The Weakest Summoner’s School Conquest – I Became Strong Only After Losing –
By satou, さとう
233 chapters
2020
Description
A [Summoner] who possesses [summoned beasts] from birth. The summoned beasts that everyone possesses are good partners with various abilities, and the higher the rank of the summoned beast, the stronger the one who possesses it, making it an admired existence. Albero, the youngest member of the remote noble Rushout family, had the lowest of the low as his summoned beast, a tiny [Mole] that could fit in the palm of his hand. Albero, scorned by his family, and Ashe, his childhood friend who owns a high-ranking summoned beast, both enroll in the [Asgard Summoning Academy] to become summoners together. However, the true story begins when Albero, who actually possesses an incredible summoned beast, starts his school life. ※ This is the story of a boy who loses everything and gains the strongest power, leading his school life.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- syosetu
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
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First Impressions
Initially, it seems like a fairly standard underdog story. We've got a protagonist written off as weak, attending an academy, and generally getting the short end of the stick. It’s a familiar setup, and whether that's comforting or tiresome really depends on your personal taste. The beginning is good enough but doesn't immediately grab you as something original.
What Works Well
One thing that stood out to me is the protagonist's reaction to adversity. He doesn't devolve into a generic revenge-obsessed character, which can be a refreshing change of pace. He’s angry and distrustful, sure, but he doesn’t let it consume him. I appreciate that he maintains some semblance of his former self, even after the events that change him. It's a more nuanced approach to character development than I often see in this genre.
Areas of Concern
However, the story seems to take a pretty dark turn at a certain point, and that's where some of the praise fades. The plot might feel a bit contrived, with a sudden demon attack, a teacher sacrificing the "weak" students, and higher-ups just standing by. I can see how that would be frustrating for some readers.
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Final Verdict
Overall, "The Weakest Summoner’s School Conquest – I Became Strong Only After Losing –" seems like a mixed bag. While it offers a potentially refreshing take on the weak-to-strong trope, it also appears to stumble with some plot contrivances and character reactions that might not resonate with all readers. It seems that the quality of translation is good, which is a definite plus. Ultimately, whether you enjoy this story will likely depend on your tolerance for some of the darker elements and your appreciation for a protagonist who doesn’t completely succumb to edginess. Proceed with caution, but don't write it off completely.
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