This MC Is Kickass

While creating her character, the game’s system randomly generated a “unique” name for her. To avoid being recognized by her friends in reality, Shen Jingbin went for broke and made her in-game character look as ugly as possible, turning her into the ugliest character in the game. But who would have thought that these days, even NPCs would judge her based on her looks! What should she do now?! Thankfully, she had enough luck to overturn that. Hidden quests, amazing pets and top quality equipment were all lined up for her taking. Even male gods were offering themselves up to her!…

Original Publisher

xiang5

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on This MC Is Kickass "This MC Is Kickass" promised a fun VRMMORPG romp with a strong female lead, and while it delivered on some fronts, I found myself a bit conflicted overall. It's an easy read, perfect for when you want to switch your brain off, but don't expect a masterpiece. ### First Impressions I was initially drawn in by the premise: a beautiful woman creating an intentionally ugly character in a VR game to gain bonus luck. It sounded like a potentially hilarious and unique setup. The early chapters were entertaining enough, and the interactions between the MC and her brother were definitely a highlight. ### What Works Well There's no denying the appeal of a wish-fulfillment story. The main character, Shen Jingbin, is undeniably lucky, and watching her stumble upon hidden quests and rare items can be quite satisfying. I also appreciated the lighthearted tone and the focus on comedy, even if the humor didn't always land perfectly for me. The male lead is your typical handsome, rich, and skilled gamer, and his instant infatuation with the MC is a classic trope that many readers seem to enjoy. ### Areas of Concern My biggest issue lies with the world-building and the game mechanics. As someone who's played a fair share of MMORPGs, I found the game in the story to be poorly designed and illogical. The VR technology is hand-waved away, and the experience/leveling system seems inconsistent. It often feels like the author lacks a deep understanding of the genre, which can be jarring for experienced gamers. I also felt the story became too repetitive. The MC seems to attract hostility from jealous female characters wherever she goes, both in-game and in real life, and the schemes they concoct against her quickly become tiresome. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers may find the following points to be spoilers. The MC's "ugliness" is more of a plot device than a genuine disadvantage. Her high luck stat, combined with her real-life beauty, martial arts skills, and wealthy background, makes her feel like a Mary Sue. She gets overpowered very quickly without much effort, which can detract from the sense of accomplishment. ### Final Verdict "This MC Is Kickass" is a decent read if you're looking for a light and fluffy VRMMORPG story with a focus on romance and wish-fulfillment. However, if you're a hardcore gamer or prefer more depth and realism, you might find yourself disappointed. I'd give it a 3 out of 5 stars. It's enjoyable enough as a filler, but it's not a novel I'll be raving about anytime soon.