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Industrial Strength Magic #3
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The Replicator problem is handled.
Well, maybe not handled, but de-escalated. Professor Replica isn't vaporizing people, Civil unrest is staying civil for the most part, and giant robots all over the world have shut down, no longer threatening to wipe out humanity.
Life is pretty good for Paradox and his family, but circumstances endlessly conspire to complicate things.
Unplanned magical Bio-teleportation surprises, conniving androids, super-politics, and royal family infighting are only the beginning when a power begins to grow in the West: A power so potent, insidious, and over-educated, it will give the Prince of Manita a run for his money.
Well, maybe not handled, but de-escalated. Professor Replica isn't vaporizing people, Civil unrest is staying civil for the most part, and giant robots all over the world have shut down, no longer threatening to wipe out humanity.
Life is pretty good for Paradox and his family, but circumstances endlessly conspire to complicate things.
Unplanned magical Bio-teleportation surprises, conniving androids, super-politics, and royal family infighting are only the beginning when a power begins to grow in the West: A power so potent, insidious, and over-educated, it will give the Prince of Manita a run for his money.
1011 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 17, 2024
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About the author
Macronomicon
16 books262 followersI could tell you that the author is a middle class, middle age white dude with a generic wife and a generic pet who lives somewhere vaguely rural...but aren't they all?
F%$! that noise! There are Author Bios and then there's Mythos.
Welcome to the Mythos of Macronomicon.
Macronomicon is almost three years old now, hatched on the open-mic writing website Royal Road. The pen name burst from the cocoon of blissful ignorance and deposited his first humble contribution into the world of writing, tired and sticky, yet satisfied. Content in the knowledge his work would be warmly received by thousands of potential fans, and more importantly...friends.
The first comment was, "Can you, I don't know, make the main character less stupid?"
That was sobering.
Macronomicon has no actual weight, because he is a pen name, and while his existence is ephemeral, he does have a presence, often stalking the back-channels of Discord like a novelty vampire, waiting to suck nourishing creativity out of unfortunate* fans.
Macronomicon has a talent for brainstorming and stringing together disparate ideas into a cohesive story. That talent has been strengthened and built upon to form the foundation of his writing career. He once outlined the plot (quality notwithstanding) of an entire book from start to finish in a tiny room with nothing but Cheerios, beef jerky, Pepsi and B.O.**
If you wish to hunt for the elusive Macronomicon, you may find him at Royal Road, where he began, or Patreon, where he works*** at distilling new stories from a raw, chunky slurry of ideas.
*Or fortunate, depending on your point of view. The sucking is consensual.
**Quality of B.O. also notwithstanding.
*** Working is subjective.
F%$! that noise! There are Author Bios and then there's Mythos.
Welcome to the Mythos of Macronomicon.
Macronomicon is almost three years old now, hatched on the open-mic writing website Royal Road. The pen name burst from the cocoon of blissful ignorance and deposited his first humble contribution into the world of writing, tired and sticky, yet satisfied. Content in the knowledge his work would be warmly received by thousands of potential fans, and more importantly...friends.
The first comment was, "Can you, I don't know, make the main character less stupid?"
That was sobering.
Macronomicon has no actual weight, because he is a pen name, and while his existence is ephemeral, he does have a presence, often stalking the back-channels of Discord like a novelty vampire, waiting to suck nourishing creativity out of unfortunate* fans.
Macronomicon has a talent for brainstorming and stringing together disparate ideas into a cohesive story. That talent has been strengthened and built upon to form the foundation of his writing career. He once outlined the plot (quality notwithstanding) of an entire book from start to finish in a tiny room with nothing but Cheerios, beef jerky, Pepsi and B.O.**
If you wish to hunt for the elusive Macronomicon, you may find him at Royal Road, where he began, or Patreon, where he works*** at distilling new stories from a raw, chunky slurry of ideas.
*Or fortunate, depending on your point of view. The sucking is consensual.
**Quality of B.O. also notwithstanding.
*** Working is subjective.
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September 13, 2024
When the author is on, as he is here, the clever imagination of the writing is exceptional. Lots of fun, but pretty heavy under the surface, the characters are interesting and the story moves well.
Just when I thought this would close out, a new plot arc opens in the final chapter. If it's as good as the series has been so far, I look forward to where this goes from here.
Just when I thought this would close out, a new plot arc opens in the final chapter. If it's as good as the series has been so far, I look forward to where this goes from here.
August 19, 2024
Chaos incarnate
Don’t think you know where the narrative is headed. There are so many unexpected turns…you can’t guess which way Paradox is going to go. Just that there’s going to be insanity.
I will pre-order the next book. Eagerly.
Don’t think you know where the narrative is headed. There are so many unexpected turns…you can’t guess which way Paradox is going to go. Just that there’s going to be insanity.
I will pre-order the next book. Eagerly.
