Her Majesty’s Swarm
By 616th special information battalion, 第６１６特別情報大隊
133 chapters
2017
Description
Our protagonist is a college student who enjoys playing as the evil-aligned faction Arachnea in her favorite real-time strategy game. One day, she finds herself in a world similar to the one in the game; additionally, her body is now that of a fourteen-year-old girl. While things are a bit different from how they were in the game, one element has remained the same: she is the leader of the Arachnea. The insects under her control, collectively known as the Swarm, praise her and implore her to lead them to victory. In order to survive, she raises her Swarm and forms friendly relations with the elves of the neighboring forest. But after a s*aver traveling through the forest mu*ders one of her Swarm and the nearby kingdom’s knights burn down the elven village and massacre its people, she prepares to launch her counterattacks in the name of revenge. However, revenge is merely a pretense for attacking the countries of this world. Her command is masterful and severe, as one who has played the game in real life…
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- kodansha
- English Publisher
- j-novel club
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
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My Thoughts on Her Majesty’s Swarm
First Impressions
"Her Majesty's Swarm" presents an intriguing premise: a human girl transported to another world, commanding an army of insect-like creatures. The initial idea of a "Zerg Queen" in a fantasy setting definitely grabbed my attention. I went in expecting a unique take on the isekai genre, but what I found was a mixed bag of interesting concepts and questionable execution.
What Works Well
The core concept of the MC leading a swarm is undeniably appealing. There's a certain satisfaction in watching her build and command her arachnid army, sweeping across the continent. Some readers found the war aspects of the story to be its strongest point, with a focus on tactics and strategy, and a refreshing lack of unnecessary drama. The idea of a protagonist who isn't necessarily a "hero," but rather someone pragmatic and even ruthless in her approach to survival, adds a layer of complexity that I appreciated. The "war slice of life" feel also gave the story a unique comfy feel.
Areas of Concern
Unfortunately, "Her Majesty's Swarm" suffers from some significant flaws. The pacing felt rushed, with minimal time spent on character development and world-building. This resulted in a story that felt hollow, with characters that were difficult to connect with. The MC's personality and actions sometimes felt inconsistent, and some found her to be unlikeable, especially her transitions into violence. The heavy-handed comparisons to "Overlord" also set expectations that the novel struggles to meet. While the premise of a morally grey protagonist leading an insect army is interesting, the execution often felt lacking.
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Final Verdict
"Her Majesty’s Swarm" is a novel with a promising premise that ultimately falls short due to pacing issues, underdeveloped characters, and inconsistent writing. While the initial concept and war aspects may appeal to some readers, the lack of depth and rushed execution leave much to be desired. I would recommend this novel only for casual reading if you're looking for something simple and quick to pass the time, but those seeking a more engaging and well-developed story may be disappointed.
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