4 Answers2026-07-29 08:20:01
Man, I’ve been refreshing Audible like it’s my job! The thing with 'The Path of Ascension' is that the series kind of runs on its own schedule compared to a lot of other progression fantasies. The author, C. Mantis, is pretty open about progress on the Royal Road forums, which is where I check for updates.
Last I saw, the manuscript for Book 5 was finished and with the publisher, but the audiobook recording and production takes its own sweet time. Luke Daniels, the narrator, has a packed schedule too. Best guess, based on the gaps between previous audiobook releases? I’d put my money on late this year, maybe November or December. That seems to be the pattern.
Of course, that’s just a guess. The e-book will definitely drop first, usually by a month or two. I’m holding off on my re-listen of the first four until we get a solid date. The wait is brutal, but at least we know it’s coming.
4 Answers2026-07-29 22:37:46
Man, this wait is killing me too. I've been checking Audible every couple of days like a nervous habit. Last I saw from C. Mantis on Patreon, they mentioned the manuscript was done and sent to the narrator and audio team, but there wasn't a firm date locked in yet.
Your best bet is to follow the author directly. He's pretty active with updates on his Patreon and his Discord server. Sometimes the audio version lags a few months behind the ebook release, which came out a while back. I'd guess maybe late summer or early fall? I'm just speculating based on the gap for Book 4.
Honestly, I might just cave and read the ebook version on Royal Road if the audio date is too far out. I prefer listening during my commute, but the suspense is real.
4 Answers2026-07-29 01:00:36
C. Mantis has been pretty active posting updates, but mostly on his Patreon and Discord. From what I've gathered, the manuscript for the book itself was finished a while back, but the audiobook production hit a snag. Travis Baldree, the narrator, is in crazy high demand right now. He's arguably the busiest voice in progression fantasy. His schedule is booked solid with other big series, and they had to fit 'Path 5' into a slot. It's not really a delay so much as a queue.
Mantis mentioned they wanted to ensure the audio quality matched the previous books, and rushing it with a different narrator was never on the table. Fans would riot. So it's a waiting game, but honestly, knowing it's Baldree on the other end makes it worth it. I'd rather wait for his rendition than get a subpar version next week. The Royal Road chapters are way ahead anyway, so I'm just treating the audiobook as a fantastic replay.
4 Answers2025-12-15 13:42:45
Man, I just finished binge-reading 'The Path of Ascension' up to book 9, and I’ve been scouring forums for news about book 10. From what I’ve gathered, the author hasn’t confirmed whether it’s the final installment, but the pacing suggests we might be nearing the endgame. The series has this epic, sprawling feel, and book 9 left a few major threads unresolved—like the fate of the Celestial Realm and Matt’s final power-up. I’d be shocked if everything wraps up neatly in one more book, but who knows? The author’s Patreon hints at ‘big surprises,’ so maybe they’ll pull a ‘Sanderson’ and split the finale into two.
That said, I’ve seen fans theorizing about spin-offs or prequels, especially with how rich the worldbuilding is. The side characters alone could carry their own stories (I’m begging for more Liz content). If book 10 does end things, I hope we get a hefty epilogue—after 9 books of grinding and politics, we deserve to see Matt and the gang kick back with some interdimensional tea.
6 Answers2025-08-14 19:49:51
I’ve been keeping a close eye on the audiobook updates. The latest information suggests the next audiobook, likely Part 4 Volume 3, is slated for late 2024, though exact dates haven’t been officially confirmed by J-Novel Club. They typically announce dates 2-3 months in advance, so I recommend checking their website or social media for updates.
For fans like me who adore Myne’s journey, the wait can feel endless, but the quality of the narration makes it worthwhile. The previous audiobooks have been released quarterly, so if the pattern holds, we might see it around November or December. Following the publisher’s newsletter is the best way to stay in the loop, as they often drop surprises like early releases or bonus content.