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The Mirror Legacy
By ji yueren, 季越人
1288 chapters
2022
Description
Lu Jiangxian died after staying up late one night. Yet, he finds his soul trapped in a fractured, bluish-gray bronze mirror. He falls into a boundless world of immortal cultivation and finds himself in the perilous landscape of Mount Dali. There, a small family from a small village by Meiche River picked the mirror up and is bestowed with the ancient teachings of the immortal ways, heralding the dawn of a splendid new era.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- qidian
- English Publisher
- wuxiaworld
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
The Mirror Legacy Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on The Mirror Legacy
"The Mirror Legacy" is quite the experience, a dive into a brutal xianxia world where a family's rise in cultivation is paved with sacrifice and cunning. It's not a light read; be prepared for a story that can feel suffocating at times.
First Impressions
Jumping in, I was immediately struck by the world-building. The author paints a dark and twisted cultivation landscape where mortals are preyed upon, and even cultivators are hunted. It's a far cry from the power fantasies often found in the genre, and that's both refreshing and unsettling. The initial chapters can feel slow, almost agonizingly so, as the story establishes the Li clan and the challenges they face. Some might find this initial period tedious, but I found it laid a solid foundation for the events to come.
What Works Well
What truly shines is the focus on the clan as a whole, rather than a single overpowered protagonist. We see the struggles of multiple characters, their individual exploits, and the consequences of their actions. This creates a deep sense of investment, even knowing that many of these characters won't survive. The author doesn't shy away from portraying the hard work and sacrifices required to climb the cultivation ladder. Success isn't guaranteed, and mistakes carry real weight. The tension is palpable, and the power dynamics feel believable.
Areas of Concern
The pacing can be uneven, with periods of intense action followed by stretches of seemingly inconsequential events. The main character, Lu Jiangxian, felt somewhat underwhelming, with his transmigrator status not making as much of an impact. I did find myself wishing for more decisiveness from some characters. The constant tragedy, while adding to the grim atmosphere, can become relentless. It's a fine line between impactful storytelling and tragedy for tragedy's sake, and at times, it felt like the latter.
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Final Verdict
"The Mirror Legacy" is a unique and polarizing novel. It's a tragic xianxia story that emphasizes the slow, arduous climb to power in a cruel world. While it has pacing issues and can be relentlessly grim, the deep character development and unique power system make it a worthwhile read for those seeking a more realistic and challenging take on the genre. It's not for everyone, but those who appreciate a dark and nuanced cultivation story will find much to enjoy.
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