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Princess Lover! | |
プリンセスラバー! (Purinsesu Rabaa!) | |
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Genre | Drama, Romance, Harem |
Game | |
Developer | Ricotta |
Publisher | Ricotta (Windows) Comfort (PS2) |
Genre | Eroge, Visual novel |
Platform | Windows, PlayStation 2 |
Released | June 27, 2008 (Windows) January 28, 2010 (PS2) |
Manga | |
Written by | Ricotta |
Illustrated by | Naoha Yuigi |
Published by | Media Factory |
Demographic | Seinen |
Magazine | Media Factory Mobile! |
Original run | March 20, 2009 – present |
Anime television series | |
Directed by | Hiromitsu Kanazawa |
Produced by | Masanobu Arakawa Mika Nomura Tatsuhiro Nitta Yuka Sakurai |
Written by | Makoto Nakamura |
Music by | Tomoki Kikuya |
Studio | GoHands |
Original network | Chiba TV, tvk, CTV, Tokyo MX, Sun TV, AT-X, TV Saitama |
Original run | July 5, 2009 – September 20, 2009 |
Episodes | 12 |
Manga | |
Princess Lover! Pure My Heart | |
Written by | Ricotta |
Illustrated by | Yū Midorigi |
Published by | Kill Time Communication |
Demographic | Seinen |
Magazine | Comic Valkyrie |
Original run | September 2009 – present |
Original video animation | |
Directed by | Manaka Toyota |
Produced by | Futanari Satoshikun |
Written by | Riyūji Hatsumi |
Music by | Akira Asano |
Studio | Public Enemies, L. |
Released | September 17, 2010 – October 22, 2010 |
Runtime | 30 minutes |
Episodes | 2 |
Princess Lover! (プリンセスラバー!Purinsesu Rabā!) is a Japanesevisual novel and the first title developed by Ricotta. It was first released as an eroge for Microsoft Windows on June 27, 2008, in both limited and regular editions, which was followed by an all-ages release for the PlayStation 2 on January 28, 2010. The gameplay in Princess Lover! follows a linear plot line which offers pre-determined scenarios and courses of interaction, and its story focuses on the appeal of the four female main characters.
Princess Lover! has received several transitions to other media. The game was first adapted into three light novels written by Utsusemi and illustrated by Hyūma Kitsuhi. It was then followed by two manga adaptations: the first, illustrated by Naoha Yuigi, began serialization in Media Factory's Media Factory Mobile! service on March 20, 2009; and the second, illustrated by Yū Midorigi, began its serialization in the manga magazine Comic Valkyrie on July 27, 2009. An anime adaptation produced by the animation studio GoHands also began its broadcast in Japan on July 5, 2009, and it was later followed by other networks in the same month. An Internet radio show has also been produced to promote the anime adaptation, and began its broadcast on July 3, 2009. A two-part adult OVA series was released in late 2010.
- 3Characters
- 6Adaptations
Gameplay[edit]
A conversation in Princess Lover! depicting the protagonist Teppei talking to Yū.
The gameplay in Princess Lover! requires little interaction from the player, as most of the duration of the game is only spent on reading the text that appears on the lower portion of the screen, representing either dialogue between characters, or the inner thoughts of the protagonist. Every so often, the player will come to a 'decision point', where he or she is given the chance to choose from multiple options. The time between these points varies and can occur anywhere from a minute to much longer. Text progression pauses at these points and depending on the choices that the player makes, the plot will progress in a specific direction. There are four main plot lines in the game that the player will have the chance to experience, one for each of the heroines in the story. To view all of the plot lines, the player will have to replay the game multiple times and make different decisions to progress the plot in an alternate direction.
Plot[edit]
Arima Teppei lost his parents in a traffic accident. His grandfather Isshin adopted him and ordered him to succeed the head of Arima Group Corporation. At Shuuhou Gakuen, a high school only for wealthy students, Teppei's new life as a celebrity starts.
