The Main Heroines are Trying to Kill Me - Reviews

Honestly, I have no idea why anyone would bother reading this. It's a supposed villain story, but it leans more towards tragedy, and I find it hard to enjoy. The only parts I genuinely appreciate are those involving Kania.

The plot is predictable and artificial, with minor inconsistencies that make the author seem inconsistent. For instance, the lack of security at a prestigious auction is unrealistic. It's implausible that someone could just take something without consequences. Then there's the power scaling issue; the MC's stats are unclear, making it nonsensical when they effortlessly defeat a Demon General, only to be defeated themselves without context. Kania's statement about academy equality is illogical, given her regression to the past.

There are bigger problems, like the MC trusting the Sun God. Despite subtle hints in Chapter 25 suggesting untrustworthiness, the Sun God supports a character seeking to harm the hero, which is baffling. It's unclear why the Sun God insists on using the False Evil System (FES), especially since it doesn't seem to serve a rational purpose. If the goal was to save lives, including his own, that would make more sense. The fact that the FES allows him survival by reviving him after the conflict is strange, bringing up the topic again.

Additionally, I personally dislike the bleak nature of the story. I prefer villain-centric narratives where the MC has some agency and doesn't suffer constant setbacks.推荐你阅读《尽管被当作反派追杀，但所有女主角都站在我这边》（注意：我其实不太喜欢这部作品，也许我指的是《反派的日记——女主角的心碎历程》，那里的主角更快乐，不必沉浸在主角不愉快的生活里。或者你可以试试《反派想要活下去》，听说主角的感情线不太如意，不过我不打算花三百章去见证主角的感情受挫。

Someone mentioned the stark contrast between good and evil, but I disagree. The MC serves as a clear example, though I assume they were referring to the nobility, which is common in novels. Even so, there are instances where the story acknowledges shades of grey.

That's my take on it.

The narrative style of this author is quite dramatic, with clear intentions that drive the protagonist's actions. However, the author tends to exploit pathos by making the main character appear pitiful and others feel immense guilt. While this technique can be effective, it becomes excessive and exaggerated, detracting from the story.

The protagonist, portrayed as an unexpectedly benevolent figure, endures as a low-tier villain solely to save the world. Despite maintaining a facade of evil, he secretly battles health issues due to his good deeds, causing him to shed tears and struggle internally. His situation borders on melodrama, with his physical decline and looming disgrace adding to the sorrow.

The heroines, initially misled by his "false" villainy, gradually uncover his true nature and are overwhelmed with exaggerated guilt. The author goes to great lengths to create reasons for the heroines' remorse, often resorting to contrived situations to amp up the drama. The protagonist's vulnerability is exaggerated to evoke sympathy and guilt from those around him.

However, the reliance on guilt and tears from multiple female characters starts to feel repetitive and undermines the storytelling. As the number of such instances increases, it raises concerns about the quality of the writing. The translation occasionally draws attention to emotionally charged lines, enhancing the overly dramatic effect.

In terms of plot, the novel shines, with a well-crafted mystery that unfolds incrementally, leaving readers intrigued. The undercurrent of despair and uncertain future provides a dark backdrop. On the other hand, the romance aspects suffer from the heavy-handed drama. Although the author attempts character growth beyond superficial guilt, it can be challenging to distinguish genuine affection from guilt-driven dynamics.

As the novel progresses, the focus shifts towards more mature themes, including intimate scenes, which dominate the latter half. Overall, while the plot is commendable, the excessive drama and reliance on guilt detract from the romance, making it a mixed bag.

The setup with the system is quite intricate, and the constraints imposed can be overwhelming at times. The heroines' behavior can be grating, but the author skillfully balances it by revealing the truth just when it keeps the reader engaged. Kania stands as the top choice, followed closely by Serena. The revelation of Clana felt contrived but necessary, as she was starting to lose appeal. However, Ferloche's reveal was confusing due to her quirky nature and being the last main heroine to uncover the truth.

Overall, it might be a bit excessive for some tastes, and personally, I find it difficult to proceed. I understand that others might enjoy it though.

It appears that there's a unexpectedly large number of masochists frequenting this site. Why am I making that claim? Well, one must possess a certain masochistic inclination to read this particular story – simple as that. Surprisingly, despite its content, the story has garnered an impressively high rating.

Essentially, the entire narrative can be summed up as a convoluted tale, where the main character (MC) is a hamster trapped in a "system" metaphorically equivalent to a cage. The MC initially completed a villainous path to unlock a 'New Game+' (NG+) version. However, the reason they strive for NG+ is to access a system that's supposed to guide them towards a so-called Golden Ending.

The catch is that the MC isn't alone; the other five characters, who are the heroines, are fully aware of the events from the initial route. This puts the MC back on the villain track, constrained by a system that constantly hampers them with penalties while offering resources they lacked before.

The issue lies in how these resources are used primarily to evade the heroines actively seeking to harm him. As a result, the MC becomes even more restricted than before, akin to a challenging Pokemon Nuzlocke experience.

Some reviewers argue that fans of angsty and dramatic narratives would enjoy this, and they're not wrong. The story is riddled with tragedy and drama, punctuated by occasional introspective moments. However, these moments feel artificial and contrived, given that the MC's suffering could've been avoided if they weren't执着 on reaching the Golden Ending through the whims of a seemingly manipulative system.

In essence, to appreciate this novel at its highest level, one must embrace the masochistic nature of the storytelling.