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All Jobs and Classes! I Just Wanted One Skill, Not Them All!
All Jobs and Classes! I Just Wanted One Skill, Not Them All! (LITRPG/EPIC PROGRESSION): Book II
While barbarians were getting ready to continue the invasion, adults argued and soldiers postured, Ludger with a system in his eyes realized something far more if trouble kept coming time and time again, someone would have to meet it head-on.That decision dragged him far from home and straight into the tutelage of a shameless drunkard, an earth mage whose greatest talents were leveling mountains and emptying bottles. Unfortunately for Ludger, the man was also a former guildmaster. Between half-coherent lessons, improvised training, and near-fatal “practical demonstrations, thanks to a troublesome companion” Ludger learned that earth magic wasn’t about raw power, it was about anchoring, endurance, and knowing exactly when to stand firm and when to reshape the ground beneath your enemy’s feet.
As threats escalate and alliances fray, Ludger realizes that reacting isn’t enough. Mercenaries scatter. Lords hesitate. Someone needs to build something that lasts. Something organized. Something strong enough to push back without breaking.
What begins as a reckless attempt to impose order on chaos becomes the birth of a guild forged by necessity rather than ambition. Between northerner incursions, political pressure, and the constant risk of being crushed by forces far larger than himself, Ludger carves out a new role, not as a sheltered prodigy, but as a builder of foundations. Stone by stone, contract by contract, he steps into a future where survival means leadership, and power means responsibility.
Because if the world insists on marching toward war, Ludger refuses to stand still, no matter how scary his mother is when she thinks he’s in danger.
As threats escalate and alliances fray, Ludger realizes that reacting isn’t enough. Mercenaries scatter. Lords hesitate. Someone needs to build something that lasts. Something organized. Something strong enough to push back without breaking.
What begins as a reckless attempt to impose order on chaos becomes the birth of a guild forged by necessity rather than ambition. Between northerner incursions, political pressure, and the constant risk of being crushed by forces far larger than himself, Ludger carves out a new role, not as a sheltered prodigy, but as a builder of foundations. Stone by stone, contract by contract, he steps into a future where survival means leadership, and power means responsibility.
Because if the world insists on marching toward war, Ludger refuses to stand still, no matter how scary his mother is when she thinks he’s in danger.
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Published December 27, 2025
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February 2, 2026
This book is just interesting enough to read it the whole way through, but there are many drawbacks and issues I see with it. The main character is written as smarter than he is, and it often leads to the feeling of the story spinning its wheels and not moving forward. The main character comes up with a plan, multiple times, acting like it’s a new one, or only implements it halfheartedly for a few months at a time. The author keeps bringing more subplots or issues, that seem to require the plan to change, but not make a huge difference to the plot. The main character is written as an isekaied character, into a young child, who’s 8-10yo during this book. The main problem is that he acts way older than he is all the time, and none of the other characters think it’s strange or reactionary realistically to his mannerisms. Would be more believable if the character was a mix of the old and young spirit, or if the main plot beats happened in a few more years after the character had done all the things he says he’s doing to improve his levels and skills. Also, the mother character does way more than she would realistically have the power/time to do as a Tavern Manager/cook in a small town when interacting with a feudal society. I think this story could be greater with more editing and polish. Authors trying to do too much in too little time storywise.
January 27, 2026
I enjoyed this as much as book one. It's moving away from the hidden-powers trope and more into straight competence porn.
The children are evolving quickly. It's fun imagining where they'll end up by the completion of book three.
The children are evolving quickly. It's fun imagining where they'll end up by the completion of book three.
January 12, 2026
This book is absodamnlutely perfection!
Wow! Okay everyone grab this book and get ready for one of the wildest adventures you've ever had! In this book the momentum of the first book doesn't stop. And it's possible even better than bk1! And wow when I stated at the end of my last review that you needed to see what an 8 year old could do, I wasn't kidding! Ludger's Eighth year was a doozy!!! So young yet fighting on the front lines Healing to keep the men and line from collapsing. And it's a brutal fight. Sure his father and his team of elites are there beside him, but it's a war and he in appearance is only eight! Little do they know... and Ludger isn't telling a soul not his mother Elaine, his dad Arslan, nor his half sister Viola. What Ludger is doing however is training harder than ever to level the skills he has and to gain more skills when needed... and yes he's using his healing skill, to make money or gain favors from all the locals. 'Cause Ludger planning for the future! And he's got big plans!!! But first learn geomancy...
