Definition
The pen name of the author of *Desolate Era*, one of the most prolific and beloved Chinese web novelists, known for his fast-paced cultivation stories and reliable update schedule.
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The pen name of the author of *Desolate Era*, one of the most prolific and beloved Chinese web novelists, known for his fast-paced cultivation stories and reliable update schedule.
Story context
Consider this a brief intermission from the main saga. The author—known affectionately as Tomato (I Eat Tomatoes)—steps out from behind the curtain to share a personal note. He openly admits to a rough patch, a disrupted sleep cycle, and the need for a short reset. But he doesn't leave us empty-handed: he dangles a tantalizing preview that Volume 13 is nearly complete and that Ji Ning is on the verge of graduating from his master's tutelage and returning to the Grand Xia realm. The promise of a "more vast and thrilling story" is the true hook here, and it's enough to make any Xianxia fan's heart race.
Why it matters
Treat this chapter as a rest stop. No need to analyze combat stats or character motives here. Instead, consider it a chance to reflect on the journey so far. If you're binge-reading, this is a good moment to stretch. And if you're caught up, mark your calendar: Volume 13's finale is imminent. The author's promise of "a more vast and thrilling story" hints at an expansion beyond the Three Realms into the Chaosverse—a scale that will dwarf everything we've seen. Patience, fellow Daoists; the next wave is coming.
Quick facts
Source novel
Desolate Era
First appearance
Author's Note: A Brief Hiatus and a Glimpse of What's Next
Chapter references
1
Type hints
author note, I Eat Tomatoes, hiatus
Guide tags
meta chapter, author's corner, rest break
Appears in chapters
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