September 5, 2024
Ton of fun!
Each book gets goofier, but the depths we dive are deeper too. I really enjoy how this book takes and plays with the super hero genre.
Each book gets goofier, but the depths we dive are deeper too. I really enjoy how this book takes and plays with the super hero genre.
January 22, 2025
his best series yet
I have read at least some of every series this author has written and this one is the best so far. Clever MC, good dialogue. Enjoyed it quite a bit.
I have read at least some of every series this author has written and this one is the best so far. Clever MC, good dialogue. Enjoyed it quite a bit.
June 30, 2025
Rating: [A+]
August 21, 2024
Имам чувството, че всичко, което докосне този автор се превръща в злато, па макар и понякога само 14 каратово.
Ако погледнем реално, всичките му книги са практически едни и същи. Младеж във фентъзи/фантастичен свят по някаква причина има способността да се учи/развива по-бързо от останалите хора и много бързо добива все по-невероятни способности, докато накрая стане невъобразимо могъществен. Също така около него се въртят поне по две секси мадами през цялото повествование, които леко го доминират и ръководят живота му.
Въпреки това обаче, всеки път хилядите и хиляди страници грабват и не пускат до края.
Ако погледнем реално, всичките му книги са практически едни и същи. Младеж във фентъзи/фантастичен свят по някаква причина има способността да се учи/развива по-бързо от останалите хора и много бързо добива все по-невероятни способности, докато накрая стане невъобразимо могъществен. Също така около него се въртят поне по две секси мадами през цялото повествование, които леко го доминират и ръководят живота му.
Въпреки това обаче, всеки път хилядите и хиляди страници грабват и не пускат до края.
August 21, 2024
Excellent as per the usual
I love this author... but I hate him too... let me explain: the books are awesome! Great world building, character development, excellent editing, the books are novel length... he is just an awesome author and storyteller. But whenever he comes out with a book, I lose a TON of sleep! I am so tired!
I love this author... but I hate him too... let me explain: the books are awesome! Great world building, character development, excellent editing, the books are novel length... he is just an awesome author and storyteller. But whenever he comes out with a book, I lose a TON of sleep! I am so tired!
August 18, 2024
A True Masterpiece
Macronomicon does it again. Not only does this book chronicle more of Perry’s rise to power while addressing all the new threats, but it perfectly sets the stage for
*Spoiler*
Solaris gone wrong. The idea of the world’s most powerful hero having dementia and the ability to go supercritical at any moment is absolutely brilliant. So many of the characters in this book are just flawlessly executed. The love triangle manages to be both funny and touching without turning into a pointless harem, and almost every character has interesting arcs. Furthermore, Paradox excellently deals with themes of loneliness and feeling alien even when surrounded by friends as he loses his sanity. This truly is a pinnacle of the LitRPG/Xianxia genres.
10.3/10 (weighted max of 11)
Plot: 10/10 - Exceedingly well done. Only a few minor pacing issues that don’t harm the story.
Characters: 10.2/10 - Fantastic. All of the characters feel 3D and well made. Even the “heroes” have flaws, with family relations and individual concepts being perfectly balanced.
Misc. (Magic/System): 10.3 - Best in class. The balance of magic and system combined with absurd synergy and a focus on sanity provides such a unique experience. All of the powers feel reasonable and in check, with not too much contrivance.
Macronomicon does it again. Not only does this book chronicle more of Perry’s rise to power while addressing all the new threats, but it perfectly sets the stage for
*Spoiler*
Solaris gone wrong. The idea of the world’s most powerful hero having dementia and the ability to go supercritical at any moment is absolutely brilliant. So many of the characters in this book are just flawlessly executed. The love triangle manages to be both funny and touching without turning into a pointless harem, and almost every character has interesting arcs. Furthermore, Paradox excellently deals with themes of loneliness and feeling alien even when surrounded by friends as he loses his sanity. This truly is a pinnacle of the LitRPG/Xianxia genres.
10.3/10 (weighted max of 11)
Plot: 10/10 - Exceedingly well done. Only a few minor pacing issues that don’t harm the story.
Characters: 10.2/10 - Fantastic. All of the characters feel 3D and well made. Even the “heroes” have flaws, with family relations and individual concepts being perfectly balanced.
Misc. (Magic/System): 10.3 - Best in class. The balance of magic and system combined with absurd synergy and a focus on sanity provides such a unique experience. All of the powers feel reasonable and in check, with not too much contrivance.
July 13, 2025
The scope of the book is a bit weird because the plot only really starts half way through. The first half lags, but by the second half, there's a neat twist and some new characters that feel like a good extension of the world building. Less Heather + Natalie, more pushing the bounds of magic with an enemy / friend who we discover half way through.
