A Guy Who Thinks He’s a Villain in a World Where Gender Ratios Are Broken Novel Review
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By 悠/陽波ゆうい
21 chapters
2024
Description
One day, a man woke up thinking, “I’ve reincarnated as a villain with a ton of doom flags!” However, reality turned out to be very different—it was all one big misunderstanding. Why? Because he found himself in a world where the gender ratio was so skewed it was practically broken, and societal roles between men and women had completely flipped. Now, what would happen if this man acted like a “villain” (even though he was actually a good guy) in a world like this?
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- kakuyomu
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
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My Thoughts on A Guy Who Thinks He’s a Villain in a World Where Gender Ratios Are Broken
Okay, so I dove into "A Guy Who Thinks He’s a Villain in a World Where Gender Ratios Are Broken" with a hefty dose of curiosity, and I've got some thoughts. The premise itself is intriguing, a comedic take on a world where the male population is significantly smaller, and our protagonist is convinced he's some kind of mastermind villain. It definitely had the potential to be a fun, lighthearted read.
First Impressions
Initially, I was hooked by the alternate world setting and the promise of a clueless MC. The idea of a protagonist completely oblivious to the world around him, especially regarding the skewed gender ratio, struck me as a solid foundation for comedic misunderstandings. I was eager to see how the author would play with this dynamic.
What Works Well
The core concept is where the story shines. The potential for comedic situations arising from the MC's self-proclaimed villainy clashing with the reality of a matriarchal society is definitely there. The "handsome male lead" tag also hints at some interesting romantic developments, which I'm always a sucker for. The story is ongoing, so I'm hoping it will eventually develop these elements more fully.
Areas of Concern
However, I have to admit, I found myself a bit frustrated with the pacing. The MC's lack of awareness, while initially funny, started to wear thin after a while. The fact that he doesn't seem to grasp the basic premise of the world even after several chapters felt a little contrived. I was hoping for more plot development and a quicker realization on the MC's part. It felt like the story was dragging its feet a little.
Final Verdict
"A Guy Who Thinks He’s a Villain in a World Where Gender Ratios Are Broken" has a promising premise and the potential for hilarious situations. However, the slow pacing and the MC's prolonged obliviousness hold it back from reaching its full potential, in my opinion. It's not a bad read, but I think it needs a bit more oomph to truly capture the reader's attention. I'm hoping the story picks up steam as it progresses.