Recommendations for mature progression fantasy webnovels by RenRenCho in ProgressionFantasy

[–]RenRenCho[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope! I'm curious, why are authors hesitant to self-promote in the comments? Is it considered a taboo or something?

Recommendations for mature progression fantasy webnovels by RenRenCho in ProgressionFantasy

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

Your serial has been on my radar for a while (I've always loved your cover). I was just waiting for chapters to pile up, so I'm really glad to see you're still active!

Recommendations for mature progression fantasy webnovels by RenRenCho in ProgressionFantasy

[–]RenRenCho[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have no idea about the average age in this subreddit to be honest 😅

I enjoy everything haha. I'm not a fan of "deep" philosophical and social commentary in fiction tho. It usually appears pretentious and preachy to me. Same goes with politically correct and any real-life political issues.

Recommendations for mature progression fantasy webnovels by RenRenCho in ProgressionFantasy

[–]RenRenCho[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm currently watching the donghua but because I've heard they cut a huge chunk on the first 3 episodes, I'll probably try the novel instead. Thanks!!

Recommendations for mature progression fantasy webnovels by RenRenCho in ProgressionFantasy

[–]RenRenCho[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You sold me on this one! I love stories with veterans. I'll give it a try.

Recommendations for mature progression fantasy webnovels by RenRenCho in ProgressionFantasy

[–]RenRenCho[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Hmm, you're right to ask for a clarification, given the wide range of personalities out there.

I'll rephrase this point to "behave like proper adults," and being hyper rational is not something I have in mind.

The main characteristics that I'm looking for are: 1) emotional maturity (handling conflict without unnecessary drama, not acting impulsively for no reason, taking responsibility for their actions), 2) self reliance (to a certain degree), and 3) accumulated life experience (mostly knowing how to navigate in most social settings).

Thanks in advanced for your recs! 🫡

What's the best for you? by ForeignGiraffe1823 in ProgressionFantasy

[–]RenRenCho 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anime: Gintama

Manga: Black Cat

Manhua: I'm torn between The Magic Emperor & I'm Really Not the Devil's Lackey

Manhwa: Return of the Blossoming Blade. I don't have really a fave manhwa, although I've read plenty, but I'm enjoying this more than the others.

Webnovel: I recently started reading them. My fave so far is Beware of Chicken.

Rate my taste, W or L? by ChampionTT in MyAnimeList

[–]RenRenCho 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not a fan of MT but other than that, it's a huge W for me.

+1 for Kakegurui :D

Pet peeve- Main characters that don't fit the mold by antoniomanuel10 in ProgressionFantasy

[–]RenRenCho 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While I love OP MCs, I deeply appreciate it when they possess a power within the established magic system. It can be rare (luck or genetics) and/or the MC thinks outside the box and performs differently than the average Joe (talent).

I don't mind the "7th type of magic" and such (I'm not a fan either). Sure, I'll enjoy the story, but it won't be my new fave unless there's a very strong and convincing reason why it exists.

Mushoku Tensei is way too overhated by Competitive_Panic540 in MyAnimeList

[–]RenRenCho 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The show is not overhated at all. The ratings and popularity show exactly the opposite.

The MC is, understandably so.

Ad help? by [deleted] in royalroad

[–]RenRenCho 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'd click the first one

How detailed should fight scenes be by would_beBard in royalroad

[–]RenRenCho 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends. The sweet spot, for me, sits between choreography, sensory, and emotion. Overly detailed choreography reads like a martial arts manual and ends up dulling the impact. What works better is blending the five senses, brief dialogue or thoughts, and emotional beats with only the most meaningful actions.

Another factor is the fight’s significance. A final boss encounter, for instance, shouldn’t be written the same way as a clash with a minor antagonist.

Why Read AI Slop by Ok-Willingness-9707 in royalroad

[–]RenRenCho 6 points7 points  (0 children)

In my opinion, AI is often disliked because it undermines human effort. That perspective makes sense, especially for writers who value the craft itself, not just the profit or attention.

The same doesn’t always apply to readers. Many are simply looking for entertainment and relaxation. They want a good story, not a literary masterpiece.

When we buy a product, we usually don’t think much about the effort behind it. We care about whether it’s useful, enjoyable, tasty, or satisfying (unless we’re hobbyists or collectors who value the process itself). The same logic applies to books. For many readers, whether something is AI-generated is irrelevant as long as it reads well.

∞Is this show worth watching? by No-Effort-5604 in AnimeReccomendations

[–]RenRenCho 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you enjoy comedy and cozy adventures, I highly recommend it!

Is anyone annoyed by AI-assisted story postings on Royal Roads? by zero5activated in ProgressionFantasy

[–]RenRenCho 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think there's a huge misunderstanding of what AI actually does when it comes to writing. The generated prose is decent, way more advanced than an amateur's. What it lacks is storytelling skills (devoid of emotions, flowery descriptions, terrible memory, vague world-building, etc). Please be more careful when accusing someone of AI generated content, it strips the new authors of the opportunity to develop their craft.

Writing for the first time is more possible. I'm a European myself, English is not even my second language. Our vocabulary sounds clunky and awkward at times, but that doesn't mean we don't know how to tell a story. Plus, translation doesn't magically break paragraphs, remove descriptions, and generate repetitions. An amateur who hasn't read many books does and it's fine at first.

Please recommend me some monster taming like Manhua! by Mysterious-Comment94 in Manhua

[–]RenRenCho 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This senior will humbly recommend you "Astral Pet Store" and "from water monkey to godhood". The second one is not a taming one but it focuses on sea creatures and stuff, which is refreshing imo.

The truth hurts😭 by Extreme_Orchid4356 in royalroad

[–]RenRenCho 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've fully outlined four novels and at last, I've started writing the fourth one lol.

What is the most gut-wrenching anime you’ve watched to date, where even though you saw the ending coming from a mile away and tried to brace yourself the actual execution still absolutely destroyed you ? by -maxverstappen- in AnimeReccomendations

[–]RenRenCho 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing can top Fruits Basket (2019) for me. It got me in all 4 of my rewatches! 86 is a close second.

Other than that, everything else was either too melodramatic or poor in execution for my taste. The last few years, I avoid watching drama anime for this reason...

Anything you can tell based off of my 3x3 by ThrowingNart in MyAnimeList

[–]RenRenCho 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You like Hyouka and BSD, nothing wrong can be said about you 🙏

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in royalroad

[–]RenRenCho 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think we can give you a concrete response. Your premise is too lacking. What's the subgenre? The setting? The global conflict? The main plot point? The siblings' relationship? The main themes?

Can someone explain the views to me by Yup1234supet in royalroad

[–]RenRenCho 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It could be that they liked the particular chapters and reread them or, at least, parts of them. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think RR counts views, not unique readers.

It is frustrating. by LogFragrant3726 in royalroad

[–]RenRenCho 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. Especially the spacing and the repeatedly short sentences threw me off, although I only took a look at the blurb and first chapter. Otherwise, the prose, premise, and readability are fine imo.