How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom (Light Novel) Vol. 9

How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom Light Novel #9

by Dojyomaru

Summoned to another world to slay the mighty beast...of governance!

When the aggressively pragmatic Kazuya Souma is summoned to another world as a hero, he’s not given a quest, he’s given a kingdom to rule. On top of that, he’s betrothed to the previous king’s daughter! To get the country back in order, Souma gathers a group of gifted individuals to his side. Will their impressive talents and his own knack for logistics be enough to get the country on its feet again?

Genres: Light Novel, Fantasy, Harem, Manga, Dragons, Fiction, Audiobook

250 pages, Paperback

First published February 25, 2019

About the author

See also どぜう丸 [dozeumaru].

Reviews

[Nicolo]

The last few volumes were disappointing, but not this one. Granted, it's basically a prologue of an upcoming grander arc, because the main story was shorter than usual. It made up for the shorter main story with multiple epilogues of characters whose only appearance in this volume was here. The epilogues served as teaser of sorts of upcoming storylines.

The only dark mark was the language, which was insipid, same as the last few volumes. I'm not sure if it was what the original author intended, or the translator of this edition just dumbed it down.

In this volume, Souma gets a rival. Imagine a two superpower world that has achieved equilibrium, and it gets a Napoleon to mess it all up. Fuuga has the vibe of a warlord, and if he's used right, he's going to be the perfect foil for Souma.

[Srivathsan Sudarsanan]

Man the epilogues were better than the main part itself.

[Pablo García]

Tomoe being a mystic wolf gets lost with in the palace of the Duchy of Chima. It is highly unlikely because she has overdeveloped sense of smell, and yet she gets lost (had one of the black cats as a personal bodyguard), because the author had no other way to meet the "oddball" son of de Duke of Chima, Ichiha.
Friedonia is not part of the Alliance of Mankind's Nations, thus has no obligation to send soldiers or military aid to fight against the Demon Lord territory. And yet, the author sends Souma and a 60 thousand soldier force to aid the Union of Eastern States. Friedonia aids the Kingdom of Lastania because of Julius (brother of Roroa) and the Duchy of Chima.
Fuuga Haan of the Malhmkhitan tribes, intimidates Souma so much that Souma leaves the eldest daughter of the Duke of Chma in Fuuga Haan's hands. Souma for the first time looked really weak and cowardly. No imagination, nor creativity, nor greatness. So much so, that at the end Fuuga intimidates and forces Souma into taking care and babysitting his sister Yuriga (13) and even taking care of her education and living costs.
Are all of these contradictions errors on the author, or just sloppy writing and planning of this series?
Three more conflicts rise at the last half of this 9th Volume, the first with the pirate fishermen of the Nine Headed Dragon Islands and the second with the hard-liners from the Orthodox Papal State. The third is with the Mercenary State Zem. All three conflicts seem weak and not really relevant or important to Friedonia or Souma. Most worrisome is probably the news that the daughter of Georg Carmine (head of the black cats-secret ops) from the Friedonia Kingdom gave to Owen at the border of the Amidonia territory.

[Yessenia Andaverde]

I like how the story is progressing. Some of the short stories at the end I could do without but they add some flavor. The new characters are helping drive the story forward, and I'm glad there were no new fiancees in this book. That could certainly change, but so far things are going well. The Kingdom is looking more like a boarding school than ever, though. I like it, actually. I imagine it will become a sort of tradition: sending one son or daughter to the kingdom to learn to become a good ruler like Souma, then go to school, then back home. Has Souma realized he has the future of many kingdoms literally in his hands? I'm sure Hakuma has. Poor guy, he'll have a lot to complain to Joanne later.

[Louise de la Vallière]

Lots more political figures and states coming into play. A lot of plot development in this book.

Fuuga is introduced as a great rival / friend / potential enemy with a different ruling style. Very glorious scenes of him on the battlefield, Fuuga and the Steppes feels to me inspired by Genghis Khan / Mongolia. Since so many rulers interact here you see the different strengths and styles of each in their activities throughout this book. The leaders also talk to each other and reflect on what their values are as their countries grow and they feel the weight of shouldering the duty to protect their citizens and their families.

The Chima siblings also all seem very cool.

[Katie]

Over a third of the book is the epilogue and side stories. They're good, so it's not inherently a bad thing, but it just frustrates me to be 'finishing' a book with a whole hundred-odd pages left to go.

The main reason for the three stars is yet another addition to the harem, and it's another literal child. I don't care that they say 'oh not right now, only when she's older'. He doesn't need more harem additions, and especially not children.

