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Elemental Mastery #1
Tempest
For all his twenty-one years, Zephyr has been a cultivator of the Carefree Path and a martial artist. He always assumed he would take the vows and become a monk, but his plans are thrown to the wind when he receives a letter from the Grand Sage to attend the Schools of Elemental Magic.
Gifted with the system known as the Codex of Ascension, Zephyr intends to master the various elements in record-breaking time. Alongside two other students who bear mysteriously similar origins, his school year promises to be more than he could have ever imagined.
Gifted with the system known as the Codex of Ascension, Zephyr intends to master the various elements in record-breaking time. Alongside two other students who bear mysteriously similar origins, his school year promises to be more than he could have ever imagined.
- GenresFantasy
526 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 13, 2022
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February 26, 2022
Just no
It started fine, but then nothing happened but op leveling. They went to the school and fell into a relationship ship with the first person they saw. More op leveling then they saved the day. The end.
It started fine, but then nothing happened but op leveling. They went to the school and fell into a relationship ship with the first person they saw. More op leveling then they saved the day. The end.
April 14, 2025
The book started out pretty interesting with three core characters that had interesting backgrounds and various strengths and weaknesses that compliments one another. The characters are the "chosen one" stereotype and are sent to get trained in the three core elemental magics. They will spend one year in each school while other mages typically spent two years. They also have limited magic training and instead bring a "different perspective." You get the idea and the cliche.
The story quickly falls apart after that. Despite being sent to school for a year, they basically learn close to fuck all at school and instead "learn" magic mostly from killing monsters and "grinding." Characters literally just pick up new spells from chatting with a senior student. Students and other mages that years of practice but the MCs will pick up new spells in 2 seconds just based on someone describing a spell to them. They quickly accend to archmage level spellcasters of the specific element within the year, just by killing things.
Book #1 is also filled with repetitive mentioning of the litRPG element which becomes extremely annoying after awhile. "Lightning Shield" is described like ten times throughout the book despite the purpose of the spell being very intuitive and obvious. "Lightning Infusion" is also described so many times despite it being very intuitive. There you have special item abilities or "class" abilities that are oddly named and unique but the author describes it once and expects you to just remember what on earth it does.
"0.1 essence orbs acquired" "0.1 essence orbs acquired""0.1 essence orbs acquired""0.1 essence orbs acquired""0.1 essence orbs acquired""0.1 essence orbs acquired"
Like serious. we get it. the MC power up by killing monsters. They gain essence orbs that can be used to power themselves up. God, you don't need to mention it every single time they kill somethings!
While busy padding his books with pointless repetitive mentioning of things, the author seem to completely forget to develop side characters. Aside from the three main characters everyone else in the book are like NPCs. Zero character development and probably the most cliche characters you can find in a fantasy book. The not so honest guy that's helping the MCs but might be hiding something. The crazy unprofessional headmaster of a mage school. The beautiful senior girl that quickly falls in love with the MC but also has a respected father/uncle that is protective of her that the MC has to navigate for like 3 minutes in the book.
The book felt like a JRPG where you grind fo 16 hours and get 30 minutes of story progression. The next two books are short though, according to audiobook time, Book 2 and 3 combined are the same length as Book 1.
The audiobook quality is also at best mid. The narrator struggles to maintain the same accent for each character.
The story quickly falls apart after that. Despite being sent to school for a year, they basically learn close to fuck all at school and instead "learn" magic mostly from killing monsters and "grinding." Characters literally just pick up new spells from chatting with a senior student. Students and other mages that years of practice but the MCs will pick up new spells in 2 seconds just based on someone describing a spell to them. They quickly accend to archmage level spellcasters of the specific element within the year, just by killing things.
Book #1 is also filled with repetitive mentioning of the litRPG element which becomes extremely annoying after awhile. "Lightning Shield" is described like ten times throughout the book despite the purpose of the spell being very intuitive and obvious. "Lightning Infusion" is also described so many times despite it being very intuitive. There you have special item abilities or "class" abilities that are oddly named and unique but the author describes it once and expects you to just remember what on earth it does.
