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481 Chapters (Completed)
— Prologue: 1 Chapter (Complete)
— Main Story: 379 Chapters (Complete)
— Side Stories: 101 Chapters (Complete)
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Release Frequency
Every 171.7 Day(s)
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Weekly Rank: #4816
Monthly Rank: #3303
All Time Rank: #31
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On 22034 Reading Lists
Monthly Rank: #11366
All Time Rank: #24

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Waking up, Kim Hajin finds himself in a familiar world but an unfamiliar body.

A world he created himself and a story he wrote, yet never finished.

He had become his novel’s extra, a filler character with no importance to the story.

The only clue to escaping is to stay close to the main storyline.

However, he soon finds out the world isn’t exactly identical to his creation.

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TNE
소설 속 엑스트라
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Latest Release

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06/26/18 Wuxiaworld c20
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06/15/18 Wuxiaworld c11
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un-known
un-known rated it
December 7, 2019
Status: Completed
First, I gave it 5/5 not because I think it is perfect but because I genuinely enjoyed every last bit of it.

Second, I read this story as I was having a transition period on my evaluation criteria and this story kind of tuned my criteria to the better (I guess?), now I focus on execution much more than the story (i.e how well it is engineered not how well the story is)

Into the review:

The story is good and consistent (with but a few loopholes)

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sad that the author kinda forgot about the fake akatarina tower seed - might have made the ending more wholesome

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The delivery is superb as you can feel every scene materialize in front of you as you read it.

The execution is top notch as you would need to ponder for a long time to come up with a better way of handling most of the scenes

The characters are full of life (even the most generic ones)

lastly, bonus points to showing us an author perspective (Hajin feels kind of very good author if he took his time writing the story) <<less
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Lawkz
Lawkz rated it
November 26, 2019
Status: Completed
Outstanding novel, the only reason I give 4 stars instead of 5 is because the drama never connects with me and the quality of writing really drops in the last 100~150 chapters to the point where I'd give only 2 or 3 stars for that section of the novel.
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FatMenBeTrippin
FatMenBeTrippin rated it
May 9, 2019
Status: c294
I was very pleasantly surprised by how good this novel is. It’s one of the few novels that I’ve been happy to read that doesn’t have a clear power structure, in fact the power structure is a little broken in my opinion and it’s very hard to gauge who is powerful compared to who.

No harem in this so far and while there are a lot of love interests I get the feeling that they will find other partners and leave the MC with just one.

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Hedging my bets on Rachel right now because of Evandel

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The story progression is nice and doesn’t get hung up on anything for longer than necessary, and I get the feeling that the novel is only just beginning. It also feels like it might be coming to a close lol I can’t actually tell. <<less
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Hunterx12
Hunterx12 rated it
May 8, 2019
Status: c113
I just want to say to those who are looking for a well written novel to read, this is one of the best novels I have ever read. All the scenes, characters, dialogue and plot seem real and you get attached to each character and root for the main one
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Caraweelo
Caraweelo rated it
May 4, 2019
Status: c74
Just a quick review since I'm completely immersed in the story.

This is the first review I've ever posted about a web-/light novel and the reason is simple- this novel is brilliant. At least so far.

I'm still new to the whole web-light novel universe, and since my first two (Release That Witch & Bringing the Farm to Live in Another World) I have waded through some seriously questionable content. Whether it's Chinese novels where everything is dreary, everyone is insulting each other left and right and people die by the literal... more>> thousands or it's Japanese novels with rather disturbing "loli-fixations" (I just see it as borderline pe*ophilia), or female characters written by meninist's, I had almost given up hope and was about to throw the towel in when I fell over this little gem. So far, there is an actual plot, genuinely diverse characters that aren't two-dimensional or the typical cartoonish villains, female characters written by someone who appears to actually have met women/girls irl, and honest to goodness real morals and ethics. Don't get me wrong, the MC isn't a monk, but he actually cares about civilians and you know, LIVES! I was despairing about how MC's in web-light novels were so cavalier about innocent people dying or how quick they were to kill people who looked at them funny and beginning to think that maybe this "genre" just wasn't for me, but it seems this author is a normal human being who knows how normal human beings think and react and is capable of describing such.

The story so far flows naturally and I seriously have to commend the translator as well (FudgeNouget) who is, by far, the best translator I've come across.

