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The World #8
Neck-Deep In It
Logging into The World, Startum Ironwolf and his friends barely flee Palnisdale ahead of the Northern Invaders. Their only chance to survive is to somehow stay ahead of the Orcish horde long enough to reach the ships waiting for them in Darom. An all but impossible task with the port city being nearly a two-day run away. Somehow, Startum must come up with a way to do the impossible or lose everything.
WARNING: This is a GameLit/LitRPG story and contains explicit intimate relations, explicit violence, explicit expletives, cussing and swearing, explicit hacking and slashing, betrayals, pant wetting, improper use of motorcycles, general speeding, polyamory, theft, arson, egg-laying, open relationships, power leveling, twinking, PVP, ogling of demi-humans, ogling of humanoids, ogling of monsters, PVE, spawn camping, trespassing, dwarf tossing, cell phone hacking, account hacking, attempted rape, adult situations, violations of civilian rights, a dire wolf with an attitude, infidelity, bawdy relations with Orcs, Goblins, Trolls, Beastkin, Gnomes, Dwarves, Elves and monsters, MMORPG-style violence, allusions to nonconsensual relations, consensual relations, wolves and bears as pets, nudity and nakedness, no bras, naked raids, murder, attempted murder, atheism, rationalizations, man-handling, decapitations, pirate on pirate violence, gossiping, defenestration, sexual harassment, religious rationalizations, unusual morals, NPC relations, player relations, possible centaur riding, stalking, looting, womanizing, mansplaining, bribery, LAN parties, fantasy depictions of mages and warriors, highly risqué fantasy gaming tropes, personal rants, assault and battery, stabbings, cannibalism, general mayhem, specific mayhem, immolations, explosions, siege weapons of mass destruction, existential discussions, controversial topics of sci-fi fandom, real-world intimate relationships, in-game intimate relationships, playing the field, disrespect for authority, womansplaining, realm invasions, mind control fears, bad tempered marines, conspiracy theories, cohabitation, men playing women, digital prostitution, exsanguinations, women playing men, references to science fiction literature and television, references to gaming, playing MMOs for too many hours straight, government surveillance, jelly donuts, inappropriate gaming names, player abuse, interrogations and torture, chest ogling, grocery store misconduct, talking on a cell in public, relational misconduct, magic misconduct, fangs, general misconduct, voyeurism, making out sessions, heavy petting, insanity, random violence, promiscuity, werewolves and vampires that like to kill, evil gnolls and goblins, good orcs and bad orcs, too much drinking, dismemberment, abuse of authority, abuse of popularity, electrocutions, freeze blasts, arcane explosions, destruction of property, public indecency, annoying escort quests, rezzing and resurrections, castle sieging, city ransacking, slavery, raping and pillaging, role-playing, abuse, crazy ex-girlfriend flashbacks, nutshots and eye poking, the stabbing of private organs, pick-up groups, fast-moving zombies, hunting for food and xp, excessive violence, bareback riding, troll hating, camping, griefing, obstruction of justice, justified vengeance, biting, backstabbing, clawing, trash-talking, open-minded discussions, bitching, close-minded hate, personal opinions, and anything else offensive I may have forgotten to mention. Read at your own risk.
