Ancestors Who Blackmailed People In The Wild

If you are tired of the typical, humorless cultivation stories where the protagonist spends eons meditating in a cave, Bai Gui Ye Xing’s "Ancestors Who Blackmailed People In The Wild" is the chaotic breath of fresh air you need. This Xianxia novel masterfully blends the high-stakes intensity of the Prehistoric Lich War era with a protagonist who approaches cosmic deities with the audacity of a modern-day internet troll.

The story follows Ye Lan, a 21st-century otaku who finds himself reborn as a demon fairy amidst the cataclysmic ruins of the Lich battlefield. Instead of cowering before the legendary figures of mythology like Nuwa or the Eastern Emperor, Ye Lan views them through a lens of shameless opportunism. His life motto—"Failure to deceive is enough to deceive"—sets the tone for a narrative that thrives on absurdity, clever schemes, and subverted expectations.

What makes this novel truly engaging is its unique character dynamic. Witnessing the most powerful entities in Chinese mythology being reduced to Ye Lan’s "little brothers" through sheer wit and blackmail is endlessly entertaining. The humor is punchy and relentless, constantly poking fun at the self-serious nature of traditional cultivation tropes. Ye Lan isn’t your typical stoic hero; he is a cunning, gluttonous, and hilariously unreliable narrator who treats the terrifying Prehistoric world like his personal playground.

For readers who enjoy fast-paced comedy mixed with world-building, this book is a must-read. The contrast between the epic, world-ending stakes of the Lich War and Ye Lan’s petty, calculated scams creates a brilliant comedic tension. If you want a Xianxia protagonist who values a good con over a clean sword fight, pick up "Ancestors Who Blackmailed People In The Wild." It is a wild, irreverent ride that keeps you laughing until the very end.