Reviews for Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint

PRE-RANT WARNING: First and foremost, it's important to note that the overarching genre of this tale is a blend of fantasy and sci-fi apocalypse. If this isn't your cup of tea, I kindly suggest you save your precious time and venture elsewhere. Additionally, the story draws heavily from Korean culture, which may initially give pause, but those who embrace these cultural elements will find themselves savouring each passing word with increasing appreciation. Note: I've also streamlined this review, improving flow and removing excess. I should've mentioned that the following is dedicated, and a love letter to, ORV, its readers and its writers. Thank you. As weembark on the quest to identify the paragon(s) of artistic expression, we are inevitably confronted with a fundamental paradox: the perennial tension between subjectivity and objectivity. The former is a divergent offshoot of the latter, while the latter is formed from countless fragments of the former. It's absurd, isn't it? To not be able to read this for the first time again is one of my many uncontrollable regrets. A novel that shatters genre conventions and elevates literary excellence to dizzying new heights that are rarely seen. What more could a discerning reader ask for than a story that seizes you, captivates your imagination, and takes you on an emotionally charged odyssey that is both gripping and heart-rending? And all the while seamlessly blending all genres of entertainment. It shouldn't seem real, yet it exists, cover-to-cover, as Sing n' Song's magnum opus, Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint (ORV). A true avatar of artistry, suggestiveness, intellectual and spiritual depth, universality, and style that merges objective and subjective viewpoints to forge my, and many others, perfect story.

In the initial chapters of the novel, while not inherently lacklustre, there is a certain absence of distinctiveness that sets it apart from its literary counterparts. The narrative submerges readers into what appears to be Universe No. 1,864, complete with systems, deities, and abilities. A weariness may wash over you as you anticipate yet another banal, formulaic web novel, hastily crafted with a carbon-copy premise. You may sigh at the sight of, what seems to be, even more fantasy garbage that'll poison your eyes with the same eight troupes that've infected the genre, as you bore holes into your monitor wondering if you've wasted your precious time. However, it's paramount you persist beyond these opening chapters, for it's through this foundation that the story's critical turning points are unveiled & understood, revealing their relevance to the characters and the resonant emotions they elicit. This opening act, encompassing the entirety of the first volume, not only acts as a catalyst for the story's trajectory but also provides a sturdy bedrock that propels numerous narrative branches throughout the arcs of the novel. Each of these branches is executed with meticulous beauty and precision, guiding our characters towards their "destined purposes" in this vividly realised world while evoking a myriad of emotions that culminate in resplendent finales.

Whilst tedious meandering of the plot can swiftly grow tiresome, ORV masterfully navigates these deviations, utilising them to unveil profound revelations that challenge readers' understanding of the intricately crafted world. While the storytelling may appear linear initially, rest assured, you will soon discover it is a thrilling roller-coaster ride. This multi-faceted intricacy extends to the novel's supporting cast - nuanced, fully-realised characters, each possessing their unique perspectives, morals, and ideologies that shift and evolve as they navigate the ebb and flow of life's challenges. These characters gradually transform from vessels advancing the plot of both Three Ways to Survive the Apocalypse (TWSA) and ORV into genuine individuals with whom readers (referring to both Kim Dok-Ja and us) develop a deep and heartfelt connection. A prerequisite of which, is the delicate interweaving of fragile themes and motifs - time paradoxes, salvation, grief, free will, depression, suffering, and more - serves to deepen the readers' relationship with these characters, transcending the boundaries of fiction and resonating as extensions of the human experience. Such depth is a breath of fresh air amidst the sea of one-dimensional caricatures that often plague modern literature and entertainment.

Furthermore, deviation from mythos and alternative narrative routes make ORV thrillingly unique, while also providing a familiar touchstone. Rather than discarding everything you know about ancient mythology, I invite you to approach it with an open mind and envision the clash of Sun Wukong against the Ennead - an audacious amalgamation that defies both logic and expectation. It's within this delicate balance between the extraordinary and the recognisable that ORV finds its strength, rewarding readers with tales that gradually unfurl, germinating from seeds sown in the earliest moments and blossoming in magnificent splendour as the narrative unfolds. This isn't even mentioning how the author plays an eccentric alchemist, mixing and matching different elements of hard and soft worldbuilding that results in a wonderfully addicting concoction that pressures your desire to learn further about the world ORV's characters traverse (assuming, of course, you are still around to witness its conclusion.)

Perhaps the most idiosyncratic facet of ORV lies within its meta-narrative - an exploration of storytelling itself, the intricate dance between reader expectations, and the mesmerising interplay among a reader, a protagonist, and a writer. It elevates an already rich and engaging story by injecting intellectual and philosophical contemplation about our agency through the characters, thereby nudging us to question the power that stories hold in shaping our perceptions of the world and ourselves. The boundaries between reality and fiction blur as Sing n' Song probes at the principles by which we relate to both individuals and our surroundings, thus provoking questions such as "Are they mere characters or genuine individuals?" and "When does the realm of the novel intersect with our reality and how can we reconcile the two?" This seamless integration of narrative structure and thematic exploration stands as a testament to the author's commanding prowess, casting a beguiling spell over the readers' consciousness.

With a staggering 551 chapters and a formidable word count of 1.3 million, ORV presents a weighty journey - but one that promises immeasurable rewards. It stands as a masterpiece, transcending the confines of contemporary literature and offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It irreversibly alters one's perception of the written word, reshaping notions of what great writing can achieve, and instilling a newfound appreciation for its unparalleled influence. It's not a mere novel but a transformative encounter, an awakening to the boundless possibilities inherent in the art of writing. A story that stretches into eternity, culminating in the final words of the epilogue, leaving the reader in a state of catharsis - an experience that reverberates throughout the entirety of the novel.

