Death Notice

He is a gifted and intelligent young man. He is a mu*derer that enjoys the bloodshed. He has a split personality disorder, yet his IQ far exceeds that of normal people. He entered a maximum security prison as a young boy, but he made himself a genius by reading extensively in the prison. He has two names. The first one is Qin Lun, the other is Joey. Today will be his execution day…

Original Publisher

zongheng

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Death Notice "Death Notice" definitely grabbed my attention with its edgy premise: a protagonist with a split personality, one side being a serial killer, thrown into a multi-world survival game. The synopsis promised a dark and twisted ride, and while my experience wasn't *exactly* what I anticipated, it was still a journey with some compelling aspects. ### First Impressions Initially, I was hooked. The concept is undeniably unique, a breath of fresh air in a genre often saturated with similar tropes. I was eager to see how the author would handle a protagonist with such a dark duality, how the "serial killer" persona would manifest, and what kind of "art" he would create. However, I quickly realized that the initial chapters are heavy on world-building, with extensive descriptions that, while detailed, felt somewhat disconnected from the main plot. ### What Works Well The world-building, despite its initial infodump feel, does eventually create a unique and intriguing backdrop for the story. The idea of floating islands and mission-based survival is compelling. I also appreciate the anti-hero protagonist. He's not your typical righteous hero, and his internal struggles, even if not always perfectly executed, add a layer of complexity. The story has a great premise and an amazing amount of potential. It's refreshing to see a story that isn't afraid to go dark and explore morally grey characters. The unique setting and the promise of a survival game with high stakes kept me invested, at least for a while. ### Areas of Concern My biggest issue is the inconsistency in the protagonist's characterization. The "split personality" feels more like a convenient plot device than a deeply explored psychological element. The protagonist's actions and motivations sometimes feel contradictory, and his "genius" intellect often manifests as convenient leaps of logic. The power scaling also becomes a concern, as the protagonist remains relatively weak even after hundreds of chapters, leading to a sense that the story may rush towards a rushed ending. Also, there are some translations that are very slow, making it hard to stay interested in the novel. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers have pointed out that the story incorporates elements from other franchises, such as Marvel and Hunter X Hunter, blurring the line between original content and fanfiction. ### Final Verdict "Death Notice" is a mixed bag. It has a strong premise, a unique setting, and an anti-hero protagonist, but it suffers from inconsistent characterization, pacing issues, and questionable plot developments. While I enjoyed parts of the story, I ultimately found myself losing interest due to the aforementioned flaws. I'd give it a cautious recommendation to readers who enjoy dark fantasy with morally ambiguous characters, but be prepared for a potentially bumpy ride. I'm giving it a **3/5**.