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- 1 The Three Crowing Cocks of Wuxia Fiction 武侠小说金鸡三鸣 Introduction to the classic martial arts novel The Golden Rooster Crows Thrice: Ma Bu Yun, a powerful grand secretary who held sway over the imperial court, went with his personal bodyguards to Prince Chu Zhu Hua Kui's residence. He intended to harm the prince's beloved concubine and seize the rare treasure known as the Pearl Long Cape. But the prince's residence was full of hidden talents: among them were a loyal descendant bent on avenging his father, an important court official determined to 14Reads—Score—14d adds
- 2 The Trail of the Green-Robed Hero 青衫侠踪 The green robe does not mean clothing, but a scholar. Yet the protagonist, Ji Tianle, is no scholar, so what does The Green-Robed Hero’s Trail mean? Legend has it that the Tang Dynasty’s Song of the Rainbow Skirt and Feathered Garment is a supreme martial arts secret. At the end of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period, martial artists fought openly and in secret to seize the score, stirring up a storm of turmoil. Ji Tianle is drawn into the fray, and countless grudges and entanglements ar 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 3 Strange People and Odd Tales of the Jianghu 江湖奇人怪事 Introduction to the martial arts novel Strange People and Curious Tales of the Martial World: Legend has it that the mysterious and wealthy City of Gold gave the map and key to its treasure to the famous figure Li San Lang. Before long, Sickly Beauty, Tang Da Peng, Jin Shao Qiu, Nan Gong Qiu Leng, Si Ma Chang, Dong Fang Ming, and others all stepped onto the stage, frantically searching for Li San Lang. As it turned out, Li San Lang had taken on the identity of the renowned constable Dong Men Cha —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 4 Records of Seeking the Dao in the Great Mysteries 太玄寻道录 Northern Wei in Turmoil: Buddhism and Taoism Clash Beneath Mount Taixuan Story Background: In the seventeenth year of Taihe under the Northern Wei, on the eve of Emperor Xiaowen's move of the capital to Luoyang, Qin Yifeng, a twelfth-generation disciple of Xuandu Temple on Mount Taishi in the Song Mountains, is sent by his master to escort the Huangting Scripture down the mountain. Along the way, he is drawn into the thousand-year undercurrent of the conflict between Buddhism and Taoism. At this 3Reads—Score—14d adds
- 5 Traditional Wuxia Novel: Lin the Dashing Rogue 传统武侠小说林大剌客 Introduction to the traditional wuxia novel Lin the Great Assassin: During the Wanli era of the Ming dynasty, Lin Yanliang was a young swordsman newly arrived in the martial world. Not only was he highly skilled in martial arts, he also had a heroic heart and a strong sense of justice. He had heard and seen how a corrupt court official nicknamed “Skinflint Liang” kept a pack of lackeys, exploiting the people and bringing misery to the region. Enraged, Lin resolved to act justly and uphold what w 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 6 Worn Down by Love 为爱憔悴 Synopsis of the novel Worn Thin by Love The novel's male lead, Guan Zhaoyang, comes from a wealthy family. His father is a Confucian general, so Guan Zhaoyang has always valued scholarship over martial arts. Then Guan Zhaoyang loses face in front of his romantic rival, Chu Shaohua, and feels too ashamed to pursue the woman he loves, Jiang Xuemei. So he leaves home, hoping to find a martial arts master who can teach him. This is a martial arts novel. It is a tale of striving for love, full of twi —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 7 Writing Spring and Autumn with an Iron Brush 铁笔写春秋 Introduction to Gu Long's classic wuxia novel, The Iron Brush Writes of Spring and Autumn: Gu Lang was so startled that he hardly knew what to do. Hamentuo placed the box of golden-star hidden weapons in Gu Lang's leather satchel and said with a smile, “Keep it safe. This means as much to me as the Spring and Autumn Brush!” Beneath the golden-red sunlight, a jet-black steed came galloping toward them. Its rider was no more than seventeen or eighteen years old. He wore a thin long robe and held n 86Reads—Score—14d adds
- 8 Bai Rushuang 白如霜 An introduction to Gu Long's wuxia novel White as Frost: White as Frost is the male protagonist's name, so using it as the title feels rather baffling. The plot is simple: Bai Ruyun abducts Wu Qingping and imprisons her in a lakeside pavilion. Before long, as the clichés would have it, they fall in love. But Wu Qingping was already engaged, and her fiancé, Long Yunfu, was an outstanding young man in his own right. His backers, the Three Hundred Elders, were also formidable masters of an older ge 37Reads—Score—14d adds
