Swords, magic, and martial arts

When Rhode transmigrated into a classic Western fantasy world filled with swords and magic, he expected to follow the standard path of a traditional spellcaster. Instead, he awakened a mysterious and absurd martial arts system. While rival mages chant incantations and hurl devastating fireballs across the battlefield, Rhode is left pondering a bizarre new reality: was he really supposed to ask his enemies if they had ever witnessed a palm strike descending from the heavens? Compounded by the indignity of the Iron Shirt technique—a skill that literally levels up the more physical abuse he endures—Rhode initially balks at his new destiny. Yet, in a world where ultimate power demands unorthodox methods, pride must take a backseat to progress. If getting stronger means getting beaten up, then the beatings must begin.