After Starting a Thread as a Reincarnated in an Unknown Otome Game, I Got Caught in a Battlefield of Beauties

Alto Bersac, formerly an Earthling and now a poor noble, died on Earth and reincarnated into a viscount’s family in the world of an otome game called “Spirit User,” bringing with him a massive debt of one hundred million yen. The only thing he brought from his previous life is a smartphone, a reincarnation perk. He repeatedly fails to make contracts with spirits, and after his cheating in an exam is discovered post-admission, he is summoned by the student council president. In desperation, he starts a forum thread titled “【Emergency】Guys, I’ve reincarnated into another world… and my life seems doomed.” Now known as “Itchi,” he asks the forum community for help to survive by using cheap tactics and knowledge about the game’s original plot. This is the story of Itchi, trying to navigate through an unfamiliar otome game world, ending up in the midst of a dramatic showdown involving several beauties.

Original Publisher

kakuyomu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on After Starting a Thread as a Reincarnated in an Unknown Otome Game, I Got Caught in a Battlefield of Beauties Okay, buckle up, because "After Starting a Thread as a Reincarnated in an Unknown Otome Game, I Got Caught in a Battlefield of Beauties" is quite the ride. It's a chaotic blend of reincarnation tropes with a heavy dose of internet humor, and honestly, it's either going to be your cup of tea or leave you scratching your head. ### First Impressions The premise is definitely unique. Our protagonist, Itchi, finds himself reborn into an otome game world he knows nothing about. His saving grace? He can access the internet, but with a twist. He can’t directly search for information about the game. So, naturally, he does what any sane person would do: starts a thread on a forum, hoping for guidance. This is where the story really takes off. ### What Works Well The humor is definitely a strong point. The forum interactions are hilarious, with the online commenters gleefully trolling Itchi, offering terrible advice, and generally reveling in his misfortune. It's the kind of humor that comes from watching someone blunder their way through a situation, amplified by the internet's inherent tendency towards chaos. Itchi’s reliance on bombs as a problem-solving method also adds to the comedic effect. I found myself genuinely laughing at his ridiculous escapades and the even more ridiculous "solutions" he comes up with. ### Areas of Concern While the humor carries the story, I can see how some readers might find the constant trolling and Itchi's frequent failures a bit repetitive or even frustrating. The plot can feel a bit aimless at times, driven more by comedic set pieces than a clear overarching narrative. This might not be a dealbreaker for those looking for lighthearted entertainment, but if you prefer a more structured and serious story, this might not be for you. ### Final Verdict "After Starting a Thread as a Reincarnated in an Unknown Otome Game, I Got Caught in a Battlefield of Beauties" is a fun, if somewhat chaotic, read. If you enjoy internet humor, a protagonist who consistently makes bad decisions, and don't mind a plot that prioritizes laughs over intricate world-building, then you'll probably enjoy this. It's a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars from me – perfect for when you want to switch your brain off and enjoy some lighthearted absurdity.