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Release that Witch

er mu, 二目

4.5

actionadventurecomedy

Chen Yan travels between worlds, ending up becoming an honorable prince in a medieval fantasy world. Yet this world was not quite as simple as he thought. Witches with magical powers abound, and fearsome wars between churches and kingdoms rage throughout the land. Roland, a prince regarded as hopeless by his own father and assigned to the worst fief, spends his time developing a poor and backward town into a strong and modern city, while fighting against his siblings for the throne and absolute control over the kingdom. Join Roland as he befriends and allies with witches and, through fighting and even farming, pushes back invaders coming from the realm of evil.

Against the Gods

mars gravity, 火星引力

3.9

actionadventureecchi

Mythical Abode Mountain, Cloud’s End Cliff, the most dangerous of Azure Cloud Continent’s four deadly areas. Cloud’s End Cliff’s base is known as the Grim Reaper’s Cemetery. Over countless years, the number of people that have fallen off this cliff is too high to count. None of them, even three stronger than god masters, whose power could pierce the heavens, have been able to return alive. However, a boy that’s being chased by various people because he alone holds a priceless treasure jumps off the cliff, but instead of dying he wakes up in the body of a boy with the same name in another world! This is the story of a boy wielding the Sky Poison Pearl, cultivating the strength to oppose heaven and earth, a lord overlooking the world!

Completed

The Earth is Online

mo chen huan, 莫晨欢

4.6

actionadventuremature

Six months ago, tens of thousands of black phantom towers appeared all over the world, floating above the cities. Chemists, physicists, religious people… all of them could do nothing. Six months later, people became used to the towers and no longer paid them attention. One day, Tang Mo saw a flying insect crash into it instead of going through it. The next day, a sharp and clear child-like voice issued an announcement to all humans. “Ding dong! November 15th, 2017. The earth is online.” The black tower’s three iron-clad rules: 1. Everything is explained by the black tower. 2. 6 o’clock to 18 o’clock is the game time. 3. All players, please strive to attack the tower.

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Emperor’s Domination

yan bi xiao sheng, 厌笔萧生

3.8

actionadventuredrama

A boy that was imprisoned for millions of years has regained a mortal body. He became a disciple of the declining Cleansing Incense Ancient Sect where its patriarch used to be his disciple. Now he will bring this sect back to its former glory. This is his journey to reach the apex and take revenge on those who had imprisoned him. This is his story of meeting old friends and making new companions. This is his path of traversing the Nine Worlds and becoming the next ruler of the Heavens. Several millennia have passed and the golden age of experts has passed. A master whose disciples once were the most exalted Immortals among the 9 worlds had all left him. With his mortal body, mortal physique and mortal life wheel… he shall sweep the 9 worlds and take what is rightfully his.

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Mistakenly Saving the Villain

feng yu nie, 凤羽涅

4.6

dramamaturepsychological

Professor System has issued a mission: to rescue the gentle, kind and tragic protagonist shou of the novel “The Exceptional Furnace”. Song ‘Scholar-Tyrant’ Qingshi: “Don’t worry, Professor! I can definitely ensure the patient’s recovery!” In the Immortal Realm: Song Qingshi praised from the bottom of his heart: “My patient is the kindest and most beautiful little angel in the world.” Yue Wuhuan quietly washed the blood from his hands and smiled softly: “En.” Song Qingshi swore from the bottom of his heart: “As a doctor, I will never covet nor take advantage of my beautiful patient!” Yue Wuhuan took full and complete advantage of the doctor and smiled softly: “En.” Song Qingshi affirmed from the bottom of his heart: “Under my loving care, the patient will never be blackened!” Yue Wuhuan secretly hid his monstrously evil thoughts and smiled softly: “En.” At that inextinguishable summit, upon thousand and thousands of soul lamps, he sat on the god’s throne of white bone, guarding that piece of stone. “You are the only one in this world who treats me tenderly.” “And so, you are the only one I treat tenderly.” Scholar-tyrant Song was absolutely delighted: “Professor! Can I get full marks?” Professor System exploded: “You fool! You saved the wrong person!”

