無職転生 ~異世界行ったら本気だす~ 1

内容が典型的な異世界ラノベでありながら、平均より面白い。ただやっぱり主人公もそのお父さんもクズだし女性のキャラクターが少々おかしい気がします笑

日本語的にはわかりやすい方だし、よくあるパターンなので中級者でもまぁ難なく読めるかと思います。

An Engaging Isekai Light Novel with a Unique Storyline and Pacing

Entertainment: This first volume of 無職転生 ～異世界行ったら本気だす introduces us to a familiar isekai setup with a reincarnated protagonist, but the story unfolds with a fresh and intriguing twist. The protagonist, ルーデウス, retains his memories from his previous life, where he was a shut-in NEET. This second chance at life in a fantasy world offers him opportunities to correct his past mistakes and live a fulfilling life. The narrative is compelling, with interesting characters and a storyline that balances action, emotion, and humor effectively. Despite the familiar tropes, the plot development and character interactions keep the reader engaged and curious about what happens next.

Language Learning: The vocabulary and grammar used here are relatively standard, with no particularly difficult terms or passages. There is some slang and casual dialogue, but nothing too challenging to understand. This volume can be ideal for intermediate Japanese learners looking to improve their skills smoothly.

Overall: The positives of this volume include a well-paced storyline, neither too slow nor too fast, and descriptions that provide just the right amount of detail. The pacing is good, making it easy to read through to the end. The practical developments in the plot are well-explained and foreshadowed, which helps reduce any sense of inconsistency.

However, there are some negative aspects to consider. The story follows typical genre templates with a few original ideas, but it doesn't have any standout features that make it exceptionally memorable. The humor can sometimes rely on parodies and sexual innuendos (inappropriate), which might not appeal to everyone and can feel off-putting. Additionally, the portrayal of women and certain mature themes may not be suitable for some or for those who prefer more respectful treatment of such topics.

In conclusion, 無職転生 ～異世界行ったら本気だす Volume 1 is an enjoyable read with a unique twist on the isekai genre. While it has its flaws, it offers an engaging story and relatable characters that make it worth exploring further. The narrative's strengths lie in its pacing and character development, which keep the reader hooked and eager for the next installment.

A story about Family (review for the entire series until volume 21)

Mushoku Tensei is known as "the first" Isekai. Other works in the genre copied it, but only the worst parts.

good

So this series is a bit different, it has elaborate world building and actual character growth.

The protagonist doesn't just get transported into another world to be a hero but to start a new life without the mistakes from the past one. The world feels big and realistic in it's inner workings.

And it's written in so much detail with a good pacing. If you like seeing characters slowly grow from childhood to becoming adults and getting more powerful, making experiences, living their lifes, you will like this. There are actual ups and downs throughout his new life, lessons to be learned.

The biggest theme I noticed is family, building family, getting along with each other, forgiving, protecting.

not so good

But there are a few downsides to this story.

First of all you have to bear with the protagonist, even though he gets better with growth and it's definitely on purpose by the author, he's quite unlikeable sometimes. Especially when you get some elaborate monologue about his crazy ideas like brainwashing his childhood friend into becoming his future wife (which he fortunately does not do, at least to this extend). Sometimes I really hated him.

But as much as it is amazing to see the characters and cast grow it becomes harder for the author to keep it interesting the further the story developes.

I really really loved the first 16 Volumes. I read Volumes at the speed of 2 Volumes per Week at my peak, but everything afterwards just became a pain to read for me. When he kinda settles down, it became quite repetitive in a way and I stopped feeling any stakes in the story since he became so powerful and made so powerful allies.

It kinda hurts me but after dragging this for way to long I finally dropped Mushoku Tensei at Volume 22.

As for language learning, this was very helpful to me. I sure struggled with the first novels but after a few volumes I really got a good, and fun flow. It also helped to listen to the Audiobook while reading. The writing is not easy but I wouldn't call it very hard either, just right and it is really enjoyable.

conclusion

All in all, if you are fan of this kind of story where you can follow the whole life of the characters in much detail and you like elaborate fantasy worlds go for it.

But if you want a consistently interesting story with high stakes I can't recommend this unfortunately.