- 9 The Golden Gate Swordswoman 金门女侠 Synopsis of Gu Long's martial arts novel The Heroine of Golden Gate: Wang Ruofang, a woman with extraordinary martial arts skills, sets out to find a treasure map and catch the culprit after the Zheng family in a neighboring village is murdered to the last person over their ancestral Map of Mount Lu's Scenic Wonders, one of four maps, the C map. Hoping to avoid being implicated, she leaves home to investigate. Along the way, she stumbles into the heart of a storm: powerful factions are hunting L 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 10 The Central Plains Warlord 中原枭雄 Synopsis of Gu Long's wuxia novel The Hero of the Central Plains: After Qingyun Ke explained the principles of becoming an alliance leader and a tyrant, Qiu Lei underwent a major change of heart. He learned that you must speak to people in terms they understand, and that he had to do whatever it took to make friends who could help him become famous. Though the Jiuhua Taoist had few friends and many enemies in the martial world, and a thoroughly tarnished reputation, his skill had reached perfect 4Reads—Score—14d adds
- 11 The Crane Soars Across China 鹤翔神州 Description of the Gu Long wuxia novel The Crane Soars Across the Land: Two people are sitting in the pavilion. One is a blind fortune-teller in a gray robe; the other is a young woman holding a moon lute. The blind man grips a bamboo staff. His hair is completely white, and a long white beard flutters gently in the breeze like a bolt of satin. A cord is tied around his gray robe, laden with odds and ends: a little cloth bag for divination fees, a long-stemmed tobacco pipe, a pouch of tobacco, a 19Reads—Score—14d adds
- 12 Blood Rains on the Scarlet Blossoms 血雨洒花红 Introduction to the story of Gu Long's traditional martial arts novel Blood Rain Scatters Red Flowers: The story of Blood Rain Scatters Red Flowers is quite interesting: a man seeks revenge, then becomes involved with his enemy's daughter. 10Reads—Score—14d adds
- 13 Fragrant Sword, Heartbreaking Flower 飘香剑断肠花 Synopsis of Dugu Hong's wuxia novel The Fragrant Sword and the Heartbreak Flower: Six people stand before the grave: Li Yulou, Ximen Feishuang, Chi Yinghong, Xiao Hong, Xiao Lü, and Yuchi Gang. The incense and flowers have been offered, the fruit laid out, and the rites completed. The six stand silently before the grave. Li Yulou cannot hold back his tears. After a long while, Ximen Feishuang slowly says, “My dear, please ask Manager Yuchi to help the Dove King rebuild his home. Then let’s take 25Reads—Score—14d adds
- 14 The Lone Wanderer's Sword 独孤客剑 Classic Wuxia Novels: A Collection of Masterpieces. To help wuxia fans find the books they love more easily, this collection brings together hundreds of outstanding works by renowned wuxia authors from mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. 1. A synopsis of Gu Long's wuxia novel The Lone Sword: The handsome scholar Yan Lingfei is entrusted with the weighty mission of overthrowing the Qing dynasty and ventures alone into the royal court's struggle for power. The danger is immense, but Yan Lingfe —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 15 The Seven Emotions Tribulation 七情劫 Synopsis of the wuxia novel Seven Emotions Tribulation: To seek treatment for his illness, Tan Yonglun moves into Cold Moon Painting Studio, home of the reclusive physician Ba Hu Gong. There he meets Zhu Zhenzhen, a kind and innocent young woman suffering from the strange affliction known as the Seven Emotions Tribulation. She is the daughter of the fallen Jianwen Emperor. The condition is peculiar: giving free rein to any of the seven emotions or six desires could put her life in danger. To pro 3Reads—Score—14d adds
- 16 The Wuxia Novel: The Shadow of the Red Lantern Hero 武侠小说红灯侠影 Introduction to the wuxia novel Red Lantern Hero's Shadow: The story is quite simple. The young hero Leng Yueping does a good deed by rescuing someone named Mo Huan. But after freeing him, Leng is trapped in a cave by the very man he saved and nearly dies. Later, an earthquake saves his life. Once out, the young hero searches everywhere for the ingrate who repaid kindness with betrayal, determined to get revenge. 52Reads—Score—14d adds
