Cradle

Lindon is Unsouled, forbidden from learning his clan's sacred arts. In this Eastern-inspired fantasy, sacred artists follow myriad paths to power by channeling their soul's madra through careful cultivation. Facing a thousand-year cycle where sacred artists ascend from copper to immortal levels, Lindon discovers unconventional methods to grow beyond his supposed limitations. Cradle is widely considered the definitive progression fantasy series, redefining the genre with intricate worldbuilding and compelling character growth.