I Build a Floating City in the Apocalypse

My Thoughts on I Build a Floating City in the Apocalypse

First Impressions

Okay, so I jumped into "I Build a Floating City in the Apocalypse" with a ton of excitement. The premise is fantastic – a post-apocalyptic world where the MC is literally building a city in the sky! I was picturing epic battles, clever resource management, and a real sense of building something against all odds. The early chapters definitely delivered on that promise, hooking me with the initial struggles and the promise of a powerful system.

What Works Well

In the beginning, the crafting and level system were genuinely engaging. Watching the protagonist navigate the apocalypse, making use of his unique abilities to survive and thrive, was compelling. The initial focus on action and adventure, particularly with the archery and zombie encounters, kept me turning the page. There was a real sense of progression as he started laying the foundations for his floating city. The initial concept of a cautious protagonist was also appealing; it's refreshing to see an MC who isn't reckless.

Areas of Concern

Unfortunately, my initial enthusiasm waned as the story progressed. I found myself getting bogged down in increasingly complex and frankly, tedious, magic theory. The action took a backseat, replaced by lengthy explanations of spell nodes and arcane structures. The system, which initially felt like a powerful advantage, started to feel less relevant as the story shifted its focus. I also felt that the protagonist's development took some questionable turns. His decision to share his unique magic abilities, his supposed "trump card," with everyone around him, even after being betrayed by his own creations, felt incredibly naive and contrived.

Final Verdict

While "I Build a Floating City in the Apocalypse" started strong with a compelling premise and an engaging system, the shift in focus towards overly detailed magic theory and questionable character decisions ultimately led to disappointment. The initial promise of action and adventure was overshadowed by tedious exposition and plot contrivances. I wanted to love this novel, but in the end, I struggled to stay invested.