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Draconic Ascension: A LitRPG Adventure
An action-packed LitRPG Apocalypse perfect for fans of The Primal Hunter, 1% Lifesteal, and Hell Difficulty Tutorial.
Unlock his Bloodline. Survive the System. Master the New World.
All Michael can do is watch as a System descends upon Earth, sending the first wave of living beings to a deadly Tutorial Zone where survival seems impossible.
Facing an inhospitable landscape filled with monstrous enemies, Michael must adapt quickly if he hopes to make it through. All while trying to find and protect his Mom.
Beyond that, he must grapple with one more important fact thrown at him.
The key to surviving the new world is in his blood.
[Single drop of a different bloodline identified.]
[Race changed from Human (F) to Unawakened Human (F).]
Follow Michael as he unravels the mysteries of his bloodline in this action-packed LitRPG Apocalypse perfect for fans of The Primal Hunter, 1% Lifesteal, and Hell Difficulty Tutorial!
Unlock his Bloodline. Survive the System. Master the New World.
All Michael can do is watch as a System descends upon Earth, sending the first wave of living beings to a deadly Tutorial Zone where survival seems impossible.
Facing an inhospitable landscape filled with monstrous enemies, Michael must adapt quickly if he hopes to make it through. All while trying to find and protect his Mom.
Beyond that, he must grapple with one more important fact thrown at him.
The key to surviving the new world is in his blood.
[Single drop of a different bloodline identified.]
[Race changed from Human (F) to Unawakened Human (F).]
Follow Michael as he unravels the mysteries of his bloodline in this action-packed LitRPG Apocalypse perfect for fans of The Primal Hunter, 1% Lifesteal, and Hell Difficulty Tutorial!
- GenresFantasy
644 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 3, 2026
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March 2, 2026
This book is incredibly irritating. The setting doesn't match the main character, the world has changed, everyone's been thrown into the tutorial, the first thing the system tells you is that killing humans gives XP, there are literal wars between settlements, and the protagonist is too much of a bitch to kill people trying to kill him. After several chances, he finally kills some guys, only to start the damn moral dilemma of "Oh my God, I killed someone, I can't do it again, it's wrong, it's against my humanity." Basically, what a child would think about psychology. Nothing more, nothing less. There's no species on Earth that kills more than humans; we kill our own kind daily, but killing trash that's trying to kill everyone around is "against your humanity." After that, the story only gets more idiotic, his friends are kidnapped and he finds them, as well as the kidnapper. He could kill the guy and end it all right there, but... he's too cowardly to do that. So he decides to win the war, keeps capturing the flag, but since he doesn't kill the other side, they keep regaining control, as he only pokes them and walks away. Then he starts using the "talk no jutsu" with the guys trying to kill him, because, wow, killing is wrong, you can't do that, be a better person, blah blah blah... All this in a scenario similar to Primal Hunter, where to obtain power you need to kill. The protagonist is a draconic human who acts like a 12-year-old child who can't handle reality, even though his draconic heritage supposedly changed his brain him. Want to know what the story is about? Take Primal Hunter and think about what would happen if that protagonist were a coward, too scared to kill someone, even if they tried to kill him. It's almost ridiculous that the synopsis compares this story to Primal Hunter and Hell Difficulty Tutorial, this is just the "white knight" version of those stories.
February 15, 2026
Plot: Apocalyptic LitRPG - Earth has been brought into the system and those survivors are placed in a "tutorial" realm. But most are finding themselves being attached without much "tutoring." Groups are made, villages are settled, villains and heroes start to arise but then the Territory wars start and everything is about to change.
Characters: Our main protagonist is Michael, but we get to see other POV throughout the book. Michael is the focus of this book, and his character is the most fleshed out in my opinion. That being said, there was glimpses into other characters and I felt they were written well and I was able to feel connected to most of the characters through this book.
Writing: A few typos in the Kindle version I read, whether this is formatting or because I was reading on the cloud reader I am not. Anyway, those little errors never got in the way of my enjoyment of this book. The pace was fast during the action and slowed in the more emotional times. The author never seems to fall into the "STAT" hole which can slow down some books in this genre.
Overall: Definitely a B+/A- book. No, it didn't recreate many tropes or being anything super new in this genre, but the characters were both likeable and hated equally as their character arc determined. I enjoyed reading this book and I look forward to book #2 coming later this year.
Characters: Our main protagonist is Michael, but we get to see other POV throughout the book. Michael is the focus of this book, and his character is the most fleshed out in my opinion. That being said, there was glimpses into other characters and I felt they were written well and I was able to feel connected to most of the characters through this book.
Writing: A few typos in the Kindle version I read, whether this is formatting or because I was reading on the cloud reader I am not. Anyway, those little errors never got in the way of my enjoyment of this book. The pace was fast during the action and slowed in the more emotional times. The author never seems to fall into the "STAT" hole which can slow down some books in this genre.
