Hey guys, Reigokai here.
Been a while since I have done one of this. It is because I have pretty important announcements to make.
First of all, let’s begin with the bad news…
I am not feeling QualiA… Yeah, I actually said it. I am the type of guy that has pretty flexible tastes. The story of World Reformation, I enjoyed it a lot even when I knew not many shared the same opinion. I even translated it all and it was a heck lot of fun.
Sadly, I don’t feel that same ‘umph’ from QualiA anymore. More so when the chapters are failing to portray Makoto as the veteran he is supposed to be. Yes, he does say some smart stuff, but his actions simply don’t match his experience.
I would have liked if this had been a battle where the MC actually made preparations but the overwhelming power of a God trumped all preparations he made in ways humanly impossible to prepare for, showcasing how hopelessly difficult it would be to reach God levels and defeat them. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case. It felt really strange how the author seems to be trying to avoid Makoto from actually acting at all. And I am not talking about story wise, but the way the story is told is somehow telling me that the author simply doesn’t know how to shape Makoto in the world, as if he himself is wary of using Makoto. I feel like it wasn’t the God that was restraining Makoto, but the author itself.
In short, this may not be my style, but I have to say with vexation…that I have to drop QualiA. I simply don’t feel the author will surpass my expectations. The author tried to hype up the battle, yet barely even showed anything new about Makoto. Instead, he showed how flawed he is in basic preparation. It wasn’t Godly intervention, I think a regular intelligent person could have trumped Makoto, that’s how lacking it was.
As an author, I would have at least first showed how powerful a character can be (since that’s how he was introduced), then show that all those measures mean nothing to Gods. Of course, the author did try, but he ultimately failed and I feel it won’t be going above it. It is truly a vexing feeling.
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Now for the good news. I actually had a story I wanted to translate beforehand, and maybe some remember I mentioned it before. But because a translator had taken it, I decided on pulling my hand from it. I have now decided that I will be taking in under my wing!
I am talking about Maou-sama, Retry!
Oono Akira, a working adult that can be found anywhere was transported to a different world while logged into a character known as the “Demon Lord” in a game he manages. There he meets a child with a disabled leg and they begin to travel together, but there’s no way that others will leave a “demon lord” with such overwhelming strength alone.
While being targeted by countries and saints that are trying to subdue the demon lord, they cause turmoil wherever they go.
Demon lord on the outside, normal person on the inside, a misunderstanding type fantasy!
I know there’s already a translation for it, but the latest chapter was 4 months ago. I will be translating from chapter 1 without using the other translation as referrence. Not because I want to treat it as it doesn’t exist, I actually invite you to go read it, but I want to enter into the names and keywords in the story and actually get familiar with the writing.
I read a bit of it, and I could tell immediately that it was more difficult to translate than the ones I have done before, so it does take a bit of getting used.
Here is the website for the other translator: https://www.blobtranslations.com/demon-lord-retry/
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I know this was incredibly sudden, but this is something I have felt since a few chapters back. And I honestly waited for the big climax of the arc to see if it would change my vision, and the latest chapter was the clincher that cemented it.
Dropping a series was a difficult decision. I actually treat the stories I take under my wing like my children, and the ones that know me for a long time would know this. I get really into the story and enjoy them a lot. But when I begin to force myself to find something to enjoy from it, I know there’s something wrong.
I am considering on finishing the first arc first before moving onto Maou-sama Retry.
Again, I am truly sorry for this sudden decision, and I hope that you guys will still continue to follow along in my future translation.
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I think the author took too long to allow Makoto to realise that his archenemy is back in play. Part of his lackadaisical attitude can be attributed to Makoto's failure to act in a more decisive way. After all, up to this recent point, no one could stop him (cuz he's OP from his past lives) so he just did his part as and when he felt like it.
Tbh I was finding it hard to continue as well.
Bleh, grammar errors. Trying again.
Part of his lackadaisical attitude can be attributed to that, resulting in Makoto not acting in a more decisive way.
That's quite sad but understandable, the author goofed in handling their main character without convinving reasons for the readers so the feeling of dissatisfaction would only amplify if there are no forthcoming revelation in the future chapters. Maybe in the future, the author could grasp again what made their story enjoyable and we the readers will laugh over the recent chapters. Till then, godspeed, Keijokai.
Super hyped for Maou-sama Retry's WN Trans being handled by you, will look forward to it eagerly like a bunny on the verge of mating season.
Who is Keijokai !?
(pouts)
Just because I was gone for months doesn't mean I'll stop
Blame the mug for this.
lol
Thank you for bringing us the story so far, Reigokai.
On to the next adventure!
Maou-sama Retry!
What happened to you orca!?!? Did you evolve or involve?!?! What happened while i was away collecting blessed mugs to curse!?!?!? Someone tell what happened here aaaaaaaaaaadadsxhehud
Well, you do you Reigo-san.
We the readers will follow with what you decide.
And thx for the hardwork 😁
Sad news, but thanx for tour world Reigo.
Thanks so much for the translations! Until this chapter, I generally liked it. But the old hag getting away left a bitter taste in my mouth. However, I always viewed This makoto as a "what's the point" and would do things "if I have to" kind of guy now. How many lives did he try his hardest everytime? Was his last life where he was all hermit like and taught all that potion stuff? Was that when his view changed from trying to be the change? That's why I was able to accept some of the short comings and explains why he acted how he did sometimes; he was still a good guy.
I was really only reading to find out of his beloved demon lord had also reincarnated. Plus Niva would have made a great waifu.
I rarely stop reading a light novel unless a translator drops or stops. But there are a few where I got really far and just stopped reading cuz it lacked that something, so I understand that reason. I just like to see how stories progress. I like your translations so I will pretty much read anything that you translate and I had never even knew about Maou-sama retry. So I will read what's available for the manga and enjoy your translation when it happens.
Thanks again! *forever waits for Tsuki*
Sorry to hear that, I've really been enjoying this series. Doesn't seem surprising that a god would outsmart him personally. Could you at least try to find someone to take it over? Retry really doesn't seem interesting to me, but have fun with it.
Agreed. I was interested in the whole 'summoned multiple times already' idea but I don't feel any sort of 'drive' that moves the MC. It would be interesting if the author tease a bit about someone he knows from other world, like the 2 female classmate(forgot the name) feels like they know the MC for somewhat a long time but the author never drop a big bomb.
If there is novel that I would recommend is "Saving 80,000 Gold in an Another World for Retirement". One unique concept in the novel is the MC can travel between the 2 world, there is also a 'influence/territory bulding' like Tsuki Ga Michibiku or Isekai Kenkouki.
How good is the WN of that story?
From the manga, it seemed middle-of-the-road to me. Around the same level as my experience with wuxia.
The adventure and concepts were really fun, but couldn't bring myself to like the MC, despite usually being into guile heroes.
It's quite good for me. One interesting concept is that the MC still interact with both world(Earth and the fantasy one). It also focused more on influence building than adventure or fighting. The MC it self isn't overpowered like the only ability she have is teleportation.
That's unfortunate. I actually quite liked this series, more so than WR.
Maybe someone else will pick it back up...
Oh well.
I've read all the available Maou Sama retry manga chapters and it's an okay series, looking forward to reading it.