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Yama Rising

我要做阎罗

Native Language Chinese

Released 2019

AuthorNocturnal Stranger, 厄夜怪客

TypeWeb Novel (CN)

Original Ch.: 1263

Translated Ch.: 1263

Rank: #1059

Last Update: January 30, 2026

Original Pub.: Zongheng

English Pub.: Wuxiaworld

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Yama Rising is a popular novel that blends Action, Adventure, Fantasy and more. Written by the author Nocturnal Stranger. A total of 1,263 chapters have been translated and the novel is complete.

Synopsis

The youthful Qin Ye was born almost a century ago, but thanks to immortality granted to him by the ‘fungus of aeons’ he can pass for a high schooler.
He planned to live an eternal, reclusive life as a happy otaku, enjoying World of Warcraft and his favorite MOBA games, but Fate had other plans in store.
Hell has broken down, and vengeful revenants stalk the mortal realms. With ghosts running amok throughout all of Cathay, Qin Ye must reluctantly adopt the mantle of ‘hero’ and bring peace to both the living and the dead, while rebuilding Hell.
But this, of course, isn’t something a mere Netherworld Operative can do. For that, he’ll need to become more.
King Yama is dead. Long live King Yama!

Action Adventure Fantasy Horror Martial Arts Supernatural Xuanhuan

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Editor's Note

💡 A bold fusion of traditional Chinese underworld mythology and modern otaku culture. The story follows an accidental immortal who just wants to play World of Warcraft but is forced to rebuild Hell from scratch. It is a meticulous work with massive world-building, but it requires a high tolerance for heavy Chinese nationalism and a dense, "purple prose" writing style. A unique pick for readers tired of generic xianxia. It’s a bureaucratic comedy of errors set in the afterlife, where securing a budget for soul-reaping is as dramatic as fighting a primordial ghost.

Experience Curve

Ch. 1–60 (The Reluctant Hero): ⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The Hook. Qin Ye is introduced as a cunning coward. His slow evolution into accepting responsibility is logical and rewarding. The "uncle-style" humor and gaming references provide a distinct flavor.

Ch. 61–300 (Building the Foundation): ⭐⭐⭐ – The Expansion. The world expands, blending the politics of the Netherworld with supernatural investigations in the modern world. The translation quality (RWX) shines here, capturing complex cultural nuances.

Ch. 301–1263 (The Nationalist Grind): ⭐⭐ – The Filter. The stakes become massive, but the pacing slows down significantly. The author uses heavy "filler" and long monologues. High levels of nationalism become central to the plot, which may alienate some international readers.

WebNovelDB Review

7 /10

A brilliant "Kingdom Building" concept set in the afterlife, somewhat hindered by heavy-handed propaganda and agonizing pacing in later arcs. The Good: Deeply researched magic system and lore based on the Yama mythos. The MC is genuinely smart; he is a greedy, opportunistic strategist who uses his brain over his fists. The dark humor and atmosphere reminiscent of 80s Hong Kong ghost movies (Stephen Chow style) are incredibly refreshing. The Bad: Extreme Nationalism. The author frequently ties real-world history and government glorification into the ghost-hunting plot, which can feel intrusive. The pacing can be "suffocating," with monologues lasting entire chapters even during high-tension moments. For Fans Of: Release that Witch (for the kingdom building), Lord of the Mysteries (for the modern mystical lore), and deep Asian mythology enthusiasts. Not For You If: You have a low tolerance for political propaganda or "blind nationalism." If you prefer straightforward "heroic" MCs (Qin Ye is a profiteer) or if you dislike long, descriptive prose (Purple Prose).

WebNovelDB Team

Key Information

Main Characters: Qin Ye (The protagonist/Otaku Yama), Arthis (The sarcastic Rakshasa mentor), Zhao Yun (The legendary loyal subordinate).

Power System: Netherworld Reconstruction: Cultivating spectral energy while rebuilding the institutions of Hell. Progression is tied to the expansion of his ghostly "kingdom."

Themes: Kingdom Building, Mythology, Modern Supernatural, Dark Comedy.

Similar To: Night’s Nomenclature, Hail the King, Necropolis Immortal

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