zombie crisis was a biological disaster caused by humans going too far in their experiments. Everyone thought the frequent natural disasters were nature's vengeful revenge on humanity's reckless behavior. Who is it? The creator god pressed the world restart button without hesitation… Liuli, the "King of Soldiers" from the Eastern Theater Command who was supposed to be dead, encountered Qingtian (Zhou), who had been swept in by a spacetime rift... One was a creator god who encountered the apocalypse upon entering the modern world and was handing out cheat codes everywhere... The other was a resurrected King of Soldiers from the Eastern Theater Command whose only concern was his country… The creator god of the Mu Continent was actually a "combat weakling." Qingtian (Zhou) said sincerely, "Fighting is not my specialty." Liuli immediately questioned, "The creator god can't fight? Did you come to the apocalypse to freeload?" Qingtian (Zhou) confidently replied, "But I'm good at growing spiritual herbs! I... Can grow anything." The two were bound to a special symbiotic space, their fates completely locked, as they ventured into the apocalypse with eight other "cheat codes"!

4. 104 清 Gentle Breezes, Northern Light 清风徐徐，北光照拂 Qing Die晴蝶Ancient Romance445k WordsOngoing A story concept I got from spinning a roulette wheel one day: Ling Beiyao: a teacher in an era of future technology Xu An: a doctor from another world Lin Yingchu: a demon king from an era of super-civilization (The protagonist was supposed to be just one person, but I ended up writing three.) The story is divided into the main storyline and individual character arcs. The main storyline follows the three protagonists from different worlds on their adventures in an era of super-civilization. The 5Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Please scrutinize the writing style closely, especially the [individual stories]. You can check the author's reviews first to confirm the writing style. The long, evocative passages in the [individual stories], combined with the [main plot], can be interpreted in multiple ways, and the descriptions of fights and spells are detailed. Also, it features a niche, less mainstream group of characters, everyday adventures, and interweaving reality with fiction.

5. 105 闯 Storming the Formation: Becoming a God on a Faith Livestream 闯阵：在信仰直播间封神 A Blade of Snow一刀雪Mystery179k WordsOngoing [Infinite Flow + Multiple Instances + Suspense + Supernatural + No Romance + Arena + Team Battles + Folklore] [Player, hello, welco, ] “Do you like me?” [No, this is, ] “My contact information. Here.” [That’s not what I mean. You’ve been selected, and you have to, ] “You want to play rough? You’re such a pervert!” [...I don’t like you.] “Impossible. I’m so handsome!” System: Help! A player is harassing me! Can I get compensation for emotional distress? Xu Buci, a graduate student of folklore 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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6. 106 诡 Lost Among Strange Beasts 诡兽迷途 Eagle Eyes, Wolf's Gaze鹰视狼顾Eastern Fantasy897k WordsOngoing [Ensemble cast · Lovecraftian · Fantasy] Superpowers × Strange Beasts × High-Octane Battles × Otherworldly Continent × Infinite Rebirth × Cyberpunk Cultivation × Identity Collapse! The Tianyuan Realm is a world overrun by strange beasts and rampant horrors. It has also endured countless cycles of reincarnation and an infinity of terror. After countless cycles, this macrocosm, made up of thirty-six nations with different themes, is nearing the end of time. At the final hour, the esper “Xing Yan” 11Reads—Score—Shelves

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   This book is very good.

7. 107 我 The Five of Us Are Bound to Tear the Sky Open 我们五个势必捅破天 Come on, Try to Beat Me to Death有种打死窝Mystery213k WordsOngoing [Ensemble cast + team adventure + no romance + cyberpunk + supernatural powers + virtual game] Yan Qi’s memories are sent 150 years into the future as she searches for a way to save the world. In this future city where neon and decay coexist, she becomes a debt slave. A robot, too. Stress? Not for her. Debt? Not a chance. Her connection to the present suddenly cuts off, and she’s been dumped in the future. No problem. She’ll clear away every obstacle and break every injustice with her own hands. 14Reads—Score—Shelves

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   An ensemble cast with no romantic pairings. [Admiration][Admiration] It's a cyberpunk/superpowers story, mainly about completing a virtual game. [Understood]

8. 108 恶 With the Ledger of Evil Deeds in Hand, One Sin Seal Crushes Every Demon 恶行簿在手：罪印一开邪魔伏诛 One Pen Conquers the World一支笔打天下Mystery2.4M WordsOngoing A gentle, refined shopkeeper V a powerhouse who brings the muscle V an upbeat elite hacker V an aloof, proud, mysterious Seal Keeper Leveling-up progression + no female lead + multiple male leads + episodic stories + mystery + fantasy + urban supernatural + crime solving If it’s not your thing, feel free to stop reading or leave suggestions. Just don’t curse me out! If you like it, please leave a five-star review! All kinds of comments are welcome, and I’ll reply! Old objects whisper. The traces 121Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Suspenseful and supernatural cases solved

9. 109 末 Apocalypse Heavenly Soldiers 末世天兵团 Flirtatious Goddess风流天女Mystery653k WordsCompleted [Available for licensing as a comedy animation!] Ensemble cast + adventure + the unknown + zombies + apocalypse + pure thrills + fiery action + supernatural powers + wandering + monster-slaying and leveling up After the college entrance exams ended, my classmates and I were transported to an apocalyptic world in another dimension! Zombies are everywhere, and they respawn after you kill them! This world worships the strong. The weak don't even have time to cry! We just want to survive. We don't e 196Reads—Score—Shelves

