10 Best Completed Fantasy Light Novels You Should Read

10 Best Completed Fantasy Light Novels You Should Read

Highlights

  • Dive into the captivating world of completed fantasy light novels for an immersive reading experience.
  • From reincarnation to magical battles, explore rich and imaginative stories in these epic series.
  • Whether a seasoned reader or a newbie, these fantasy light novels offer excitement and intrigue for all.

As a seasoned connoisseur of anime and manga, I must say that each of these stories presents a unique blend of fantasy, adventure, and human emotion that captivates the heart and stirs the soul.


For avid fans of light novels, nothing beats the joy of discovering an engrossing fantasy story – but finding a finished and captivating series of such fantasies is truly exceptional! Apart from being incredibly popular among light novel enthusiasts, these series offer readers a chance to dive deep into intricate, creative universes that seamlessly interweave characters, their journeys, and goals into one thrilling epic narrative.

Regardless if you’re an experienced gamer or just starting out on your quest for captivating tales, here are some top-notch fantasy light novels that I’ve found particularly engaging:

10 Trapped In A Dating Sim: The World of Otome Games is Tough For Mobs

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.1 / 5

10 Best Completed Fantasy Light Novels You Should Read
  • Creator(s): Mishima Yomu, Monda
  • Genre: Fantasy, Romance
  • No. of Volumes: 13

In “Reincarnated into a Dating Sim Game,” we find a captivating and thrilling narrative that blends themes of reincarnation and stunning female characters. The story revolves around the protagonist, Leon, who used to be an ordinary office worker. However, his mundane life takes an extraordinary turn when he unexpectedly gets reborn into a dating simulation video game – one he detested for numerous reasons. In this world where women hold all the power and only men are considered attractive, Leon must navigate through survival challenges.

Fortunately for Leon, he retains all memories from his past life, even a full playthrough of the video game he’s now reborn within. This unique recollection equips him to pursue his deepest desires in this new realm.

9 Chivalry of A Failed Knight

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.0 / 5

10 Best Completed Fantasy Light Novels You Should Read
  • Creator(s): Won, Misora Riku
  • Genre: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Ecchi
  • No. of Volumes: 19

In a world where people can transform their souls into weapons, known as Blazers, the lives of two unique individuals are depicted in “Chivalry of a Failed Knight.” Our main character, Ikki Kurogane, is a Blazer but lacks magical skills significantly, earning him the moniker ‘The Worst One.’ In stark contrast, Stella Vermillion, the second imperial princess of the Vermillion Empire and an A-rank Blazer, renowned for her unbeaten record, aspires to mastery in the realm of Mage-Knighthood, much like Ikki.

At opposite ends of the magical scale, these two individuals cross paths at Hagun Academy, one of Japan’s renowned Mage-Knight schools. Unbeknownst to them, they share a common objective. As they navigate their way through life, they both aim to encounter each other during the Seven Stars Battle Festival, an elite tournament held annually across all seven Japanese schools. This competition, known for its rigor and prestige, crowns the strongest student as the Seven Stars King.

8 The Faraway Paladin

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.3 / 5

10 Best Completed Fantasy Light Novels You Should Read
  • Creator(s): Rin Kususaga, Yanagino Kanata
  • Genre: Adventure, Fantasy
  • No. of Volumes: 5

The Tale of the Distant Paladin primarily focuses on its main character, Will, who lives in a destroyed city populated only by the deceased. Born with a dim recollection of his past life in contemporary Japan, Will is brought up by three guardians: Mary, a mummified priestess, Blood, a skeletal warrior, and Gus, an ancient spirit sorcerer.

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In unison, the trio guide and enlighten Will on a multitude of facets in his life and potential future scenarios, including combat, sorcery, and faith. Yet, the mystery surrounding his own existence gradually consumes Will, as the responses to his queries become increasingly elusive. Spurred on by this quest for truth, Will embarks on a journey to uncover the answers. Unfortunately, he soon realizes that the solutions he seeks extend far beyond the city and the guardians who nurtured him.

7 Ascendance of a Bookworm

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.4 / 5

10 Best Completed Fantasy Light Novels You Should Read
  • Creator(s): Suzuka, Kazuki Miya
  • Genre: Fantasy
  • No. of Volumes: 7

In a heartwarming narrative like “The Ascendance of a Bookworm,” I, as a dedicated book lover, find myself deeply immersed in the life of Urano Motosu, a fellow bibliophile. She was a university student who cherished books so dearly that her ultimate goal upon graduation was to become a librarian. Unfortunately, an earthquake struck and her beloved bookshelf crumbled, taking her life amidst the ruins.

In an unexpected twist, Urano finds herself revived in a completely foreign world, inhabiting the frail body of a five-year-old girl named Myne, who resides in a medieval city. Enchanted by her novel surroundings, Myne yearns to explore its literary wonders. Unfortunately, she encounters greater challenges than anticipated due to her family’s humble status and the general lack of literacy among the populace.

6 Re: Monster

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.1 / 5

10 Best Completed Fantasy Light Novels You Should Read
  • Creator(s): Kobayakawa Haruyoshi, Kanekiru Kogitsune
  • Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
  • No. of Volumes: 10

In response to “Monster”, we find an uncommon narrative unfolding. The protagonist, Tomokui Kanata, experiences an ordinary demise after living an unremarkable life as a middle-aged Japanese man. Yet, his extraordinary journey doesn’t end there, as he is reborn in a realm filled with magic and monstrous creatures, taking on the humblest form of a goblin.