- 17 A Lone Rider's Courage 孤勇单骑 Synopsis of Gu Long's traditional martial arts novel The Lone Rider: It was dusk. Miss Ai, Jin Wugu, and the others had finished searching the entire route and reached this end of the island. After signaling one another, they began gathering in the center of the island, where Li Yanfei was. The first to arrive there were Miss Ai and Jin Wugu. One reason was that they were closer to the center, but another was that they had not seen their beloved for days and could hardly wait another moment to s 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 18 Sword Shadows Beneath the Moon 月下剑影 Synopsis of the wuxia novel Sword Shadows Beneath the Moon: Now these two were about to be joined in marriage. It was naturally wonderful news! A perfect match of talent and beauty, who wouldn't admire them? The entire county seat of Guan County was in an uproar. People crowded outside the Jiang family home in Dujiangyan and all the way to the banks of the Min River estuary. The streets stretched for more than ten li, packed with onlookers. Everyone waited for the Jiang family's bridal processio 9Reads—Score—14d adds
- 19 Tales of the Cold-Faced Swordsman 冷面刀客传 Synopsis of Gu Long's martial arts novel The Cold-Faced Swordsman: The Patrol Camp uses the suppression of illegal salt trading as a pretext to extort money by any means. They have slaughtered entire families and committed every kind of crime. The Jianhua Garden mistakenly takes them for river pirates and accidentally kills one of them, bringing disaster upon itself. The authorities come to wipe them out, the garden is destroyed, and the family of the Peerless Sword Madman disappears without a t —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 20 The Dragons and Serpents of the Four Seas 四海龙蛇斗 Introduction to the traditional wuxia novel The Dragon and Serpent Clash Across the Four Seas: The story follows Lin Zhe, who was born into a family of renowned martial artists. As a child, after a family tragedy, Chai Zhe was abducted by the Misty Divine Dragon, deputy leader of the Black Eagle Society, and taken to the Great Celestial Star Stronghold. In just a few short years, he learned extraordinary martial arts and mastered the languages of the Miao, Mongols, and foreign tribes. Chai Zhe l 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 21 Liu Ji, the Crouching Dragon Hero 卧龙侠刘基 Introduction to The Complete Collection of Wuxia Novels, Volume One: This collection was created to help wuxia novel fans find the books they love. It is divided into three volumes: upper, middle, and lower. It includes hundreds of outstanding works by renowned wuxia novelists from mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, with each novel presented in a single volume. Readers can find the novels they want by searching for the corresponding title and author. 1. Traditional Wuxia Novel: The Hero Liu —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 22 Flying Bell 飞铃 Synopsis of Wolong Sheng’s wuxia novel Flying Bell: Young heroes Wu Yuanchao and Tie Chenggang arrive in Daming Prefecture, intending to kill Bai Baopi and rid the people of a scourge. But after learning the truth, they discover that Bai Yushan has secretly helped countless people in need. Huang Shirong died by the sword of his sworn brother, Bai Yushan. Huang’s wife endured her grief for eighteen years before setting out with her daughter Feng Gu to avenge her husband. Though Bai Yushan is a hi 20Reads—Score—14d adds
- 23 The Book of Swords 剑名录 This is a story about revenge. Hunted by his enemies from the moment he was born, the boy stumbles into the most difficult map in the entire book as soon as he sets out on his journey. After overcoming trial upon trial, he hones himself into a formidable fighter. When he returns to the human-world map, he is a max-level expert back in the beginner village. The boy launches his revenge plan. Not one person who ever harmed him will get away! No System, no transmigration, no special bloodline. Thr —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 24 The Wrathful King! From Villager to Comeback Hero 怒王！