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   A massive post-apocalyptic ensemble cast + intense action + mind-bending puzzles + starting from scratch + endless dungeons, requiring both intellectual and martial skills [laughs]

10. 110 入 Entering Demonhood Takes Luck, Cultivating Immortality Takes Connections 入魔靠运气修仙凭关系 Thirty Years in a Dream黄粱一梦三十年Eastern Fantasy1.5M WordsOngoing Hold fast to your original aspiration, and you can see things through. It is easy to find your original aspiration, but hard to hold on to it. The story's beginning was surprisingly mundane. How could a life like that come after it? What should I say? First of all, I will finish writing this. Also, it's handwritten, with no AI. It's a little rough, but I still hope readers will enjoy it. 179Reads6.7Score—Shelves

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    For a story featuring a passionate ensemble cast, I recommend this one.

11. 111 模 The Model Family 模范家庭 yijiMystery114k WordsOngoing [No CP + Character Growth + Some Ensemble Cast + A Heavily Modified Infinite-Flow] (Thanks to my friend ALbarino for making the cover!) Hei Ya, who had always cherished her life, was talked into drinking two glasses of alcohol by her no-good friends on her coming-of-age day, under the pretext of finding out how much she could hold. That very night, she accidentally fell into a well. When she woke up, she had somehow gone from being an orphan to being part of a family of four with both parents an —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Hei Ya never imagined that a slip of the tongue on her coming-of-age day would lead her into a drastically altered infinite flow world, where she would be forced to form a so-called model family with a group of inhuman "family members," making her pioneering journey fraught with peril.

12. 112 羽 The Feathered People: Strange Tales of Ailao Mountain 羽人：哀牢诡事 Wolf's-Tail Fern狼尾蕨Mystery117k WordsCompleted Otherworldly powers × two male leads × ensemble cast × mystery and adventure. Strange incidents plague the Ailao Mountains. Wings appear on my back, an ancient secret erupts from Fuxian Lake, and a female streamer dies a bizarre death. The Wu Clan's vengeful spirits refuse to rest, the Feather Clan hunts them down to the last, and a divine tree connecting to the underworld emerges. From the very beginning, I had stepped into a dead end. 309Reads8.2Score—Shelves

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    The male protagonist accidentally gains superpowers and becomes part of an alien race, unknowingly drawn into a larger conspiracy. He and the second male lead, an alien youth, become friends after a brief conflict and fight side-by-side. Set in the world of the Classic of Mountains and Seas, this story is a suspenseful adventure with a fantastical element! It features an ensemble cast, a small-team adventure road trip, high-octane action, and mind-bending plot. No female lead, no harem!! Highly recommended!

13. 113 双 A Blood-Soaked Reckoning: Twin Sisters Return for Vengeance 【血色满门】双生姐妹踏血归来 Xiao Xiao Ran Zi萧萧然子Ancient Romance606k WordsOngoing An entire family of loyal officials is framed, and a century-old marquis’s estate is turned into a living hell. Twin sisters plunge from a cliff into the water, surviving against all odds. Once cherished young ladies who lived behind closed doors, they now tread a thorny path through the world. One struggles to survive on a sheer cliff, honing her edge; the other wanders in a foreign land, maneuvering at every turn. The court is rife with deceit and schemes, while the martial world flashes with 1.8kReads6.6Score182Shelves

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    Highly recommend "Bloodstained Family"! It's not just a revenge drama about twin sisters, but also an ensemble piece about a passionate team working together to overcome adversity. After their family suffers a calamity, the two sisters escape death and gather various skilled companions along the way—some adept at assassination, others skilled in court intrigue. They venture from the shadows of the martial world into the vortex of palace power struggles, proceeding cautiously, each step a twist, building suspense layer by layer. There's no mindless banter; court intrigue and martial arts feuds intertwine, the team members support each other and grow together, maintaining their integrity amidst deep-seated hatred. Fans of ensemble drama and intricate historical romance novels shouldn't miss this!

14. 114 快 Quick Transmigration: The Everyday Observations of a Background Character 快穿之路人甲的旁观日常 Frozen Pear Who Loves Cooking for Themself爱上自己做饭的冻梨Fantastical Romance634k WordsOngoing Tian Mian is a new recruit in the Supporting Characters Department of the Transmigration Bureau. Thanks to her strong nerves, she’s often sent into some bizarre little worlds to complete missions. She doesn’t mind at all: the pay is great, the benefits are good, and she gets to watch the drama for free. This is all about Tian Mian’s everyday life as a spectator. It’s lighthearted, with no angst and no fixed couple. 11.9kReads8.5Score801Shelves
15. 115 爱 An Unruly Love Slave: Only the One Who Tied the Knot Can Untie It 爱奴难驯，解铃还须系怜人 Jiaojiao Cat蕉蕉猫Fantastical Romance251k WordsOngoing [Mad Master and Servant] [Mutual Domestication] [Ensemble Cast] [A Fateful Game] When her older sister disappeared, Ming Yin claimed her sister's slave for herself. She liked him, but she didn't know what kind of affection it was, so she tormented him again and again, then saved him again and again, tying an inescapable bell around his ankle. And Shen Bailian loved being possessed by her. He willingly offered her his ribs as a weapon, all just to make her smile. Until the Three Realms fell into 829Reads—Score106Shelves

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    The male lead in this fantasy romance is the female lead's slave, but there's a main storyline. The female lead is strong and wicked, but they mutually tame each other. Everyone in the group is morally ambiguous, making it somewhat like an ensemble piece. Aside from the male lead's romantic obsession, everyone else has their own story to tell. Many of the stories are quite unique 🤪 and the male and female leads are never separated.

