I started this because of the good ratings.

Also, I like reading transmigration-as-a-villain type of novels. But a big problem that this novel and quite so many others share is that, the MC is not a villain at all.

Rather, he is just a nice guy with the impression on others that he is a villain. In fact, he does all good deeds with absolutely normal intuition under the villain cover. This alone should not be a big problem as long as you depict the MC as someone with unique ethics, world... more>> view, past experiences, or codes of conduct that make them just can't shake off the impression of being a villain, no matter how slight that impression is. However, there is no such trait for our MC here: the only thing that makes him slightly close to being a villain is just his speaking tone.

YES, just the speaking tone. He adds "bastard" whenever he addresses people, and that disgusts others and gives them the first impression that he is a villain. Other than that, he helps people, he diligently works on his magic and knowledge, and he tries his very best to hide his good deeds to not change the flow of story. If that is all, then why bother setting him as a villain.

One of the funs from reading such villain MC novel is witnessing their sightly off mental state: after all, the author makes them a villain, then what's the fun if the villain is just in name? Another is to see the misunderstanding between the villain MC and others, knowing that it is inevitable given the MC's villainous personality. If all you have is just the bad mouth but everything-else-all good MC, as in this case, then the misunderstanding is rather negligible.

Therefore, just being a bad mouth is far from enough in making a villain MC standout, in my opinion. Maybe I am not expecting the right thing from this novel. But initially, the stage the story is set up and the unique vibe it gives off really remind me of Eliza. However, the MC is just not the right type of VILLAIN in this case, at least not the type that I like. <<less

I read until chap 50 and then skim-through the series, welp the only thing that make me kept reading is the development between Harold & Erika, I mean they're the only character that interest me really, She's devoted to him and yes madly, but then recent chapter make her " oh no I should give up, this girl (lifa) know more than me about harold-sama , is this how heart break feels like ?, yes I should give up on harold-sama" uh-oh ok that's come out of nowhere, The development... more>> in arc before this (Parties arc) gone to the thin air ??? , And lifa falling in love with harold is just nonsense why the f*ck would she fall in love without any bases even if she's grateful to him lel doesn't make sense.

So yeah It's good until Chapter 50 and then there's time skip from there the series falling apart in ret*rded way. (Except party arc, that's a good one). <<less

In my opinion this is one of the best Japanese novels about villain main characters.

The story is not a masterpiece or a genuine one but it has unique characteristics, like how the main character trying to stick the main plot or how he always talks like the original villain character despite himself not wanting too, from reading the comments I thought they were not good settings to the plot but after I read the novel they were surprisingly consistent with novel and loved these ideas.

The novel is a mix of... more>> funny, serious and heart breaking moments.

My advice is to read the first 15 chapters before voicing your opinions. <<less

I wouldn't say it's a worthless novel. The concept of the character Harold Stokes is good, but it did become a bit extreme and hard to digest after a while. But two volumes was the limit for me. I wanted to read more, but unfortunately, the author took it rather lax from Vol 3, shifting the narrative arbitrarily without care for the settings already created or the characters that were represented the narrative until then.

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Spoiler

the so called last boss Justus abruptly appeared in the third volume and our overpowered protagonist became a pawn under his thumb, with little complaint or resistance. The narrator became unreliable and the basic framework of the plot shifted entirely.

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The protagonist, Harold, is super paranoid about his fate. For that reason, I really enjoy getting the story from the other character's perspective because Harold has many mental burdens anticipating his fate and seeking to thwart his "death flags".

Nonetheless this is an enjoyable story and an interesting take on the transmitigation genre. Unlike some transmitigated protagonists, Harold has to deal with the previous owner's "voice" while he benefits from the previous Harold's latent strength. This is an interesting struggle for the protagonist. He cannot express himself clearly due to the... more>> previous owner of the body. It adds to the charm of the protagonist, being a good person but unable to express himself without being rude. <<less

This one is a gem, with a lot of misunderstanding because of MC has a badmouth (though he wants to tell good will his mouth will always say it in ill-meaning words) . I felt the romance for this one and the comedy is nice too, the heroine is nice with character progression at good pace.