Overall: Definitely a B+/A- book. No, it didn't recreate many tropes or being anything super new in this genre, but the characters were both likeable and hated equally as their character arc determined. I enjoyed reading this book and I look forward to book #2 coming later this year.
March 4, 2026
Having a hard time following
I’m trying really hard to understand some of the logic of the main character here. But some of it just doesn’t make sense.
Like getting attacked while casting mana sphere and switching to mana shield instead. And then giving up on mana shield to get mauled and cast mana sphere anyway. A few chapters later it even says that mana sphere is his fastest casting spell. So he would waste all that time starting to cast mana sphere before stopping partway through to cast a shield instead that did nothing.
And then repeating that again.
And the level gap between him and the mushrooms was the same as the earlier mobs.. but for some reason he can’t see their levels and the level gap at the higher levels is a big difference? I would think that the gap from 5-10 would be worse than 15-19. But 15-19 is dramatically worse.
And then he has so many more advantages over other humans. Literally something like, 5x the skills and stats. Yet he still struggles with these mobs while other people are passing him in levels and not having an issue.
It could be that I’m just not following along well. I’ll give this another try later on.
I’m trying really hard to understand some of the logic of the main character here. But some of it just doesn’t make sense.
Like getting attacked while casting mana sphere and switching to mana shield instead. And then giving up on mana shield to get mauled and cast mana sphere anyway. A few chapters later it even says that mana sphere is his fastest casting spell. So he would waste all that time starting to cast mana sphere before stopping partway through to cast a shield instead that did nothing.
And then repeating that again.
And the level gap between him and the mushrooms was the same as the earlier mobs.. but for some reason he can’t see their levels and the level gap at the higher levels is a big difference? I would think that the gap from 5-10 would be worse than 15-19. But 15-19 is dramatically worse.
And then he has so many more advantages over other humans. Literally something like, 5x the skills and stats. Yet he still struggles with these mobs while other people are passing him in levels and not having an issue.
It could be that I’m just not following along well. I’ll give this another try later on.
March 19, 2026
The story is not bad at all, no new tropes or anything different but what a wishy-washy character
The story is not bad at all like I said nothing new but as a reader, I would like to character to be more decisive than he is. Side characters are very weak except for Elizabeth. I’m wondering as I’m reading this book. Is this kind of a romance between MC and james? Psych character Elizabeth made more sense than James did as well as more sense in the main character did. When you read about the MC you were on an emotional seesaw. Should I, shouldn’t I, should I, shouldn’t I. I, he needs to get his act together and become more decisive. Sakes this is a RPG book. He’s going to have to kill humans as well as monsters. That’s just the fact, when in Rome. I would have given this book 5 stars if the MC was more assertive and competent. But he’s just another frat boy who knows nothing about life. I hope he grows up in the next book which I will read.
The story is not bad at all like I said nothing new but as a reader, I would like to character to be more decisive than he is. Side characters are very weak except for Elizabeth. I’m wondering as I’m reading this book. Is this kind of a romance between MC and james? Psych character Elizabeth made more sense than James did as well as more sense in the main character did. When you read about the MC you were on an emotional seesaw. Should I, shouldn’t I, should I, shouldn’t I. I, he needs to get his act together and become more decisive. Sakes this is a RPG book. He’s going to have to kill humans as well as monsters. That’s just the fact, when in Rome. I would have given this book 5 stars if the MC was more assertive and competent. But he’s just another frat boy who knows nothing about life. I hope he grows up in the next book which I will read.
February 18, 2026
What I liked:
The combat and power progression in this book are especially fantastic and gripping. The system is detailed without being too convoluted, with Michael’s powerups feeling earned after he struggled through so many difficult fights. As is common with LitRPGs, the plotting is great and I often felt like I couldn’t put it down. I liked the protagonist’s connection to the lore of the world and can’t wait to see it expanded upon in later books.
What could have been better:
There were quite a few grammar errors. The second half of the book was not as exciting as the first, e.g. the Territory Wars weren’t as action-filled as I would have hoped.
Highlights:
-When Michael first awakened his bloodline
-Every time the Dragons and Gods of War appeared
-The mushroom dungeon
Did I enjoy it?: Yes!
Was it a good book?: Yes!
Would I recommend it?: Yes!
Other notes: N/A
The combat and power progression in this book are especially fantastic and gripping. The system is detailed without being too convoluted, with Michael’s powerups feeling earned after he struggled through so many difficult fights. As is common with LitRPGs, the plotting is great and I often felt like I couldn’t put it down. I liked the protagonist’s connection to the lore of the world and can’t wait to see it expanded upon in later books.
