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Chapter 75: Breaking the Auction

Jack’s Meteor Punch clashed against Rufus’s attack in front of his balcony, releasing a ring-shaped shockwave. Both attacks carried a hint of unyieldiness—supremacy and indomitable will—and...

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Chapter 74: The Rainbow Dao Pill

“This is the heart of a D-Grade manatee of the Evergreen planet,” Vocrich said, motioning at the green, glowing orb. “It carries healing properties so strong that it can heal even the user’...

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Chapter 73: The Integration Auction

Vocrich Eretor, the vampire lord that would lead the auction, stepped off the stage center. Another vampire, a woman, walked out and placed a shiny cube on the table.

“The first item,” Vo...

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Chapter 72: Suit-up!

Alexander both loved and hated the Integration.

On one hand, it had given him power. He had risen in status and in the chain of command. His former bosses would have to serve him, if he hadn...

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Chapter 71: The System World

Jack stood behind the line and glared at the practice target. Its white and red wood stared at him mockingly, just out of reach. He narrowed his eyes.

“You can start,” Master Shol said. J...

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Chapter 70: Training with a Ghost

Rufus Emberheart raised his eyes to meet Jack’s. Jack felt the pressure. This lion man was strong; way too strong. His Dao Root even felt on the cusp of something greater, as if ready to reach th...

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Chapter 69: Tournament Rewards

We prooobably didn't reach the #1000 ranking on Kindle, but we did reach the #3000 ranking, so have a bonus chapter!

I will take a short Christmas break now. The next chapter will come on Mon...

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Chapter 68: The Immortals Descend

Double release tomorrow, woo! And then it's a short Christmas break to enjoy with family, friends, and warm chocolate.

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Suddenly, there was confusion in the arena. Jack shot a last, ...

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Chapter 67: Punching Hard

Many thanks to everyone who helped me with yesterday's launch. Unfortunately, the rankings/ratings decided to freeze, limiting my visibility, and KU itself disappeared for some time in the middle o...

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Chapter 66: The Mask Falls

“John Brown and the Dao of Spanking versus Shard Presht and the Dao of Momentum!”

Before the announcer’s voice had even finished ringing, Jack’s sharp eyes were staring at the curtain...

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Announcement: Bonus Chapters + Crabs!?

Hey, I got great news. TL;DR: You’ll get bonus chapters of Road to Mastery!

The first book of my newest series, The Twelfth Cataclysm: What the Shell!? just went live on Ki...

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Chapter 65: The Path of Magic

Brock crossed the night again. He flew over rooftops, hung from ropes like vines, and leaned on lighting poles to take a breather—their blue bodies were the perfect girth to grab, though the shin...

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Holiday Schedule

Happy new week, everyone!

Starting this week, the posting schedule will go down to 6/week, as that is the fastest pace at which I can maintain near-maximum quality. Sunday will be break day. ...

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Chapter 64: Fighting a Monk

“John Brown and the Dao of Spanking versus Brother Tao and the Dao of the Staff!”

The announcer’s voice had just finished ringing, but both fighters were already on the sand. There were...

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Chapter 63: Living the System Life

Beefy chapter this time, but it's okay. You guys deserve it for being awesome.

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“Come on, Brock, tell me. What Dao Root did you get?”

Brock looked at Jack with a smug smile...

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Chapter 62: Chasing the Dao

Boosts please! TopWebFiction 

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“Dao skills are the true skill...

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Chapter 61: Jack Rust versus Dorman Whistles

Jack stood on one edge of the sparring room. Dorman Whistles stood on the other, twirling twin daggers in his hands. Brock peeked from the entrance door and was ready to pull his head back in case ...

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Chapter 60: Big Bro Brock

The Kickstarter was funded in less than 24 hours, by the way, so a big thanks to all of you who joined!

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Jack raised a brow. “Spar with you?”

Dorman Whistles stared him in...

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Chapter 59: Breaking the Monsters

Gan Salin entered insane mode.

He tried again to wear the gloves, but his hands were shaking, and the flames hot on his heels. “Fine!” he roared. “Canine Dash!” Letting the gloves dro...

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A Year of Adventure is Live! (not a chapter)

Hey all, our DnD kickstarter is live!! Just launched, actually, a few minutes ago, and we’re super excited.

It’s 12 one-shot adventures full of beautiful art, laughs, epic battles, fascin...

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Chapter 58: The Spanking Machine

“John Brown and the Dao of Spanking versus Chen Zexi and the Dao of Beauty.”

Before the announcer’s voice had even finished ringing, Karvahul was already rolling on the floor a few seat...

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Chapter 57: Dao of Martial Arts

The amazonian-looking woman plopped down beside Jack, crossing her arms and staring at the arena. She wore hard boots and long trousers, and her back was covered by a blue jacket, under which hid a...

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Chapter 56: Walking the Road to Mastery

A steel palm smashed Jack into a wall. He landed with his bare feet against it and shot off again, turning to the right to avoid the robot’s charge. It chased him, relentless, smashing hard into ...

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Chapter 55: Making Money


The guards of Integration City were humanoid robots with dog heads. And not just any breed; they were slick, dark, metallic dobermans, with steel cords stretching over their bodies like muscles...

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Chapter 54: The Sage

The homeless-looking man grabbed the chair opposite Jack, giving him a wide, yellow-toothed grin. “Can I sit?” he asked.

Jack’s eyes flickered up, staring at the guy. He didn’t respo...

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Chapter 53: Making Enemies

“He killed her on purpose. That is against the rules. He must be punished,” Jack stated, staring the late E-Grade head judge in the eye.

She stared back, not speaking for a moment.

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Chapter 52: Spanking the Lion

Jack stared at his opponent. He was a large guy wielding an equally large metal pipe. His upper body was bare and scarred, his eyes were hard, and he looked quite badass overall.

Jack’s phy...

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Chapter 51: The Tournament Begins!

Back from my trip, and ready to write like there's no tomorrow. Enjoy the chapter!

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With the ringing of the ten massive bronze bells, the tournament officially began...

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Chapter 50: The Dao of What!?

Jack’s brows creased. Karvahul stepped closer. “Find a Dao adjacent to yours,” he instructed quickly.

“Edgar Allano. Dao of Magic,” Edgar said aloud, taking Jack’s turn.

“...

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Chapter 49: Entering the Arena

Jack awoke calmly. His eyes opened, taking in the foreign room.

“What?” he said before remembering where he was. “Right… The Integration Tournament. House 425.”

He reached f...

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