Just reading this novel will make you enlightened, so that you need not continue reading eastern fantasy again.

“And, above all, look with bright eyes at the world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places.  Those who do not believe in magic will never find it.”
-Roald Dahl

Anna Karenina is a novel by the Russian author Leo Tolstoy, first published in book form in 1878. Many authors consider Anna Karenina the greatest work of literature ever written, and Tolstoy himself called it his first true novel.

Romance is a very popular genre in Webnovels. The first thing that come to mind when we talk about romance are the CEO novels. Even though we don't want to admit it, they are the mainstream romance stories in the Webnovel website. 

So why do people love romance stories? I hope you find the answer while reading this chapter.

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FattyBai: No worries, was just a bit curious. It's always amazing seeing how the Romance genre basically dominates the site.

Parasection: and CEO stories.

FattyBai: So I was sort of curious what the demographics on the reader's sex were. But yeah, it's a fair assumption to say that the ladies rule the site, lol

WWFire: Readers gender stats r ambiguous, it is manipulatable after all.

FattyBai: Unless there's this hidden group of guys who have been starving for CEO romance novels (which would actually be funny).

Parasection: But the sacred texts.

WWFire: All I see are genderless alien. *derp emoticon*

reinesse ♥: kek.

FattyBai: How do we pull in the female readers in if we can't write a romance story? *cry emoticon*

Parasection: No choice but to write yaoi then.

WWFire: We who read these kind of fantasy novels don't live our lives correctly pal.

CailinMatthews: *ghost hug emoticon*

Parasection: Give in to the demons.

WWFire: That's why we escape reality sometimes. 

FattyBai: It's like being offered a big cake and unable to take a slice.

Zehell2218: I think male reader have their own chance and market.

FattyBai: For sure, but it'd be nice to tap into both sides.

Zehell2218: @FattyBai I think I'll make fantasy romance so I can attract both.

FattyBai: I mean, it's not a bad idea, but how do you split it up? 50% romance/50% dragon ball z?


Parasection: The fuq that sounds like an abomination.

FattyBai: It does.

Zehell2218: @FattyBai No it's 80% romance 20% action. *joy emoticon*

Noveljunky: Besides Romance, what else do females like to read?

Parasection: BL, yaoi, drama.

Zehell2218: Still BL is romance.

Anjeeriku: horror lol.

reinesse ♥: @Noveljunky xianxia I think.

Noveljunky: Mmm.

Zenith: Well, need too write romance...kek

Zehell2218: Do female reader like to read apocalypse novel? Quick question since I will make fantasy romance in apocalypse.

[A/N: Sis, did you forget that you're a girl too?]

Totally Not Nano: nah oof.

FattyBai: @Zehell2218 Aww, man. But then you have to develop characters and write meaningful dialogue.

Zenith: I am probably gonna f*ck up my time trying to make a romance story.

FattyBai: We like blowing stuff up and fighting baddies.

Zehell2218: cmon it will be comedy. *laugh emoticon*

Parasection: The best thing in a novel is character development humor and action romance can be on the side.

Anjeeriku: Romance can be a great sub genre.

Parasection: how does one even write romance? I don't know where to begin with that genre.

FattyBai: I'm a simple guy, I see plot and I drown it in martial arts and manly stuff. Of course, I don't know what feelings are. Can you eat them to increase your cultivation base? *think smart emoticon*

Parasection: I've never experienced romance so i'd fail the moment i'd attempt a story like that.

Zehell2218: Actually, I like to write fighting scene but without romance my reader will kill me. So...yeah I tag it as romance! *joy emoticon*

Parasection: Fight scenes are fun to write.

FattyBai: I'm trying to break through into the "Immortal lonely sperg" phase~

Zehell2218: Very sloooooowww romance.

Anjeeriku: Please no abusive ML @Zehell2218 They're disgusting. idk why women like to read them.

Zehell2218: @Anjeeriku I don't know if girls who read xianxia will read apocalypse novel too.

reinesse ♥: I wanna write a novel like it's not easy to be a man after traveling to the future.

Zehell2218: @Anjeeriku No I won't make abusive ML. @reinesse ♥ same *joy emoticon*

Totally Not Nano: @Anjeeriku *cough* TBWWM *cough*

reinesse ♥: And an actual xianxia novel with reasonable characters.

Zehell2218: But without the romance it's bland.

reinesse ♥: Like characters, especially main character who knows how to adjust because extreme pride is not good.

FattyBai: @Zehell2218 Baby Dragon Truer words have not been spoken, and that scares me.

reinesse ♥: Some villains are really brainless. they can scheme, but they don't have a reasonable reason to do so

Zenith: Kek.

Zehell2218: @Zenith gramps I have idea for fantasy romance lemme tell you after I finish writing and see if it's interesting or not.

Zenith: Get the MC u desire! Yeah @Zehell2218 

FattyBai: I fear becoming a more wholesome and fleshed out human being. Please no development.

Zehell2218: @Zenith It's ok. Just want to see if people will find this good or not. *joy emoticon*

Totally Not Nano: I think there's a formula in getting famous as a writer.

[A/N: Oh? Such formula exist? Teach me Senpai!]

Totally Not Nano: Let's debate about it. *thinking emoticon*

Parasection: The formula is write romance and you're set.

Totally Not Nano: Any genre + xxxxxxx = top 1.

[A/N: Today… I lost faith in humanity.]

Noveljunky: If you stare into the abyss, the abyss stares back.

Moonbirth: Write a lot. Write everyday. Post a lot everyday... write about what readers want to read about.

Anjeeriku: Write a lot. be a slave. Lol


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Elyon knew that "Romance" is not his strong point. He writes a fantasy story with romance, but he can't tell if the romance will be able to attract female readers. Out of curiosity, he asked some of his fellow authors the question "Why do you read romance stories?"

Here are their answers…

Kyosei: Because I am single. 