What could have been better:
There were quite a few grammar errors. The second half of the book was not as exciting as the first, e.g. the Territory Wars weren’t as action-filled as I would have hoped.
Highlights:
-When Michael first awakened his bloodline
-Every time the Dragons and Gods of War appeared
-The mushroom dungeon
Did I enjoy it?: Yes!
Was it a good book?: Yes!
Would I recommend it?: Yes!
Other notes: N/A
February 15, 2026
I enjoyed the non-isolated transition into the game world, it created a tension that carried through the book even if I did not enjoy the mother's persona. The main character is lacking in personality as well. That is my main critique here- the characters are not unique and my investment in them is low.
The stat point dumps and their effect acting as supplementary was more appropriate than in other books. The spell system is okay- the largest problem being the author's syntax decisions cause battle scenes to blur. The Blessing system and larger universe connection is good and leaves a promise for unique power scaling. The Tutorial zone village, "NPC", race, and mission system is good; it removes a lot of early book 1 series drag.
The stat point dumps and their effect acting as supplementary was more appropriate than in other books. The spell system is okay- the largest problem being the author's syntax decisions cause battle scenes to blur. The Blessing system and larger universe connection is good and leaves a promise for unique power scaling. The Tutorial zone village, "NPC", race, and mission system is good; it removes a lot of early book 1 series drag.
March 5, 2026
surprisingly good
I went into this expecting nothing special. And while a large portion of this was concepts I’ve seen before it’s nice that there a clear progression path shown from start to finish of Michael’s potential journey. That the power scales go from needing a wand to make a tiny sphere that can barely hurt trees to beings that can destroy planets. And that the mc can potentially reach those heights. The main concern I have is about Michael’s dragon progression. Is he gonna be a human that just has some dragon traits? Or will he become a dragon as time goes on? I just hope that if he gets a transformation ability it isn’t some super limited temporary transformation with a backlash. That would suck. But for a first entry I thoroughly enjoyed it. Worth the read
I went into this expecting nothing special. And while a large portion of this was concepts I’ve seen before it’s nice that there a clear progression path shown from start to finish of Michael’s potential journey. That the power scales go from needing a wand to make a tiny sphere that can barely hurt trees to beings that can destroy planets. And that the mc can potentially reach those heights. The main concern I have is about Michael’s dragon progression. Is he gonna be a human that just has some dragon traits? Or will he become a dragon as time goes on? I just hope that if he gets a transformation ability it isn’t some super limited temporary transformation with a backlash. That would suck. But for a first entry I thoroughly enjoyed it. Worth the read
March 21, 2026
Very poorly written
I made it about 10% of the way through before throwing the towel there's just way too many inconsistencies in poor writing. It's a fairly typical system arrives story with no real creativity. Most of the system is glossed over seemingly so the author can add or modify it as they go. Leveling up at least at 10% doesn't really seem to do anything there's no discussion of stat growth there is occasionally skill options. It's got the bare bones of maybe something that's possible but it's just really poorly written... Just an example off the top of my head the author tells us that a mole that's around the size of a dog should be stronger than a lion because it's a big mole... Just very typical of how the entire story is written.
I made it about 10% of the way through before throwing the towel there's just way too many inconsistencies in poor writing. It's a fairly typical system arrives story with no real creativity. Most of the system is glossed over seemingly so the author can add or modify it as they go. Leveling up at least at 10% doesn't really seem to do anything there's no discussion of stat growth there is occasionally skill options. It's got the bare bones of maybe something that's possible but it's just really poorly written... Just an example off the top of my head the author tells us that a mole that's around the size of a dog should be stronger than a lion because it's a big mole... Just very typical of how the entire story is written.
February 12, 2026
I'm trying to stick with this but the mc is yelling out his skills everytime why so childish 😒 when he was asked to pick a class he picks mage he has a wand and robes and acts like a child i get it having magic would be cool but he didn't even read the descriptions of the classes then he got upset because he had to kill animals to level up but claimed to play video games smh he has no survival skills which isn't really all that surprising most younger people these days are all about TEC im hoping he won't be yelling out his moves the whole book not sure I will be able to get through the whole book dnf
February 16, 2026
Fun for fans of The Primal Hunter, Draconic Ascension sees Michael caught up and separated from his group of friends when the world is swept into a tutorial at the beginning of an apocalypse that gives humanity the power to be something more. Michael's close calls with death see him unlocking his bloodline trait, evolving him into a draconic human with access to more stat points and skills than any human around. But that doesn't mean the tutorial will be easy for him. Anyone who reads litRPG knows power comes at a cost and those at the top struggle to find people they can trust when everyone is fighting for survival.
February 22, 2026
Better than I first expected. Michael is a pretty good character though he becomes OP kind of fast. This isnt to say hes without any challenges. If you like a strong MC you'll like this.