If I hadn't bought up to volume 12 already then I'd have dropped it several volumes ago. At this point I'm only reading for the sake of shelf completion.

[Joaquin Escudero-Green]

Another great entry in the series. The action is a tad on the slow side and it really takes it time setting up the next plot arc for the series but based on the list of new characters which are being introduced I can't wait to see where the series goes from here. I also appreciated the selection of short stories at the end which focused away from the main story to give us a closer glimpse into how the other characters live their lives.

[Frank Bertino]

Entertaining Read

Souma has returned from protecting the northern nations. He finds that he is about to become a father. However the duties of a King remain. Negotiations, diplomacy, and technical progress ensue. I like the character development, humor, and romance. I look forward to the next book.

[Roxanne Nelson]

A good entry in the series, feels a bit transitional but we have a lot going on, including Tomoe finally being useful and acting her age aroung people her age, meeting another type of leader (who should have been the main cover character instead of being in a corner), and more that I won't spoil. Many bonus chapters as usual, but mostly little funny anecdotes.

[Enzo]

This whole series is a lot of fun and the way its presented really works for me. Souma is now pushing against the Demon wave and goes to the Duchy of Chima. Here the Duke has proposed if a nation helps him they can have one of his talented sons or daughters. Souma is not interested in the prize until he meets the youngest of the talented children.

[Nathan Padilla]

It remains as good and heartfelt as ever

I love reading this series and it doesn't get old even this far. I'm so glad that half of this book is daily life after all the hectic stuff

[Erik]

7.5/10. Poco o nada de harem. Lo único malo podría ser que el tiempo está pasando muy rápido. Sigue teniendo potencial y al parecer se pondrá bueno lo relacionado con Malmkhitan y la religión de Lunaria.

[kenneth cepello]

Love it

Can't wait for the next one to come out it really well done I like how it flows but the next one out

[MIles Cahill]

Great story

This to me is more like what who happen if some from this age was pull in to the past. Great story and character development

[James Leon-Moore]

Great Read

Glad the story is picking up. Looking forward to reading the next book. I hope it is as good as this one if not better.

[Y.]

This was the best one so far, but it's also where my journey with this series ends.

[Ed]

The book felt like a very long side story.

[James]

Another fun entry in this series.

[Tom99]

Très bon Tome qui mèle des histoires de combat et de guerre contre des vagues de monstre également l'histoire de la naissance des 2 jumeaux au retour des combats.

[Joshua Broadhead]

Epic

I would recommend everyone to read this series that loves a good read it has some good plot twists
I'm looking forward to the next one

[angelbratv]

Good book

Love the book now onto book 10 . Thank you for thus book . . . . . . .

[Mandie Newman]

Amazing novel

[Matt Rizzo]

More actual politics and intrigue this book. Reminds me of the original 4 (finally)

[Hisham El-far]

Nice enough.

The story is getting a bit same ol' for me now though. Unless the next book drastically mixes things up for the better I'll probably stop at the end of the current story arc.

[kurogane shiroikaze]

Another good entry in the Realist Hero series, which is fast becoming a top favourite of the "empire building" genre for me. This volume introduces a future rival and more from the Union of Eastern Nations.

This book actually is split in to half, with the first dedicated to resolving the ongoing "Union" arc and the 2nd half on catching up with the various residents of Souma's country and some others. The first half is solidly written albeit feeling short. The 2nd half jumps between a multitude of viewpoints, mostly in a comedic manner, that slowly connect to the main storyline. It's a welcome move to actually catch up on some of the other major players without trying to forcibly divert the main narrative to them, although the scattershot approach may feel rather contrived.

Stil, Realist Hero manages to build a compelling and cohesive version of the "isekai empire-building" template. This is one of the rare light novels where the harem actually works and we even get to see the protagonist' children being born even! A light novel that I greatly enjoy.

[Pieter]

The first half of the book is finishing up the demon wave arc in the Union which both offers an opportunity and a new threat for Souma. The second half of the book are a couple of short stories, some setting things up for future volumes, others telling a bit about the lives of those who we have met before. Much like earlier volumes, some fun character interaction, some decent world building and the occasional eyeroll moment. The later mostly when the author makes a statement about real life history that I find a bit questionable. So a solid addition to the series if a bit short.

[Gary]

Good so i would like it if he and Carla would fall in love 💘

Good book and but he got push around to must and made him look bad 👎in front of everybody so next book make him and Carla for each other and she make number 6 and he get a blacksmith to make him a gun

[Elang Swa Buana Putra]

Waiting for next volume when souma will officially crowned to become a king