Kono Sekai ga Izure Horobu Koto wo, Ore dake ga Shitteiru: Monster ga Arawareta Sekai de, Shinimodori Level Up
Only I Know the World Is Ending and Getting Killed by Rampaging Beasts Only Makes Me Stronger

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7.4/10

God, looping stories are like crack to me and there needs to be more. However, this trope massively depends on the plot and characters more than any other genre as it can become anticlimactic or frustrating simply because of the buildup.

To note on this manga’s twist and take on the looping trope, it follows the basic plot line and isn’t anything ambitious. There’s also not much wiggle room for a diverse goal, but that’s most system stories nowadays — to survive. Although the plot/story isn’t the best or the most original, it’s still enjoyable, and you can’t really knack it for following a successful ... formula by the predecessors like Re:zero.

Oh man, the characters are human with a human mental state. What do I mean by this? Well, most readers love a detached from reality mc that overcomes the mental barrier of killing and the reality of death instantly; to shatter that expectation, I’ve noticed that only Japanese authors care enough to write a realistic human mc. Of course, internal conflict isn’t the most enjoyable read as anyone would prefer gore + bloody fight scenes over mental struggles, it does add opportunities for development of not only the mc but the side characters as well. All in all, don’t expect “useful” characters as they will probably need a plot point boosted development.

Deus ex Machina, in other words, when the author suddenly decides to resolve the conflict through a bs scene; yeah, it’s in this manga as looping causes this massive build-up, rushed or not, but the ending isn’t satisfying enough to be worth all the struggles the mc had to endure. Though, I will note that the art makes up for the lackluster writing as it’s still a badass visual, plot armor or not.

Rating this story as a manga is a bit harder since there aren’t many looping tropes in general, but it would be an injustice to say this wasn’t the slightest bit enjoyable or engaging despite its flaws. I’d give it a shot, but if you don’t enjoy the realer side of characters, then I’d steer far away from this as it would only be frustrating.

Reading Rankings (Portnoy inspired & A Huang Teizan Original)
10 – God’s penmanship
9 – Must-read. Drop everything else.
8 – Instant bookmark
7 – Entertaining
6 – Good to pass time
5 – Why are you reading this?
4 – Bad.
3 – Typical garbage.
2 – My head hurts.
1 – Retirement is a thought.
0 – “Did they even give you a story?!”

This RPG game like manga combines the elements of fantasy, adventure, and drama to create a captivating story for readers. It contains richly developed characters, intricate world-building, and an immersive plot that takes the reader on a journey filled with twists and turns. The artwork is definitely high-quality, complementing the storytelling and helping to bring the world to life, especially the realistic drawing of the monsters. Even though the characters are richly developed, some could be more worked out, so that they appear to be more well-rounded in the eye of the reader.

The main character reacts to a situation based on their personality, background, and ... experiences. His response will be shaped by their beliefs, values, and emotions, as well as their thoughts and feelings at the moment, but in the story this is not very clear. For example, if a character is faced with a dangerous situation, they might react with fear and anxiety if they are naturally timid. On the other hand, if the same character is confident and brave, they may react with determination and a willingness to face the challenge head-on. But our main character constantly runs away. It's important to consider the character's motivations, goals, and desires when writing their reactions to a situation. However, the character's main goal is unclear, and maybe it will unfold in the upcoming volumes.

Overall, this mange is a great choice for fans of the genre who enjoy exploring fantastical worlds and following characters as they embark on epic quests. They are also a great option for those who want to experience the thrill of an RPG adventure without having to play a video game. Whether you're a seasoned fan of RPGs or new to the genre, this story can provide hours of entertainment. So, I highly recommend this series. One sidenote, as I am reading it in Japanese, I think it is very readable. I quickly finished this manga and I can't wait for the second volume.

It was a good mix of Solo Leveling and Re:Zero. It had great potential and world building in the beginning but it seems the author decided to throw it all away at mid-point and rush it like crazy to an unsatisfying and unexplained ending. Nowadays, it seems good art quality mangas often tends to be disappointing story-wise.

It's a good read nonetheless but disappointing. You can read it for the journey and occasional fan service.

Hopefully the author will take a lesson from this and start a new title where story will be the main flair, not fancy art dragging readers.