I swear this is my perfect book. It pushes a the right places, and makes me happy, like a cozy does... but don't misinterpret my meaning it's not a cozy, it's just the feeling I have for this wonderful book/series...
Here's a quote for y'all:
"Viola groaned. “You’re impossible!” “I am not. I do exist.,” Ludger corrected."
Wow! Okay everyone grab this book and get ready for one of the wildest adventures you've ever had! In this book the momentum of the first book doesn't stop. And it's possible even better than bk1! And wow when I stated at the end of my last review that you needed to see what an 8 year old could do, I wasn't kidding! Ludger's Eighth year was a doozy!!! So young yet fighting on the front lines Healing to keep the men and line from collapsing. And it's a brutal fight. Sure his father and his team of elites are there beside him, but it's a war and he in appearance is only eight! Little do they know... and Ludger isn't telling a soul not his mother Elaine, his dad Arslan, nor his half sister Viola. What Ludger is doing however is training harder than ever to level the skills he has and to gain more skills when needed... and yes he's using his healing skill, to make money or gain favors from all the locals. 'Cause Ludger planning for the future! And he's got big plans!!! But first learn geomancy...
I swear this is my perfect book. It pushes a the right places, and makes me happy, like a cozy does... but don't misinterpret my meaning it's not a cozy, it's just the feeling I have for this wonderful book/series...
Here's a quote for y'all:
"Viola groaned. “You’re impossible!” “I am not. I do exist.,” Ludger corrected."
February 13, 2026
So written by AI. Example, “Viola had rejoined them at the gate, her expression calmer after her stop at her father’s house, and Luna walked a quiet half-step behind.” The party is approaching Ludgers house, having already passed through the city gate. Violas father is the same as Ludgers so no idea how she stopped there first.
Another example, at the start of one chapter, “Morning runs with weights, hours spent healing at the tavern, evenings mapping and grinding in the goblin labyrinth,….” Whereas literally the last scene of the previous chapter had Ludger grinding the goblin labyrinth in the morning then going to the tavern!
The AI doesn’t remember what came before. It can only craft from inputs.
Another…”their young builder standing amid a swirl of hardened earth, and a “fellow guard” frozen to the waist in stone, head bowed, blood seeping from his nose.” When previously only two pages ago, this…”In the space of a heartbeat the quicksand turned to stone around the man’s torso, neck, and jaw. His eyes bulged above the rigid collar of earth; only his nostrils and eyes remained free.”
Later on, we see a list of Ludgers stats with *10* new skills with no explanation of how or why he received them.
Another example, at the start of one chapter, “Morning runs with weights, hours spent healing at the tavern, evenings mapping and grinding in the goblin labyrinth,….” Whereas literally the last scene of the previous chapter had Ludger grinding the goblin labyrinth in the morning then going to the tavern!
The AI doesn’t remember what came before. It can only craft from inputs.
Another…”their young builder standing amid a swirl of hardened earth, and a “fellow guard” frozen to the waist in stone, head bowed, blood seeping from his nose.” When previously only two pages ago, this…”In the space of a heartbeat the quicksand turned to stone around the man’s torso, neck, and jaw. His eyes bulged above the rigid collar of earth; only his nostrils and eyes remained free.”
Later on, we see a list of Ludgers stats with *10* new skills with no explanation of how or why he received them.
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December 30, 2025Not worth reading in my opinion
First of all, this should have been one book. The first book ended on a really bad cliffhanger without resolving anything, so I started the second one just to see how it went. I ended up skipping pages, not really caring what happened, before I finally stopped reading the book.
