The Outcast

Two things fill the mind with ever new and increasing admiration and awe, the more often and steadily we reflect upon them:the starry heavens above me and the moral law within me.—Immanuel Kant. When Xule read these words, he looked up the sky. He felt anger instead of shocked by the words. In Xule’s mind, the stars are so blinding that no one can tolerate them. And if anyone were lighted by the stars they will become idiots. So Xule gave up his dream as a graceful naval commanders auxiliary officer, and now he begin to fall as a pool doorkeeper… He does not even know what he should follow and where he should go in this Great Age of the Spectacular. Xule, a citizen in Eastwood, came from a half-deserted star. With the ingenious and strange knowledge from some unknown power in his body, he stepped into a equally boring and interesting world. JianKe’s world must be so fantastic.

Original Publisher

qidian

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The Outcast "The Outcast" promised a thrilling blend of sci-fi and xuanhuan, and while it delivered on some fronts, I found myself a bit conflicted. The premise, an award-winning story adapted into a drama, immediately piqued my interest, and the initial chapters were certainly intriguing. ### First Impressions The world-building is undeniably a strong point. We're thrown into a future society with mechas, spaceships, and clashing political ideologies. The integration of sci-fi elements into a primarily fantasy setting felt fresh and exciting. I was eager to see how the author, Mao Ni, would weave these elements together. ### What Works Well The sheer scope of the world is impressive. The author clearly put a lot of thought into the political systems and the technological advancements that shape the society. I particularly enjoyed the information dumps that fleshed out the intricacies of this future world. The mecha designs and the descriptions of space travel were vivid and imaginative, drawing me into the story's universe. The blending of sci-fi with a fantasy foundation is definitely a unique selling point. ### Areas of Concern However, I struggled to connect with the characters on a deeper level. Their actions sometimes felt forced, and their motivations seemed rather mundane. The plot, while interesting in its broader strokes, occasionally felt simplistic. I also found the introduction of "young master" archetypes – those arrogant antagonists who always seem to appear at the most inopportune moments – to be a bit tiresome. While the protagonist is intended to be morally upright, his portrayal occasionally felt heavy-handed, lacking the subtlety and nuance I've come to expect from this author. ### Final Verdict "The Outcast" offers a captivating world with a unique blend of sci-fi and fantasy elements. However, the character development and plot execution left me wanting more. While it may not reach the heights of the author's other works, it's still a worthwhile read for those seeking a fresh take on the xuanhuan genre with a sci-fi twist. If you can overlook some of the character shortcomings and appreciate the world-building, you might find yourself enjoying this novel. I'd recommend giving it a try with an open mind, focusing on the grand scope of the story and the unique setting.