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Universal Sword God
By chén shān, 尘山
3806 chapters
2014
Description
A magical ring and a mighty spirit inside the ring, coupled with a genius who lost his cultivation and got named worthless tr*sh. That’s Xiao Yan, the poor genius. You think Xiao Yan got it bad? Well, you clearly have not met Jing Yan. Jing Yan was once the shining star of the whole East City. However, his cultivation dropped because of the Universal Ring that was left to him by his dead grandfather. Without anything but the Universal Ring, he will once more rise towards the top and beyond! He is Jing Yan, The Universal Sword God.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- qidian
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
Universal Sword God Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Universal Sword God
Universal Sword God is a xuanhuan novel that I found myself surprisingly invested in, despite some familiar tropes. It definitely has its flaws, but there's something compelling about the main character's journey that kept me reading.
First Impressions
Okay, I'll admit, the initial setup felt a little… well, very familiar. The "fallen genius" trope is strong here. Our MC goes from being highly regarded to being looked down upon after losing his power, and his family treats him horribly. It's a classic setup, and honestly, my initial reaction was a bit eye-rolly. The beginning felt very tropey and made me wonder if there was a reason to continue.
What Works Well
Despite my initial reservations, I found myself getting drawn into the world and the MC's journey. The cultivation system is interesting, and I appreciate the focus on alchemy as a core element. It adds a layer of depth beyond just fighting and power-ups. I also liked that the MC is portrayed as someone who repays both kindness and cruelty in kind. He's not a pushover, and he remembers those who wronged him. The subtle romance was also a plus for me. I'm not a huge fan of harems where the women are just there to be rescued, so I appreciated the more nuanced approach here. The story also moves at a good pace. It's easy to read and understand, and the plot moves forward without getting bogged down in unnecessary details.
Areas of Concern
One of my biggest issues is how heavily the story relies on the "ring with OP inheritances" trope. It feels like the MC's power comes too easily, and he doesn't have to work as hard as he should. This diminishes the sense of accomplishment and makes him feel less relatable. It also bothered me how some characters acted towards the MC at the beginning, even after his recovery, based on rumors alone.
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Final Verdict
Overall, I'd give Universal Sword God a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars. It's not groundbreaking, but it's an enjoyable read with some interesting elements. If you're a fan of xuanhuan novels and don't mind some familiar tropes, you might find yourself getting hooked like I did.
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