Urban Legend Demolition Office

By 撕枕犹眠

4.4

CompletedchineseWeb Novel

Genres

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adventure comedy horror mystery supernatural

Chapters

160 chapters

Started

2024

Description

【Hello, welcome to the Demolition Office family. Below is our ninth edition of the internal employee code of conduct. For your personal safety, please make sure to carefully read and memorize it.】【1. As a member of the Demolition Office, when you enter a new urban legend area, you have the ability and duty to adjust and optimize the rules of the urban legend area to a certain extent. Please believe this point.】【2. Please remember, all current urban legend areas must operate under the control of the Demolition Office. The established area must be reported and registered, and all rules must be open and visible. There must be a clear and feasible escape route. The only purpose of construction must be to provide emotional experiences. Violators may be ordered to renovate or be directly demolished.】【3. All unregistered urban legend areas are considered unauthorized constructions. After a period of investigation and experience, they may be ordered to renovate or be directly demolished.】 …… 【15. The Urban Legend Demolition Office exists, is well-known, and has strong credibility and deterrence. Please believe this point.】【16. If you find that the residents of the urban legend area start to lack the proper [respect] for you, please repeatedly reread Article No. 15 until [they] correct their attitude again.】【Finally, and most importantly.】【… Never let [them] discover that there is no such thing as the Urban Legend Demolition Office in this world.】【Xu Ming, Director and First Founder of the Urban Legend Demolition Office】

Publication Information

Original Publisher
Original Language: chinese
Type: Web Novel

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My Thoughts on Urban Legend Demolition Office

"Urban Legend Demolition Office" is a wild ride, and I’m honestly still processing everything I’ve read. This story blends horror, comedy, mystery, and the supernatural in a way that's both unique and surprisingly engaging. I went in expecting a standard urban fantasy, but what I got was something far more clever and layered.

First Impressions

Initially, the story felt a bit slow. The first arc is a bit confusing, but stick with it! The initial setup involves an overworked MC who stumbles into a world of urban legends, leading her to create a "company" that doesn't actually exist. The premise is intriguing, even if the beginning requires some patience.

What Works Well

The core strength of this novel lies in its humor and the "misunderstanding" trope. The MC's accidental rise to prominence as the head of a powerful, yet completely fake, organization is hilarious. Ghosts and other supernatural entities treat her like a seasoned director, even though she's just winging it. I particularly enjoyed the MC's approach to problem-solving. She doesn't always take the most rational path, but she's emotionally intelligent and tries to do what's right, even when it's difficult. The plot twists are well-executed, and the story builds to a satisfying, albeit somewhat rushed, conclusion. The world-building is intricate, with foreshadowing that pays off in later arcs.

Areas of Concern

While the slow pace worked for me, I can see how it might deter some readers. Also, the romance is practically nonexistent, which might disappoint those looking for a strong romantic subplot. While the story is labeled as horror, it doesn't necessarily deliver bone-chilling scares. Instead, it leans more towards a lighter, comedic take on the genre.

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Final Verdict

Despite its flaws, "Urban Legend Demolition Office" is a genuinely fun and imaginative read. The blend of genres, the clever protagonist, and the overarching mystery kept me hooked. If you're looking for a horror-comedy with a unique premise and aren't afraid of a slow burn, I'd definitely recommend giving this novel a try. I'm giving it a solid 4 out of 5 stars.

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