I did like the book well enough (let’s say 6~7 out of 10), which puts the series in the “will read if available for free” range. And it is (from my local library), so I will probably keep going for a few more volumes.
As a fan of classic JRPG, I did like the way stats were dealt with. In particular, I like seeing them increase…and boy do they increase.Many classic monsters with equally classic naming schemes… which really makes no sense in the context. I assume the gods probably named them too.In fact, for a while I thought the “gods” were just players of a fully immersive MMORPG (think SAO) with the “children” being AI driven NPC… but (actual spoiler) they seem to be legit mythology gods.
My major concern when picking up this book was the presence of fan service. Not being part of the target audience, I was afraid it would get annoying, especially concerning (what I thought would be) the theme of the book. Well, the illustrations (especially the color ones) are the worst offenders, but can be easily ignored. The text has some too the most facepalm-y ones being the sound effects being added to Hestia’s breasts… like… why…, but overall remains relatively tame.
I did like the fact that the main character is considered good-looking, rather than the usual harem trope of having a sub-average loser somehow getting all the girls. At least, if he can make a goddess fall head over heels at first sight, it makes some sense that he would gather attention. Not from other guys, though, although he does “admit” to himself that another dude is good-looking, so mayyyyybeeeee? (But I’m not going to hold my breath)
Alright, that’s it for now. I might lurk a bit in the threads and see what people think.
Just want to mention if anyone has been stuck at home with some extra free time, you can still pick up danmachi and join us if you’d like! We arent that far and you can always read ahead.
I will be making the volume 2 week 1 thread on may 31st, a week after finishing week 15.
Now how about a poll, what kind of copy did you read for volume 1: