The Great Thief

He had never invested in shares or bought a lottery ticket, and neither did he have any experience in the general business industry. Lu Li found that the only thing he could do was play games. Luckily he had experienced rebirth, and was one step ahead of everyone else. Luckily, games had been developing extremely quickly, and there were many people who had become rich through playing games. In his ‘past life’, he had spent countless nights awake, in grief and anguish. However, although all of this had been washed away, so what…? This life, he was determined to make a fierce counterattack against fate and stand at the very top!

Original Publisher

qidian

English Publisher

webnovel

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on *The Great Thief* *The Great Thief* is a VRMMORPG story with a familiar premise: a protagonist reborn with future knowledge, aiming to save his sister from a dire fate. While the novel has its strengths, particularly in its consistent update schedule and engaging gameplay, it also faces some serious criticisms that kept me from fully enjoying it. ### First Impressions Initially, I was drawn in by the classic VRMMORPG elements. The idea of a character returning to the game with insider knowledge is always intriguing. The early chapters promised a polished experience, hinting at a world with upgradeable equipment and a level-up system that felt reasonably balanced. ### What Works Well Despite some misgivings, there are aspects of *The Great Thief* that I found enjoyable. Many readers appreciated the slice-of-life elements and the protagonist's steady progress. I also liked that the MC isn't portrayed as all-knowing, relying on his teammates' unique skills and insights. The story avoids a harem, focusing on the MC's goal of earning money for his sister's treatment. And the translation quality is generally smooth, making the reading experience pleasant. ### Areas of Concern However, the biggest issue I kept seeing pop up is its heavy reliance on World of Warcraft lore. It seems the author borrows extensively from WoW, and while some readers familiar with the game might enjoy this, others found it uninspired and derivative. I also noticed concerns about the MC's character. While he's presented as someone driven by his sister's illness, his actions sometimes feel contradictory. His handling of money and resources, in particular, raised eyebrows, with some finding him overly generous to a fault. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers have pointed out that the protagonist's priorities sometimes seem misplaced, especially considering his sister's condition. His willingness to distribute funds to teammates, even when it jeopardizes his ability to afford her treatment, has frustrated some readers. ### Final Verdict *The Great Thief* is a decent read if you're looking for a classic VRMMORPG story. However, the uninspired world-building and inconsistent character motivations prevent it from reaching its full potential. I'd recommend it with reservations, especially if you're a fan of WoW and don't mind the similarities. Otherwise, approach with caution.