从村民开始逆袭 Heaven and Earth undergo a cataclysmic transformation. Disasters run rampant, and the people are left destitute. To survive, powerful figures everywhere rise up in rebellion! Imperial authority crumbles, and martial artists rule the world. Great sects seize spirit-vein strongholds and dominate their territories. Everyone pursues martial arts, seeking the power to shatter mountains and split rocks, and the path to immortality! The protagonist starts out as a villager who gathers medicinal herbs. —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 25 Tales of Five Heroes in a Chaotic Age 乱世五侠传 [Alternate History] + [Ensemble Cast] + [Episodic Structure] The greatest heroes serve their country and its people. With his formidable martial arts skills, can Zhang Ji'an carve out a place for himself in the martial world amid these turbulent times and establish a firm foothold? Can he also stay true to his original ideals and join like-minded companions in defending the righteous path of chivalry they believe in? —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 26 My Years as a Constable 我当捕快那些年 A true hero fights for the nation and its people. He strikes fear into the hearts of petty villains and makes the powerful think twice. He clears the names of the wrongfully accused, draws his sword for the weak, and brings peace to the world! 4Reads6.5Score—14d adds
- 27 Saber’s Song, Sword’s Cry 刀吟剑啸 The first appearance of a treasure sparks conflict in Hengzhou, and the clash of blades and spears sets the entire jianghu ablaze. In this vast world, this boundless jianghu, everyone is a protagonist, and no one is. It is filled with all kinds of people: some hate evil with a passion, some are brilliant strategists, some possess extraordinary skills, and some keep their abilities hidden. They gather for all sorts of reasons, whether for profit, revenge, justice, or loyalty... 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 28 Fine Steeds and Fragrant Carriages 怒马香车 Introduction to The Fragrant Carriage: The idea came from the owner of the Desire Carriage. It was an exceptionally splendid and spacious coach, drawn by four fine horses. No one knew the owner's name or origins, or even whether the owner was a man or a woman. As for the prize question the owner had posed, no one had won in the year since it was announced. What exactly was the correct answer? The question spread throughout the martial world, becoming a mystery. 12Reads—Score214d adds
- 29 The Carefree Phoenix 逸致凤凰 Xun Dexiang, apprentice to the solitary Daoist Guhe of the Ge Immortal Palace, spent more than a decade studying diligently under his master from childhood. He developed astonishing martial arts skills, but knew nothing of the ways of the righteous and evil factions in the martial world. On the day he left his master and descended the mountain to return home, he was framed by Deng Zhong, the young master of Deng Manor. Forced to leave home, he set out to uncover the truth. Along the way, he met —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 30 The Sequel to Dragon's Rise: A Record of Gratitude and Revenge 龙腾恩仇录续集 Synopsis of the martial arts novel Sequel to Dragon's Rise and Vengeance: A gentle breeze brushed his face. Heading south at dawn, Teng Fei felt an incomparable sense of ease. At noon, he disguised himself as a farmhand with a slightly hunched back, his face made sallow and dark by the dust of the road. He bought a sturdy mule, hid his sword case beneath the saddle pad, and hurried south. The mule proved surprisingly swift. They set off at the mao hour and reached Zhuoma Village at the si hour. —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 31 The Sequel to Dragon’s Song 龙吟调续集 Introduction to the wuxia novel Dragon's Roar: Sequel: To read Dragon's Roar: Sequel, you should first read Dragon's Roar to understand how the story began and unfolded. Otherwise, the first chapter of this book may feel like it starts in the middle of nowhere. The synopsis of Dragon's Roar says: “After descending the mountain, Guo Feiying roamed the martial world with his sword, fighting for justice. At Turtle Mountain, he met Master Yunhai, who appeared once every three years. Master Yunhai re 56Reads—Score—14d adds
- 32 The Jade Palm: A Classic Wuxia Novel About a Female Constable 经典武侠女巡捕之玉掌青苗 Introduction to the classic wuxia novel The Jade Palm and Green Seedling: The Female Constable Cheng Xiaodie, the only daughter of the prefect of Hongzhou, went to Mount Tian with her master as a child and spent ten years mastering martial arts. After completing her training, she returned to Hongzhou at her master's behest to help her father solve the Jade Pendant Mystery. Their investigation revealed that the Nine-Dragon Jade Pendant had been stolen by Chang Wuwu, the Great Mage of the White Lo 4Reads—Score314d adds
- 33 When the Golden Bells Echo 金铃回响时 [Alternate history + Original world + Fantasy martial arts + Ensemble cast + Fantasy] The Hanming Continent is in decline. Two hundred years into the Yuming era, the dynasty is nearing its end, beset by troubles at home and abroad, while the people suffer in misery. One day, disaster strikes Liaodong. The savior and his disciple, Duanmu Hongyi, head to Liaodong together. United as master and student, they seek only to bring peace to the region. Amid the calamity in Liaodong, all kinds of people 3Reads—Score—14d adds
