Fool, Grandpa Can Transform! Novel Review

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By dǎ jiāngshī, 打僵尸

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Genres

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action comedy shounen ai supernatural yaoi

Chapters

214 chapters

Started

2021

Description

As the gates of doom descend, hundreds of diverse disasters are available for you to choose from. Shipwreck, zombies, heat wave, poisonous fog, ice age… At first, Gou Fugui refused, but, wolves in front and tigers behind, he was left with no choice but to close his eyes and jump into the vortex. He thought it would be hard to survive in the apocalypse, but his [Quirky and Adorable Creatures Handbook] suddenly shone with the light of a golden finger! Thus, Gou Fugui opened up the path to gather all kinds of riches and honors— How can I survive if the sea floods the whole world? Fear not! Turn into an otter and you’ll know how! You can float on the sea til the end of time, and you can store fish in your small pocket! What if I don’t know how to fight against a strong enemy? Don’t panic! Meet the flat-headed honey badger! When it comes to fighting, this brother has never been afraid of anyone! What should I do if I’m surrounded by zombies and there’s no way out?! Hold on! Fainting goat Fugui teaches you how to play dead and become a winner in life! There’s also: the king of taunts, the Tibetan fox; the king of screams, the marmot; the house demolisher, ice king husky! Although these oddballs are a little bit weird, and maybe a little bit of a waste too, there’s always going to be an odd waste that will get you through the apocalypse! Later, every time a Doomsday Gate closed, there would be more than a few strange conversations between the gate’s survivors: “Who closed the Doomsday Gate this time?” “I don’t know. I only saw a Tibetan fox still alive before I fled.” “A Tibetan fox? Why did I see a honey badger fighting against the zombie king?!” “Wasn’t it the husky pulling the sled that closed the gate?” After the calamity, the State compiled a confidential dossier on the saviors: No. 000: Fantastic creatures that seem to have become Spirits. Gou Fugui: Thank you, they are all me! ^_^ Gou Fugui (shou) x Xie Tianlang (gong)

Publication Information

Original Publisher: jjwxc
Original Language: chinese
Type: Web Novel

Fool, Grandpa Can Transform! Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

My Thoughts on Fool, Grandpa Can Transform!

"Fool, Grandpa Can Transform!" is quite the rollercoaster of a novel. It throws you headfirst into an apocalyptic world with a unique twist: a protagonist who can transform into animals! The premise is undeniably fun, and the comedic potential is definitely exploited.

First Impressions

Initially, I was hooked. The blend of action, comedy, and supernatural elements is well-executed, and I found myself chuckling at the chaotic situations the MC gets into. The world-building is also quite impressive, with each doomsday scenario feeling distinct and well-developed. It's the kind of story that grabs your attention and makes you want to see what crazy animal form the MC will take next.

What Works Well

The animal transformations are undoubtedly a highlight. The author does a great job of imbuing each animal form with unique characteristics and powers, leading to some truly creative and hilarious moments. The supporting characters, including the ML, are also generally well-written and enjoyable to read. I particularly enjoyed the banter between the MC and ML, which is entertaining to read. The action sequences are exciting, and the emotional moments, while not always the focus, hit surprisingly hard. The author is able to raise the tension in the next world and top the previous world. Each world was terrifying, horrific, sometimes eerie and made you feel helpless, but the people and animals that never gave up showed the beauty of hope.

Areas of Concern

While the novel has a lot going for it, I can't ignore some of the criticisms I've seen. One recurring concern is the portrayal of other countries. Some found the nationalism and racism in the later half of the story to be a bit much.

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Final Verdict

"Fool, Grandpa Can Transform!" is a fun and engaging read with a unique premise and entertaining characters. However, potential readers should be aware of the nationalism and racism that some have pointed out, especially in the later arcs. If you're looking for a lighthearted apocalypse story with plenty of action and comedy, this might be right up your alley. Just be prepared to take some of the later plot developments with a grain of salt. I'd recommend giving it a try, but don't hesitate to drop it if the later themes become too uncomfortable.