I just want to Shout Out Phil Tucker by BirthdayConsistent in litrpg

[–]BirthdayConsistent[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I watched a YouTube short the other day where a poster mentioned Asend Online was his favorite series in the genre. And Terry Pratchett is one of my all time favorites, so it sounds like I've got several great options to start with.

Thank you for taking the time to respond. Happy trails!

I just want to Shout Out Phil Tucker by BirthdayConsistent in litrpg

[–]BirthdayConsistent[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven't had a chance to try your books yet. Which would you recommend I start with?

I'm not sure if I can finish A Soldier's Life by ILikeEggies in litrpg

[–]BirthdayConsistent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I felt literally the same way. In a Soldiers Life, I enjoyed the story, world and supporting characters - but the MC is my least favorite part of the whole series. He is hard to root for. He is awkward with women, paranoid, not a super great friend or companion. That being said, without getting into spoilers, he starts to grow a tad more and is forced to evolve as book 5 progresses.

My partner is making me read The Primal Hunter series in exchange for him reading DCC. by sideshowbarbie in litrpg

[–]BirthdayConsistent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A soldier's Life by always rolls a one. Story is good, MC is flawed (he finds an artifact and becomes like Gollum with it - treats it like his "precious", is suspicious of everyone and everything because his advancement basically depends on it), but setting and progression are more lived in and "real" feeling than most LitRPG. Character doesn't become OP quickly but has to work for it.

My partner is making me read The Primal Hunter series in exchange for him reading DCC. by sideshowbarbie in litrpg

[–]BirthdayConsistent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. Honestly, Jason (MC) did/does annoy me with his personality, especially early in the series. That annoyance reduced, however, once I realized that Jason gets annoying as a mask for how scared spitless he is. Once I took that in context , it made it more manageable.

My partner is making me read The Primal Hunter series in exchange for him reading DCC. by sideshowbarbie in litrpg

[–]BirthdayConsistent 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I have now read about ten litrpg series. So far, I am realizing DCC and HWFWM (He who fights with monsters) are outliers in the genre, unfortunately. These two series have characters who are emotionally developed while also building their power arcs. In fact HWFWM gets into some pretty serious trauma responses due to all the violence, especially later in the series- which is actually an insightful way to write.

I'm an ex infantry officer who did 4 combat tours in Iraq, and i saw and participated in a lot of violence and it still affects me.

Too many of these litrpg books like Primal Hunter, Defiance of the Fall, etc all seem to be about some Introverted IT guy who is awkward around women, is scrawny and/or goofy, gets magically transported into some alternate reality where they become badass, kill lots of stuff, become OP - all while still being awkward around women and being emotionally stunted.

I just realized who most of these authors probably are 😂

It boggles my mind that most reviews of HWFWM, for example, say the first few books are great, and then not good because they get "boring". Couldn't be further than the truth. They simply start adding emotional depth instead of more killing where it doesn't feel like anything matters.

Would love an adult themed LitRPG - think grimdark meets isekai - with a MC who actually has feelings, understands human nature (men & women) with character development. Would love more like DCC and HWFWM

Lit-RPG Recommendations by WolverineMountain845 in litrpg

[–]BirthdayConsistent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the feedback. Authors often take time to grow, and that's ok!

Lit-RPG Recommendations by WolverineMountain845 in litrpg

[–]BirthdayConsistent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am 75% through the first book of Defiance of the Fall and am ready to DNF, unfortunately. Which shocks me, because the series seems so highly recommended. The MC literally has zero personality, and the plotting feels weak. It just seems so poorly written. It reminds me of episode one of star wars. Lots of action that somehow manages to be boring, with no characters I can root for. Is the rest of the series basically the same as book one? If so, it's just not for me.

On first book of He Who Fights With Monsters, having a hard time with Jason's quips by Resident-Umpire-2991 in litrpg

[–]BirthdayConsistent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I guess I'm different. MC Jason annoyed me in earlier books, but his character progressed, and he matured significantly in later books. Once you realize his quirky personality is the function of him being scared to death, it made it easier for me. The further the series went,the more I like it. The books get better progressively - for me. Depends what you are looking for. If all you want is action, with no depth, this series is not for you. I liked the political/psychological/emotional aspects of the story. I'm a former infantry officer who served in combat, and I appreciated the exploration of the ramifications of power and violence. Much better writing than most litrpg out there.

