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BigManGuts
BigManGutsLv14yr
2021-03-22 06:05

This is the first WN I’ve read on this app and I’ve read around 50 other WN’s inbetween this WN and the review (I used other sites to read WN’s until I actually made an account), so my memory might be a bit hazy in terms of story development and world background. Writing Quality: 3.7/5 If I was the author I’d use a broader range of vocabulary, be more descriptive (quantity), and just have a detailed description (quality) if things like the surroundings, fights, etc. Writing Stability: 5/5 Not much to say here, 7-8 chapters a week consistently which is very good imo. Story Development: 3.2/5 Some plot holes here and there but nothing too major to the point where it’s detrimental to the story. It’s still too early to comment on this since this WN feels like it’ll easily be over 1000 chapters. I just hope the pace doesnt skyrocket out of nowhere and just becomes like your average cultivation novel right before the typical “holy continent” arc. Character Design: 3.5/5 It’s an odd mix of some characters are bland, some have an alright design, and some feel like actual humans. The MC has some dumb things about his personality like being overly paranoid of the system and his sponser. This category was originally going to be a 2.5/5, but after reading the recent chapters it looks like the huge main female cast might finally be getting some character development, so I decided to bump it to a 3.5/5. World Background: 3/5 From what I’ve read so far this has the potential to be a 5/5 if the author plans ahead carefully and doesn’t rush the rest of the story. In general, we haven’t been told that much about the world and beyond it, but it’s clear that the author has plans to talk about everything more in depth later on in the story. This is my completely objective review so even though i gave it an overall rating of 3.6/5 that doesn’t mean that it wasn’t entertaining or that i didn’t enjoy it. When VC reaches the 550 chapter mark I’ll update this review and make it way more detailed and in-depth, but until then the review stays as is. I hope everyone that reads this has a good day, cya💯

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OG_Buddha
OG_BuddhaLv10

Trust me it's only when you've read more than a hundred cultivation novels that you will know how good this one is

Realist_Daoist
Realist_DaoistLv2

The best things about this novel are its light humour, pop culture references, and well though characters, their motivation and internal consistency

ShaadyJ
ShaadyJLv13

Ouch. Some people are just overly paranoid even in real life. Hurts to hear that it’s dumb. lol. At least he was right to be paranoid in the grand scheme of things.

BigManGuts
BigManGutsLv1

You’re comparing real life with a fictional story that the author has complete control of. On one hand paranoia is an actual problem people in real life suffer with, and on the other hand the auther made an obvious choice to make their character like that.

ShaadyJ:Ouch. Some people are just overly paranoid even in real life. Hurts to hear that it’s dumb. lol. At least he was right to be paranoid in the grand scheme of things.
ShaadyJ
ShaadyJLv13

And any story, fiction or not - at least for me - is supposed to have realistic characters. I would not want to read about characters with impossible/unjustifiable traits no matter how grand the story. In this case, being overly paranoid is a possible real life trait that can be added to his character. If you think it is dumb, so be it. There is nothing wrong with comparing real life people to characters in a story. These characters are living out THEIR real life. They have thoughts, they have feelings, they can feel pain, etc. And they should be able to act like it. It is hard to immerse my mind into a world without that element. Therefore, I do not think paranoia is a dumb trait, or dumb in general. And I believe it is justified for his character. I like to think of stories as individuals living out their life rather than a puppet master pulling strings. It’s more fun that way.

BigManGuts:You’re comparing real life with a fictional story that the author has complete control of. On one hand paranoia is an actual problem people in real life suffer with, and on the other hand the auther made an obvious choice to make their character like that.
alphacruze
alphacruzeLv4

I like this review, good insight, can't wait for your review at 550 chapters

crusz
cruszLv3

ml

MimicReads
MimicReadsLv14

Time to update, been long overdue

sagepotatoOAA
sagepotatoOAALv4

I've watched hundreds and close to thousand hours good for me xD

OG_Buddha:Trust me it's only when you've read more than a hundred cultivation novels that you will know how good this one is
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DamnPlotArmor
DamnPlotArmorAuthor

Due to the recent toxic comment(s) from a handful of readers (or an alt from a hater), it has come to me that some readers might have misunderstood the concept of this novel. Therefore, I'm putting this review as a disclaimer, so these readers who are expecting a certain type of MC or a type of story can understand what they are getting into. And then, when they start flaming, I can just remind them of their ignorance. What you will NOT see in this novel. 1. Fast-paced story 2. OP MC at the beginning of the story 3. Unyielding MC that refuses to bow down to anyone. 4. An evil MC that violates laws and order at the early story. 5. A Mary Sue, Gary Stu, Kirito-like MC that infinitely gains instant powerup without having to work hard. 6. An alpha MC that has a perfect personality and makes perfect decisions in every action. 7. A ruthless, reckless, and brainless MC that goes around and provoke everyone left and right because of a trivial matter. 8. Humorless dark story. What you will SEE in this novel. 1. Slow-paced story. 2. An MC that understands these words and can put them into practice; "Compromise", "Tactical Retreat", "Surrender", "Mutual Interest and Benefit", and "Politics" 3. MC with a brain, but it fails to function properly sometimes, especially when his dick takes over. 4. MC NTRing other protagonists. 5. Plot twists. 6. Hard-working but mental MC 7. A semi-useless system, but it forces MC to work hard. 8. Toned down mature scenes. 9. Memes and Jojo References 10. THOTS, Mind-Breaking, Mind-Controlling, HAREMS. 11. Weak-to-Strong MC 12. Moderately Stupid-to-Military Genius MC 13. VILLAIN =/= EVIL 14. Protagonist =/= GOOD I hope this would clarify the tone of this story. I'll edit this when there are changes. In summary, to those readers that motherf-ckingly claimed that they are here looking for an evil mc and got disappointed when they found a mature MC with a politic face, they can just F off. Now, I've warned you. You can roast me with your almighty insights, my dear trolls. I welcome all constructive criticisms that points out my mistakes, flaws, inconsistency, and advice on what I can do better. But personal attacks, toxic comments, and flaming will be instantly deleted.

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