The books had potential in the beginning, but they were written in a weird way. The System and stat sheets are there more as a gimmick than as a meaningful way to show progression. They're not really used in a logical way, and stats just go up but don't seem to have much of an impact. Even some of the stat sheets were inconsistent, with abilities added and then later removed, so there appeared to be no detailed plan from the author.
First of all, this should have been one book. The first book ended on a really bad cliffhanger without resolving anything, so I started the second one just to see how it went. I ended up skipping pages, not really caring what happened, before I finally stopped reading the book.
The books had potential in the beginning, but they were written in a weird way. The System and stat sheets are there more as a gimmick than as a meaningful way to show progression. They're not really used in a logical way, and stats just go up but don't seem to have much of an impact. Even some of the stat sheets were inconsistent, with abilities added and then later removed, so there appeared to be no detailed plan from the author.
February 28, 2026
War and Survival
Ludger and his half sister want to learn how to move Earth as mages and go to train with a master, but when they arrive they find a failed guild and a drunk angry master that refuses to teach them... through their "good will" and strength training, they eventually get the basic training, but Ludger takes that skill knowledge & becomes even more skilled...
War against the barbarians is brutal until a mutual peace is arranged by the 9 year old, Ludger...
Fun story with a serious amount of battle and magic training. Ludger is becoming a skill monster that can heal, do wind, earth, water, and fire magic, plus fight with his body, a sword, and spear... Monster!
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Ludger and his half sister want to learn how to move Earth as mages and go to train with a master, but when they arrive they find a failed guild and a drunk angry master that refuses to teach them... through their "good will" and strength training, they eventually get the basic training, but Ludger takes that skill knowledge & becomes even more skilled...
War against the barbarians is brutal until a mutual peace is arranged by the 9 year old, Ludger...
Fun story with a serious amount of battle and magic training. Ludger is becoming a skill monster that can heal, do wind, earth, water, and fire magic, plus fight with his body, a sword, and spear... Monster!
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January 30, 2026
Pretty good book
Even though MC is transported from Earth to another land after his death into the body of a newborn its very hard to believe that at the age of 8 then 9 he can go to the front lines of not 1 but 2 battles and win battles. I realize that he's the only person with a System helping him but still so very unlikely. My biggest complaint with this series is the constant annoying smirk, for crying out loud say smile, grin or something anything else but for crying our loud stop with smirking. Even though I hate the smirking it will be hard waiting for the next Smirking book.
Even though MC is transported from Earth to another land after his death into the body of a newborn its very hard to believe that at the age of 8 then 9 he can go to the front lines of not 1 but 2 battles and win battles. I realize that he's the only person with a System helping him but still so very unlikely. My biggest complaint with this series is the constant annoying smirk, for crying out loud say smile, grin or something anything else but for crying our loud stop with smirking. Even though I hate the smirking it will be hard waiting for the next Smirking book.
March 19, 2026
Not as Good as the First but still Good
This book isn’t as polished as the first in the series. There’s some typos and grammar issues and a lot more jumping to other viewpoints. There’s some continuity problems (he’s talking to his Dad in the morning and then doing deep thinking and then suddenly it’s night and his parents are sleeping). And the title is still awful. But the section in Meira was my favourite part of this series so far and the characters continue to be interesting.
This book isn’t as polished as the first in the series. There’s some typos and grammar issues and a lot more jumping to other viewpoints. There’s some continuity problems (he’s talking to his Dad in the morning and then doing deep thinking and then suddenly it’s night and his parents are sleeping). And the title is still awful. But the section in Meira was my favourite part of this series so far and the characters continue to be interesting.
January 3, 2026
Good story with a solid theme
Loved this story. The author expresses the emotions and thoughts of the main character in short concise believable proses. Strong character development that asked why do we fight and how do we stop. The battles dont really.make
since because first althea enemy is just steps away then next sentence on a distant ridge. Politics is a tool that can be used for good or evil just like most tools Mostly very engaging story.
Loved this story. The author expresses the emotions and thoughts of the main character in short concise believable proses. Strong character development that asked why do we fight and how do we stop. The battles dont really.make
since because first althea enemy is just steps away then next sentence on a distant ridge. Politics is a tool that can be used for good or evil just like most tools Mostly very engaging story.
