Re-Awakening: I Became a Pay To Win Boss Monster

Another book :3 Feel free to use this review for any questions you might have. Criticism is appreciated, obviously. Enjoy the read and feel free to comment on any mistakes or inconsistencies you might find, I'll fix them asap.

Just fúcking noticed that I haven't written a review yet so here we are. The "Player turned NPC" genre. Not the most unique cliche but been a while since I even saw one of these. Especially after WN removed the voting pool (RIP my weekly dose of Chinese trash T-T). Initially i didn't have much hope when I first started this (Blame the Chinese dogshit) but man never have I ever been so glad to hear wrong. The story follows our MC. The Man, The Myth, The Legend himself, Rael the Ball Crusher as he grinds his way to becoming Overpowered. In typical regressor fashion, he uses his future knowledge to help himself and recruit future powerhouses before they "take to the skies" (or whatever the fúck you wanna call it). Of course no novel is without its flaws. The king (or was it emperor? idk) forcing his eldest daughter to accompany Rael back to his kingdom which is kinda annoying but Rael's ignoring her so i don't really give a fúck. And while we're at it, let's not forget about the HP scaling of the mobs. Even so I do appreciate the fact that the author is trying to make the HP as accurate as possible. As of chapter 143, Rael's already a walking Nuke but i don't really care. Me see big number, Me Happy (Problems of being a Jinhsi main in Wuwa) Anyways this novel is s definitive 10/10 for me. Great Work Lukas and I need more updates cuz I can only read this once every two weeks 😔

Score: 9/10 Critical review: Organic Storytelling done right I’ve been delaying this review for a long time—not due to a lack of motivation, but because I wanted to do justice to the author’s writing skill and the story itself. The first thing that comes to mind when thinking about this book is how genuinely funny it is. Not in the usual cliché anime-joke way that makes readers roll their eyes, but with actual witty remarks, clever puns, and well-timed humor. Even mundane moments become memorable thanks to the author’s consistent and creative writing style. Every chapter sets an expectation for humor—and yet, the delivery always surprises me. The story follows Rael, a serious gambling addict whose obsession leads to his death—and reincarnation into the very game he used to play for a living, before its official release. But this time, Rael isn’t a player. He’s now a boss monster, equipped with a unique gimmick: he can buy anything using money. Hence, the title: Pay-to-Win Boss Monster. The premise combines elements of transmigration and regression, and while the concept isn’t entirely original, the execution is fresh. The author breaks away from many common pitfalls—such as over-restrictive systems or unreasonable quest constraints—and instead gives Rael true freedom to shape his path. What makes this freedom interesting is how naturally the story progresses. At first, Rael’s decisions revolve around simple survival. But as he begins interacting with major NPCs and kingdoms, his influence on the world deepens. The progression feels earned and believable. The slice-of-life chapters—featuring hilarious interactions between Rael, NPCs, and players—add charm and keep things consistently engaging. Rael has one of the best personalities I’ve seen in a light novel/webnovel MC. He’s not only funny and self-aware but also shockingly efficient at dodging tired tropes. His unorthodox problem-solving regularly makes me think, “Damn, that’s smart.” No book is perfect, and this one isn’t either. One noticeable weakness is the side characters and female leads. While the interactions are often amusing, the characters involved can feel forgettable. The story is heavily centered on Rael—which isn't necessarily a bad thing—but the hyperfocus means other characters often lack depth. (Yes, I know the author has been working on this in later chapters, but I’m reviewing the story as a whole.) Another point worth mentioning: this story leans into wish fulfillment/power fantasy territory. Not in a pervy way, but more in the sense that Rael almost never loses. There’s little emotional tension from failure or loss. For some readers, this could be a downside—we don’t get to see Rael truly desperate, forced to sacrifice, or facing emotional ruin. Those moments could add more complexity to his character. That said, the story never pretends to be something it’s not, and it excels at what it does aim to be: a fun, smart, and engaging ride. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to nearly any reader—except maybe the rare few who are only satisfied when characters suffer endlessly. This story does what many fail to do: avoid overused tropes while delivering a genuinely enjoyable and innovative experience. Also, special shoutout to the author, Lucas142. His active interaction with readers is deeply appreciated and builds strong reader loyalty. His dedication shows.

Was looking for gold and found a diamond, must read

Looks good, I like it so far. I’ve read SSS Villains return, and I love it, and I’ve also read Healing System which wasn’t my favorite, but can see the author improving. There is one thing in this Authors novels that I just love, and it’s the characters and their humor.

I honestly don't get why this is so highly rated. Sure, the concept and beginning were good, but as the story went on, it just kept getting worse. The main character acts incredibly immature and dumb. He's way too honest for someone who’s supposed to be a king like, how do you rule anything while being this naïve and stupid? He gets random power-ups that make no sense. There’s no real struggle or consequence everything just miraculously works out for him. He hasn’t faced a single proper setback(I'm not a fan of seeing the MC suffer but he needs to learn that he could be betrayed and that he should get his act together)(He's just a pushover now) . Zafira is another issue. The MC was completely honest with her, pampering her, and she still messes around. Just admit you’ve got your own secret force or whatever and(was hinted) help him, instead of acting shady and letting him figure everything out alone. Don’t give me that "it’s for his own good" bs he’s already told you everything, but your still keep secrets. And what’s with the dumb boss-worker relationship stuff? Why does he have to explain all his plans to everyone? He’s way too optimistic and hard-headed to think things through properly. This story had potential, but it got dragged down by a childish MC, badly written relationships, and plot conveniences. That’s it. (And in all honesty i do hope the author stops with the childish MC and actually makes him smart)

Amazing work, don’t stop writing.[img=coins][img=coins]

Fun read until now , and i hope that in the future the MC will actually take his role as a king seriuosly

Didn't read but that smexy cover alone deserves a good review. So cool 💯

alr I might be a fan boy of this novel but it's the best player to npc novel there is on webnovel trust me read jt and you won't regret it.

A very good novel, how the system works is very nice, the interactions between characters sometimes feel a bit forced, the world building is coming out nicely, the only minus point i can see is the fact that there is not enough chapters, this is has been my daily read for the past month, i always wait for new chapters to come out

it is very interesting . And has unique story I can say it definitely has potential as of now it has low chapters please upload more author

Good story, well written. Characters feel alive and not like cardboard. Main character is likable, and the romance, while late in it's appearance, seems quite good. 👍👍

All the feelings I felt while reading the novel can only be explained with this Gif. There's nothing else to write. The author has made a masterpiece.