A Sword Master Childhood Friend Power Harassed Me Harshly, So I Broke Off Our Relationship And Make A Fresh Start At The Frontier As A Magic Swordsman. Novel Review
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By shingyou gaku, シンギョウ ガク
161 chapters
2020
Description
The power harassment from Alfine ー a girlfriend and childhood friendー, who are the same age, grew up together, and became adventurer together, is painful. A peerless beauty, a person with the title Sword Master and called the Flawless Sword Goddess, a capable woman with achievement recognized by the Kingdom and rewarded with appointment as a knight and became a noble. On the other hand, I’m treated as that capable woman Alfine’s accessory, hurled abusive language by her, often power harassed by her with insults as an adventurer, losing my dignity as a man and as a person, I resigned to spending my daily life in position as a lover caretaker. However changes come to those daily life. Alfine, who became busy as the kingdom’s knight, often became unable to take part in adventures, the times I took requests alone increased, and I was able to regain my lost dignity. Then I became aware to the abnormality of the situation I was in. Then, to regain myself, I decided to abandon her repeated power harassment. In addition to all the equipment I received until now, I returned the sword which we gave to each other when we became an adventurer to her, then I declared our break up, and left that place quickly. From now on, I will change my name and appearance and live freely. As soon as I decided so, everything went well, and when I realized, I was praised by the people around me and became the greatest adventurer on the frontier. What’s more, I got a proposal to marry the frontier lord’s daughter from a female adventurer.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- futabasha
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
A Sword Master Childhood Friend Power Harassed Me Harshly, So I Broke Off Our Relationship And Make A Fresh Start At The Frontier As A Magic Swordsman. Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on A Sword Master Childhood Friend Power Harassed Me Harshly, So I Broke Off Our Relationship And Make A Fresh Start At The Frontier As A Magic Swordsman.
First Impressions
Okay, let's be real, that title is a mouthful! I went into this novel expecting a story about escaping an abusive relationship and forging a new path. While the initial premise is certainly there, I found myself ultimately disappointed. It sets up a potentially compelling narrative, but it quickly devolves into a fairly generic OP protagonist story, which is a shame, because it could have been so much more.
What Works Well
The initial chapters do a decent job of setting up the MC's desire for a fresh start. I appreciated the idea of him wanting to reclaim his life and move on without dwelling on revenge. The early interactions with side characters also show promise. Some readers seem to enjoy the ex-girlfriend's character development, finding her side story more engaging than the main plot. And I'll admit, the concept of her regretting her actions and undergoing her own transformation is an interesting one. There's also the fact that it has an ending and isn't abandoned like so many others.
Areas of Concern
My biggest issue is the missed potential. The MC's past trauma feels largely ignored. He changes his appearance and moves on remarkably quickly, without much exploration of the emotional repercussions of the abuse he suffered. This makes the initial premise feel somewhat pointless.
The magic system also seems poorly developed. The MC masters magic far too easily, diminishing any sense of accomplishment. World-building is similarly weak, lacking depth and detail. The plot becomes predictable, relying on tired tropes and shallow character interactions. The romance feels rushed and unconvincing, and the comedy often falls flat. Ultimately, the novel suffers from a lack of originality and a failure to fully explore its more compelling themes.
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Final Verdict
A Sword Master Childhood Friend Power Harassed Me Harshly, So I Broke Off Our Relationship And Make A Fresh Start At The Frontier As A Magic Swordsman. had the potential to be a unique and compelling story. However, it ultimately falls short due to underdeveloped characters, a shallow plot, and a failure to fully explore its more interesting themes. While it may offer some enjoyment for readers seeking a generic OP protagonist story, I can't recommend it to those looking for a more nuanced and emotionally resonant narrative. I give it a 2/5.
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