- 34 You Said You Were Invincible 你说的，你无敌 One heroine, also known as You Said You’d Stay by My Side What is the jianghu? Deceit and betrayal, stumbling along, facing everything together, or… you said you’d stay by my side. To break free of the shackles around him, Ding Yuewu, who suffers from a hidden ailment, unexpectedly meets Yang Ruoxue, a merchant’s daughter whose family has fallen on hard times. By helping each other, one gets to see the jianghu he has always longed for, while the other fulfills her dream. Shanghui, an adviser in —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 35 The Iron Swallow: A Sequel to the Wuxia Novel Brocade Silk 武侠小说铁燕锦绫续集 Synopsis of the wuxia novel Sequel to Iron Swallow and Brocade Silk: This novel tells the story of love and chivalry among its four protagonists: Tie Shouhua, Li Yanhong, Ye Yanjin, and Ji Ling. It is called a “romantic wuxia tale” because the author's portrayal of love is tender and intricate, heartrending and bittersweet, quite unlike the styles of Jin, Gu, and Liang. In a word, it's tragic. But the novel offers more than tragedy; it also has its chivalrous side. Tie Shourong earns the name “W 4Reads—Score—14d adds
- 36 Chivalrous Spirit in a Martial Arts Novel 武侠小说侠肝义胆 Synopsis of Dugu Hong’s martial arts novel, Gallant Heart: Li Yulin steeled himself, took off his clothes, and handed them over. The figure put on Li Yulin’s clothes and said, “Master Li, watch for your chance and seize it!” Then he turned and left. Li Yulin said in a trembling voice, “Sir, for as long as Li Yulin lives...” A thunderous shout rang out outside. A figure burst from the Wanfu Pavilion, swept through the air, and plunged toward the foot of the mountain. Hashan cried out, “Li Yulin, 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 37 The Dragon’s Tune: A Wuxia Novel 武侠小说龙吟调 Synopsis of the wuxia novel Dragon's Song: Recently, a highly skilled female thief has been causing trouble throughout Suzhou and Jiangning, and the authorities are helpless. They ask local hero Guo Feiying for help. Meanwhile, a new courtesan named Bai Zhifen appears at the local brothel, Baohua Troupe. She refuses to entertain clients, and is beautiful, well-read, and refined. Guo Feiying visits because he has heard of her and falls in love with her. He also lets slip that he is helping the au —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 38 Wuxia Fantasy: The Jade Lotus Song 武侠玄幻碧莲曲 Synopsis of the wuxia fantasy novel The Song of the Jade Lotus: Whenever Fang Yuqi sits on this great rock, he naturally begins to hum The Song of the Jade Lotus. What a beautiful, lovely melody it is! It is the only song he ever learned as a child, and it has left a deep impression on his heart. It originally had no title. Perhaps it did have one, since a song cannot possibly have no name. But he was too young back then, and only knew how to sing it. Why would he have asked about its title? As 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 39 Ironhearted Detective: A Traditional Wuxia Novel 传统武侠小说铁汉神探 Introduction to the traditional wuxia novel The Ironhearted Detective: The story takes place in the capital. To raise funds for disaster relief, Zhuo Qingwei sets out to sell four chests of treasures. As he passes an alley, the porters carrying the treasures behind him are ambushed and replaced by two men carrying identical chests. The next day, when the four chests are brought out, they are full of rotten cotton and rags. They have fallen victim to master thieves who specialize in switching goo 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 40 Swordplay in the Misty Rain 剑走烟雨 During the Northern Song dynasty, a young man carrying two sharp swords emerges from the misty rain of Jiangnan. Bearing a blood feud, he ventures alone into the martial world. One sword splits mountains and rivers; the other brings order to heaven and earth... 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 41 Classic Wuxia: Subduing Dragons and Taming Tigers 传统武侠擒龙缚虎 45Reads—Score—14d adds
- 42 A Wuxia Novel: Sharpening My Sword by Lamplight 武侠小说挑灯磨剑 Introduction to Gu Long’s wuxia novel, Wielding a Sword by Lamplight: The title Wielding a Sword by Lamplight brings to mind a poem by the great lyricist Xin Qiji, and images of warhorses and clashing weapons. After finishing the book, you’re left wanting more. There aren’t many characters, but the male leads, Ma Jiangyuan and Leng Yue, and the heroines, Hong Yao and Tie Shan, are all endearing. 17Reads—Score—14d adds