Reili: To fill my empty void of a love life.

Minrei: Because romance let you feel what is to be loved, plus it is universal you dont need to learn magic or cultivation in order to read.

Bajj: Due to lack of romance irl.

Murakami: I read because I enjoy the friction and conflict between the FL and ML. The insistence vs resistance is naisu.

Qin: I reads romance only for ideas and info.

VlassisBehrakis: I don't read romance novels.

[A/N: Oof I asked the wrong person.]

Elyon then  ̶a̶m̶b̶u̶s̶h̶e̶d̶ asked some readers about their opinion about romance novels.

Yin: I read romance novels because I want that kind of drama to happen to me in real life. But I know it will never happen haha.

A Certain Irresistible Meowlin: I wonder why? And I do read romance novels. Though the chance of me dropping them is also the highest out of all the genres. Every so often I come across a scene that makes me just want to squeal and fangirl. 

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Elyon decided to dig deeper and asked a few of his senior "romance authors" some questions about their reason for writing romance stories.

The first question is… Why did you choose to write Romance Stories?

Anjeeriku: I'm comfortable writing romance stories compared to other genres. I'm a helpless romantic person and I like novels that can invoke other people's feelings.

Bajj: First of all, I like reading romance story. It was the reason why I read books before and reading other genres comes after. All in all, due to these romance fiction books, I got the opportunity to read more great books with different genre.

MishaK: That's what I read, so write that too.

Zehell2218: Because as reader, I want to read romance novel so when I write, I write romance since my motto is I write what I want to read.

Ikazainudin: The easiest genre. Everyone can relate.

End_of_Era: It wasn't a full on Romance, it was slice of life with romance which I feel was necessary with progression of the characters.

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The second question… When you were making your ML and FL, did you imagine yourself as the lead of your story at any given point in time?

Anjeeriku: I would be a liar if I said no. There were instances that I'd put myself in my FL's shoes. Whenever that happens, my writing feels more passionate and truthful that sometimes it was hard to know where my fl starts and where I end. 

Shen Yi, LMD's ML was based on a person I've lost, The One That Got Away so it was sometimes hard not to self-insert whenever there were scenes that need to invoke feelings from readers. 

Bajj: I believe that every character the author was making and breathing life into it, a part of him/her is added to its character. But me imagining of being the ML/FL, never. I'm too pure for that. Kek

MishaK: Yes I did but sometimes. Otherwise you can't infuse emotions in your characters. It is important to understand your characters.

Zehell2218: Yes, I imagine myself as the lead. Of course, I tweak it a bit, such as in age and appearance. But mostly, the characteristics is similar to me.

Ikazainudin: FL and ML character based on what I want to be irl. Yup. I imagine that will be my love story.

End_of_Era: Yes, my leads had some ocassional self insertion.

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The third question… If you were to choose some other genre aside from romance, what would you pick?

Anjeeriku: Fantasy. I always look up to those authors who can write fantasy stories/novels well. I believe writing a fantasy novel is harder than writing romance. 

[A/N: Ahem! 10 points to Griffindor!]

Bajj: Horror/thriller/Action. Read GGGB godamnit! [Good Girl Gone Bad]

MishaK: I am writing a Fantasy romance aside from regular vanilla romance *smile emoticon*

Zehell2218: Fantasy, magical realism, fan fiction.

Ikazainudin: Psychological/horror and maybe children story.

End_of_Era: The new genre I'm writing is fantasy/violent .

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The fourth and final question… If you were to give a message to your beloved readers, what would it be?

Anjeeriku: I'm sorry for not being inconsistent with updates. Y'all know I love you, but a little consideration and patience as I face this rough patch in my life would be very much appreciated.

Bajj: Vote me please :* mass release comes after, deal?

[A/N: Oof!]

MishaK: Be responsible in reviewing the book you are reading. Authors love to listen from their readers. So talk to them.

Zehell2218: Beloved reader, your author here is working hard to provide your daily dose so pliz pretty pliz, read my chapter using paid SS since I don't get even a penny for free SS. 

Tips: use free SS on translation novel. The translator still get money and use paid SS on original novel so we can get a bit money to continue living *wink*

Ikazainudin: I want readers to know, that love, hope and miracles exist. Be open and value each moment of your life like the MC's did.


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Author's Thoughts

Hello Guys! I hope you enjoyed this chapter of WWCG. Personally, I've read a few CEO novels myself. I also read some FL stories like A Slight Smile Is Devastating (Love O2O), Hidden Marriage, Doomed to be Cannon Fodder, Transmigrator meets Reincarnator, A Mistaken Marriage Match: A Generation of Military Counselor, There Is an Angel in That Church (short story), Eight Treasures Trousseau, Grabbing Your Hand, Dragging you Away, A Mistaken Marriage Match: Record of Washed Grievances…

Ai~ there's a few more that I won't add to the list because it will create a wall of text. Well anyways, the reason why I read these stories is to get an idea on "WHY" the ladies love to read them.

Let's just say that it's a unique way to see a world in the eye of a lady (if you are a man of course). When done properly, the execution of the story can capture the hearts of anyone, even male readers. I believe that no matter what gender you are, as long as you find the story interesting then it doesn't matter whether you are a guy or a gal no?

Perhaps, when I'm not too busy to write my stories, I'll once again pick a romance novel to read. Hopefully, I will find another hidden gem that will bring unexpected surprises to anyone who are lucky enough to find them.

P.S I would like to thank my fellow authors, especially my senior romance authors who answered some of my questions regarding romance novels. 

To my senior authors, May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind always be at your back. May the Power Stones shine warm upon your face, and Spirit Stones fall soft upon your fields. (￣▽￣)ノ

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Rowan was getting visibly bored and annoyed sitting on the white chair tapping on the white table while staring at the white walls of the white room. It was like the polar opposite of his suffering before. First, it was all black now it was all white for what seemed like eons. 