While this review may seem - um, excessive, scarily so even, please acknowledge that amid fervent admiration, personal qualms persist. One notable aspect deserving attention revolves around the character of Yu Jung-Hyeok, whose subtle progression throughout the story may not become apparent until the latter stages of the novel, unfolding at a deliberately measured pace (an issue that echoes itself in its story writing as well) that may at times induce a sense of stagnation. However, let's consider the analogy of self-perception: When one sees oneself every day, change often eludes notice, and one may perceive oneself as static. Yet, when encountered by someone who has not witnessed the journey first-hand, they discern the transformative growth that has taken place. In the case of this sunfish, the realisation dawns upon the reader in the final 20% of the novel, leaving a bittersweet aftertaste. Before this critical juncture, the remaining characters possess an inherent humanity, while Jung-Hyeok seems relegated to the role of a mere plot device, creating an unusual dynamic that fosters a sense of detachment. On the subject of obstacles, I'd like to address the elephant in the room, that being the way the author approaches the metanarrative. Almost everything is for the sake of the metanarrative, or has relevance to it on some level. For a novel of this nature, I adored it, but I can identify the problem of events occurring or dialogue being spoken which will not have relevance until much later in the story. Normally this would be acceptable, even commendable when foreshadowed well, but readers may note that it honestly happens so often that they may forget WHAT happened/was said, or WHY it transpired to begin with, causing confusion. One might be irritated if they were not able to connect with something previously due to missing context, which was only delivered now. I believe this manner of writing, where decisions/selections driven by the larger metanarrative framework only gain significance once the complete metanarrative emerges, is a charm of ORV rather than a cause for concern. After all, they are simply prevalent revelations that are employed after build-up ensues, just implemented with an slightly acquired taste of a twist. If nothing else, it ardently highlights that every detail in the novel matters! However, I do sympathise with readers who may feel their emotional investment wavered because of it. Nonetheless, of equal importance lies ORV's deconstructive narrative which, once again, employs a deliberately measured pace, as well as demanding a suspension of disbelief to fully appreciate its sublime execution: an example being parts of volumes 3 & 4, which I won't delve into, but readers may note they're, arguably, unnecessarily tedious - but this, in my opinion, does not subvert its brilliance. I could elaborate further on the illusion of stakes, the clichéd elements that leave much to be desired, the stagnant growth of both the supporting cast, including the villains, and missed opportunities with their characters, etc, but it's time to wrap up this review, just note that there are glaring faults staining the page.

While certain peculiarities may require temporary disregard, and seemingly convenient plot devices may test one's resolve, they are all necessary to comprehend the cohesive nature of the epilogue - 80% of which is meticulously spoon-fed. So why describe it as perfect? Despite its irony, or maybe all because of it, we as readers bear the responsibility of opening our third eye and investing our imaginations into the very essence of this extraordinary narrative and thus in doing so, are granted the privilege of forging our own perfect story.

This might come across as somewhat of a lazy explanation, but I'm at a loss for any other words to convey my point. If you're struggling to grasp this perspective, you could perhaps pay a visit to the same set of words I encountered two summers ago. Funny isn't it? My review concludes with a suggestion to delve into the story to comprehend the review, which should be convincing you to read the story. It possesses a certain poetic flair, wouldn't you agree? Or not, and I'm merely chasing after elusive literary ghosts. I can't say for certain, as I find myself confined to the role of the review's author rather than its reader.

Regardless, I hope this review serves as the spark in igniting the inner writer within you; let it inspire you to read up on the sentences you have long yearned to write. Though maybe not now, perhaps someday you will find solace in the embrace of ORV, allowing its world to unfold before your eyes, just as another novel with 3,149 chapters is for another reader for whom the story is perfectly crafted.

Throughout all the other 10/10 reviews on this site, it appears that I’ll be the first to provide actual criticism for this story. This review will have 2 parts: the first section will focus on the positives of the novel, while the second will be used to explain the negatives. I’ll try to maintain the foundational logic of my critiques to be as objective as possible. POSITIVES———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 1. Overall plot writing: - For the most part, ORV retains a healthy consistent pacing throughout itself; it rarely feels dragged out, nor does it ever feel rushed. - The novel’s story-telling makes great use of many narrative plot techniques, such asChekov’s Guns, callbacks, framing devices, time paradoxes, foreshadowing, twists, etc. This creates a strong and immersive experience, and it makes the reading much more memorable.

- To me, the strongest aspect in this field would be its overall plot setup/development: never in the story does the plot feel lackluster or redundant. The writers know how to introduce novel twists and developments to keep the plot constantly feeling fresh and intriguing. ORV impressively ends VERY strongly using this aspect to its fullest.

- There are still some weaknesses in the plot that I’ll cover later on, but overall, I would say that it maintains integrity. Just from its uses of narrative applications, one can tell that the authors are very talented and experienced in writing.

2. Narrative themes

- ORV hinges a lot on its metafictional themes and executes them brilliantly (for the most part). This is especially beautiful with how themes are linked to and supports the character writings of the main cast.

- The story themes also feel very unique and original with how it ties in escapism with the philosophy of the reader, writer, and character. All of this is to say that it makes the novel much more memorable and influential.

3. The worldbuilding:

- For me, this story’s worldbuilding is probably the strongest aspect of the story. The way it weaves together many different tales and epics throughout history and integrates them throughout the story is nothing short of impressive. I especially love how it references and pays homage to Lovecraftian Mythos.

- I would say that the novel does use a pretty basic power system, being the typical gamer level-up system, but it still integrates decently throughout the story. Overall, its worldbuilding aspect is what I am the most impressed with within this novel.

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1. Other areas of plot writing:

- HOOK: The story starts off with a pretty weak hook. This is mainly because the main character, KDJ, acts as Gary Stu in the beginning who’s almost always in control of the situation. The beginning of this story can’t help but feel like an intellectual power fantasy self-insert, which kills the reader’s investment into the main character, and this also kills the tension. Past the Beast King arc, this Gary Stuism does stop, but its issues with tension still persist.

- TENSION: To me, the biggest narrative issue with this story is the lack of tension. The Gary Stuism of the beginning creates the start of the tension deficit issues, but this issue never gets resolved because there’s always a persistent feeling that nothing permanent will ever go wrong with the main cast. The story does try to build tension by adding stakes and putting characters in precarious positions/situations, but doing so only creates temporary tension. The lack of actual payoff for permanent consequences always nerfs the *overall* tension, which also kills the reading investment into this story. And even when there is an actual consequence, it would be towards a character that has little relevance in the story or has lost their relevance in the current story. While the plot itself may be interesting, the overall reading experience becomes much more dull as a result. However, the ending/epilogue of the story does a decent job of restoring the lost tension to an extent.

