The world of martial arts has always held a strong allure for both practitioners and enthusiasts of the genre. The combination of discipline, skill, and captivating storytelling makes martial arts novels a popular choice among readers. If you are craving some action-packed reading material filled with thrilling fight scenes, captivating characters, and tales of honor and vengeance, you've come to the right place. In this article, we will explore some of the most iconic martial arts novels and authors, as well as recommend the best websites for you to delve deeper into this captivating literary universe. One of the most highly praised martial arts novel series is "Jin Yong's Condor Trilogy" which consists of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes," "The Return of the Condor Heroes," and "The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber." These timeless classics by the renowned Chinese author Louis Cha (pen name: Jin Yong) have captivated readers for generations. Set during the Song Dynasty, this epic trilogy follows various martial arts heroes as they navigate love, loyalty, and the pursuit of justice. With intricate plotlines, complex characters, and meticulously detailed fight scenes, these novels have become a benchmark for the genre. Another must-read martial arts author is Geling Yan, an acclaimed Chinese novelist known for her works such as "The Unofficial Biography of the Chairman Mao" and "The Flowers of War." While her novels may not focus solely on martial arts, they skillfully weave elements of martial arts into their narratives, providing readers with a unique blend of historical context and captivating storytelling. For readers seeking a modern take on martial arts, the "World of Warcraft" novel series by Richard A. Knaak is an excellent choice. Based on the popular video game franchise, these novels explore a rich fantasy world where martial arts, magic, and epic battles collide. Knaak's writing brings the characters and the action to life, making it a thrilling read for fans of the game and martial arts genre alike. Now, if you're looking to dive deeper into the world of martial arts novels, there are a few websites that come highly recommended. Goodreads (www.goodreads.com) is a popular platform where you can find book recommendations, read reviews, and join discussions about martial arts novels. It's an excellent resource for discovering new authors and connecting with fellow readers who share your passion for the genre. Another website worth exploring is Wuxiaworld (www.wuxiaworld.com), a dedicated platform for translated Chinese martial arts novels. Here, you can find a vast selection of martial arts novels in English, ranging from the classics to more contemporary works. The website provides regular updates on new releases and allows you to interact with the translation teams and authors, immersing yourself in the vibrant community of martial arts literature enthusiasts. In conclusion, martial arts novels offer an exciting blend of action, philosophy, and captivating storytelling that has captivated readers for generations. Whether you prefer classic works like Jin Yong's Condor Trilogy, modern adaptations like the World of Warcraft series, or exploring the realm of translated Chinese novels, there is a martial arts story out there waiting for you to dive in. So grab a cup of tea, find a cozy reading spot, and lose yourself in the thrilling world of martial arts literature. Happy reading!
Chaos opens, dividing heaven and earth. Yang is god, Yin is demon, the union of Yin and Yang forms humanity. Alone, Yin cannot give birth, and solitary Yang cannot thrive. Seeking propagation, the realms of god and demon launch a massive invasion into the human realm. As the battle of destruction ends, the human realm is sealed, the demon realm falls, and the god realm arrogantly attempts to dominate all three realms under its sole rule.
532.33 Million words | 2020-12-04 14:49Update
The most humble outer disciple, a genius-like soul. By chance, the little guy obtained a magical pet, a treasure from heaven and earth. He grew step by step, constantly striving for self-improvement. Fate is ever-changing. He astonished everyone with his extraordinary talent, captivating many beautiful senior sisters, and forming a powerful team. The little guy is adorable. Yet he wreaked havoc, causing countless giants to be in a frenzy.
532.05 Million words | 2020-08-15 12:50Update
This is a sequel to "The Legend of Condor Heroes" and a prequel to "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils". At the end of the Song dynasty and the beginning of the Yuan dynasty, the Yuan army was preparing to deliver a fatal blow to the crumbling Song empire. Faced with this national crisis, warriors from the martial arts world joined the battle to resist the Yuan and protect the Song. A young man from the borderlands came in search of his father, but was also caught up in the turmoil.
530.69 Million words | 2022-10-09 03:39Update
Wang Chongyang, originally named Zhongfu, with the Daoist alias Chongyangzi, suffered from a terminal illness since childhood. He went to Mount Hua to seek a cure and coincidentally obtained the Primordial Chart from Shao Yong. Thus, he embarked on the path of immortality, established the Quanzhen Sect, and engaged in battles with the people of the grasslands...
