Hidden Gems with Excellent Writing 各类文笔精湛却鲜为人知的冷门佳作

1. 1 伊 Evetrona's Tales of the Old Days 伊芙特罗娜的旧日见闻 Orange Ochre Juzer橘赭JuzerWestern Fantasy1.8M WordsOngoing When Eve woke up, she found herself in the middle of a snow-covered mountain range. She had once been a man in his thirties, but now she had become a little girl of unknown origins. In this world, civilization had developed in a nonlinear fashion: farming and herding, gears and steam, electricity and automation, flying through the skies and diving beneath the seas, arcane alchemy, mechanical will... How is anyone supposed to live in such a chaotic world? Or perhaps there's no need to worry about 12Tickets8.4MClicks87.4kFavorites

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   A masterpiece. No need to say more

2. 2 破 The Ruined Crown 破败王冠 Lady RockWestern Fantasy3.2M WordsOngoing The king is dead. Was it a plot or an accident? The empire invades. Is it a disaster or an opportunity? Life takes a sudden turn. Do you go with the flow or break through the storm? For power, for love, for honor, for freedom... Who will become the favored child of the God of Destiny? And who will be doomed by a fleeting dream? Greatness and madness are just a thought apart; the throne and the grave are just one step away... 1Tickets556.2kClicks10kFavorites

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   A masterpiece. "This humble work is dedicated to all fantasy enthusiasts." The author updates sporadically; this is a near-masterpiece in the Western fantasy genre.

3. 3 A Aether Raymond Geddon Aether 雷蒙盖顿 Serpent of the Crimson One赤者之蛇Sci-Fi1.1M WordsOngoing Preface: I promise never to abandon this novel, but as a working adult, I have little time to write, so updates will be irregular. The story takes place in a world where a catastrophe known as Armageddon gave rise to a new species of life: the Fallen, or demons. After becoming entangled in an incident involving the Fallen, the protagonist, Kasituoer Leimenggaidun (known as Kas), meets the heroine, Charlotte Rosalind Blanche, setting off on an adventure together. 0Tickets165kClicks3.8kFavorites

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   A masterpiece. A science fiction novel whose writing style and artistry are unparalleled on the entire site. It is my favorite work. It had some minor flaws in the early stages, but became a masterpiece in the later stages. I have never written for any so-called utilitarian purpose; this is my own personal meaning. The story is complex and profound, with a large number of characters, a rigorous and detailed setting, and a unique ability to arrange the plot. This is not a light novel, but a work of literature. The series has been running for almost ten years now, and the perseverance is truly admirable. There are book reviews left; you can check them out. (Focus more on plot, less on characters; the author is busy with real-life commitments and updates monthly)

4. 4 空 The Imaginary Sacred Canon 空想圣典 Cold Star, Moonlit Sky冷星月空Western Fantasy1.0M WordsCompleted Death is humanity’s ultimate question, yet she has gained eternal life. After a rebellious prank, the boy Ling Zhen puts on a shrine maiden’s outfit and is swept into the vortex of another world. His future takes a different course. As a shrine maiden, Ling Zhen waits in the Forest of Reverie for three thousand years. When she finally leaves the woods, perhaps an endless journey will begin. Humans and elves, forests and castles, steeds and three-masted galleons, war and flames: the shrine maiden 0Tickets784.3kClicks10.2kFavorites

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   Excellent. I don't like storytelling, but this book... "A sense of loss and sorrow." It can be described as a masterpiece. Completed. (This book has a truly legendary story. The original author had to abandon the project due to financial difficulties, but one of his fans took up the spirit of the book and continued the unfinished work, even writing it to completion. This is a rare feat in the entire Pineapple Bun community and even the entire internet.)

