Two-World Traders (progression fantasy)

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Elias Vice, a supposed nobody from the backwater town of Acreton, has already written his destiny, and it ends with him building the greatest business empire Sailor's Rise has ever known. But to get there, Elias will need to turn a pocketful of relics into a company worth millions. The Rise's caste-like business and political system stratifies power and access in the dock-ringed merchant republic, and Elias is starting with neither. And yet he is not the nobody he first believes, as Elias's connection to an enigmatic people—airship travelers with a unique mastery over space itself—will both help and haunt his ambitious endeavor. Elias, it turns out, is a collector. What to expect…- Compelling characters, vivid prose, and immersive world-building- A unique cultivation system where Elias grows more powerful by collecting and consuming relics, the shattered remnants of a bygone age- Business building as Elias and his friends cleverly expand their company from nothing, earning relics while climbing the political and social ranks of Sailor's Rise- Also: airships, pistols, and rapiers

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Status: Ongoing
Year: 2025
Author: Dremen

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Rating: 4.7/ 5.0
Followers: 884
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Chapters(99 total)

What readers say about Two-World Traders (progression fantasy)

“I'm really impressed with Two-World Traders. The business building cultivation is well thought out and an interesting structure — and doesn't just feel like a rehash of other systems I've read. I'm really keen to learn more about ascension and how Elias nav…”
enaira_butcherRoyal Road5.0 / 5
“I really like the idea of the book and it's writing. Elias is a great character and the world building is excellent. I can't wait to see where it goes it does feel slow at times but I understand that is to build the tension and world. The rifts are great id…”
AshadowRoyal Road5.0 / 5

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Community Reviews(10)