16. 116 我 I Forge Star Runes in the Wasteland 我在废土修星纹 Mr. Winter Melon冬瓜先森Sci-Fi & Apocalypse151k WordsOngoing [Boys’ Love + supernatural abilities + ensemble cast + academy + passionate battles + leveling up] On the wasteland continent, Lin Chen, a young scavenger, turns out to possess a body as pure as one in ten thousand! He awakens the ancient robot Pojun, which comes with a star-pattern database from the old world. He heals from injuries on his own and learns at a ridiculously fast pace. To pursue the girl he has long admired, he fights his way into a top academy, becomes brothers with a genius swor 37Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This book perfectly meets your requirements: academic growth, seventh-tier superpowers, well-developed and rich main and supporting characters, an engaging and captivating plot, and a writing style that creates a unique sense of immersion. If you don't like it, you can come and hit me!

17. 117 刀 The Demon of Blade and Sword 刀剑魔 Yu Wuji宇无极Eastern Fantasy845k WordsOngoing In a turbulent martial world, the schemes of powerful ministers, the machinations of sinister cults, romantic entanglements, and choices between family and country all intertwine. Some pursue their obsession with martial arts manuals through every peril, some are trapped in a web of plots by blood feuds, and some struggle to survive amid political intrigue. The power struggle between Tang and Tibet and the tangled fates of those involved unfold together. There are no fixed lines between right an 588Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Group portrait, group portrait

18. 118 诡 Creating the Uncanny: My Creations Throw the World into Chaos 诡异创造，我的造物们霍乱世界 January Wind and Snow一月风雪Mystery631k WordsCompleted [Superpowers + Supernatural Horror + Lovecraftian + Contamination + No Female Lead + Behind the Scenes + Natural Disasters] Mysterious myths awaken amid natural disasters, while an unknown corruption quietly takes over the world. Abominable creations howl, and contamination continues to spread. Distortion returns alongside the supernatural: eyes that target human nature, domains that twist it, and strange shackles that cannot be broken. Destruction and rebirth intertwine to create a new mytholog 2.1kReads—Score157Shelves

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    May you be blessed immediately! May you be blessed immediately!

19. 119 玉 Yulin Epic: Watching Over the Dawn 玉林史诗：守望黎明 Mo Yu the Big Brain陌玉大聪明Eastern Fantasy1.1M WordsOngoing [True Ensemble Cast × No System × Detail-Oriented × Passionate] [Slow Burn] [Growing Up] [Fantasy Wuxia] “Everyone, take your seats and lend me your ears.” In Yulin City, now at peace once more, a silver-clad woman in a golden cape sat among the ordinary spectators, listening as the storyteller struck his block and slowly began recounting a memory she knew well, yet had once remembered only vaguely. The story began with a Spiritborn Tournament she was forced to enter, with a stubborn girl gritti 10Reads—Score—Shelves
20. 120 走 The Horse-Riding Hidden Scheme 走马藏局 Kai Zhong Feng Shui凯中堪舆Urban1.2M WordsOngoing Geomancy and the Yin-Yang arts rule the world, while the Jianghu is full of schemes! At twelve, Shen Qianfan became an orphan and was cast adrift in the Jianghu. He grew up teaching himself from books scavenged from trash heaps, cleared his father's name, and pressed on through one Jianghu con after another, setting schemes and breaking them, navigating schemes within schemes. He cut a path through every obstacle, built a business empire, and leveraged his influence to establish a regional milit 1.6kReads6.3Score190Shelves

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    No clichés, and it gets better with every read! Kai Zhongkan's novels, starting with "The Path of Feng Shui Cultivation," followed by "One Man and One Mouse Cultivate Immortality," and then "Mecha Immortal Path: Invincible from Exile to Mars," are all now complete. These three books form a cultivation trilogy. Now, he's back with a new book, but this time he's not writing about cultivation. Instead, he's writing about things closer to home: feng shui, human nature, kung fu, strategy, breaking through barriers, the eight sects of the martial arts world, and his journey of overcoming obstacles to build a business empire and leverage regional military power… This new book is called "The Hidden Game of Horsemanship," where horsemanship represents yin and yang, and the hidden game of human nature represents the world. The book's message: ... You can't be afraid; if you are, you lose!