In his fresh start, Goborou adopts a novel world, a revamped existence, and a new identity. Yet, he carries over the recollections from his past life, giving him an edge in this new phase. Equipped with the remnants of his human life and a new physical form, Goborou envisions a lifestyle that was previously out of reach for his former self.

5 Arifureta: From Commonplace to World’s Strongest

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.1 / 5

10 Best Completed Fantasy Light Novels You Should Read
  • Creator(s): TakayaKi, Shirakome Ryou
  • Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
  • No. of Volumes: 13

In this rephrased version, the story of Arifureta revolves around Hajime Nagumo, a seventeen-year-old otaku leading an ordinary life, who finds himself thrust into extraordinary circumstances when he and his classmates are abruptly transported to a magical world. As it turns out, they have been summoned as heroes with the mission of rescuing humanity from impending extinction.

Unlike most of his peers who are endowed with exceptional powers and skills, Nagumo possesses the unique ability of a synergist, allowing him to perform only one transmutation. This sets him apart as the least powerful among them. Ostracized and tormented due to his lack of might, Nagumo finds himself in a precarious situation, where he must traverse a treacherous landscape filled with allies, enemies, and monsters, armed only with the strength of a blacksmith.

4 Fate/Zero

Anime-Planet Rating: 4. 2 / 5

10 Best Completed Fantasy Light Novels You Should Read
  • Creator(s): Takeuchi Takashi, Urobuchi Gen
  • Genre: Action, Fantasy, Supernatural
  • No. of Volumes: 4

The Fate/Zero series revolves around a battle known as the Holy Grail War, a conflict involving magic, bloodshed, and supernatural entities. This war is fought by seven mages, each accompanied by a familiar spirit, for control over the legendary artifact called the Holy Grail. In this story, Emiya Kiritsugu is tasked by The Einzbern Family to win this battle, as he strives to seize the greatest magical artifact ever created.

The story unfolds after the undecided outcomes of the previous four Holy Grail Wars, with Emiya Kiritsugu taking center stage this time. Renowned for his ruthless nature, Emiya, like other combatants in the conflict, has a personal motive for wanting the power of the Holy Grail. As he pursues his objective, he crosses paths with an odd yet familiar adversary, Kotomine Kirei, leading to consequences that not even destiny could foresee.

3 The Boy and The Beast

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.2 / 5

10 Best Completed Fantasy Light Novels You Should Read
  • Creator(s): Hosoda Mamoru, Hirasawa Geko
  • Genre: Adventure, Fantasy
  • No. of Volumes: 1

In “The Boy and The Beast,” we follow a story that unfolds across two unique dimensions: the human cityscape and Shibutenmachi, the domain of beasts. Normally, these realms would never collide; however, this rule is broken when the main character, Ren, stumbles into Shibutenmachi after crossing paths with Kumatesu in Tokyo.

Out of interest, Ren accompanies Kumatetsu to the land of monsters but is unable to reenter the human world afterward. In a quick decision, Ren becomes Kumatetsu’s student and takes on the name Kyuuta. However, Kyuuta’s extended stay in the monster realm could upset the equilibrium between both realms, and master-apprentice duo Kumatetsu and Kyuuta will require more than just training sessions to preserve the balance of both worlds.

2 Wolf Children: Ame & Yuki

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.4 / 5

10 Best Completed Fantasy Light Novels You Should Read
  • Creator(s): Hosoda Mamoru
  • Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Slice of Life
  • No. of Volumes: 1

Tale of Wolf Children revolves around an unconventional romance that significantly reshapes the protagonist, Hana’s, life, leading to a stunning yet challenging existence. Her courage in initiating a conversation with a secretive classmate from college unexpectedly leads to more than she anticipated. Their interaction evolves into a genuine love affair, and it is only then that she learns he has been keeping his true identity as a wolf living among humans hidden.

Unwavering, she takes him into her life, and despite a less-than-ideal relationship, their love leads to the birth of her two children, Ame and Yuki. These children possess their father’s unique ability to change between wolf and human forms. Hana is left to raise her extraordinary kids on her own, making her journey as a mother one like no other.

1 Fullmetal Alchemist

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.2 / 5

10 Best Completed Fantasy Light Novels You Should Read
  • Creator(s): Arakawa Hiromu, Inoue Makoto
  • Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
  • No. of Volumes: 7

In a world where alchemists and their art are highly esteemed, Fullmetal Alchemist unfolds. Yet, despite its immense potential, alchemy is not infallible or omnipotent, as commonly believed. The story revolves around the Elric brothers, Edward and Alphonse, who learn about the boundaries of alchemy the hard way when they attempt the forbidden act of human transmutation, trying to resurrect their deceased mother.

In this scenario, both Edward and Alphonse suffer severely as a consequence of their actions, leading to amputations – Edward losing his right leg and Alphonse losing his entire body. To save Alphonse’s soul from disappearing entirely, Edward sacrifices his right arm and seals his brother’s spirit within an armor-like shell. After many years pass, the siblings embark on a nationwide expedition in search of the Philosopher’s Stone, hoping to restore their original bodies with its magical properties. However, their pursuit reveals the most sinister mysteries hidden within alchemy.

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2024-08-14 06:34