I just got done reading up to chapter 265 and while I did enjoy most of it, I realized I prefer when the MC actually fights more than just plain kingdom building. So before I decide on whether to continue this novel or not, I was wondering if the MC himself fights more often considering he just got an OP weapon and is advancing in his cultivation.
It's on and off. Mostly SIno-centred expansion and historical expressions. MC fights quite often, especially in the voyage arc.
Does the MC fight more often? Yes. That being said, he still fights very little, to almost nothing at all. The story is focused on Kingdom building, and thus there rarely is a situation where the MC is standing on the frontlines. His personal strength starts to play a role in battles later on, but if you are hoping to see frequent fighting, then you will be disappointed.