Qidian
A Will Eternal
by Er Gen
Er Gen's funniest major work, ideal for readers who want xianxia scale with comedy and a softer emotional center.
What it is about
A cowardly, hilarious, strangely persistent cultivator stumbles from sect troublemaker to world-shaping figure while chasing safety and eternal life.
Reader filters
Good first read? Yes, for the right reader.
- A Will Eternal is completed, with 1,314 chapters and a 8.8 / 10 catalog rating.
- It is better for readers who are comfortable with harem or multiple-love-interest elements.
- Translation readability is rated 8.6 / 10. The main caveats to check are Broad comedy, Harem elements, Tone shift late.
Reviews
A complete xianxia comedy that turns cowardice, survival instinct, and absurd troublemaking into real long-form momentum.
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