Omelet Endgame

Cooking with Disaster #3

by Dakota Krout

Food is almost plentiful. Round one is coming to an Egg-citing end. Watch out for that double cross.

Nacho and the Chips Guild are expanding rapidly, both in membership as well as reclaiming land for their burgeoning city. The presence of a cook allows people to gather in large numbers without fear of starving to death, though the reluctant Guild Leader knows better than to let people get too comfortable. Careful management of people has never been his forte, but luckily he has surrounded himself with people that can get that job done as he focuses on learning to craft proper meals.

As Nacho begins to find a sense of peace in his life, he is suddenly thrust into a new battle when the CruxTerrans launch a surprise attack. They seize several of Nacho's closest friends and use them to unlock a hidden portal which will determine the fate of Earth as well as CruxTerra. The Guild Leader and his adversaries are thrust into a daunting challenge that neither side is prepared for, testing their abilities… and especially their willpower.

The endgame is in view, and Starvation is on the table.

Genres: Fantasy, Audiobook, Science Fiction, Science Fiction Fantasy, Post Apocalyptic

390 pages, Paperback

First published March 5, 2024

About the author

Author of the best-selling Divine Dungeon, Completionist Chronicles, and Full Murderhobo series, Dakota Krout was chosen as Audible's top 5 fantasy pick of 2017, has been a top 5 bestseller on Amazon, and a top 6 bestseller on Audible.

He draws on his experience in the military to create vast terrains and intricate systems, and his history in programming and information technology helps him bring a logical aspect to both his writing and his company while giving him a unique perspective for future challenges.

Publishing my stories has been an incredible blessing thus far, and I hope to keep you entertained for years to come! -Dakota Krout

Reviews

[Mark · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was eagerly awaiting this book and read it in one day. This is my first foray into this genre but I have to say that I’m really enjoying it. It has a lot of funny, puns, some heartfelt/sinister moments. Another review I read indicated that the characters didn’t have a lot of depth, but that doesn’t bother me… And I’m not sure I agree. I enjoy the leveling up of the main character and trying to determine what are the best use of his abilities as he struggles to be a player, and a leader, by following a super rare build.

Maybe my expectations are different because I don’t normally read these types of books, but as a fan of role-playing games, cooking, and friendships I find this series to be great. I’m eagerly anticipating the next book.

The final book in the series is rushed and doesn’t have the same development as the first two. The introduction of a key power player is glossed over and mostly ignored. I hope there is a future trilogy as there is lots to resolve…I eagerly await!

[Jacqueline · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish there was more to this. Just a trilogy??? Nooooooo lol I think I've discovered another favorite author over here 😁😁😁😁 on to the next one!

[Cmoore · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a hella action-driven pedal-to-the-metal fanale to this dynamite trilogy. I even found myself holding my breath at times as we neared the ending to the fantastic tale! As Nacho and his gang started out on the new quest the game had given them. Nacho was confused as to why his nummy gyros brimming full of wormy meat wasn't received with an ovation! But as the quest began, they learned that they would be fighting crossterrans in a zero-sum game. Finishing in a battle Royal!
Y'all gotta go get this fantastic trilogy! Better yet get the audiobook because MacLeod Andrews is absodamnlutely one of the best narrators out there! And I could tell that he enjoyed reading this to us as well. So get this fantastic match up. As MacLeod Andrews takes Dakota Krout's words and makes magic!!!

Here's a few of the quotes that amused me:

"That could be more beautiful than the radioactive glow of the factories lining the swampy rivers as industrialization reached new heights?

"...rolling open a filing cabinet the color of boredom."

“No. I can’t. Well, I can, but won’t. Maybe I should, but I shorn’t.”

[David Lumsden · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great finale. I really did not expect the ending even though I'm sure others can predict better! Action packed end and clean humour.

To put feedback to author after reading the series, the last book had several noticeable spelling, grammatical, or wrong words used which must have been missed in proofreading. I didn't note thus so much in the 1st 2 books. Also, as a non-American, I struggled on a few occasions to reconcile the phrase 'could care less' with the fact it probably should have been 'could not care less'.

Altogether, another enjoyable series from Dakota.

[Daniel · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is such a fun series! I'm not sure if there will be more books but I'd read them if there were more. This series has a positive similarity to the dungeon crawler Carl series but much more PG rather than the much more brutal and complex series but that honestly makes it really nice. This series deserves a 4.5 instead of 4 and I highly recommend it.

