What is the 'cultivation' genre in fantasy novels?
The cultivation genre, often found in fantasy and LitRPG novels, centers around characters who train and develop their spiritual energy or 'qi' to achieve immense power and longevity. This process, known as cultivation, typically involves a structured progression through various stages or realms, each granting the practitioner greater abilities. These abilities can range from enhanced physical prowess and elemental control to the manipulation of life force itself. The ultimate goal for many cultivators is to reach immortality or ascend to a higher plane of existence.
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