January 30, 2026
Excellent story
I really enjoyed this story. The first book was really good and this second installment hit the mark too. I am looking forward to book three. The only gripe I have is how mature the noble sister is portrayed. It isn't really believable because she isn't like ludger, a old soul with memories. However, I decided to ignore this and think of her as more advanced due to noble education. Suspending disbelief and all that jazz. Thanks for an entertaining read. 😎
I really enjoyed this story. The first book was really good and this second installment hit the mark too. I am looking forward to book three. The only gripe I have is how mature the noble sister is portrayed. It isn't really believable because she isn't like ludger, a old soul with memories. However, I decided to ignore this and think of her as more advanced due to noble education. Suspending disbelief and all that jazz. Thanks for an entertaining read. 😎
January 12, 2026
Good book
Another pretty good book there things I don't like specifically kids getting new spells never talking about them or using them never using his singing and too much politics thought his goal wss freedom and live his life that's not at all what's happening ill probably read one !ore book if the author doesn't address these thing I doubt ill keep reading
Another pretty good book there things I don't like specifically kids getting new spells never talking about them or using them never using his singing and too much politics thought his goal wss freedom and live his life that's not at all what's happening ill probably read one !ore book if the author doesn't address these thing I doubt ill keep reading
January 20, 2026
Not worth it.
The book is very flat. There is not real structure to the MC. He has stats but they do not mean anything because we have nothing to gage them against. No one else has stats. Either he has infinite mana compared to others or he doesn't and has to drink potions. Make up my mind. I can rant on, but why bother.
The book is very flat. There is not real structure to the MC. He has stats but they do not mean anything because we have nothing to gage them against. No one else has stats. Either he has infinite mana compared to others or he doesn't and has to drink potions. Make up my mind. I can rant on, but why bother.
January 22, 2026
Awesome, just awesome!
I really enjoyed the second book. I can see by the chapter numbers that they were written together, the first and second book, based on the chapter numbers. I don’t think I’ve ever read a LitRPG book where the story streams through every move of the characters, every fight, and every construction scene. Extremely well written!
I really enjoyed the second book. I can see by the chapter numbers that they were written together, the first and second book, based on the chapter numbers. I don’t think I’ve ever read a LitRPG book where the story streams through every move of the characters, every fight, and every construction scene. Extremely well written!
January 24, 2026
Give me that third book!
Pretty good and I'm excited to see what's next. Ludger is getting stronger by the minute and now is dipping further into politics. Love to see it. Not just fighting and training but political intrigue. The author wants to spoil me I'm certain. Ugh I'm ready for more.
Pretty good and I'm excited to see what's next. Ludger is getting stronger by the minute and now is dipping further into politics. Love to see it. Not just fighting and training but political intrigue. The author wants to spoil me I'm certain. Ugh I'm ready for more.
February 1, 2026
Good story
The series is worth reading. Good characters and main character. The only stupid flaw is that the main character develops lot of abilities while only aging from 5 years old to 9 years old. He becomes a geo master in 6 months what normally takes 20 years. Aside from his rapid development the story was engaging.
The series is worth reading. Good characters and main character. The only stupid flaw is that the main character develops lot of abilities while only aging from 5 years old to 9 years old. He becomes a geo master in 6 months what normally takes 20 years. Aside from his rapid development the story was engaging.
February 16, 2026
another banger
I like this book because of the world building. I love how you’re using the history of our world and how violence only leads to more violence and at some point you have to make different choices or you’ll just be stuck in the same cycle over and over again, really great Reed for anybody who loves fantasy novels in my opinion.
I like this book because of the world building. I love how you’re using the history of our world and how violence only leads to more violence and at some point you have to make different choices or you’ll just be stuck in the same cycle over and over again, really great Reed for anybody who loves fantasy novels in my opinion.
February 22, 2026
Deep (and deeply involving) story
First, Not a standalone story. You NEED to have Read the first book for this one to make any sense. That said, it is very much worth any effort to get copies of both books! ... I recommend this series to anyone who enjoys tales of intrigue and strength building.