21. 121 灵 Path of the Spirit: PACT 灵途：PACT Little Ceratosaurus小角龙Urban285k WordsOngoing Not a power fantasy. No making characters stupid. Every fight depends on how the characters use their established abilities. Psychic energy is a mysterious force rooted deep in the human heart. Mastering it grants power beyond that of ordinary people. Former police detective Lü Tu, the blunt and passionate A Wei, and the clever, composed Zhong Jiayao draw strength from the psychic realm and stand shoulder to shoulder against the ferocious supernatural entities appearing one after another. 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I'm here! The PACT team is growing!

22. 122 猎 The Ghost-Hunting Squad 猎诡战队 A Little Gengjiu一只小哏啾Mystery858k WordsOngoing Hello, I'm Zhong Wuyan. I have no respect for Newton: one swing of my hammer can work miracles. I've got my sweet, adorable illusionist teammate by my side. My teammates and I have all faced life-or-death trials together, and that bond is more trustworthy than romance fueled by dopamine. Of course I turned the ghost's ambush around and killed it. I'm strong in body, but I'm no fool. Everything has been under my control from the very beginning. This world is full of despair and might scare you, b 15Reads—Score—Shelves

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    In a dark world, as long as your comrades are by your side, keep hoping. A heartwarming and inspiring ensemble cast.

23. 123 十EN Ten Days to the End 十日终焉 Pest Control Team Member杀虫队队员Mystery3.2M WordsCompleted 2024 Tomato Novel Annual Peak Rankings TOP 1 | 2024 China Online Literature Influence List | 2024 China Good Novel Award | Over 2 million copies sold (No harem, no formulaic tropes, no invincibility, no System, no mindless antics, no wish fulfillment. Read with caution if these bother you.) Just when I thought it was an ordinary day, I discovered I had been captured and taken to the End. Just when I thought I could escape by continually taking part in death games, people began awakening supernat 1.7MReads9.9Score206.4kShelves

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    This book's ensemble cast is exceptionally well-developed. The team members' journey from strangers to comrades is vividly and passionately portrayed, each with their own growth arc. Coupled with a mind-bending, suspenseful plot, the twists and turns keep you hooked. A completed bestseller with 2.558 Million readers, this is a must-read for fans of ensemble fiction—the story of the team overcoming adversity together is exhilarating!

24. 124 我 I Really Don't Want to Be an Official 我真不想当官啊 Longevity Breeze长生风Two Female Leads577k WordsOngoing [Wuxia] [Three Female Leads] (The three female leads drive the main plot) [Two Female Leads] (The main romance) [Love Grows Over Time] [Light Fantasy] [Heavy Political Intrigue] [Light Harem Intrigue] Er Wuwen lost her memory in an accident. Afterward, all she wanted was to lie flat and live as a carefree slacker. But another accident pulled her into a struggle, setting her off on a journey to solve a case... She never expected to become a powerful enforcer for the imperial court. What should sh 335Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Hi everyone, I'm recommending this to anyone interested in Tang Dynasty and martial arts stories. It features two female leads with minimal romance at the beginning; the focus is on solving cases. There are multiple couples, and it's an ensemble piece, including a pairing of Wu Zetian and Li Zhi. The two main female leads are a traumatized, icy protagonist and a persistently pursuing, sunny one.

25. 125 神 A Banquet Hosted by the Gods 神明宴请 A Stroke Through the Years一笔迁年Mystery195k WordsOngoing [One female lead] + [Infinite Flow] + [Ensemble cast] + [Mind games] “Mr. Xia Yan, this banquet is being held to welcome you!” One invitation grants access to twelve banquets hosted by the gods and the chance to meet them face-to-face. Tesla, Jack the Ripper, Miyamoto Musashi, Qin Shi Huang. A Qing dynasty loyalist who raises crickets, a princess who swallowed poison and fell into a well. Countless legendary stars, notorious villains, and humble figures from human history set up challenges here… 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A suspenseful ensemble cast, each character has their own storyline, featuring reasoning, plot twists, and mind-bending elements.

26. 126 饮 Singing While Drinking Sin 饮罪而歌 XueGGUrban513k WordsOngoing [Urban Supernatural Powers] + [Dark Fantasy] + [Battle of Wits] + [Decisive and Ruthless] + [Mystery] When the balance between good and evil is broken, shadows stir beneath the light, and the bells of the end times begin to toll. The Seven Sinners, lost in the deepest darkness, are burdened with the responsibility of saving the world... The person of lust is lost in dreams; The person of wrath is trapped in a mire; The person of greed chooses to fall; The person of gluttony devours flesh and blo 12Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Yes, yes, the main characters are all growth-oriented [urban superpowers] + [dark fantasy] + [intellectual combat] + [decisive killing] + [mystery]. When the balance of good and evil in the world is broken, the shadows beneath the light stir, and the final bell tolls. Those embodying the seven sins, dwelling in the deepest darkness, must bear the responsibility of saving the world… The lustful are lost in dreams; the wrathful are mired in the mire; the greedy choose to fall; the gluttonous devour flesh and blood; the slothful remain silent; the envious lose themselves; the arrogant look down upon the gods; the battle between good and evil, the clash between light and darkness, a game that began a thousand years ago, is now coming to an end… So this is a story of a shady boss and his group of high-level employees stirring up trouble everywhere in an attempt to save or destroy the world.

