WELCOME TO THE VERY FIRST ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION! On Today's episode we discuss Overgeared up to Chapter 888! This discussion has spoilers, so be forewarned. I'm joined today by Elite Choob, IRONDOGKILLER, and MrBaconator1588 to discuss Overgeared. We talk all of the themes of the novel, the character development, and what we like and don't like - as well as jump into predictions of what could happen. Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ImmortalIndex Follow the show @ImmortalInde...
Dec 02, 2018•1 hr 7 min
Today I'm talking with the translator of Monarch of Evernight, Legion! We talk about translation, med school, how he got involved in Wuxiaworld, his first xianxia/wuxia novel, and of course the current ones he's reading! From Sovereign of the Three Realms, to Rebirth of the Thief and I Shall Seal the Heavens- Legion's well-versed in some of the greatest! About Monarch of Evernight: Set in a dystopian steam-punk world shrouded in darkness and misery, Qianye rose from hardship but was felled by be...
Nov 03, 2018•38 min
Today I'm reading the first three Chapters of Monarch of Evernight!Set in a dystopian steam-punk world shrouded in darkness and misery, Qianye rose from hardship but was felled by betrayal. From then, one man, one gun; he tread the path between Evernight and Daybreak and became a legend. Even if Evernight was destined to be his fate, he still intends to become the ruler who dictates! Check it out on Wuxiaworld here: https://www.wuxiaworld.com/novel/monarch-of-evernight and make sure you watch my...
Nov 03, 2018•48 min
On Today's episode I'm speaking with the man, the myth, the legend- Deathblade himself! Join in as we ask the tough questions. What does he think of the ending of A Will Eternal?!?! Will he translate Er Gen's next novel? What's his favorite beer? Who are the Wuxiaworld China Trip Contest Winners? DEATHBLADE IS MOVING?!?!
Oct 10, 2018•49 min
On Today's episode I'm speaking with special guest Sigil, who is currently translating the VRMMORPG novel This MC Is Kickass! A Fun and whacky novel with a female main character who makes the ugliest character ever! But also maybe the luckiest...? Read and find out! Check it out here: https://volarenovels.com/this-mc-is-kickass/ Author: 云早 (Early Cloud) Translators: Sigil, teapot, Kuu, Maiden Rozie Editor: Purpledragon Raws: http://www.xiang5.com/bookinfo/19485.html Schedule: 5x a week Support t...
Sep 29, 2018•44 min
Today I'm reading chapters 1-5 of Volarenovel's translation of "This MC is Kickass!" Author: 云早 (Early Cloud) Translators: Sigil, teapot, Kuu, Maiden Rozie Editor: Purpledragon Check out there novel here: https://volarenovels.com/this-mc-is-kickass/ Be sure to like, subscribe, and comment! Let me know what you think of the new setup! What novel should I feature next? Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ImmortalIndex Follow the show @ImmortalIndex Subscribe, comment, rate on itun...
Sep 28, 2018•39 min
On Today's episode I'm sitting down with special guest Jimminx! He's the translator of Reign Of The Hunters, a VRMMORPG Novel in the same vein as Rebirth Of The Thief, and Overgeared! It's a binge-read and one of my current favorites! Go check it out here: https://volarenovels.com/reign-of-the-hunters/ Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ImmortalIndex Follow the show @ImmortalIndex Subscribe, comment, rate on itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/immortal-index-a-xianxia-w...
Sep 24, 2018•23 min•Season 1Ep. 1
On today's episode, I welcome translator from Volarenovels.com Selutu! Selutu is currently translating Red Packet Server as well as the new VRMMORPG Novel Show Me The Money! I've recently been doing readings of Show Me The Money, so we touch on a lot about that; how it differs from other VRMMORPG novels, and more! Also Selutu tells us his story of how he got into translating Novels in the first place! It's a fun and exciting brand new episode of Immortal Index; sit back, relax, and enjoy!! Suppo...
Aug 20, 2018•39 min
I'm starting Show Me the Money! on VolareNovels! Check out the novel and let me know what you think! Today we're rocking through Chapters 6-10 before we get to our Translator interview with Selutu in the next episode! https://volarenovels.com/show-me-the-money/ For my new format, I'll be doing 10-20 chapter readings before a discussion and recommendation before moving onto a new novel!
Aug 20, 2018•45 min
I'm covering Show Me the Money! on VolareNovels! Check out the novel and let me know what you think! Here is a reading of the first 5 chapters! https://volarenovels.com/show-me-the-money/ For my new format, I'll be doing 10-20 chapter readings before a discussion and recommendation before moving onto a new novel!
Aug 20, 2018•59 min
Today on episode 11 of the Immortal Index, I'm speaking with translator of Bone Painting Coroner, Grenn! Next up is of course our fan shoutouts! Thanks to everyone who rated and commented on iTunes and Youtube! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/immortal-index-a-xianxia-wuxia-fan-podcast/id1373640953?mt=2 and finally we wrap up with today's reading of Chapter 1 of Bone Painting Coroner, a historical drama novel by Li Duo Wu! http://volarenovels.com/bone-painting-coroner/bpc-chapter-1/ Also chec...
