Cultivation Starting from Archery
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By 豆浆油条热干面
2024
Description
Chen Sanshi transmigrated into the chaotic era at the end of a dynasty. Fortunately, he had the Liver-Busting System by his side. He originally planned to hunt for money, save up, and one day join a martial arts school to learn a few moves—just to live a peaceful life as a wealthy man. But fate had other plans. Corrupt officials extorted the people, martial arts schools bullied the weak, and just to survive, he had no choice but to enlist in the army as an archer. From [Archery (Beginner)] , he grinded his way to [Wielding a Ten-Thousand-Stone Bow, Every Arrow Unavoidable] , shooting down enemy generals from a hundred miles away! From [Basic Spear Techniques] , he pushed himself to [Dragon Spear of the Nation, Stronger with Every Battle] , standing tall with his spear, single-handedly forcing back an army of a million! Years later, after countless battles across the land, Chen Sanshi had become truly invincible, commanding an elite cavalry of two hundred thousand. As he looked at the golden imperial robe draped over him by his generals, he let out a helpless sigh: “You guys… You guys are really screwing me over here!”
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- qidian
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
Cultivation Starting from Archery Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Cultivation Starting from Archery
I went into "Cultivation Starting from Archery" with a bit of hesitation, the overall rating wasn't stellar. However, I'm always willing to give a novel a fair shot, especially when the premise blends fantasy, martial arts, and a bit of military strategy. And I can say, I came away pleasantly surprised.
First Impressions
The initial chapters definitely throw you into the deep end. We're introduced to a world struggling with cultivation, a military/nobility setting, and a protagonist who's trying to navigate it all. The system is a panel type, which I find pretty straightforward and enjoyable. It gives clear progression markers as he advances his skills in archery, spearmanship, and military tactics.
What Works Well
The world-building is quite detailed, particularly the power progression and fight choreography. I found myself getting invested in the war strategies, which reminded me a little of "Kingdom." The MC, while wanting a peaceful life, isn't afraid to get his hands dirty when necessary. He's portrayed as righteous, careful, and doesn't treat lives as mere numbers, which is a refreshing change from some cultivation protagonists. Several reviews mention his level-headedness and the fact that he's a hard worker, consistently grinding through setbacks. The story also seems to avoid excessive drama, which I appreciate. The author seems aware of their strengths, focusing on action and progression rather than overly complex dialogue, which is a smart move.
Areas of Concern
Some initial impressions might be off-putting due to the protagonist's relationship with his "child bride." Some feel it's mishandled, particularly the speed at which their relationship progresses after the MC's transmigration. There are also concerns about the MC being overly nosy and sticking his neck out for others early on, which could come across as naive without the plot armor.
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Final Verdict
Despite some flaws, I found "Cultivation Starting from Archery" to be an entertaining read. If you enjoy detailed power progression, military strategy, and a protagonist who is more pragmatic than your average cultivator, then this might be worth checking out. Just be aware of the potential issues with character interactions and the power scaling later on. I'd give it a solid 4/5.
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