Saint of Black Kite~ The Banished Healer Masters Dark Magic with Abundant Magical Power

In the selection ceremony where the Goddess bestows people their classes, Russell was given the class called [Saint], a high-tier class, and formed a party with his childhood friends whose classes are [Hero], [Holy Knight], and [Sage]. However, due to his class is not compatible with the party, Russell was eventually expelled. As he disappointingly goes back to his hometown, Russell found a beautiful woman being attacked by a monster and decided to help. To Russell, this fateful encounter brings him—-

Original Publisher

overlap

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Saint of Black Kite~ The Banished Healer Masters Dark Magic with Abundant Magical Power Okay, let's dive into "Saint of Black Kite." I went in with some mixed expectations after seeing how others felt about it. It seems like this novel has a bit of a love-it-or-hate-it vibe, and honestly, I can see why. ### First Impressions Initially, the premise is pretty standard fare: the hero gets kicked out of the party, discovers hidden powers, and proves everyone wrong. It's a trope we all know and sometimes love. I was hoping for a fresh take, and in some ways, the story delivers... but not consistently. The accelerated growth aspect is definitely present, and the early chapters do a decent job of setting the stage. ### What Works Well What I appreciated most was the potential subversion of the typical revenge-driven narrative. The main character isn't consumed by bitterness, which is a nice change of pace. Some readers praised his more caring nature and found it refreshing, particularly compared to other protagonists in similar stories. Also, the concept of a healer mastering dark magic is inherently interesting, and the abundant magical power aspect is enticing. Some readers even found the alternative POV with the old party members more entertaining, which is a testament to the author's world-building. ### Areas of Concern However, the execution seems to falter for many, myself included. A recurring criticism is the MC's character development, or lack thereof. Several readers felt he was too passive, even to the point of being a "beta" character with no real drive. I noticed that the early likeability of the MC fades for some, especially after certain plot points. Some readers felt that the plot becomes generic and the pacing becomes slow. Also, some readers feel that the "saint" aspect of his character isn't developed enough and that the world development is lacking. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers have expressed negative views about the introduction of the childhood friend back into the story, and the forced introduction of a goddess character, noting that it detracts from the original plot. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Saint of Black Kite" is a mixed bag. While it offers a potentially interesting twist on a well-worn trope, the execution seems to stumble in the later arcs. The protagonist's character development feels inconsistent, and the plot loses its initial momentum. It has its moments, and some readers will undoubtedly enjoy the ride, but it ultimately falls short of its potential. I'd recommend approaching this novel with cautious optimism.