I Was Reincarnated as a Disgraced, Bottom-Ranked Noble in a Magic Academy Where Strength Matters, but Using Game Knowledge, I Rose to the Top and Ended Up with a Strong Harem!

One day, I realized that I had been reincarnated into my favorite game, Glorious Knights, as the character I hated the most—Weiss. Weiss was the heir to a count’s family, but he had received the dud skill Superweight, which made him prone to gaining weight. Because of this, he fell into ruin, becoming a pe*verted creep despised by all the heroines. In the end, he succumbs to darkness, turns into a demon, and meets a tragic fate at the hands of the hero. However, I knew something others didn’t—that Weiss, after turning into a demon, was one of the most powerful characters in the game. I also knew the true power of Weiss’s dud skill, Superweight. I thought to myself, ‘If I use Superweight to steal the hero’s princess rescue event, maybe I can avoid getting killed.’ So, I decided to stop my evil deeds and, using my game knowledge, aim for the top rank in the magic academy where strength is everything, to defeat the great demon that would turn me into a demon. Then, for some reason, the favorability of all the heroines who hated me skyrocketed, and the strongest harem was born.”

Original Publisher

Unknown

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on I Was Reincarnated as a Disgraced, Bottom-Ranked Noble in a Magic Academy Where Strength Matters, but Using Game Knowledge, I Rose to the Top and Ended Up with a Strong Harem! ### First Impressions Okay, let's be real, the title alone is a mouthful, isn't it? It pretty much lays out the entire premise, which can be a bit of a turn-off or a huge selling point, depending on what you're looking for. I went in expecting a fairly standard isekai power fantasy, and honestly, that's largely what I got. ### What Works Well The core appeal here is the wish fulfillment. Our protagonist, armed with game knowledge, navigates the challenges of a magic academy, levels up, and, as the title suggests, attracts a harem of strong female characters. The "fat to fit" trope is present, which, while not always my favorite, is handled decently enough here. There's a certain satisfaction in watching him overcome his initial disadvantages and rise through the ranks. It's a classic underdog story with a magical twist. I also appreciated the caring nature of the protagonist; it made him more relatable than some other overpowered leads I've encountered. ### Areas of Concern While the wish fulfillment is enjoyable, the story does fall into some common isekai pitfalls. The plot can feel predictable at times, and the character development outside of the protagonist can be a bit shallow. If you're looking for groundbreaking narrative or complex characters, this might not be your cup of tea. I personally found the pacing to be a bit uneven; some arcs felt rushed, while others dragged on longer than necessary. It's not a story that demands deep thought or analysis; it's more of a light, escapist read. ### Final Verdict "I Was Reincarnated as a Disgraced, Bottom-Ranked Noble in a Magic Academy Where Strength Matters, but Using Game Knowledge, I Rose to the Top and Ended Up with a Strong Harem!" is exactly what it says on the tin. If you're in the mood for a straightforward isekai with a likeable protagonist, power progression, and a harem, you might find it enjoyable. Just don't expect it to reinvent the genre. It's a decent time-killer, perfect for when you want to switch your brain off and enjoy a bit of fantasy escapism.