Jack’s Meteor Punch clashed against Rufus’s attack in front of his balcony, releasing a ring-shaped shockwave. Both attacks carried a hint of unyieldiness—supremacy and indomitable will—and both refused to give an inch. Therefore, the shockwave had no choice but to escape sideways, forming a ring of pure force that slammed into the unfortunate people below.
Chairs were crushed, screams pierced the venue, hats went flying. From on...
2023-01-02 17:36:00 +0000 UTC
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“This is the heart of a D-Grade manatee of the Evergreen planet,” Vocrich said, motioning at the green, glowing orb. “It carries healing properties so strong that it can heal even the user’s Dao and bring people back from the very precipice of death. Moreover, meditating on it can give insights into the Dao of Life. It is a priceless item for large sects or life-attuned cultivators under the D-Grade. The starting price is one million c...
2022-12-30 17:36:01 +0000 UTC
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Vocrich Eretor, the vampire lord that would lead the auction, stepped off the stage center. Another vampire, a woman, walked out and placed a shiny cube on the table.
“The first item,” Vocrich declared, “is a high-grade starship. Forged by an apprentice of the famous Horrificus Egen, this ship can cross space at a speed approaching a thousand miles a minute. It operates on the user’s Dao, meaning it’s cost-free, and can accommo...
2022-12-29 17:37:00 +0000 UTC
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Alexander both loved and hated the Integration.
On one hand, it had given him power. He had risen in status and in the chain of command. His former bosses would have to serve him, if he hadn’t killed them already.
On the other…he now had to deal with idiots. Those people would have never achieved success in the pre-Integration world. They were stubborn, naive, short-sighted, and idealistic; qualities that should put them as far...
2022-12-28 17:36:00 +0000 UTC
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Jack stood behind the line and glared at the practice target. Its white and red wood stared at him mockingly, just out of reach. He narrowed his eyes.
“You can start,” Master Shol said. Jack fell into a stance, took a deep breath, and punched out. His outstretched hand met the air. The wind of his punch traveled out, meeting the target and shaking it a bit, but not breaking it.
“Good,” the ghost spoke again. “Now keep doi...
2022-12-27 17:36:01 +0000 UTC
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Rufus Emberheart raised his eyes to meet Jack’s. Jack felt the pressure. This lion man was strong; way too strong. His Dao Root even felt on the cusp of something greater, as if ready to reach the next level. Moreover, the aura of supremacy that surrounded him was palpable, and it made Jack feel like a child standing up to his father.
His soul punched through the illusion. Rufus raised a brow but didn’t speak further. The pressure mo...
2022-12-23 17:37:00 +0000 UTC
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We prooobably didn't reach the #1000 ranking on Kindle, but we did reach the #3000 ranking, so have a bonus chapter!
I will take a short Christmas break now. The next chapter will come on Monday or Tuesday, depending on how soon I return from the family. I wish you all a merry merry Christmas and warm, happy holidays.
Take care of yourselves <3 see you soon!
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“Please depart the arena,” the lioness decreed.
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2022-12-23 17:36:03 +0000 UTC
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Double release tomorrow, woo! And then it's a short Christmas break to enjoy with family, friends, and warm chocolate.
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Suddenly, there was confusion in the arena. Jack shot a last, angry glance at the head judge before looking around, finding everyone puzzled. Even the alien merchants on the stands were whispering at each other, wondering what was going on.
His anger gave way to curiosity.
That’s odd.
...
2022-12-22 17:44:37 +0000 UTC
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Many thanks to everyone who helped me with yesterday's launch. Unfortunately, the rankings/ratings decided to freeze, limiting my visibility, and KU itself disappeared for some time in the middle of my campaign, but what can you do about it?
No, I am not salty. I am a fucking sea.
Anyway. As the ABSR is still not updating, we'll have to wait a couple days to see how many bonus chapters you guys get. If the good hours are just never...
2022-12-21 17:36:01 +0000 UTC
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“John Brown and the Dao of Spanking versus Shard Presht and the Dao of Momentum!”
Before the announcer’s voice had even finished ringing, Jack’s sharp eyes were staring at the curtain that separated scions and humans.
A light gray hand emerged, grabbing one end of the curtain and parting it. Shard Presht stepped out. His skin was slick and slippery like a fish’s. His mouth contained multiple rows of sharp teeth, and his b...