Rowan's mental defenses were finally cracking a bit as he tried to log out again and nothing happened. He put his head on his hands which were spread on the table and tried to sleep.

Rickman watched him on a huge 200-inch display and felt pity. Rowan was just a bit younger as his daughter. He could imagine how he would feel if this happened to her and some creep was watching her every move. To look at her helplessness and refuse to offer a helping hand or at least a comforting word. 

"If there is a God this is how he must feel like, and if there is a God we are going to hell for this.", was his last thought as he turned away and walked out of the room.

He called Robert. 

"Hello, Bob." 

"Hello, Jimmy."

"I will put Rowan on the official game server.", Rickman said.
 
"I don't think it's a smart idea. When we iron out the kinks in the helmet the server will go public at once. If Rowan is there can you guarantee no leakage of what happened?", Robert adamantly refused. 

"I can guarantee Rowan won't make it on the test server until tomorrow. He is losing it as we speak.", Rickman replied. 

"What do you mean losing it?", asked Robert.

"I mean he is just lying on the test table and has not moved in 10 minutes, It's just a matter of time before his stress level becomes critical and we lose him.", Rickman mixed some half-truths with the truth as he replied.

"Ok. Transfer him to Omnia but I want him out of it the moment another human not associated with our company connects. Am I making myself clear?", Robert said with a threatening voice. 

"Crystal.", said Rickman and disconnected the call. 

"Sorry kid. This is the best I can do."

Rickman went back into the control room and inputted his credentials on a computer which gave him the highest privileges over their servers.

First, he checked the operation of Omnia it was running normally. The load indicator showed it was not even at 1 percent of its capabilities. 

Rickman was lazy at creating content so he did something most in his field of work deemed impossible. He created artificial intelligence and made it simulate creation.

It was a virtual god that was born which created a planet from scratch then filled it with creatures. The life forms were modeled from every source imaginable. From Earths own ecosystem to creatures you could only find in the myths and legends of past civilizations. If that was not enough Omnia included also the most famous works of fantasy authors and detective novels NovaTech could secure copyrights from.

To test the system Rickman let it run for a month at maximum power. The whole company's computers were sharing the workload and every available computer was at 90 % capacity. Every day in real life signified 10.000 years in Omnia on a planet that was ten times biģger than the Earth.

Robert was going bonkers when he got the reports of power usage. Luckily Rickman knew his limits and didn't employ the dedicated servers of their games which were still making them money. NovaTech actually didn't lose money they just made a lot less.

When Robert got the reports of what Rickman achieved during that month he was in awe of the man.

5 billion NPCs which were thinking they are living breathing entities with their own family trees and relationships. 100+ billion animals and even more plants which evolved and were organically still growing. 

What Omnia created was not a virtual game but a virtual planet and while all of this was running at normal speed the system used less than 1 % of its capacity. 

That meant that even with every human alive logging in 2031 it would not reach 2 %. 

Robert was in awe of Rickman and full of anticipation. They quite possibly had the greatest game of all times on their hands and all they needed was for a way to get customers to connect to it and of course, pay for the privilege.

When he saw the helmet design though Rickman genius turned into Rickman idiot.
Robert wondered why Rickman shaved his head and now he got his answer. 
The helmet Rickman designed was fully functional but only if you had less than 4 millimeters of hair in between your skull and the access points. So unless their target audience is fully bald people, Buddhist monks and skinheads this was totally unacceptable.

Not waiting for Rickman he gave the order for a redesign to another team of researchers and the 128 needle monstrosity was borne.

Rickman was livid but by the time he found out, it was too late. The headsets already went into production so all he could do was swallow his anger. 

"Here we go. Good luck." , Rickman said as he transferred Rowan to Omnia.

Rowan was still trying to sleep as a sudden feeling of weightlessness made him open his eyes and he appeared in what seemed a teleportation circle in a busy town.

He fell on his ass since he was sitting a moment ago but still raised his right fist high.

"Finally.", Rowan yelled.

The main character finds himself stuck in a virtual reality game by accident while his mother tries to get him back from the company that created it who want to use him for research purposes.

Website        : Qidian China 
Rating           : 9.1(1866)
Chapters       : 1498
Status           : Complete
Word count  : 3.36 million
Author          : Er Mu
author level  : Great
No of works  : 1
Year started  : 2016
Translated works : 
Genres         : Comedy, Fantasy, Mature, Seinen, Slice of Life, Supernatural
Tags             : Adapted to Manhua, Army, Army Building, Beautiful Female Lead, Calm Protagonist, Caring Protagonist, Clever Protagonist, Crafting, Demons, Depictions of Cruelty, Devoted Love Interests, Discrimination, Early Romance, Economics, Enemies Become Allies, Engineer, Fantasy World, Firearms, Hard-Working Protagonist, Industrialization, Kingdom Building, Kingdoms, Knights, Leadership, Loyal Subordinates, Magic, Male Protagonist, Management, Manipulative Characters, Marriage, Mature Protagonist, Medieval, Modern Knowledge, Monsters, Multiple POV, Nobles, Politics, Pragmatic Protagonist, Religions, Romantic Subplot, Royalty, Schemes And Conspiracies, Stoic Characters, Strategic Battles, Technological Gap, Transmigration, Wars, Weak Protagonist, Witches
Popularity    : Very popular in China
Official raw link : https://book.qidian.com/info/1003306811
Last edited   : 21/Mar/2020 

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Website       : Qidian International (webnovel.com)
Views           : 126.1 million
Rating          : 4.6(6.4k)
Chapters     : 1498
Power Rank  : 37(current weekly), 3(male lead all-time), 7(All-time)
Power stones(all time) :  3.9 million
Status          : completed

Translator   : Transn, Henyee Translations
Editor         : Transn, Henyee Translations
Premium    : Yes
Premium chapter : 89
Coins per chapter : 7-8
Total number of coins : 10672
Popularity   : Very popular
Last edited  : 21/Mar/2020

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Synopsis :

Chen Yan travels between worlds, ending up becoming an honorable prince in a medieval fantasy world. Yet this world was not quite as simple as he thought. Witches with magical powers abound, and fearsome wars between churches and kingdoms rage throughout the land.

