Kensei Ni Uragirareta Osananajimi Tabiji Novel Review
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By boukensha ni narou, 冒険者になろう
189 chapters
2019
Description
Sheena, a boy who was born and raised in the backwater village, was engaged to his childhood friend Yukina and thought that they would spend their entire life in that village until they died of old age. Or so he thought until they turned fifteen. During their coming-of-age ceremony, Yukina was chosen as the sword saint, a legendary job, and taken away by the temple’s priest, thus getting separated from Sheena. One year later, Yukina who defeated one of the demonfolk’s Four Heavenly Kings returned to the village along with the hero party. Though Sheena was disappointed upon learning that Yukina had become the hero’s lover during their reunion, he decided to leave the village and part ways with his past. He, who became an adventurer saw the world and learnt the art of survival. Until one day, someone knocked open the door of his house. 「THIS MISTRESS JUST WANTS PEACE AND FOR EVERYONE IN THIS WORLD TO GET ALONG WITH EACH OTHER!」 With the supernatural power he received from the Goddess combined with bone-breaking effort, the youth was forced to suffer numerous trials in the world that had changed. This is the tale of a villager who had no choice but to accept the fact that his heroine was deprived by the protagonist of the world. The meeting of that youth and a certain girl. It wasn’t the 「Fight to Protect」 path that he was supposed to embrace but the 「Living in Harmony」that he had to choose. It was the path of a youth who strayed from original history to get his revenge on the protagonist of the original history. He didn’t need the title of a childhood friend of Hero. ==== Kind reminder, Act 1 and 2 are not for the faint-hearted! The real story starts from Act 3. ===THIS IS THE JOURNEY OF A YOUNG MAN WHO IS DEPRIVED OF HIS BELOVED ONE=== Author
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- kakuyomu
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
Kensei Ni Uragirareta Osananajimi Tabiji Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Kensei Ni Uragirareta Osananajimi Tabiji
"Kensei Ni Uragirareta Osananajimi Tabiji" is a web novel that throws you headfirst into a world of betrayal, adventure, and slow-burn character growth. While it has moments that shine, it also suffers from pacing issues and frustrating character decisions. Overall, I'm conflicted.
First Impressions
The initial chapters are undeniably gripping. The author does a great job of portraying the MC's devastation after being betrayed by his childhood sweetheart. I felt genuinely invested in his pain and desire to find a new path. The premise itself, a world where the MC is supposed to be the strongest human but gets sidelined by NTR, is intriguing enough to keep you hooked.
What Works Well
The slow-burn character development, while frustrating at times (more on that later), is ultimately a strength. The MC doesn't suddenly become overpowered. Instead, he grows gradually, learning to harness his unique abilities with the help of new companions. I particularly enjoyed the budding romance with the archer girl; it felt like a well-deserved ray of sunshine amidst the darkness of the betrayal. There's a good balance of action, adventure, and humor, even if the humor can sometimes feel a little out of place given the serious themes.
Areas of Concern
The pacing is a major issue. The MC's reluctance to embrace his potential, specifically becoming half-dragon, drags on for what feels like an eternity. This procrastination, especially with a war looming, is infuriating. I found myself screaming at the screen, urging him to just get on with it! Furthermore, some of the plot points feel contrived, seemingly designed to prolong the story rather than organically advance it. The author's writing can, at times, be a bit clumsy, leading to inconsistent character behavior and questionable decision-making.
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Final Verdict
"Kensei Ni Uragirareta Osananajimi Tabiji" is a mixed bag. It has a compelling premise, interesting characters, and moments of genuine emotional resonance. However, it's bogged down by slow pacing, frustrating character decisions, and a tendency towards unnecessary drama. If you're a patient reader who enjoys slow-burn stories with a heavy dose of angst, you might find something to enjoy here. But be prepared for a bumpy ride and the occasional urge to rage-quit. I'm giving it a tentative 3/5.