The Infinite Survival System suddenly appeared on Planet Blue. Those who are chosen are forced to survive in dungeons.
The Survivors can continue to grow stronger if they survive the dungeon missions. However, just one failure and it would be their deaths.
Every Survivor gets a talent. Some talents can boost the Survivor’s agility, and some enhances their luck, while Zhou Chen’s talent was Passive Plunderer. It allows him to plunder the passive skills of the monsters he hunts.
With that talent, Zhou Chen slowly gathers a powerful list of passive skills.
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Infinite Survival: I Can Plunder Passive Skills Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
## My Thoughts on Infinite Survival: I Can Plunder Passive Skills
Alright, let's dive into "Infinite Survival: I Can Plunder Passive Skills." This web novel promised a power-fantasy thrill ride with a system and a protagonist who could steal skills, and while it delivered on some fronts, it stumbled in others. Overall, I found it to be an okay read.
### First Impressions
Initially, I was hooked by the premise. A world where you're thrown into deadly scenarios and need to scavenge for skills to survive? Sign me up! The early chapters had a certain charm, especially with the main character's cautious approach to acquiring new abilities.
### What Works Well
The core concept of skill plundering is definitely a strong point. Seeing the protagonist adapt and grow stronger using stolen abilities was entertaining. The world-hopping aspect kept things relatively fresh, even if the worlds themselves weren't always the most fleshed out. I can see why some readers enjoyed the fast-paced nature of the story; it doesn't drag on unnecessarily, and the author knew when it was time to wrap things up. Also, while some found the MC's average intelligence to be a drawback, I feel it made him more relatable and his smart decisions more impactful.
### Areas of Concern
However, the novel isn't without its flaws. Several things bothered me as I read. The biggest issue, in my opinion, is the inconsistent character development. Some felt that the MC's personality took a nosedive at a certain point, shifting from cautious survivor to arrogant xianxia protagonist. This shift was jarring, and it definitely impacted my enjoyment of the story.
Another area of concern is the lack of depth. The world-building feels superficial, and the characters lack significant development. It's like reading an outline of a potentially great story, but the author never fully fleshed it out. The arcs also feel rushed, as if the author struggled to create meaningful challenges for the protagonist.
### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning
Some readers took issue with the cultivation world arc, feeling it marked a significant decline in the MC's character. There's also mention of the MC neglecting useful skills for aesthetic reasons, which seems counterintuitive for a character focused on survival. The ending also felt rushed to some.
### Final Verdict
"Infinite Survival: I Can Plunder Passive Skills" is a perfectly average read. It's not terrible, but it's not amazing either. If you're looking for a quick and easy power fantasy with a system and don't mind a somewhat inconsistent protagonist and shallow world-building, this might scratch that itch. Just don't expect a masterpiece. I'd say it's worth a try if you're in the mood for some fast-food literature, but keep your expectations in check.