Zettai Haaremu Sedai no Danshikousei

A middle-aged man, who had been given a one-year life expectancy, agreed to freeze his body in the Arctic Ocean for future treatment. The world he woke up to was a distant future where the ratio of men to women had dramatically skewed.

Original Publisher

kakuyomu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Zettai Haaremu Sedai no Danshikousei Okay, let's dive into "Zettai Haaremu Sedai no Danshikousei." I went in expecting one thing and got something... different. It's a story that definitely tries to stand out from the usual reverse harem trope, but whether it succeeds is a mixed bag. ### First Impressions Initially, the premise hooked me. A guy waking up in a futuristic society with a drastically skewed gender ratio? Sounds like a recipe for some interesting social commentary and maybe a little wish fulfillment. However, my initial excitement waned as I delved deeper. ### What Works Well The world-building is arguably the strongest aspect. The author paints a vivid picture of a dystopian future with bizarre social norms and technological advancements. The idea of a society where a male is an extremely rare commodity is intriguing, and the story definitely explores the potential consequences of that imbalance. The initial setup is definitely interesting and the concept of a cryogenically frozen MC is also a good starting point for the story. ### Areas of Concern The pacing is a major issue. The story crawls along, and it takes a significant number of chapters for anything substantial to happen. I felt like I was wading through a lot of filler before getting to the meat of the plot. Furthermore, despite the "adult" tag, the story seems to shy away from exploring the more mature themes you might expect. The MC's passivity is also a recurring problem. He seems content to simply observe the messed-up society around him without actively trying to change it, which can be frustrating. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, here's where we get into spoiler territory. Apparently, future arcs involve cat-eared terrorists, VR simulations, and even a virtual war. The VR war arc sounds particularly bizarre, with the MC leading a team of gamers to victory. There's also a plot point about the doctor who revived him being killed, which seems to be the catalyst for his desire to destroy the society. ### Final Verdict "Zettai Haaremu Sedai no Danshikousei" has potential, but it's held back by its slow pacing, passive protagonist, and somewhat disjointed plot. The world-building is interesting, but the story needs to pick up the pace and give the MC more agency. If you're looking for a quick and easy reverse harem read, this probably isn't it. However, if you're patient and interested in a more unconventional dystopian story, it might be worth a try. Just be prepared for a slow burn.