Cultivation: When You Take Things to the Extreme
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By forget to wear a vest, 忘记穿马甲
713 chapters
2023
Description
Having crossed into the Immortal Cultivation World and finding himself at the very bottom, struggling to survive, Xu Yang discovered he possessed a special golden finger. As long as he persisted in any single activity, he could gain the power to transform the decayed into the miraculous. Eating: Stabilize the Foundation and Cultivate Essence, strengthen the body, extend lifespan… Sleeping: Nourish and accumulate energy, be as vigorous as a dragon or a tiger, Eternal Youth… Breathing: Turtle breathing technique, a tide of vitality, Qi Moves Mountains and Rivers… Walking: Travel a thousand miles in a day, shrink the land beneath you, rival mountains in your speed… No matter if it was the common myriad activities or the Hundred Arts of Cultivation, as long as one was persistent, they could reach the pinnacle of refinement. With this, Xu Yang evolved from a humble fisherman into the strongest ever known, revered as the Ten Mile Sword God!
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- qidian
- English Publisher
- webnovel
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
Cultivation: When You Take Things to the Extreme Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Cultivation: When You Take Things to the Extreme
"Cultivation: When You Take Things to the Extreme" is a novel that definitely had me hooked at first, but ultimately left me with mixed feelings. It's a wild ride through cultivation, alternate worlds, and kingdom-building, but it stumbles along the way.
First Impressions
The initial premise is undeniably intriguing. We have a protagonist in a dangerous cultivation world who uses dream incarnations to experiment and gain power. This contrast between his cautious real-world self and his risk-taking dream self is a fantastic hook. I was eager to see how he would leverage his experiences in these different realities.
What Works Well
The core concept of the MC being able to live lives in other worlds is compelling. The plot is engaging and the author does a good job with the action scenes. The protagonist isn't just some lucky idiot; he actually uses his brain most of the time. I also appreciated the fact that his plans don't always succeed. It adds a layer of realism and prevents the story from becoming too predictable. The author also deserves credit for keeping the kingdom-building aspects fresh. Each arc feels different, and the MC faces unique challenges.
Areas of Concern
While the story has its strengths, it also has some notable weaknesses. The romance is underdeveloped and feels tacked on. I found myself skipping those sections entirely. The author's decision to introduce mechas into a seemingly traditional cultivation setting felt jarring and out of place. It completely disrupted my immersion in the story.
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Final Verdict
"Cultivation: When You Take Things to the Extreme" is a novel with a lot of potential that it doesn't quite live up to. The initial concept is strong, and the action is engaging, but the weak romance, the introduction of mechas, and some questionable plot devices ultimately detract from the overall experience. I'd recommend giving it a try if you're a fan of cultivation novels, but be prepared for some bumps along the way. I'd give it a 3 out of 5.
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