The anime adaptation of "The Saint's Magic Power is Omnipotent" premiered this season and is currently experiencing incredible popularity. However, due to the female-focused depictions and story structure, many male anime fans may be hesitant to watch the series. So, as a male light novel fan, I'd like to share my thoughts on "The Bible's Magic Power is Omnipotent" and introduce some of the interesting aspects of the series that I recommend to male anime fans.
Male Fan's Impressions
First, I'd like to explain the series from a male perspective. This work is often discussed from a female perspective, but what are its impressions from a male perspective? I'd like to explain in detail, including my own impressions when I read it.
The Surprisingly Little Combat Scene
The first impression that comes to mind is the unusually low amount of combat scenes. In isekai reincarnation genres, combat scenes are often the main focus, and it could even be said that combat scenes are the genre's greatest asset. However, this work deliberately avoids combat scenes.
A simple, easy-to-read story
Furthermore, this work not only lacks combat scenes, but also the technical jargon typical of reincarnation-in-another-world stories, so you don't have to worry about getting stuck every time a new word appears. The writing is ideal for skimming while riding the train or working on something.
The Male Characters Are Surprisingly Cute
Moreover, what sets this work apart is that all of the male characters are charming. While reincarnation stories typically feature many attractive female characters, this work's protagonist is a woman, and the male characters are portrayed as heroes rather than female heroines. Even from a male perspective, these male characters are incredibly attractive, and you'll find yourself captivated in no time.
Male Fans' Criticisms of the Series
Now, I'd like to introduce some of the aspects of this series that may be a bit troubling for men. It's not that the series itself is bad, but rather that it's a work aimed at women, which is why it's so troubling for men.
Does it really work that well?
First of all, I'm bothered by how Sei's relationships with the male characters seem to go too smoothly. From a male perspective, the portrayal is often too convenient, and there are many scenes that make you wonder, "Do they really work out that well?" However, this may also be true of light novels aimed at men when viewed from a woman's perspective.
Sei, aren't you bored?
Furthermore, from a male perspective, Sei's motives are hard to understand. I suppose it's because our sensibilities are different from women's, but there are also times when I find myself pondering why Sei behaves in the way he does.
It also seems like he's ignoring people in need.
Specifically, even though Sei was reincarnated into another world and given special abilities, he rarely takes the initiative to help others, which makes it seem as though he's ignoring people in need.
What about wealth?! What about honor?!
Also, because Sei herself desires a peaceful life rather than wealth or fame, the story lacks an exciting plot development, which may seem a bit boring to male readers.
A way to enjoy this series that only male fans can enjoy!
While this work may be a bit overwhelming for male readers, there are ways to enjoy it that are uniquely suited to male fans. While this work is geared specifically toward female fans, many of the settings and ingenuity designed for female fans may be "interesting in a different way" for male fans, so I'd like to explore these in more detail.
Enjoy it like a shojo manga
First of all, this work is aimed at women, so it incorporates many elements that women will enjoy, such as thrilling interactions with male characters and detailed portrayals of each character's psychology. These elements are also fresh and interesting for men, so be sure to check it out.
The male characters are the highlights of this work!?
As you can see, the male characters in this work often behave in ways that make women's hearts flutter. This is why even men find these characters adorable. Another unique feature of this work is the appearance of slightly adorable male characters, something not seen in other isekai reincarnation works.
Sei's annoyingness makes the other characters stand out!?
From a male perspective, the main character, Sei, has many flaws that leave him open to criticism. However, perhaps it's precisely because he's such an elusive character that we empathize with the male characters around him. Sei truly is the spice that allows the other characters to shine.
Even men might find this series enjoyable!
As you can see, this work is surprisingly enjoyable for men as well. Don't dismiss it just because it's aimed at women; why not give it a read?
Pros and Cons! Is the Protagonist Sei a Good One? Or Not?
As explained above, the protagonist, Sei, is a character who has received mixed reviews. Male readers, in particular, seem to have many issues with him, leading to mixed reviews. Here, I'd like to delve a little deeper into whether the protagonist's character is acceptable or unacceptable from a male perspective.
There are certainly pros and cons.
My impression after actually reading this work is that there are likely to be mixed opinions about the main character, Sei. Many readers seem to be put off by Sei's behavior, which can be interpreted as a complete lack of ambition and a focus only on his own life.
Some behaviors are hard for men to understand
From the perspective of a man who already has difficulty understanding women's psychology, Sei's behavior is even more difficult to understand. However, conversely, if you can overlook this, it can be said that even men can fully enjoy this work.
I Love Tragic Heroines
The only thing I can say is that men love tragic heroines. It's the male psyche that makes us reluctant to take sides with characters like Sei, who can do anything effortlessly and never struggles.
This series is interesting because of Sei!!
The only thing that's certain is that Sei's annoying personality makes the male characters around him seem so appealing. There's no doubt that Sei is an essential piece that makes this series so interesting.
The Story of This Series from a Male Perspective
From here, I'd like to introduce the story development of this series from a male perspective. Story structure plays an important role in ensuring a stress-free reading experience for light novels. Simply put, a work with a good story is worth watching just for that reason, even if the characters aren't particularly compelling.
Simple and Easy to Understand
First, one of the defining features of this work is its simplicity and ease of understanding. The non-realistic world is depicted solely through Sei's subjective perspective, and the volume of information is not overwhelming, making for a stress-free read.
The Price of Ease of Understanding
As you can see, the story progression of this work is very easy to understand and enjoyable. However, the unique appeal of a rich story, often due to the use of technical terms, is lost. It may be disappointing for those looking for a fully immersive, otherworldly experience.
Enjoyable even for men!
However, even taking these drawbacks into account, this work still has an engaging story that makes it an easy-to-enjoy fantasy, and it can be said to be enjoyable for men as well.
So, is this work worth watching from a male perspective?
Taking all of this into consideration, can men also enjoy this work? Here, I would like to share my own conclusion after reading the entire work.
It's actually quite interesting!!
In short, although it felt a little strange because it's not the target demographic, I actually enjoyed it because I was able to see a work that uses techniques I wouldn't normally encounter. I highly recommend this work to readers who are tired of the same old reincarnation-in-another-world genre.
Summary
What did you think? This article explored whether "The Saint's Magic Power is Omnipotent" can be enjoyed from a male perspective. In conclusion, "Kakusei" is a very interesting work even from a male perspective. I hope you'll read more of this article and become interested.
