I’m an S-class Knight, and I was Appointed as a Captain of an Elite Unit, but all my Subordinates were Older S-class Female Knights

“Dark Knight Zekudo False. I hereby appoint you as the captain of the Dragon Killer Squad, an elite dragon-hunting unit.” It happened in the Spring when I’m 15 years old. I had wanted to become an S-class knight for so long, but suddenly I was given such an order by the king. I became an S-class knight because I heard that they were popular, but being a captain is such a troublesome position. “You know I have a lot of beautiful women under my command, right?” “I’ll do it!” Thus, I had no choice but to become a captain. When I looked at the unit roster that was given to me, I saw that the unit is consisted of three female knights, including myself, for a total of four members. The two female knights were 17 years old. and the other female knight was 19 years old (my teacher). “Um, …… they are all older than me.” “But they’re all beautiful, you know?” ​“I’ll do my best!” Although I said that. I wonder if they will have any complaints about them being made subordinates to someone as young as me?

Original Publisher

syosetu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on I’m an S-class Knight, and I was Appointed as a Captain of an Elite Unit, but all my Subordinates were Older S-class Female Knights Alright, let's dive into this web novel with a title longer than my grocery list. "I’m an S-class Knight, and I was Appointed as a Captain of an Elite Unit, but all my Subordinates were Older S-class Female Knights" is certainly a mouthful, and honestly, my initial expectations were...tempered. I went in prepared for a wild ride, and well, it delivered, though perhaps not in the way I'd hoped. ### First Impressions My first impression mirrored those of some readers who found the early chapters a bit rough around the edges. The protagonist's initial reactions and motivations felt somewhat juvenile, and I struggled to connect with him. There's a fine line between a perky protagonist and one that comes off as simplistic, and I felt that this story tiptoed dangerously close to the latter. ### What Works Well I will say, the premise itself is undeniably intriguing. The idea of a young knight suddenly put in charge of a squad of powerful, older female knights is ripe with potential for both action and character dynamics. I can see the appeal of the "harem" tag, and the potential for comedic situations is definitely there. I feel that some readers who enjoy lighthearted, wish-fulfillment stories may find something to enjoy here. ### Areas of Concern Honestly, the execution is where I stumbled. The writing style felt a bit immature, and I found myself questioning some of the character interactions. Certain choices in the narrative also struck me as odd, creating moments of disconnect. The story relies heavily on certain tropes, which may appeal to some but felt a bit uninspired to me. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning There were mentions of a scene involving the protagonist's attitude toward women, stating, "As a knight, I could not disrespect a woman." This moment, I felt, hinted at potential issues with character depth and consistency. I won’t delve into specifics to avoid spoiling the story, but I understand why this might be a sticking point for some readers. ### Final Verdict Overall, "I’m an S-class Knight..." is a mixed bag. While the premise is interesting and the potential for fun is evident, the execution leaves something to be desired. It feels like a story still finding its footing, and while it might appeal to a specific audience looking for lighthearted escapism, I personally found it difficult to fully invest in the characters and plot. I'd recommend approaching this one with cautious optimism.