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Everybody Loves Large Chests #8
Stain: Everybody Loves Large Chests, Vol. 8
The world waits for no one. While Boxxy is off chasing shinies and delving dungeons abroad, Azurvale's shadows churn, fester, and ferment into a potent cocktail of trouble. Secret organizations maneuver behind the scenes, patiently advancing their nefarious plots. Government agencies lay in wait, ready to pounce at the first sign of trouble. Powerful adventurers gear up and train for the next challenge, uncertain as to what form it might take. In the midst of all this, a humble scholar arrives from a distant land wholly ignorant to the mountain-sized powder keg waiting for him. Explosives primed and the fuse set, the only thing missing is a spark to set things off, and who better to serve that role than a fiery redhead making her triumphant return?
It would appear that the universe once again conspires to put the Hero of Chaos in dire straits. However, in this particular instance, Boxxy is not entirely without fault. It doesn't know it yet, but the nasty surprises that await it are nothing more than the consequences of its own actions. As it turns out, butting heads with the seedy underbelly of civilized society has a way of stirring up an immense amount of trouble. Boxxy is aware of this, of course, though it doesn't care since it fancies itself an expert at deflecting blame and avoiding responsibility. For the most part, this is an accurate assessment. Unfortunately for the less-than-a-year-old monster, it has yet to learn one of life's key lessons.
Bad karma is like a stubborn stain—it never truly goes away.
Content warning: Profanity, gore, violence, explicit adult content
It would appear that the universe once again conspires to put the Hero of Chaos in dire straits. However, in this particular instance, Boxxy is not entirely without fault. It doesn't know it yet, but the nasty surprises that await it are nothing more than the consequences of its own actions. As it turns out, butting heads with the seedy underbelly of civilized society has a way of stirring up an immense amount of trouble. Boxxy is aware of this, of course, though it doesn't care since it fancies itself an expert at deflecting blame and avoiding responsibility. For the most part, this is an accurate assessment. Unfortunately for the less-than-a-year-old monster, it has yet to learn one of life's key lessons.
Bad karma is like a stubborn stain—it never truly goes away.
Content warning: Profanity, gore, violence, explicit adult content
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First published July 14, 2022
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January 10, 2023
Strong start and super strong finish. But that one character in the middle made it a struggle to finish this book. Still a great cast of characters and super curious about what will happen next. Maybe a move on? but that one character. I mean.... can a hero BE any less interesting. :D
Excited for the next. And maybe in my sleepiness last night I saw its already out?
Excited for the next. And maybe in my sleepiness last night I saw its already out?
October 31, 2025
(Audiobook Review)
A strong entry, filled with action and significant plot development. Loved all the twists and surprises in this one.
Looking forward to the next one and as always, fantastic narration.
A strong entry, filled with action and significant plot development. Loved all the twists and surprises in this one.
Looking forward to the next one and as always, fantastic narration.
March 24, 2023
Best book of the series so far!
June 13, 2025
Not a bad addition to the series. A lot less action packed than Fizzy's stand alone novel. But more plot driven than Goroth. Could have used a few more surprises, but finishes off a few of the loose ends.
July 27, 2022
Worth the wait.
I’ll be honest, I was not expecting this volume of the Boxxy story to be as intense as it was when my finger clicked the Purchase button.
Expectations from the last couple of books lead me to believe that Kiera would spent a good chunk of this book dealing with the events of the War and her little vacation in the snow. Maybe one of Edward’s Inner Circle might of played tag with our favorite WTF embodiment, but that was it. (My money was on either Question or Zone with Bandit being an outside possibility)
No, Neven, you gave this reader a conflict that was beyond satisfying and believable within the setup you built up.
Thank you.
The only complaint I have is the fact that Question did not get kicked thru enough walls. (I’ll be honest, that has to be my favorite character intro ever.)
Now you’ve set up your walking embodiment of WTF to do something else AND added a new mixer into the story. Can’t wait to see what happens when they meet.
I’ll be honest, I was not expecting this volume of the Boxxy story to be as intense as it was when my finger clicked the Purchase button.
Expectations from the last couple of books lead me to believe that Kiera would spent a good chunk of this book dealing with the events of the War and her little vacation in the snow. Maybe one of Edward’s Inner Circle might of played tag with our favorite WTF embodiment, but that was it. (My money was on either Question or Zone with Bandit being an outside possibility)
No, Neven, you gave this reader a conflict that was beyond satisfying and believable within the setup you built up.
Thank you.
The only complaint I have is the fact that Question did not get kicked thru enough walls. (I’ll be honest, that has to be my favorite character intro ever.)