WARNING: This is a GameLit/LitRPG story and contains explicit intimate relations, explicit violence, explicit expletives, cussing and swearing, explicit hacking and slashing, betrayals, pant wetting, improper use of motorcycles, general speeding, polyamory, theft, arson, egg-laying, open relationships, power leveling, twinking, PVP, ogling of demi-humans, ogling of humanoids, ogling of monsters, PVE, spawn camping, trespassing, dwarf tossing, cell phone hacking, account hacking, attempted rape, adult situations, violations of civilian rights, a dire wolf with an attitude, infidelity, bawdy relations with Orcs, Goblins, Trolls, Beastkin, Gnomes, Dwarves, Elves and monsters, MMORPG-style violence, allusions to nonconsensual relations, consensual relations, wolves and bears as pets, nudity and nakedness, no bras, naked raids, murder, attempted murder, atheism, rationalizations, man-handling, decapitations, pirate on pirate violence, gossiping, defenestration, sexual harassment, religious rationalizations, unusual morals, NPC relations, player relations, possible centaur riding, stalking, looting, womanizing, mansplaining, bribery, LAN parties, fantasy depictions of mages and warriors, highly risqué fantasy gaming tropes, personal rants, assault and battery, stabbings, cannibalism, general mayhem, specific mayhem, immolations, explosions, siege weapons of mass destruction, existential discussions, controversial topics of sci-fi fandom, real-world intimate relationships, in-game intimate relationships, playing the field, disrespect for authority, womansplaining, realm invasions, mind control fears, bad tempered marines, conspiracy theories, cohabitation, men playing women, digital prostitution, exsanguinations, women playing men, references to science fiction literature and television, references to gaming, playing MMOs for too many hours straight, government surveillance, jelly donuts, inappropriate gaming names, player abuse, interrogations and torture, chest ogling, grocery store misconduct, talking on a cell in public, relational misconduct, magic misconduct, fangs, general misconduct, voyeurism, making out sessions, heavy petting, insanity, random violence, promiscuity, werewolves and vampires that like to kill, evil gnolls and goblins, good orcs and bad orcs, too much drinking, dismemberment, abuse of authority, abuse of popularity, electrocutions, freeze blasts, arcane explosions, destruction of property, public indecency, annoying escort quests, rezzing and resurrections, castle sieging, city ransacking, slavery, raping and pillaging, role-playing, abuse, crazy ex-girlfriend flashbacks, nutshots and eye poking, the stabbing of private organs, pick-up groups, fast-moving zombies, hunting for food and xp, excessive violence, bareback riding, troll hating, camping, griefing, obstruction of justice, justified vengeance, biting, backstabbing, clawing, trash-talking, open-minded discussions, bitching, close-minded hate, personal opinions, and anything else offensive I may have forgotten to mention. Read at your own risk.
810 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 28, 2021
214 people are currently reading
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About the author
Jason A. Cheek
25 books278 followersJason A. Cheek, author of The World and The Last Paladin Series, lives in Germany due to his current job assignment. He lives with his wife and daughter, along with their two dogs Monte and Melow. Originally from West Palm Beach, Jason was born in Florida.
Interested in martial arts, swords, archery, Dungeon & Dragons, the SCA (Society of Creative Anachronisms), reading Sci-Fi and Fantasy, Jason became a computer gamer after leaving the Army. Paying his own way through college while working as a waiter, he studied to become an Occupational Therapist Assistant.
Teaching himself computers and networking on his own time. Jason changed career paths, becoming a Regional Systems Administrator several years later. During this time, he played many hours of first person shooters and strategy games at LAN parties around the United States or logged into Anarchy Online and World of Warcraft leading his guilds.
Excelling in his career as an Information Technology Specialist, Jason became a Microsoft Certified Systems Security Engineer and VMware Certified Professional, furthering his knowledge by learning new technology whenever possible.
Expanding his horizons, Jason became interested in extreme sports and traveling. Finding a job that allowed him to travel around the world while working on computers, he taught himself German and Polish and met his wife Anja.
Always interested in writing, Jason began his first novel called Flight, Book One of The Last Paladin Series, in 2013 and self-published the next year in 2014. He went on to continue writing, releasing the popular series The World in 2018.
Interested in martial arts, swords, archery, Dungeon & Dragons, the SCA (Society of Creative Anachronisms), reading Sci-Fi and Fantasy, Jason became a computer gamer after leaving the Army. Paying his own way through college while working as a waiter, he studied to become an Occupational Therapist Assistant.
Teaching himself computers and networking on his own time. Jason changed career paths, becoming a Regional Systems Administrator several years later. During this time, he played many hours of first person shooters and strategy games at LAN parties around the United States or logged into Anarchy Online and World of Warcraft leading his guilds.
Excelling in his career as an Information Technology Specialist, Jason became a Microsoft Certified Systems Security Engineer and VMware Certified Professional, furthering his knowledge by learning new technology whenever possible.
Expanding his horizons, Jason became interested in extreme sports and traveling. Finding a job that allowed him to travel around the world while working on computers, he taught himself German and Polish and met his wife Anja.
Always interested in writing, Jason began his first novel called Flight, Book One of The Last Paladin Series, in 2013 and self-published the next year in 2014. He went on to continue writing, releasing the popular series The World in 2018.
