The Hero of Regression – The Talentless Boy Vows to Protect His Childhood Friend, the Female Hero, This Time Around Novel Review
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By torauma tikin, 虎馬チキン
103 chapters
2020
Description
The hope of humanity. The savior destined to rescue a world on the brink of destruction by the Demon King. There was a girl known as the “Hero.” She fought diligently to save humanity, defeated the Four Heavenly Kings of the Demon King’s army, and was on the verge of slaying the Demon King himself. However, in the final battle, the Hero was defeated by the Demon King, plunging humanity back into the abyss. In a certain rural village lived a boy named “Allan,” who was the childhood friend of the girl hailed as the Hero. Vowing revenge against the Demon King who took his precious childhood friend, Allan, despite having no special talents, honed an extraordinary sword technique through sheer effort, and finally avenges her by clashing blades with the Demon King, who had been severely injured in the battle with the Hero. However, even after avenging her, she does not return. Consumed by sorrow and loss, Alan loses his life. . . . . .and finds himself back in time, before his childhood friend was taken to the battlefield as the Hero. Having witnessed a future of despair, Alan vows. With the power he gained for the sake of revenge, this time, he will protect his dear childhood friend until the end.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- kadokawa
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
The Hero of Regression – The Talentless Boy Vows to Protect His Childhood Friend, the Female Hero, This Time Around Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on The Hero of Regression – The Talentless Boy Vows to Protect His Childhood Friend, the Female Hero, This Time Around
Okay, so I dove into "The Hero of Regression – The Talentless Boy Vows to Protect His Childhood Friend, the Female Hero, This Time Around" with a mix of excitement and trepidation, given the… lengthy title. The premise itself is pretty classic: regression, childhood friends, a destined hero – it's all there. But does it deliver? Let's break it down.
First Impressions
My initial reaction was a bit of whiplash. The writing can feel a bit cringy at times, leaning heavily into that chuunibyou vibe with a straight face. It's like the story is taking itself very seriously, which, depending on your taste, can either be endearing or off-putting. However, there's a certain charm to it.
What Works Well
I found myself enjoying the core concept of the MC's struggle. He's not some overpowered chosen one; he's genuinely weak and has to fight tooth and nail for every inch of progress. I like how the story emphasizes his constant need to adapt, learn, and overcome his limitations. The battles are where he shines, constantly thinking about how to turn his flaws into weapons. The premise of him using his opponent's strength against them is clever, even if the execution isn't always perfect. It's a fun, if somewhat predictable, ride. I also appreciated the fairytale-esque quality of the story. It's a perfect brain-switch-off read, devoid of complex politics or intricate schemes. The focus is squarely on the relationship between the characters and the guaranteed happy ending, which is sometimes exactly what you need.
Areas of Concern
The writing style might not be for everyone. The choreography of the fights can be a bit wonky, and sometimes the plot relies a little too heavily on plot armor to keep things moving. Also, the MC's single-minded focus on his childhood friend, to the point of potentially jeopardizing the world, might rub some readers the wrong way.
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Final Verdict
Overall, "The Hero of Regression" is a mixed bag. It's a fun, albeit cringy, read with a heart. If you're looking for a lighthearted, fairytale-esque story with a focus on character growth and overcoming adversity, this might be right up your alley. Just be prepared to suspend your disbelief and embrace the chuunibyou vibes. I'd give it a tentative recommendation, but with the caveat that your mileage may vary.