First, Not a standalone story. You NEED to have Read the first book for this one to make any sense. That said, it is very much worth any effort to get copies of both books! ... I recommend this series to anyone who enjoys tales of intrigue and strength building.
February 26, 2026
3.5
no character development
and Viola is getting on my nerves.
Also I think it’s AI generated, but that’s no big problem for me. But more and more parts of the story are told double, sometimes just after a few pages the same scene is starting over again - really confusing. The same with conversations…
no character development
and Viola is getting on my nerves.
Also I think it’s AI generated, but that’s no big problem for me. But more and more parts of the story are told double, sometimes just after a few pages the same scene is starting over again - really confusing. The same with conversations…
March 14, 2026
So much fun potential
Honestly the whole series needs to go back to the developmental editor. The release was clearly rushed and it shows. Lots of continuity breaks. Wrong weapon with wrong person kinda things. How many times does the author end a sentence with a comma?
There is much to like here but it is hampered by rushed execution.
Honestly the whole series needs to go back to the developmental editor. The release was clearly rushed and it shows. Lots of continuity breaks. Wrong weapon with wrong person kinda things. How many times does the author end a sentence with a comma?
There is much to like here but it is hampered by rushed execution.
March 17, 2026
Excellent series so far. I was skeptical about it when I first bought the first book, but it is definitely worth the read
Excellent series so far. Don’t let the title fool you, it’s well written. Yes, the main character is over powered, but within the context of the story, it’s believable. Well worth the money.
Excellent series so far. Don’t let the title fool you, it’s well written. Yes, the main character is over powered, but within the context of the story, it’s believable. Well worth the money.
January 8, 2026
Not a stand alone book
Good sequel. Continues well, but the farther I got the into it the more I realized this was an Anime battle. Power ups, skills, special maneuvers. Once I realized that this became a lot more fun to read.
Good sequel. Continues well, but the farther I got the into it the more I realized this was an Anime battle. Power ups, skills, special maneuvers. Once I realized that this became a lot more fun to read.
January 28, 2026
Viola is still obnoxious but allowing our main character to grow and evolve, leading to a Log Horizon-esque progression made it way more enjoyable. I’d love to see him grow and develop his skills more.
February 1, 2026
Fascinating ending
Honestly, not much happens in this book except for a lot of training. The book sort of feels either like one giant training montage or a checklist/manual on how to improve.
The ending of the book was more on the adventurous side.
Have fun!
Honestly, not much happens in this book except for a lot of training. The book sort of feels either like one giant training montage or a checklist/manual on how to improve.
The ending of the book was more on the adventurous side.
Have fun!
February 6, 2026
Wow. I liked this a whole lot more than I expected.
I'm very glad this series is continuing. It just keeps getting better and better. Great characterization and vivid depiction. A really good read.
I'm very glad this series is continuing. It just keeps getting better and better. Great characterization and vivid depiction. A really good read.
February 21, 2026
Great series!!
Great series so far and can't wait for more! Love the world building and both major and minor characters from book one to this one and looking forward to what Our does next!!😉
Great series so far and can't wait for more! Love the world building and both major and minor characters from book one to this one and looking forward to what Our does next!!😉
January 9, 2026
Can't wait for book three
I like how careful Lud is. Am looking forward to how the baby will change the family dynamics. And seeing how Lud navigates politics
I like how careful Lud is. Am looking forward to how the baby will change the family dynamics. And seeing how Lud navigates politics
January 9, 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!
January 14, 2026
read book one first
Another classic book in this progression series. Lots of great action. I like how even a child can make a difference in this world
Another classic book in this progression series. Lots of great action. I like how even a child can make a difference in this world
January 21, 2026
good book
I can’t wait for the next one in the series. It was a very good read. I read the series way too quickly.
I can’t wait for the next one in the series. It was a very good read. I read the series way too quickly.
January 25, 2026
Good but some minor consistency issues
Story is fun, but there are some minor inconsistencies. Not enough to break the story, but may annoy some readers.
Story is fun, but there are some minor inconsistencies. Not enough to break the story, but may annoy some readers.
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