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July 1, 2021
Cheeks blows it out of the water again
. Constantly impressed by the way he weaves all the threads into such an impressive tapestry. One of the best things about this series is the way the characters are based on real people. As a long time gamer my friends share a lot of the same traits. It's almost like playing at my basement table again.
. Constantly impressed by the way he weaves all the threads into such an impressive tapestry. One of the best things about this series is the way the characters are based on real people. As a long time gamer my friends share a lot of the same traits. It's almost like playing at my basement table again.
July 2, 2021
This book is LitRPG '24' style with the entire book taking place in one day. All the main and sub arcs are advanced. I cannot wait until some of the subarcs tie together in future books. The action sequences and universe building are well done. The book might seem lengthy but I found it to be a quick read as I was fully captivated with the stories. When is the next book?!?!
July 4, 2021
Multifaceted goodness
I hope I never cease to be impressed at an author's ability to manage multiple related storylines in a way that you never lose track of them individually or how they fit together to make up a single story. Way beyond something I'm capable of doing. And dang! This is such a fun story to follow. Definitely a favorite.
I hope I never cease to be impressed at an author's ability to manage multiple related storylines in a way that you never lose track of them individually or how they fit together to make up a single story. Way beyond something I'm capable of doing. And dang! This is such a fun story to follow. Definitely a favorite.
July 2, 2021
Awesome new entry in a must read series!
I have read all 8 books and with each entry I am drawn in further and can’t wait for the next book!
I have read all 8 books and with each entry I am drawn in further and can’t wait for the next book!
July 8, 2021
Alert
“This was a fun book. I am glad that I read it. You should try it too.”
I am not going to share my reasoning, thoughts on the book, or any opinions that would influence your decision to read it. I am simply saying that I liked it. I would like you to read it and make your own decision. After all, you are a much better judge of what you will like than anyone here.
I will happily discuss the book with you on Goodreads if you are so inclined. As always, I am open to debates and arguments, but also vain enough to seek acknowledgement, so feel free to roast me or applaud my efforts. Either is acceptable, because if you are paying attention to me then you are at least considering the book. And THAT my friends is exactly why you see my comments here.
Cheers
“This was a fun book. I am glad that I read it. You should try it too.”
I am not going to share my reasoning, thoughts on the book, or any opinions that would influence your decision to read it. I am simply saying that I liked it. I would like you to read it and make your own decision. After all, you are a much better judge of what you will like than anyone here.
I will happily discuss the book with you on Goodreads if you are so inclined. As always, I am open to debates and arguments, but also vain enough to seek acknowledgement, so feel free to roast me or applaud my efforts. Either is acceptable, because if you are paying attention to me then you are at least considering the book. And THAT my friends is exactly why you see my comments here.
Cheers
July 21, 2021
Another awesome installment.
I love these books. They get better every time. The world building is great and the mass battle, pvp and pve battles are well written. I would have loved seeing skill grinding more but with all that is happening in the story I can understand why not.
I love these books. They get better every time. The world building is great and the mass battle, pvp and pve battles are well written. I would have loved seeing skill grinding more but with all that is happening in the story I can understand why not.
August 7, 2021
My only complaint is complaint is I have to wait for the next one.
Another fun read with great humor and a lot of action. I find myself laughing at so many of the old school gamer tidbits thrown in every in these books.
Another fun read with great humor and a lot of action. I find myself laughing at so many of the old school gamer tidbits thrown in every in these books.
July 28, 2021
Fast paced return of a great series
It has been awhile but the book felt like a seamless return to one of my favorite series. I didn't realize there was a character guide until the end of the book, which would have helped. The large number of characters and multiple storylines blending together builds a fascinating world. Hopefully the next book is much sooner.
It has been awhile but the book felt like a seamless return to one of my favorite series. I didn't realize there was a character guide until the end of the book, which would have helped. The large number of characters and multiple storylines blending together builds a fascinating world. Hopefully the next book is much sooner.
July 29, 2021
Wonderfully filling
Sometimes when you read a book the end is too soon or the book left you wanting. This books only makes me excited for The next one but fully satiated my need for The World. Love these series!
Sometimes when you read a book the end is too soon or the book left you wanting. This books only makes me excited for The next one but fully satiated my need for The World. Love these series!
July 30, 2021
Multiple stories
I loved each storyline, but I wish that they had been standalone short stories or a different series running in parallel.