Characters[edit]
Main characters[edit]
- Teppei Arima (有馬 哲平Arima Teppei)
- Voiced by: Takuma Terashima (anime, PS2 game) / Akira Ishida (OVA)
- The main protagonist. Prior to the series, Teppei grew up in a happy family with his mother and father, a noodle shop owner. Coming back from school one day he learns that his parents were killed in an automobile accident. He is then picked up by his grandfather, Isshin Arima, who is the owner of the Arima Financial Combine, a very wealthy and perhaps the most powerful industrial group in Japan. Isshin then adopts Teppei with the aim of making him the successor to the Arima corporation (in place of his now-deceased daughter and Teppei's mother) and Teppei is enrolled in the most prestigious private school in Japan. He is a good swordsman and excels at quick drawing techniques.
- Charlotte Hazelrink (シャルロット・ヘイゼルリンクSharotto Heizerurinku)
- Voiced by: Kazane (Windows game) / Ryōka Yuzuki (anime) / Aya Endō (PS2 game)
- One of the four main heroines of the series, Charlotte is the princess of the fictional Hazelrink Principality. She and Teppei first meet when he saves her from some thugs. She likes to tease Teppei and has a cheery nature.
- Aside from this, she is in love with Teppei and, in the anime, even asks Teppei to not forget about her. She also has very big breasts which attract Teppei's attention. She is a childhood friend of Sylvia van Hossen and is a little jealous of Sylvia for being named as Teppei's fiancée. She has a butler who is very protective of her and who will often go to great lengths to protect her. She also has a fiancée in the anime; despite this she does not want to give up on Teppei.
- Sylvia van Hossen (シルヴィア・ファン・ホッセンShiruvia Fan Hossen)
- Voiced by: Suzune Kusunoki (Windows game, OVA) / Megumi Toyoguchi (anime) / Erika Harumi (PS2 game)
- One of the four main heroines of the series, Sylvie is a noble of the fictional Flemish Principality of Eastern Europe. While she grew up in Flemish, she has not spent much of her mature life in that nation and attends school in Japan. She is the elder of the two daughters of Vincent van Hossen, the head of the van Hossen family and is very skilled in fencing. She first meets Teppei when they spar in the garden during a party. Both of them are surprised when they are told that their marriage has been arranged. When they next sparred, Sylvia won the showdown by the merest fraction of a second. She is a bit reserved but enjoys her bouts with Teppei and is trying to understand him as a friend first, before they are married. Maria, her younger sister, wants her to marry Teppei. Sylvia is the best friend of Charlotte, the Princess of Hazelrink. She is also the captain of the Flemish military unit called the Horse Riders. She is a hard woman with high standards and initially has a tendency to be outwardly repulsed by Teppei. She has difficulty expressing her feelings around him and is better with actions than words. She loved her late mother very dearly but was unable to cry at her funeral. Her feelings for Teppei are similar to those she has for her mother's memory. In the 9th episode she admits to Seika that she could not understand her feelings towards Teppei and in the 11th episode shows her true feelings to Teppei with a kiss.
- In the game her route concludes with Teppei and Sylvia getting married and Sylvia pregnant with Teppei's baby. The game ends with her saying she is extremely happy and thanking Teppei for everything.
- Seika Hōjōin (鳳条院 聖華Hōjōin Seika)
- Voiced by: Fūri Samoto (Windows game) / Emiri Katō (anime) / Eri Kitamura (PS2 game)
- The daughter of the Hōjōin family whose company are rivals to Arima. Although she is initially neutral towards Teppei, once she finds out he is an Arima, she immediately dislikes him due to her family's longstanding antipathy for Teppei's grandfather (Many years previously, Teppei's grandfather was a workaholic and his lonely grandmother had an affair with Seika's grandfather which resulted in Isshin throwing his wife out of their house and his cutting ties with the Hōjōin. More recently, he refused to sell Seika's fashions in any of his group's stores). Seika has a loud and forthright nature. She is the 'Club Representative' of the 'Society Club' and reserves the right to limit membership to those students who satisfy her conditions to join the school's most elegant and exclusive club. Outside of school, she is a very popular model and one of the most gifted young fashion designers in all of Japan. Despite her initial dislike for Teppei, she falls in love with him due to his tenacious nature. However, she is uncertain how Teppei will react and is mostly quiet about it.