530.19 Million words | 2022-10-14 14:11Update
On one side, the foolish emperor governs with complacency, the great general transforms beans into soldiers, virtuous officials punish the river deity; On the other side, the gentle and pure fox spirit seeks to repay kindness, the mischievous monkey king seeks longevity, the dragon prince seeks the advice of the hermit Ye; And there are also the Silla flower knights donning women's attire, the Yamato mountain priests practicing nine secret techniques, guests from Tianzhu and the Western Regions who have come from afar... A world where people, gods, and creatures are intertwined. An era where Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism contend for supremacy. Countless talented individuals, beauties, celestial monks, demons, and formidable heroes stage eternal legends. The story of a young noble, fostered in a Taoist temple in the Jiangnan region, unable to return to his family, who is born at the right
529.17 Million words | 2020-11-05 13:49Update
You say you've finally mastered the Nine Transformation Pill? I can simply buy it directly from the store, and it's even discounted at 20% off! You claim to have profound cultivation? Sorry, but I cultivate sword arts, spellcasting, and alchemy. You say your magical treasures are frequently upgraded? Of course, mine are all dropped by monsters, unlike you losers who have to refine them every day. Alone, you can't defeat me. If a group of people chases after me, I can just use a teleportation scroll. How foolish of you! You ask what I'm up to? Life is just a game, why take it so seriously!
528.99 Million words | 2022-03-03 19:58Update
Thirty years ago, Daoxu, a senior disciple of the Zixia Sect, brought back a demon dog from the Yunhai Marsh. Twenty years ago, he brought back a young boy from the ice-capped Snow Mountain. One possessed a mysterious power, while the other wielded thirteen spades playing cards, a traveler from another time and space. Can they shine brightly on the ancient continent, where everything is within the grasp of an unorthodox cultivator?
528.49 Million words | 2022-03-30 05:46Update
He, burdened with family vengeance, stepped into the realm of cultivation and fortuitously learnt the supreme technique of Yin-Yang Five Elements. The miraculous transformation began, and with his own efforts and the company of his partner, he finally avenged the great hatred.
528.49 Million words | 2023-06-13 23:02Update
Xianxia Tomb-raiding Genre. What is Xianxia, a love and hate that lingers in the heart, a deep-seated struggle between affection and enmity, a carefree existence roaming the four seas, a single sword uniting the nine provinces! (With perseverance, updated three times a day. Your supervision is welcomed.)
526.24 Million words | 2022-02-21 10:13Update
Only by not contending can one avoid being contended against; Only by not contending can one be flawless. -Wu Zheng, a martial arts master who possesses the "Nine Styles of Lingxiao" and the "Cloud-stepping Technique", battles through the trials of life and death, fighting both heaven and earth.
526.00 Million words | 2022-09-15 15:36Update
In the endless starry sky, there are ancient monstrous beasts dominating the world, peerless enchanting beings who overturn all beings, great masters who have reigned for countless years, and numerous genius cultivators. Spiritual treasures, beauties, immortality, and freedom are the unremitting pursuits of all. And there are unimaginable conspiracies and schemes! Seven stages of transcending mortal realm: cultivating the skin, cultivating the membrane, cultivating the flesh, cultivating the tendons, cultivating the bones, cultivating the marrow, changing the blood. Realms of divine abilities: First realm - Divine Movement; Second realm - Turtle's Breath; Third realm - Cloud Soaring; Fourth realm -
524.59 Million words | 2023-05-28 00:26Update
In the year of encountering demons, the super otaku girl Rulu resides in the Dayin temple, spending her days playing video games and watching anime, refusing to go out or
524.51 Million words | 2021-07-06 01:31Update
Chaos is boundless, the world is infinite. Laozi is without action, originating from arrogance. Although the Way of Heaven is wild, it possesses both emotions and righteousness. I am the God of the mountains, and the path of the mountains is profound and steady. However, since I joined the Jie Sect, I should become a mountain of the Jie Sect, fighting for its survival. For the Jie Sect, I am willing to go against the mainstream, striving for its eternal prosperity, even if it means facing death a hundred times without regret. Heaven sheds tears, originating from sorrow. Whose fault is it that Laozi's heart is filled with bitterness? Even if the originator is willing to bear the reputation of letting the wolves in, there is no regret. Who knows the suffering within? Who claims that saints are heartless? Who says that saints view sentient beings as ants?