I loved each storyline, but I wish that they had been standalone short stories or a different series running in parallel.
July 10, 2021
Okay
One more book, one more day. I’m hoping the author will pick up the pace a bit. Also, crazy that the MC receives so much hate from admin with no oversight on the ex-girlfriend. Seems unbalanced to me but the story is still good.
One more book, one more day. I’m hoping the author will pick up the pace a bit. Also, crazy that the MC receives so much hate from admin with no oversight on the ex-girlfriend. Seems unbalanced to me but the story is still good.
July 21, 2021
Great day
This story covers one day. A lot can happen in a day and it does. Well worth read and can't wait for the next one
This story covers one day. A lot can happen in a day and it does. Well worth read and can't wait for the next one
July 9, 2021
I have nothing but respect for you!
Hi Jason!!!! I'm so glad you're doing so well. Now that I know I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I love this series and can't wait to read more books!!!!!
Hi Jason!!!! I'm so glad you're doing so well. Now that I know I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I love this series and can't wait to read more books!!!!!
July 18, 2021
Still awesome
Well there are way too many characters in the series, they are all of high quality with lots of interesting interactions between them. As for The World. I want to play there.
Well there are way too many characters in the series, they are all of high quality with lots of interesting interactions between them. As for The World. I want to play there.
July 10, 2021
Action from first chapter
This author has delivered so well in this installment. Fast paced, bloody action fighting to get back to Startums keep. Characters are explained and loved more, even from first little girl from first book. Author loves his characters and allows readers to continue to live them.
Recommend this series to any reader that loves epic books.
Hobgoblins. Massive invasions of over powered Orcs. This book is a rollercoaster of fun.
Cannot wait for next book. Thank you Jason Creek for writing such an epic series.
This author has delivered so well in this installment. Fast paced, bloody action fighting to get back to Startums keep. Characters are explained and loved more, even from first little girl from first book. Author loves his characters and allows readers to continue to live them.
Recommend this series to any reader that loves epic books.
Hobgoblins. Massive invasions of over powered Orcs. This book is a rollercoaster of fun.
Cannot wait for next book. Thank you Jason Creek for writing such an epic series.
July 4, 2021
Okay, this one needs some explaining.
I greatly enjoyed the first few books in this series. They focused on the World and the complexities in it. When the focus shifted to the players, I disliked it immensely. The ever expanding cast and involved antics made for a difficult read. Now, focus is back on the World and it's inhabitants. Also the way the story breaks up into sections makes following along much easier. Overall I feel the tone has shifted back to the way it was at the start of the series and I am very happy with it.
I greatly enjoyed the first few books in this series. They focused on the World and the complexities in it. When the focus shifted to the players, I disliked it immensely. The ever expanding cast and involved antics made for a difficult read. Now, focus is back on the World and it's inhabitants. Also the way the story breaks up into sections makes following along much easier. Overall I feel the tone has shifted back to the way it was at the start of the series and I am very happy with it.
July 7, 2021
Well I love it!
But I would love more than a day in the world. You did a great job of telling story and I will be reading anything that you write.
But I would love more than a day in the world. You did a great job of telling story and I will be reading anything that you write.
July 8, 2021
I want to join!!!!
Love this series. Great stories interweaving in a huge MMO world. Gamers gaming with friends. Wish I could log in with them. Eagerly awaiting next!!!
Love this series. Great stories interweaving in a huge MMO world. Gamers gaming with friends. Wish I could log in with them. Eagerly awaiting next!!!
July 5, 2021
Another Page Turner
Jason has created an amazingly vivid and spectacular world that sucks you in and leaves you wanting more every time. I wanted to cry when I finished this book because I don’t want the story to end! Another great book in the series. Sit back and make some time, your not going to want to put it down once you start.
Jason has created an amazingly vivid and spectacular world that sucks you in and leaves you wanting more every time. I wanted to cry when I finished this book because I don’t want the story to end! Another great book in the series. Sit back and make some time, your not going to want to put it down once you start.
July 5, 2021
Love it!
Once again the author takes us through a day in The World video game with intense action, great characters, and a fantastic story that I just can't get enough of. This series has been at the absolute top of my favorites list since I read book one. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes game lit.
Once again the author takes us through a day in The World video game with intense action, great characters, and a fantastic story that I just can't get enough of. This series has been at the absolute top of my favorites list since I read book one. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes game lit.