The magic takes off a lot in #2 and #3 but that ended up being a minus for me as there's basically no limits on what Perry can do, so it's just OP Perry inventing magic out to get out of increasingly tricky situations. I did enjoy the resolution to the main arc in the book, but I can't imagine #4 introduces anything I'm interesting in reading more about.
The magic takes off a lot in #2 and #3 but that ended up being a minus for me as there's basically no limits on what Perry can do, so it's just OP Perry inventing magic out to get out of increasingly tricky situations. I did enjoy the resolution to the main arc in the book, but I can't imagine #4 introduces anything I'm interesting in reading more about.
June 21, 2025
This is going to be one of those 'leaves a hole in your life when its over' series. I want this to go past book 4, but I can also see where the author has an end point in mind and the power scaling will be moot at some point. The throuple settles in a lot and Heather and Perry's status quo is unlikely to change much at this point, I wish they had a bit more closeness, instead of it all being banter. The primary focus is still going strong, I was had my expectations subverted by certain plot points not going the tropy way I expected.
Lots to read here, if you are reading for an upbeat prog fantasy it's perfect.
Lots to read here, if you are reading for an upbeat prog fantasy it's perfect.
August 20, 2024
Another great read
Love this series and this book continues to deliver. Perry and company are hilarious, and the level of his chill as murder is attempted against him over and over always entertains. Loved how much ground was covered in this book and appreciated the long read. Excited for the next when it comes!
Love this series and this book continues to deliver. Perry and company are hilarious, and the level of his chill as murder is attempted against him over and over always entertains. Loved how much ground was covered in this book and appreciated the long read. Excited for the next when it comes!
August 23, 2024
Wow....
Eight wild story that continues from beginning and in a way that is confusing actually explains the Confusing nature of time.Travel with ridiculous He's wearing bad timing, ugly shirts.A narcissistic dragon and eight and a cliff hanger ending that totally ticked me off.
I can't wait for the next one.
Eight wild story that continues from beginning and in a way that is confusing actually explains the Confusing nature of time.Travel with ridiculous He's wearing bad timing, ugly shirts.A narcissistic dragon and eight and a cliff hanger ending that totally ticked me off.
I can't wait for the next one.
August 24, 2024
Brilliant! Buy it!
Buy it! I got Unlimited but I bought it anyway. Anything this author writes is worth reading. Organic fast paced non cookie cutter structure. I'm a fan for life Mac, where's my pre-order? Notification of other pen names? Gimme more. Ever scene that robot undead series I've been a fan.
Buy it! I got Unlimited but I bought it anyway. Anything this author writes is worth reading. Organic fast paced non cookie cutter structure. I'm a fan for life Mac, where's my pre-order? Notification of other pen names? Gimme more. Ever scene that robot undead series I've been a fan.
August 31, 2024
Impressive
This series has been full of nonstop pleasant surprises. Item never gets old and constantly keeps getting more inventive as it goes. Would recommend it. With all the subpar stuff on kindle these days this really shines through as an example of something that still feels new and exciting
This series has been full of nonstop pleasant surprises. Item never gets old and constantly keeps getting more inventive as it goes. Would recommend it. With all the subpar stuff on kindle these days this really shines through as an example of something that still feels new and exciting
September 19, 2024
Fast, Over Powered Fun
The adventures of Perry have been a lot of fun. The world is in a dangerous dynamic balance, that could end tragically but keeps stumbling along - highly engaging. Perry himself has become a powerhouse, and his new rival will push him to new heights; and then push Perry off those heights to crash spectacularly.
Recommended, after the first two.
The adventures of Perry have been a lot of fun. The world is in a dangerous dynamic balance, that could end tragically but keeps stumbling along - highly engaging. Perry himself has become a powerhouse, and his new rival will push him to new heights; and then push Perry off those heights to crash spectacularly.
Recommended, after the first two.
October 15, 2024
4.5
The second half of this is really good. The first half is a bit slow but kinda fun.
The main problem, because of the main characters power growing exponentially, the next book seems like it'll be like reading Akira as a superhero. Just too powerful for anyone to even slow them for a millisecond.
The second half of this is really good. The first half is a bit slow but kinda fun.
The main problem, because of the main characters power growing exponentially, the next book seems like it'll be like reading Akira as a superhero. Just too powerful for anyone to even slow them for a millisecond.
October 28, 2024
when mad science meets magic the result is…. funny?
Incredible third instalment to the series. It’s funny, engaging and involves a much improved level of character development that macrinomicons previous series have lacked. Looking forward to the next chapter in Perry’s rise to the heights of SCP royalty.
Incredible third instalment to the series. It’s funny, engaging and involves a much improved level of character development that macrinomicons previous series have lacked. Looking forward to the next chapter in Perry’s rise to the heights of SCP royalty.
March 8, 2025
Just a pair of docs.
Another smashing episode of Conundrum & The Super Sapients.