5. 5 我 The Time Witch Who Seeks the Past, and Me 我与追寻过往的时之魔女 Person Beneath the Forest森下之人Eastern Fantasy981k WordsOngoing [Western Fantasy] [Pure Love] [Adventure] [Time Travel] [Magic] In the winter of 2030, guided by a prophetic dream, I found an old manor in the outskirts of northern England. ...There, I met a beautiful black-haired girl: the Witch of Time. She changed my fate. And so I set out with her on a journey through time and magic. In her eyes, there was only one person who always stood before her. His back blocked out the dazzling light, giving her time to catch her breath. "Rijedar?" "...It's nothi 1Tickets157.5kClicks2.2kFavorites

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   It contains smuggled-in personal agendas. (Contains a large number of character designs and some fan art, all commissioned works) A first-person Western fantasy work with the themes of time and destiny. The story begins with a seasoned translator (male protagonist) seeking answers to a precognitive dream that has haunted his mind for ten years. He encounters a "time witch" (female protagonist) who was sealed away more than four hundred years ago, leading the story on a journey through different eras. The background history adopts a realistic worldview, upon which the concept of magic is shaped. The writing is fluent and of decent quality, with unique depictions of battles. The author updates weekly when not on holidays. (The writing style and story structure in the first two volumes are immature, but they begin to mature in the third volume. They can be read quickly.)

6. 6 蒸 Steam Hymn: Victoria 蒸汽圣咏-Victoria Far Eastern Nue远东鵺Western Fantasy790k WordsOngoing —Tickets448.7kClicks3.1kFavorites

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   Wonderful work. The oldest legend of the pineapple bun. Unable to be viewed, and there was no further development, but steampunk is always worth mentioning. (This is a history spanning at least ten years, and cannot be accessed within this site; you will need to navigate to another location to view it.)

7. 7 银 The Ashen Overture of the Silver Crown 银之冠的灰烬序曲 Cuckoo and Invisible Worries子规与不可见的忧虑Western Fantasy1.3M WordsOngoing After a carefully planned assassination, Lenore, a girl from South Roslyn, lost everything. Marked with a mysterious etching, she was granted power far beyond magic and drawn into a ritual in which people bearing the same etching slaughter one another to compete for the chance to have a wish granted. What really happened on that rainy night in South Roslyn? Whose wish is the etching ritual, ignited in the Storia Empire, meant to fulfill? What kind of shadow looms over the starry skies above the 2Tickets726.2kClicks11.4kFavorites

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   Excellent. It's not exactly an obscure genre; it's featured in various Western fantasy recommendations, so there's not much more to say about it.

8. 8 魔 The Witch's Garden Notebook 魔女的箱庭笔记 Shen Dong Stenly燊冬StenlyWestern Fantasy4.0M WordsOngoing In the natural world, there are unnatural beings. Witches inside miniature gardens, angels above the heavens, demons in hell, and even humanity itself. This is a story about humans and the unnatural. There is no protagonist. Or rather, everyone caught up in it is part of the story. That is, if they manage to survive. 2Tickets132.3kClicks3kFavorites

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   A masterpiece. Another work that transcends light novels and becomes literature. The author possesses exceptional writing skills, with a superb ability to grasp psychology and language. This ensemble drama is unparalleled on the site. (This series has been running for a few years, and it's surprisingly high-quality with daily updates.)

9. 9 幽 Yukal, Vaelitte 幽卡尔，瓦艾莉特 zom90Western Fantasy2.5M WordsOngoing A mysterious mercenary, in a fantastical yet wretched world. Ancient secrets, hidden histories. Come witness the legendary tale of Yuukaru Vaeliet! 0Tickets125.7kClicks1.6kFavorites

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   Excellent. "To live out one's own romance in a terrible world" This sentence can express the story or describe the author. A dark medieval fantasy masterpiece with a distinctive style, mature writing, and commendable character development. I have left a review, which you can find here. (She continues to update it over the years.)

10. 10 丝 The Chronicles of Speriel 丝佩瑞尔年代记 Fire Color火 彩Western Fantasy1.4M WordsOngoing Come on, friends! Get ready for the spiritual shock and baptism of an utterly serious Western fantasy adventure! By the Author, 2026.10 Synopsis divider, feel free to ignore Welcome to the continent of Siperil. After the devastating Feather God War, its glorious civilization vanished, and people spent a thousand years in darkness, despair, and pain. Now the dawn of civilization's revival has appeared, and a new era is about to begin. People's fates intertwine, composing a new song of life in t 0Tickets157.5kClicks1.2kFavorites

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    Wonderful work. "A surviving monument, a living history." Although it can't be considered a masterpiece and the writing style is rather average, this book is quite old, dating back to 2009, and has been serialized to this day. Judging from the perseverance, it is truly a remarkable book.