Reverend Insanity

gu zhen ren, 蛊真人

4.3

actionadventurefantasy

Human beings are the very spirit of all life, while Gu embody the essence of heaven and earth. When one’s worldview, values, and philosophy become twisted, they are no longer human but demon reborn. The past fades into a fleeting dream, yet a name may echo anew in time. This is the tale of a time traveler, reborn endlessly, forging his path through a world shaped by the mystical power of Gu (creatures of legends and malice). Spring Autumn Cicada, Moonlight Gu, Liquor Worm, Great Qi Golden Light Worm, Slender Black Hair Gu, Hope Gu… A world where these magical beings are nurtured, refined, and wielded. At the heart of it all stands a villain of unparalleled ambition, Fang Yuan. Reborn 500 years into the past with the Spring Autumn Cicada he meticulously refined, he uses his profound wisdom and battle-hardened experience to outmaneuver his enemies. In a world of unrelenting cruelty, where power is cultivated through the mastery of Gu, Fang Yuan rises as a figure who bends the world to his will. Unbound by morality, he acts with cold precision and ruthless intent, pursuing his ultimate goal without hesitation or restraint. In this realm of peril and opportunity, Fang Yuan seeks to ascend above all others, driven solely by his own strength and ambition. Note: Gu, legendary venomous creatures often tied to black magic, can manifest as various insects or snakes, bearing both mystical allure and deadly power. The “three views” refer to one’s core worldview, values, and philosophy of life.

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Mist

wei feng ji xu, 微风几许

4.7

actionadventuremature

Hyperthymesia. Those with this condition can remember every detail of their lives from something as significant as the world’s turning point to something as small and as insignificant as a minor fleeting thought. They cannot forget and their thirst for knowledge allows them to be considered genius in some senses. Legend has it that Ji Yushi was this kind of genius. In addition, it was said that he was gay and very beautiful. As soon as the news that he was going to support Tianqiong’s seventh squad broke out, it sent everyone buzzing. Everyone knew that the captain of the seventh squad, Song Qinglan, was a hoodlum and deeply homophobic. He not only relied on his super-powerful abilities to become the dark horse on the battlefield in less than two years, but he also hates it when those at the top forced a flower vase* into his squad. Sure enough, Song Qinglan announced in front of everyone, “Useful? Us brothers are going out there working ourselves to the bone, we don’t need a little genius who can only speedread quantum waves!” Later. The squad was forced into a dire situation during their mission. That beautiful little genius calmly continued, every gunfire hitting the mark, his fighting power peaking. Song Qinglan begged in front of everyone, “Adviser Ji, stay.” In the end, he added, “I’ll work myself to the bone for you.” ***** Ji Yushi had a secret. He would often be awake at night, suffering from memory overload and recurring nightmares. There was only one thing that could let him fall asleep peacefully. And that was Song Qinglan. *Flower vase: Someone who only looks pretty but can’t amount to much

Completed

Renegade Immortal

er gen, 耳根

4.1

actionadventurefantasy

Wang Lin was a bright and kindhearted boy raised by loving parents. Despite being shunned by their relatives, his parents always held hope that their son would rise above and achieve greatness. When an opportunity to pursue immortality finally came, Wang Lin eagerly stepped onto the path of cultivation—only to discover that his talent was mediocre at best. But this is not a tale of natural-born genius. Through unyielding determination, sharp wit, and sheer willpower, Wang Lin embarks on a relentless journey to overcome his limitations. Along the way, he faces brutal enemies, makes powerful allies, and slowly transforms from a naive youth into a ruthless, cunning cultivator who defies both heaven and fate itself. In a world where strength dictates survival, and immortality is a distant dream for most, Wang Lin perseveres, fueled by determination and wisdom. As he navigates the treacherous path of cultivation, his journey inspires both awe and respect, leaving behind a legacy that will not easily be forgotten.

