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NitrogenousBeing
NitrogenousBeingLv148mth
2024-05-28 19:58

Warning: Don't read this if criticism offends you easily. I’m not trying to offend, but I will be honest and blunt with my opinion of the story so far. I expected more from the top of the collections rank. The story is dull confusing and feels like a lot of filler for no payoff. Yes, it’s early in the story, but I only enjoyed about 3 of the 48 chapters. The growth of MC’s stats is like watching paint dry because it doesn’t feel like any effort, and it drags on without enough explanation and description. Everything is madness this madness that blank here blank there. It’s supposed to evoke mystery, but it is confusing and feels like unnecessary BS. I couldn’t develop a stake in the character. He’s not developed enough, and what’s there doesn't blend well enough. I kept thinking the teased city building would be better, but at this point, I don’t know. Lastly, there’s some unengaging element in the writing style itself. Sorry, I don’t have time right now to analyze it to clarify specifically what it is. Here is the positive side: The author has a larger plan and a proven track record of commitment with regular releases. There are also signs of high effort. The story needs just needs to get there. Maybe also a better starting point.

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Srbai
SrbaiLv11

Protagonist and hero type or evil villain type?

Ethanquiv
EthanquivLv14

Seems to be an indifferent protagonist. Not really any signs of villain or hero development

Srbai:Protagonist and hero type or evil villain type?
Soul_Shocker
Soul_ShockerLv15

So hero type who disguises to be indifferent

Ethanquiv:Seems to be an indifferent protagonist. Not really any signs of villain or hero development
Superdee
SuperdeeLv15

chaotic neutral dude just wants his own benefits but has some standards

Soul_Shocker:So hero type who disguises to be indifferent
Fayyaad_Yusuf
Fayyaad_YusufLv4

All awe books start slow ,Chill fam it'll get to the good part

Sainted_One
Sainted_OneLv4

as someone who is caught up more or less, nah this guy is for sure as neutral as they come, while the shit he does is for power to protect those he loves his means are, well lets say would fall under the demonic sects branch sometimes(MCs hands are also gender neutral so no jade beauties surviving after doing some dumb shit).

Soul_Shocker:So hero type who disguises to be indifferent
Soul_Shocker
Soul_ShockerLv15

Neutral MC on Webnovel from experience is an MC who is a hero disguising to be indifferent…….. About jade beauties……. you know what, forget it because this is Webnovel.

Sainted_One:as someone who is caught up more or less, nah this guy is for sure as neutral as they come, while the shit he does is for power to protect those he loves his means are, well lets say would fall under the demonic sects branch sometimes(MCs hands are also gender neutral so no jade beauties surviving after doing some dumb shit).
OyenKw
OyenKwLv13

your bias is showing dude

Soul_Shocker:Neutral MC on Webnovel from experience is an MC who is a hero disguising to be indifferent…….. About jade beauties……. you know what, forget it because this is Webnovel.
Keremu
KeremuLv3

really

Soul_Shocker:Neutral MC on Webnovel from experience is an MC who is a hero disguising to be indifferent…….. About jade beauties……. you know what, forget it because this is Webnovel.
LORD_leo_lucifer
LORD_leo_luciferLv12

I'll be honest with the review , author has an over analytical brain ,explaining each and everything so much so that most of chapter comprises of explaining the thought process of mc from winning via elaborate schemes to something as trivial as peristaltic movement and reflexes involved in taking a shit 😂. the explanations make the story interesting but at the same time too much of these makes reading boring , you can skip 3 to 4 paragraphs and still understand the summary of all chapter. I have read more than 500 chapters and mc is still a level 0 nerd 🤓 whose still an ant in the big picture . At this rate it will take more than 4000 chapters to reach a considerably good ending unless author rushes the ending and throws out all the mystery and world building. conclusion being its a great novel to read if you plan on reading it for years maybe even along with your children at this rate 🤣

Delfred_Tabada_7925
Delfred_Tabada_7925Lv1

Ya… I’m seriously thinking of dropping this story. After 500+ chapters, I’ve realized that the author is purposefully nerfing the MC after an upgrade. Like I understands you don’t want him to be too OP but atleast let us have some cake first! And after so many chapters the MC still hasn’t leveled up! Why even have levels if your not even gonna use it?!!! The author is a d!ck and he’s gonna burn himself out before the story even ends and will probably just end up rushing the ending at this point.