- PLOT WEAKNESSES: While there aren’t many plot weaknesses or plot holes in the story, and most of them are minor, there is one significant one that has strongly and negatively altered my entire perception of this story. For the sake of spoilers, I won't go into the specific details of the plot, but there is one incident that does need to be addressed. I am talking about an event that occurs after a certain battle in a certain arc.

— The event was essentially a poorly-written revelation incident that occurred after the most *peak* battle in the novel, where, for the first time, the tensions and stakes felt real. That shit was perfect, until the revelation happened, and then all my faith about the story tensions completely tanked. It was so disappointing that I pretty much had to force myself to finish the novel after this.

— Furthermore, the execution of this revelation was terrible. There was absolutely no buildup or foreshadowing in this reveal; the revelation was made out of the blue in such a trivial manner. That was a textbook example of deus ex machina (which is ironic because ORV criticized this plot device a few times). As a reader, I feel tricked into even caring about that battle in the first place.

2. Character writing: Let me first preface this by saying that I am a seinen reader, so my standards for character writing are pretty high, which may come off as overly strict in this regard (EDIT: What I mean is, I emphasize character writing a LOT more than the average person, and given that ORV is a plot-driven story rather than a character-driven story, it's possible that many readers won't care as much for this section as I do.) I still believe that ORV’s character writing is better than your average story, but it’s far from peak or perfect.

- SIDE CHARACTERS: Firstly, the side characters are pretty shallow and two-dimensional. Their personalities and actions are very predictable for the most part (in the sense that they follow the standard fictional character tropes, and they don't really change/devlopment beyond one moment in the entire story), and half of them just insufferably glaze the hell out of KDJ. Like, there are literally three characters whose entire *surface* personality is just about competing who can glaze KDJ more. However, most of this *is* personal bias, and I don't really have a BIG issue with not all side characters being super developed, but there is one actual and objective issue I have with the side characters.

- Oftentimes, ORV tries to add what I call “fake character development/depth” to these side characters. One example is a character who supposedly develops by overcoming their “fear of facing the outside world”. Now this “fear” is reflective of their surface personality trait, but it is not at all reflexive of any of their significant actions. Like, despite their “fears”, this character has always been “facing the outside world” head-on throughout all the significant plot. Hell, even in their character introduction, they voluntarily tried to take control of a massive panic situation. Additionally, none of their actions at all had a noticeable change from before and after this development. This “fake character development/depth” is pretty much applicable to the rest of the side cast to varying degrees of application, and even some to KDJ himself to an extent. However, he does have some redeemable character writing to where I can overlook those aspects.

- OTHERS: There are about three characters in ORV that are relatively well-written, which are the protagonist (KDJ), the deuteragonist, and the tritagonist. They all have something about them that makes them memorable, and they all have character flaws that they overcome — at least in a way that I can consider “actual” character development because it reflects their choices and actions where it’s significant to the plot. However, the character writing itself is still flawed: only two of these characters have actual depth (KDJ and deuteragonist), and only another two have actual uniqueness (deuteragonist and tritagonist).

- KDJ does have depth as a character, but the dude’s personality is just boring. And it’s not an “interesting” bland like Saitama from OPM is, where the blandness is much more nuanced within the context of his personality; no, he’s just not an interesting MC. This is even canon to the story because it quite literally states in his backstory that he's an uninteresting person. You could describe him as being witty or clever in certain situations, but such traits aren’t even expressed in a unique or interesting way like Joseph Joestar, for example. This makes the process of investing into his character a lot more difficult.

— Furthermore, the execution of KDJ’s character is flawed. During the beginning of the novel when he was a Gary Stu, his backstory just felt hamfisted. When his backstory suddenly popped up, it was hard to understand the relevance of it towards the current plot beyond "oh, he just LOVES stories", which isn't sufficient to create depth. Therefore, it was hard to even care about it. The significance was revealed much much later in the story, but I have to disagree with this being an effective method in conveying KDJ’s character. This is because had I known about the significance earlier, I would have been more invested in KDJ early on and thus would’ve enjoyed the story more. It just feels like a waste that this was only revealed much later on.

- Next, is the deuteragonist. To me, he’s the most well-written of the bunch overall, but there is one nitpick I have on him. The novel just falls flat in expressing his emotions, specifically his anger. He just gets violent whenever he’s angry, but beyond that, he just usually expresses it by glaring at what he’s angry about or just saying the flattest “I’ll kill you.” Now this is fine during low-stakes moments or when it’s just banter, but during super emotional or supposedly tense moments of the story, his expression of anger just feels dull and unrelatable. This is also applicable to KDJ, though to a lesser extent. It’s possible this could be an error in translation, but it’s an issue regardless.

- Last, the tritagonist, who has an aspect of uniqueness to their character, but they really have no depth. Depth is defined as the complex internal logic of a character that can be attributed to their actions and thoughts. The protagonist’s internal logic would be how he loves a story, and the deuteragonist's depth would be his unyielding resolve and his tragic fate. The tritagonist, however, just doesn’t have any of that. Many questions relating to “why” they commit a certain action just can’t be explained in the same level of depth as the other two characters. Nevertheless, they are still a rather interesting character that has other redeemable aspects.

- I’ll also add that SP is also a pretty well-written character on their tier as well, but they don’t have the same level of impact as the other three.

- VILLAINS: The villains for the most part are pretty dogshit and uninteresting. There are about 2 exceptions; One's a spoiler and the other's in the Dark Castle Arc (although this one's a bit mid in comparison, but they're better than the other villains in the novel), and that’s about it. Plus, one of them are overarching villains. However, I suppose the story is more orientated on the man vs nature/fate conflict (the nature/fate being the star stream itself) than man vs man. But it’s still a weakness that could’ve been improved regardless, because it's not as if improving villain writing would've impacted any other part of the story's integrity.

3. Fights: Now this is more of a nitpicky section, but it’s worth mentioning. Oftentimes during the fights in ORV, the positions of the characters aren’t described well, especially when there’s complex terrain/geography of the fight scene setting. This could also be a translational error, but it really makes the high-stakes moments of the story a lot more confusing to read. Half of the time, I don’t know where the hell a character is at in a given moment, so I make an assumption and keep reading until I see an event that contradicts the character’s position, and then reread the section. This just makes the overall reading experience a lot more shaky and annoying.