27. 127 斩 Slay the Gods: A Mysterious Invasion? Then Let's Have a Midnight Snack! 斩神：神秘入侵？那今晚加餐！ Planting Stars in the Ruins在废墟种星星Female-Channel Fanfiction298k WordsCompleted Xu Xiaoman had been unable to taste anything for eighteen years, yet she had always helped out in her family's little restaurant. She measured seasoning by the gram, judged the heat by the bubbles, and guessed whether a dish was salty or bland by watching the customers' expressions. Then, on the night the restaurant was closing, a masked monster burst into the kitchen. The creature's flesh, bones, and the core hidden inside suddenly appeared in layers before her eyes. When a trace of mysterious 150Reads—Score102Shelves

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    [Flying kiss] The female lead is absolutely unreserved, and her abilities are incredibly bizarre. Her teamwork with Qi Ye is absolutely insane; she's hardcore in her work the whole time. Highly recommended! 👉

28. 128 深 Scheming in the Inner Palace: Defeat My Half-Sister and Claim the Phoenix Throne 深宫谋：斗嫡姐，夺凤位 Snowflake Candy雪花糖果Ancient Romance198k WordsOngoing [Rebirth + palace intrigue + face-slapping + punishing scum + sweet on the outside, dark within] In public, the heroine is a gentle, sensible little white lotus. In private, she instantly transforms into a scheming, calculating black lotus. Shen Qingyao has been reborn. In her previous life, grateful for her adoptive mother’s kindness in raising her, she fought with all her might to bring down the emperor’s favorite consort, schemed against the crown prince, and helped her adoptive sister secu 8.8kReads6.5Score110Shelves

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    Who says ancient Chinese romance novels lack epic ensemble casts? "The Bloodstained Gate" features twin sisters leading a bloodbath! If you're looking for a thrilling ensemble cast and a story of team growth, don't miss "[The Bloodstained Gate] The Twin Sisters Return in Bloodshed!" 🔥 Although it's set in ancient China, the sense of fighting side-by-side for a common goal and supporting each other is absolutely captivating! 🌟 Highlights of the ensemble cast: 👉 The core bond between the twin sisters: Returning in blood isn't about individual beauty, but about sisters united, their strength unbreakable! From restraint to explosive power, they support each other every step of the way, becoming each other's strongest backing. 👉 Team formation and shared growth: Behind the forced marriage lies a grand scheme. As the story unfolds, the sisters gradually gather a group of like-minded companions. Everyone plays their part, transforming and growing together amidst power struggles and carnage. Every character is fully fleshed out! 👉 Hardcore political intrigue + thrilling revenge: A bloody feud that wipes out an entire family isn't solved by some kind of cheat code, but by a team's high-IQ strategic maneuvering that leads to a complete reversal of fortune! The author's writing is masterful, the transitions are natural, and the characters are vividly portrayed. For those who enjoy stories of "a team growing together," this book will definitely meet your expectations—add it to your bookshelf now! 📖

29. 129 奥 The Legend of Aola Yilanding 奥拉一兰丁传 I'm Mai Mai, Not Wheat是麦麦不是麦Anime Fanfiction446k WordsOngoing I want to tell you a story about Ola's past. Year 293 of the Old Calendar The capital, Kannaluo, fell, and the Kingdom of Ola was declared defeated beneath Dust's iron heel. Speaker Magellan was imprisoned beneath the Sacred Tree of Ola, trapped in eternal darkness. This is a tragic story of colonization. At the Second Prince's side stood the ruthless Commander Kramer and Fuller Sharin, the fortress's military governor. Three regents, party leaders whose power surpassed all others. The Empire's 15Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The story of interstellar resistance is not about mindless thrills, but about survival and perseverance under colonial oppression. A tavern owner hides a twenty-year-old secret, and a young man learns self-defense to protect those around him. Every character is fleshed out and relatable.

30. 130 人 The Savior at the End of the World 人在终末当救世主 Life Is But a Dream浮生安若梦Urban441k WordsOngoing (No clichés, no invincible protagonist, no brainless decisions, sequences, special abilities, wild ideas.) Just when he thought he would never again be able to shout, “Don’t bully a poor young man,” with the same spirited confidence, he was hunted by a shadow one week before coming of age. Just when he thought the school assessment was merely a routine procedure, he was shocked to discover that supernatural powers had infiltrated the entire school. Just when he thought he could stay out of tr 8Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A modern martial arts fantasy story with a novel setting and a grand world-building. It features a diverse cast of characters who are neither mindless nor idiotic. The protagonist accidentally stumbles into a mysterious trial, encounters a transmigrator with cheat-like abilities, a seemingly mentally unstable passerby, a mysterious but abstract girl, a strange god-making ritual, and a woman who is constantly reincarnated. He is shocked to discover that he can die and be resurrected...

31. 131 天 Heaven’s Aid 天之佐 The Robin Who Can't Outlaugh Anyone笑不穿的知更鸟Urban570k WordsOngoing [Sci-Fi] [Urban] [Martial Combat] [Wits and Strategy] [Teamwork] [Comedy] [Lighthearted] [Underdog] [Awakening] [Superhumans] [Ensemble Cast] Lan Tianzuo is an ordinary high school student. He never expected to get caught up in a conflict between superhumans before the college entrance exams, or to discover by chance that he had two souls in one body, along with supernatural abilities like blood replication and blood-based healing. In an instant, he went from being a good-for-nothing to ascendin 370Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I told you but you didn't read it.

