Progression Fantasy

Progression fantasy is a subgenre of fantasy that focuses on the journey of growth and power. Stories in this genre center on protagonists who start with limited abilities or knowledge and steadily improve, gaining new skills, magical powers, or combat prowess over time. The thrill comes from following their journey of training, overcoming challenges, and facing increasingly formidable opponents.

These stories often feature detailed systems of power, skill trees, or magical mechanics, allowing readers to track the hero’s advancement step by step. While progression fantasy frequently overlaps with game-like LitRPG worlds, it is not limited to them and can exist in traditional fantasy, martial arts-inspired worlds, or unique magical universes.

Fans of progression fantasy enjoy the sense of accomplishment, strategy, and long-term character development, making these stories immersive and highly rewarding for those who love seeing characters grow stronger with every challenge.