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ORV has some tough moments here and there for me, but there are some truly special moments that can make up for it somewhat. Overall, the novel is a pretty enjoyable read, but I don’t see myself ever rereading this novel ever again. Based on my review, I’ll give the story an overall rating of 6.5/10, rounding up a 7, which I feel is a generous score. Personally, I can’t find myself recommending this story, but it can still be worth checking out for some.

WN is already complete (551 chapters), here go! - 1. Story ★★★★★ - Well closed story, with good plots and back in time that is confusing at first, but is very simple to understand. About the "system" of the work itself, which I found FANTASTIC! It's been a while since you've been amazed at such a rounded and complex system without being overdone. - 2. Character ★★★★★ - Fantastic, all his personalities well built at first like the Original MC, and even he changes little by little along with the other characters in the story, even the Gods have their developments, which is fantastic if compare to other worksthat include mythological beings with a fixed personality (never changes).

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3. Enjoyment ★★★★★ - When you will have time to read, I was hooked and rushed the work, still well balanced comedy, plot things, a pleasant time reading.

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4. General ★★★★★ - Don't waste time and start reading, it's a great work with good characters, it has its "Deus Ex-Machina" because the MC knows about everything, but at the same time, everything can change it is the same? KEKW.

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PS: If you want romance, you don't have it unfortunately.

If you read this review thank you very much and may God bless you, I avoided spoiler XD.

Quick Note: I read the manhwa until ~100 and then continued with the web novel. My first ever manhwa I read was Solo Leveling which was mostly carried by its Godlike art. ( no flame to SL i I sincerely love it) Well now let me introduce you to Omniscient Reader: It combines beautiful art with an amazing story where you don't miss out on anything ... except romance lmao Here you really have everything you could imagine, an easily understandable fantasy format which you might be used to with a system. All of the characters that you get to know are pretty much amazing. There is no need totalk about 1 or 2 specifics because every single one of them develops through time at their own pace. Some might develop without you even noticing at first, but you'll definitly notice later on.

Now you may be thinking, ew system, not that again, but hold on, this is not your average system/power level.

It is simple enough for everyone to understand, but here is the twist: it is actually really deep, especially the power system.

As you can see, it's quite intense and difficult to comprehend, but only if you truly want to comprehend how strong everyone truly is/how someone can be so damn strong.

So for me, after reading most of the manhwa, it was a blessing because I normally only read manga, but hey look at me, I made it to chapter 350 of the novel today. There are so many emotions that you expierence, some where you can laugh with the characters or where you think you truly understand them. Well, sometimes you also cry with them or feel bitterly, but that's why we read, right? We are going on a rollercoaster of emotions, enjoying our ride with its ups and downs (well, the downs weren't really visible to me yet, but whatever).

tldr: Omniscient Reader is an emotional rollercoaster that I have thoroughly enjoyed up to this point.

+ it has the best story/plot that I have ever seen, and the characters are not thrown away and actually get development.

What can I say except it is the GOAT. The plot and everything in the light novel is something new never seen before. The writer is a genius. The lore is deep. So deep infact, you cant even understand it even after looking it up online. It had great twists which you didnt expect and so much more. It was a cool idea to have a story where the protagonist is not the mc of the story. Kim dokja isnt the most powerful troughout the story, but with his knowledge he seems like overpowered. The character development is one of the best I have seen.The protagonist may not change much, but oh man does the other characters change. Everyone in the rooster changes insanely from start to finish. It is insanely good.

I didnt read it to the finish because it is so damn long, but I had fun reading. The manwha adaptation is great and the novel art is even greater.

I am now depressed, because I cant find any other manwhas or light novels which would compare to this. If you have any please let me know.

The most important part is 4th wall chan is best girl.

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Damn, like what can I really say about this series at this point. reading Omniscient Reader is like a magic trick. At the start, you are a confused audience member who is staring at awe as something that shouldn't be possible. As the story/act progresses, information is given in small crumbs until the whole magic trick unravels. Once you finish the book, you see the whole trick, but you can't recall how it's done after a while. When you reread, you see all the plants for the trick and it begins to click in your head, and you begin to recollect more and more as the magic goeson. You catch the foreshadowing sprinkled throughout the manhwa. For the information that passed right over your head on first read through, you now see the crucial importance of it all and understand the actions and decisions of certain characters more. Whilst knowing how the trick is done, you are enjoying watching the magician do it. You lose no enjoyment just because you know how it works, and you're still entertained to see it unravel slowly.

By the end of my second read through, I'm left with one question: how tf do you even pull off a story like this?

story 10/10

I imagine the authors when writing this were like.....hmmm I like this aspect of this story, but wouldn't it be cool if there was a character with this ability as well? Oh sh*t, I also wanna add a little bit of time travel cause that stuff’s spicy. Damn, but I really like Greek Mythology, but also Korean Mythology. We definitely need to add like stars and universes and celestial beings and all that jazz. For that matter, I like twitch streams and video games too. What about like monsters and floating fairy demons that look like furry pacman ghosts with horns and stuff?

F*ck it, we're using EVERYTHING (I mean literally everything) and we're gonna make it work

.....And it works.

Characters 11/10 -

I didn't expect the main character, Dokja, to be so...interesting? During the introduction of his character, you think he's your typical loser loner weeb, who reads web novels all day, and he is! but he's also...not? As the events of the story begin to unfold and the web novel Dokja has been reading for the past 10 years becomes a reality, Dokja does a 180. He becomes cold, calculating, scheming, and sometimes I question whether I should even be rooting for him (at least in the beginning chapters). Also the character development and backstories we get on Dokja are genuinely shocking and add a lot of depth to his character. His character development through out the series is beautiful and I found myself rooting so hard for this guy to the point every arc drove over my heart with a 10 ton semitruck.

And it's not just him. Yu Junghyeok, the protagonist of the novel Dokja was reading, is also a fascinating character who gets a lot of development. I won't go much into his character since I don't want to spoil anything, but just know that his dynamic with Dokja had my eyes glued to the page, consuming each chapter like popcorn. Han Sooyoung is probably one of the best written female characters in a action/fantasy story that I've come across in general. Again, it is so hard not to spoil anything, but just know that she is a delightful addition to the chaotic trio of Omniscient Reader.