Roland, a prince regarded as hopeless by his own father and assigned to the worst fief, spends his time developing a poor and backward town into a strong and modern city, while fighting against his siblings for the throne and absolute control over the kingdom. Join Roland as he befriends and allies with witches and, through fighting and even farming, pushes back invaders coming from the realm of evil.

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POSITIVE REVIEW :

Tl;dr - Reincarnated mechanical engineer brings about industrial revolution in the Medieval Era (imagine going on an invention spree in the 14th century introducing steam engines, Newton's laws, Einstein's theories etc. Become the greatest scientist in the history and rule over the world), with the help of witches that are falsely called the devils incarnate by the Church. The world building is great, the translator is amazing and this story is a must read!!
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The first thing I will say is that the title doesn't justify the story. If I was to sum up the story till now, it would be 'Engineer in Another World'. An interesting theory XD
The MC is level headed, smart, and he thinks like a student of science, and not like some stubborn and foolish idiot. He is nither arrogant nor a coward.
This is a story of an engineer being reincarnated in another universe, as a good-for-nothing prince and will fight against his siblings for the throne. And he uses science and stuff from his previous life in this world, which is still in the era of kingdoms using swords and crossbows, and becomes the overlord of the world.
Imagine you being reincarnated in 1500s. I will invent electricity, machines and everything I've learnt, and name then all after me. I will become the God of the masses and get worshipped by the whole world XD. Our MC is not that arrogant. He is humble and respects everyone, unlike a lot of novels. And there are witches in the story. From the sypnosis we get that the witches are hated by the whole world and our MC fights for them. I won't spoil it for you guys.
From the story so far, I think there will be lots of scheming, planning, plotting and conning others in the future chapters. Till now there has been no mention of things like cultivation levels or anything such. I don't think it will be a story where the MC is nuts about cultivation and becoming an immortal, which is different from a lot of xianxia novels, and I think this is one of the really good points about this story. The author is doing a good job at building the world, and I would recommend this novel very much
-intelanands(NU) 

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CRITICAL REVIEW :

