Description
Every day, a recurring hellish dream. Junseong is stuck in a world that feels like an endless loop, much like a rogue-like game. It’s a cursed world where he struggles every day. Two months have passed since he set foot in the zombie apocalypse world in his dreams. “Ha….” As soon as he woke up, his gaze was instinctively drawn to the internet broadcast that he habitually left on. -A major riot is occurring in some regions due to the current situation… Then, beep! A loud sound announcing a disaster alert echoed in Junseong’s head. Unconsciously picking up his phone along with the alarm sound, Junseong couldn’t hide his confused expression. “What?” As Junseong was about to reply, he felt a change in Hanseo’s gaze. The smile that had been on his lips disappeared. Consequently, Junseong felt a strong, cold, and sharp pressure, as if a dagger was piercing his throat. “Why do you look at me like that?” Feeling the strange pressure, Junseong, who had tightly sealed his lips for a moment, asked instead. “How am I… looking at you?” “….” Instead of an immediate answer, Hanseo just gazed silently. Then, he showed the ‘fake smile’ he had been holding onto a little while ago. His clothes were too clean, his body had no wounds, and the smell of blood was so strong in comparison. When he took off his clothes, he could be sure. The scent of blood from the man named Do-hanseo was not from his ‘clothes’ but emanated from him.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- 리디북스
- Original Language
- korean
- Type
- Web Novel
Red Dot Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Red Dot
"Red Dot" plunges you headfirst into a zombie apocalypse, but it's not your typical undead romp. It's got a unique flavor, blending action, mystery, and a healthy dose of mature themes into a compelling narrative. While I can definitely see why it's earned a solid 3.9/5 rating, it's not without its quirks.
First Impressions
The premise immediately grabbed me: an MC armed with precognitive dreams navigating the zombie-infested landscape. It's a clever twist that sets the stage for strategic gameplay and high-stakes decisions. The hints of a "male yandere" love interest only piqued my interest further. From what I understand, the initial chapters do a great job of setting up the world and the characters, even if the translation is a little rough around the edges.
What Works Well
The plot itself is intricately woven, rewarding close attention with cleverly placed details that become significant later on. I appreciate a story that doesn't spoon-feed you everything. The MC is a standout; he's smart, resourceful, and far from a damsel in distress. He's caring towards his inner circle but maintains a realistic pragmatism when dealing with strangers, which I find refreshing in an apocalypse scenario. The ML is no slouch either, and I hear that his character has more depth than you might initially expect. The romance, while not fluffy, is described as satisfyingly dysfunctional, with a slow burn that allows their feelings to develop organically.
Areas of Concern
The biggest elephant in the room is the translation. Several readers have pointed out that it's clearly machine-translated (MTL) and suffers from inconsistencies, particularly with gender pronouns. Characters are sometimes referred to as "she" in one paragraph and "he" in the next, which can be quite jarring and confusing. I can see how this would detract from the overall reading experience, even if the underlying story is strong. Hopefully, a dedicated editor or a new translator will step in to polish things up.
Final Verdict
Despite the translation issues, "Red Dot" seems to have a lot going for it. The engaging plot, well-developed characters, and unique blend of genres make it a worthwhile read for those who can look past the occasional grammatical hiccup. If you're a fan of action, mystery, and a touch of dark romance, this might just be your cup of tea. I'm personally intrigued enough to give it a shot, hoping that the story's strengths will outweigh the translation's weaknesses.
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