- Yū Fujikura (藤倉 優Fujikura Yū)
- Voiced by: Ayaka Kimura (Windows game, OVA) / Yuki Matsuoka (anime) / Yuka Inokuchi (PS2 game)
- A maid of the Arima household who sometimes councils Teppei. She had been in an orphanage from a very young age until Isshin Arima took her into his care and brought her up to be an admirable maid. She has sworn to serve the Arima family to show her gratitude. She feels privileged to have been assigned as the maid-in-charge of serving Teppei, the next heir to the Arima Group. In addition to her household duties, Yuu is also an expert at computers and is able to type and work at almost superhuman speed. She thinks of Isshin Arima as a parent and develops tender feelings for Teppei, but feels that she is too low in class to be with him. Of all the girls, she is the most tender and nurturing and Teppei compares Yuu to his mother. In the game her route conclui with Teppei Having a vision where he is welcomed home by his parents with a pregnant Yuu.
Supporting characters[edit]
- Isshin Arima (有馬 一心Arima Isshin)
- Voiced by: Kyōnosuke Hiruma (Windows game) / Norio Wakamoto (anime & PS2 game)
- The owner of the wealthy Arima corporation and grandfather of Teppei. He adopts Teppei when his daughter (Teppei's mother) and son-in-law were killed. Having learned his lesson with his daughter, Isshin allows Teppei to do as he wishes within broad guidelines rather than what Isshin wants him to do so that Teppei does not run away like his mother did. Isshin has an excellent memory despite his advanced age and, not having been a part of his childhood, wants to get to know Teppei better. He was an entrepreneur during World War II and made his fortune in the aftermath of the war. His company extends into many areas including automotive and metal industries.
- Kanae Kobayashi
- Voiced by: Asako Dodo
- Teppei's mother. She was the heir to the Arima Group Corporation before she died even though she had had little contact with her father for years prior to the story. She fell in love with Kobayashi, Isshin was inflexible. Due to her strong headed nature and despite her father's disapproval, she ran away and eloped.
- Mr. Kobayashi
- Voiced by: Kanemitsu Nobuaki
- Teppei's father and a skilled swordsman but also a lazy man. The only thing that he feared was the wrath of his wife. He and Kanae died together. Teppei believes Kanae fell in love with his father because he and Isshin have similar personalities.
- Maria van Hossen (マリア・ファン・ホッセンMaria Fan Hossen)
- Voiced by: Mio Ōkawa (Windows game, OVA) / Kaya Miyake (anime) / Maki Kobayashi (PS2 game)
- The younger of the two van Hossen sisters. She is lovely and energetic. She loves her father Vincent and loves to cling to him all the time. She has called Teppei 'Onii-chan' since their first meeting because he is engaged to marry her elder sister Sylvia.
- Vincent van Hossen (Binsento Fan Hossen)
- Voiced by: Takehito Koyasu (anime & PS2 game)
- The father of Maria and Sylvia. He is a respectable figure in society and a supporter of the Arima Group. Teppei's grandfather, Isshin Arima, places great trust in Vincent and thus he chose his daughter, Sylvia, to be Teppei's fiancée. Vincent is calm and collected no matter the situation.
- Alfred (アルフレッドArufureddo)
- Voiced by: Yosuke Akimoto (anime & PS2 game)
- One of the butlers of the Hazelrink family. He has served Charlotte, Princess of Hazelrink since she was a baby and has sworn by his life to protect her. His devotion runs so deeply that he overly protective of Charlotte. Alfred is a very good fist-fighter and an expert of martial arts. He is so vigorous that Teppei believes he will live to see 100. His name is a reference to Alfred Pennyworth, Bruce Wayne's butler from the Batman Series.