And it's not just the main characters! Even the side characters play a large role in the actual story and are genuinely well written and complex. Characters that you don't even think are essential to the story get care and time provided to flush out their inner workings, flaws, strengths, and ideals.

Enjoyment 11/10

This series had my brain in a knot and my eyes glued to the page throughout all 551 chapters of the novel as well as the chapters of the manhwa that are released weekly (currently there are about 117 chapters of the manhwa). A warning for the faint of heart, this series will probably emotionally scar you. I can still feel the ORV angst even after several months from finishing the epologue. It is both my comfort series and the series that causes me the most depression. I hope this series will get the appreciation and love it deserves and I hope that you will also have as much of a blast as I did while reading it!

I recommend starting with the manhwa and then switching over to the novel if you are hooked (that's what I did). The start is good, but the arcs only keep getting better and better as the series goes on until you reach masterpiece level. Have fun reading!

P.S. I wrote this review of the ORV manhwa's page before the novel was added to the sight

Imagine one day you're reading the final chapter in your favourite story on your way home from work, school, or a friend's place and suddenly just after you finish, the world from your story comes to life. All the characters and plot points from your favourite series have become reality and you know how it all ends. This is the reality that Dokja Kim lives in. The 551-chapter web novel "Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint" is an emotional roller coaster with a gripping plot. It becomes better with each scenario that occurs as more of the unknown is revealed to you, further immersing you in the world and itssecrets making it very hard to put down. It blends many kinds of stories together such as apocalyptic survival, mystery and mythological stories to keep you guessing.

It might be argued that the characters are what define this series because each one has received enough screen time to be fully developed and because of how realistic some of them may be.

The main character Kim Dokja, to me, encapsulated what it means to be a dreamer, someone much like me, the reader, who goes their whole life with their head in a book away from the outside world. As his whole narrative is based on reading stories, I personally latched onto him and he became a fictional character I could relate to through his struggles, motivations and personality.

I would highly recommend this novel as not only was it my first web novel, I feel as though its a great starting point to get into the world of web novels more and more.

Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint is probably the best work of fiction I have ever read and probably will ever read. It hits all the marks for a perfect novel such as: a unique story that can't be found anywhere else, insanely well developed and fleshed out characters, twists that made me scream in shock and disbelief, and worldbuilding and imagery that makes you really feel like you are in the novel itself. It also had an insanely good ending, which a lot of stories these days fall short on. Now more in-depth ratings: Story - 10/10 The most unique story possible, I still don't understand how the authors cameup with this and you really won't find anything similar to it no matter how far you search, and trust me, I've tried. The story is very thoroughly planned out from the beginning and even the most insignificant moment holds greater meaning later in the novel. I've never cried to a novel before this one, and I cried so much and so hard at the emotion-evoking moments that I've lost track.

Characters - 10/10

The characters are some of the best written, usually I can't even remember some of the main characters names, but in this series I was able to remember every single side character and minor characters names even if they hadn't appeared in numerous chapters. This just goes to show how well written all of the characters are with their own unique personalities and stories.

Twists - 11/10

No, 11/10 is not a typo the twists are so good that just giving it a 10/10 seems like an injustice. I usually am able to predict anything that is about to happen next in any book that I read but even though I had things spoiled for me, those same things that got spoiled still surprised me. The foreshadowing is insane, you can probably read the book from the beginning and in chapter 20 realize that it foreshadows an event that will happen in chapter 520. (ok that may be exaggerating a little but it's still insane). The numerous amount of times that I was blindsided by unexpected events and was caught in disbelief and shock is probably greater than any other work of fiction that I have witnessed combined.

Worldbuilding and imagery - 10/10

My reading comprehension is rather trash and I get confused really easily especially when reading a long book such as this, but even I was able to understand what was happening and where the were with vivid clarity. The author writes the book in a manner that seems like you really are at the events occurring in novel with such beautiful imagery and depictions of scenes that I just cannot wait to see how the manhwa adapts. I can really imagine every scene with beautiful scenery as well.

The worldbuilding also is insane, especially in a story with as many settings as this one. Even a vague mention of a place that the characters had been earlier in the story still brings to mind exactly what it looked like and what they did there.

Ending - 11/10

Again, 11/10 is not a typo the ending of this novel is absolutely absurd (in a good way). I can't really go too in depth with the ending without spoiling anything, but it is probably the best part of the entire novel which is saying a lot since this novel was absolutely fantastic. Many other current series really fall flat at the end but Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint goes out strong and honestly, even if the rest of the 551 novel was trash (which it isn't) then reading the entire thing just for the end would have been worth it.

Last Notes:

That is my in-depth rating, everyone should really read this. I know that 551 chapters may seem daunting at first but trust me, it is really worth it. Also, if you don't want to commit to that many chapters of a novel that you aren't even sure you will like, you can try out the manhwa and then if you really like it then you can read the novel.

P.S. why does it lag so much when I try to write my review this is so annoying.

"I can't read it anymore, because I'm scared it'll end too soon.” Excerpt From Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint Sing-shong (싱숑) 소 This quote explains pretty much my whole reading experience with ORV for the past few years. I have been avoiding the ending (about the last 50-60 Chapters) for years because I didn’t want this story, one of my absolute favorites and one that made one of the biggest impact on my teenage life, to end, reach the conclusion. But what would have Kim Dokja wanted?I would love to write a complete and detailed review but I literally have no words to describe how i feel right now. I think it’s enough just saying that its one of the best stories existing and nothing I have ever read compares to the impact this story made on me.