11. 11 微 A Breeze Across the Land 微风拂境 keepstallWestern Fantasy747k WordsOngoing Born of the wind, gone with the wind. A girl who has lost her memories sets out alone on a journey to discover her origins. She travels through many countries, meets all kinds of people, and gains friendship and grows, while also facing mortal danger. The girl wanders the world as a traveler, witnessing all sorts of events that take place around her. "I want to see the scenery ahead, learn about the people and things around me, enjoy the time spent on the road, and understand who I used to be." 0Tickets29.1kClicks1.5kFavorites

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    Excellent. A wonderfully heartwarming travel story, with well-developed characters that evoke the feeling of a literary work, lighthearted yet slightly elegant. Remember to check out my review in the book review section. (It seems the story was abruptly discontinued, which is quite sad. This beautiful story ended before the young girl could uncover the secrets within her.)

12. 12 S Saving Phosphate Zi磷酸盐子Western Fantasy391k WordsOngoing Adventure? Superpowers? Another world! This is a story set in motion by "seven apples." Beneath the fog of a city in the age of steam, society lets machines and gears clamor under their own laws. Yet time still watches and records everything in the world, in a script that cannot be deciphered even by the stars in the sky. Hidden away in a long-sealed corner lies a vast, mysterious world of magic. It quietly reveals itself to the boy who should have belonged to that world. "Welcome to the Chron 0Tickets26kClicks879Favorites

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    Excellent. A masterpiece that will blow your mind! It boasts a well-developed premise, a slow-burn ensemble drama, and a distinctly Japanese setting. There's also a fan-made anime of the same name on Bilibili. "A story themed around 'time.' Everyone in the story is either seeking redemption or being redeemed. A slow-burning ensemble drama, almost everyone has a unique story. And, if everything could be done over, if there were opportunities for what didn't happen, if any wish could be fulfilled, to make up for what the world has lost to us..."

13. 13 圈 The Domestication Policy 圈养政策 RayLoaWestern Fantasy1.1M WordsOngoing Faced with the choice between survival and extinction, humanity ultimately abandoned the ethics and morals it had once held up and celebrated. It launched a human experimentation program codenamed [В, Prisoner Policy] (the Captive Breeding Policy), successfully combining the genes of the favored children of Mother Nature, the "Noah Race," with those of human girls. Thus the tragic, heart-wrenching thousand-year war, [Elegy at Dusk], began to play once more. 0Tickets55.5kClicks1.1kFavorites

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    Fairly acceptable. Both the profoundness and the original intention are qualities of a work of great significance. A masterpiece has its own name, and its name needs no further explanation. Both works were serialized for eight to nine years. (It's been discontinued, what a pity)

14. 14 C CrossWorld D.S.ALWestern Fantasy1.3M WordsCompleted Kain, a historian, meets a young female crusader. By a twist of fate, the two set off on a journey to the northern reaches of Forensen. When they arrive, a 500-year-old seal is broken, and the power of the demons once again reaches into the continent of Feins. But the demons' goal is more than simply "raising" humans. And the only things standing in their way are not just demons… 0Tickets140.4kClicks3.5kFavorites

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    Excellent. Intertwined Part 1 (a trilogy, all parts recommended) "A fantasy novel disguised as a fantasy novel, it is a combination of serious Western fantasy and sword and magic. It has the power struggles and interests of traditional Western fantasy as well as the protagonist's adventure and growth. It has a huge world view and requires some effort to read." Therefore, please be mentally prepared before opening this work, because you are looking at an entire world.

15. 15 苏 Sumi's Journey 苏米之旅 YouminoUmino悠米诺UminoEastern Fantasy1.2M WordsOngoing "Then, let's set off." The story of a twelve-year-old girl and her journey. The world is beautiful because it is fantastical and wondrous. Cover artist: Jingye Vic 0Tickets59.8kClicks1.4kFavorites

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    Excellent. A fantasy travel story with an excellent concept and writing style. (I don't know when it will be updated, and there's been no activity in the group.) Revised on September 18, 2024: (The author is working on a game. Writing will continue after the game's release. The game is titled "To You Named Alice".)