Now you’ve set up your walking embodiment of WTF to do something else AND added a new mixer into the story. Can’t wait to see what happens when they meet.
March 14, 2023
My Rating System:
5- Perfect for my taste, I could not physically stop reading/listening and wanted more afterward.
4- Almost perfect, could not stop reading/listening, probably wanted more afterward.
3- I enjoyed the book and could see others loving it, I need to think if I want more.
2- I can see why others might like the book, but I could not, I do not want more.
1- What is this? What went wrong? Why did they do this? This doesn't make any sense! (No idea who it is for, but definitely not for me).
[Audiobook Version]
This series is not for the faint of heart. The series contains multiple graphic scenes that are explicit in detail and can be quite upsetting to many, to say the least. You have been warned.
5- Perfect for my taste, I could not physically stop reading/listening and wanted more afterward.
4- Almost perfect, could not stop reading/listening, probably wanted more afterward.
3- I enjoyed the book and could see others loving it, I need to think if I want more.
2- I can see why others might like the book, but I could not, I do not want more.
1- What is this? What went wrong? Why did they do this? This doesn't make any sense! (No idea who it is for, but definitely not for me).
[Audiobook Version]
This series is not for the faint of heart. The series contains multiple graphic scenes that are explicit in detail and can be quite upsetting to many, to say the least. You have been warned.
April 29, 2023
"Stain", book 8 in the Everybody Loves Large Chests series by Neven Iliev, was a mixed bag for me. I'm not particularly interested in the fantasy world Iliev has created, I just want to see the latest antics of Boxxy T. Morningwood, monster extraordinaire.
And for most of the audiobook, Boxxy was absent, except for Kiera, his "cute" character creation who generally gets on my last nerve.
However! In the last 3 hours of the story the situation improved drastically and a 3-star read rocketed to a solid 5 stars as confrontations that have been simmering for seven previous books finally boiled over into an amazing conclusion.
Soundbooth Theater does a good job of bringing the characters to life.
And for most of the audiobook, Boxxy was absent, except for Kiera, his "cute" character creation who generally gets on my last nerve.
However! In the last 3 hours of the story the situation improved drastically and a 3-star read rocketed to a solid 5 stars as confrontations that have been simmering for seven previous books finally boiled over into an amazing conclusion.
Soundbooth Theater does a good job of bringing the characters to life.
June 17, 2023
4.75 stars. I loved the end of the gilded hand. This had been something I had waited to see for quite some time I was glad fizzy got to finish Edward off. I also like the introduction of Sigmund law in the epilogue, can't wait to see him put so many of the humans in there place as Teresa's hero. This whole book was entertaining from beginning to end. I do wonder if Stain will have a larger role in the upcoming books as this one was named after her and she had a fairly minor role considering. While Mortimer and Teresa also had books named after them they were deities and their introductions made sense as the name of the book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 24, 2022
A continued guilty pleasure
Undoubtedly one of my favorite series of all times. This seems to be the conclusion of much of the current story arch. Boxxy continues to grow, not so much in power (though there is some of that in the beginning)' but in personality. For a one year old box he has evolved considerably with long term goals. Even so his true loves remain tasties and shinies. Tom out
Undoubtedly one of my favorite series of all times. This seems to be the conclusion of much of the current story arch. Boxxy continues to grow, not so much in power (though there is some of that in the beginning)' but in personality. For a one year old box he has evolved considerably with long term goals. Even so his true loves remain tasties and shinies. Tom out
April 28, 2023
Boxy shall and WILL get all the shiny things.
It carries on from the last story perfectly while bringing back old characters and tying up form older enemies and battles.
I was worried near the end as thinking this could be the last book. Will this be how it ends??? but luckily no we have a lot more to tell and go on so keep them coming and I will get them all. These series are my tasty treats.
It carries on from the last story perfectly while bringing back old characters and tying up form older enemies and battles.
I was worried near the end as thinking this could be the last book. Will this be how it ends??? but luckily no we have a lot more to tell and go on so keep them coming and I will get them all. These series are my tasty treats.
July 29, 2024
Well that was fun
This book ties a lot of loose parts back in and feels like a natural stopping point for now. If Neven writes a boatload more of Boxxy stories I'll prop start reading more, but for now this is a good point to pause.
Was a fun read, would have wanted some more mimic but eh, we got a pink gem instead. Not a fan of magic boy but in life one will have good and bad characters as well.
This book ties a lot of loose parts back in and feels like a natural stopping point for now. If Neven writes a boatload more of Boxxy stories I'll prop start reading more, but for now this is a good point to pause.
