Starbreaker
The story is set half a year after a global catastrophe that plunged Earth into a desolate, post-apocalyptic state. The land is scarred with fissures, and a perpetual black haze covers the sky. Humanity struggles to survive, moving in large, desperate convoys.
Amidst this chaos, mutated creatures have emerged, alongside two new types of humans: Zombies, mindless beings that devour anything living, and Evolved Humans, who have gained enhanced physical abilities and can grow stronger by consuming crystals found in mutated creatures. Lu Yin is one such Evolved Human, designated as "one-zero-three."
The first chapter introduces Lu Yin as he guards a convoy of survivors. He's skilled and ruthless, dispatching a mutated dog with ease but noting the wear on his makeshift weapon. The survivors rely on fire to keep mutated beasts at bay during the night, as travel in the dark is deadly.
Lu Yin, despite his strength, carries a deep personal burden. He recalls a traumatic event where half his body was burned during a city's destruction, witnessing the "condescending eyes and dazzling golden light" of a powerful figure named Liu Shaoge, also known as the Light Saint, one of the "Seven Saints" – the most powerful Sky-level Evolved Humans. Lu Yin harbors a strong desire for revenge against him.
The chapter also highlights the moral decay in the new world. Lu Yin observes sexual assault occurring within the convoy, initially choosing to ignore it as a "normal" consequence of the apocalypse. However, he intervenes when a specific group of evolved humans crosses his line, forcefully warning them off and asserting his dominance. He later receives a cryptic warning about a plot against him from another evolved human.
The journey to Jinling, a large survivor base ruled by the Figure Saint Zhou Shan, is fraught with danger. The convoy faces a terrifying Earth-level mutated vine that massacres many, forcing the entire group to flee. Relief comes only with news that a Saint, Zhou Shan, will personally come to their aid, signaling the immense reverence and hope placed in these top-tier powerhouses by the survivors.
The chapter sets up a bleak world where survival is a daily struggle, humanity's darkness is laid bare, and powerful individuals, both heroic and villainous, shape the new order. Lu Yin stands out as a formidable, yet deeply scarred, individual with a clear personal vendetta.
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“Starbreaker” là một tác phẩm hậu tận thế – tu luyện – khoa học viễn tưởng đầy tham vọng, nơi hành trình sinh tồn dần hé lộ chân tướng của vũ trụ. Nhân vật chính Lục Ẩn không phải anh hùng, mà là kẻ bước đi giữa ánh sáng và bóng tối, mang theo ký ức không thuộc về mình và sức mạnh vượt ngoài hiểu biết con người. Văn phong chặt chẽ, bối cảnh tầng tầng lớp lớp, ý tưởng truyền thừa Tinh Không mới lạ — tất cả hòa quyện thành một bản sử thi đen tối nhưng cuốn hút, dành cho những ai yêu thích chiều sâu và bí ẩn.
Good reading, it's a mix between modern and traditional martial art. Even though the cultivation level is always vague that doesn't discount the fun of MC beating his opponent. The writing style is also fresh, young and dynamic. But what's more important is the enigma within MC, we don't know the history - we don't know the story - and yet author ruthlessly ignore the need for explanation. That's the style we want. also the characters beside MC is also rich, totally involving many variation that's really makes me engaged. Believe me I'm an avid reader of xianxia/wuxia novel and this novel actually satisfying to read.
truyện rất hay, dàn nhân vật được xây hoàn hoaor, cốt truyện chiều sâu, xứng đáng 5 sao!
This novel rewards patience. Early chapters lay the groundwork for events hundreds of chapters later. Characters reappear when you least expect them, and no detail is ever truly wasted. It’s not just a story — it’s a carefully constructed puzzle.
This is not a story for those seeking instant gratification. It builds slowly, layer by layer, revealing a universe both oppressive and awe-inspiring. The protagonist navigates it with cunning, patience, and quiet ambition. What starts as survival becomes destiny — and every step forward leaves a mark.
A hidden gem among Chinese web novels — this story blends political intrigue, cosmic mysteries, and a protagonist who rises not just with power, but with strategy and restraint. The pacing is deliberate, the world vast and filled with secrets, and every side character feels like a real person with their own weight. It’s not about flashy fights — it’s about quiet dominance and long-term vision. Deeply rewarding for patient readers.