32. 132 求 The Road to Survival Begins in the Secret Realm 求生之路从秘境开始 Yidi翼棣Urban233k WordsOngoing A meteorite crashed through Earth, and college student Chen Yu was hurled into a jungle. As soon as he got his bearings, he received a mission from the System: solve a locked-room poisoning case before time ran out. Just as he finally cracked the case and got out, he was forced into a team raid in a B-rank secret realm. His teammates included Anna, a Russian saleswoman, and a giant spider whose leg he'd just chopped off. With nothing but a lighter from the start, he relies on keeping his head do 7Reads—Score—Shelves

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    An infinite flow team-based ensemble novel where team members grow stronger and more numerous in various secret realms, with some joining and others sacrificing.

33. 133 绑 Bound to an Ancestor, I Make a Fortune in the Modern World 绑定老祖宗，我在现代疯狂暴富 Jin Yan菳言Modern Romance314k WordsCompleted [Rewriting history from the moral high ground + cause and effect + unwavering devotion] She loved Gu Sinan for five thousand years. But her ancestor, Gu Mingze, erased all her memories! Fate took an unexpected turn. In a new world, she fell in love all over again with the cool, calculating Gu Sinan... Though Gu Shengwan was born unlucky and ill-fated in this new world, with little affection from her family and misfortune at every turn, she spent half her life struggling under a cloud of despa 36Reads8.1Score—Shelves

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    There are no shortcuts to success; it all comes down to getting back up after each failure, guarding your heart, and keeping love hidden in the little things of daily life.

34. 134 枯 The Dying Lamp Rekindled: The Prison Rose Returns 枯灯复燃，狱中玫瑰归来 Jin Yan菳言Modern Romance616k WordsCompleted Five years ago, she was the eldest daughter of the Qian family, admired by everyone. But she was framed over her family's reputation and charged with murder, falling from the clouds into the mire and ending up behind bars. Behind those high walls, she met Zhao Yi, a woman imprisoned for financial crimes who nevertheless wielded absolute power inside. In their sunless days, they became each other's light, enduring more than two thousand nights together. Five years later, Qian Xin walks out of p 31Reads8.2Score—Shelves

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    [I also highly recommend it][I also highly recommend it][Please follow][Sparrow Eater is a masterpiece][Sparrow Eater is a masterpiece][Admire it][Added to my bookshelf]

35. 135 我 My Years as the CEO's Daughter 我当总裁千金的这些年 Jin Yan菳言Modern Romance299k WordsCompleted CEO romance + face-slapping + satisfying revenge + youth + love + the worlds of politics, business, and the military + fierce battles A poor girl rises to become a wealthy beauty, taking on the worlds of politics and business in turn! The plot is thrilling: her secret crush confesses his feelings! A domineering CEO pursues her relentlessly! The political world treats her like a treasure! The business world holds her in awe! The heroine is clever, intelligent, emotionally savvy, and financiall 58Reads8.8Score—Shelves
36. 136 从 From Our Parting to Becoming Invincible Under Heaven 从分别后走向举世无敌 Summer at Thirty-Three Degrees三十三度夏Urban85k WordsOngoing Urban High Martial Arts + Superpowers + Ensemble Cast + Decisive and Ruthless + Play the Pig to Eat the Tiger Everyone knows that immortals and mortals belong to different worlds. But in this world, there are no immortals beneath the neon lights, only magic. Qi Qian understood this, so he devoted himself to magic, advancing cautiously at every step. But after accounting for every possibility, he failed to foresee what fate does best: killing people and crushing their hearts. After enduring one t 43Reads—Score—Shelves

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    (Urban martial arts + superpowers + ruthless killing + feigning weakness to deceive) It's common knowledge that immortals and mortals are different. But in this world, under the neon lights, there are no immortals, only techniques. Qi Qian understands this, so he focuses solely on techniques, proceeding cautiously step by step. But despite his meticulous planning, he didn't anticipate that fate's greatest strength lies in destroying the heart and soul. After experiencing countless trials, he finally overcomes his suffering, surviving his darkest hour and ushering in a brighter future. This time, he will live only for himself. In this life, he will fight to the death… In this life, everything will end here! Before the end of everything arrives—it's either you die or I perish.

37. 137 大 The Benevolent Ancestor of the Tang Dynasty 【大唐仁祖】 Tang Renzu of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors三皇五帝唐仁祖Historical973k WordsCompleted [Golden Finger] [Transmigration] [Li Ke] [Political Intrigue] [History] From the start, he transmigrates into Li Ke. Facing certain death, he uses Li Shimin as a chess piece and goes head-to-head with the Changsun clan and the Guanlong aristocratic families, deftly resolving the struggle over the crown prince's succession. From the start, he is trapped in a dead end: Changsun Wuji has already begun plotting to frame him, and the deadly purge of Zhenguan Year 17 is less than six years away. He 5.5kReads—Score494Shelves

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    Yes! It's arranged! This novel is of such high quality that it's comparable to historical fiction and serious drama, possessing the potential to become a timeless classic. If it were adapted into a TV series, this novel would be unparalleled! (Please help me rate it!) This novel is high-quality, intellectually stimulating, not mindless, logically sound, and features brilliantly portrayed characters! "Emperor Renzu of Tang" is a nearly one-million-word novel that will be completed in mid-September, with all foreshadowing resolved, plot holes filled, and a clean ending. I suggest reading the comments section of the last chapter first, where the author summarizes the entire novel, which will aid in reading. The author's writing style, word choice, plot structure, imperial strategies, political maneuvering, emotional nuances, military warfare, court intrigue, and governance are all top-notch. His writing is astonishing, his scope grand, his themes lofty, his thoughts profound, his knowledge solid, his cultural background deep, and his political maneuvering top-notch. If you don't like it after reading it, you can slap me in the face!

