Reincarnated into a Game As the Hero’s Friend Novel Review

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By すずきゆうき, 涼樹悠樹

3.9

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LicensedjapaneseWeb Novel

Genres

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action adventure fantasy shounen

Chapters

245 chapters

Started

2021

Description

A modern Japanese man reincarnated into a game as Welner von Zeavert. Though he reincarnated as a noble’s son, he is neither the main character nor the hero of this world. He become someone who didn’t even appear in the game. Plus, with only [Spearmanship] as his skill, he can’t even join the hero party to clear main story. His small advantages are the fact that he became the hero’s friend and his father’s rather high status. He’s nothing but a supporting character of the story. He noted the game story that he knew from his past life, used it, along with his authority and influence as a noble, to survive from demon king army. But, without realizing it, the knowledge from his past life and his memories of the game story affected the world. He saved people that should have died and took care of events that didn’t appear in the game. With that, he carved history of this world This is not a story about the hero. This is a story about struggle and effort of a young noble.

Publication Information

Original Publisher: syosetu
English Publisher: seven seas
Original Language: japanese
Type: Web Novel

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My Thoughts on Reincarnated into a Game As the Hero’s Friend

First Impressions

"Reincarnated into a Game As the Hero’s Friend" had me intrigued from the start. The idea of being a side character, a non-entity in a world destined for grand, heroic events, is a fun twist on the isekai formula. I was prepared for a story of wit, strategy, and maybe even a little bit of underdog charm. And in some ways, the novel delivers.

What Works Well

What I found most compelling was the focus on strategy and tactics. The protagonist isn't overpowered; he's relying on his knowledge of the game world and some good old-fashioned Earthly ingenuity to survive and make a difference. I particularly enjoyed the detailed descriptions of battles and the planning that goes into them. The author clearly has a passion for military history, and that shines through in the writing. This isn't a story where the MC wins through sheer brute force; it's about leveraging resources, understanding the terrain, and outsmarting the enemy. The friendship between the MC and the Hero also felt genuine, portraying a believable bond without unnecessary jealousy or animosity.

Areas of Concern

However, my enjoyment was frequently interrupted by what many readers have pointed out: the excessive information dumps. The author has a tendency to go into excruciating detail about even the most mundane things, often derailing the narrative flow. While some of this information might be relevant to the world-building, much of it feels unnecessary and slows down the pacing considerably. It's like reading a textbook interspersed with snippets of an actual story. I also noticed that the enemies often lack strategic depth, which can make the MC's victories feel a bit less satisfying. While I appreciate the focus on the MC's resourcefulness, I'd love to see him face opponents who are just as cunning and capable.

Final Verdict

"Reincarnated into a Game As the Hero’s Friend" is a mixed bag. The strategic elements and the underdog protagonist are definitely highlights, offering a refreshing take on the isekai genre. However, the excessive information dumps and somewhat simplistic antagonists hold it back from reaching its full potential. If you're a fan of military history and don't mind sifting through a lot of extraneous detail, you might find something to enjoy here. Otherwise, proceed with caution.