Others[edit]
- Hartmann Bezelheim
- Charlotte's fiance, Hartmann is also the most successful businessman in Charlotte's nation and one of the chief traders with the Arima company. In the anime, he serves as the primary villain. He hates Arima and wants to kill Teppei for vengeance. He also arranged the death of Teppei's parents. Despite his engagement to Charlotte, he is having an affair with Josephine. He wears glasses and has a tendency to make flashy entrances.
- Josephine
- The secretary of Charlotte's fiance. She is a busty red-haired woman who is absolutely loyal to Hartmann and jealous of Charlotte's position as Hartmann's future wife.
- Ayano Kaneko (金子 綾乃Kaneko Ayano)
- Voiced by: Soyogi Tōno (Windows game) / Nozomi Sasaki (anime) / Tae Okajima (PS2 game)
- One of the members of Seika Houjouin's posse. She is promoted to one of the main heroines in the sequel of the Princess Lover Series, Princess Lover! Eternal Love For My Lady.
- Haruhiko Nezu (根津 晴彦Nezu Haruhiko)
- Voiced by: Ichigo Miruku (Windows game) / Minoru Shiraishi (anime & PS2 game)
- A vain classmate of Teppei's. He has great respect for Teppei and calls him Teppei-sama.
- Erika Takezono (竹園 エリカTakezono Erika)
- Voiced by: Nazuna Gogyō (Windows game) / Kaoru Mizuhara (anime) / Ryōko Ono (PS2 game)
- Another one of the members of Houjouin Seika's posse.
- Mr. Todomura
- He is from the Arima Group Commissions Department.
Development[edit]
Princess Lover! is the first title developed by the visual novel developer Ricotta.[1] The project is notable as the development team comprises a limited number of credited members. Scenario for the game was provided by Shōta Onoue who has previously worked on titles such as Tactics' Tenshi no Himegodo.[2][3] Art direction and character designs were done by Kei Komori who is known for his work in various dōjin titles.[1][4] Komori later went on to create Ricotta's second title Walkure Romanze: Shōjo Kishi Monogatari.
Release history[edit]
Princess Lover! was first released to the public on June 27, 2008, as a limited edition collected in a DVD playable only on Microsoft Windows. The limited edition included the game itself, and it also included a maxi single entitled 'Songs From Princess Lover!'.[1] It was later followed by an all-ages consumer console release published by Comfort and released for the PlayStation 2 on January 28, 2010.[5] The PlayStation 2 version entitled Princess Lover!: Eternal Love For My Lady will contain remastered graphics, and additional scenarios for Ayano Kaneko, a supporting female character being promoted to a heroine.[5]
Adaptations[edit]
Books and publications[edit]
Princess Lover! was first adapted into a series of light novels written by Utsusemi and illustrated by Hyūma Kitsuhi. The first of the novels, titled Princess Lover! Silvia van Hossen's Romance (プリンセスラバー! シルヴィア=ファン・ホッセンの恋路Purinsesu Rabaa! Shiruvia Fan Hossen no Koiji), was released on November 29, 2008.[6] The second of the novels, titled Princess Lover! Charlotte Hazelrink's Romance (プリンセスラバー! シャルロット=ヘイゼルリンクの恋路Purinsesu Rabaa! Sharurotto Heizerurinku no Koiji), was released on May 30, 2009.[6] Both of these light novels were published by Kill Time Communication and released in regular and limited editions.[6] The limited editions included the book itself and a telephone card; the second novel also received a version with a poster included instead. The regular editions of did not contain the aforementioned extras. A third light novel series, titled Princess Lover! Silvia van Hossen's Romance 2 and also written by Utsusemi and illustrated by Kitsuhi, began serialization in Kill Time Communication's Nijiken Dream Magazine on June 17, 2009.