Arent we all little Kim Dokjas ourselves?

this novel has ruined all other books for me every time i try to read something all i can think is that theres no point since ive alreadly reached peak fiction. if you love reading than this novel was made for you and i cant recommend it enough i promise that youll love this novel. the mc is my favorite of all time and the way he narrates makes rereading the book an absolute blast i would die for him. i have never bought merch for a fandom before but now my room is slowly getting overtaken by it so yea!! please read this novel!!its slow at first and dokja is a bit of an asshole in the beginning but i promise its worth it!! he gets better!! just by a little tho!! also if ur new to orv i recommend that u start with the manwha and than switch to the novel after u catch up with it each manwha chapter is almost one chapter in the novel also dokja looks so good in it omg oughh hes the loml. yjh looks ok. ig

A story that could have been my favorite but which ultimately ended up being not for me. I had heard nothing but positive things about Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint (ORV) and I had high but reasonable expectations. When I first started reading it, it did manage to hook me quite well and I was enjoying the introduction of the whole world and the premise of the whole story. However, as I kept binging chapters, I don't know precisely what it was that made me feel this way but I started feeling that this novel wasn't exactly the groundbreaking experience I was hoping for. The arc with the 'Ichthyosaurus'was the first time I was taken out of the story to be honest but it wasn't anything I could not push past. I have never been one to be bothered by stories trying to take a somewhat bizarre or absurd approach, but then the next arc about poisonous fog happened and it honestly felt like the story had already started to drag in a way. I would have been fine with a slight dip but it somehow became a full on chore for me later on. I think it was the pacing but I am not sure. I don't know if it is just me but I really felt that at least in the beginning, ORV falls into a kind of a repetitive plot structure. It started feeling that there was a hidden formula to most arcs where Dokja faces an obstacle which he narrowly escapes and we get a minor revelation. Each arc becomes another quest to be completed bringing along with it new challenges, victories and betrayals. It may just be me but I definitely felt an 'arc fatigue' so to speak while reading ORV. Once the initial novelty wears off, a lot of the following arcs start feeling like variations of a theme, with a repetitive cycle of challenges, minor twists, and leading to further new arcs. This for sure made me feel that the pacing was a bit bloated.

Now, to be frank, I liked Kim Dokja as a character so I will give the show credit there. This whole premise of Dokja knowing the story beforehand definitely adds a layer of intrigue to a story that already feels quite layered. Add to this the fact that we also have the actual protagonist of the original story who is apparently a regressor (someone who restarts after death) interacting with Dokja and the possibilities are endless. However, I feel like ORV fails to capitalize on this wonderful premise and what was a unique premise soon devolves into a story that cycles through different tropes before falling back on familiar grounds making the whole story feel a bit generic despite having a fresh twist of putting the reader inside the story.

While I was almost on the verge of dropping the series, I decided to check and confirm if the show gets better soon to make sure I don't end up dropping the series prematurely. The answers I got instead made me drop it immediately. I was met with wide range of answers telling me that the show gets good after 100 chapters, someone said 180, someone was in fact delusional enough to tell me that the final 200 chapters are what elevates the story to another level. Someone said it is actually the epilogue, which are like the final few chapters, that makes the story the best piece of fiction ever created. It was at that point I was done. I could not in any way consider reading so many chapters before it supposedly got good. I thought it was crazy to be expected to give that kind of a massive time investment for what is essentially a gamble because there would always be a possibility that I still might not like it after such investment. I have always felt that a reader should not be expected to navigate through X number of chapters just for the promise of the story getting better. To be honest, if it has not grabbed me by then, then its clearly not for me.

Now, credit where credit is due, I can definitely see why some people love ORV and more power to you if you are one of them. I would be the first one to admit that the story definitely has its merits considering the large audience it resonates with. Unfortunately, I understood quite early on that I just don't belong to the group. I could easily write a more harshly worded review but I want to be respectful and not offend someone who really likes this. On a side note, this felt eerily similar to my experience with One Piece which is another long story beloved by its fan base but I just could not connect with it despite giving it multiple tries. I guess it is true that not every story is for everyone and that's fine.

The good thing is that an ORV anime adaptation has been announced and I suppose I will revisit this story when that releases. I hope a different medium of storytelling can make a difference. If the anime manages to hook me back into the story, I will definitely revisit the novel and give it another shot but till then, ORV is going on my 'not for me' shelf.

“A story with wings too large to fly.” 1. World-Building & Premise ORV starts strong. Its core concept, a man trapped in a world he once read as a webnovel, is rich with potential. The blend of meta-narrative mechanics, scenario-based progression, and apocalypse survival sets a fresh tone. The system of “constellations,” fourth-wall powers, and layered dimensions invites intrigue. However, what begins as an engaging and immersive setup soon spirals into clutter. As the narrative expands, the world-building becomes bloated with too many mechanics, rule-bending exceptions, and systems that don’t follow a coherent internal logic. Instead of deepening the story, the layers often make it more confusing andharder to stay invested.

2. Plot & Structure

The plot, initially tight and exciting, gradually loses focus. After the first 100–200 chapters, the story adopts a repetitive structure:

Problem —> Panic —> Dokja Monologue —> Convenient Artifact/Solution

This formula becomes the norm, and it robs the story of tension. Challenges are rarely solved through clever strategy or true sacrifice. They’re resolved because Dokja “remembers” some obscure item or narrative clause that saves him in the nick of time. The reliance on Deus Ex Machina solutions damages the pacing and undercuts emotional or intellectual investment.

The self-sacrifice trope is used excessively, to the point where it feels hollow. Rather than adding emotional depth, it starts to feel manipulative and stale. By the end, the emotional climax feels forced rather than earned.

3. Characterization

Kim Dokja (Main Character):

Marketed as a smart protagonist, Dokja is more of a plot tool than a character. He rarely demonstrates true ingenuity. Instead, he benefits from narrative convenience and unexplained foresight. His inner monologues attempt to frame him as thoughtful and strategic, but the writing doesn’t support those claims through meaningful actions.

Supporting Cast:

Most of the side characters fall into familiar Korean webnovel archetypes. They’re serviceable but unremarkable, existing mainly to orbit around Dokja and be an echo of his choices and experiences.

Antagonists:

The antagonists, unfortunately, are among the weakest parts of the story. None of them are particularly memorable or thematically resonant. Two standouts are the trans character and the one that gets unlocked via answers. They had potential to be unique and layered, but like much of ORV’s potential, they’re fumbled in the execution.

4. Themes & Emotional Impact

The themes of sacrifice, survival, and agency are present, but ORV rarely earns its emotional payoffs. Sacrifices lack weight due to overuse, and emotional beats often come off as unearned because they rely on the reader’s assumption of depth rather than building it.

