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The World #11
Unforeseen Path
After sacrificing himself to the Wyrm-Ghast so that his people could escape Darom, Startum Ironwolf has been left behind on the western side of the Nordic Region with Phoenix, Neristhana, Helgath, and Neysa. Before going after his Battle Mage Class, Star has offered to assist Töten Feinde in recovering his stronghold before time runs out.
Unfortunately, things never seem to go as planned, especially not with the bounty that has been placed on his head by the Chaos Storm Alliance. Along the way, Star meets new friends and enemies while battling against the challenges that The World keeps throwing at him. If he’s not on the top of his game, Star could lose someone very close to him and be blocked from acquiring his new class.
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.
Unfortunately, things never seem to go as planned, especially not with the bounty that has been placed on his head by the Chaos Storm Alliance. Along the way, Star meets new friends and enemies while battling against the challenges that The World keeps throwing at him. If he’s not on the top of his game, Star could lose someone very close to him and be blocked from acquiring his new class.
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.
701 pages, Paperback
First published September 20, 2022
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About the author
Jason A. Cheek
22 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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October 17, 2022
Love the multiple plots and Jason's non-redundant approach
I love how the various charicter plots are coming tegether. Jason's method makes for an exciting read that keeps me tuned in. I also really appreciate not having to read through redundant charicter details and gaming mechanics. Thank you Jason; your readers are not idiots. If you like great stories that capture your imagination and charicter with a righteous moral compass that point to True North, then Jason is the author for you.
I love how the various charicter plots are coming tegether. Jason's method makes for an exciting read that keeps me tuned in. I also really appreciate not having to read through redundant charicter details and gaming mechanics. Thank you Jason; your readers are not idiots. If you like great stories that capture your imagination and charicter with a righteous moral compass that point to True North, then Jason is the author for you.
September 25, 2022
So I finally get why I enjoy the World so much while I dislike the setting.
I hate the characters. This is in no way about the writing, it is purely for content. I know players like the ones described here, I find them irritating beyond words. So the slice-of-life feel that this book gives off is very entertaining from a world setting stand point.
I hate the characters. This is in no way about the writing, it is purely for content. I know players like the ones described here, I find them irritating beyond words. So the slice-of-life feel that this book gives off is very entertaining from a world setting stand point.
September 25, 2022
Another great book in the series
It is another great book in the series, that leaves me wanting the next book. The character development is outstanding not just for the MC but also for the side characters. The people of the World are just as real as Players with there range of emotions. Also it also great to read a series where not everyone is perfect and everything works out, its great to see some mishaps and then some scrambling to get it sorted. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes rpg, litrpg, fantasy, or just a good read.
It is another great book in the series, that leaves me wanting the next book. The character development is outstanding not just for the MC but also for the side characters. The people of the World are just as real as Players with there range of emotions. Also it also great to read a series where not everyone is perfect and everything works out, its great to see some mishaps and then some scrambling to get it sorted. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes rpg, litrpg, fantasy, or just a good read.
September 24, 2022
Another excellent installment
World building, main character development, pulling some story lines together.
I look forward to reading the continuing saga. Keep on writing Jason.
World building, main character development, pulling some story lines together.
I look forward to reading the continuing saga. Keep on writing Jason.
September 22, 2022
Assume series
I just can't put this down and love the bringing together the players who's nightmare starts got ganked . The red Dragon human mix characters is assume
I just can't put this down and love the bringing together the players who's nightmare starts got ganked . The red Dragon human mix characters is assume
September 27, 2022
A fun volume
Have been enjoying the ride, though the escape scene made me laugh out loud like nothing else has in years. Nice to see some storylines begin to tie together. How this will play out in the end is the question, though it can be a few more volumes down the road.
Have been enjoying the ride, though the escape scene made me laugh out loud like nothing else has in years. Nice to see some storylines begin to tie together. How this will play out in the end is the question, though it can be a few more volumes down the road.
September 27, 2022
Another great book
I have read all of the books to date and enjoyed each one. I like bouncing between the real world and game world, and look forward to where this series is going.
I have read all of the books to date and enjoyed each one. I like bouncing between the real world and game world, and look forward to where this series is going.
September 27, 2022
Another win.
The end sneaks up on you because its so well written. Already salivating for the next book. Excellent LitRPG. Really captures the gamer experience.
The end sneaks up on you because its so well written. Already salivating for the next book. Excellent LitRPG. Really captures the gamer experience.