16. 16 绝 Absolute Witch Einherjar Edda 绝对魔女Einherjar埃达 Panda Panger熊猫PangerWestern Fantasy1.2M WordsOngoing Science has long since rotted, the gods have all perished, and the ancient world of Aida has reached a turning point in history. The godly foes lurking in the shadows, the three Witch Towers that laid the foundations of this world, and ill-intentioned visitors from another realm: in this world, the young King Wang Shouqi seeks a justice of his own... The hidden history of Sword God Luocheng and the truth behind the Battle of Atlas are slowly breaking free from their chains of silence... Inherita 0Tickets26.1kClicks607Favorites

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    Excellent. The author referenced some D&D rulebooks and Lord of the Rings, as well as original Western fantasy like Warhammer Fantasy, making it very appealing (this book has two parts; this is the second). (Updates have been discontinued)

17. 17 丹 Dantalian's Bookshelf X Fantasy Bard's Notes 丹特丽安的书架X幻想吟游手记 The Wind Howls, Yet the Yi River Remains Cold风萧萧兮易水犹寒Western Fantasy25k WordsOngoing This is a story composed of countless words from the realm of fantasy, sung and recited by travelers who journey in search of fantasy books. Though born of fantasy, it has also been written down, just like this book: A traveler's notes on the tales recited from books of fantasy. 0Tickets1.6kClicks117Favorites

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    Fairly acceptable. This is a very rare fanfiction about Dantalian's bookshelf that is still being updated. The writing is delicate, the author has a very good grasp of the original characters, and there are original and complex settings. The historical background is well researched, and the author has a strong control over the words. The only drawback is that the author is very busy in real life, so updates are almost sporadic and the word count is relatively low, but even so, it is still a good work. (Annual update)

18. 18 苍 Tales of the Azure Moon 苍月物语 Pet Cat Knight宠物猫骑士Western Fantasy2.2M WordsCompleted Canglong Yueying returned after spending several years training in the land of the beastfolk. He's not invincible, but he's strong. He's not very bright, but he's obedient. Just take that at face value. What bothers him most is his own face, though he doesn't really care about it either. This is simply the story of a thirteen-year-old boy growing up and meeting many friends and enemies. 0Tickets197.5kClicks2kFavorites

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    Excellent. It's a very Japanese work, and its large number of words and the years it has been serialized give it a certain weight, while its calm narrative style places it somewhere between epic and fantasy. It has been serialized for nine years now, and the perseverance is admirable. After years of persistent writing, the creator could only conclude, "Perhaps I'm not suited to writing novels"... ... It's truly moving. (Completed. It's a bit of a shame that the author doesn't seem to have any plans to write other novels.)

19. 19 终 Terminal Knight and Miracle Princess 终端骑士与奇迹公主 Flower of a Brilliant August绚丽八月之花Western Fantasy2.4M WordsOngoing After a large-scale war, the world entered a relatively stable period of reconstruction. But even after the flames go out, they leave behind embers, with the possibility of the fire starting up again! Peace secured by nothing more than a written agreement is far too fragile! Against this backdrop, a boy full of hope meets a girl with an agenda of her own... 0Tickets121.1kClicks1.6kFavorites

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    Excellent. This work, which was interrupted due to the author's circumstances, is of excellent quality, and I hope it will have an ending in my lifetime.

20. 20 科 The Legend of Korazewo II: Dragon's Dream 科拉泽沃的传说II龙之梦 The Soviet Red Army of Steel钢铁的苏维埃红军Western Fantasy1.4M WordsCompleted The bard sang once more: "That child comes from the south. His red eyes are like a sea of blood. His white steed... I think he has come to reclaim what is his. There, in the snowy wilderness. Look, here he comes." 0Tickets38.7kClicks870Favorites

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    Wonderful work. (This is a trilogy; it is recommended to watch it all.) Taking any one of these books as a standalone work, it is not enough to call it a masterpiece, because the writing style is not outstanding and there are sometimes some minor grammatical errors, which slightly affect the reading experience. But... "It is so foolish to use criticism to comment on epics." The writing style and plot construction are unparalleled, like a bard singing the legendary deeds left behind by a hero. "I am witnessing an ordinary man become a hero." (Completed many years ago) (This is a book list alternative, replacing the second and third volumes of "Intersecting Worlds")

