First of all, yes, this novel is worth reading—unless you absolutely detest the harem genre. And when I say harem, I mean those scenes that make you feel like you're watching a 2010 ecchi anime.
Realm Walker holds the number two spot on Qidian, ranking right behind Lord of the Mysteries (LOTM) in terms of numbers—a position I consider well-deserved. I say this even though I dropped the web novel multiple times before finally managing to finish it. The reason for my back-and-forth was precisely the harem. In the beginning, the dynamic isn't that annoying: there are plenty of double entendres, and the protagonist, Zhang Yuanqing, playfully flirts with several female characters who are, in fact, quite charismatic. The problem is that a different attractive woman is introduced every few chapters. Over time, the protagonist ends up surrounded by a crowd of women, and I couldn't care less about two-thirds of them.
Honestly, the story would be 300% better without this element. The sexual jokes and the sheer excess of MILFs end up ruining the mood in moments that are supposed to be serious.
On the other hand, the worldbuilding and magic system in Realm Walker are genuinely incredible. Zhang Yuanqing's powers are excellent, and the author is extremely competent at using them creatively, building remarkable arcs and moments.
The ultimate truth is that Realm Walker isn't perfect far from it. The Chinese community, for instance, absolutely hates the final third of the story (though I found it just "okay"). Despite its flaws, it's a book filled with fun moments and creative arcs. If you start reading with no exaggerated expectations and knowing exactly what you're getting into, it becomes a highly enjoyable experience.
First of all, yes, this novel is worth reading—unless you absolutely detest the harem genre. And when I say harem, I mean those scenes that make you feel like you're watching a 2010 ecchi anime.
Realm Walker holds the number two spot on Qidian, ranking right behind Lord of the Mysteries (LOTM) in terms of numbers—a position I consider well-deserved. I say this even though I dropped the web novel multiple times before finally managing to finish it. The reason for my back-and-forth was precisely the harem. In the beginning, the dynamic isn't that annoying: there are plenty of double entendres, and the protagonist, Zhang Yuanqing, playfully flirts with several female characters who are, in fact, quite charismatic. The problem is that a different attractive woman is introduced every few chapters. Over time, the protagonist ends up surrounded by a crowd of women, and I couldn't care less about two-thirds of them.
Honestly, the story would be 300% better without this element. The sexual jokes and the sheer excess of MILFs end up ruining the mood in moments that are supposed to be serious.
On the other hand, the worldbuilding and magic system in Realm Walker are genuinely incredible. Zhang Yuanqing's powers are excellent, and the author is extremely competent at using them creatively, building remarkable arcs and moments.
The ultimate truth is that Realm Walker isn't perfect far from it. The Chinese community, for instance, absolutely hates the final third of the story (though I found it just "okay"). Despite its flaws, it's a book filled with fun moments and creative arcs. If you start reading with no exaggerated expectations and knowing exactly what you're getting into, it becomes a highly enjoyable experience.
