Novels with Badass٫cold female protagonist from really good to readable quality ... more>>

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Rankings are totally random. It's gonna be updated. It's still a new list so bear with me. Min +500 chapters translated (although there will be... more>> rare cases of some novels having a little bit less chapters). I've been reading Chinese/Korean novels for 7+ years. If you don't see the chapters don't worry, novelupdates... they don't upload unofficial translations. Use novelfull or noveltop for reading, they're anti "webnovel" web sites, or other similar websites.
"Preferably" Chaotic Neutral and Lawful Evil MCs. Male MC only. Hate IET novels except for the Stellar Transformations as it was my first novel. Hate cheap faceslapping and arrogant youngmasters. This is a forbidden territory for The Desolate Era lovers.. go away. Chinese & Korean novels only. As everyone knows, there are two different perspectives for a novel review. The true, detailed analysis and the one that is based on personal opinion. The novels on this list, are all selected after detailed analyses, not personal opinion. They all (seriously) are quality works but you might not like them. It depends on your taste. Nothing is perfect. <<less

both general audience and rated works

BG novels I have on my lists. ... more>>

Mostly consists of FMCs but here and there, there might be MMCs. 

Note: When I have finished a novel or I have time, I will update certain novels with a description.  <<less

these shits are what i read and i'll update it thoroughly. i have work and friend to socialize that's why i read it at leasure... more>> time. not expert but this is what im into. i already 4 years on this website (since my college day) but this is my first time making my list. some classic included, i'll put what i discover first (or i still read it as my bookmarks) then classic novel (which i dropped it as i completed it or just forget the last chapter i read it) at last sorting. <<less

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Hello! I really love reading online novels especially when the genre is YAOI ofc and i will keep adding to update you guys some amazing... more>> novels to read :) <<less

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Here is the best novels i've read Trust me!!

A list of the novels that in my opinion have the best female protagonists!... more>>

I didn't make it to be a Rank of the best to worst. All stories and characters of this list are amaizing in them on way. 

... Sorry for grammar mistakes, English is not my first language. <<less

Super cool list. 

My list of re-read favs in no particular order; most have been re-read at least once, with few exceptions. All romance. All with female protagonists.... more>>

 I tried adding protag-relevant CWs in the description, but I might have missed some. If I can figure out the sorting system, I'll sort them in a last (re)read order.

WARNING: THERE IS SMUT <<less

I put all the novels that I really enjoyed a lot that I'm willing to give up my sleeping time just for them Lol... more>>

Hey if u have any recommendations similar with the novels in the list don't be shy to comment :> <<less

calm your concerns and ease your anticipation for a new chapter, in this list, there will only be completed yuri stories!

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Some bangers I personally liked a lot. Pretty random ones but this is just a broad list for recommendations!

Enter a realm where darkness reigns supreme and malevolent protagonists cast their chilling shadows across the pages of our curated collection. Each book unveils characters of sinister allure, driven by ruthless ambition to achieve their goals by any means necessary. These tales entwine readers in a web of intrigue and suspense, blurring the lines between heroism and villainy. Prepare to be captivated by the enigmatic charm of these nefarious figures as you embark on a literary odyssey into the heart of darkness itself, where morality fades and the allure of evil beckons.
Other Novels not in NovelUpdate : ... more>>

Naruto: The Lost Thousand Names

Extreme Fist Tyrant

God-level high-player

Apocalyptic Abyss Summoner

Lord God Hunter

Soul-Eating Guixuanlu

Zhutian Xianwu (Heavenly Martial Arts)

Who made your ability to use it like this?

Paradise of Reincarnation: Vests everywhere

Cultivation of immortality steadily, the entire world of immortality is my home

Chapter of the olden days (best one for me), synopsis: I exist in darkness, disappear into the light, and will eventually devour the great sun and become the shadow of all things......Known as the unspeakable Black Terror, the Lord of Shadows, the Dark Sun, and the shadow of the world.

Disaster Frontier

The Troll Comes to the World

The Immortal Picking Order

The Wizard's Journey

The Infinite Evolution of the Giant Snake

Lord of the Silver Crows (Lord Of The Mysteries type novel) <<less

Female leads with connections, genius, hardworking, smart, intelligent, strong and cunning.... more>>

Plus the reliable ML <<less

For recommending female protagonists that don't immediately lower their IQ and EQ when a (ML) man enters the picture. Strong is also used somewhat lightly. This recommendation list will be more geared towards female leads who's actions/words are pivotal in the story. Due to the landscape of light novels with female protagonists, this list will not be completely romance free, but stories recommended will either be slow romance or the story itself will not pivot around the male lead's actions/story.... more>>

Order added as I recall them. Some I haven't read in a while so my thoughts aren't necessarily accurate. If you have a recommendation, please leave a comment of what I should try out! <<less

BL novel where I am in love with the protagonists. ... more>>

Few traits of MC that I really like are listed as tags. Though I don’t like stereotype where the MC is an idiot or dense throughout the entire novel and mostly I am into cunning & clever protagonist. 

P.S this is my personal preference!  <<less

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They can be either cool, charming, cold, confident, seductive, adorable or precious cinnamon rolls but they are for sure all charismatic.... more>>

CN novels

KR novels

JP novels

In that order. <<less

Murim-related novels with a cold, smart MC and interesting side characters. And a deep plot.

completed > in progress (highest to lowest ratings) | with synopsis

Do you know how good-looking you are? Walking around like this, no wonder you got mugged. If you encounter me, I'd rob you of your heart.... more>>

Tired of overbearing CEOs? Why not try reading FLs chasing their male god? Here are some novels with the FLs making the first move or shamelessly forcing their way in.

Female leads chasing after the MLs are actually refreshing to read. In C Novel world full of black bellied CEOs or professionls with cold/withdrawn personalities, it's actually hilarious to watch how their reasons crumble, routines getting disrupted, and time getting wasted by this bright-as-the-sun lady.

Please follow the list if you have the same weird taste and do tell if you have other recommendations.

***Sorry. I'm boring so NO Yaoi, Yuri nor harem. 

Recommended novels not linked to NU. Most are less than 100 chapters including extras.. (titles and synopsis in the comment section, mtl'ed but decipherable) <<less