I Was Expelled From the Guild After My Past Achievements Were Tampered With and I Was Recognized as a Useless Burden, but I Was Picked up by the Daughter of the Country’s Top Nobleman and I’m on the Winning Side of Life. The Moment I Left, the Number of Members Dropped to Half? I’m Begging You, Can You Come Back? It’s Too Late Now

My Thoughts on I Was Expelled From The Guild After My Past Achievements Were Tampered With and I Was Recognized as a Useless Burden, but I Was Picked up by the Daughter of the Country’s Top Nobleman and I’m on the Winning Side of Life. The Moment I Left, the Number of Members Dropped to Half? I’m Begging You, Can You Come Back? It’s Too Late Now

Okay, let's tackle this title. Yes, it's a mouthful, and yes, it pretty much lays out the entire plot. But beyond the lengthy name, there's a story here, and I've spent some time diving into its early chapters to give you my initial impressions.

First Impressions

My first thought? It's familiar territory. We've all seen the "underappreciated hero gets kicked out" trope before. However, there's a certain charm to how this story unfolds. It leans heavily into the fantasy genre with a dash of wish fulfillment, and I found myself curious to see where the protagonist's newfound path would lead. The premise, while not groundbreaking, is intriguing enough to keep you reading, at least initially.

What Works Well

One thing I appreciated was the potential commentary on valuing seniority over actual skill. The idea that the protagonist's contributions were overlooked due to a rigid, hierarchical system is a compelling angle. This could be a clever way to differentiate itself from other stories with similar themes. I also found the initial setup fairly well-paced. The story quickly establishes the protagonist's situation and sets the stage for his departure and subsequent "winning side of life" scenario.

Areas of Concern

The biggest hurdle this novel faces is its reliance on well-worn tropes. It's crucial that it develops its characters and plot beyond the initial setup to avoid becoming just another generic entry in the genre. While the early chapters are promising, the long-term success will depend on the author's ability to subvert expectations and introduce fresh ideas. The "dense protagonist" tag also raises a flag for me. I hope the protagonist's obliviousness doesn't become a frustrating obstacle to the romance and overall plot progression.

Final Verdict

So far, I Was Expelled… (let's just call it that for sanity's sake) has potential. It's a familiar story with a few interesting twists. If it can deliver on its initial promise and avoid the pitfalls of its genre, it could become a genuinely enjoyable read. However, it's still too early to tell if it will truly stand out from the crowd. I'm cautiously optimistic and will be keeping an eye on its development.