Was a fun read, would have wanted some more mimic but eh, we got a pink gem instead. Not a fan of magic boy but in life one will have good and bad characters as well.
August 15, 2022
Another Banger
This author keeps dropping diamonds. None of the books so far have been bad or boring. Explinative heavy maybe but needed. I didn't read the side story and for anyone wondering you don't really need to in order to read this one.
This author keeps dropping diamonds. None of the books so far have been bad or boring. Explinative heavy maybe but needed. I didn't read the side story and for anyone wondering you don't really need to in order to read this one.
December 1, 2022
Great!!!
Just the best body ever!. Yes the fight scenes are unequaled. The characters are just so shiny. n the writing and ideas are crisp and flavor filled. I can not say enough positive things about this man eating monster.
Just the best body ever!. Yes the fight scenes are unequaled. The characters are just so shiny. n the writing and ideas are crisp and flavor filled. I can not say enough positive things about this man eating monster.
March 13, 2023
While this series is quite well written, it's changed a fair bit from how it started. That is a good thing, but I just don't care that much about the path it's taken. Though I still enjoy the books, I don't love them. Time for me to leave this series.
August 30, 2023
As good as the last if not better.
I never thought I could care so much about a monster until I met Boxxy. I am invested and can't wait to see what he does next. May his path ever lead to tasty and shiny things. Bless Neven Iliev for sharing these tales. Lead on.
I never thought I could care so much about a monster until I met Boxxy. I am invested and can't wait to see what he does next. May his path ever lead to tasty and shiny things. Bless Neven Iliev for sharing these tales. Lead on.
September 4, 2023
Just as fun and twisted as ever! The voices and narrating that sound booth theater has done for this series is just awesome. One of my favorites. Specifically the voice of the queen slime. Was simultaneously revolting and mesmerizing at the same time. Awesome stuff.
October 19, 2023
Hope this is entertaining and fun. Read some dry books recently.
This was somewhat tasty. It didn't have the random craziness as the start of the series, but it was entertaining nonetheless.
Will pick up the sequel someday.
3/5 Stars
This was somewhat tasty. It didn't have the random craziness as the start of the series, but it was entertaining nonetheless.
Will pick up the sequel someday.
3/5 Stars
April 22, 2024
Awesome
Absolutely refreshing, amazing, funny, yet serious, chock-full of adventure with a hint of pleasure all because of crazy-ass monster called 'BOXXY'. Keep them coming as I will keep on reading them.
Absolutely refreshing, amazing, funny, yet serious, chock-full of adventure with a hint of pleasure all because of crazy-ass monster called 'BOXXY'. Keep them coming as I will keep on reading them.
March 13, 2025
Wow I hate the music and sound effects of the audio book. They get heavier as the series progresses.
Sound effects - either for people who want 'old timey radio' or those who lack imagination. Honestly, I think the words of the author are enough.
Sound effects - either for people who want 'old timey radio' or those who lack imagination. Honestly, I think the words of the author are enough.
July 18, 2022
The collection grows
Another shiny to add to the series. Well paced with a wealth of additions in the form of characters and world building.
Another shiny to add to the series. Well paced with a wealth of additions in the form of characters and world building.
July 21, 2022
Okay
A few spelling mistakes here and there, also feel like boxxy isn't using all skill/spells enough but overall its okay.
A few spelling mistakes here and there, also feel like boxxy isn't using all skill/spells enough but overall its okay.
September 9, 2022
Does not disappoint
Neven Iliev does it again- a book worth every penny. 8 books into the series and it never gets boring, predictable, or losing quality
Neven Iliev does it again- a book worth every penny. 8 books into the series and it never gets boring, predictable, or losing quality
March 7, 2023
Another fabulous book in an excellent series. I'm glad that fizzy is back and the focus wasn't entirely on kira.
March 24, 2023
A lot of story progression...good stuff :)
April 4, 2023
Another fun Boxy story. Can't wait for the next one.
April 13, 2023
A great book as always! I can't wait for the next one. The voice acting was phenomenal along with the sound effects, it makes the audio book so fun to listen too.
April 16, 2023
A good conclusion to the arc.
June 6, 2023
This book was a good return
January 17, 2024
They went from toning down the cringe jokes to cranking it to overdrive. Still an interesting store but God damn Ssssigh
March 20, 2024
awesome
This is/was great. SBT need to tweak the background sound down in places as it over power the narration.
I still appreciate the audio, just lower the volume.
This is/was great. SBT need to tweak the background sound down in places as it over power the narration.
I still appreciate the audio, just lower the volume.
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