How to Read Looting the 13th Floor
For readers diving into Eric Vall's fast-paced reverse-isekai fantasy series, the reading order is straightforward. The story follows a strict chronological progression that mirrors the order in which the books were published. There are no companion short stories, novellas, or parallel spin-offs that alter the timeline, meaning you should start with Book 1 and read straight through to the finale in Book 8.
Looting the 13th Floor Books in Publication and Chronological Order
All eight books in the series were released between 2022 and 2024. Because each book picks up precisely where the previous one leaves off, they must be read in numerical order:
- Looting the 13th Floor (Book 1) (2022) – Liam finds a hidden doorway to the magical realm of Hollowfell on the non-existent 13th floor of his office building, saves a catgirl named Cleo, and realizes he can carry treasure back to Earth.
- Looting the 13th Floor 2 (2022) – Armed with new gear and an expanding group of allies, Liam coordinates daring heists to secure high-value treasure and rescue more companions.
- Looting the 13th Floor 3 (2022) – The stakes rise as Liam targets a massive auction of captive girls, cementing his reputation as an outlaw rebel.
- Looting the 13th Floor 4 (2022) – Liam continues to balance his mundane Earth life with his growing power in the magical world.
- Looting the 13th Floor 5 (2023) – The operations become more complex as Liam takes on High Society monsters.
- Looting the 13th Floor 6 (2023) – Liam expands his reach and fortifies his position as a major political and physical force in Hollowfell.
- Looting the 13th Floor 7 (2023) – Tensions peak as the forces of Hollowfell's ruling class push back against Liam's crew.
- Looting the 13th Floor 8 (2024) – The series finale, wrapping up Liam's journey, his relationships, and his ultimate confrontation with Hollowfell's deepest secrets.
What to Know Before You Start
Before jumping in, there are a few structural and stylistic elements to keep in mind:
- Genre Conventions: The series belongs to the HaremLit (Harem Fantasy) genre. It features a male protagonist building romantic and loyal relationships with multiple female companions. Eric Vall is known for balancing the romantic elements with action, prioritizing heist-like operations and modern tactical gunplay in a magical setting.
- The Portal Concept: Unlike typical isekai stories where the protagonist is permanently reincarnated or trapped in another world, Liam can travel back and forth between Hollowfell and Earth. This dual-world element allows him to convert his magical loot into real-world Earth wealth, adding a fun management aspect to the story.
- Complete Arc: The series concluded in early 2024 with Book 8. You can read the entire story from beginning to end without waiting for further updates or cliffhangers.