"0.1 essence orbs acquired" "0.1 essence orbs acquired""0.1 essence orbs acquired""0.1 essence orbs acquired""0.1 essence orbs acquired""0.1 essence orbs acquired"
Like serious. we get it. the MC power up by killing monsters. They gain essence orbs that can be used to power themselves up. God, you don't need to mention it every single time they kill somethings!
While busy padding his books with pointless repetitive mentioning of things, the author seem to completely forget to develop side characters. Aside from the three main characters everyone else in the book are like NPCs. Zero character development and probably the most cliche characters you can find in a fantasy book. The not so honest guy that's helping the MCs but might be hiding something. The crazy unprofessional headmaster of a mage school. The beautiful senior girl that quickly falls in love with the MC but also has a respected father/uncle that is protective of her that the MC has to navigate for like 3 minutes in the book.
The book felt like a JRPG where you grind fo 16 hours and get 30 minutes of story progression. The next two books are short though, according to audiobook time, Book 2 and 3 combined are the same length as Book 1.
The audiobook quality is also at best mid. The narrator struggles to maintain the same accent for each character.
July 23, 2023
This is one of D.B. King's better fantasy-wuxia-cultivation-in-another-world novel series. So, you can imagine how bad the other stories, series, books are. It is well written, seems organized but for me, lacks a soul. Apparently a great magician is reincarnated (at least his powers/system is) into the two main characters, so they have Over-Powered skills and abilities, they go to a specialized school (Tempest School), and meh! It's really boring. Nothing of the main characters is interesting. Nothing in this story is interesting. It just goes on and on about how Zephyr and the girl Ranger, Nella, can do it all, better than all the teachers at the special magic Tempest School, etc. etc. etc. But what is the point of this story?? What are the motivations of the main characters??? They have the super powers, but have they done anything to deserve them?? It's like winning the lottery, without even having a ticket, or an idea that the lottery existed...There is hardly any world descriptions, character descriptions, there are no inside illustrations, maps, character summaries, to help contribute to the "world-building" of this fantasy other world.
So, this story seems flat to me. It needs a point, a reason to be different, unique, be interesting. and regrettably, in this first book of the Elemental Mastery, I could not find that spark, that point, the reason for being to this story series.
I do not recommend this Fantasy-Wuxia-Cultivation-Magic-Academy-novel series.
So, this story seems flat to me. It needs a point, a reason to be different, unique, be interesting. and regrettably, in this first book of the Elemental Mastery, I could not find that spark, that point, the reason for being to this story series.
I do not recommend this Fantasy-Wuxia-Cultivation-Magic-Academy-novel series.
February 19, 2022
An interesting mix of cultivation and gamelit
Despite the cover, this book actually has 3 main characters. Only Zephyr is actually a cultivator type, using internal energy etc. Things get interesting when the system is added in, since they and one other person are the only ones who have it.
Pros: Enjoyed the action and magic system, the world is also interesting. I liked the characters pretty well, though they fall into very well used lines. Possible fun plot twist coming in the future books as well, which if it goes down that way could be very interesting to see how the characters react.
Cons: While I liked the characters themselves ok, their interactions were a bit funky. Vincent is portrayed as this guy who’s oblivious to obvious innuendo and jokes, while Nella is this crass woman who is also painfully awkward around strangers and has strange anger issues? Grand Sage Avora is another of those characters you’d expect to see in a cheesy shonen anime.
Despite the cover, this book actually has 3 main characters. Only Zephyr is actually a cultivator type, using internal energy etc. Things get interesting when the system is added in, since they and one other person are the only ones who have it.
Pros: Enjoyed the action and magic system, the world is also interesting. I liked the characters pretty well, though they fall into very well used lines. Possible fun plot twist coming in the future books as well, which if it goes down that way could be very interesting to see how the characters react.