21. 21 魔 The Witch’s Exchange 魔女的交换 Qing Lan晴斓Western Fantasy2.0M WordsOngoing Reborn in another world, a soul with fragmented memories takes up residence in a body of unknown origin. A sudden disaster and two crystals of different colors quietly set the wheels of fate in motion. Where did I, and the other “me,” come from, and where are we going? Is this world the end, or the beginning? 0Tickets247.2kClicks3.5kFavorites

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    Excellent. First-person perspective, slow-burn narrative, the world-building will be gradually revealed as the story progresses. The riddles attracted a lot of people in the early stages, but the situation improved later on, and the foreshadowing was gradually resolved, making it a good fit for a good piece of writing. (This is a hobbyist writer; updates are sporadic.)

22. 22 无 Poem of Colorlessness 无色之诗 Withered Alley枯萎巷Western Fantasy1.0M WordsCompleted This place is filled with danger and the unknown. The world is a rainstorm, and humanity is like leaves tossed about by the ripples of raindrops. What keeps those leaves from sinking is the countless "brave souls" and "heroes" who have lived from ancient times to the present. Thor is a boy with no special traits, and no one thinks much of him. Even as he struggles through the mud, he wants to see with his own eyes the scenery that heroes have seen. This is the story of a boy's growth. 0Tickets52.2kClicks610Favorites

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    Fairly acceptable. This million-word novel tells the story of a young man's growth. The subject matter seems typical, but the content is surprisingly refreshing and worth reading. The author has many things he wants to express, but none of them are clearly expressed. If they could all be expressed, it would definitely be a masterpiece. Completed. (This is a replacement book for "Sky Train")

23. 23 流 The Wandering Necromancer 流浪的亡灵法师 Passerby255路人255Western Fantasy1.9M WordsOngoing "The world outside is vast and strange, but it's still more beautiful than a little town." The young man holding a greatsword looked at his dazed nephew beside him and smiled. He patted the boy on the head, then went back to work. "There are good people in this world, but there are plenty of bad ones, too." The uncle, no longer young, looked at the boy before him, a trace of reluctance in his eyes. On a hill outside the town, his nephew had grown into a young man. He looked at the older man 0Tickets434.9kClicks2kFavorites

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    Excellent. "Would you be willing to witness an ordinary and self-conscious boy walk his unique journey?" The plot has a beginning and an end, the narrative perspective is diverse, the character development is acceptable, the theme is clear, and it has many ideas on class and social issues. It has a minimum of one million words and the plot develops slowly. "A coming-of-age story would be too boring if it didn't have the interplay of darkness and light." But this work is "interesting". If you are willing to accept its minor flaws in the early stages, you will definitely think that this work can be a masterpiece. (The author appears to have stopped updating; please update.) (This is an alternative book to "Your Broken Fairy Tale")

24. 24 M MH Instruction La Zi Cang辣子苍Western Fantasy4.1M WordsOngoing This is a world where colossal beasts roam. Humanity has no claim to the title of overlord, and can only rely on hunters to carve out a tenuous place in the brutal natural world. Building on this setting, the story breaks with tradition and defies convention. An extraordinary hunt, spanning beasts against beasts, beasts against humans, and humans against humans, is about to begin. (A slow burn, with high-octane action in the middle and later parts, and a somewhat dark tone. The cover features a 0Tickets121.5kClicks1.9kFavorites

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    Excellent. "On this silent earth, the only law for all things is survival of the fittest." This is an extremely rare long-form Monster Hunter fanfic that blends the basic Monster Hunter universe with many monsters and settings created by the author, while also maintaining a substantial amount of plot. It's very interesting. The work, which ran for nearly ten years, has now come to an end.