A 135-page visual fan book for Princess Lover! was published by Max on December 2, 2008. The book contained illustrations and computer graphics used in the visual novel and various publications, introduction and explanations of the story and characters, production design and sketches, and interview with the development team, and also a short story entitled 'Little Princess!'[7]
Manga[edit]
There have been two manga adaptations based on Princess Lover! The first manga series was illustrated by Japanese artist Naoha Yuigi, and it was first serialized in Media Factory's Media Factory Mobile! service for mobile phones on March 20, 2009. A second manga series was also serialized in Kill Time Communication's Comic Valkyrie. The manga, which began serialization while the first was still ongoing, was illustrated by Yū Midorigi and received assistance from Utsusemi, the author of the light novel adaptations.
Anime[edit]
The anime adaptation of Princess Lover! was first formally announced in March 2009 via its official website.[8] The anime was produced by GoHands as the animation studio's first production, and it was directed by Hiromitsu Kanazawa and written by Makoto Nakamura.[8] It was first exhibited as a video in a public showing in Akihabara on June 21, 2009, and again at Television Kanagawa's Tvk Anime Matsuri 2009 exhibition in Nippon Seinenkan in Shinjuku, on June 27, 2009.[9] Both events featured a public showing of the anime's first episode along with Umineko no Naku Koro ni, in addition to various other anime for the Tvk Anime Matsuri event.[9] The anime began its televised broadcast in Japan on July 5, 2009, on the Chiba TV and TV Kanagawa broadcasting networks, ending on September 20, 2009. They also released an uncensored version in the webcast section.
OVA[edit]
On September 24, 2010, a 2-part Princess Lover! adult OVA was animated by Hoods Entertainment under the name 'Public Enemies'. It features Sylvia as the main heroine and contains an original story with various erotic scenes. It was released on DVD by the adult anime label.
References[edit]
- ^ abc'A Beautiful and Lewd Romance Pattern with Celebrity Heroines In an Elegant Society! Princess Lover! To Be Released on June 27!' (in Japanese). Game-Style. 2008-04-24. Retrieved 2009-07-10.
- ^'List of Shōta Onoue's visual novel contributions' (in Japanese). ErogameScape. Archived from the original on 2013-10-15. Retrieved 2009-07-10.
- ^'Outline page at Princess Lover!'s official website' (in Japanese). Ricotta. Retrieved 2009-07-10.
- ^'Game-Style's Princess Lover! feature front page' (in Japanese). Game-Style. 2008-04-24. Retrieved 2009-07-10.
- ^ ab'Comfort's PS2's Princess Lover! Eternal Love For My Lady, a Romance Adventure With a Super-celebrity Setting' (in Japanese). Impress Game Watch. 2009-07-11. Retrieved 2009-07-11.
- ^ abc'Princess Lover! light novels introduction page' (in Japanese). Kill Time Communication. Retrieved 2009-07-13.
- ^'Princess Lover! Visual Fan Book introduction page' (in Japanese). Max. Archived from the original on 2008-12-04. Retrieved 2009-07-13.
- ^ ab'Princess Lover! Adult Game Gets TV Anime Green-Lit'. Anime News Network. 2009-03-16. Retrieved 2009-07-14.
- ^ ab'All Eight Titles Participates! 'Tvk Anime Matsuri' Begins This Year in Tokyo' (in Japanese). Zakzak. 2009-07-06. Archived from the original on 2009-07-09. Retrieved 2009-07-14.
