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without a doubt one of the best novels on webnovel. worldbuilding is next level, very unique with depth, despite being a cultivation world. all the characters have depth. plotlines intertwine and are deep and intricate. a refreshing twist to this genre that i haven't seen before. unlike most books in this genre, it isn't predictable. very original plotline. high stakes. the mc is in a tough position, but it doesnt feel hopeless and miserable. he also isnt op to the point of breaking the novel. the author doesnt use plotarmor or write himself into a corner, neither does he force himself to nerf the character needlessly, like many authors do just to facilitate plots. this is not only bookshelf quality, but hardback copy quality. i would buy it as a hardcopy if it was available, as i would deffinitely want to reread it multiple times in the future. books i would reread multiple times are few, and i have read thousands of books from various platforms, libraries, etc. i just wish i discovered this after more was written, as my appetite to continue reading hasn't been quenched.
Your mother must have been a female dog to birth a fatherless son like you. If that ending was the best you got, be hit by a truck and isekai yourself. Even I can write a better story than yours and I'm not even literate, lol.
I'll Surpass the MC started with so much potential, introducing Brangawa as a powerful, strategic figure. However, his progress is derailed by Yasha Zahara—a prideful, self-centered character whose demands and ultimatums make no sense in the context of the story. Instead of supporting Brangawa’s logical decision to marry multiple talented women and build a stronger lineage, Yasha insists on being the only wife. This, despite the fact that other women with 80 or 70 units of Prana could have significantly strengthened his future clan. Instead, Brangawa sacrifices all that potential to cater to Yasha's childish pride. How is this supposed to make sense? Yasha’s selfishness and inability to compromise ultimately led to her own death and the decimation of Brangawa’s clan. Her actions weren’t noble or empowering—they were reckless and destructive. Yet, the story bizarrely frames her pride as a virtue, as though her refusal to allow concubines was something admirable. It wasn’t—it was foolishness, plain and simple. Brangawa, despite his strength and experience, comes across as weak and easily manipulated, repeatedly conceding to Yasha’s irrational ultimatums. For someone with his power and longevity, his willingness to abandon practical decisions for her ego makes no sense. I’ll Surpass the MC ultimately falters by glorifying pride and poor decision-making. Instead of celebrating logic and progress, it sends the wrong message—that selfish pride is a virtue worth destroying everything for. It’s a frustrating read that undermines itself at every turn. apart from this though the book is quite good
detailed background,power system with unique plots thought the book is lacking in romance aspect , it cover that flaw by schemeing nature of protagnist you will find almost zero loop holes
THE BEST!!! LITERALLY DESERVES TO 3 LIKE OMG IT'S SO DAMN WELL WRITTEN AND AMAZING ESPECIALLY THE MAIN ARCS OMG UR THE BEST AUTHOR!!!!!!! MY FAVOURITE NOVEL
it is so unique, it feels like a breath of fresh air whenever I read it. yes it may seem weak the first few chapters but after the second arc, it just culminates and its genuinely the best read I ever had, sometimes I wonder why this isnt in the top 10 with how amazing it is. like sytem and plot is so well done in a way that everything is well thought off and absolutely satisfactory to read. this amazing author and zi hope you can continue! if ever tho I suggest you try advertising on tiktok? it would help more readers discover this because its so well done
blows minds with every new concept and see world in new aspect. simply means writer is super.
