Serving in the Embroidered Uniform Guard, Starting with Plundering the Talent for Swordsmanship

After transmigration, I unexpectedly became a member of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, and I thought I had arrived in the Ming Dynasty. But little did I know, in this world of fourteen provinces, there are countless empires, sects, and powerful martial artists who can manipulate the forces of heaven and earth. Ye Liuyun is determined to step onto the martial arts path, and by chance, he awakens a Talent Attribute System. Starting from the Embroidered Uniform Guard, he begins to plunder. “Innate Sword Body: Quickly master any sword technique in the world and integrate them into one’s own understanding.” … … As Ye Liuyun continues to acquire more and more Talent Attributes through his plunder, when he steps out of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, the winds of fate change across the world.

Original Publisher

Unknown

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Serving in the Embroidered Uniform Guard, Starting with Plundering the Talent for Swordsmanship I dove into "Serving in the Embroidered Uniform Guard, Starting with Plundering the Talent for Swordsmanship" with a mix of excitement and trepidation. The premise – a protagonist who plunders talents from the recently deceased – sounded intriguing, but I've been burned by similar concepts before. This one, however, managed to hold my attention, though not without a few stumbles along the way. ### First Impressions Initially, I was hooked by the MC's pragmatic approach. He's not afraid to get his hands dirty, making morally grey choices in pursuit of his goals. This "hero of the times" archetype, as some might call it, is a refreshing change from the typical white knight protagonist. The world itself felt vibrant, a wuxia setting with a healthy dose of action and adventure. ### What Works Well The unique talent-stealing cheat is definitely a highlight. It's more than just a simple power-up mechanic; it allows for clever strategizing and provides a constantly evolving skillset for the MC. I also appreciated how the author portrays the MC's growth. He's not perfect, he makes mistakes, but he learns and adapts. This makes him feel more relatable, even when he's performing incredible feats. The pacing, at least in the earlier chapters, kept me engaged and eager to see what talent he'd plunder next. ### Areas of Concern One aspect that gave me pause was the power system. The blending of martial arts and immortal cultivation felt a little clunky. The way the realms are categorized could use some refinement. It's not a deal-breaker, but it did require me to suspend my disbelief a bit more than usual. It felt like the author was prioritizing cool factor over consistent world-building, which is fine if you're just looking for a fun power fantasy, but it might frustrate readers who prefer a more structured system. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Serving in the Embroidered Uniform Guard, Starting with Plundering the Talent for Swordsmanship" is an enjoyable read. If you're looking for a lighthearted wuxia story with a clever protagonist and a unique power system, this might be right up your alley. Just be prepared to overlook some inconsistencies in the world-building. I'd say it's a solid 3 out of 5 stars.