I was surprised when I began reading this. I thought it would just be another fantasy setting with the main feature of rom-com and harem. But it was nice to find a gem here, this writer certainly should be praised for their hard work. It is well thought out and very good. Although the plot is cliche and rather simple, it makes a good foundation for this roller-coaster of intrigue. The main character has faults, obstacles he must overcome, and weaknesses. But despite this he is strong, he is op... more>> but not in a tiresome way. The translators also take great care to do the writer justice and give attention to the details, such as the flow of the story and grammar. Definitely a great read, I'd recommend this anyone.

The main character's bad mouth is actually kinda funny to me, partly because what Japanese people think rude speech to be is really, actually pretty lenient, but also he can't ever get across what he really means creating some funny misunderstandings and situations. While this is somewhat frustrating (when you're sympathizing with him) but it makes the main character go through hardship that his otherwise cheat existence wouldn't allow, giving him depth. <<less

The idea of tsundere is refreshing. (Well combination of the two personality) The protagonist is initially cold and even hostile towards heroine because he needs to follow how the game proceeds in the original story, but gradually showing a warmer side over time. The only time thing I don't like is that the author time skips quite often, and there could be much more to write about what happened during those times.

A masterpiece among masterpiece.

Best novel I have ever read in my life, I have read almost all of highest level ratings novels but I will still point out this novel as my best and favorite.

It's perfect-like-series and naturally deserves 5 star rating except from smartass-wannabes who still gonna bring some trivial non-existent nonsense and rate it lower since this masterpiece may not match there taste

Grammar: 4.7/5

Story: 4.5/5

Writing: 4.5/5

Fairly well written and translated. A few instances of awkward phrasing and wording, but nothing that detracts from the story itself. Over all very enjoyable, and an unexpectedly wonderful read.

Wow, the review section got its new face. hihi so exciting!... ehemm, I must be doing a review now. Hehe oh well, the story is applause worthy. I like how the plot is being written and the characters are nicely developed. But of course, I like Harold-kn the most! All in all, it is a good read. Thumbs up to the author and the translator! :)

It is not as great as the ratings depict this series, but it is still an enjoyable novel. The MC takes over the body of the of a game's main villain, but tries to find ways to prevent his death and help people while playing the villain.

Really cool novel, I really love how there aren't any bullsh*t overload of statuses and skills. Our M.C does have a good start, and may seem op, but it doesn't detract from the story. Its such a breath of fresh air from the usual "I reincarnated as a hero, have a super cheat power, instantly get a harem and decimate enemies" bullshit, so props to the author. Recommend strongly!

The best MC so far that I can think of. The twists in the plot are very interesting, and you will crave for more once you start to read it.

Although I sometimes can’t relate with the MC’s weird line of thought, he still gets points for being really interesting! The are misunderstanding and so far it’s going on the route that close people who know him admire him while others hate him. Nothing seems forced and all I can say is that it really does seem like a nice read so far. I give it a 5/5!

i have no doubt know why it has such a good rating.. The dialogue is clever with a touch of tsundere.. What a lovable MC >.<

a pretty realistic MC is possessing the body of the villain of his favorite game... while searching for the method of going back to his world, he tried to minimize the effect of his conduct that results in his ruin and progressing to the original game. his words when talking to people around him are translated to be arrogant and bad but people are keeping misunderstand with him but our MC is clueless about what they are thinking of him. the plot and his way of thinking are interesting. the... more>> description in the story isn't bad as well. looking forward to his encounter to the original game's hero, liner ⊙﹏⊙ <<less

Cute! I love characters like this. They get into the funniest situations.

A really compelling story for what it is. One of the better reincarnated-inside-game story I have read so far. Its nice to se a story not focused on fighting, but rather what effect of having pre-knowledge of events can have on the world.

I really, really like this series! It's a bit of intelligent op (in the eyes of others), slight, but not cringy misunderstandings, a kinda otome (no... Not at all...) feel, unknown likeness, and best of all, how he talks!! Rude, but with good meaning. It's the best kind of tsunsdere! And he's a boy too!!! Little boy tsunsdere!!!