unique world building thought the novel is lacking in romance protags actions and schemes cover that expects it's just that they all get tooo overpowered at the end
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I will forever hate webnovel for not advertising the hell out of this book, this one really deserves it. I am not one to like cultivation novels, but this one is just so charming in its own right, for one, this is one IF not the best written worlds, I don't want to go into spilers, but the continent of Sumatra is just so huge, even after reading 372 chapters of it, I can't seem to get enough the moment I get my paycheck, I am unlocking more chapters!!! all in all, love the world, and I respect the author immensly for for making such a masterpiece
I saw on the fandom that he has a daughter is this true? if yes than is it at the early chapters or late? cuz the world is really not suitable for having a family especially since he was sent there for a purpose by that outer god so idk why he have a daughter, unless it was from when he got raped by that granny,
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I wrote a lot of stuff and would feel bad if i deleted it so TLDR: LOVE IT, RECOMMEND IT, POWERSTONED IT. <3 I am writing this review after a long while, sorry anvelope after promising that i would donate powerstones daily, i kind of went awol from the whole webnovel situation due to exams and college, but now that I have been back from the last 3 weeks I can't say whether it was a good thing or not, since now I am left starving for more of your chapters of wonderfully well written new chapters. Ignoring my personal rant on slow pace of releases, THIS IS A MASTERPIECE, GIVE IT A CHANCE, I know there are people who don't click with a particular genre but this, IT HAS EVERYTHING YOU WOULD EVER NEED AND MORE, there are so many genres in here that I was honestly confused how do i explain it to my friend who was curious about what i was reding, in the end i just said Sumatra Chronicles and went ahead and clicked on next chapter. It has amazing world building, character growth, such well thought out plans that they give you goosebumps and remind you of the times when reverend insanity was still rolling fresh mint chapters weekly, the sheer genius to add 7 characters which hugely and impress on the story according to their on take on the sumatra chronicles and personality elevates this from a mere webnovel and a true blue novel like the ones published with well written side characters. I BEG YOU TO THINK ABOUT WRITING AN ACTUAL PUBLISHABLE NOVEL, as your fan and a fellow aspiring novelist, I know for a fact that you have it in you to make it big to write the next bestseller.
I'm going to be honest— I love this novel. although what I'm really going to talk about in this review is the main villain/ antagonist. it's rare that you see such an antagonist which you can actually fear— a character of which the second they appear in the battlefield you know that mass destruction is coming. even as of now, in the latest of chapters, the main characters probably wouldn't be able to beat the antagonist— it's genuinely rare to see such a character.
first of all everything about the novel is unique detailed world building unique character and a villain with a plot armor (the cursed one which transfers all the damage taken to your family with the motto 'my family's suffering is fuel for my growth'
This is just fire 🔥 It's the first novel, which update I never miss. Thank you, author, for giving us this masterpiece
Hey Author. Iam starting to read this novel but i would appreciate if u make some things clear. I dont mind mc turning into a woman for a temporary period BUT i heard he engages in a relationship with another male(who is also turned into a female) which is not my cup of the tea. I like romance so can u make this clear if this is temporary and the Mc will eventually end up with a female or not? Will there be more romance in the novel aur any female leads? Is this novel for me? Thankyou
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All I can say is just wow, fantastic. I can't even begin to tell how good this story is. I stumbled upon this book while finding stories that are different than usual plots. since then I have been reading it every day. Thanks author for giving us this masterpiece. Hope you keep up the good work. I wish every one could feel the beauty of fictions.
At first, I thought this was just another cliche wish fulfilment that a dumb MC outsmarted brain-dead idiots for glorification, but I was surprised to be wrong. Everything was great about this novel: the characters are somewhat fleshed out, and the desire and the cunning of the characters are done masterfully. The most amazing part to me was the Power System because it was unique, and the creative ways it was used by the characters were amazing. The grammar was good and the progression was to my liking, not too fast and not too slow. I know some want the MC to have the only screen time, but I, for once, want a diverse POV to have a balanced view of everyone's progress. The next best thing was the world, it was good and imaginative, easy to take in and conceptualized. Good, Author, keep up the good work.
this shit got me geeking since chapter 3 the story's so good it made me remember how I felt when i read RI
good overall can't complain but sometimes or most of the times I wonder who is the mc the op pig or our guy
Some novels are in a league of their own and just like RI this novel is also in its own league. If RI is 100%gold then this novel is 70% gold and gold is gold shouldn't be compared with silver. The unique and best point about this novel is its multiple POVs and how the author forces us to like and hate respective characters and their personalities .THE author has forced us to choose a side to support and a interesting thing I have noticed in this novel that all the characters in this novel are twisted in their own sense and doesn't acknowledge it. It has a very dark theme which is not highlighted and the story is running on its own pace highlighting main point necessary to run the plot. Another interesting thing I have noticed in this novel is that the side we will choose to support will show our character and ideology in the real world because there is no evil and good in this novel but only circumstances.Its EXHALARATING... ...