38. 138 我 I Use My Spiritual Sense to Destroy Extraterrestrial Civilizations 我用灵识斩除域外文明 Heartachel心病lUrban317k WordsOngoing [Xuanhuan]+ [Alternate Universe]+ [Wild Imagination]+ [Urban]+ [High Martial]+ [Female Protagonist] What? Blue Star has just awakened, and most people can only have three spirit senses?! Aliens have an infinite-flow system?! Sorry, Lin Zhixing has multiple spirit senses?! She can even summon exotic beasts (adorable pets) from other civilizations to fight for her?! “So you’re not even a person?! You might as well have never lived!” And so, a high school student set out on the path to blow up the 4Reads—Score—Shelves

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    1. A thrilling ensemble cast: A threat from beyond the realms stealthily descends, stirring up undercurrents in the capital. The members of the Xuan Yi Center rush to various locations to fight against rampaging alien beasts and uncover ancient secrets. The plot is full of tension, the characters are vividly portrayed, and each chapter leaves you with suspense. 2. As mist shrouds the land, various forces vie for power. A young man breaks free from the shackles of his inner demons and embarks on a perilous journey with his companions, encountering secret realms and fierce battles in the wilderness.

39. 139 北 Northern Song: I Take on Water Margin with Technology 北宋：我凭科技闯水浒 ancreeperHistorical405k WordsOngoing (A slice of Northern Song history + Water Margin + war + political scheming + conflict + fantasy + technology. No System golden finger that hands out random prizes or anything like that.) They had set out to find a new home for humanity and keep its flame alive, never expecting an accident with a wormhole to send them transmigrating. Since ancient times, in times of chaos, the capable have claimed the realm for themselves. The rise and fall of dynasties is no different. With technology at my sid 212Reads—Score—Shelves

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    That must be this book.

40. 140 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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    The premise is a fantasy ensemble cast.

41. 141 花 Flowers Bloom for the Wind 花开予风 Pose Burger姿势汉堡Modern Romance605k WordsCompleted [School to workplace | Doctors | Ensemble cast | Secret crushes | Choices | Ideals | Reunion after many years] A swan song for the youth of everyone who grew up caught between ideals and reality. Following five medical students through a decade of change, from campus to the wider world, it uses an unexpected death as a lens to reveal the sharpest edges of friendship, love, and responsibility. The storytelling is as precise as a scalpel: their first meeting in anatomy class, standing shoulder to 148Reads8.1Score—Shelves

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    This is a highly realistic ensemble-style youth novel. Spanning ten years, the story begins with the characters pursuing their dreams side-by-side in school, and later, as they enter society and face harsh choices. An unexpected event shatters their peace. The narrative is calm and restrained, avoiding unrealistic romantic tropes, and revolves around ideals, love, and friendship. Amidst the cold rationality of medicine and the unpredictability of life, the protagonists slowly reconcile with regrets. The overall tone is gentle yet poignant, with a powerful aftertaste, leaving the reader reflecting on the gap between youth and reality.

42. 142 疯 Madcap Fantasia 疯批家的狂想曲 Black and White Images黑白画映Fantastical Romance467k WordsCompleted Modern Arc: This world’s fate was decided long ago. Every choice we make leads to an ending already written. And I, Shu Yue, was the one who tore open every prelude with my own hands. Ji Hua’s ten years on the run began because of me; Chen Songhan’s two thousand years of waiting were for me; My older sister, Shu Wen, fell into the time of the Qin Dynasty because I got her involved; Ancient divine beasts, underworld generals, and a phoenix’s true form all gathered in the same storm because of me. 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Take a look at this.

43. 143 我 I’ve Been Possessed for Ninety Thousand Years 我被夺舍九万年 I've Got a Rebellious Streak我这一身反骨啊Eastern Fantasy403k WordsCompleted I transmigrated, and then... I was possessed again. I was possessed for ninety thousand years. So, now that I've finally returned, let's see how I conquer the cultivation world and build a mighty empire. 404Reads6.3Score101Shelves

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    This is a great book with a fresh and original plot. Each character shines individually, while together they form a powerful and diverse group. A Chinese succubus takes the cultivation world by storm. It's incredibly exciting, hilarious, and tasteful.