Cons: While I liked the characters themselves ok, their interactions were a bit funky. Vincent is portrayed as this guy who’s oblivious to obvious innuendo and jokes, while Nella is this crass woman who is also painfully awkward around strangers and has strange anger issues? Grand Sage Avora is another of those characters you’d expect to see in a cheesy shonen anime.
March 24, 2022
OK to start it's multi mc's not just one unfortunately & would be nice if Didn't make think was going to be just 1 mc in review when not, also is just me or do all author story seem kinda similar story wise mean at least do to me.
Could done with out Romance? Personally but The idea was good and started great shame didn't stay that way for me at least and it's and expensive ebook too, sorry just not worth price and honestly just not very good.
Not going get any offer books by this author they not for me & would not recommend them to anyone.
Could done with out Romance? Personally but The idea was good and started great shame didn't stay that way for me at least and it's and expensive ebook too, sorry just not worth price and honestly just not very good.
Not going get any offer books by this author they not for me & would not recommend them to anyone.
April 20, 2022
In my mind the book starts out really rough. Like the narrator was unsure of himself or the writer wasn't very good, I couldn't tell which, but it made the book feel really clunky. Like one of those badly done high-school plays you had to sit through. But I girded my loins and soldiered on.
I soon discovered that I didn't care about the production, as I had fallen in love with Zephyr and his two compatriots, as they battled through dungeon after dungeon and as the action heated up, the narration became fluid and was actually very good!
I soon discovered that I didn't care about the production, as I had fallen in love with Zephyr and his two compatriots, as they battled through dungeon after dungeon and as the action heated up, the narration became fluid and was actually very good!
May 4, 2022
These people need to ask more questions
Why isn’t a traitor in the ranks not more concerning to the mages? It’s pretty evident, and yet, does no one believe the three about who the traitor is? Or do they all simply figure that it’s a worry for another day?
Why aren’t the three MUCH more concerned about the information that the Shadowspawn was spouting? They’ve been told one narrative, but there were two who died in that ancient battle…
Why isn’t a traitor in the ranks not more concerning to the mages? It’s pretty evident, and yet, does no one believe the three about who the traitor is? Or do they all simply figure that it’s a worry for another day?
Why aren’t the three MUCH more concerned about the information that the Shadowspawn was spouting? They’ve been told one narrative, but there were two who died in that ancient battle…
February 21, 2022
always trust DB King
I read anything by DB King. This one started in an a-typical fashion for him, but really kicked up and was everything I wanted in a great lit rpg story at the 20% mark or so. There are some great surprises in the story too, so looking forward to the next in this series.
I read anything by DB King. This one started in an a-typical fashion for him, but really kicked up and was everything I wanted in a great lit rpg story at the 20% mark or so. There are some great surprises in the story too, so looking forward to the next in this series.
March 7, 2022
KU Review
Almost cultivation. Almost litrpg. Seems to work well. The unity of the main characters is pretty unique and their personalities interact in fun ways. Look forward to see where this goes.
As the title says this is a review for Kindle Unlimited and as such is a reflection of my enjoyment of the book and in no way reflects cost to value analysis.
Almost cultivation. Almost litrpg. Seems to work well. The unity of the main characters is pretty unique and their personalities interact in fun ways. Look forward to see where this goes.
As the title says this is a review for Kindle Unlimited and as such is a reflection of my enjoyment of the book and in no way reflects cost to value analysis.
March 28, 2025
Three students from very different wslks of life get pulled into a magic school. They find that they are a reborn soul split in three, and they have the ability to save humanity from the great evils trying to destroy it.
The story was good, characters interesting enough. A little slow in parts, but overall an enjoyable listen.
The story was good, characters interesting enough. A little slow in parts, but overall an enjoyable listen.
February 19, 2022
Great book!
Tempest is the best Dante King book I've read. I'm not crazy about the harem aspect of King's other books, but I like the stories he tells. Tempest strips away the pages wanted on explicit scenes, replacing them with more great story.