- 43 The Martial Arts Novel: Roar of the Snow Mountain 武侠小说雪山长啸 Introduction to the wuxia novel Snow Mountain’s Long Roar: Snow Mountain’s Long Roar tells the story of sword immortals, with Yue Huaibing and Yuchi Lanyou as its protagonists. Two years ago, at a wild inn run by a foreign woman at the foot of the snowy mountain, he caught a glimpse of Yuchi Qingyou. That fleeting image had somehow taken such deep root in his heart. 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 44 A Classic Wuxia Novel: The Golden Saber, Explained with a Smile 经典武侠小说笑解金刀 Introduction to Gu Long’s wuxia novel The Laughing Golden Saber: The Golden Saber? Whose saber? Who is laughing? To laugh and explain the Golden Saber takes courage, wisdom, and martial skill. A streak of blood-red lightning flashed down, skimming almost against the glazed roof tiles of the Golden Hall of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City. It flickered brilliantly, as though the sky were ablaze. A string of thunderclaps then rang out from the western sky, rumbling over the imperial city like 9Reads—Score—14d adds
- 45 The Iron Swallow and Brocade Sash 武侠小说铁燕锦绫 Synopsis of the wuxia novel Iron Swallow, Brocade and Silk: This novel tells the love-and-heroics story of its four main characters: Tie Shouhua, Li Yanhong, Ye Yanjin, and Ji Ling. It is called a tale of “love and heroics” because the author writes love with tender, delicate sorrow and heartrending intensity, quite unlike the styles of Jin Yong, Gu Long, and Liang Yusheng. In a word, it’s heartbreaking. But the novel isn’t only heartbreaking; it also has its heroic side. For instance, Tie Shour 8Reads—Score—14d adds
- 46 Traditional Wuxia: The Northeastern Bandits 传统武侠东北响马 Synopsis of Gu Long’s traditional wuxia novel The Northeastern Bandits: In the first month of spring in the fourth year of the Jiaqing reign, the Retired Emperor dies in the Hall of Mental Cultivation! Censor Guang Xing, Ministry of Personnel Secretary Wang Niansun, and others jointly impeach Heshen, accusing him of ten grave crimes of treason and sixteen capital offenses, each character a blade! Jiaqing orders Prince Cheng and Prince Yi to lead the Imperial Guards in arresting Heshen. Fearing 5Reads—Score—14d adds
- 47 The Wind Sweeps the Candle by the West Window 风卷西窗烛 A young man enters the jianghu for the first time and conceals his identity. Though he has no wish to get involved, he is drawn into conflicts between the jianghu and the imperial court. "What will you choose?" the old man before him asked. The young man picked up a black stone and placed it on the board. "This is my choice." (The male lead plays both sides of the law. The romance is minimal, with most of the story focused on the plot.) 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 48 Devouring Demons 啖魔 A thousand-year-old legend of gods and demons, and an eternal struggle between good and evil. A mighty imperial dynasty teeters on the brink of collapse. Swordmasters whose martial arts approach the divine lie hidden in the darkest reaches of the martial world and among towering mountain peaks. Yet there are beings even more powerful than they: the Demon God of antiquity. Though his body was destroyed, his consciousness remains, sealed in slumber beneath the Nine Hells as he awaits awakening. Hu 4Reads—Score—14d adds
- 49 The Heroic Chronicles of Jingming 惊溟侠记 In the final years of the Tang Dynasty, the Twelve Jingming Sacred Steles, which celebrated the empire’s founding heroes, were destroyed. A prophecy soon spread among the people: “When Jingming appears again, the Tang will fall.” From then on, the martial world of the Tang was no longer at peace, and the imperial court and the jianghu became intertwined through Jingming. The orphaned boy Jiang Yunque has no desire to enter the jianghu, but is swept into its conflicts all the same. At the Mount T —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 50 A Record of Splendor and Misty Rain 风华烟雨录 [Historical setting + light wuxia + lighthearted comedy + political intrigue] A handsome pavilion master who hides his true abilities, an exquisite divine physician who plays the pig to eat the tiger, a righteous young gentleman, and a wealthy heiress who spends lavishly. Four young people from very different walks of life meet and, each pursuing their own aims, set off together on a journey of their own. One step across the land, one step through the martial world. Conflict rages throughout the 2Reads—Score—14d adds