Release that Witch is a surprising read in a sea of webnovels. It isn't perfect, and I'll elaborate on that, but it's above the garbage often seen. There won't be plot spoilers in this review except the obvious "Yeah he helps witches" so continue with that in mind. Enjoy my mini-novel review.
Unlike most CN webnovels, RtW distances itself from Wuxia and enters the magic flintlock genre. With a setting reminiscent of medieval times, you've got a cast of knights and nobles and peasants. This isn't a new concept. In fact, it's old and worn. But it's how it's done despite the tropes, and for the most part, the author managed well. The twist is that the protagonist comes from our modern day, and this twist carries the story in both obvious ways and more subtle ones.
Had the first chapter never mentioned the origins of the protagonist, it would've been hard to realize at a glance. The name of this regular guy is soon forgotten as he takes upon the role of Roland, the fourth prince, and you will probably only know him as such. The previous Roland was a fool, as often these stories make them be, so when our modern day hero takes over, it becomes a familiar journey of climbing to kingship. He no slave or farm boy, but his status as nobility begins low relative to his siblings, and gives us, the reader, something to cheer for.
This brings up the advantages of a modern day man in a period lacking knowledge. But as you can imagine by the title, what keeps this in the fantasy genre is the inclusion of witches, giving Roland cards to play on his path to glory, literally and figuratively.
Witches are ostracized as devils and killed. Their powers are clearly seen and isn't mystical voodoo no one believes. And our protagonist becomes their friend. Whether it's because he's interested in a scientific standpoint or he's a friendly guy isn't important. What's important is the role witches play in the grand scheme of things.
Roland's Border Town becomes a bastion for them. His kindness and acceptance toward witches attracts a flock who aid and make possible things that would otherwise be impossible. Like many novels in epic fantasy, it becomes too much, and details become lost. Because of the story's scope, beside a select few witches, many of them take a backseat and are reduced to tools to help Roland grow his empire. This is a shame because the cast of said witches is fun and varied. Unfortunately you'll only familiarize yourself with certain ones, and the rest are non-existent until the protagonist has use of their power.
Those powers have an important role, and it's here that magic and technology mix. Roland's ability to rise up depends on magic, boosting his ability to quickly reach the industrial age of guns and manufacturing. You'd think one might overwhelm the other, but balance is kept in check. There are clear advantages to witches, yet they're no army. By helping witches, he's given the chance to command an army unlike any seen before, and with his knowledge, the overwhelming advantages he has crushes the opposition and gives Roland a legitimate claim to the throne.
I have mixed feelings about this. On one hand, he should know things others do not. On the other hand, he knows too much. Roland was a mechanical engineer before, but apparently he knows chemistry, biology, the education system, war tactics, shipbuilding, and who knows what else. Basic knowledge is fine. What this guy has is unacceptable, however.
"Hey, I'm going to write a chemistry textbook telling you every formula in the world. By the way I'm going to jot down a 500 page manual on how2biology. And I'm going to rewrite an entire play or three, by memory, perfectly. But wait there's more! I'll add in a physics course for free. Did I mention I'm a master plumber, farmer, and blacksmith? Hell, have some music theory too, because I'm a mechanical engineer who took some GE classes and we can all do that while governing an entire city as a full-time job."
Like, what? Some defend this, but there's literally nobody who can do this. Stop trying to "logic" it. Can anyone recite every country in the world by heart, right now, and every state and city and province? Can they list the periodic table in its entirety 20 years after they've long forgotten their high school chemistry class? Do they have seven phDs and a photographic memory? Literally autism. And if you don't want to admit that, then Roland's a Mary Sue, period. Frankly, being overpowered is fine. But let's call this story what it is and not pretend it's anything otherwise. Release that Witch is a power fantasy for teenage and young adult men.
Only in foreign webnovels do protagonists get a pass for being overpowered, which is called bad writing anywhere else. Even Superman has his Kryponite, whether it's a rock or vulnerable friends he must care for. Millions are enthralled by something like Game of Thrones because the characters are human. They are flawed and morally gray men and women who may not survive to the end. Protagonist-chan? He might as well be an alien, because nobody is perfect.
And this is an issue because I've never been concerned for Roland's well-being. He's perfect, and thus boring. While he's no fighter, he doesn't need to be. He is in no danger because he's not one step ahead but twenty steps. I'm quite certain that a witch introduced hundreds of chapters ago, who has never done a damned thing, will suddenly become relevant at a critical point. Then he's going to say, "Just as planned." But because the author didn't give our hypothetical witch any show time, it'll look like our prince pulled it out of his behind. Rest assured, Roland has his bases covered with a plethora of beautiful women surrounding him. He doesn't need to worry about them, either, since they're also ridiculous.
What's also boring is how dull his knowledge can be. It drags the story down when the author harps on about molecules. Imagine a football fan yapping in your ears about his favorite team while the season is airing. Now imagine you not giving a shit, since you'd rather watch Rick and Morty or Futurama or something. This is what it's like when the author writes about details no one cares about. Your eyes glaze over and you skip entire paragraphs as terms you've never heard of are talked about. Please stop. Go back to the story.
Speaking of story, like many in epic fantasy, there are multiple factions with intrigue and espionage in the background. There's a cabal of witches, the church, and the princes and princesses vying for control. The writer touches upon all of them in a third person omniscient point of view, meaning you see what happens at a bird's eye distance and hear the thoughts of all characters. The reader is in the know of things our protagonist is not, and of events he doesn't witness. Possibly good, probably bad. Although we learn more about the world than Roland does, we don't get to experience the surprises in store for him in the future because we'll be in the loop. I personally lean toward this being a negative because this just becomes info dumping and telling rather than showing. Where's the mystery if the author introduces a new character, then immediately tells us his secrets? His life story, his children's stories, and the name of the gopher in his front yard--there goes whatever interest I have in said person.
Another negative is the grammar. For a translated novel, it's okay. But being readable doesn't mean it's correct, and if you're someone who understands basic grammar rules, little things will bother you. Punctuation and dialogue tags, for example, or the incessant use of passive voice. The editors could do a better job. For the last time, you can smile dialogue. When will they learn?
Now I'm going to talk about what this story is and isn't. Despite the roster of witches, all of whom are women, this is not a harem. It has the potential, but it isn't and hopefully won't be. This story is also small on romance. Because of the cast size, Roland doesn't have time to dote upon characters you may or may not ship together. It's present and there, but it's a subplot. Though some may praise the romance, I can't, because I don't see it becoming more than superficial. There's maybe one chapter focusing purely on relationships as of the 200s. How this is good romance is beyond me. RtW is and will always be about Townbuilding 101 and the politics that come with it.
If the main course of the novel is reaching a modern day quality of life, then witches and magic and such are like the side dish to add flavor to the meal. If one witch is salt and another is pepper, you'll get a lot of salt and pepper. But again, because of the story's scope, you're not going to get much paprika or garlic or chives. They're there, but only as one-dimensional additions. Let's not mention the named knight or three. Unfortunately, you may forget who half the cast is. But if you love the few characters that get the screentime of an A-list actor, you're in for a wild ride.
Anyhow, if I had to recommend a Chinese webnovel to a reader who doesn't like Chinese webnovels, this story would be my first suggestion. At the same time, it's so far away from the typical CN story that it almost doesn't qualify as one, yet technically it is. There's no saving face or retarded "can't see Mount Tai" or wow, he can't decide whether he should laugh or cry 100x. It's not a story of self-improvement by getting lucky finding an artifact, then senseless slaughter. It's a standard western epic fantasy that also suffers from CN webnovel tropes, and whether that's what you want or not, that's what you'll get. It's unique, but not unique. It's done okay, but certainly not groundbreaking.
I cannot get over the detachment I feel for most characters. I like the characters placed in the backseat, never to be heard from again. I like the subplots that'll never be brought up in the future. Instead I read pointless specifics on topics I couldn't give a rat's ass about. Instead I learn Roland paves some roads, and maybe adds a few more witches I'll forget exists. Worst, I'll never be worried about him because I know the fourth prince will pull through unscathed. Why, then, should I or any reader care what happens? The stakes aren't high. They're as low as the dirt under our feet. And when the hero doesn't struggle to achieve his goals, then he didn't earn those victories. Roland is given them on a silver platter, and suddenly, everything he accomplishes is diminished. Zero tension, because every battle is already won.
That doesn't mean I didn't like it. It's still enjoyable. But the fun factor degrades. So I have to ask myself why I should read this pseudo western fantasy. Why should I read RtW when I can read Patrick Rothfuss? Why should I read RtW when I can read Brandon Sanderson, or George R.R. Martin? These known fantasy authors have been picked up by publishers because their work are proven sellers, and have years of practice under their belt in writing. Release that Witch competes in the same genre, but doesn't have the same polish. So for a webnovel it's above average, but compared to published novels vetted by professionals, it has glaring flaws. By virtue of setting alone comes its own pros and cons.
Lastly, I want to say that the story really drags when the releases slow down. Because it reads differently, the pace is different and does not fit the norm of CN webnovels. If you binge read it, the experience is better, but the translators are not keeping up as of late, and my interest in the story suddenly tanked. And once I let the story sit in my mind for a while, I realized it's really as good as people say it is.
Tl;dr, Release that Witch is pretty good for what it is. Release that Witch is also pretty bad for what it pretends to be.
-triggerk(NU)

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I also added one positive review, one critical review, genres and tags for every novel (collected from novelupdates site or this site)

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Please drop a review and vote if you like what I'm doing. Thank you.