July 5, 2021
Enjoyed!
I did enjoy this book alot. I am hoping the next comes out soon. I also hope rani gets a cumuppance. She's annoying. Phoenix is my fav character lol!
I did enjoy this book alot. I am hoping the next comes out soon. I also hope rani gets a cumuppance. She's annoying. Phoenix is my fav character lol!
July 9, 2021
One of the best authors out there
I need you to live until this series is complete, even if you do have to write one hundred books
I need you to live until this series is complete, even if you do have to write one hundred books
January 30, 2022
Story line
I like the story line since it doesn't go into darkness but stays at a level of combat and comradery.
I like the story line since it doesn't go into darkness but stays at a level of combat and comradery.
August 8, 2021
Awesome Actually Fan~tastic
This story of a small guild going pro in a new game world while fighting a large guild of mercenary corporate sabotaging player killers was a very interesting read.
Funny how established Authors resemble the PK’ers and the MC is like indie Author.
I really thought the technology was either aliens or alternative reality but with the Admin interface that ship mostly sailed. I thought it was Avatar like world.
This story of a small guild going pro in a new game world while fighting a large guild of mercenary corporate sabotaging player killers was a very interesting read.
Funny how established Authors resemble the PK’ers and the MC is like indie Author.
I really thought the technology was either aliens or alternative reality but with the Admin interface that ship mostly sailed. I thought it was Avatar like world.
November 4, 2021
Epic, where others have tried. Mr creek, Dominates!!!
Five stars, simply epic. Others have leveled there character but this guy does everything right especially the character sheet at the end. If there was a downside to these books it's that there's only 8 right now.
If you like fantasy, ever played a video game, or have read a book, you know honestly these books could be the reason people teach dogs to read. There isn't any one I wouldn't recommend them to.
Five stars, simply epic. Others have leveled there character but this guy does everything right especially the character sheet at the end. If there was a downside to these books it's that there's only 8 right now.
If you like fantasy, ever played a video game, or have read a book, you know honestly these books could be the reason people teach dogs to read. There isn't any one I wouldn't recommend them to.
August 6, 2021
Great Story
I have enjoyed this series and am looking forward to the next book. Star's ability to think outside the box is always fun to read. I hope that the game developers figure out what Julie is up to and whomever is behind it before long. Thanks Jason for the great read, a I hope you have completely recovered you health after you MI.
I have enjoyed this series and am looking forward to the next book. Star's ability to think outside the box is always fun to read. I hope that the game developers figure out what Julie is up to and whomever is behind it before long. Thanks Jason for the great read, a I hope you have completely recovered you health after you MI.
October 28, 2021
Just better and better
Man, these books just keep getting better and better. The intricacies of the storylines, the tactics used in the PVP, these are just some of the things I love about this book. This is honestly one of the best LitRPG books I’ve read. I am highly impressed by the skill needed by this author to write these out so quickly as well as being so highly detailed.
Man, these books just keep getting better and better. The intricacies of the storylines, the tactics used in the PVP, these are just some of the things I love about this book. This is honestly one of the best LitRPG books I’ve read. I am highly impressed by the skill needed by this author to write these out so quickly as well as being so highly detailed.
December 7, 2022
I'm totally hooked on this series. 'Neck-Deep' successfully progresses the story forward with enough new development to keep me entertained and intrigued. Written with such an authentic feel and palpable compassion for gaming- it makes me feel like I'm in there with the characters. which is pretty cool.
August 3, 2021
Long awaited…
…and much appreciated. A great continuation of an interesting story. I’m glad Jason is still with us to continue the saga of The World! Keep writing and I’ll keep reading!!!
…and much appreciated. A great continuation of an interesting story. I’m glad Jason is still with us to continue the saga of The World! Keep writing and I’ll keep reading!!!
August 19, 2021
Stick the the Main Character please
I cannot believe we were given over 400 pages of side character plot lines. I don't care about Zeven or Jodi, I want to see Star's POV. A chapter or two of side character is fine, BUT HALF THE BOOK IS SIDE CHARACTER.
I cannot believe we were given over 400 pages of side character plot lines. I don't care about Zeven or Jodi, I want to see Star's POV. A chapter or two of side character is fine, BUT HALF THE BOOK IS SIDE CHARACTER.
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