Arifureta Shokugyou de Sekai Saikyou (WN)

It's cool. Author can just mess around without the stress of the plot and an antagonist to worry over.

I have always been able to read this story here. Been fine for me, the last 4 years.

They had more chapters a while ago but they removed them and haven’t added them back is what I was saying

Can anyone help me with the chapters? I forgot where I ended. Basically after the end of the last anime season when 'someone got a new body'

I checked to it was around ch 109-111 ty for a close up

where do i need to start after anime? or the anime follow light novel?

So if we talk about light novel: the second anime season ended with light novel vol 6. So u would have to start with vol 7. If we talk about the Webnovel, that’s what u find on this site, read the comment above yours (no guarantee tho). I would recommend reading the light novel, just because it’s more complete. Better Grammen, no typos, pictures now and then etc.(in general the Webnovels are raw versions and the light novel are the complete ones, with proofreading and stuff). AND I would recommend to read the whole thing, cause just like somebody already commented: the anime doesn’t do the book justice.

How many chapters are there in web novel? I know it has 13 LN volumes, and the main story is finished.

This may not be the best novel (having read(red) many novels), but this is one of the novels i truly enjoyed.

Me too, it was the book which introduced me to novels.
Do you know any other light novels like this

So, I am an avid reader who has gone through every chapter since the beginning until the most recent one, chapter 385. Here, I'll share my thoughts on the pros and cons of this novel.

Firstly, let's address the anime adaptation. Unfortunately, the first episode was a major disappointment, as it did not do justice to the novel. If I had my way, the first season would focus on the protagonist's initial escape from the first dungeon instead of the rushed narrative that spans across five volumes.

Now, moving on to the book review. The first dungeon stands out as a highlight, showcasing the protagonist's tragic backstory, betrayal, and his daunting struggle for survival. Some readers found his behavior after escaping erratic, but this can be attributed to Yue and the impending events involving the "bugged bunny." Without these factors, he might have become a heartless killing machine.

The subsequent chapters that caught my attention include the introduction of supporting characters, more dungeons, and interactions with Hajime's classmates. The final battle against the boss was particularly thrilling.

At first glance, the "Hero" of the class may appear unremarkable, but his character development in the after-story arc is where he shines. Many minor characters from the main story also experience significant growth in the extended narrative.

Honesty demands that the "Main Story" feels more like a setup for the real story. If I were to rate the main storyline independently, it'd be a modest 2 stars. However, if I solely evaluated the after-story, it would easily earn a 5-star rating. The after-story offers extensive world-building and a captivating, hidden plot that makes the main story feel like just a fraction of the total experience.

To those considering stopping here, my advice is to persevere. The true essence of the story unfolds once the main narrative concludes.

In essence, it's a novel centered around revenge and a harem theme. The protagonist uses his connections to reclaim what he loses in a harsh world, which can be seen as a coping mechanism similar to the approach taken in "Everybody Else is a Returnee" for mental stability. The story has a light-hearted tone and adorable supporting characters, with a touch of comedy.

At first, the narrative takes a dark turn, but readers may get absorbed by the lightheartedness and humor that mask the underlying darkness. Despite the apocalyptic premise, the characters prioritize their own amusement before saving the world, suggesting a lack of genuine concern.

The story concludes with an epic epilogue, fleshing out minor characters hinted at throughout, offering both laughter and darker undertones. If the author had explored more mature themes, it would have easily earned a perfect score of 5/5. However, the book stayed within an R-15 rating, possibly to avoid explicit content that could detract from the plot.

Overall, the potential for a deeper exploration of certain themes was present, but the author held back, maintaining a more restrained rating.