Jul 19, 2018•43 min
Today on episode 10 of the Immortal Index, I'm speaking with author of Blue Phoenix, Overthrowing Fate, and Condemning The Heavens! Check out here Patreon at www.patreon.com/tinalynge Next up is of course our fan shoutouts! Thanks to everyone who rated and commented on iTunes and Youtube! and finally we wrap up with today's reading of Chapter 0 of Condemning The Heavens, an original xianxia novel by Tinalynge!
Jul 04, 2018•44 min
Today on episode 9 of the Immortal Index, I'm going to be talking about each of the next four of the The Eight Immortals of Taoism with a brief rundown of who they were! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eight_Immortals Next up is of course our fan shoutouts! and finally we wrap up with today's reading of Overgeared by Park Saenal, currently being translated by Rainbow Turtle! https://www.wuxiaworld.com/novel/overgeared
Jun 27, 2018•46 min
On Today's episode I interview special guest Etvolare, founder of VolareNovels and discuss translation, stories with male vs female MCs, as well as Sovereign Of The Three Realms! Released Weekly, Immortal Index is a Podcast show discussing Chinese webnovel translations of "Xianxia" and/or "Wuxia" - hosted by @StephenLemieux! Rate and comment on iTunes for a shout out on on the show; and tell me what you'd like to talk about in future episodes!
Jun 06, 2018•37 min
Welcome to Episode 7 of Immortal Index! Today I'm going to be talking about 4 of the individual 8 Immortals! If you like it, let me know; but just to preface – I am not an expert on Chinese or taoist history, I'm learning this as I go and this is my interpretation of the information I found. I'm not claiming to be 100% accurate, but please feel free to correct anything I say! Also, I do not speak mandarin, so forgive any mispronunciations of names. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eight_Immortals N...
May 30, 2018•45 min
Today on episode 6 of the Immortal Index, I'm going to be talking about The Eight Immortals of Taoism, How they pertain to Xianxia/Wuxia, and a brief rundown of what they were! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eight_Immortals Next up is of course our fan shoutouts! Check out Red Mirage's novel Painting The Mists on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Clear-Sky-Book-Painting-Mists-ebook/dp/B07BJFFXL5 and finally we wrap up with today's reading of Li Tian's Sovereign Of the Three Realms! https://www....
May 23, 2018•36 min
Welcome to episode 5 of The Immortal Index! We have a special treat lined up for you today as we have special guest Guan Zhong on the line talking about Yun Zhongyue, Song of Exile, and his journey into the world of Translation! Be sure to watch the whole thing because there's some really cool tidbits in there! Next up, I'm discussing my quick thoughts on the ending of Wu Dong Qian Kun. Let me know what you thought of the ending in the comments. Finally, we end with our new poll!
May 16, 2018•50 min
On Today's episode I'm discussing the current state of affairs between Qidian and Wuxiaworld. Most of this information has been put together through experiencing the drama over the past 2 years. I'll also be telling everyone about Hyorinmaru's new contest for Martial World! Also be sure to DM me for your free audible code for T.A. Miles' audio book one of Six Celestial Swords. It's a 25$ value on what's gearing up to be a pretty cool story, so DM me on Twitter @ImmortalIndex. I have 5 codes to g...
May 09, 2018•44 min
Happy May first! On Today's episode we're discussing WuxiaWorld's new VIP ad-free system, how the free credit works, and A Will Eternals Sponsorship levels with Deathblade himself! After that we'll be talking a little about Littleshanks' translation of MadSnail's “Rebirth Of The Thief Who Roamed The World”. Mad Snail is most widely known for his novel of “Tales Of Demons And Gods” but he does have several other novels. Tales Of Demons and Gods and Rebirth of the Thief are the furthest along in T...
May 02, 2018•53 min
Today on our second episode of Immortal Index, for our Prologue we'll be discussing why we love the genre of Wuxia, Xianxia, and Xuanhuan, and what makes it so addictive! For our main storyline it's going to be a discussion on 10 of the top themes within the genre! Finally, we're wrapping out with a reading of the prologue and chapter 1 of Martial World; one of CocoonedCow's best works that's currently being translated by Hyorinmaru! https://www.patreon.com/hyorinmaru/posts Joined today for voic...
Apr 24, 2018•1 hr 13 min
Today on our premiere episode of The Immortal Index, I'm talking about the end of Desolate Era, my 5 favorite moments/things about it, how it compares to I Eat Tomatoes other novels, as well as a quick description of what this podcast is. Watch on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbLdU8GhaRs Our novel recommendation this week is A Will Eternal! We do a Chapter 1 reading, so sit back, relax, and enjoy the story! Here's a link to the pronunciation video I talked about in the show: https://...
Apr 18, 2018•45 min