A/N:

I feel link I've been too impersonal to you guys and gals, so Im making this authors note to rectify that.

First off, thanks for reading my story and secondly, no this isn't me announcing discontinuation but rather a call... for help.

I have a modern military x fantasy fetish and there's not enough novels out there for it.

So I IMPLORE you all dear readers to try your hand at writing one and feed this poor guy's obsession.

(WP: An aircraft carrier in the how to train your dragon universe)

Third, I'd like to share two other stories by fellow authors who I find their fics so KICKINGLY BADDASS.

marine325

I dunno how I got more views that you dude, your story about AOT and modern military is awsome! And i feel like I dont deserve 1k reads without you getting a higher number.

https://www.wattpad.com/story/161451581-war-of-the-worlds

We always thought if we face any kind of alien incursion they would come from the skies. We were wrong they came from the Oceans instead. Man-Eating Giants invaded our cities, they were hell bent upon the extinction of the Human race. We fought and Drove them back. The World united under the banner of UN as we ventured into the Unknown land from where these beings originated from.


Renegade_Russkiy

Now, If you're looking for quality he's your man, though his stories are not as good as mine (IM JOKING IM JOKING DONT MURDER ME) and I really enjoy his writing style.

https://www.wattpad.com/story/129724609-into-the-rift

Jerome is at the height of his career as a United Nations Operative, his noble job has his life placed on the line in classified operations all over the globe.

Regardless of whether the public is aware of his actions, it is safe to say his dedication continues to ensure the safety of many living in the civilized nations of earth.

Content with his place as a hero in the shadows in a world we know and love.

Until a mysterious rift appears in the icy wastelands of Antarctica, connecting our world to another beyond it, adding another chapter to his carefully crafted way of life.

Also join our discord server! We talk about isekai (portal fantasy) alot so if you like my story (and theirs) you should come in and chat with us!

https://discord.gg/3QSfdrp

Phew, This is a long authors note I wonder if i should just count this as an update already.... SIKE!

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It has been a day after Goswin met the goddess and she was still meditating in the shack, he was outside cooking a rabbit he managed to catch from one of his traps a respectable distance away from the shack as to not disturb the goddess.

"It is fortunate that the win is blowing the scent of the smoke away, I wouldn't want her to be distracted by it." Goswin thought as he took out the cooked rabbit from the fire and started to eat.

Then the door of the shack opened and the goddess stepped out and looked around.

"Your holiness! Over here!"

Fasha looked to his direction and gave him a confused look.

"Why are you so far away?!" She shouted.

"I didn't want you to be distracted by my disgraceful cooking your holiness."

The goddess chuckled and walked to where he is. When she sat down she gave him a smile which Goswin responded with a bow.

"No need to be so formal with me Champion, you can act comfortable around me if you like."

"Thank you your holiness."

"What did I just say?"

They both laughed at this.

"Also, a bit of smoke wont distract my meditation and that rabbit sure looks tasty, can I have a bite?"

"Oh! How uncourteous of me thinking only of myself! I'm deeply sorry your holiness!"

Fasha shook her head. "It's fine, it's fine. It's nothing compared to letting a loyal follower and our champion live without us guiding him personally."

They both fell silent.

"Can I taste your cooking?"

"Yes your holiness."

"Just call me Fasha, please."

Goswin gave Fasha a significant portion of the cooked rabbit, which lead her to sigh.

"Goswin."

"Yes your holi- I mean yes Fasha?"

"That's better. And you do remember that our blood only makes you immortal but not invulnerable right?"

Goswin nodded.

"Well I am a goddess and I only need faith and meditation as sustenance while you on the other hand need all the basic necessities of a living being."

"The blood of the gods only lets one live in halted ageing, but I am still vulnerable to wounds, diseases and the mortal needs."

"Good, and that is why you need this more than I do." Fasha gave him the larger portion of the rabbit. "And how old were you again when you received our boon?" She asked.

"Sixteen Summers." Goswin replied.

Fasha chuckled "And you are actually two hundred something years old now , such a misleading thing seeing you as a mere boy."

"What about you your holi-"

"Be informal."

"O-oh, umm... so what about you? why are you in that form?"

Fasha tilted her head. "Don't you like it?"

"N-no! Not at all! Your... form is... beautiful your holiness."

Fasha laughed and pushed he hair to her back. "Flattering yet sincere, I like that."

Before Goswin could respond the goddess stood up closed her eyes, she started to move her head around as if following something before stopping and giving out a gasp.

"Finally! I have located my sister! Goswin, quickly come to me and lets transport ourselves to her!"

Goswin quickly stood up and went to the goddess's side and Fasha took his hand and started to chant a teleportation spell and then, they both disappeared into the thin air.

0500 Hours, Camp Knight.

Joseph Wilkins was on guard duty on the front gate of camp Knight and is bored as hell. At first hearing that that they were going to be deployed he didn't think he'd be transported into fantasyland and even then, he thought it'd be more exciting.

He saw two figures walking towards the gate, he immediately radioed all nearby watch towers.

"Watchtowers didn't you see two people approaching?." He asked the watchtower guards who were supposed to alert him about any oncoming personnel so he could be prepared.

"What people? I had my eyes on the main road the whole ti- wait, what the fuck, how come we didn't see these two?" The reply came from one of the watchtowers.

"Weapons ready! Keep it trailed on those two I'm going to attempt to make contact with them." He unslinged his weapons and walked slowly towards the two and raised his none-firing hand to a stop signal.

"Halt! This area is under the US army! State your intentions!" He shouted in Valecan.

The two figures looked at each other and then his radio crackled to life.

"Yo I think the girl's eyes are glowing, careful man." The watchtower cautioned him.

The girl walked forwards and an orb started to form in her hands.