I may update this review at one point, but if you're on the fence, I seriously recommend you to give it a shot- <<less
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Whize
Whize rated it
April 1, 2019
Status: c280
A really great novel with a great story and almost life-like protagonists. One little problem with some guys being almost forgotten until the appear again but still good job and keep up the traslation ?
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fredzerpa
fredzerpa rated it
March 13, 2019
Status: c265
Okay this is my first review, and I have been reading A LOT of light novels in the last's years. This is one of the few novels that I kept liking no matter what, the first 30 chapters may be some kinda sloppy with the MC strength but later he starts to keep up with the rest (of course he has others ways to be useful at the start but that would be spoiler from my part if I explain how). Well dearly readys, I recommend this novel with a... more>> 100% of my faith you will love it, and let me tell you this from the 200+ ch it gets reallyyyy exciting!!!

From Venezuela, EFE says Hi! <<less
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Jonnie
Jonnie rated it
February 22, 2019
Status: c252
Oh I mis clicked I should have rate it 4.5 stars as I was having difficulty remembering all the Kim names.

Aside from that I have read to the latest part, I had read a lot of novels from CN and this will be the first for me from KR. I give it a two thumbs up!
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Razort
Razort rated it
February 16, 2019
Status: c248
I love make this short and simple, no long winded explanations from me to convince you to read this.

This novels hits me in the funny bone, the wholesomes, and the feels.

You will not regret this if you choose to read The Novel’s Extra.
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Jubaer
Jubaer rated it
February 6, 2019
Status: c319
Great read. There is a good amount of character development.

Keeps you invested to read more and more of the story and never gets boring.

My most liked aspect of the story is the characters emotional expression.

the characters express their feeling in a way that we can relate to a certain extent.

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Intelligent Pig
Intelligent Pig rated it
February 6, 2019
Status: c237
At first, it was fun reading the story fevelopment where the MC knows everything. But over the course of time, I can't help but become bored with the repetitive sequence where he is a know-it-all..

It becomes interesting once more, since the story is flowing towards a direction that differs from the main one, the one that he wrote.
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Rissay
Rissay rated it
February 5, 2019
Status: c237
One of my favorite novels of all time. It s a breath of fresh air for the reincarnation genre. A very engaging writhing style that keeps you coming for more
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borosborosbubs
borosborosbubs rated it
February 5, 2019
Status: c236
Great story, interesting and believable characterisation and an intriguing plot as well. Definitely recommended for everyone.
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modislaszlo
modislaszlo rated it
February 2, 2019
Status: c233
It's good and interesting story at the begging I would say it's probably the best novel I read. MC is not explaining all his powers to first people meets, girls are not throwing them self to the MC, slow affection forming from other people towards MC, the moderate "I don't care about you" feeling from MC were all very refreshing.

In the later stages especially in the current arc I really started questioning the MC decisions towards the so called "friends", "companions" and "allies". Even if you don't trust them you... more>> should still throw some information at people; I'm not saying to tell everything but some of the information should be shared with others. They will probably trust MC after all this time they understood that he has information that nobody else have. I'm not sure if it's the translations fault but the MC feels so rude with everybody he talks with (especially in later the current arc) that it started to annoy me. The latest arc story is really good but the action of the MC in some cases are like of a villain in forming (maybe that is what actually will happen?). One of the thought it crossed by mind about the latest arc is that the author started to lengthen the novel unnecessary. So many things would have been resolved if he just musters of a bit of courage to talk with people; you can be the worst talker in the world but the MC feels like on whole different dimension of not able to talk about important things. <<less
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ALonelyParrot
ALonelyParrot rated it
January 25, 2019
Status: c224
The concept and execution of the story is wonderful for most of the story. The characters don't feel bland when they're active, the suspense and mystery is maintained despite the MC being a walking spoiler, and overall the charm and pacing of the novel is good. I have to praise the author for inter-playing what the MC already knows with what actually happens that is separate from the story. The writer conveys the thoughts and emotions of the characters with great clarity that help the world become alive. In addition,... more>> the story is handled mostly well throughout the beginning of the story. Also, I "liked" (explain quotes later) how the author handled the multiple plot lines. Things that genuinely surprised me (big warning, it's a list of five, you were warned) :
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The time and location Evandel's Seed hatched, killing a mafia boss who wasn't djinn, Killing of Chayun's (did I get that right) brother, the aftermath and effect the death of Chayun's brother had on everyone, the existential crisis the MC had with the doppelganger encounter

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Various other misc. comments: I liked the length of the chapters. Each of the chapters are nicely packed. I liked the contrast between creator and creations.