Tempest is the best Dante King book I've read. I'm not crazy about the harem aspect of King's other books, but I like the stories he tells. Tempest strips away the pages wanted on explicit scenes, replacing them with more great story.
March 23, 2022
Overall, A great read...
Overall, this is a great read; although a little repetitive at times. I felt the characters and plot lines could have advanced faster within the story line, and a less narrative about the essence orbs, etc..
Overall, this is a great read; although a little repetitive at times. I felt the characters and plot lines could have advanced faster within the story line, and a less narrative about the essence orbs, etc..
February 15, 2022
amazing new story from DB King
Love the magic system in this story and the intriguing twists are a lot of fun. Can’t wait for the next book in the series.
Love the magic system in this story and the intriguing twists are a lot of fun. Can’t wait for the next book in the series.
February 15, 2022
Another great book
Just another great book an great read by this Arthor if ur looking for a book with Well-thought-out characters and plot this author knows how to do it.
Just another great book an great read by this Arthor if ur looking for a book with Well-thought-out characters and plot this author knows how to do it.
February 16, 2022
Amazing
Great storyline! The characters opinions change really quick, but all in all it is a great book and he is a great author
Great storyline! The characters opinions change really quick, but all in all it is a great book and he is a great author
February 16, 2022
No thanks
Could not finish, the overwhelming detail of detail. I am a big fan but this one just seems to eat it's own tail.😒
Could not finish, the overwhelming detail of detail. I am a big fan but this one just seems to eat it's own tail.😒
February 17, 2022
Good book
Much better than his other mage books this one was interesting and easy to readi had allmkst given up on this writers works but this one changed everthing
Much better than his other mage books this one was interesting and easy to readi had allmkst given up on this writers works but this one changed everthing
February 17, 2022
Tempest #1
If you enjoy magic, then this is the book for you. This is not a usual book by this author of another name. The book is good. Grab a copy and read.
If you enjoy magic, then this is the book for you. This is not a usual book by this author of another name. The book is good. Grab a copy and read.
February 23, 2022
Great read
Accepts quickly become mages of battle, and have no shortage of Black guard fiends to overcome. They grow stronger and more deadly with each encounter.
Accepts quickly become mages of battle, and have no shortage of Black guard fiends to overcome. They grow stronger and more deadly with each encounter.
February 26, 2022
Unique
It has its moments. Fairly well written and unique. The characters are ok with some depth.cant rave but it was something to read.
It has its moments. Fairly well written and unique. The characters are ok with some depth.cant rave but it was something to read.
March 2, 2022
Excellent!
Fantastic read! I absolutely loved it! I can not wait for the next one to be release! Such great characters in this book!
Fantastic read! I absolutely loved it! I can not wait for the next one to be release! Such great characters in this book!
March 4, 2022
Very good read
I enjoyed reading this book very much and I recommend this book to anyone who like LitRPG and progression type of books with lots of action.
I enjoyed reading this book very much and I recommend this book to anyone who like LitRPG and progression type of books with lots of action.
March 10, 2022
Fucking Amazing!!
From the very first page, I loved the story that unfolded before my eyes. I have already ordered book two, can't wait til April.
From the very first page, I loved the story that unfolded before my eyes. I have already ordered book two, can't wait til April.
April 22, 2022
Good
Solid book that is written well. No crazy grammatical errors to pull you from the story. Well written characters with flaws.
Solid book that is written well. No crazy grammatical errors to pull you from the story. Well written characters with flaws.
July 30, 2023
Wasn't very good, but I did finish the book. I will not be reading any more of the series as it just didn't grab my interest.
April 11, 2022
Good read
Some of the aspects of the story were a little confusing, but the characters were good. I like strong people, but with flaws like the rest of us. It makes them more believable. I plan to read the next one.
Some of the aspects of the story were a little confusing, but the characters were good. I like strong people, but with flaws like the rest of us. It makes them more believable. I plan to read the next one.
June 16, 2022
Listened to Tempest (Elemental Mastery #1) on audible and I absolutely loved it. Can't wait until the next one comes out. :)
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