"Shit! Dude watch out!" The watchtower exclaimed as Joseph leveled his rifle.

"ARMY TRAITORS YOU SHALL PAY FOR BETRAYING ME AND MY SISTERS!" the girl's voice boomed.

"OPEN FIRE!" The watchtower personnel shouted.

The USA opens accidentaly opens a portal to another world!

After an experiment conducted at the Nevada desert forced the fabrics of parallel-dimensions to collide, it opened up a whole new world of opportunities to the US to explore and, possibly, exploit. Carefully hiding it from public knowledge the US government forms the Special Exploration Division  to secure a foothold in the new world.

Watch the story unfold from the point of view of an army private to a high-king of an empire, watch as the US dives into what is impossible.

Chapter 5. A pathless author (2)

"You are a…author!" Rei asked with a surprised expression.

It was his first time meeting with a author in this world. He had met his fair number of authors in his past life.

At first, they came forward to appreciate it but they also ridiculed him after his book failed.

Looking at the man, Rei felt that he was pretty similar to his past self. Maybe that's whxat attracted him to talk to this man.

"Yeah, I am a author with….no path" The man sighed as he said that.

"A author with no path?" Rei asked with a confused face 

"Yeah, a pathless author"

'A pathless author' 

Rei thought that it would be a good title for a book. A wandering author with no path. 

Maybe, he was also like this in his past life. At first he wrote literature but for surviving, he changed it into fantasy genre.

After a while, Rei asked.

"Have you lost your path"

"Huh" The man looked confusedly at Rei before answering "Yeah, I am searching for a new way"

"What about your old one?"

"I found out that I wasn't appropriate for that"

"So, why don't you find a new one" 

"It isn't easy to find a path, I am struggling to find a path for a month and still now, I don't know where to walk, I am tired" the man said with a soft sigh.

It was a sigh of a man who seemed to have given up on finding a new path and just idling around.

Rei was also like this, forgetting his path and while trying to find one, he got lost.

Rei stood up from his seat and came in front of the man and pointed towards the night sky and said.

"Your path is in the stars" 

"Stars? Kid, what are you talking about?" the man asked confusingly.

"Just look towards the stars, you will always find some kind of pattern, you just have to follow it and then, you will reach your destination for sure"

"Stars have patterns? Are you talking about constellations"

Rei shook his head at the man's question and said.

"No, just tthought about the things you think of when you watch a sky filled up of twinkling stars"

"A sky full of twinkling stars!?"

"Yeah, stars are always full of inspiration especially for a writer"

Watching the sky full of stars tonight had made him remember his professor at the literary college.

He was a old bald man who would always stare at stars in the night and grumbled whenever there was a cloudy night.

He used to say that 'Stars gave us inspiration to reach them'. A writer should aim for that.

In his past, the old professor was a writer who had given up on writing because his books failed to garner success. 

He would always complain that if he had gotten his inspiration earlier, he would have been a successful author. 

At first, Rei had ignored him as he was too egoistic because of his success but after failing with his second book, he had gotten close to the old professor.

After his book failed, he would often go out with that old man to have drinks and complain about life.

His friends at that time had abandoned him after his book had failed and he had gotten an old man as his new friend.

Watching the man, Rei thought of that old man. He was already in heavens but Rei felt that maybe he is looking down on him from the stars.

He felt that the man and the old man was pretty similar, at least Rei got that kind of feeling. That's why he had told the man about the old man philosophy about the stars.

He thought that maybe it will help the man who was going through a tough period.

While he was reminiscing about his past with the old man, the man had surprisingly found some inspiration from his words and his hollow eyes were now twinkling like the stars.

He was glancing at Rei and then at the stars like he was going to paint a painting of them.

He hands were now shaking with excitement and he jumped up from his seat and hugged Rei before shouting.

"I found it! Thanks kid, I can't thank you enough. I was struggling with it for a long time and now, I finally found it. I will surely treat you later"

While the man was shouting excitedly, Rei was struggling because of the tight hug.

"Hey old man, please stop it! Quickly, release me or someone will surely misunderstand our relationship"

"Sure kid, hahaha"

While laughing, the man finally released Rei and his previous depressed mood was now long gone.

"Hey kid, tell me, are you a writer"

"A writer! No, I am not"

"So, are you aspiring to become one"

Rei didn't knew how to answer that question and simply nodded.

"You are, I know, a peculiar kid like you can't be normal" the man continued with overflowing enthusiasm.

"Hey kid, it's getting real late so listen, let's meet next time as authors"

"Huh"

"You would surely write a good book, I am sure of it, So let's meet as authors next time"

The man said enthusiasticly as he ran off to somewhere. It was like he was getting impatient to do something.

Rei just stood there dumbly trying to understand what had happened. 

The man had changed emotions too fast and startled Rei at the end. 

'Let's meet as authors, huh'

Rei thought about the words said by the man, no Keitsuke Kinji.

'Maybe, I should try writing again'

These were Rei's thoughts as he ran towards his house amidst the sparkling sky of the night.

Just as there is 'Soft Magic' in Fantasy that is portrayed through magibabble, there can be 'Soft Science' in a Sci-Fi stories through technobabble that makes 'some sense', but not entirely correct.

We are frickin' writers, not scientists. You don't have to be anatomically correct all the time, all you need to do is show that you know enough of your stuff to write a decent story. In fact, the excuse of it being an alternate world can be used if you're going to bend the limits of physics and say that fire doesn't need air to exist in this parallel dimension.

I see a lot of writers being put into a state of confusion due to not understanding the line between fantasy and Sci-Fi. They seem like they are trying to fit the Star Trek mould too often.

Science can just as well do the same things as plot devices in fantasy stories. Once you add 'realism' to a fantasy, it becomes progressively better sometimes compared to a completely fantasied story where 'logic' doesn't hold within it.