Instead of developing its themes organically, the story leans on aesthetic “vibes” and tragic monologues to simulate emotional gravitas. While this works for some readers, it left me disconnected. The emotional climax, especially the ending, felt more like a checklist than a catharsis.

5. Execution & Writing Quality

The writing often struggles to support the complexity of the narrative. Instead of deep, strategic battles of wit, we get predictable resolutions based on plot mechanics. The prose relies heavily on exposition, monologue, and vague introspection. For a novel that frames itself around intelligence and narrative manipulation, the execution is surprisingly one-note.

The pacing is inconsistent, especially in the second half. Power scaling becomes meaningless, and internal logic is abandoned in favor of spectacle.

6. Final Verdict

Strengths:

A unique and ambitious premise

Creative use of metafiction and “reader” mechanics

Some solid early scenarios and world immersion

Weaknesses:

Excessive plot armor and narrative convenience

Unmemorable antagonists

Bloated structure and lack of consistent rules

Forced emotional beats and weak resolutions

Rating: 5.5/10

Omniscient Reader (Omni Reader) reminded me of why I loved reading comic books, light novels, and webnovels in the first place— because of my love for stories. Kim Dokja, the MC of Omni Reader, is also motivated by how much he cherishes his favorite story (Three Ways to Survive in a Ruined World, a.k.a. TWSA) during his narrative. As a recollection of one reader's (Dokja's) journey of being hurled into his favorite novel, TWSA, Omni Reader is truly a story for readers because it was created by a reader. My love for Dokja's story also started because, as a fellow reader, Dokja emphasizes the importanceof what I feel is the best part of appreciating stories during his own narrative: to reread the narratives that one adores because they are one's cherished stories. But other than that, what are you doing reading this review for Omni Reader? Stop dilly-dallying, get to reading Dokja's narrative already fellow readers!

P.S.

— I believe Omni Reader is a wonderful novel, but there is one thing preventing it from being an absolutely perfect story— music needs to be mentioned more in the narrative!!! XD

An overall amazing and satisfying read. The story is amazing the characters are great and the pace is really enjoyable. Every single arc is better than the last, everything written is relevant and the foreshadowing is crazy. It's such a perfect story that comes full circle beautifully, I could not recommend this more. The array characters are lovable and flawed, the plot has unique twists to it, the pace is varied, the setting is really well done and the story is just beautiful. I'm not well versed in web novels, but I've read my fair share of manhwas and I know this might look like every otherregressor/reincarnator/leveling/book or videogame becoming reality esque novel ever, but it's all of that and more and better. I admit I may be a bit biased, as I have grown very fondly of the characters and I haven't read that many manhwas or novels with similar themes, but the love I have for this novel is genuine.

It's funny, it's action packed, it's angsty and a little bit more angsty and it's sad and angsty and great.

The fandom is friendly and the art is just incredible. Disclaimer to not look at any fanart or edits because you'll get spoiled, even if you don't think you're getting spoiled, you're getting spoiled.

Overall, highly highly recommend, it's a superb read that will have you hooked from chapter 1 all the way to chapter 551.

If you've already read the manhwa, I recommend reading it from the beginning anyways (that's what I did) because the manhwa doesn't Include some great scenes and, at least I think, you'll find it to be much more enjoyable than the manhwa and it's easier to set the pace and understand the setting that if you abruptly switch from manhwa to novel.

tl;dr READ THE GOD DAMN THING PLEASE ITS SO GOOD

A beautiful but flawed masterpiece is the best way to describe ORV. It excels in many categories and has one of the best protagonist and side cast you'll find in any story but it also has just as many flaws. Protagonist: Kim Dokja is one of the greatest main characters of all time, from the start as a weak and helpless man struggling to do anything in his power to keep his loved one's safe, to gaining strength but losing just as much, from being isolated and alone to cherished and loved. Kim Dokja goes through a lot in his journey and his growth is absolutelyincredible, I cannot find any main character that is as good as him, he excels in any category you put him in, enjoyment, development, conclusion, dynamics, themes, etc.

Side cast : the ORV side cast is one of my favourites, the community mostly agrees that it's incredible and easily a 10/10 but to me it's different. I love the side cast especially the Kim Dokja Company however the main issue I have is a lack of fair screen time, some get too much, others too less, some just forgotten, ORV having a massive cast of characters also leads to a lot of issues. Overall the cast has some of my favourite and best characters ever but also some of the worst or wasted potential.

Plot : I don't want to say too much due to how intricate the story is, everything is connected so well from the characters, fights, emotions, ideologies, foreshadowing. ORV has an amazing story and absolutely incredible and in my opinion there's not a single bad arc.

Fights : the biggest flaw with ORV is the fights. I don't mean fighting but conflict, whenever there's a tense or suspenseful moment it gets ruined from an easy solution, random events or plot saving the characters, some may disagree with this take but it's true. Whenever there's an issue Kim Dokja comes up with an easy solution that kills the tension, even when he sacrifices himself it doesn't feel that way since he resurrects even stronger than before leaving the solutions having a sour taste. Also the actual fights in ORV are quite odd with the way they work and I didn't really like the author's writing style for it, just a personal preference.

Epilogue : This is going to be an incredibly hot take but the after story for ORV is not good, don't read it, it'll ruin your opinion of it. I will admit that the second half of the epilogue is amazing and one of the best arcs of ORV but the first half is like the author decided to write a fanfic and throw everything together.

Overall ORV is extremely good in most categories but once you finish it you'll see it's flaws and issues. That doesn't mean it's bad but just not perfect as most people say.

10/10

"Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint" by Sing Shong is a great work in the sphere of web novels since it opens completely new and interesting perspectives in the relations between a reader and a story. It is a story about Kim Dokja, an avid reader who one day wakes up to find himself in a world exactly like his favorite web novel. Through such progressive centrality in the world, his own knowledge of the plot lets him participate in or intervene in the action in ways that are deeply confronting yet richly enhancing of the narrative. The Not-so-good: Innovative Concept: Well, when a character becomes part of the storyhe previously viewed, that is a pretty fresh, exciting conceit. It brings together meta-narrative and speculative fiction in a way that's just new and will be embraced by a readership that loves a story about stories.

