The S*ave Merchant Trains in Healing Magic to Avoid Death Flags

The protagonist has reincarnated as the villainous s*ave merchant who exists to be hated in the game! If things continue like this, I’m on the path to destruction – my s*aves will revolt and tear me to pieces! I know, I’ll start practicing recovery magic from a young age and master it, so I can heal myself when I get hurt! It’ll also curry favor with the s*aves, killing two birds with one stone! I don’t know why I’m getting thanked just for healing s*aves to save my own skin! And even though I buy defective s*aves cheap and sell them for a high price, I somehow still receive gratitude instead of condemnation!? What’s going on here!? The protagonist is the Hero of Light!? Oh, sorry about that, I already preemptively healed you with my healing magic! My bad. *This work does not condone or endorse s*avery in the real world.

Original Publisher

kakuyomu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The S*ave Merchant Trains in Healing Magic to Avoid Death Flags ### First Impressions Okay, so "The S*ave Merchant Trains in Healing Magic to Avoid Death Flags" – that's a mouthful, isn't it? The title alone suggests a wild ride, and honestly, that's pretty much what I got. Going in, I wasn't expecting literary genius, but I was hoping for some fun, and for the most part, it delivered. ### What Works Well The story definitely leans into the "easy-going life" aspect. The protagonist's journey is relatively smooth, and the power progression is, shall we say, generous. It's a lighthearted fantasy romp. I also appreciate the comedy; it’s not laugh-out-loud funny, but it’s enough to keep things entertaining. The MC is undeniably OP, which for some might be a turn-off, but for me, it added to the escapism. The world-building is decent enough to keep you invested, and the healing magic system is interesting. ### Areas of Concern While the lighthearted nature is a strength, it also means the story lacks depth. If you're looking for intricate plots or morally grey characters, this probably isn't for you. I do have to admit that the writing quality isn't the highest, so keep that in mind. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers might be turned off by the protagonist's initial actions regarding relationships. There's a forced engagement element that leads to some questionable choices early on. However, the story does address this and attempts to course-correct later. ### Final Verdict "The S*ave Merchant Trains in Healing Magic to Avoid Death Flags" is what it is: a quick, easy read that's good for a chuckle. Don't go in expecting a masterpiece, and you'll likely enjoy it. It's a fun, if somewhat shallow, dive into a fantasy world with an overpowered protagonist. I'd recommend it if you're looking for something light and entertaining, but be prepared for some potentially frustrating character choices early on. I would give it a solid 3 out of 5 stars.