[Clinton Stanturf · Rating 5 out of 5]

so I really enjoyed the overall series it was a lot of fun definitely worth checking out. The ending on this one was a little bit weird I'm not sure if the series is going to continue or if there's going to be spin-offs or what but other then that uncertainty it's definitely a series to check out.

[Danny Moody · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good conclusion. It worried that the ending would feel rushed but the events that lead up to the conclusion made sense. The characters were the highlights of the series. The story was entertaining and humorous.

[Bethany Holt · Rating 5 out of 5]

My only complaint of this book.... I want more! Can't believe this is the end of the cooking adventure!

[Cassidy Crawford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can't wait for the next trilogy! Right up my alley.

[Andy Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omelet Endgame

Live in the Juxtaposition is looking better. The guild situation has been resolved and it seems that Nacho and the Chips can get back to preparing for the future. Nacho has a handle on some of his cooking. Not so much with some other recipes. That was when the Cross humans made the first move.

This dark litrpg still keeps it fun with Dakota’s punny humor. There were some great small adventures before the main story kicks in. The main characters are the life blood of the series, but all of the other characters are fantastic as well. Another character is introduced and I just wish we could have had more time with them. I do hope Dakota revisits this IP. There are so many stories that could be told here. Andrews does a great job with narration.

Content Warning: cannibalism

[Jack Vinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

The final book of an odd LitRPG series from a favored author. The setup is the magic and abilities comes from food and drink - and you can end up starving to death, if you aren’t careful. In the previous two books, this was more theory than actually seen. But here, it becomes reality. …

And I’m not that sure I liked it. Or maybe the long slog of battle wasn’t as satisfying to me, when he end result was character dying of starvation, instead of through their actions. I did appreciate the conclusion and a lot of the build up.

[Andy Zach · Rating 4 out of 5]

Author Dakota Krout closes the series with a slam bang finish: our favorite guild, led by Satiationist (cook) Eli "Nacho" Naches, battles level 2 and 3 monsters, a necromancer with a hoard of zombies, and the dreaded 'CrossHumans' with crosses as pupils. They're from another universe, which our heroes invade.

Nacho cooks up a storm while his friends kick butt.

Mr. Krout avoids a cliched ending with one most readers won't expect.

Enjoy! It will be delicious!

[Shae · Rating 4 out of 5]

So this was the end of the trilogy, but this can't be where the author is planning to end this series. Some fairly major characters were introduced that I feel like need to be explored more, and there's going to be a round 2. Not sad about where it's ended for now, but it's definitely not all wrapped up.

[Brian Layman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a good book 3 in a trilogy. It does a very good job of concluding the current storylines, provides more information about the world in general, adds to the existing interpersonal narrative and sets things up for a possible next series in this universe. It leaves you wanting more.

[Carolyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I just finished and I can honestly say Wow.
Did not expect the ending, I am not sure where it is going next. Will the next stay with Eli? Or will we get a new front line crew? I can't wait to find out.

“No. I can’t. Well, I can, but won’t. Maybe I should, but I shorn’t.”

best line ever.

[Paul · Rating 3 out of 5]

It really felt like Dakota did not know where he was going with this series until the last 3-4 chapters of the last book. I enjoyed the idea of the MC and the boon that let him experience the world before it really arrived. Games where food is a requirement I have hated since the days of Ultima.

[Michael Barselow · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book took a hard right turn at the end, not really sure what is happening in the story, but I am willing to pick up the next one when it drops.

[Vintagebooklvr · Rating 2 out of 5]

2 1/2 stars. The ending is satisfying but the rest of the book just didn't have the appeal of the rest of the series.

[Lindsay · Rating 3 out of 5]

More than slightly disappointed in this ending.

[Scrapper InLa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rushed. No idea what the outcome really is in this trilogy. I do not believe another is planned, but it is needed.
Color me confused and disappointed

[Patrick Young · Rating 4 out of 5]

4* kids (11 and 8) love this series!! I also enjoyed it and it’s nice there is no bad language, graphic violence/horror or adult situations

[Lukas Lovas · Rating 5 out of 5]

So this was fun :) A good ending to the series, though I didn't quite enjoy some of the aspects of the book and the system in particular...

[Emily · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed book 1 and 2 but have been struggling to finish this one for some time. I think I am just not as excited about this universe as I thought I was.

[Laurie Lohstroh · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was okay at best. The first two were good

[Tom · Rating 3 out of 5]

Decent book, but the logic starts to suffer and there begins to be more and more inconsistencies in the story. Feels a bit rushed and less care was taken in writing a cohesive story.

[Heidi E · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoying the series.