My boi Wittral so pitiful. To Amita, he's a valuable character for getting the Attribute and has built their relationship full of lies. But to Wittral's view, Amita is his wife, the sole person he can trust and can call family. I enjoy the gender bender, too bad many readers don't like it so it didn't develop much :'(
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It has a massive drop off after chapter 100 all of a sudden the aurthor starts rushing the plot like mad and explains thing very badly, and it starts to make no sense I got to chap 130 till I dropped
A really addictive book, I can't stop myself from reading it - it's just so great and I'm thankful that I was able to encounter this masterpiece, don't ever drop it, Kind Author!
Very good :). 6 people are sent to the world of Sumatra after the author beats them up for their trash-talking comments about the end of the story, where the MC dies without being able to do anything. They get a challenge to create a better ending, but there's one difference in the world they get sent to: The MC is a regressor!
Enjoyed the story its pretty fire. Its writing quality is good although some times it is a bit hard to understand what's going on. To be fair this isn't because the English is bad and may just be an issue on my end. Stability of updates as you can see is very good as well I think it updates 2 or 3 times a day. The story develops at a good pace, the progression feels real without the MC blitzing through Realms as he acquires more skills and resources. Even developing relationships with other characters. In my opinion the development is good and feels tangible. Character Design so far has been good. I won't lie some characters do feel very similar to each other, but they're all distinct in their own ways. I'd say they more so feel similar due to the very pragmatic approach one must take within the world of the novel to survive. Lastly I think world background is the strongest point of the novel. While it is a cultivation novel, I've honestly never read anything like it. I mean bro the plot of the entire novel so far takes place on an elephant. The realms are also intriguing and the whole plot being about a novel that the MC has read while has become somewhat a cliche now is used well since there's multiple reincarnates who for the most part contribute in a meaningful manner to the story. All in all I highly recommend it and hope this book continues to do well. (even tho I can't read anymore chapters due to it going premium ;-;) (on a side note is there a way to get coins and stuff by just being an active user or is it impossible to read locked chapters for free now?)
without a doubt one of the best novels on webnovel. worldbuilding is next level, very unique with depth, despite being a cultivation world. all the characters have depth. plotlines intertwine and are deep and intricate. a refreshing twist to this genre that i haven't seen before. unlike most books in this genre, it isn't predictable. very original plotline. high stakes. the mc is in a tough position, but it doesnt feel hopeless and miserable. he also isnt op to the point of breaking the novel. the author doesnt use plotarmor or write himself into a corner, neither does he force himself to nerf the character needlessly, like many authors do just to facilitate plots. this is not only bookshelf quality, but hardback copy quality. i would buy it as a hardcopy if it was available, as i would deffinitely want to reread it multiple times in the future. books i would reread multiple times are few, and i have read thousands of books from various platforms, libraries, etc. i just wish i discovered this after more was written, as my appetite to continue reading hasn't been quenched.
Your mother must have been a female dog to birth a fatherless son like you. If that ending was the best you got, be hit by a truck and isekai yourself. Even I can write a better story than yours and I'm not even literate, lol.
