A NEET’s Guide to the Parallel World: Healer, the Strongest Cheat?

The protagonist is an average underdog who consistently fails despite having access to cheat codes, and surprisingly, women are drawn to him like magnets. The character development leaves much to be desired.

As I write this, I've come across the manga adaptation of certain parts of the novel. While there's undeniable potential in the story, I think the main premise could have been handled differently. Focusing on revenge doesn't quite resonate, as it doesn't explain why the protagonist would have such strong motivation to survive despite being targeted by adventurers twice. It would have been more compelling if he had taken action against those who truly deserved it, rather than sparing them out of misplaced remorse (a flaw in the author's judgment). The MMORPG aspect feels forced, with instant rewards granted seemingly at random, without any earned accomplishment – as though he's entitled to it, which detracts from the authenticity of his character growth. This lack of earned rewards only serves to further erode his sense of self.

As someone who diligently read through the first four volumes of this gloomy novel, hoping for a brighter turn in later chapters, I must admit, this is a novel best consumed if you're looking for a melancholic journey with no other commitments. Initially, I saw potential for greatness, but each reading left me increasingly disappointed. The plot feels rigid and occasionally forced, and the main character's single-minded focus on revenge led him to abandon those who truly cared for him.

Character development, unfortunately, is minimal. In the first two volumes, it's bearable, but it takes a nosedive from there. The protagonist is both foolish and oblivious; granted extraordinary abilities, he explores them without any strategic understanding. It leaves me wondering why he doesn't utilize specific skills more effectively in different situations, and at times, his actions border on absurdity.

In all earnestness, if you adhere to any deity you hold dear, read this novel only if you have nothing else to do, as a melancholic detour, or at the risk of avoiding it altogether.