523.78 Million words | 2022-09-05 16:16Update
In the year of AD, a Chinese scientific expedition team discovered two perfectly preserved bodies of the Jin Yi Wei in Antarctica. To gain a clear understanding of the history of the Jin Yi Wei, Ling Feng, a top student at the Special Police Academy, was tasked with traveling back in time to the Ming Dynasty and became a member of the Jin Yi Wei. From then on, he embarked on a journey with a sword in hand, venturing into the martial world...
521.56 Million words | 2021-10-02 22:25Update
Transcending into a different world, carrying a marriage proposal, only to be brutally rejected. Chen Chao sighed, "Being rejected in marriage seems to happen every year, but this year, it's been especially frequent!"
520.52 Million words | 2021-06-24 20:24Update
Nine Jade, the senior sister revered by everyone in the sect, appears cold on the outside but is actually bewitching. She encounters the reincarnation of the big villain in the immortal sect, a renowned figure in the cultivation world. Nine Jade, with her beauty and sweet voice, takes in the beloved female protagonist as her junior disciple...
519.27 Million words | 2022-04-08 08:25Update
The Shame of the Jingkang Incident opened the curtain on the century-long war between the Song and Jin dynasties. Li Hong, a boy from a mountain village, sought refuge in a secluded mountain temple amidst the chaos of a fallen nation and a shattered family. Unexpectedly, he encountered a series of wonders: an ancient supernatural power passed down automatically, a divine artifact choosing its master on its own, a fragmented immortal mansion map, an ancient temple with no entrance, a flying cat, a persistent dragon, mythical beasts... Everything seemed to converge towards him. One by one, ancient secrets buried in the river of time and the hidden hand behind the Song-Jin war in the Middle Earth
518.42 Million words | 2022-01-18 02:15Update
A Different Journey of Cultivation, A Different Path of Fantasies, The Unbeatable Silver Tongue, Conquering All Four Corners, A Series of Astonishing Adventures, Endless Good Fortune. Pursuing the Subjugation of Mature Ladies and Winning the Hearts of Lolitas, Do You Believe I Can Make Them Fall Into My Arms? Achieving Greatness and Ascending to the Heavens is a Piece of Cake, Nothing Before Me Matters! Cultivation, I Choose an Unconventional Path!
517.84 Million words | 2023-06-04 04:16Update
A loyal legendary player, a chance encounter, led to his fatal lightning strike. When he woke up, he found himself in a border village of the Kingdom of Biqi. After his rebirth, his talent was astonishing, stepping into the realm of the innate, entering the realm of the imaginary, becoming an immortal existence in the world. He sought not to dominate, only to protect. But can he truly protect? As disaster looms and fate is irreversible, how should he safeguard? "If heaven is unkind, I shall defy it; if fate toys with us, I shall sever fate. For the sake
515.78 Million words | 2022-02-18 12:44Update
The legend of Yu the Great's flood control is an important part of the long history and splendid culture of the Chinese nation, as well as the most fascinating chapter in ancient Chinese mythological legends. His experiences in flood control are filled with the indomitable spirit and unwavering struggle of our ancient ancestors in conquering and transforming nature. For thousands of years, the legend of Yu the Great's flood control and his remarkable achievements in taming the waters have been passed down through generations. In the process of transmission, the legend has been embellished with mythological elements, making it even more beautiful and enchanting.
513.70 Million words | 2023-04-04 14:26Update
[Sequel to my humble work "Records of Waterside Reflections"] After the battle of Leizhou, the remnants of the Shadow Pavilion fled to Penglai Immortal Residence to avoid calamity. With the absence of a leader in the martial arts world of the Central Plains, another storm was brewing. Meanwhile, under the leadership of the newly appointed island lord Yu Jiang, Drunken Immortal Island, which had long resided overseas, is about to reign over the land of China! PS: Each volume tells a separate story.
513.52 Million words | 2023-01-29 10:18Update
