I Was Reincarnated as the Villainess’s Brother, but I Couldn’t Use Magic, So I’ll Slash the Destruction Flag with My Sword!
By jajamaru
2024
Description
As long as I have love for my sister, I can cut through any magic! When Soldo Ranger saw the young girl his father had picked up from who knows where, he recalled his memories from his previous life. He realized that he was in the world of a certain otome game. The girl standing in front of him was Tilty Majester, the villainess who meets a tragic end in that game. And… that their family, the Ranger family, would be brutally slaughtered by bandits before the story of the game even begins, leaving Tilty with a scar on her heart that would never disappear for the rest of her life. “Don’t mess with me! I’m not going to die, and I will absolutely protect Tilty until the very end!!” Determined to become stronger than anyone else to avoid the fate of destruction, Sold realizes his destiny. However, he possesses no innate talent for magic… so he decides to refine his swordsmanship under the guidance of his father, who was once renowned as the strongest sword saint in the world. Yet, Sold did not know that his father was a complete braggart who actually knew nothing about swordsmanship. Relying solely on his love for Tilty and his father’s haphazard teachings, Soldo somehow grows to become the strongest sword saint in the world. “Father! After training my sword just like you said, I can slash through magic with just my sword!” “Hah… As expected of my son (What’s that? I don’t know, scary…)” A reincarnated noble’s tale of rising to power with love for his sister and misunderstandings of swordsmanship—an ultimate fantasy of invincibility!
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- japanese
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- Web Novel
I Was Reincarnated as the Villainess’s Brother, but I Couldn’t Use Magic, So I’ll Slash the Destruction Flag with My Sword! Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on I Was Reincarnated as the Villainess’s Brother, but I Couldn’t Use Magic, So I’ll Slash the Destruction Flag with My Sword!
Alright, let's dive into "I Was Reincarnated as the Villainess’s Brother, but I Couldn’t Use Magic, So I’ll Slash the Destruction Flag with My Sword!" (phew, what a title!). I went in expecting a fairly standard reincarnation story, and while it does hit some familiar beats, it has a certain charm that kept me reading.
First Impressions
The premise is pretty straightforward: our protagonist gets reborn as the brother of a villainess in an otome game world. The twist? He can't use magic, a pretty big handicap in a fantasy world. Instead, he relies on his swordsmanship to navigate the tricky situation he finds himself in. This immediately piqued my interest. I'm always a sucker for a good underdog story, especially when swords are involved.
What Works Well
One of the strongest aspects of this novel is the protagonist's "cluelessness." He's incredibly powerful with a sword, but he often doesn't realize the full extent of his abilities or the effect he has on the people around him. This leads to some genuinely funny moments and misunderstandings. It's a classic trope, sure, but it's executed well here. The world-building is also fairly decent, creating a believable fantasy setting that blends magic and martial arts. The action sequences, while not overly descriptive, are engaging enough to keep me invested.
Areas of Concern
The novel does fall into some common pitfalls. The harem elements are present, and while they aren't overbearing, they do feel a bit generic. I also felt that the plot could be a little slow at times, with certain arcs dragging on longer than necessary. However, these are minor gripes overall.
Final Verdict
Overall, "I Was Reincarnated as the Villainess’s Brother, but I Couldn’t Use Magic, So I’ll Slash the Destruction Flag with My Sword!" is a fun, if somewhat predictable, read. If you're a fan of reincarnation stories, overpowered protagonists, and a healthy dose of humor, then this might be right up your alley. It's not groundbreaking, but it's a solid choice for some lighthearted entertainment. I'd give it a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars.
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