I truly cannot comprehend the positive reviews. Perhaps I abandoned the series too early to witness its improvement. Given my experience with "Quickly Wear the Face of the Devil" and "How to Die as Heavy as Mount Tai," which both have engaging alpha-beta-omega dynamics, I felt compelled to give this series a chance despite initial reservations.
The beginning of the series lacked a solid foundation, with one-dimensional characters and weak action sequences. The battles felt illogical and unconvincing, despite being set in a supposedly futuristic world. While the science fiction aspect wasn't fully utilized, and the scientific explanations were weak, the inclusion of rape, sexism, and same-sex flirtation did not redeem the series for me. Moreover, the sexual content, which was supposedly a highlight, was disappointing. A compelling plot and character development were sorely needed.
To begin with, the science was questionable. A spoiler follows:
In preventing omegas, it would've been simpler to surgically remove glands responsible for hormone secretion and provide supplementary hormones. With science fiction, such procedures might leave minimal traces. However, the characters opt for medication, which the protagonist is unaware of being an omega. Ensuring consistent daily intake without explanation is challenging, especially considering the homemade nature of the drug with no clinical trials or safety monitoring.
The mother's failure to inform her son about his condition was glaring. Her character was shallow and undefined, further adding to the disconnect. Unexplained pet ownership, considering potential allergies and disobedience, added another inconsistency.
The plot hole with the "dog" sneaking past a scanner by disguising itself as a white sweater was implausible, as scanners typically detect living organisms, not colors. Even with this absurdity, I initially tried to overlook it as magical elements. However, the battle scenes were where the series lost me.
When the enemy general captured the protagonist's ship, no casualties ensued, deflating any tension. General Rosen's miraculous save without losses undermined the stakes. It seemed illogical for the enemy to engage in such a futile visit. Proper planning and precautions were missing, turning the encounter into a comical escape.
The battle descriptions were inadequate, leaving me wanting for thrilling action. Military stories without action sequences feel incomplete.
The flashback to 19 years ago exposed another issue. Ling Yu's intelligent anticipation of his medication's failure was commendable, but Rosen's subsequent rape and marking of Ling Yu undermined any trust. Ling Yu chose imprisonment over becoming an omega, and Rosen's actions betrayed their friendship. Rosen's actions as a general were irresponsible and selfish, further harming his character.
Ling Yu's escape, despite his high-ranking, was unrealistic, with no mention of tracking devices or futuristic monitoring. The plot holes and shallow characters made the series feel derivative and unoriginal.
In conclusion, I cannot find the same appeal others have found in this series. The lack of coherent plot, logic, and character development make it difficult to appreciate. It appears to be a polarizing choice, but based on my experience, there's little to recommend at this point.