LORD_leo_lucifer:I'll be honest with the review , author has an over analytical brain ,explaining each and everything so much so that most of chapter comprises of explaining the thought process of mc from winning via elaborate schemes to something as trivial as peristaltic movement and reflexes involved in taking a shit 😂. the explanations make the story interesting but at the same time too much of these makes reading boring , you can skip 3 to 4 paragraphs and still understand the summary of all chapter. I have read more than 500 chapters and mc is still a level 0 nerd 🤓 whose still an ant in the big picture . At this rate it will take more than 4000 chapters to reach a considerably good ending unless author rushes the ending and throws out all the mystery and world building. conclusion being its a great novel to read if you plan on reading it for years maybe even along with your children at this rate 🤣
RevntRed
RevntRedLv13

all his novels are like this. The Mc gets nerfed very often.

Delfred_Tabada_7925:Ya… I’m seriously thinking of dropping this story. After 500+ chapters, I’ve realized that the author is purposefully nerfing the MC after an upgrade. Like I understands you don’t want him to be too OP but atleast let us have some cake first! And after so many chapters the MC still hasn’t leveled up! Why even have levels if your not even gonna use it?!!! The author is a d!ck and he’s gonna burn himself out before the story even ends and will probably just end up rushing the ending at this point.
Zepher_Catch
Zepher_CatchLv14

bro, if you have to was people that you might offend them they arent easily offended, it is you who know what you are saying will be somewhat offensive. Also be patient nothing good comes from being impatient and tbh I don't even know what you are talking about. there were like 3 chapters before shit took off and it exponentially hit the fan. Tbh I dont even know why you are allowed to comment, accounts with a given amount of reading time should be allowed to comment.

NitrogenousBeing
NitrogenousBeingLv14

Maybe proofread before posting? The purpose of the warning was to persuade biased persons to not take unnecessary offense at the constructive criticism. I was pretty nice about it. At the time of review, there weren't many chapters released. Besides, I’d read all the free chapters available. It wasn’t good enough for me to wait or pay for more. If everyone followed your suggestion, no subpar contracted or incomplete book could be reviewed. Frankly, it doesn't make much sense. However, I am happy that you found enjoyment where I could not. The author has at least one die-hard fan in you.

Zepher_Catch:bro, if you have to was people that you might offend them they arent easily offended, it is you who know what you are saying will be somewhat offensive. Also be patient nothing good comes from being impatient and tbh I don't even know what you are talking about. there were like 3 chapters before shit took off and it exponentially hit the fan. Tbh I dont even know why you are allowed to comment, accounts with a given amount of reading time should be allowed to comment.
Zepher_Catch
Zepher_CatchLv14

How ridiculous you say the book at least has one die hard fan when this book has won multiple awards. I’m sure as a reader you are a somewhat intelligent person perhaps more than I know, so you must know that to even be given the opportunity to receive awards you have to be well received by the masses. I have read many reviews before I finished the book, unlike you, truthfully you are in the minority and you know that… thus the disclaimer you put in your review. I think you should remove the comment since you mentioned you have only read a few chapters but tbh after seeing your recent comment I decided you were right. You were right in that I did not proofread your comment because I realize the person you are. I want nothing to do with you and much less do I want to waste my vacation time in Dubai on someone like you, good day not enjoying things deeply, surface boy.

NitrogenousBeing:Maybe proofread before posting? The purpose of the warning was to persuade biased persons to not take unnecessary offense at the constructive criticism. I was pretty nice about it. At the time of review, there weren't many chapters released. Besides, I’d read all the free chapters available. It wasn’t good enough for me to wait or pay for more. If everyone followed your suggestion, no subpar contracted or incomplete book could be reviewed. Frankly, it doesn't make much sense. However, I am happy that you found enjoyment where I could not. The author has at least one die-hard fan in you.
NitrogenousBeing
NitrogenousBeingLv14

Have a good remainder of your vacation then. PS. "Die-hard fan" is referring to those who protest against my review. You are the first, thus "at least one." Die-hard fans tend to adopt "us vs them" mentalities and treat those with conflicting opinions like fated enemies.

Phil_Living
Phil_LivingLv4

Some die-hard fans won't even bother to reply to you, they'll just speak with their pockets 😅

NitrogenousBeing
NitrogenousBeingLv14

Absolutely! Monetary support and positive referrals are the preferred die-hard fan behaviors.

Phil_Living:Some die-hard fans won't even bother to reply to you, they'll just speak with their pockets 😅
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