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The Great Genetic Era
Author: Pig Sanbu
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“Old Tang, you activated speed-related Genetic Base Points. What’s the direction of those Base Points?” This question caused Tang Ting to have a melancholic expression. “It’s… Hand speed…” “And the right hand at that!” Xu Tui slipped onto a daze. Hand speed and the right hand. This image… Didn’t the teacher say that it was easier to activate the Base Points of the areas you use the most? “Old Tang, just what do you use your hands for?” “According to that explanation, did I activate the Genetic Base Points in my stomach because I’ve eaten 18 year’s worth of meals?” Cheng Mo, who was on his way to becoming a glutton, looked up and sighed. Xu Tui stroked his head, “Could it be because I’ve used my brain for 18 years?”

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The Shadow of Great Britain

“Next, we have the most noble recipient of the Order of the Garter, the Grand Cross of Saint Michael and Saint George, the Grand Cross of the Bath, the Victoria Cross and the lower grades of Knighthood, the leader of the anti-colonial movement, the bell-ringer of the East India Company, the hero of the Crimean War, a Fellow of the Royal Society, a lifelong dear friend of literary giants such as Dickens and Great Dumas, a steadfast supporter of scientific luminaries like Faraday and Darwin, having served as assistant under-secretary, deputy under-secretary, and permanent under-secretary in departments of the Home Office and the Navy Department of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, the inaugural Cabinet Secretary and head of the civil service, the first graduate and most distinguished alumnus of our school. Please welcome Sir Arthur Hastings to deliver a speech on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the University of London.” Arthur's gaze swept across the crowd before him, looking at the young faces and murmured, “Agares, what do you think I should say?” The Red Devil's wraith hovered behind him, saliva almost dribbling from the corner of his mouth, “Look at these ignorant souls; they still worship you as a hero. Why not say something they'd like to hear?” Arthur took a deep breath and let out a deafening roar, “Oxford is a bunch of whores' bastards!” “Oh!!!!” The audience erupted into thunderous applause. “Cambridge is the same!” he added immediately. The applause grew even more fervent... (The protagonist, possessed by a devil, travels through 19th-century Britain in a world without magic)

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What are the characteristics of great Icelandic novels?
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2024-11-16 10:14
The exploration of human nature in the context of a small, isolated community is common. Characters in great Icelandic novels often struggle with issues like family, tradition, and the changing modern world, all within the framework of Iceland's unique social and geographical setting. These novels can be deeply introspective and thought - provoking as they dig into the psyche of the characters against the backdrop of Iceland's distinctiveness.
Can you recommend some great Icelandic novels?
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2024-11-16 03:08
One great Icelandic novel is 'Independent People' by Halldór Laxness. It tells the story of a poor Icelandic farmer's struggle for independence and his complex relationship with the land.
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2024-12-13 12:42
The novel 'The Great Weaver from Kashmir' by Halldór Laxness is likely to be in the top 20. It's a complex and thought - provoking work. Another is 'Solaris' by Stanisław Lem, which, although the author is Polish, has strong Icelandic connections in some translations and interpretations. And 'The Day is Dark' by Yrsa Sigurðardóttir is a popular Icelandic mystery novel that could be on the list.
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2024-10-31 04:37
One popular Icelandic crime fiction novel is 'Jar City' by Arnaldur Indriðason. It's known for its complex characters and dark, atmospheric setting in Iceland. Another is 'The Draining Lake' also by Indriðason, which delves into Iceland's past and present secrets. Yrsa Sigurðardóttir's 'My Soul to Take' is also well - liked, often praised for its engaging plot and strong female characters.
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2024-12-15 20:59
Some Icelandic novels that might be in the top 20 include 'The Fish Can Sing' by Halldór Laxness. It's a story filled with vivid descriptions of Icelandic life and characters. Then there's 'The Good Shepherd' by Kristín Ómarsdóttir, which tells a poignant story with strong female characters. Also, 'The Sea by Ólafur Gunnarsson' is a great read as it offers insights into the relationship between the Icelandic people and the sea that surrounds their land.
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I really am a necromancer

After transmigrating to the Sorcerers World, Yihua became a Level 1 Necromancer Apprentice with extremely poor aptitude. He had thought that it would be the beginning of hell, but he did not expect that he would be able to obtain merit from punishing evil and helping others. Doing bad things would not deduct merit points, but doing good things would definitely be rewarded! As long as he did 100 million good deeds every day and accumulated merit and karma, he could speed up his cultivation progress and even directly break through! Even the lowest-level acolyte cantrip, Light Treatment, would have terrifying power if it was broken through endlessly. " However, why is there something wrong with the phototherapy technique after the breakthrough?" He watched as the entire world's people were illuminated by the advanced version of the light therapy spell, the world-class Great Holy Light Spell. The sinful people wept bitterly and committed suicide one after another, while the kind people knelt on the ground in gratitude and swore to follow him to the death. Feeling the increasing merit points, Yi Hua took over the rule of this world with the Holy Light Undead Army that was loyal to her and muttered in her heart," " I'm clearly a necromancer who plays with souls and does all kinds of evil. How did I become the savior in the eyes of several worlds?" ------ Elements included: Undead, Strange, Farming, Holy Light Undead, Power Management, Cthulhu, Melee Sorcerers, Sorcerer Civilization, World War. " I'm Really a Necromancer " Book Group: 462994110

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