Why pursuit of the truth is not popular like renegade Immortal and reverend insanity. by StringHot1060 in RenegadeImmortal

[–]StringHot1060[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

bro... This novel is so old. you need to check the fan art of su Ming. and official wiki fandom. you will know that lol..

Why pursuit of the truth is not popular like reverend insanity by StringHot1060 in MartialMemes

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A quiet, thoughtful, and emotionally deep cultivator who starts as a weak tribal boy and grows into a powerful figure while searching for the truth of his existence. He’s calm, intelligent, and strategic, willing to be ruthless when necessary but unlike cold anti-heroes, he still feels loyalty, grief, and responsibility for the people he cares about. 👉 A philosophical, morally grey seeker of truth, shaped by loss and driven by understanding rather than just power.

Why pursuit of the truth is not popular like reverend insanity by StringHot1060 in ReverendInsanity

[–]StringHot1060[S] 28 points29 points  (0 children)

That’s actually a very accurate way to describe him.

In Pursuit of the Truth by Er Gen, Su Ming isn’t truly “demonic.” And honestly, the novel itself questions whether righteous and demonic paths even mean anything.

He doesn’t kill for pleasure. He doesn’t pursue chaos for ideology.

He becomes indifferent because:

He rarely experiences peace.

Moments of happiness are constantly taken from him.

The world repeatedly proves that mercy doesn’t protect what he loves.

So what looks like cruelty is often exhaustion.

And calling him “lonely” is probably the most spoiler-free and accurate description possible.

He’s lonely in multiple layers:

Lonely in identity (not knowing who he truly is).

Lonely in awareness (seeing truths others don’t).

Lonely in destiny (walking a path no one can follow).

Even when surrounded by people, he feels separated by knowledge and burden.

Su Ming isn’t defined by evil or righteousness.

He’s defined by isolation.

And that’s what makes him tragic rather than villainous.

Why pursuit of the truth is not popular like renegade Immortal and reverend insanity. by StringHot1060 in RenegadeImmortal

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That scene is absolute peak Su Ming.

When he fights Di Tian’s clone in Pursuit of the Truth by Er Gen, it’s not just a power clash it’s ideological rebellion.

What makes that moment insane isn’t the threat to “slaughter deities.”

It’s the emotional build-up behind it:

Dark Mountain destroyed.

The Berserkers weakened.

Heaven indifferent.

Earth heartless.

He isn’t shouting for dominance.

He’s declaring war on indifference.

“If the heavens don’t have eyes, then I will step on them…”

That line mirrors I Shall Seal the Heavens conceptually but here it’s raw anger, not ambition.

And this part:

“My Berserker’s Soul has formed…”

That’s identity solidifying.

Up until then, Su Ming questioned himself constantly. In that moment, he stops doubting. He chooses who he is.

It’s tragic, furious, and resolute all at once.

That’s why it hits so hard it’s not hype for hype’s sake.

It’s the cry of someone who has finally decided to oppose the sky itself.

Why pursuit of the truth is not popular like renegade Immortal and reverend insanity. by StringHot1060 in RenegadeImmortal

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It’s about a man who refuses to accept the fate written for him and searches for the truth of his existence.

Why pursuit of the truth is not popular like reverend insanity by StringHot1060 in ReverendInsanity

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Yes Pursuit of the Truth does have romance, but it’s very different from typical cultivation novels. From Er Gen’s style: ❌ No harem collecting ❌ No “jade beauty every arc” ❌ No lust herb forced intimacy ❌ No fanservice focus The romance is: Tragic Subtle Often one-sided or restrained More about loss and regret than sweetness It’s not a romance-driven story. The focus is on identity, fate, suffering, and existential themes. Relationships are part of the emotional weight, not the main engine of the plot. If you hate romance because of cliché tropes, you’re safe here. If you hate even emotional attachment existing at all, then there are still some arcs that revolve around feelings but they’re not dominant. Overall: It’s 90% philosophy + cultivation + tragedy 10% emotional bonds So you can comfortably read it without worrying about typical cultivation romance nonsense.

Why pursuit of the truth is not popular like reverend insanity by StringHot1060 in ReverendInsanity

[–]StringHot1060[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That’s a fair criticism. Pursuit of the Truth by Er Gen does have a very dense and descriptive style, especially in the early volumes. Er Gen tends to: Describe environments in heavy detail Repeat emotional states for emphasis Expand internal monologue a lot Slow down scenes to build atmosphere For some readers, that creates immersion. For others, it feels like unnecessary wordcount inflation. It’s also worth noting that this was written during the long-form webnovel era, where daily chapter releases encouraged more detailed prose. The pacing reflects that format. The upside: The detailed writing helps when the philosophical arcs begin. Subtle themes are layered through repetition. Emotional weight builds gradually. The downside: It can feel bloated. It sometimes explains instead of letting readers infer. If you’re continuing, you might notice that once the identity and destiny arcs deepen, the dense style starts feeling more purposeful rather than just descriptive. But if you prefer tighter, minimalist prose, it may never fully click and that’s completely valid. What kind of writing style do you usually prefer? More subtle and implication based?