External links[edit]
- Ricotta's official visual novel website‹See Tfd›(in Japanese)
- Comfort's official PlayStation 2 visual novel website‹See Tfd›(in Japanese)
- Anime official website‹See Tfd›(in Japanese)
- Princess Lover! (anime) at Anime News Network's encyclopedia
- Princess Lover! at The Visual Novel Database
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Plot Summary:
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Plot Summary:
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Source: Novel Updates
Why Read:
Anyone who has watched the anime adaptation would certainly be encouraged to read the light novel version. Though some parts have been changed, the anime still follows the same story as the light novel. Three main protagonists are depicted, each with their own unique abilities that give the light novel a sense of color. Moreover, the light novels deal with one perspective on several scenes (especially the action-fighting scenes) which gives a new experience for the readers. The main character Izayoi's story and power help make each chapter exciting.
Genre: [Adventure] [Comedy] [Ecchi] [Fantasy] [Harem] [Romance] [Shounen] [Supernatural]
Personal Rating: 4/5
Plot Summary:
Meet Sora and Shiro, a brother and sister who are loser shut-ins by normal standards. But these siblings don’t play by the rules of the “crappy game” that is average society. In the world of gaming, this genius pair reigns supreme, their invincible avatar so famous that it’s the stuff of urban legend. So when a young boy calling himself God summons the siblings to a fantastic alternate world where war is forbidden and all conflicts–even those involving national borders–are decided by the outcome of games, Sora and Shiro have pretty much hit the jackpot. But they soon learn that in this world, humanity, cornered and outnumbered by other species, survives within the confines of one city. Will Sora and Shiro, two failures at life, turn out to be the saviors of mankind? Let the games begin…
Source: Novel Updates
Why Read:
Many people are hyped to read the light novel version after watching the anime. With the two MCs' unique personalities, each serious scene lighthearted and comical. Moreover, the MCs overpowered intelligence makes them super strong protagonists (I'm sure you've guessed that they've never lost any game except to each other, right?). Additionally, this is such a great series because each volume is progressive in that they conquer a new race.
Genre: [Action] [Adventure] [Drama] [Fantasy] [Romance] [Shounen] [Tragedy]
Personal Rating: 3/5
Plot Summary:
Amakawa Haruto has someone he always cherished and loved: his childhood friend. Even though they were separated in during childhood, he always thought about her, and continued making efforts to fulfill the promise they made. Haruto learned martial arts so he could protect her. He learned to cook in order to spend time with her in the kitchen. He did house chores, worked on a farm, and studied diligently. He did everything, even though it was uncertain if his dream would ever be fulfilled. Yet he kept believing in that future. Acknowledging Haruto’s effort, his father gave in and allowed Haruto to enter a high school near his childhood friend’s residence. That high school would be the stage for Haruto’s highly anticipated reunion with his childhood friend, who, unexpectedly, also attends. Thump, he could feel his heart throb; that’s right, there’s no way he could mistake her for anyone else, It was her, the most important person who was so far, yet so close to him. Haruto was filled with joy of another meeting with her, but at the same time, cursed fate...
Walking by her side was an unknown guy.
Haruto felt scared; what if they were going out? With that thought in mind, he no longer had the courage to call out to her. Watching from faraway, troubled by his fears, he continued like this until she suddenly vanished.
From that day on, Haruto’s worries changed into never-ending regret. The first day he knew she disappeared, he realized the big mistake he'd made. His heart felt like it was going to break, screams of grief, sorrow, bitterness, all stirred throughout his entire body. However, he wouldn’t give up. He couldn’t give up. There wasn’t a chance that he’d give up. He still hadn’t confessed his feelings. With a slight hope that he may be able to find her in Tokyo, Haruto moved out of his house and attended the University there.