2022-12-20 17:36:00 +0000 UTC
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Hey, I got great news. TL;DR: You’ll get bonus chapters of Road to Mastery!
The first book of my newest series, The Twelfth Cataclysm: What the Shell!? just went live on Kindle, KU, and Audible, narrated by the awesome Daniel Wisniewski! I consider it the most beautiful story I have written to date—and that says something. So go check it out!
“But Valerios, what about the bonus chapters you mentioned?...
2022-12-20 15:05:19 +0000 UTC
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Brock crossed the night again. He flew over rooftops, hung from ropes like vines, and leaned on lighting poles to take a breather—their blue bodies were the perfect girth to grab, though the shiny yellow things on their tops were annoying.
Thankfully, he didn’t need much rest. The Big Thought in his heart made him strong, and he could now reach the meeting spot easily, even with the big sack he carried. Besides, even that was a form ...
2022-12-19 17:36:00 +0000 UTC
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Happy new week, everyone!
Starting this week, the posting schedule will go down to 6/week, as that is the fastest pace at which I can maintain near-maximum quality. Sunday will be break day. In a couple weeks, I will also reduce the upload frequency on RoyalRoad by another chapter while maintaining 6/week here on Patreon, effectively giving you guys at the 10$ tier an extra chapter per week, but more on that later.
I will also take...
2022-12-19 11:34:14 +0000 UTC
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“John Brown and the Dao of Spanking versus Brother Tao and the Dao of the Staff!”
The announcer’s voice had just finished ringing, but both fighters were already on the sand. There were three more pairs fighting, but of course, but few people paid them any mind.
“I have long yearned to face you in combat, brother John,” Tao said. He was a bald Tibetan monk with orange robes, clear eyes, and a black metal staff held steady...
2022-12-18 17:36:01 +0000 UTC
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Beefy chapter this time, but it's okay. You guys deserve it for being awesome.
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“Come on, Brock, tell me. What Dao Root did you get?”
Brock looked at Jack with a smug smile, extending the wait.
“Come on, bro!” Jack insisted. With a laugh, Brock flexed his biceps—which were notably larger than last time. “Ohh, is it strength?”
Brock shook his head.
“Power? Bromance?”
Brock laughed.<...
2022-12-17 17:37:00 +0000 UTC
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Boosts please! TopWebFiction
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“Dao skills are the true skills,” Dorman explained.
“What does that mean?” Jack asked. Brock stood on the floor beside them, nodding as if following the conversation.
“It means that Dao skill are the way to go.” Dorman shook his head. “Normal skills are ...
2022-12-16 17:36:01 +0000 UTC
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Jack stood on one edge of the sparring room. Dorman Whistles stood on the other, twirling twin daggers in his hands. Brock peeked from the entrance door and was ready to pull his head back in case of rampaging shockwaves, while the training robot stood calmly in a corner, medical kit in hand.
“What say you we make a bet, Dorman?” Jack asked.
Dorman frowned. “A bet?”
“Yes. If I win, you join the Flame River alliance....
2022-12-15 17:35:41 +0000 UTC
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The Kickstarter was funded in less than 24 hours, by the way, so a big thanks to all of you who joined!
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Jack raised a brow. “Spar with you?”
Dorman Whistles stared him in the eye. “Yes,” he said, smiling. “Please?”
“Why do you ask that?”
“Because you’re strong. I can tell; I’m strong too. And these random weaklings aren’t enough to make me stronger, but you are.”
Jack blinked. ...
2022-12-14 17:36:01 +0000 UTC
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Gan Salin entered insane mode.
He tried again to wear the gloves, but his hands were shaking, and the flames hot on his heels. “Fine!” he roared. “Canine Dash!” Letting the gloves drop, he fell on all fours and ran so fast he almost disappeared.
From the stands, Jack raised his brows, and the audience erupted into clamor.
Vivi remained standing. A barrier of blue flames erupted around her, flowing like water. At the s...
2022-12-13 17:36:01 +0000 UTC
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Hey all, our DnD kickstarter is live!! Just launched, actually, a few minutes ago, and we’re super excited.
It’s 12 one-shot adventures full of beautiful art, laughs, epic battles, fascinating twists, and a whole menagerie of never-before-seen monsters. They’re professional-level adventures with my personal stamp of quality.
We’ve put a lot of effort into this project over the last few months, so if it interests you even in...
2022-12-13 17:21:46 +0000 UTC
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“John Brown and the Dao of Spanking versus Chen Zexi and the Dao of Beauty.”
