Peerless Genius System - Reviews

Everyone seems to agree that the plot involves illogical fight scenes and characters with strong ties to the government, allowing them to get away with almost any crime. A notable example is when a group of over a hundred people is brought in to kill the protagonist (MC) simply because he confronted some minor underlings.

Regarding the "netorare" aspect, I personally don't find it fitting. The girl's situation involved manipulation by a hospital director, who forced her to take drugs and have a sexual encounter with him before she met the MC. They never had a romantic relationship, and she eventually recovered from her addiction with the MC's help, which included hypnosis to erase the traumatic memories.

The portrayal of racism becomes apparent when foreign characters and the MC's missions take him outside of China. The author appears to project a persecution complex, depicting everyone the MC encounters as hostile towards Chinese people. This leads to the MC's righteous indignation and violent actions, culminating in their return home content. The depiction of日本人 (Japanese) is particularly problematic.

This is supposed to be a system novel, yet the system plays little to no role. The focus should be on using the system to acquire useful skills for personal growth and overcoming challenges, typical in modern magical realism stories. However, the MC rarely utilizes the system, and it's sporadically invoked only after significant events, if at all. It's frustrating to see such a valuable resource go unused.

Lastly, there's a controversial rape scene that some readers find distressing. To sum up, if you're not interested in the racist and nationalist themes, it's recommended to read the first 250 chapters and then discontinue, as the novel does not live up to its system genre expectations.

In my first month of novel reading, it was quite enjoyable as a story. The face-slapping aspect provided a satisfying entry point into the genre, but eventually, it lost its appeal. I found the plot engaging, and I didn't find the nationalism overly problematic; it was just part of the narrative. Some readers might be more sensitive to those themes, but for me, it wasn't a deal-breaker.

Around chapter 680, the nationalism became less prominent, giving way to a fresh storyline. Around chapter 705, the harem elements started to shine, so if that's not your preference, it might be best to stop earlier. I read it consistently without skipping chapters, even though there were both highs and lows. To me, it was a decent read, though perhaps my mind filtered out the less interesting parts.

In summary, if you're looking for a top-notch novel, this isn't it. I picked it up because my other options weren't updating, and while the face-slapping moments had their moments, the MC's actions sometimes left me questioning. The system served mainly as a tool for temporary power-ups, which the protagonist tried not to rely on but still used sparingly. Nationalism wasn't a major issue for me, as long as it didn't cross a certain threshold.

If you can accept its flaws and view it as a light-hearted, over-the-top read, then maybe give it a try. Otherwise, there are better options out there.

The beginning was promising, but the plot deviated from its initial concept, resulting in gratuitous violence, nationalism, and a disturbing sexual assault theme. Initially, the story presented a captivating system concept where the protagonist gained points by causing strong emotions in others, allowing them to swiftly acquire various skills and enhance their physique. However, after around chapters 300-400, the focus shifted away from the "Genius System," with the main character exploiting it solely for trolling and fame.

The narrative fell short due to several issues. Racism and nationalism became prominent, with characters from different ethnicities portrayed negatively, often seen as threats or inferior to Chinese characters. The portrayal of Western medicine was unfavorably compared to traditional Chinese practices like acupuncture and bloodletting, even suggesting it as a cure for serious illnesses like cancer.

Moreover, the protagonist's character development took a dark turn, losing control and resorting to extreme violence, culminating in instances of lethal aggression and a shocking act of rape (which, surprisingly, his wife later forgives). My interest waned,促使 me to leave this review after checking if there was a redeeming ending. Unfortunately, the story veered off its enjoyable path around chapter 300.

I've been reading this story for a while now, and I find the translation quite poor. It seems the author lacks writing skills. Another issue is the abundance of cliches in each chapter, with almost every one featuring some sort of negative event. It's frustrating how the main character, this weak guy, never stands up for himself. For instance, when he was a college bodyguard, he couldn't say "stop pursuing me, I don't like you" to the girls who developed feelings for him. It's like he invites trouble. In the latest chapter, he claims to be an intern at a hospital, and then some random person comes asking for help with their grandmother. It's absurd! And the concept of "face" in Chinese culture is baffling – does everyone have a face fetish or something? It's getting ridiculous.

"Don't dwell on negative feedback; for me, this is an entertaining read. It offers all the elements one desires - romance, a cunning and intelligent protagonist, witty retorts, dramatic confrontations, thrilling action scenes, and while some aspects may be predictable, they still manage to feel engaging. The translations might not be perfect due to being machine-learned, but they improve as the story progresses."

The narrative is average but provides some entertainment value. Positive aspects include:
1. Clear explanation of the system's origin.
2. A satisfying conclusion.

However, there are several drawbacks:
1. The storytelling lacks depth and has numerous plot holes.
2. The portrayal of racism, particularly towards Japanese and Americans, is quite strong.
3. The main character's growth relies heavily on their bloodline, which doesn't feel logically consistent.
4. The ending feels abrupt and rushed.

Overall, while the book offers a few redeeming qualities, its mediocrity and plot issues detract from an otherwise engaging experience.