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Etherious: The System's Descent #5
Etherious: Fringe Walker
Arthur Ward is an Originator, the Biblical Adam to an entirely new species.
A sector-wide bounty has been placed on Arthur's head. His Origin blood promises power to anyone strong enough to claim it.
Arthur finally knows why the System was created. The realm itself is at war, one that has spanned millennia and continues to rage on. Integrated reality is losing badly, and the stench of corruption taints everything. Arthur thought he'd finally earned some peace and quiet. Reality isn't so forgiving.
Hounded and hunted, Arthur must learn what it means to be truly unique. The System has made him the greatest prey seen in generations.
There are easier ways to die than coming after The Perfect Homunculus.
This is the fifth book in a LitRPG Fantasy series with 800,000 views on Royalroad. Perfect for fans of Defiance of the Fall, The Primal Hunter, and Ultimate Level 1!
Credit to my brother for the beautiful front cover, made with one of his Mandela artworks.
What to
-MC with multiple magic affinities
-A main character who has learned Muay Thai
-A combination of human progression mixed with monster core consumption
-Title collection
-No Harem
A sector-wide bounty has been placed on Arthur's head. His Origin blood promises power to anyone strong enough to claim it.
Arthur finally knows why the System was created. The realm itself is at war, one that has spanned millennia and continues to rage on. Integrated reality is losing badly, and the stench of corruption taints everything. Arthur thought he'd finally earned some peace and quiet. Reality isn't so forgiving.
Hounded and hunted, Arthur must learn what it means to be truly unique. The System has made him the greatest prey seen in generations.
There are easier ways to die than coming after The Perfect Homunculus.
This is the fifth book in a LitRPG Fantasy series with 800,000 views on Royalroad. Perfect for fans of Defiance of the Fall, The Primal Hunter, and Ultimate Level 1!
Credit to my brother for the beautiful front cover, made with one of his Mandela artworks.
What to
-MC with multiple magic affinities
-A main character who has learned Muay Thai
-A combination of human progression mixed with monster core consumption
-Title collection
-No Harem
497 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 26, 2026
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March 27, 2026
rough
I think this would be easier to read as a continuous series. Or maybe I am extra distractable today.
OP MC becomes even more ridiculously OP. Everything is moving fast—his enemies and his allies.
I’ll get the next one. Curious to see how Arthur is going to make a mess next.
I think this would be easier to read as a continuous series. Or maybe I am extra distractable today.
OP MC becomes even more ridiculously OP. Everything is moving fast—his enemies and his allies.
I’ll get the next one. Curious to see how Arthur is going to make a mess next.
March 28, 2026
Excellent 5th Book
Anyone who fails to give this series at least 4 Stars (Id say 5 but that's me) should be incarcerated. Great writing, no grammatical errors to break me out of the storyline. Editing is good enough such that I didn't notice issues. The MC is definitely overpowered but not such the he cruises through life unscathed.
The only downside is waiting a year for the 6th installment!!
Anyone who fails to give this series at least 4 Stars (Id say 5 but that's me) should be incarcerated. Great writing, no grammatical errors to break me out of the storyline. Editing is good enough such that I didn't notice issues. The MC is definitely overpowered but not such the he cruises through life unscathed.
The only downside is waiting a year for the 6th installment!!
March 27, 2026
Fantastic Series
I've read a bunch of litrpg stories and this one, is good. I'm not the biggest fan of Earth introduction to the multi verse trope, Oath of the Survivor is good, but when written well, they're captivating. This story weaves in acts with fantasy to the point that a reader could be forgiven for thinking it plausible. Which makes for a very good read. Eagerly awaiting the next book!
I've read a bunch of litrpg stories and this one, is good. I'm not the biggest fan of Earth introduction to the multi verse trope, Oath of the Survivor is good, but when written well, they're captivating. This story weaves in acts with fantasy to the point that a reader could be forgiven for thinking it plausible. Which makes for a very good read. Eagerly awaiting the next book!
April 25, 2026
this is fun so far, though getting complicated
Another good entry in the series, with the usual shenanigans that come from following the “there is always something bigger” storyline. Hard for the OP-ness to not overshadow the characters but a worthy attempt is being made. Thanks to the author, this series remains fun.
Another good entry in the series, with the usual shenanigans that come from following the “there is always something bigger” storyline. Hard for the OP-ness to not overshadow the characters but a worthy attempt is being made. Thanks to the author, this series remains fun.