44. 144 末 Reborn in the Apocalypse: Surviving from the Dormitory Onward 末世重生，从宿舍开始求生 Behind You在你身后Sci-Fi & Apocalypse311k WordsCompleted A powerful nation launches an extensive biological weapons program, and a virus leaks out. After passing between various creatures, it mutates infected humans into zombies. Humanity is powerless to stop it, and the survivors gather together to eke out a living as the entire world teeters on the brink of collapse. The protagonist is a college student who, in his previous life, was torn apart by zombies while searching for supplies after sacrificing himself to save his roommate. This story begins 4Reads—Score128Shelves

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    No system, no cheat codes. Only a little bit of "first-mover advantage" known in advance, and unwavering support for each other. A group of college students band together for warmth, just trying to survive. A lighthearted farming story.

45. 145 废 The Useless Healer Goes on a Rampage, Using the System to Carry Everyone to Victory 废物治愈师杀疯，手握系统全带飞 Pao Zhu泡猪Modern Romance330k WordsOngoing [Strong urban heroine] + [Game System] + [All-around action and passion] + [Building wealth] + [Infrastructure-building lord] + [Light ensemble cast] + [Survival and defense] + [1v1 romance] (The real action comes from strategic, skillful combat and hard-earned strength. The early chapters focus on building power, with the exciting battles starting around Chapter 30. The opening is more traditional and doesn't rely on gimmicks, so please be patient.) Ling Lingling, an orphan who works full-time 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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    You could give it a try. The female lead transmigrates with a game system, starting as a useless healer and leading her teammates to a dramatic comeback. It's a story of a passionate, strong female protagonist with urban supernatural abilities, and it includes a romantic partner.

46. 146 荆 The Wind Rises in Jingdu, Awaiting the Coming Rain 荆都风来待雨临 Rain Falls on Jingdu雨落荆都Historical1.9M WordsOngoing Overnight, a young blacksmith from a shop in Shengang becomes the last surviving grandson of a powerful family of scholars, whose influence once reached the highest halls of government. A pigeon’s whistle marks the way home, and old books conceal a conspiracy. With a nameless sword in hand, carrying his grandfather’s hopes and his adoptive father’s instructions, he steps into the turbulent world of Jingdu. The Shanfu Academy, deep within the Imperial College, is no ordinary place of learning. It 105Reads8.7Score125Shelves

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    A group of characters embodying ancient Chinese political intrigue, a grand and sweeping chessboard across the land.

47. 147 小 My Junior Sister Is Insane, and Her Mental State Is Miles Ahead 小师妹疯癫，精神状态遥遥领先 Summer Seven, Autumn Nine夏柒秋玖Ancient Romance657k WordsOngoing {No Romance + Ensemble Cast + Everyone Has Two Faces + Multiple Storylines + Echoes of Fate + The Entire Main Cast Is Platonic} (Also known as: A Thousand Strategies, One Wager) Gathering splendor, Xie Ning; may you flourish through the years. They wished for her to be by their side every day, safe and well year after year. But the world rarely goes as people wish. When the pale red lotus blooms, the blood-lit barrier of ghostly fireflies rises. From the moment Xie Yang stepped back into the dea 152Reads7.4Score—Shelves

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    A passionate ensemble? Ah~ then we absolutely have to be on this track! These young people, who usually tease and banter with each other, unite as one when facing external enemies, brimming with youthful passion and high spirits. The F40 prodigies of the eight great sects of the immortal realm, the most talented generation of disciples in the cultivation world in seven thousand years, and Yun Moluo, the "Buddhist and Taoist Twin Stars," the Buddhist nun Su Yao of the Karmic Tower, and the Buddhist disciple Zhu Yu of the Good Karma Temple, greet you all~ None of the eight sect disciples have a romantic relationship; the original female lead isn't a bad person, the misunderstanding is cleared up in chapter 156 and then she lets loose. The disciples are all good kids, with clear stances and impeccable morals. Everyone is a protagonist, with swords, talismans, pills, weapons, divination, puppets, and more; there are also Tai Shang Wang Qing/Xiao Yao/Fu Sheng/Wu You/Hong Chen/Cang Sheng/Wen Xin/Qian Ji/Du Qing/Tian Yi/Ji Sheng, and Ming Dao, etc. There's bound to be one that suits you [laughs] The disciples joining forces in the secret realm to slay the remnant soul of the Demon Lord, and the grand competition to open the formation and cross the Nine Netherworlds—it's so cool!! There's also the battle between the disciples of the Eight Sects, the Buddha's son and daughter of Yunmolu, and the young masters of the Five Great Demon Clans!! Right now, they're all undergoing training, so don't miss out on the excitement!!! Next, everyone will be splitting up for training, but don't worry, they'll all reunite later, so stay tuned [kissing emoji] A divine ensemble, their team spirit is explosive! The ensemble is incredibly well-developed; everyone has their own highlights, they tease each other in normal times, but when it comes to fighting, they're fiercely protective. The plot isn't mindless either; while it's funny, it's also very serious when it comes to leveling up and fighting together. If you're looking for something to read, check it out! Click the link below—you won't regret it! The story uses deceptive perspectives, so don't believe everything you read! The author is a detail-oriented and logic-conscious writer, with multiple storylines and foreshadowing! Friendly reminder: Please bring your intelligent brain when reading this article! The author deeply loves every character they create and will give them a complete story ending. Dear fellow readers, please take a moment to give this story a five-star rating! Wishing you all a pleasant reading experience and happiness every day! Please [add to bookshelf] [heart]

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