A Note on Going Premium

Monster Summoning Handbook Drowning in the intoxicating maze of illusions 686 words 2026-04-13 20:55:40

Zhizui has three things to say:

1. The novel is about to be officially published.
2. I am asking everyone for their support with a first-chapter subscription.
3. Thank you to the friends who have accompanied me this far.

Let’s talk about "Monster Manual." The apocalypse is a genre I have always pursued. My very first novel was set in an apocalyptic world; after many twists and turns, when I finally sat down to write again years later, I found myself drawn back to this theme against my better judgment.

Some say that Qidian is a graveyard for apocalyptic fiction. That is not entirely false. The genre once enjoyed a golden age, but one cannot deny that it is currently in a state of deep depression. Even now, I can still recall novels that left a profound impact on me, such as "Apocalyptic Cockroach," "Super Merchant of the Apocalypse," and even one of the banned classics, "Dark Summoner" by Xiaoye.

I do not understand how a genre I love so dearly and have worked so hard for could fall into such a desolate state overnight. Other authors launching their works in genres like American comics or multiverse travel can gather together for mutual support, licking their wounds even if their results are poor. But when I look left and right, I see only a scattered few, most fighting a lonely battle, while the majority of such works wither away after only tens of thousands of words.

I love it, I make my living from it; this is my career, and it is my choice.

I would like to thank my editor Yuanzheng and my editor Languang. Most importantly, I thank you, the ones who have stayed with me until now—the masters I speak of, my lovely readers.

The first subscription is critical; it directly impacts the recommendation schedule for "Monster Manual" moving forward. Therefore, I sincerely hope that all my friends will support me with a subscription tomorrow at noon.

I love the apocalypse, and I believe that you, who have read this far, share the same love for this once-glorious literary genre.

Finally, not knowing what else to say, I will join Aili in wishing you all an early Happy New Year. I wish you harmony, prosperity, and endless wealth! Most importantly, may you always have a hearty appetite and enjoy every meal!

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