April 28, 2026
Fantastic series, can't wait for more!
This author has created a great story here. I've read many litRPG novels, and this story is well constructed with engaging characters and an ongoing evolution that's enjoyable throughout the series. I honestly couldn't put it down. A must read in my opinion
Looking forward to the continuation of Arthur's story!
This author has created a great story here. I've read many litRPG novels, and this story is well constructed with engaging characters and an ongoing evolution that's enjoyable throughout the series. I honestly couldn't put it down. A must read in my opinion
Looking forward to the continuation of Arthur's story!
March 31, 2026
Fun book
Overpowered protagonist with suitably overpowered problems, definitely a fun read. It stays fresh and exciting, comes close to the main character being too powerful for the situation, but doesn't quite get there. Worth a read.
Overpowered protagonist with suitably overpowered problems, definitely a fun read. It stays fresh and exciting, comes close to the main character being too powerful for the situation, but doesn't quite get there. Worth a read.
April 2, 2026
It is a fairly good read for a LitRPG
Decent story for a LitRPG. If you like an OP main character that still has a little difficulty this is a good read. The humor is good and the story is entertaining.
Decent story for a LitRPG. If you like an OP main character that still has a little difficulty this is a good read. The humor is good and the story is entertaining.
April 10, 2026
I looooove this book
This whole series has incredible writing and is one of the best litrpg series I've read, the tension that is kept the whole time is incredible and I will definitely read the next book in the series.
This whole series has incredible writing and is one of the best litrpg series I've read, the tension that is kept the whole time is incredible and I will definitely read the next book in the series.
April 16, 2026
a wild ride
I can’t wait for the next book. I found this series a week ago and I just finished. I love the character building and the power ups. I’ve been reading LitRPG for a while and haven’t come across something like this.
I can’t wait for the next book. I found this series a week ago and I just finished. I love the character building and the power ups. I’ve been reading LitRPG for a while and haven’t come across something like this.
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March 26, 2026A very good book. Kinda reminds me of jack rust vs the animal kingdom, iykyk.
March 27, 2026
loved it!
Absolutely love this series! They can’t come out fast enough! I’m so thankful for the summary of events so far to catch me up again. Can’t wait for the next one!
Absolutely love this series! They can’t come out fast enough! I’m so thankful for the summary of events so far to catch me up again. Can’t wait for the next one!
March 27, 2026
another great book in this brilliant series
I love the journey of the MC and the storyline is full of great characters and twists and turns . Can’t wait for the next book.
I love the journey of the MC and the storyline is full of great characters and twists and turns . Can’t wait for the next book.
March 28, 2026
Great continuation of the series
Great continuation of the series. Well done. I truly can't wait to read the next book in the series when it comes out.
Great continuation of the series. Well done. I truly can't wait to read the next book in the series when it comes out.
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March 30, 2026Very good series
Really enjoy this series. Interesting system and world. Like the MC and the supporting characters. Hopefully it won't be to long til the next book.
Really enjoy this series. Interesting system and world. Like the MC and the supporting characters. Hopefully it won't be to long til the next book.
April 2, 2026
Great book
Stellar work once again from Em Es! Lots of action and adventure, magic and monsters. Looking forward to the next one.
Stellar work once again from Em Es! Lots of action and adventure, magic and monsters. Looking forward to the next one.
April 3, 2026
Great book
The only problem I had with this book is when I finished it and now have wait god how till the next I really love this series
The only problem I had with this book is when I finished it and now have wait god how till the next I really love this series
April 8, 2026
another good one
I like the series very much. Good side cast and does not pull from the story line. Give it a go.
I like the series very much. Good side cast and does not pull from the story line. Give it a go.
April 9, 2026
good continuation of series
I enjoyed this book which seemed too short as finished in less than a day. Now waiting on the next one.
I enjoyed this book which seemed too short as finished in less than a day. Now waiting on the next one.
May 2, 2026
thank you for writing book 5
em es
delicious as always
Hope that IRL has gotten less hectic for you
May the blessing of equanimity become your domain
em es
delicious as always
Hope that IRL has gotten less hectic for you
May the blessing of equanimity become your domain
April 25, 2026
very quick developments
This book is very good but my only issue is we don’t get any time to enjoy the different areas or characters. Everything just moves so fast.
This book is very good but my only issue is we don’t get any time to enjoy the different areas or characters. Everything just moves so fast.
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