An Unconventional Strategy: The Hero Who Returned from Another World Gets Found Out and Roped into Dungeon Raids by His Acquaintances

**The day of the middle school graduation ceremony.** Ren Yuuki was suddenly summoned to another world. — Five years later. Through sheer determination to survive, he became a hero and saved the other world. By defeating the Demon King, he was finally able to return to his original world. “So, a dungeon popped up during the five years I was gone, huh? Well, I’m done with fighting, so it’s got nothing to do with me.” Dungeons. Since they began appearing five years ago, they had brought significant changes to humanity. However, Ren Yuuki, weary from endless battles, showed no interest in them. Instead, he led a carefree life, working part-time and indulging in games. But his former bad friend, who had become a dungeon broker, wasn’t about to leave him alone. “Hey, hey, hey! What’s this, Ren? Your status says ‘Hero Who Returned From Another World’!?” “Oh, don’t worry about it.” “Don’t worry about it!? I absolutely *will* worry!” …To be continued.

Original Publisher

kakuyomu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on An Unconventional Strategy: The Hero Who Returned from Another World Gets Found Out and Roped into Dungeon Raids by His Acquaintances What a mouthful of a title! "An Unconventional Strategy" promised a fun twist on the isekai genre, and while it had moments that piqued my interest, my overall experience was a bit of a rollercoaster. The premise of a hero returning from another world and trying to lay low is inherently appealing, and the "found out and roped into dungeon raids" aspect had me expecting some humorous situations. ### First Impressions Initially, I was drawn in by the idea of an anti-hero protagonist. Someone who’s tired of fighting and just wants to pursue their own passions – in this case, making galge games. That's a refreshingly unique motivation! The cross-dressing element also added a layer of intrigue, hinting at potential comedic mishaps and clever strategies. ### What Works Well The initial concept is undeniably strong. The blend of fantasy elements, dungeon crawling, and the MC's rather unusual goal creates a foundation for a potentially engaging story. The tags themselves are a buffet of popular tropes, and when executed well, these tropes can be incredibly satisfying. I also appreciated the potential for character development, especially in exploring the MC's reasons for wanting to hide his true identity. ### Areas of Concern However, my enthusiasm waned as I delved deeper. The biggest sticking point for me was the MC's inconsistent personality and the convoluted web of lies he spins. It felt like the author was prioritizing plot progression over character consistency, leading to actions that seemed illogical and frustrating. The constant back-and-forth with his disguises and fabricated abilities became tedious, undermining the initial appeal of the premise. If the goal is to avoid attention, the MC seems to be going about it in the most attention-grabbing way possible! This ultimately made it difficult for me to connect with the character and invest in his journey. ### Final Verdict "An Unconventional Strategy" has a lot of potential, but it ultimately falls short due to inconsistencies in the MC's character and a plot that feels unnecessarily convoluted. While the initial premise is intriguing, the execution needs refinement to truly shine. I can't wholeheartedly recommend it, but if you're willing to overlook these flaws, you might find some enjoyment in the unique blend of genres and tropes.