When I Found a Stray Dog and Became a Tamer ~A Self-Proclaimed Ordinary Male High School Student Embarks on an Unrivaled Dungeon Adventure with His Overpowered Pets?!~ Novel Review
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By 反面教師
308 chapters
2023
Description
In a world where dungeons give rise to dangerous monsters, those who possess the power to fight against these creatures, known as the [Awakened Ones], are both respected and feared by many. Among them is Toru Inukai, a young man who has reached his second year of high school without awakening his skills. Once harboring a faint dream of becoming an Awakened One, Toru has now embraced an ordinary life, content with living life at his own pace. One fateful day, while on his way home from school, Toru stumbles upon an abandoned dog. “Why are you here? Were you abandoned by your owner?” Toru questions the puppy and decides to take it in on a whim. As he gives the puppy a name, a dormant skill within him suddenly awakens. “You were a… monster, weren’t you?”“Woof?” With the awakening of this newfound skill, Toru’s mundane everyday life vanishes without a trace. Instead, he finds himself embarking on a new life in the dungeons. As he navigates this new world, Toru encounters a junior female student who takes an interest in him, a new tamer who becomes the talk of the internet, and even attracts the attention of a famous dungeon distributor. His youth takes a thrilling turn as he faces new challenges and experiences. Toru’s true days of adventure and growth have just begun…
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- kakuyomu
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
When I Found a Stray Dog and Became a Tamer ~A Self-Proclaimed Ordinary Male High School Student Embarks on an Unrivaled Dungeon Adventure with His Overpowered Pets?!~ Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on When I Found a Stray Dog and Became a Tamer A Self-Proclaimed Ordinary Male High School Student Embarks on an Unrivaled Dungeon Adventure with His Overpowered Pets?!
First Impressions
The title is definitely a mouthful, isn't it? And, honestly, my initial reaction mirrored that of some other readers: a bit skeptical. The harem tag, in particular, gave me pause. I'm always hoping for something a bit more unique and engaging than the typical power fantasy, and the sheer length of the title made me wonder if I'd find that here.
What Works Well
The core concept of a high school student becoming a tamer and adventuring with his pets is undeniably appealing. The interactions between the MC and his pets, especially the stray dog, seem to be a high point for many, myself included. There's a certain wholesome charm to the idea of building a strong bond with these creatures and exploring a fantasy world together. The initial setup of a modern-day setting with dungeons appearing also has potential.
Areas of Concern
My biggest reservation, and one that appears to be shared by quite a few readers, revolves around the execution of the harem elements and the protagonist himself. The harem dynamic seems forced, with girls developing crushes on the MC for somewhat unclear reasons. The MC's personality also seems to be a sticking point. His "nice guy" tendencies and apparent density can be frustrating. He comes across as overly passive and lacking any real ambition, which makes it difficult to connect with him as a compelling character. This passivity also extends to his role within the harem, making the relationships feel shallow and unearned.
Final Verdict
"When I Found a Stray Dog and Became a Tamer" has a promising premise and the potential for heartwarming pet interactions. However, the weak execution of the harem elements and the somewhat bland protagonist hold it back. If you're primarily interested in the tamer aspect and can tolerate a generic harem setup, it might be worth a try. Otherwise, you might find yourself growing frustrated with the story's shortcomings.