Reincarnated As An Ogre, I’m Going To Enjoy Life In This Other World!

Kanegiri Hayato was on the brink of death. His health had always been fragile since childhood and he couldn’t play outside, he spent his elementary, middle, and high school years alone. When he became a university student, he decided to start fresh and give it his all, but just as he was about to turn things around, he learned that he had terminal cancer. At the moment of his death, he prayed to God, wishing that in his next life, he would be born with a strong, resilient body that would never succumb to injury or illness. Then, a voice in his head said: ‘I shall grant your wish.’ The next time he opened his eyes, he found himself in a forest, and to his astonishment, his body had been transformed into that of a monster-an ogre. This is an adventure story where the protagonist, having gained a strong body, sets out to enjoy all the things they couldn’t do in their previous life in another world. *To make the character’s image clearer, the story does include AI-generated illustrations. Please be advised if you are not comfortable with this.

Original Publisher

syosetu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Reincarnated As An Ogre, I’m Going To Enjoy Life In This Other World! This web novel presents an interesting premise: a reincarnated Japanese man, previously plagued by illness, now finds himself as an ogre in a fantasy world. The story follows his journey as Kingil, navigating this new life with newfound strength and, of course, the inevitable harem. While the core idea is appealing, the execution left me with mixed feelings. ### First Impressions The bite-sized chapters are definitely a plus. It makes the story easily digestible, perfect for a quick read during a break. The initial concept of a "beta" protagonist in a fantasy setting also piqued my interest. The idea of someone who's never had the chance to experience life fully getting a second chance with a powerful body is intriguing. ### What Works Well The world-building, focusing on a new location in each volume, provides a good sense of progression. The story delivers on its promise of "wholesome smut." It's lighthearted and doesn't take itself too seriously. The inclusion of illustrations, albeit infrequent, adds a nice visual element, especially for the introduction of new heroines. ### Areas of Concern My biggest issue is the disconnect between the protagonist's supposed ogre identity and his actual behavior. It feels like a missed opportunity to explore the unique aspects of being an ogre. There's little emphasis on his physical differences, stamina, or even how others perceive him as an ogre. He might as well be a human with enhanced strength. Also, the protagonist's passivity in his relationships can be frustrating. He doesn't actively pursue anyone, which might not appeal to readers who prefer a more proactive lead. Finally, the smut scenes, while decent, could benefit from more variety and length. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning There's a mention of a non-consensual scene in volume 3, around chapter 70. Readers sensitive to such content should be aware and consider skipping it. ### Final Verdict "Reincarnated As An Ogre..." is a decent, easy read if you're looking for a light fantasy with some smut and a harem. However, the unfulfilled potential of the ogre aspect and the protagonist's passivity might leave you wanting more. I'd give it a cautious recommendation, leaning towards those who enjoy more relaxed, low-stakes fantasy adventures.