The Bastard Called Brave And The Former Fiancée, I Will Crush All Of Them Novel Review

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By satou, さとう

2.8

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CompletedjapaneseWeb Novel

Genres

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action fantasy romance

Chapters

215 chapters

Started

2018

Description

The continent’s largest kingdom, the Kingdom of Westphalia. The boy Light who lived there had the lesson of the sword from his father who was a former knight of the kingdom, together with his childhood friend Lyrica and Sere. Both Lyrica and Light being childhood lovers, promise to be engaged with each other. Sere also being in love with Light decided to be Light’s mistress. Because you have to be a knight to have a mistress, Light s*aved himself to point of death in order to be a knight of the kingdom of Westphalia. And, in order to receive the special ability called “gift” which everyone has, when Light, Lyrica, and Sere become 16 years old, they go to the cathedral of the Westphalia kingdom in order to appraise their “gifts”. However the cruel reality is revealed, when Lyrica and Sere both receive great gifts and Light receives a talent called “???” An Unknown Power. A man called Brave came from another world with two women and told both of the women: “Are you the girls of my destiny?” They were gathering girls with great gifts to combine their power and kill the Demon King that was recently revived. Lyrica and Sera, together with the man called Brave and the two girls, journey together in order to kill the Demon King. One year later… Lyrica and Sere came back, as the wives of the Brave rage… For the two of them, Light, which became a knight in order to marry them, is simply deserted. Betrayed by both of his dearest Fiancees, Light, broken by sadness wandered aimlessly, weeping… But his sorrowful emotions are killed soundlessly as anger consumed him… All of them… KILL!

Publication Information

Original Publisher: alphapolis
Original Language: japanese
Type: Web Novel

The Bastard Called Brave And The Former Fiancée, I Will Crush All Of Them Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

My Thoughts on The Bastard Called Brave And The Former Fiancée, I Will Crush All Of Them

This title definitely grabbed my attention, and I dove into "The Bastard Called Brave..." with a mix of curiosity and trepidation. The premise screams "revenge," and while I enjoy a good story of righteous retribution, I also know how easily they can fall into grimdark territory. So, how did this one fare?

First Impressions

Okay, I'll be upfront: the initial chapters are rough. There's a strong element of betrayal early on, and it's not exactly handled with subtlety. The protagonist gets a raw deal, and the setup definitely leans into the "wronged hero" trope. But, I will say that I was intrigued enough to keep reading, hoping for a satisfying payoff.

What Works Well

What surprised me most was the shift in focus. The initial betrayal, while jarring, seems to act more as a catalyst than the central theme. The story quickly evolves into a broader revenge plot against a larger, more sinister force – a goddess manipulating events from behind the scenes. I found this escalation quite engaging. The protagonist's journey isn't just about getting back at his former flames or the "Brave," but about dismantling a corrupt system.

I also appreciated that the MC doesn't wallow in self-pity. He embraces his darker side, assembling a team of "bad guys" to fight against the seemingly righteous heroes. This subversion of typical isekai tropes is refreshing. The action and adventure elements are solid, with the protagonist and his companions facing various dangers as they gather power to confront the goddess.

Areas of Concern

My main concern stems from the pacing and depth of character development. While the overall plot is interesting, some sections feel rushed. I would have liked to see more exploration of the protagonist's emotional state and the motivations of his companions. The writing can also be a bit uneven at times, lacking the polish to truly elevate it.

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Final Verdict

"The Bastard Called Brave..." is a flawed but ultimately engaging revenge fantasy. If you can stomach the initial setup and are looking for a subversion of the typical isekai formula, this might be worth a read. Just be prepared for a bumpy start and a story that prioritizes plot over deep character exploration. I'm giving it a tentative 3/5. It has potential, but needs some refinement to truly shine.