Conquering Hero’s Heroines

A man who was playing a game in Japan, dies of cardiac arrest. In the brink of death, he was requested a favor by the Goddess of the eroge he was playing. “After defeating The Great Demonic Lord, please save the world from the tyranny of the Hero.” With his knowledge of the current era and his summoning arts, this is a story of a man who steals the heroines of the hero. The villain reincarnates, tries his best with domestic affairs, research cheats, and captures the heroines.

Original Publisher

alphapolis

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Conquering Hero’s Heroines "Conquering Hero's Heroines" certainly has a title that might mislead you, and I went in with a bit of trepidation. However, after delving into the story, I found a blend of interesting concepts and some execution issues that make it a mixed bag. ### First Impressions The premise is intriguing. Our protagonist is reincarnated into a villainous role in a world resembling an eroge game. Instead of following the game's script, he aims to prevent a disastrous future caused by a less-than-ideal hero. His approach involves "conquering" the heroines before the hero can, but not in the way the title might suggest. It's more about diverting them from a destructive path. I was initially worried about NTR themes, but thankfully, that's not the focus here. ### What Works Well The kingdom-building and economic aspects are definitely highlights. The MC uses his modern knowledge, particularly his background as a banker, to solve problems and improve the kingdom. The idea of him summoning "trash" from modern Japan and repurposing it is quite creative and adds a unique flair. I appreciate the lighthearted tone and the fact that the MC isn't an overpowered character from the start. He relies on his intellect and the support of others, like his influential grandfather, to achieve his goals. The story feels like a blend of fantasy and slice-of-life, with a focus on problem-solving rather than just combat. ### Areas of Concern One of the major criticisms I noticed is the pacing and chapter length. Many find the chapters too short, leading to a lack of development within each one. This can make the story feel slow and fragmented. Additionally, some feel that the initial character development of the heroines falls flat, with many feeling they start off as unlikeable. The MC's quick acceptance of his situation, as well as his grandfather's unquestioning belief in his story, can feel a bit forced and detract from the story's realism. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers have mentioned specific plot points, such as the MC introducing certain modern "innovations" to the world. Be aware that reading further reviews might reveal more details about the story's progression. ### Final Verdict "Conquering Hero’s Heroines" has potential, especially if you enjoy kingdom-building, economics, and a protagonist who uses his wits rather than brute force. However, be prepared for short chapters, a somewhat slow pace, and potentially shallow character development in the early stages. It's a decent read, but it might not fully deliver on the expectations set by its title. I'd give it a cautious recommendation, suggesting you read a few chapters to see if it clicks with your preferences. I'm settling on a 3.5/5 for this one.