What is the difference between cultivation novels and system novels, and do any on Novellumi fit these categories?

Cultivation novels, often found in the Eastern genre, focus on characters who train their bodies and minds to achieve immortality or godhood. This process involves absorbing spiritual energy, mastering martial arts and mystical techniques, and overcoming various tribulations. The progression is typically organic, based on the character's effort, talent, and understanding of the world's spiritual laws. Examples like "Cultivating With Mutated Heavenly Spirit Roots" clearly fall into this category, highlighting the journey of a protagonist with unique spiritual roots navigating the path of cultivation.

System novels, on the other hand, often blend fantasy or sci-fi elements with game-like mechanics. A 'System' acts as an interface, providing the protagonist with quests, levels, skills, and rewards. This system can be an external entity, an AI, or even a magical artifact. The progression is more structured and often accelerated by the System's guidance. "System Break" is a direct example of this genre, suggesting a narrative where a system plays a central role in the character's development and the plot. "Everyone is Young Except for Me" also hints at a game-like element with the protagonist obtaining a 'legendary class' in a virtual reality game, which shares similarities with system-based progression. While cultivation focuses on internal spiritual growth, system novels often incorporate external, game-like structures to drive the narrative and character advancement.