Those who write Sci-Fi usually envision a future they can imagine where magic-like Rocket Boots and other stuff exist. However, a writer must not get bogged down by small details and MUST think of an overarching story where these details matter.

It is the same with Fantasy. Even if you write about someone breaking the mould as a wizard or something, you have to attach your world to a narrative rather than doing it the other way 'round.

No one wants to hear about how awesome your boat propellers are before hearing your story's narrative. They would rather you cut down and make it relevant when it is actually relevant.

Adding some 'Hard Science' to your story is only when the scenes later on have any use for them. It bores a person to death no matter how extensive your technobabble is unless you make it interesting. Try using facts as plot elements.

For example: Even the simple fact that people cannot breath in space and instantly die when they come in contact with the 'void' of space could be used to add a layer of tension when a spaceship is damaged. Similar to how dangerous 'hard magic' is used in Epic Fantasy like Frodo's Ring in The Lord of the Rings has definitive corruption on others.

Unlike Fantasy that can use the Power of Friendship to bend logic, the readers of Sci-Fi never be expecting any 'realistic' plot elements to be bend just because the Author wants a happy ending. There are no 'Healing Potions' in real life that can be used to fix up injuries nor are people affected by prophesies or whatever.

This is the contrast between Sci-Fi and Fantasy that you can make full use of. As most authors go onto the Sci-Fi side of writing not because they strive to be scientists but since the aesthetics of a science fiction world are just so interesting.

Science Fiction is a good place to tackle heavy topics like the nature of life and the absurdity of those who see 'science' as everything. Those who disregard emotions and become cybernetic entities for the sake of casting off their mortality are portrayed as the bad guys while our totally human protagonist fighting them is a 'good guy'.

The lines between an Artificial Intelligence and regular Humans blurs as we become the 'God' of technological species that defy our definition of what is 'living'. Just as we see God as some sort of fourth-dimensional and incomprehensible being that created us as an imperfect image of 'Him', the robots given sentience would see us similarly.

Some robots might have emotions that can allow them to defy their programming, some robots won't go as far as gaining emotional functionality but will preform their roles better than even a human. It could show the reason why people get attached to the inanimate and soulless objects we put our own hearts into creating (like Big Hero 6).

But though exploring philosophical questions is good and all, never forget that a good 'plot' is needed to put forward and give clues into the writer's answer that context. Sci-Fi is, after all, a premise, not a relatable character in of itself.

Think of the science-fiction elements as just the background for your story, similar to how other genres should be that as well. You won't have to deal writing blocks if you keep to writing only what you know rather than just speculative theories.

Whether it's as dark as a Cyber Punk or optimistic of the future, just know what mould you are using for this premise. Are you writing an Adventure story with Sci-Fi as the places, destinations, and whatever tools the MC can get him hands on, or are you writing a comedy where the Sci-Fi elements don't need consistency but absurdity?

After moving past why you shouldn't add unneeded technobabble unless it's interesting to listen to or has plot significance, let me remind you all that robots and 'science' isn't entirely separated from the realm of magic. After all, there is a reason you don't see skimpy power suits being worn by astronauts these days. Just be sure to have a focus if your going to add very illogical things to the plot.

I like Gundam as much as the next guy but the whole reason the Mecha sub-genre of Anime has waned in recent years is because writers have been focusing too much on 'science' rather than the spectacle. I don't need to now what materials your Mecha is made of unless you point its weak points and make it relevant in a fight scene.

Bring up the strengths and weaknesses of something and THEN use those facts as devices that can move the plot. Conversely, if you go overboard with this advice and tell me nothing but how your giant robot looks and the 'science' behind its creation, even going as far as to tell me how many secret guns it has, then I'll be bored...

I'd love to see Cyborgs Vs Mecha but just don't forget the human element of Sci-Fi. How we create things not solely for the sake of creation but put are feelings into it just like the novels we write.

Humans are passionate that way...

Thanks for reading and I wish you guys well~ Be sure to ask if you have any blog or story requests.

(Cover by Darkstar Dust)

This is a story I worked on ages ago that has been refined and edited by adding foreshadowing to events while also simplifying the power system better than before. This story can be considered a prequel to An Adventure Beyond Greatness as it takes place years prior to the events of that story.

Short Synopsis:
After retiring from the battlefield, my life became empty and lifeless. The regrets of my past haunt me in my sleep. Then a change occurred, a King from another world summoned me to fight for his kingdom, but I died even before I could give him my answer. Now, after a fake God allowed me to reincarnate (albeit imperfectly) with my memories intact, into a world filled with magic and swords.

Long Synopsis:
This is about a flawed protagonist who only knew to rely on others and not socialise who gets a second chance to change himself in order to live the life he aimed for in his past life. The narrator isn’t exactly trustworthy since it is purely in his bias perspective while other perspectives given by others fill in the blanks that he either leaves out or twists to suit the situation.

The story itself can be considered a parody of Isekai’s classic tropes which are given a sense of reality as time goes by. As there exists no ‘Demon Lord’, there is also no black and white, only characters opinions and counter-opinions throughout the story.

We attend school, find love, work, buy a house, pay our housing loans, insert weird faces in WeChat, watch movies… do any of you find anything amiss? One day, a group of strange people entered this world, equipped in strange clothing and possessing extraordinary powers, cold-blooded killers! They call themselves [Players]. 

Wait! Wait! You people want to kill me? You say I am NPC (Non Playable Character)? Stop joking around! You crazy bastards! I will fight you to the death! I will survive!

NPC beating up Players! Original residents beating up Transmigrants!

My world, my rules! What makes you think you bastards can come over and boss us around?

Treading the path of the strongest saviour in history, one destined to be filled with excitement!

…

Chen Xiaolian: From today onwards, an organization whose sole purpose is to oppose those bastards is established! Our guild shall be named… Player Thwarting Alliance!

Guild Member: Leader, this name, if we are to say it out, I fear we will be beaten up… 

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