INGODSHANDS

Reincarnated Into a Martial Art World

In a world where strength reigns supreme and the weak are crushed, protagonist finds himself reborn into a land of martial arts, ancient secrets, and deadly rivalries. Unlike most, power isn’t handed to him—he must carve his own path.

Here, progression isn’t about following a set formula. To break through to higher realms, one must research, experiment, and create unique techniques—a journey of self-discovery where only the truly talented rise.

With danger lurking at every turn and powerful enemies standing in his way, our protagonist must sharpen his skills, outthink his rivals, and forge a martial path entirely his own.

This is not a story of instant power. It’s a slow-burn journey of growth, struggle, and mastery.

Witness as our protagonist transcends the limits of martial arts—one battle at a time.

A world of danger. A path of self-discovery. A legend in the making.

I won't be dropping it anytime soon, still have a lot more ideas for this particular novel, I will be needing your support too.

It might be slow at at the beginning the reason is I want you all to get like a basic setting of thing then it will start moving at a normal pace.

THE MARTIAL ASCENT

The moment Master Juro gave the command, the thirty students sprang into action.

The pit below was filled with challenges that tested raw physical strength—massive stone weights that needed to be lifted, thick logs that required teamwork to move, and climbing ropes that stretched high into the air.

Kaidën leaped down, his muscles already aching from yesterday's trials, but he refused to slow down.

As he moved toward a set of heavy stones, he heard a familiar voice beside him.

Kaidën turned to see the grinning boy with messy brown hair from the entrance exams. Sweat dripped from his forehead, but his eyes were still full of energy.

"Figured I'd introduce myself before we collapse from exhaustion. Name's Renji."

Kaidën smirked slightly and grabbed a stone weight. "Kaidën."

Renji grabbed his own stone and let out a loud groan as he tried to lift it. "Ugh—why does this thing feel like it weighs a house?!"

Kaidën chuckled. "Because it probably does."

Renji gave him a sideways look. "Oh, you're one of those guys, huh? The 'mysterious warrior' type?" He struggled but finally lifted the stone to his chest. "Gotta say, you don't talk much, but you handled that illusion test like a pro."

Kaidën shrugged. "Giving up isn't an option."

Renji let out a sharp laugh. "Then we'll get along just fine."

As they continued moving the stones, a third voice interrupted.

"You two are wasting energy talking."

They turned to see the silver-haired girl with emerald eyes from before. Her tone was calm, but there was a sharpness to it. Even though sweat trickled down her face, she moved with precise, calculated movements—like someone trained from birth.

Kaidën met her gaze. "And you are?"

She lifted a wooden log onto her shoulders with relative ease. "Selene Varos."

Renji whistled. "Oh, so you're one of those noble types? Thought you'd be too good to talk to us common folk."

Selene arched a delicate brow. "Strength does not recognize nobility. Only effort."

Kaidën nodded in agreement, earning a glance from Selene.

Renji groaned. "Great. Now there are two of you who are all serious and brooding."

Selene shook her head but didn't argue. Instead, she turned her gaze to the next obstacle—the massive climbing ropes.

"We're falling behind," she noted. "The weak will be punished."

Kaidën and Renji followed her gaze. Some students were already halfway up the ropes, while others struggled just to get their footing.

"Then let's move," Kaidën said simply.

Renji groaned but grinned. "Fine, fine. But if I fall and break my neck, you two owe me dinner."

Selene rolled her eyes. "Just don't fall."

Together, they sprinted toward the ropes.

CHAPTER TEN