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King of Assassins
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刺客之王
Original Chinese Title
Also known as: 刺客之王
By master stepping on snow, 踏雪真人
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- Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
- Status
- Completed
- Chapters
- 785 chapters
- Original Publisher
- qidian
- English Publisher
- webnovel
785 chapters
2020
Description
The most dependable (sarcastic) assassin — Gao Xuan. Developing himself with an inventory of powerful gear. A master of biding his time, backstabbing, and brutalizing weaklings. Don’t love me. Nothing would come out of this. I am an assassin without feelings.
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- Original Publisher
- qidian
- English Publisher
- webnovel
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
King of Assassins Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on King of Assassins
Diving into "King of Assassins," I had mixed expectations given its premise and current reception. The blend of action, comedy, fantasy, and harem elements certainly sounds like a recipe for an engaging xuanhuan story. However, my experience, at least up to the available translated chapters, has been somewhat lukewarm.
First Impressions
Initially, the story presents a fairly standard setup. We're introduced to a protagonist navigating the treacherous world of assassins, complete with hidden abilities and a ruthless streak. The early chapters establish the basic framework, but I found it difficult to fully invest in the narrative. The world-building felt a little generic, and the characters, while present, didn't immediately grab my attention.
What Works Well
I can appreciate the author's attempt to create a protagonist who is both calm and overpowered. There are glimpses of potential in the action sequences, and the promise of an antiheroic journey is intriguing. The story doesn't necessarily do anything wrong, and it flows well enough. It's a functional story, and it is not bad, but it lacks something special.
Areas of Concern
My biggest issue lies in the story's overall lack of spark. It feels somewhat formulaic, like it's ticking boxes on a checklist rather than breathing with its own unique life. The setting and backstory, while not outright flawed, didn't quite resonate with me. I struggled to find a hook that would keep me eagerly anticipating the next chapter. This could be due to the limited number of translated chapters available, but first impressions are important, and "King of Assassins" didn't quite deliver the punch I was hoping for. The characters feel more like archetypes than fully realized people, and the plot, while competent, lacks originality. It just feels like a mass-produced product.
Final Verdict
"King of Assassins" isn't a terrible read, but it didn't leave a lasting impression on me. The potential is there, but it needs more development to truly shine. The story is adequate, but not extraordinary. If you're looking for a no-frills xuanhuan novel to pass the time, it might be worth a look. However, don't expect to be blown away. I'd rate it a 2 out of 5.
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