These are game element stories (mostly with level systems) that are either action-packed or great on the power fantasy side of things -- the MCs either begin OP or gradually become OP. You won't find any pushover MCs here, either, or MCs that waste chapter after chapter chasing skirts. Don't judge these by their covers -- some are a lot better than the cover art would lead you to think, like Night Ranger, which I put off reading for a long time. It turned out to have one of the most interesting D&D-like universes I've ever seen.... more>>

There are many other series I enjoy, but as much as I'd like to include them, I'll only put something here if it's REALLY addictive. Too many series start good and then waste their ideas. <<less

Well, since I am a girl who enjoy action genre manga and novel, and very recently quite enjoying isekai type story building. I admit that it's quite hassle to look for new decent series without the overload 'harem fan service'.. ... more>>

Here's a few decently one.. And a few other without harem tag that's also quite good.. Fufu..  <<less

Binge worthy novels that just suck you in. Try at your own risks.... more>>

Random order, don't pay attention to that. <<less

Some novel that managed to keep me re reading more than 2 times and still good.... more>>

To be aware i love grinding and comedy novel so probably isnt really best novel to everyone. <<less

All stuff I've read till the end and ranked by personal preference. The ones at the front are more accurate, the ones at the end are unsorted. ... more>>

My preference: Meandering slow-burn novels like Mao Ni's stuff get extra points. Harem/romance/face-slapping power fantasies get minus points. Completed novels get bonus points, and terrible endings get points knocked off. Also plus points for character building friends/family/enemies and down points for solo yolo.

English ones not included in rankings: Worm, Pact, Mother of Learning, The Perfect Run, Twig, Lightning is the Only Way, Master this Poor Disciple Died Again Today, Unable to Cultivate I can only Raise Soul Pets

MTL-only: Rebirth of the Noble Mage Behind the Scenes <<less