I Was Banished From the S-rank Party for Being “Useless”, so I Decided To Make My Own Strongest Companions Using [Appraisal] and [Healing Magic] -Before I Noticed, I Was Being Loved by the S*aves and Empresses Who Helped Me and Became the Strongest in the World!

(Current Name) Sランクパーティーを「無能」だと追放されたけど、【鑑定】と【治癒魔法】で成り上がり無双 / (Old Name) Sランクパーティーに「役立たず」と追放されたので、【鑑定】と【治癒魔法】で自分だけの最強の仲間を作ることにします　～気づいたら助けた奴隷や女帝たちから溺愛されて世界最強になっていました～ · Original Japanese title

Also known as: (Current Name) I was kicked out of the S rank party for being incompetent, but I became a warrior with [Appraisal] and [Healing magic], (Current Name) S-Rank Party wo Munou da to Tsuihousareta kedo, "Kantei" to "Chiyu Mahou" de Nariagari Musou, (Current Name) Sランクパーティーを「無能」だと追放されたけど、【鑑定】と【治癒魔法】で成り上がり無双, (Old Name) I was banished from the S-Rank party as "useless", so I decided to make my own strongest companions with [Appraisal] and [Healing magic] -When I noticed, I was loved by the slave and empress who helped me and became the strongest in the world, (Old Name) Sランクパーティーに「役立たず」と追放されたので、【鑑定】と【治癒魔法】で自分だけの最強の仲間を作ることにします　～気づいたら助けた奴隷や女帝たちから溺愛されて世界最強になっていました～

By hiru andon, hiruandon, 昼行燈

★★★★★ 2.8 50 ratings

japanese Web Novel

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First Impressions

Okay, that title is quite a mouthful, isn't it? Going in, I had a pretty good idea of what to expect: a betrayed protagonist, a harem, and some wish fulfillment. And, well, the novel delivers on that front. It's a classic setup: our MC gets the boot from his S-rank party, only to discover he was OP all along. He then sets out to build a new, even stronger group of companions, attracting the attention of powerful women along the way.

What Works Well

For some, the story offers a simple, enjoyable experience. If you're looking for a straightforward power fantasy with a kind-hearted protagonist, this might scratch that itch. I can see the appeal of an MC who uses his healing abilities in creative ways and genuinely wants to help people.

Areas of Concern

However, I have some reservations. The MC's "no kill" policy, while seemingly noble, leads to frustrating situations where villains are spared, only to cause more problems later. It feels like a disservice to the narrative when this pacifism results in others suffering. The character development, particularly with the female leads, also feels rushed. Characters seem to fall for the MC quickly, without much depth or believable interaction. This makes the harem aspect feel shallow and unearned. The plot is also quite simplistic and at times illogical, with events unfolding in ways that strain credibility.

⚠️ Spoiler Warning

Some readers have pointed out specific instances where the MC's actions have negative consequences, such as allowing his former party members, who committed serious crimes, to go free, which then escalates the situation. The MC's interactions with a former slave character are also questionable, as he doesn't seem to take steps to truly free her, despite claiming to dislike the idea of slavery.

Final Verdict

"I Was Banished From the S-rank Party..." has the potential to be a fun, escapist read, but it's bogged down by a simplistic plot, shallow character development, and frustrating choices made by the protagonist. If you're a fan of the genre and willing to overlook these flaws, you might find some enjoyment here. However, if you're looking for a more nuanced and well-developed story, this might not be the best choice. Ultimately, I'd say it's a 2.5/5. A decent time-killer, but nothing groundbreaking.

Synopsis

In this world, [skill] possession is very rare. It was expected to be a capable skill, but the S rank party, Silver Wings, judged Nigris to be incompetent with his appraisal skill that could measure abilities. The S-rank party, who could only see the appraisal skill, cursed Nigris as a parasite and banished him. However, his essence is the knowledge and experience he has cultivated through his appraisal skills. He thought of his friends more than anyone else and worked hard to keep them alive with his healing magic. The stronger his feelings, the more effective the magic. Thanks to this characteristic, Nigris had become a healer who could heal injuries in an instant. He decides to use his appraisal skills to create a party where he can think about and trust his friends, rather than a party that treats friends as s*aves and discards them like his previous party. Nigris, who can see potential, gradually gathers talented people and creates the strongest party that has no equal.

I Was Banished From the S-rank Party for Being “Useless”, so I Decided To Make My Own Strongest Companions Using [Appraisal] and [Healing Magic] -Before I Noticed, I Was Being Loved by the S*aves and Empresses Who Helped Me and Became the Strongest in the World!

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