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Brilliant novel.Unique setting, characters and execution of storytelling.It was a clever choice of the author to start the story with the main characters in a prison secluded from the outside world. We are given ample time to flesh out the main characters in this setting, with all of them familiarizing with each other and forming interesting dynamics, while we simultaneously constantly get tidbits of information about the outside world which increases its allure and mystery for when they eventually escape the prison. The lack of any irrelevant side characters such as prison personnel also means that literally all of the character interactions will be between main characters only which keeps the story from getting boring in an otherwise slow-paced first arc.I adore the characters. They are all incredibly distinct whether it is in their design, history, powers or personalities which makes it super fun to see them interact. Despite the novel having a harem tag and the main characters being like 1 guy and at least 3 girls starting in an isolated setting, there's been like zero interactions of a romantic nature so far which I find very refreshing given the many other interesting ways they interact.The dystopian world-setting is very well-done. You get an idea of how dark things are in the outside world based on the info you get from the characters or their backstories. I also love the way the MC's witty and somewhat carefree personality balances some of the dark elements of the story. It also makes me very curious how he will act during very serious / emotional moments.
