Ore no “Kantei” Skill ga Cheat Sugite – Densetsu no Yuusha o Yomi “Tori” Saikyou e

Mel Lylute, who just turned 15, is called to receive his unique Skill. He then receives… Appraisal… But, this calls the attention of bad people. What will he do?

Original Publisher

kodansha

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Ore no “Kantei” Skill ga Cheat Sugite – Densetsu no Yuusha o Yomi “Tori” Saikyou e Alright, let's dive into "Ore no “Kantei” Skill ga Cheat Sugite – Densetsu no Yuusha o Yomi “Tori” Saikyou e," which, for simplicity's sake, I'm going to call "Appraisal Cheat." It's a mouthful, I know! I went in with relatively neutral expectations, and I've come out with a pretty solid understanding of what this story offers. ### First Impressions Initially, I found myself in familiar territory. The premise is pretty standard fare for the genre: our protagonist, Mel, gets an overpowered appraisal skill and sets off on an adventure. It's the kind of setup that promises action, some lighthearted moments, and the slow accumulation of power. The early chapters do a decent job of establishing Mel's character and the initial stakes, though the world-building felt a little thin at first. ### What Works Well One of the strongest aspects of "Appraisal Cheat" is its readability. The translation is smooth, and I didn't encounter any jarring grammatical errors or awkward phrasing. This made it easy to get lost in the story and just enjoy the ride. Mel himself is a likable protagonist, the kind of hero who fights for his friends and is genuinely curious about the world around him. The plot, while not groundbreaking, keeps things moving at a good pace, and there's a sense of a larger story slowly unfolding in the background, which adds intrigue. The action sequences are well-written and engaging. ### Areas of Concern While the story is enjoyable, it does fall into some familiar traps. The "harem" aspect feels more like ecchi fanservice than genuine romantic development, at least from what I've read so far. The emotional depth of certain scenes also feels somewhat glossed over. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning There is one scene that I feel needs to be addressed with a spoiler warning: The author doesn't spend much time exploring some of the more weighty themes. For example, Slyphy, the childhood friend, willingly loses her memories of her time with the MC to regain earlier memories. The implications of this act, and the existential questions it raises, are not explored in much detail. Similarly, the death of Slyphy's parents is handled rather quickly. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Appraisal Cheat" is a solid, if somewhat generic, fantasy adventure. If you're looking for a lighthearted read with a likable protagonist and an overpowered skill, this might be right up your alley. Just be aware that it doesn't delve too deeply into complex themes, and the harem elements are more suggestive than romantic. I'd give it a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars. It's a fun read, but don't expect it to blow your mind.