However. Big however. As the story approaches the
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Tower of Wishes

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Other than power creep, the author has some points where the story threads just become unmanageable. I like the numerous amounts of plot threads, but they sometimes are left neglected, untied. With those threads dangling above my head, I was often kept uncomfortable. Yeah, it's funny for the first few chapters it was introduced, but after 5, 10, or even 15 chapters, they become annoying (and the chapters are LOOOOONG). I lose focus on the main story because of I'm worrying about the small things rather than the important things.

I mustn't downplay the quality of the story too much. I genuinely enjoyed myself while reading this book. However, far warning, if you're the obsessive reader type (like me) and don't like the things in the criticism, it might be better to resist the temptation and not start this book... If you're looking for a good fiction book, this read is a no brainer. Take it. You should not hesitate to read it.

(Though we're not really supposed to talk about it...) Those who dread bad translations, fear not. The translators did an excellent job in their work. Although there are a few places of weirdness, the quality of the translation is high. (This does not impact the rating of the novel) <<less
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Mellows
Mellows rated it
January 3, 2019
Status: c202
Great series, can't wait for more to be released. Skeptical at first because the MC knows what will happen in the future but I was glad that it was changed when there's another one behind the scenes. (Sounds Villain for me but nvrmnd that.) Kudos for the translator for translating this another masterpiece.
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Otakureader
Otakureader rated it
November 1, 2018
Status: c152
The novel itself quite good to read. The only problem for me to continue reading this story came from the interaction between MC n one of the female lead (the one he design from his love interest in real life). This female lead believe that MC was in love with her and the MC let the misunderstanding continue to the point all of their friend believe it, basically he never make it clear that he was not love her, well he was but the conviction not strong enough to make... more>> them believe it even I was not believe it.

At first it was quite amusing to see their ineraction, but from time to time their intercation make me cringe, it's not I don't like romance but I hate romance when it change the MC. <<less
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theduffman999
theduffman999 rated it
October 28, 2018
Status: c143
This is a very good novel. The premise being thrown into the novel is not new, but it makes up for it with original elements. The Writing is very well done, when it seems like there will be a cliche part it often will deviate from it and surprise you. Build drama, action, and relationships in a believable way. The MC doesn't automatically obtain the whims of the girls, but slowly earns it. This novel is not afraid to pull punches either, there will be times when the reader might... more>> be praying for an out, a sudden ass-pull, but it goes through with it. It seems My favorite novels here are Korean, something about the writing styles just fit I guess haha. I would recommend if looking for a more alpha version of the Japanese MC, and a fun supernatural story <<less
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zero0zero
zero0zero rated it
October 21, 2018
Status: c40
For me.. This novel is good

(note: I am someone who would rather have an OverPowered MC.. {As long there are *challenges* in the story} than having a weakling for an mc)

the MC wasn't overpowered too much.. Well, few incredible card alright (luck/gift/special power) but he was no more than a weakling even with these..?

but if you hate a weakling for an MC, dont worry.. There is a good prospect for MC to be so strong (if he continued to grow, and acquiring more power).. Well, the problem is,... more>> the VILLAINs in the story are very very very strong too haha

but that makes a challenge in the story, he always barely make it, in each of his struggle. The the help of *luck stat* is not overly unreasonable so it doesn't completely ruin the 'challenge' that I want,

at least, I enjoyed the growth of the MC on this story.. It gave enough dose of sense of accomplishment wkwk <<less
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rhianirory
rhianirory rated it
October 20, 2018
Status: completd
sigh. It started off well and then tanked. Badly.

here is my original, overly optimistic take up until c139

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this is a very interesting take on the whole 'transported into a mob character in a novel' scenario, and not just because the MC was the main Author. Just the fact that there is another author who keeps making changes to what's supposed to happen is fun enough, but the MC's reactions crack me up. Of course, now things are getting more serious and as the story continues things are getting more complex and I just hope the writing quality remains as good as it is now.

also, it says something about how good the character development is for all the side characters that readers seem to have forgotten that he's trapped in a book at the moment and have already divided into camps based on their favorite ships. I'm not surprised he tried his best to keep his distance as the story has progressed, though I think he's more invested in certain people than he intended to be. I'm very curious about what happens after the school arc ends and am hoping that the actual ending is neither rushed nor rage-inducing like half the other Korean novels I've read lately.

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