The Joy of Not Participating in VRMMO Events Novel Review
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By mirei haruki, 壬黎ハルキ
2022
Description
Event? Ranking? What are those, do they taste good? Shingetsu Makoto, a college student. Having won a prize draw, he starts playing a VRMMO game. He had gathered some information, but it was his first time playing a VR game itself. He starts the game under the player name “Shin”. Then immediately a random quest occurs! By clearing it, Shin obtains a unique title as a reward. However, it was written there: “If you possess this title, you cannot participate in any in-game events.” Participating in events is one of the pleasures of a VRMMO. Therefore, that title seemed to be nothing but a huge disadvantage. His sister, who is a veteran of online games, even tells him that he should give up on joining a “Clan”, which means a party. Having no choice, Makoto decides to enjoy continuing the game at his own pace, solo. However, before long, the true value of that title is revealed, and those around him are astounded. The person himself, without a care in the world, walks around the VR world at his own easygoing pace today as well.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- kakuyomu
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
The Joy of Not Participating in VRMMO Events Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on The Joy of Not Participating in VRMMO Events
First Impressions
Okay, so I went into "The Joy of Not Participating in VRMMO Events" expecting a chill slice-of-life story about a guy avoiding the usual MMO grind. The premise is definitely interesting: a protagonist who gets special perks for not participating in events. It had the potential to be a fun subversion of the typical VRMMO power fantasy.
What Works Well
There are definitely aspects of this story that I found enjoyable. The core concept of a protagonist gaining power through non-participation is unique. The idea of a character who is powerful in his own way, even if he isn't actively competing with other players, has some charm. I also liked the idea of his special beginner gear being a boon to him. The slice-of-life aspect is executed well, though it is not the main focus of the novel.
Areas of Concern
However, I also encountered some inconsistencies. The definition of what constitutes an "event" versus a "random quest" seemed blurred at times. If a quest leads to widespread benefits for other players, it feels like it should be classified as an event, thus making the protagonist's role in it contradictory. The world-building also felt a bit underdeveloped. I wanted a better sense of the game's overall structure, the stakes involved, and the relative power levels of different players.
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Final Verdict
Overall, "The Joy of Not Participating in VRMMO Events" has a fun premise and some enjoyable moments. However, inconsistencies in world-building, event definitions, and the protagonist's power scaling hold it back. If you're looking for a lighthearted read with a unique twist on the VRMMO genre, it might be worth checking out, but be prepared for some rough edges.
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