Three years have passed since Haruto entered University. Not even once did he forget about her. Between his studies and part-time jobs, he would ask the police to investigate, even going as far as to search for her by himself, on foot if he must. But her disappearance was total and mysterious. One day Haruto was taking the bus home. It was just before evening, and at the time there were only a few people on the bus. Haruto sat there, silently gazing at the passing scenery outside the window. Suddenly his view shook, the bus received an impact, and Haruto’s consciousness became blank in an instant. The next time he woke up, he was no longer himself. He was a 7 year old boy named, “Rio.” His surroundings were dirty and foul… slums. Haruto soon found himself in a different world than his, harsher and unforgiving. In his mind, were the wish to see his beloved one more time, and the wish, to exact revenge on the bastard who killed his mother in front of him…
Source: Roxism HQ
Why Read:
The first thing you'll notice after reading this light novel is the fast-paced progression of story, which often skips time-frames (such that it will be stated that three years have passed without even describing what happened during those years). On the other hand, no one can really deny that the MC is seriously overpowered and additionally, he is of royal descent. What I really like about this novel is that it does not focus on romantic interests but on the goal of the MC for revenge, and the technological advancement of the MC's empire due to his teachings.
Genre: [Adventure] [Comedy] [Romance] [Shounen] [Slice of Life] [Supernatural]
Personal Rating: 2/5
Plot Summary:
There was once an ordinary and remote village where a man who had no relatives appeared. Since then, everything has changed. Labor became pleasant, people stopped starving and became healthier, the population increased. On top of that, the village started to flourish in trade. A time of huge change and considerable turmoil was about to begin, a revolution that no man could turn a blind eye to.
In the ancient bronze era, even more distant than medieval times, a certain blacksmith was yet to make his greatest effort.
Source: koreyorihachidori
Why Read:
Most readers, including me, would say this light novel is indeed very light, meaning it does not really include heavy conflict or problems in the story. The novel focuses mainly on the improvement of the transported MC's village with the MC making upgraded tools and weapons for the village. Moreover, the life of the MC is certainly peaceful, as he already has a wife and newborn child. Other than that, if technological advancement and kingdom building is your hype, then here's the light novel for you.
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Genre: [Action] [Adventure] [Comedy] [Fantasy] [Romance] [Shounen] [Supernatural]
Personal Rating: 3/5
Plot Summary:
The protagonist fell asleep while playing an online game. He then awoke in a strange world with his game character's appearance. In a state of shock, he noticed that he was equipped with nothing but his strongest weapon and armor. To make matters worse, our hero’s appearance was changed by the special avatar skin, 'Skeleton,' when he entered this new world. The protagonist wanted to live without drawing attention, but he got acquainted with the dark elf Ariane and listened to her request.
Source: uselessno4
Why Read:
The prologue and character profile of the protagonist does resembles the MC of Overlord at a glance. However, this light novel's MC is a holy undead and is cursed, and thus could certainly gain back his human body (though personality-wise, it does resemble Overlord's MC). Moreover, unlike Overlord, the MC does not have a companion in this novel. On the other hand, though the fighting scenes are clearly described, the plot does not really follow a definite path. Moreover, the MC's go-with-the-flow personality is a little distasteful, in my opinion.
Genre: [Action] [Comedy] [Fantasy] [Harem] [Martial] [Arts] [Romance] [Xuanhuan]
Personal Rating: 4/5
Plot Summary:
Killed by a Sage Emperor and reborn as his 13-year-old self, Nie Li was given a second chance at life. A second chance to change everything, save his loved ones and his beloved city. He shall once again battle with the Sage Emperor to avenge his death. With the vast knowledge he accumulated in his previous life, he has a better starting point. Although he started as the weakest, without a doubt, he will climb the steps towards the strongest. Mastering the strongest cultivation technique, wielding the strongest demon spirits, he shall reach the pinnacle of Martial Arts. Enmities of the past will be settled in this new lifetime.
“Since I’m back, then in this lifetime, I shall become the King of Gods that dominates everything. Let everything else tremble beneath my feet!”
Why Read:
One of the best novels I'm currently reading. The protagonist has a determined spirit, and with his knowledge of his previous life (since he was transported back in time), he is so very very over-powered that he is comparable to his elders and seniors. Moreover, the plot is fast progressive and I don't think the fighting scenes are lacking either. Much more, the way that the author describe the situation is simply excellent.
