Wuxia novels used to be a literary genre full of charm and vitality, but with the change of times and the change of readers 'tastes, they gradually lost the favor of the market and readers. The following are some of the reasons that may have led to the decline of martial arts novels: 1. lack of innovation: Wuxia novels are often based on traditional Wuxia elements and add some mysterious and fantasy elements. However, these elements are too repetitive and lack freshness, making it difficult to attract new readers. 2. Restrictions on the subject matter: The subject matter of martial arts novels is usually limited and difficult to expand and deepen. It is also difficult to meet the diverse and personal reading needs of modern readers. 3. Insufficient commercial operation: Wuxia novels are usually regarded as a kind of "free literature". Without sufficient commercial operation, it is difficult to obtain sufficient profits and popularity, resulting in the decline of literary quality. 4. Lacking cultural value: Wuxia novels have limited cultural significance, and it is difficult to compare with other literary types. It is also difficult to meet the needs of modern cultural multiculturalism and opening. 5. Social changes: With the changes of the times, people's values and reading needs are also constantly changing. Wuxia novels are difficult to keep up with the pace of the times, and it is difficult to maintain the interest and loyalty of readers. The decline of martial arts novels was the result of a combination of factors, including the shortcomings of literature itself, the changes in the market and readers 'tastes, and the changes in society and culture.