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Arifureta Zero #2
Arifureta: From Commonplace to World's Strongest ZERO (Light Novel) Vol. 2
A light novel spin-off series for Arifureta: From Commonplace to World's Strongest, the hit multimedia franchise that's soon to be an anime!
Before Hajime was transported to Tortus, the Synergist Oscar Orcus was having his own adventure--but not willingly! Oscar is a simple working man, keeping his head down to earn his money and support an orphanage, until Miledi Reisen bursts into his life. She wants Oscar to join her in a quest to defeat the gods. Oscar refuses to chase after that kind of danger...until that kind of danger finds its way to him.
Before Hajime was transported to Tortus, the Synergist Oscar Orcus was having his own adventure--but not willingly! Oscar is a simple working man, keeping his head down to earn his money and support an orphanage, until Miledi Reisen bursts into his life. She wants Oscar to join her in a quest to defeat the gods. Oscar refuses to chase after that kind of danger...until that kind of danger finds its way to him.
280 pages, Paperback
First published July 25, 2018
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February 8, 2019
As a pretty big fan of the Arifureta series (one day I'll review all of the them here), Arifureta Zero is a great entry to the series that serves to explain the backstories of the Liberators that laid the way for the main series.
This volume takes a more focused approach and centers on the fourth Liberator, Meiru Melusine with a pirate-themed setting. This volume does tend to lack the craziness and over-the-top humour that often defines the Arifureta series for me, but overall the story manages to stand on its own.
The pirates setting did had me expecting some thinly-veiled references to popular pirate works (especially after the previous volume had the author admitting to have based some ideas from the movie Kingsman) but this volume feels pretty straightforward as a whole, with the usual requisite tropes in place.
On the upside, the action is a lot more compared to the previous volume and the frenetic pace of story did had me finding it hard to put down as well. Quite a few epic battles are waged within the pages here, although it lacks some originality compared to the initial volume.
While not the best book of the series, I'll still give this 2nd entry to the Arifureta Zero franchise a thumbs up.
This volume takes a more focused approach and centers on the fourth Liberator, Meiru Melusine with a pirate-themed setting. This volume does tend to lack the craziness and over-the-top humour that often defines the Arifureta series for me, but overall the story manages to stand on its own.
The pirates setting did had me expecting some thinly-veiled references to popular pirate works (especially after the previous volume had the author admitting to have based some ideas from the movie Kingsman) but this volume feels pretty straightforward as a whole, with the usual requisite tropes in place.
On the upside, the action is a lot more compared to the previous volume and the frenetic pace of story did had me finding it hard to put down as well. Quite a few epic battles are waged within the pages here, although it lacks some originality compared to the initial volume.
While not the best book of the series, I'll still give this 2nd entry to the Arifureta Zero franchise a thumbs up.
July 10, 2020
Better than the first volume of the Zero series. Miledi is still annoying, but so much less so in this volume she's almost likable. She and Oscar and Naiz are on their way to find the Saint of the Western Seas. Their journey takes them to Andika, city of castout misfits and heretics, the perfect place for the Liberators and someone like them. What they find isn't quite what they expect. Arifureta hijinks ensue and there you have it.
As usual, the bonus stories were not nearly as interesting as the main story.
Verdict: Read the main story before Zero. But certainly check it out, it's pretty fun.
As usual, the bonus stories were not nearly as interesting as the main story.
Verdict: Read the main story before Zero. But certainly check it out, it's pretty fun.
October 11, 2019
More entertaining characters from the Arifureta universe - and natives this time so not an isekai novel at all. Miledi Reisen is the most annoying and charming heroine!
April 29, 2024
Lots of fun
March 1, 2024
"Arifureta: From Commonplace to World's Strongest Zero Vol 2" delivers a swashbuckling adventure set in the pirate-infested city of Andika. The story follows our liberators on a quest to ally with a mysterious saint who combats pirates at sea, speculated to be an ancient magic user. This installment introduces a diverse cast, including a character reminiscent of Tio from the main series, enriching the narrative with unique personalities and backgrounds.
The plot thickens as Miledi, Niaz, and Oscar engage in a battle against a corrupt church aiming to capture an ancient magic user and dominate Andika. The trio's mission expands to liberating the city's citizens, weaving a tale of camaraderie, betrayal, and the quest for freedom.
Despite minor pacing and complexity issues, the book excels in its engaging plot and character dynamics, making it a compelling read for fans and newcomers alike. It's a commendable addition to the series, offering a mix of fantasy, action, and intrigue, meriting a solid 4 out of 5 stars.
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