Genre: [Action] [Adventure] [Comedy]
Personal Rating: 2/5
Plot Summary:
In a fantasy world known as [Flow] there was a Demon Emperor whose power was so ridiculous that gods couldn't even compare to him. Then one day he got hit by a powerful curse and got banished to a completely different world. That's roughly how it happened. Roughly…
After entering the New World our protagonist found his body being disintegrated and most of his magical powers useless...
After entering the New World our protagonist found his body being disintegrated and most of his magical powers useless...
Source: Royal Road
Why Read:
Mecha and magic together is an unusual combination. The MC is over-powered based on his previous life and body that fused with his current body. It's also a bit mature-themed and he has a harem with girls who are also very overpowered. In addition, what I certainly like most about this light novel is how the MC conceals much of his power,
That ends the list for now. I hope you've enjoyed the recommendations which I've listed.
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- Recommend Overgeared, Everyone Else is a Returnee, I Reincarnated For Nothing, Half Prince, Expecting to Fall into Ruin I Aim to Become A BlackSmith, The Seed of Evolution; Before I Knew It I Was One Of The Champions.
- I recommend Overgeared, Master Hunter K, Reincarnator, Main character hides his strength, stop, friendly fire, Emperor of Solo Play, etc
- How about adding some Xianxia/Wuxia and Korean novels to the bunch. Just like I Shall Seal the Heavens, Renegade Immortal for example. The protagonists from these novels start weak but by the end of the novel, they could basically create and destroy universes. And how about, Overgeared and Seoul Station Necromancer for Korean? Overgeared is, as the title says, an Overgeared person that destroys people in the VMMORPG world of Satisfy, plus the godly character development is a delicious side dish. Seoul Station Necromancer if you also want an OP mc that is basically a 1 man army
- I usually don't read many review lists, but I quite liked your explanantions and recommendations. I have saved several of the suggested light novels to read now! And indirectly you helped me FINALLY, finally figure out what the name of the light novel I've been searching for, Arifureta. (Didn't finish it, but remembered it started off strong and was curious if it was worth going back and finishing)
- I would also recommend reading these:1. Kumo Desu ga, Nani ka? (I’m A Spider, So What?)2. Dungeon Defense3. Overlord (Well, there was no chance to leave it without a mention, huh? However it seems like you've already read it, although not included it in the list.)I'm also planning on reading The Saga of Tanya the Evil. I can't include it since I haven't read it yet, so some reviews may be helpful :)
- Loved your suggestions. Looking at your 4 rated novels which are already my favorite I decided that if I find even one 4 rated novel I haven't read I am going to read it. Sadly I have already read all the 4s. Maybe I might try one of your 3s. Lastly a heads up madsnail author of TDG has messed up the novel once he started manuha trust me u are going to bang your head about the writing once you reach the last/recent 30 chapters. and have a look at Against the Gods U will Love it I can vouch for that.
- it seems like most of the books are aiming for a male reader
- Hey, you should have added I SHALL SEAL THE HEAVEN.Sypnosis: If I want something, the heavens better have it. If I don’t want something, the heavens better not have it! This is a story which originates between the Eighth and Ninth Mountains, a world in which “My fate is to seal the heavens like a demon!”
- Overlord? 0_0 you really MUST read it its so freaking good
- The death mage that doesn't want a fourth time would also fit in here. I've read up to where it is updated (chapter 164) and enjoyed it thoroughly.
- Was a good list but when Tales of demons and Gods got included i got the impression that it darkened the whole list as a whole by what was written...In my personal truth it is just a read for those who do not care and are simply waiting for more updates on others, nothing, i mean nothing sets it apart from the others with non existing personality's for the supporting cast. and since this is a universal truth if you look at it with scrutinizing eyes and compare it with others, it would then come in to question if the others are truly good or bad as the writer says
- Thanks for the recommendations. I found many that novels that I have not read. I also like your description of MC’s personalities it helps quite a lot. Looking for another list in the future.