Gotta say, the progression is quite captivating, and I truly wonder what will be next.
Maybe the upcoming cgallenge will include Law-Shark-Yers, or the Knotter of Nots, or even the dreaded Toothpaste Cap Purloiner.
Who knows.
I just want more fun & zaniness.
Another smashing episode of Conundrum & The Super Sapients.
Gotta say, the progression is quite captivating, and I truly wonder what will be next.
Maybe the upcoming cgallenge will include Law-Shark-Yers, or the Knotter of Nots, or even the dreaded Toothpaste Cap Purloiner.
Who knows.
I just want more fun & zaniness.
June 3, 2025
Still a damn good series. With the power creep you'd think things would get more boring, but the author keeps shaking new interesting challenges out of his sleeve. Tyrannus is a great antagonist and the plot points remain exciting.
A bit disappointed Heather and Nat were on sidelines so much, so I hope in the next book they will play a more prominent role.
A bit disappointed Heather and Nat were on sidelines so much, so I hope in the next book they will play a more prominent role.
August 21, 2024
Macronomicon's Best!
Well, at least *among* his best works. Absolutely love this series, the books have been getting better and better, and I'm really looking forward to the next volume.
Keep up the awesome work!
Well, at least *among* his best works. Absolutely love this series, the books have been getting better and better, and I'm really looking forward to the next volume.
Keep up the awesome work!
August 22, 2024
Great fun
This was the 3rd book in the series and continues to engaging enough to keep me up late into the me lose sleep. The MC and characters are interesting and the world building is a pretty well fleshed out mix of fantasy, science fiction, and litrpg.
This was the 3rd book in the series and continues to engaging enough to keep me up late into the me lose sleep. The MC and characters are interesting and the world building is a pretty well fleshed out mix of fantasy, science fiction, and litrpg.
August 27, 2024
much too long
Long, meandering and kind of nonsense this series has wandered so far away from the original premise that I’m not longer convinced it’s good. I think this was my last one, but if you’re still enjoying them, I cannot fault you.
Long, meandering and kind of nonsense this series has wandered so far away from the original premise that I’m not longer convinced it’s good. I think this was my last one, but if you’re still enjoying them, I cannot fault you.
August 31, 2024
Highbrow Super..
I know it’s a book on super heroes but the the writing is so good, the main Character is so smart, you gotta read carefully to catch the subtle punch lines. A very good book.
Rating: 5/5
Cover: 2/5
Narration: na
Favorite Line: na
I know it’s a book on super heroes but the the writing is so good, the main Character is so smart, you gotta read carefully to catch the subtle punch lines. A very good book.
Rating: 5/5
Cover: 2/5
Narration: na
Favorite Line: na
January 17, 2025
Getting epic
Great way to bridge the MCs meteoric rise to OPness... giving him a frenemy. Add in a touch of snark, a dash of will/they wont they, and a smidge of cute babies, and you have a true winner.
Great way to bridge the MCs meteoric rise to OPness... giving him a frenemy. Add in a touch of snark, a dash of will/they wont they, and a smidge of cute babies, and you have a true winner.
June 8, 2025
that hit the spot
I’ve found myself unable to put down this series since I picked it up again a few days ago. I’m happy that even 3 books in the humour, the storytelling, the characters etc. didn’t disappoint.
I’ve found myself unable to put down this series since I picked it up again a few days ago. I’m happy that even 3 books in the humour, the storytelling, the characters etc. didn’t disappoint.
November 8, 2025
Paradox to the max!
Another fun-filled entry in the series. It's always a blast to see what Paradox and friends are getting into. Crazy and ludicrous....but also fun! I'm looking forward to the next in the series!
Another fun-filled entry in the series. It's always a blast to see what Paradox and friends are getting into. Crazy and ludicrous....but also fun! I'm looking forward to the next in the series!
August 19, 2024
Very good book
This is a fine fantasy post apocalypse adventure novel. It is well written and edited. I especially like the creepy grandmother. I anxiously await the sequel.
This is a fine fantasy post apocalypse adventure novel. It is well written and edited. I especially like the creepy grandmother. I anxiously await the sequel.
August 28, 2024
Truly Unique
Once again very unique and engaging. This might be your magnum opus Author. Honestly, can't wait for the next one.
Once again very unique and engaging. This might be your magnum opus Author. Honestly, can't wait for the next one.
August 29, 2024
Very good read
I enjoyed reading this book and I recommend this book to anyone who likes LitRPG and progression types of books with an apocalypse type theme with lots of action.
I enjoyed reading this book and I recommend this book to anyone who likes LitRPG and progression types of books with an apocalypse type theme with lots of action.
September 17, 2024
Need 90iq to properly enjoy
Which I do not have, and I am confused every other chapter, feeling like I should know something I don't.
Which I do not have, and I am confused every other chapter, feeling like I should know something I don't.
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