I'll Surpass the MC started with so much potential, introducing Brangawa as a powerful, strategic figure. However, his progress is derailed by Yasha Zahara—a prideful, self-centered character whose demands and ultimatums make no sense in the context of the story. Instead of supporting Brangawa’s logical decision to marry multiple talented women and build a stronger lineage, Yasha insists on being the only wife. This, despite the fact that other women with 80 or 70 units of Prana could have significantly strengthened his future clan. Instead, Brangawa sacrifices all that potential to cater to Yasha's childish pride. How is this supposed to make sense? Yasha’s selfishness and inability to compromise ultimately led to her own death and the decimation of Brangawa’s clan. Her actions weren’t noble or empowering—they were reckless and destructive. Yet, the story bizarrely frames her pride as a virtue, as though her refusal to allow concubines was something admirable. It wasn’t—it was foolishness, plain and simple. Brangawa, despite his strength and experience, comes across as weak and easily manipulated, repeatedly conceding to Yasha’s irrational ultimatums. For someone with his power and longevity, his willingness to abandon practical decisions for her ego makes no sense. I’ll Surpass the MC ultimately falters by glorifying pride and poor decision-making. Instead of celebrating logic and progress, it sends the wrong message—that selfish pride is a virtue worth destroying everything for. It’s a frustrating read that undermines itself at every turn. apart from this though the book is quite good
detailed background,power system with unique plots thought the book is lacking in romance aspect , it cover that flaw by schemeing nature of protagnist you will find almost zero loop holes
THE BEST!!! LITERALLY DESERVES TO 3 LIKE OMG IT'S SO DAMN WELL WRITTEN AND AMAZING ESPECIALLY THE MAIN ARCS OMG UR THE BEST AUTHOR!!!!!!! MY FAVOURITE NOVEL
it is so unique, it feels like a breath of fresh air whenever I read it. yes it may seem weak the first few chapters but after the second arc, it just culminates and its genuinely the best read I ever had, sometimes I wonder why this isnt in the top 10 with how amazing it is. like sytem and plot is so well done in a way that everything is well thought off and absolutely satisfactory to read. this amazing author and zi hope you can continue! if ever tho I suggest you try advertising on tiktok? it would help more readers discover this because its so well done
blows minds with every new concept and see world in new aspect. simply means writer is super.
unique world building thought the novel is lacking in romance protags actions and schemes cover that expects it's just that they all get tooo overpowered at the end
Reveal Spoiler I will forever hate webnovel for not advertising the hell out of this book, this one really deserves it. I am not one to like cultivation novels, but this one is just so charming in its own right, for one, this is one IF not the best written worlds, I don't want to go into spilers, but the continent of Sumatra is just so huge, even after reading 372 chapters of it, I can't seem to get enough the moment I get my paycheck, I am unlocking more chapters!!! all in all, love the world, and I respect the author immensly for for making such a masterpiece
I saw on the fandom that he has a daughter is this true? if yes than is it at the early chapters or late? cuz the world is really not suitable for having a family especially since he was sent there for a purpose by that outer god so idk why he have a daughter, unless it was from when he got raped by that granny,
Reveal Spoiler I wrote a lot of stuff and would feel bad if i deleted it so TLDR: LOVE IT, RECOMMEND IT, POWERSTONED IT. <3 I am writing this review after a long while, sorry anvelope after promising that i would donate powerstones daily, i kind of went awol from the whole webnovel situation due to exams and college, but now that I have been back from the last 3 weeks I can't say whether it was a good thing or not, since now I am left starving for more of your chapters of wonderfully well written new chapters. Ignoring my personal rant on slow pace of releases, THIS IS A MASTERPIECE, GIVE IT A CHANCE, I know there are people who don't click with a particular genre but this, IT HAS EVERYTHING YOU WOULD EVER NEED AND MORE, there are so many genres in here that I was honestly confused how do i explain it to my friend who was curious about what i was reding, in the end i just said Sumatra Chronicles and went ahead and clicked on next chapter. It has amazing world building, character growth, such well thought out plans that they give you goosebumps and remind you of the times when reverend insanity was still rolling fresh mint chapters weekly, the sheer genius to add 7 characters which hugely and impress on the story according to their on take on the sumatra chronicles and personality elevates this from a mere webnovel and a true blue novel like the ones published with well written side characters. I BEG YOU TO THINK ABOUT WRITING AN ACTUAL PUBLISHABLE NOVEL, as your fan and a fellow aspiring novelist, I know for a fact that you have it in you to make it big to write the next bestseller.
I'm going to be honest— I love this novel. although what I'm really going to talk about in this review is the main villain/ antagonist. it's rare that you see such an antagonist which you can actually fear— a character of which the second they appear in the battlefield you know that mass destruction is coming. even as of now, in the latest of chapters, the main characters probably wouldn't be able to beat the antagonist— it's genuinely rare to see such a character.
first of all everything about the novel is unique detailed world building unique character and a villain with a plot armor (the cursed one which transfers all the damage taken to your family with the motto 'my family's suffering is fuel for my growth'
This is just fire 🔥 It's the first novel, which update I never miss. Thank you, author, for giving us this masterpiece
Hey Author. Iam starting to read this novel but i would appreciate if u make some things clear. I dont mind mc turning into a woman for a temporary period BUT i heard he engages in a relationship with another male(who is also turned into a female) which is not my cup of the tea. I like romance so can u make this clear if this is temporary and the Mc will eventually end up with a female or not? Will there be more romance in the novel aur any female leads? Is this novel for me? Thankyou
Reveal Spoiler All I can say is just wow, fantastic. I can't even begin to tell how good this story is. I stumbled upon this book while finding stories that are different than usual plots. since then I have been reading it every day. Thanks author for giving us this masterpiece. Hope you keep up the good work. I wish every one could feel the beauty of fictions.