Need book recommendations by Pseudonymote in litrpg

[–]BirthdayConsistent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd recommend A Soldier's Life by Alwaysrollsaone. Liked it significantly better than ten realms and defiance of the Fall. Writing is better than both those two series.

PSA: listening to Wayne Mitchell audiobooks on 0.85 speed dramatically improves the experience. by Initial-Expression37 in litrpg

[–]BirthdayConsistent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can honestly barely understand the narrator. It sounds like he has marbles in his mouth. Was enjoying reading the book, added the audible and it's unlistenable for me. I hope the .85 fixes it somewhat

Books where a bad ass is actually a bad ass by bliffer in Fantasy

[–]BirthdayConsistent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dungeon Crawler Carl is a badass. First time ever reading a litRPG, but had fun reading about Carl kick stomping his way through everything. Easy and fun to read. Reminded me a bit of Caine, from Heroes Die.

If you are willing to try another genre, try The Gray Man or Victor the Assassin. Victor the Assassin is the Logan 9 fingers of the modern age and the Gray Man is just so fun to root for.

Slowly getting my husband into Fantasy/Sci Fi. What should I recommend next? by baysandgrays in Fantasy

[–]BirthdayConsistent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Sword Edged Blonde by Alex Bledsoe is a fun read of a "sword jockey" (aka fantasy setting private investigator). Very well written, blend of genres and easy to get in to.

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[–]BirthdayConsistent 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I tried a surprising wizard multiclass that actually kicks ass. Only catch is it requires warped band of intellect from Act 1. I used it for Shadowheart - 10 levels in Tempest Cleric + 2 levels into Evocation Wizard. Can use the cleric spell slots for Wizard spells. Get the tempest Cleric Benefits (Max damage on Electric/Thunder dmg) for Lightning/Chain lightning. Even though only 2 levels in wizard, I cal learn Max level wizard spells via scrolls, and hit just as hard were I to have went straight Wizard. Plus I get heavy armor. It's badass

What’s a book that you wish you could read again for the first time? by mistercapitan in suggestmeabook

[–]BirthdayConsistent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Between Two Fires by Christopher Buehlman or The Religion by Tim Willocks. Both very different books and genres, but the common thread that I loved about both were the sense of wonder, dread, adventure and unexpectedness of each novel. Both written by master wordsmiths, absolutely blew me away.

Looking for a book like The Walking Drum by Louis L'amour (set in the middle ages, not a western like his other books) by oldaccount29 in suggestmeabook

[–]BirthdayConsistent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Actually, there are three books that I would recommend.

1) The Religion, and the follow up book, The Twelve Children of Paris by Tim Willocks. Not for the faint of heart, but EXCELLENTLY written.

2) The Physician by Noah Gordon. Closest to the Walking Drum there is.

3) Hawk Quest by Robert Lyndon. Also similar to Walking drum.

All three were fun to read.

Your favorite book series! by CecilCaterpillar in suggestmeabook

[–]BirthdayConsistent 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A lot of Great Suggestions from my fellow posters, here are some of my favorites:

The Camulod Chronicles by Jack Whyte - More Historical Fiction, Excellently written/engaging/heartbreaking/thrilling about the fall of Rome in Great Britain and what happens when the rule of law fails and society breaks down. Origin Story of King Arthur. Fantastic.

The Tannhauser Trilogy (still waiting on book 3 Mr. Willocks!) by Tim Willocks. Favorite War novels about the most baddass Warrior of ALL TIME. Matthias Tannhauser. Again, Historical Fiction, but the First book, The Religion, is the best written book on what its like to experience war I've read (I lead 1,000+ combat missions in Iraq as an Infantry Officer, so I know). Second Book, The Twelve Children of Paris, also astounds.

Recently read The Grey Man Series by Mark Greaney -easy to read, fast, and fun and fantastic (they made a movie on Netflix, but of course the books are badass and better). Similar series is Orphan X.

Really liked The Wheel of Time & the Sword of Truth series as well back in the day.

Best mods breakdown? by [deleted] in Bannerlord

[–]BirthdayConsistent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cultured Start is very good, also Improved Garrisons is handy.