25. 25 恶 The Sequence of Evil 恶罪序列 Dong丶鸫Western Fantasy6.8M WordsCompleted Hidden among the crowds, feeding on humanity's sins, they have ordinary appearances but are beings completely different from humans. Humanity gave them a new name: Subspecies. "Welcome, everyone, to humanity's last utopia! This is the City of the Gods, Asgard. Here, the war between humans and Subspecies will rage until one side is wiped out." 0Tickets839.9kClicks5.5kFavorites

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    A masterpiece. A masterpiece of ensemble drama, with its extremely grand scale, balance between juvenile humor and seriousness, and stable plot control, it has achieved a great miracle in the niche hardcore fantasy genre. Its writing style may not be the best, its plot may not be the most amazing, and its character development may not be profound. But it is the most comprehensive. With 6.81 Million words, the sheer number of characters and the extent of the storytelling are appalling. Completed. (This is a replacement book for "Different Species, Different Paths")

26. 26 身 Even as the Empress Who Destroyed a Kingdom, I Still Want to Be a Good Person 身为灭国女皇的我依旧想当个好人 Oxidized Au氧化AuWestern Fantasy311k WordsOngoing As the former Dragon Empress and current Divine Artifact Hunter, Elizabeth Silva has earned a fearsome reputation over her long travels. "Have you heard? That Dragon Empress went to ■■■ again recently, and then ■■■■." "Whoa, that's wild!" "That's not all! I heard she even ■■■ to ■■■, then ■■■, and finally ■■■■!" "Wow, wow, wow, hearing news this juicy makes it all worth it, even if I die right now!" "..." Wait, how did the story get more and more outrageous?! If these rumors keep spreading, the 0Tickets12.5kClicks173Favorites

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    Wait and see. It seamlessly blends nonsensical humor with a compelling plot, while also featuring a touch of cruelty in its comedic ensemble cast. The author excels at using contrast and foreshadowing to drive the story forward, and the writing style is smooth and consistent, making it a good choice for those who enjoy works with light language but also a certain depth. This book is a revised version, with major changes to the original. However, you can relax a bit while reading it, as it will surprise you in unexpected ways. (The author has not abandoned the project and will continue to update it.)

27. 27 賽 Cecilia's New Legend of Heroes 賽西莉亞的新英雄傳說 lainainWestern Fantasy2.4M WordsOngoing I was a hero, but I wasn't killed by the Demon King. I was killed by the Hero. After being born anew, I still choose to become a hero. But first, let's talk about why my gender seems a little off. Something must have gone wrong somewhere, right? 0Tickets1.4MClicks6.1kFavorites

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    Excellent. The book's lighthearted Japanese style cannot obscure its legendary nature; the accumulated depth over the years has created an astonishing million-word treasure. While her initial performance wasn't outstanding, her world-building and character development improved significantly as the story progressed. The protagonist's "multi-spy" identity seamlessly integrated the story with various factions, creating a unique heroic epic. (A surprising daily update schedule year after year) (This is a replacement book for "Fantasy of Flowers")

28. 28 不 Not in the Name of a Knight 不以骑士之名 Internet Surfing Expert网上冲浪高手Western Fantasy829k WordsOngoing Crush everything. 0Tickets56.6kClicks529Favorites

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    (Acceptable) The young man, having come to terms with reality, embarked on a journey to find the truth. The young man, recognizing the reality of the situation, embarks on a path of revenge. Not in the name of a knight. Crush everything. (Updates may occur occasionally)

29. 29 圣 The Sacred Blacksmith 圣剑锻造师 Tianwen Kadokawa天闻角川Western Fantasy1.2M WordsOngoing Now, in this peaceful age, Cecily Campbell, the daughter of an old noble family and a member of the knightly order, encounters a hulking man who wields the forbidden power of a demonic pact, and a mysterious man who sends him flying with a single strike from an oddly shaped sword. Cecily has been searching for a forge where she can rework the ancient sword her father passed down to her, which is nearing the end of its life. She is captivated by the power of the mysterious man's blade. And the ma 0Tickets424.3kClicks2.1kFavorites

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    (Excellent) It's a very old work; it was animated in 2009, and the quality was acceptable. The female lead is simple-minded and impulsive, but resilient enough; the male lead is aloof and deep, but gentle at heart. While the plot isn't particularly grand or amazing, it excels in handling characters and relationships, making it worth watching. The ending is peaceful and happy for everyone. So please appreciate this old work with a little patience. I believe it won't disappoint you. (Completed many years ago)

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