October 21, 2022
Great
A strong well written book for late in the series. With the authors different take to this type of series, he keeps you entertained. Looking forward to the next book.
A strong well written book for late in the series. With the authors different take to this type of series, he keeps you entertained. Looking forward to the next book.
December 14, 2022
Not bad
Sometimes when reading LitRPG books I see game elements that I wish were part of games available to me today. The idea of a nightmare level start with better starting stats paid for by insane difficulty (at least in the beginning) is one of those.
The only real downside to this series so far has been the continuous complaining of his "friends". His allowing their bad attitudes to repeatedly endanger and even impede missions does not fit with the superior strategist role Star plays in the story.
A couple of the recent books in the series seemed very short and light on content. Having said that, I still look forward to seeing how the story turns out.
Sometimes when reading LitRPG books I see game elements that I wish were part of games available to me today. The idea of a nightmare level start with better starting stats paid for by insane difficulty (at least in the beginning) is one of those.
The only real downside to this series so far has been the continuous complaining of his "friends". His allowing their bad attitudes to repeatedly endanger and even impede missions does not fit with the superior strategist role Star plays in the story.
A couple of the recent books in the series seemed very short and light on content. Having said that, I still look forward to seeing how the story turns out.
October 6, 2022
Slam dunk!
Another fantastic read my friend! The character development, plot and world building is on point and the interactions between characters keep me drawn in.
Another fantastic read my friend! The character development, plot and world building is on point and the interactions between characters keep me drawn in.
December 10, 2022
Jason is a great storyteller. Always enjoy his books and they way he effortlessly weaves humor into the story.
April 2, 2023
Cheeks follows his recent trend of the new “entry” in this series being half a book. It’s getting frustrating to be at the 80% mark only to discover the remaining 20% if nothing but stat sheets. The story is moving forward at a glacial pace. With too much repetition and time spent on players “joking” with one another.
Startum has made no progress in regards to his class, we get pointless chapters about the “Brat Pack” singing songs, and the numerous other plot lines being juggled over multiple locations felt underwhelming and under developed.
While I plan to stay with this series since I am invested in the story, this LitRPG series pales in comparison to the high qualities of work like Awaken Online by Bagwell or the Underverse by Cajiao.
Startum has made no progress in regards to his class, we get pointless chapters about the “Brat Pack” singing songs, and the numerous other plot lines being juggled over multiple locations felt underwhelming and under developed.
While I plan to stay with this series since I am invested in the story, this LitRPG series pales in comparison to the high qualities of work like Awaken Online by Bagwell or the Underverse by Cajiao.
September 12, 2023
Reputation matters.
Great book , Jason helps Toten on his mission with Neysa ,Helgarth,Neristhana,Phoenix,Zeven and Neri. It is so good to get away from mass battles and his annoying guild members and read about my favourite characters (not so much Phoenix) and their adventures as they travel to meet up with the "brat pack" and their companions , I'm looking forward to the group meeting the dwarves and no doubt the PKers . My one bitch is with jasons relationship with Helgarth , is he a hormonal ten year old or a grown man , his pathetic attempts to hid his attraction are really grating , a little honesty would be nice and I'm sure she'd appreciate that as well
Great book , Jason helps Toten on his mission with Neysa ,Helgarth,Neristhana,Phoenix,Zeven and Neri. It is so good to get away from mass battles and his annoying guild members and read about my favourite characters (not so much Phoenix) and their adventures as they travel to meet up with the "brat pack" and their companions , I'm looking forward to the group meeting the dwarves and no doubt the PKers . My one bitch is with jasons relationship with Helgarth , is he a hormonal ten year old or a grown man , his pathetic attempts to hid his attraction are really grating , a little honesty would be nice and I'm sure she'd appreciate that as well
October 15, 2022
Another great book
Really enjoying the book and I do appreciate the limiting of stats and spreadsheets within the book and putting it all at the end. It really kills the experience when other authors are spamming it to get their page count up. If you want to put in more story because you have to limit yourself on kindle page number or something maybe a web link to where people can find all the info. Again great work and I'm looking forward to the next one.
Really enjoying the book and I do appreciate the limiting of stats and spreadsheets within the book and putting it all at the end. It really kills the experience when other authors are spamming it to get their page count up. If you want to put in more story because you have to limit yourself on kindle page number or something maybe a web link to where people can find all the info. Again great work and I'm looking forward to the next one.
