Battle Emperor

Freak Xie Ao Yu originally had no way of cultivating battle qi but, by accident, he got a mysterious godly pellet and he received a supreme emperor blade. That changed his destiny and from then on, he felt the real meaning of life and he made original time and space related battle skills and decisively battled ancient, huge clans and hundreds of continental clans in the Qi Ao continent. Clouds formed with a flip of a hand and rain formed with another flip. He left the strongest mark in tens of thousands of years of history and created glorious chapters about a tyrant’s anger, blood shed for thousands of miles, the skies hissing from mad blades, and the allegiance acknowledgement of all times.

Original Publisher

17k

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Battle Emperor "Battle Emperor" is a web novel that I dove into with a healthy dose of curiosity, given its Xuanhuan tag and overall decent rating. It definitely has some strong points, but also a few areas that gave me pause. ### First Impressions Initially, I was hooked. The story kicks off with familiar, yet comforting, xianxia tropes: revenge for parents, bullying, hidden abilities, and a protagonist who seems down on his luck but is secretly harboring immense potential. It's a recipe that, when done right, can be incredibly engaging. ### What Works Well What kept me reading were the characters. The protagonist, despite his initial setbacks, has a certain charm and decisiveness. I found myself enjoying his interactions with the supporting cast, especially the cunning Qu Yueyi. Their dynamic felt fresh and fun, like a match made to, well, swindle people! The "older sister" figure also added a nice layer of warmth to the story. The romance, particularly the relationship with Ziyan, was cute and added a lot to the overall atmosphere. ### Areas of Concern However, I did find some aspects of the story a bit jarring. The plot armor is undeniably thick. While I appreciate a protagonist who can overcome adversity, there were times when it felt a little too convenient. Also, the villains felt somewhat generic – the typical "you're trash because you're weak" types. I also noticed a certain rushed feeling to the story. Arcs seemed to resolve too quickly, and the build-up sometimes felt wasted. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers have pointed out issues with the MC's decision-making, particularly after chapter 32. Apparently, there's an instance involving a girl who insults and even tries to harm the MC, only for him to end up helping her. This, coupled with the MC's tendency to kill and steal, apparently made it hard to root for him. Another major point of contention is the MC's inconsistent stance on killing enemies. He often vows revenge but then lets his adversaries go, only for them to return later. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Battle Emperor" is a decent read, especially if you're looking for something to pass the time while waiting for your other favorite novels to update. It leans heavily on familiar tropes, but the interesting characters and their interactions make it worthwhile. However, be prepared for some plot armor, rushed pacing, and potentially frustrating decisions from the protagonist. I'd say it's a solid 3 out of 5 stars.