At first, I thought this was just another cliche wish fulfilment that a dumb MC outsmarted brain-dead idiots for glorification, but I was surprised to be wrong. Everything was great about this novel: the characters are somewhat fleshed out, and the desire and the cunning of the characters are done masterfully. The most amazing part to me was the Power System because it was unique, and the creative ways it was used by the characters were amazing. The grammar was good and the progression was to my liking, not too fast and not too slow. I know some want the MC to have the only screen time, but I, for once, want a diverse POV to have a balanced view of everyone's progress. The next best thing was the world, it was good and imaginative, easy to take in and conceptualized. Good, Author, keep up the good work.
this shit got me geeking since chapter 3 the story's so good it made me remember how I felt when i read RI
good overall can't complain but sometimes or most of the times I wonder who is the mc the op pig or our guy
Some novels are in a league of their own and just like RI this novel is also in its own league. If RI is 100%gold then this novel is 70% gold and gold is gold shouldn't be compared with silver. The unique and best point about this novel is its multiple POVs and how the author forces us to like and hate respective characters and their personalities .THE author has forced us to choose a side to support and a interesting thing I have noticed in this novel that all the characters in this novel are twisted in their own sense and doesn't acknowledge it. It has a very dark theme which is not highlighted and the story is running on its own pace highlighting main point necessary to run the plot. Another interesting thing I have noticed in this novel is that the side we will choose to support will show our character and ideology in the real world because there is no evil and good in this novel but only circumstances.Its EXHALARATING... ...
My boi Wittral so pitiful. To Amita, he's a valuable character for getting the Attribute and has built their relationship full of lies. But to Wittral's view, Amita is his wife, the sole person he can trust and can call family. I enjoy the gender bender, too bad many readers don't like it so it didn't develop much :'(
Reveal Spoiler It has a massive drop off after chapter 100 all of a sudden the aurthor starts rushing the plot like mad and explains thing very badly, and it starts to make no sense I got to chap 130 till I dropped
A really addictive book, I can't stop myself from reading it - it's just so great and I'm thankful that I was able to encounter this masterpiece, don't ever drop it, Kind Author!
Very good :). 6 people are sent to the world of Sumatra after the author beats them up for their trash-talking comments about the end of the story, where the MC dies without being able to do anything. They get a challenge to create a better ending, but there's one difference in the world they get sent to: The MC is a regressor!
Enjoyed the story its pretty fire. Its writing quality is good although some times it is a bit hard to understand what's going on. To be fair this isn't because the English is bad and may just be an issue on my end. Stability of updates as you can see is very good as well I think it updates 2 or 3 times a day. The story develops at a good pace, the progression feels real without the MC blitzing through Realms as he acquires more skills and resources. Even developing relationships with other characters. In my opinion the development is good and feels tangible. Character Design so far has been good. I won't lie some characters do feel very similar to each other, but they're all distinct in their own ways. I'd say they more so feel similar due to the very pragmatic approach one must take within the world of the novel to survive. Lastly I think world background is the strongest point of the novel. While it is a cultivation novel, I've honestly never read anything like it. I mean bro the plot of the entire novel so far takes place on an elephant. The realms are also intriguing and the whole plot being about a novel that the MC has read while has become somewhat a cliche now is used well since there's multiple reincarnates who for the most part contribute in a meaningful manner to the story. All in all I highly recommend it and hope this book continues to do well. (even tho I can't read anymore chapters due to it going premium ;-;) (on a side note is there a way to get coins and stuff by just being an active user or is it impossible to read locked chapters for free now?)