A solid read so far (215 chapters in), with a very much appreciated bigger-picture perspective. Where so many other novels here focus on one guy and his ego (and his problems and strength growing), ACE really looks at humanity's need and circumstances, and for sci-fi, it's really not that far out. The main character truly isn't overpowered in any sense, and the development of the civilization is his main concern, not his personal strength. This makes the main character a great deal more lovable than even the most colorful selfish pricks in most wuxia novels. I actually wish they'd give the MC a bit more focus and care, and there's evidence the author can pull off touching scenes, but right now, the fate of mankind is in the balance, so...