Before the announcer’s voice had even finished ringing, Karvahul was already rolling on the floor a few seats away.
“What a pairing!” He laughed. “Go get her, John!”
Jack grimaced.
“Well?” Vivi asked, raising a brow with a smile. “Won’t you go spank her?”
Stay in character, Jack. Stay in character.
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2022-12-12 17:36:00 +0000 UTC
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The amazonian-looking woman plopped down beside Jack, crossing her arms and staring at the arena. She wore hard boots and long trousers, and her back was covered by a blue jacket, under which hid a red shirt. Her eyes were brown and her nose slim, as was her body.
Jack noticed she was only slightly shorter than him; and, if they stood, her long legs would probably put them on the same height.
“Would you like to watch the fights t...
2022-12-11 17:36:01 +0000 UTC
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A steel palm smashed Jack into a wall. He landed with his bare feet against it and shot off again, turning to the right to avoid the robot’s charge. It chased him, relentless, smashing hard into the walls and floor wherever he stopped even momentarily.
The training room’s door was ajar, and Brock peeked from the opening. His eyes flashed as he scanned the battle, observing how they moved.
Jack landed and turned on the spot. A f...
2022-12-10 17:36:01 +0000 UTC
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The guards of Integration City were humanoid robots with dog heads. And not just any breed; they were slick, dark, metallic dobermans, with steel cords stretching over their bodies like muscles and iron plates bulging on their chests. As they stood on two legs, they resembled hardcore club bouncers; they even wore thin sunglasses.
However, they didn’t need that. One of them had killed a member of the Ice Peak on the spot. That was...
2022-12-09 17:36:00 +0000 UTC
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The homeless-looking man grabbed the chair opposite Jack, giving him a wide, yellow-toothed grin. “Can I sit?” he asked.
Jack’s eyes flickered up, staring at the guy. He didn’t respond right away.
The other man’s smile didn’t falter. “Don’t worry. Despite my appearance, I’m quite a pleasant person. They call me the Sage.”
He extended a hand. Jack raised a brow.
“Appearances matter little here,...
2022-12-08 17:36:00 +0000 UTC
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“He killed her on purpose. That is against the rules. He must be punished,” Jack stated, staring the late E-Grade head judge in the eye.
She stared back, not speaking for a moment.
Next to Jack, Edgar’s jaw was hanging, and Karvahul’s face had gone through fifty shades of blue. The surrounding people took a few steps away, not wanting to be associated with Jack, as did most of the “friends” he’d made on the stands, wh...
2022-12-07 17:36:01 +0000 UTC
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Jack stared at his opponent. He was a large guy wielding an equally large metal pipe. His upper body was bare and scarred, his eyes were hard, and he looked quite badass overall.
Jack’s physique was equally intimidating, except he wore a tank top and casually held a flip-flop.
“Dao of Spanking?” the large guy said, eyes twitching. “I will show you a world of pain, kid.”
“Oh, yeah?” Jack replied. “It’s clear ...
2022-12-06 17:36:01 +0000 UTC
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Back from my trip, and ready to write like there's no tomorrow. Enjoy the chapter!
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With the ringing of the ten massive bronze bells, the tournament officially began.
People erupted into cheers louder than even the ringing. The C-Grade lioness disappeared, and long energy walls split the arena.
These walls were transparent and shimmering blue. There were three of them; two split the arena into four e...
2022-12-05 17:37:23 +0000 UTC
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Jack’s brows creased. Karvahul stepped closer. “Find a Dao adjacent to yours,” he instructed quickly.
“Edgar Allano. Dao of Magic,” Edgar said aloud, taking Jack’s turn.
“Like what?” Jack whispered.
“I don’t know… Battle? Power? No, you need a weapon. Gauntlets! No, that’s too similar. Club? No, they’ll know right away.” He frowned. “We need something that can work with your Skills but isn’t
2022-12-04 19:14:35 +0000 UTC
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Jack awoke calmly. His eyes opened, taking in the foreign room.
“What?” he said before remembering where he was. “Right… The Integration Tournament. House 425.”
He reached for his phone and turned off the alarm. There was still no signal—all satellites had been lost when the System arrived—but it was still useful for simple stuff like that. Then, he got up, realizing he’d fallen asleep with his clothes on. Wel...
2022-12-03 12:51:00 +0000 UTC
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