Completed

I Became a God in a Horror Game

pot fish chili, 壶鱼辣椒

4.5

actionadventurehorror

After losing his job Bai Liu became involved with an unstoppable horror live streaming game full of various monsters and players with killer intent. Initially, everyone thought Bai Liu was just an ordinary person who strayed into the game. Later, they realized it was this game that welcomed its god with victory and a laurel crown saying, “Welcome home.”

Completed

Battle Through the Heavens

heavenly silkworm potato, tian can tu dou, 天蚕土豆

3.8

actionadventureecchi

In a land where no magic is present. A land where the strong make the rules and the weak have to obey. A land filled with alluring treasures and beauty, yet also filled with unforeseen danger. Three years ago, Xiao Yan, who had shown talents none had seen in decades, suddenly lost everything. His powers, his reputation, and his promise to his mother. What sorcery has caused him to lose all of his powers? And why has his fiancée suddenly shown up?

Completed

I Can Do It

jiàng zi bèi, 酱子贝

4.7

comedyromanceslice of life

In a certain League of Legends (LOL) match, a streamer well-known for infuriating people, was providing commentary and live streaming. Streamer: This support, so tr*sh. Streamer: If this jungler was my teammate, I’d already be idling at the fountain, playing piano for him. Streamer: I suggest this player go back and practice last-hitting properly. Audience: Stop talking crap! If you’re so good, why don’t you do it? Streamer: Your daddy here can actually do it. Audience: Yeah, sure. If you’re that good, I’ll chop my head off and let you kick it around. — A few months later, the veteran LPL team TTC announced their new mid-laner. A boy with flamboyant blue hair appeared in front of the audience. His Zed gameplay was so astonishing that whoever he faced ended up dead. Female fans teetered on the edge of betrayal, tempted to switch their loyalties. During a post-match MVP interview, everyone held their breath, eagerly watching this talented newcomer. The young man took the microphone, smiled, and asked, “To the water friend with the StarTV username ‘Suburb King 101,’ my team’s address is on the official website, when will you be mailing your head over?” — After one regular-season game, the staff went backstage to fetch the team for an interview, only to stumble upon TTC’s new mid-laner and their jungler standing in a corner. TTC’s star jungler, Road, was pressing the team’s new mid-laner, Soft, against the wall. Leaning in close, he asked in a low voice: “You know what to say during the interview, right?” The fiery mid-laner, who had cemented his tr*sh-talker reputation in his very first game, was currently blushing furiously. “I know. I won’t tr*sh-talk… I swear I won’t.”

Completed

A Record of a Mortal’s Journey to Immortality

wang yu, 忘语

3.9

actionadventureharem

A poor and ordinary boy from a village joins a minor sect in Jiang Hu and becomes an Unofficial Disciple by chance. How will Han Li, a commoner by birth, establish a foothold for himself in his sect? With his mediocre aptitude, how will he successfully traverse the path of cultivation and become an immortal? This is a story of an ordinary mortal who, against all odds, clashes with devilish demons and the ancient celestials in order to find his own path to immortality.

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Mist

wei feng ji xu, 微风几许

"Mist" is a time-travel sci-fi with a BL romance at its center, and it commits to both more seriously than most genre crossovers manage. The mechanics of time travel are thought through carefully enough that piecing toge

4.7 12,858 reading lists

I Can Do It

E-sports BL done right, which is rarer than you'd think. Jian Rong (Soft) is a trash-talking, secretly soft streamer who claws his way onto a pro team, and the novel spends real time on his gaming before it lets him fall

The Earth is Online

The premise here is strong and the execution mostly matches it. Humanity wakes up one day to find a Black Tower has appeared and the world is now running deadly games. Survival requires solving them. Tang Mo, the protago

Mistakenly Saving the Villain

"Mistakenly Saving the Villain" earns its 4.6 through character work rather than plot mechanics. The setup, a transmigration story where the MC saves the wrong person and accidentally rescues the villain instead, is fami

Welcome to the Nightmare Live

Wen Jianyan is a professional con artist who gets trapped in a horror livestream where survival earns points and dying is permanent. He's terrified of everything the game throws at him and uses every scrap of manipulatio

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