Welcome to the Guild of the Exiled
By メソポ・たみあ
50 chapters
2020
Description
“Expulsion boom”. In this world, such phrase had become prevalent. With the advent of “Status Scouter”, a convenient item that quantifies and visualises stats, a trend was set for high-ranking parties to expel their friends whose status numbers were in the low-end. Eisen, who had graduated from the Guild Master Academy, had been harbouring doubts regarding the status-oriented world. In addition, with his inherent skill called “Appraisal Eye” that detects hidden skills in people, he realised that the adventurers who had been exiled for their “incompetence” were actually competent people with hidden skills. Thus, Eisen decided to initiate a new guild for these exiles and took them in one after another. Just like that, the guild began to grow bigger. “Off you go with your useless ability!” “Ah, then you wouldn’t mind it if I take them in, yes?” “We don’t need people with low stats here!” “You dumping this kid? Are you people off your rockers….?” In Eisen’s emerging guild, talented people who cannot be measured by numerical values gather, and eventually the name of the guild will be echoed all around the world. Conversely, the S-ranked party that couldn’t see beyond the numerical value of their status and abandoned these people will tumble and fall in their pursuit of failure. Then they will learn who were the incompetent one all along. “Oh, so now your party is on the brink of collapse? That’s what you get for ditching your precious friend!”
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- syosetu
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
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My Thoughts on Welcome to the Guild of the Exiled
"Welcome to the Guild of the Exiled" has been an interesting read, and I've found myself with mixed feelings about it. It definitely scratches an itch for a specific type of fantasy reader, but it's not without its flaws.
First Impressions
Initially, I was drawn in by the premise. The idea of a protagonist starting a guild specifically for those deemed useless or cast aside definitely has appeal. It's a classic underdog story setup, and I'm a sucker for those. The "kicked out" trope is well-worn, but framing it from the perspective of the guild master offered a fresh angle.
What Works Well
The core concept of the MC identifying hidden potential in others is compelling. The story shines when it explores this aspect, especially with the MC's ability to see these "hidden skills." I also appreciate the proactive nature of the protagonist. He's not just sitting around waiting for things to happen; he's actively building his guild and seeking out new members. The world-building, while not groundbreaking, is solid enough to support the narrative.
Areas of Concern
My main concern is the pacing. The story sometimes feels a bit flat. There aren't many significant highs or lows, creating a sense of monotony. Gathering members feels like a repetitive task at times, like a grind in a video game. This lack of tension made it difficult to stay fully invested in the story.
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Final Verdict
Overall, "Welcome to the Guild of the Exiled" is an enjoyable, if somewhat flawed, read. If you're a fan of fantasy stories with a focus on guild management, underestimated protagonists, and a touch of harem elements, you'll probably find something to enjoy here. However, be prepared for a potentially slow pace and a lack of significant tension. I'd give it a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars. It has potential, and I'm curious to see where the author takes the story next.
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