enaira_butcherRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
I'm really impressed with Two-World Traders. The business building cultivation is well thought out and an interesting structure — and doesn't just feel like a rehash of other systems I've read. I'm really keen to learn more about ascension and how Elias navigates it as he grows his business with the crew.
The writing is top tier: engaging, immersive, has that lived-in feeling that brings a place to life. I can really imagine how barren it is in Acreton, and how full of life Sailor's Rise is with the different zones. I imagine now that they've got a ship, we might get to see some other parts of the world too.
Briley is definitely going to be a favorite of mine, though we don't know her that well just yet. She balances out Elias's enthusiasm and Bertrand's earnestness. I'm also liking the pace at which we meet new characters. Fast enough that you get a good sense of folks without being overwhelmed.
There are also a few mysteries to unpack, and so many great subplots: the sky rifts, Jalander, the five schools, social hierarchies, even a bit of romance. There is nothing one-note about this story and I'm here for it!
Super worthwhile to read, and a very cool world to explore.
AshadowRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
I really like the idea of the book and it's writing. Elias is a great character and the world building is excellent.
I can't wait to see where it goes it does feel slow at times but I understand that is to build the tension and world. The rifts are great idea and I haven't seen them used before in this way to transport people or items quickly
Confused Pigeon NoisesRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Two-World Traders is reminiscent of stories of people moving to the big city, trying to strike it big. Elias does not begin as anything special; he has an education and drive born of a mother's love, and the persistance to reach for his goals.Along the way, we explore the beautiful, interesting world Elias inhabits, from the cold hard capitalism of the Rise, to the mysterious magic that Elias possesses.This is a fantastic story, and if you're familiar with the authors work, you'd know they're a talented writer who creates beautiful world building and interesting characters.
MichaelTheWizardRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
As far as cultivation novels go, this one has an interesting setting (think steampunk Venice) and a unique system of progression. The pacing is in my opinion perfect, slice of life with enough action and progress to stay engaging. The quality of the author’s writing is also head and shoulders above most the other books I find on rising stars, there is apparent effort put into the storytelling and actual editing. I found it really easy pick up and hard to put down.
MrStalemanRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Before I sing the story's praises, I'm going to say outright that if you're not looking for a slower paced cultivation story, you should hold off on reading. Slice of life with hints of mystery and action have defined the current arc of the story and I am uncertain if there will be a pace change in future.
I will also say that this story was previously known as Sailors Rise and can say with great relish that the author has managed to maintain that beautiful prose with this work being fully edited and tuned to perfection. Re-reading the work as it's been released was equally a blast from the past and an excitement for the future.
Two World Traders, as it stands, reads like a bucolic watercolor painting of a fantastical countryside. Amidst a sea of cultivation works that place emphasis on the mechanics of growth, this story has taken its sweet time to progress in that department and has done so to its benefit.
Cultivation in the world is a broken and disparate mystery for the character, and the audience, to discover. And in that mystery lies numerous implications for what future adventures await and what challenges our characters will be contending with.
Two World Traders has the fundamentals of a gripping story down to a T and despite the slow pacing, I was engaged with Elias and his dreams from Prologue to 12.
Grammar: The story has been written with a deft application of the English language. Periods and commas are where they're meant to be and the author has been smart in sentence structure and paragraph pacing that allows readers to easily flow from one thought to another. Action is clear to the mind as well.
Style: I am enamored by the way that the author has made reading through the story feel like I'm standing barefoot in field of green pastures. Whether its by way of imagining Elias with a drawl in his voice or the descriptions of Acreton and the surrounding landscapes that the people of Sailor's Rise travel to on their flying ships, the world is oozing in se
jdawgplaysgames1Royal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Alright the good. Setting, premise, all the promises from the first few chapters/blurb, all things were delivered nicely. Grammar? Also great, while a few mistakes are present here and there, they aren't breaking the immersion into the story nor or they jarring enough to make me, a reader, drop the novel. Hell, this review has grammar mistakes. The only offputting things are the logistics as the plot carries on. The airship, other characters ans there roles, many things are glossed over, but please, any potential readers, give it a shot!
StormTyphoeusRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
As with everything the author writes, this story has impeccable prose. This story in particular is a great slice-of-life + business building story with compelling and interesting characters.
Elias is just the right level of ambitious and kind to make a fascinating protagonist.
I read this story when it was previously launches under Sailors' Rise, and am excited to see how this updated version goes!
ToldiRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Cultivation stories were never really my cup of tea but this story had an interesting premise that drew me in (and it was shouted out in Son of the Dragon, which I enjoy reading). The story, so far, has lived up to its premise: the story is unique, the characters is engaging, and there is a wide world left to explore.
Style: Nothing pretenious, but still manages to be evocative and descriptive. The jokes that are included are funny and don't overstay their welcome.
Grammar: It's spot on. I don't think I noticed any issues. It shows that the author cares about his story.
Story: What drew me in. So far, it has been relatively light on the cultivation part of things, and maybe that's why I am enjoying it so much. But the story manages to straddle business building with adventuring quite well.
Character: The characters might not all be relatable, but they are understandable. They are interesting and dynamic. I think the story does a good job of not shoehorning its characters into stereotypes or tropes (although the proverbial master does embody the virtue of every master: being cryptic and secretive, with each answer only leading to more questions).
Overall, if you don't mind a slower paced story about adventuring, business building and cultivation, I suggest you give this story a shot.
wathmanRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
The story is pretty good but not quite for me. Characters are solid, dialogue is natural, and the plot progresses smoothly. The world is distinct and interesting, though it is mostly a framework that gets infrequent patches of development. My biggest disappointment is the lack of description and capabilities of the airship. It plays a big part in the story but it is barely even described or developed as a set piece. The story on how Elias acquired it is neat, and immediately after it has all the significance of a wagon used to haul trade goods. Maybe this is rectified in upcoming chapters, so I might be back to this story eventually. It just needs a bit more depth in descriptions and detail to really make it immersive and capitalize on the steampunk theme.
@ugmentedRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
Two-World Traders” is an engaging blend of business strategy, cultivation, and world-building. The premise of currency-based cultivation is fresh, and Elias’s journey in Sailor’s Rise is compelling. The pacing is steady, balancing economic maneuvering with character development.The prose is clear and immersive, though some exposition-heavy moments could benefit from a more natural flow. The setting is well thought out, with airships, relics, and social hierarchies adding depth.Overall, it’s an enjoyable and ambitious story. Looking forward to seeing how it develops—thank you for sharing this unique take on cultivation!