October 17, 2022
What you expect, no complaints But 1 wish
Wish he would cover more time. The entire contents of this book occur in day / log in session. I want to see more progression. He is great telling everything that has happened with everyone in detail but I need some more. Keep the detail and character numbers I just want more in a single book!
Wish he would cover more time. The entire contents of this book occur in day / log in session. I want to see more progression. He is great telling everything that has happened with everyone in detail but I need some more. Keep the detail and character numbers I just want more in a single book!
February 20, 2023
another win
Jason just can’t seem to write a bad novel. The way he progresses a character story while fluidly changing direction to another character to advance their story is spectacular. I also like that when he introduces new characters, he doesn’t skimp on them either. The only down side is there do seem to be slight grammar errors but that doesn’t bother me at all.
Jason just can’t seem to write a bad novel. The way he progresses a character story while fluidly changing direction to another character to advance their story is spectacular. I also like that when he introduces new characters, he doesn’t skimp on them either. The only down side is there do seem to be slight grammar errors but that doesn’t bother me at all.
March 16, 2023
Enjoyable easy read, I would rate the book higher only I have some mild issues with the way most of the women are written about. Jodi is supposed to have a grown son and her attitude towards Star makes no sense. She acts like he owes her and she's extremely juvenile. Rani. Meh I could do without either one.
December 10, 2024
Another good book!
I love this The World! I’ve listened to this series on Audible for a while, several times actually, and just recently found it on KindleUnlimited. I love the breadth of character story lines in this series that surrounds Stardum. It’s exciting and adventurous storytelling, with a entertaining level of pop culture and gamer easter eggs for geeks like me :)
I love this The World! I’ve listened to this series on Audible for a while, several times actually, and just recently found it on KindleUnlimited. I love the breadth of character story lines in this series that surrounds Stardum. It’s exciting and adventurous storytelling, with a entertaining level of pop culture and gamer easter eggs for geeks like me :)
October 14, 2022
Omg the funny almost killed me!!
The scene in the barn is the funniest thing I've ever read. I'd kill to see the video if it was real, lmao. Thanks Jason is book 12 out yet!!! Just kidding.😄
The scene in the barn is the funniest thing I've ever read. I'd kill to see the video if it was real, lmao. Thanks Jason is book 12 out yet!!! Just kidding.😄
November 17, 2022
Another good installment
I really like this series, however I dislike the page padding at the end. Their gear and skills appendix section for the main characters are like 30% of the book, some is ok but personally this takes it too far.
I really like this series, however I dislike the page padding at the end. Their gear and skills appendix section for the main characters are like 30% of the book, some is ok but personally this takes it too far.
February 12, 2023
great
Another example of an excellent book! I loved it I just love all the character interactions and how detailed everything is in these books. I hope that everyone reads them from the beginning and enjoys them as much as I do. Can’t wait for the next one!
Another example of an excellent book! I loved it I just love all the character interactions and how detailed everything is in these books. I hope that everyone reads them from the beginning and enjoys them as much as I do. Can’t wait for the next one!
October 3, 2023
DNF at 3%
I find it hard to believe that people in a brand new MMORPG would waste time to sing songs for other players or that anyone really would care. The whole "evil propaganda" arc is ridiculous in times of streaming..
I am not sure if i want to continue the series..
I find it hard to believe that people in a brand new MMORPG would waste time to sing songs for other players or that anyone really would care. The whole "evil propaganda" arc is ridiculous in times of streaming..
I am not sure if i want to continue the series..
October 13, 2022
Always a great read
I look forward to these book. They have not let me down. I also like that the author doesn't spam grea and stat charts. Looking forward to the next one.
I look forward to these book. They have not let me down. I also like that the author doesn't spam grea and stat charts. Looking forward to the next one.
October 15, 2022
Awesome
Jason's books are always fun, and on my "buy immediately" list.
Startum and friends are moving along, and seeing The World from other viewpoints is enjoyable.
Jason's books are always fun, and on my "buy immediately" list.
Startum and friends are moving along, and seeing The World from other viewpoints is enjoyable.
October 24, 2022
Great 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.
October 27, 2022
Great Story.
This story keeps getting better and better. The author is able to bring both worlds to life. I really enjoy this series.
This story keeps getting better and better. The author is able to bring both worlds to life. I really enjoy this series.
November 18, 2024
Enjoying
I really would love to have the full series of TheWorld on Audible.
I am really loving this series
Thank You
I really would love to have the full series of TheWorld on Audible.
I am really loving this series
Thank You
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