The setting is your tutorial area with your basic classes and leveling. Story is straight forward but written well. Action was interesting and abilities were used well.
There were many typos and errors though. Overall I likes the book and it never become a slog to read. I enjoyed the other PoVs. I will likely read book 2.
The setting is your tutorial area with your basic classes and leveling. Story is straight forward but written well. Action was interesting and abilities were used well.
There were many typos and errors though. Overall I likes the book and it never become a slog to read. I enjoyed the other PoVs. I will likely read book 2.
February 9, 2026
Really good
This book was a ride. I mean that in the best way possible.
Do yourself a favor and pick this book up. Then, go over to Royal Road and continue along.
Highly recommended.
This book was a ride. I mean that in the best way possible.
Do yourself a favor and pick this book up. Then, go over to Royal Road and continue along.
Highly recommended.
February 14, 2026
I really enjoyed this book. It definitely falls into the category of OP MC. I feel like the system and class stole the show. I really liked seeing how things advanced and evolved. The plot was good and entertaining but the concept behind the MC was more interesting to me.
February 18, 2026
The first half was okay, nothing to original but nothing to bad either. I was planning to give out four stars at the time. The second half ruined it with dimestore psychology. The moral quandary was terribly written and entirely too heavy handed. Towards the end, I was skimming quite a bit.
February 20, 2026
enjoyed the story
I enjoyed the story, but I honestly don’t like the main characters mind set and partially his personality. It can feel a little grating. Otherwise I enjoyed the story. Will think about reading the second book but might not
I enjoyed the story, but I honestly don’t like the main characters mind set and partially his personality. It can feel a little grating. Otherwise I enjoyed the story. Will think about reading the second book but might not
February 26, 2026
Overall story telling would get a 6* rating but the pace is to slow. Paragraphs are wordy and MC's mental processes to repetitive making a sometimes tedious read. Still better than average though and conceptually well thought out.
March 7, 2026
Note to self: good first half, second half a bit of a letdown as the litrpg elements gave way to bloated stat OP MC where it was essentially a fantasy book instead. Don't read book 2, unlikely to course correct.
March 19, 2026
I enjoyed reading
I am impressed the story was very incredible, the complex charter driven story and amazing back story I look forward to the next book because it ended clean. But I feel only more involved to find out more. Thank you for your hard work
I am impressed the story was very incredible, the complex charter driven story and amazing back story I look forward to the next book because it ended clean. But I feel only more involved to find out more. Thank you for your hard work
February 3, 2026
Fanfreakingtastic!
What an amazing book! I absolutely loved this book and such wonderful characters! I can not wait for the next book to come out!
What an amazing book! I absolutely loved this book and such wonderful characters! I can not wait for the next book to come out!
February 5, 2026
great new story
I never know what to say on these things but I enjoyed it. It’s a system book with a tutorial if I ever end up in such a world I would like a tutorial as well
I never know what to say on these things but I enjoyed it. It’s a system book with a tutorial if I ever end up in such a world I would like a tutorial as well
March 10, 2026
good read!
I have enjoyed reading this and looking forward for more! Good pacing. Please give it a try. Thank you author!
I have enjoyed reading this and looking forward for more! Good pacing. Please give it a try. Thank you author!
April 1, 2026
4.75 stars
The book was better than expected for a tutorial type rpg. It did start the same as others but diversified in objectives and powers of characters
The book was better than expected for a tutorial type rpg. It did start the same as others but diversified in objectives and powers of characters
April 9, 2026
This was pretty good. I'm interested to see where this goes, but not sure how much further I'd be wanting to read for this story. The characters felt really flat in some ways, especially the mother and her relationship with the MC. It felt forced and controlling, with a lot of unrealistic parts with how she couldn't accept that he had to change to adapt to survive. It was nice on how he was really focused on developing the skill and learning to create them without buying them just by really taking the time to study how skills can be developed. I thought the grinding part was fantastic. But I tend to really like that part in books. But the rest kinda just wasn't too gripping. So I'm hoping that the next book really has some heavy progression and stakes that really grab ya and make you go OH WOW.
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May 5, 2026
Definitely not for me.
DNF. Matter of fact, I didn't get two chapter finished. As soon as the system notified the MC that killing his fellow man gained him experience I quit. I do not like murder hobo stories. I do not like MCs that are comfortable murdering others people just to get strong. The story may have not turned out that way, but I don't care to find out.
DNF. Matter of fact, I didn't get two chapter finished. As soon as the system notified the MC that killing his fellow man gained him experience I quit. I do not like murder hobo stories. I do not like MCs that are comfortable murdering others people just to get strong. The story may have not turned out that way, but I don't care to find out.
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