I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World and Became Unrivaled in the Real World, Too Vol. 2 Review

Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Comedy, Harem, Romance, Martial Arts, School Life, Isekai

Sub-Tags: OP, Strong Lead

Synopsis:

Leveling up has truly changed Yuuya’s life. In the real world, things have done a complete 180. He’s getting used to his new school and making fast friends—which includes a fluffy companion in the other world. Meanwhile, thanks to his physical prowess and good looks, his popularity is through the roof (though he’s oblivious to this). He’s also finally learned how to use magic! Will it be enough to help him survive fires, assassins, and trials in the wilderness?! (Source: Yen Press)

Magic and Assassins in Another World!

A Surprise Proposal

Upon showing his abilities in the other world, Yuuya’s life on the otherside has become a whole lot busier. Throughout the second volume, the series’ OP protagonist welcomes several new guests, both human and animal, to his place in the Weald.

Returning to thank Yuuya for saving her, Lexia is the first to make an appearance alongside her entourage. It’s a visit full of surprises, both for the knights in her charge and Yuuya. This precocious princess spares no time confessing to Yuuya and asking for his hand in marriage. As you might imagine, this doesn’t go over well with her knights leading to several fun reactions.

Alongside the princess, the frighting forest that Yuuya calls home provides its special monster-heavy welcome to famed assassin, Headhunter. Yet another pretty girl headed toward his ever-growing harem, the second volume sees the two share quite a few monster-hunting moments together. Her story is left open by the end of the volume, but it’s headed in an obvious direction.

Some Sage Advise

More visitors aren’t the only development on the way in volume two. Whilst the first volume may have updated Yuuya’s fighting prowess, it did little to develop his magic.

Journeying deeper into the Weald has finally opened a path for Yuuya to learn magic. Discovering the Sage’s skeleton leads to the creation of Yuuya’s magic. For those from Earth, they require an extra step toward creating magic than those in the other world. They need to insert magic circuits, creating an adequate explanation as to the differences between the people of each world.

The Wilderness Days

Since the events of volume one, Yuuya isn’t just popular in the other world but over in Japan too. Alongside his new Fenrir pup, the titular protagonist is more than turning a few heads.

His adventures in Japan this time see the school year head out on a field trip. A survivalist’s wet dream, they forage for food, make shelter and fight off bears. It leaves you wondering what happened to health and safety and the risk assessments in the world.

I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World continues its journey on the wish fulfilment express. There are some great moments to be had, especially concerning Lexia and her knights, but the series’ lack of character development has left the overall product feeling a little hollow.

I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World Vol. 2

My Rating: 6.5/10

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You can read the second volume of this series digitally and physically through the list of distributors found on the Yen Press website.