Hero? I’ve Long Stopped Being One

Hero? I’ve Long Stopped Being One

WE DO NOT HOST CHAPTERS, DOWNLOADS, SCANS, OR SOURCE FILES FOR THIS TITLE.

This recommendation engine is for book information and recommendations only. The listing is metadata, tags, ratings, and discovery links.

英雄再临 / 英雄?我早就不当了

Original Chinese Title

Also known as: Hero's Return, Hero? I Quit A Long Time Ago, Hero Return, Yingxiong Zai Ling, Yīngxióng? Wǒ zǎo jiù bùdāngle

Additional alternate names are omitted from this static listing.

By 无聊看看天

3.7
Completed chinese Web Novel
Language
chinese
Type
Web Novel
Status
Completed
Chapters
1077 chapters
Original Publisher
sfacg

Description

Accompanied by all kinds of crisis and despair, was the arrival of mankind’s first significant superhero. Under his lead, superheroes emerged in droves. However, after five years of continuous fighting, he disappeared from the people’s eyes.

Tags

Click any tag to find similar novels in the recommendation engine.

Publication Information

Original Publisher
sfacg
Original Language
chinese
Type
Web Novel

Hero? I’ve Long Stopped Being One Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

## My Thoughts on Hero? I’ve Long Stopped Being One Okay, so I dove into "Hero? I’ve Long Stopped Being One" with a healthy dose of curiosity, given its mixed reception. It’s got that overpowered protagonist vibe, mixed with action, comedy, and a sprinkle of harem elements – a combination that can either be a recipe for brilliance or a complete train wreck. I wanted to see which way this one leaned. ### First Impressions Initially, I wasn't entirely sold. The beginning felt a bit slow, and the humor didn't immediately click for me. It's a dry kind of humor, and if you're expecting laugh-out-loud moments from the get-go, you might be disappointed. I can see why some found it repetitive and even boring in the early chapters. I definitely felt that initial lack of tension in the fights, especially since the MC is clearly a powerhouse from the start. ### What Works Well However, I stuck with it, and I'm glad I did. As the story progresses, it definitely picks up steam. The plot thickens, and the character development becomes more pronounced. The initial mystery surrounding why the MC stopped being a hero becomes far more compelling, and the reasons are more complex than initially presented. I also found the satirical take on the superhero genre to be quite clever. It's not every day you find a good Chinese satire novel, and this one definitely has its moments. The world-building, while perhaps not incredibly unique, is entertaining. The overpowered MC, despite the potential for staleness, is handled well, and I appreciated that his personality isn’t completely bland. ### Areas of Concern The humor, as I mentioned, is subjective. While some might find it amusing, others might find it falls flat, bordering on juvenile. If you're not a fan of overused tropes or gags that involve the MC getting beat up by his sister, this might not be your cup of tea. Also, the harem aspect might be off-putting to some, though it seems the MC doesn't take it too seriously. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers mentioned that the MC eventually reveals his "Zero" identity and essentially wipes the floor with his opponents. This seems to be a major turning point in the story, adding a layer of excitement and payoff for those who persevere through the slower initial chapters. ### Final Verdict "Hero? I’ve Long Stopped Being One" is a bit of a mixed bag, but ultimately, I think it's worth a read, especially if you enjoy overpowered protagonists, superhero satire, and don't mind a slow burn. Be prepared for some humor that might not land for everyone, and stick with it past the initial chapters to see if the story hooks you. It's definitely not a masterpiece, but it's an entertaining and engaging read that offers more depth than it initially lets on.

Related Novels

Sendai Yuusha wa Inkyou Shitai

Sendai Yuusha wa Inkyou Shitai

iida k, タピオカ

3.5
actionadventurecomedy

Description coming soon.

World Record

World Record

mori takuwan, 森たくわん

3.5
actioncomedyfantasy

Description coming soon.

My Previous Job was as a Hero. – A Former Hero, Rejected by Both the Princess and His Girlfriend, Is Asked by the Saint to Fight Against the Demon Tribe. Well, as a Humanities College Student, I’ll Show Them What I Can Do Completed

My Previous Job was as a Hero. – A Former Hero, Rejected by Both the Princess and His Girlfriend, Is Asked by the Saint to Fight Against the Demon Tribe. Well, as a Humanities College Student, I’ll Show Them What I Can Do

akimichi toru, 秋道通

3.1
actiondramafantasy

Description coming soon.

The Returned Hero’s Personality is Done For! The Appraisal Skill Brought Back from Another World Evolved into ‘Personal Information Disclosure,’ So He Dominates SNS Battles (※Including Physical) and More

The Returned Hero’s Personality is Done For! The Appraisal Skill Brought Back from Another World Evolved into ‘Personal Information Disclosure,’ So He Dominates SNS Battles (※Including Physical) and More

totsukura hasegawa, 長谷川凸蔵

3.3
actioncomedydrama

Description coming soon.

World Teacher – Other World Style Education & Agent (WN) Completed

World Teacher – Other World Style Education & Agent (WN)

neko kouichi

3.9
actionadventurecomedy

Description coming soon.

The Strongest Guild Master Founded a Nation in a Week Completed

The Strongest Guild Master Founded a Nation in a Week

inoue mitsuru, 井上みつる

3.3
actionadventurecomedy

Description coming soon.

Magical★Explorer

Magical★Explorer

irisu, 入栖

4.0
actionadventurecomedy

Description coming soon.

Perfect World Completed

Perfect World

chen dong, 辰东

3.7
actionadventurecomedy

Description coming soon.

Virtual World: Peerless White Emperor

Virtual World: Peerless White Emperor

shifou keyi liuxia, would it be possible to stay, 是否可以留下

4.3
actionadventurecomedy

Description coming soon.

So What If It’s an RPG World?

So What If It’s an RPG World?

qiye kai wen, 七夜凯文

3.6
actionadventurecomedy

Description coming soon.