Intricate Worldbuilding: Sing Shong amazes his readers with a big, vividly thought-out world. In this novel, the setting is well described, and the lore he has developed so skillfully makes the plot deeper and more believable.

It won't be wrong to say that Kim Dokja was a pretty relatable protagonist; at the same time, one must appreciate how well he struggled to guide his character through twists and turns in the story. Equally appealing are the characters in the novel that add flavor to the unfolding plot.

Meta-Narrative Depth: The insight of the novel into the level of narrative control and the strength of telling is really provocative. It raises interesting questions about the nature of fate, free will, and how a reader's expectation might affect the unfolding of the story.

The Bad

Pacing Issues: Although the plot of the novel is interesting, it has pacing issues in some parts. Parts are considerably slower or repetitive compared to other parts, and that might be a factor in boring the readers who want the tempo to be even throughout a story.

Smashing Difficulty: On occasion, the plot of this novel and its meta-narrative trends are incomprehensibly complex. The switching of eyes along with the complex plot may be hard for those readers who always read a straightforward storyline.

Imbalanced Character Development: While good development can be seen in Kim Dokja's character, the supporting casts have some that at times are a bit one-dimensional, and the shallow motives and backstories really make things less impactful emotionally. Cultural References: The novel still carries lots from the web novel origin and the Korean cultural background, which might not appeal to the tastes and preferences of every reader from other cultures. Some of the translation misses out on certain cultural subtlety or references that make the story readable for an international audience.

Overall,

A very powerful story that invites reflective understanding. Overall rating - 9.9 A masterpiece

This is... a difficult story to rate. If you love stories, if you are a reader, I am sure the narrative themes will resonate with you. It is after all, a story about stories, reading, writing, creating, and how they all come together in one big circle. But that doesn't mean it is objectively well-written as a story itself. Story setting and themes: 9/10 I will be honest that before starting ORV, I thought I would be reading another one of those KR-isekai S*lo L*veling-esque stories, but no, it was far more ambitious than I thought it would be. The story and setting started in a subway carriageof 20? 30ish people, expanded to Seoul as a stage, then moving on to other planets, other dimensions, and the universe. I never once thought that the writers failed to rein in the vastness of the stage they set up the story in. There was a good control on the scale of things - of course some details or characters would be sacrificed in view of the larger scale but that was inevitable.

and the epilogue chapters brought it to a full close, which I very much appreciated.

Story pacing and writing: 6/10

So yes, when ORV gets good, it gets REALLY good. However, 550+ chapters is also pretty long. A quick search tells me that the English-translated version of ORV is around 1.3 million words - to put that into perspective, all seven books of Harry Potter is around 1.1 million words. Whew.

And that brings me to the argument that the pacing and writing in ORV is... not great. Yes there are some really good parts (can't get over the epilogues) but there are also a lot of unnecessary descriptions and side plots that the word count is simply wasted on. I don't need to read a paragraph on how the same kids ride on the same creature and how the same JK commands the same army in every single fight they engage in. I don't need to read about how someone brandishes a sword and another takes a stance and so on and how the gang all line up together in every single damn fight. Those just end up making reading a chore and a lot of things between the 73rd Demon King selection arc until the you-know-who kidnap arc are a blur to me because I just couldn't be bothered with some of the details. And not to mention the amount of mini-arcs and fights that happened in between that really kind of just muddled the real focus and climaxes. Even though they are less-important arcs in view of the whole story, the writers expanded on all the details and fights using similar descriptions, making it feel repetitive at times. Which is a huge shame, because, as I said, when it gets going, it GETS GOING. In my opinion some of these can and should get cut out to emphasize the real climaxes. I could be feeling this way partly because I binge read it in Korean and was eager to reach the Epilogue. Since it's not my first language, I read slower, but I do honestly think the pacing can be better.

Character: 8/10

The difficulty in dealing with ORV's cast is that, not only do the human characters vary widely in age, nationality, ethnicity, personality, and skills, the cast also includes other worldly beings, mythical creatures, inanimate objects, among others. In the grand scale of things, I thought that ORV had a pretty good hold on its large cast. But I wanted to highlight the three main pillars of ORV, and three of the most well-written in it.

A reader, a protagonist, and a writer. Three beings that need to gather in one place to make a story. Undoubtedly they dominated the screen time, and rightly so, and were the most interesting among the bunch. The writing and characterization were consistent, and subtle enough that it allows some room for interpretation. I shouldn't be putting the names to each role since that'll be major spoilers, but I also appreciated the care that was put into building the relationship and history between them, and that really tied in well with the theme and ending parts of the story.

Enjoyment: 7.5/10

A bit conflicted on this. I genuinely loved the themes and story setting. The characters were also very endearing. But this simply dragged out for too long, and that really affected my reading enjoyment. But overall, I really loved the premise, and I would love to find the time to reread this again.

Omniscient Reader is a story that aims to explain what it feels like to live vicariously through another world. Escapism isn't the most respected form of writing, and many times for good reason, but ORV aims to understand those who rely on it. Kim Dokja is a protagonist that mirrors the reader, mirrors me and my experiences more than any other I have come across. I haven't lived the same life, but I have escaped to different works of fiction to escape from my own boring real life. Varies tales have been vital to my life and have saved me from varies pains of life.Regardless of its few flaws, if the world draws you in or the characters make you feel seen, there will never be another world in fiction that feels quite the same, but if I believe that if you cant connect with the story being told, then despite its numerous strengths, it will be hard to appreciate this story.

Its been a bit since I've finished Omniscient Reader Viewpoint, All I can say is ORV is easily the most tragic, thought invoking and genuinely one of the best Novel I've ever personally read, the cast of characters, the dynamics and chemistry, the lore, foreshadowing, the protagonist and antagonist, the beginning, middle and the end it all accumulated and eventually became the Omniscient Reader viewpoint that I loved. First lets talk about Kim Dokja the sole reader of the Ways of the survival.] Kim Dokja is a very complex protagonist someone who was abused and found solace within Ways of Survival the very book that quiteliterally saved his life and one that eventually became his very own tragedy, as someone who's the sole reader of that novel and (alongside the Kim Dokja Company) was eventually thrust into that world without any warning whatsoever and thus through the knowledge of the novel he read till the end and with his comrades managed to create the ending he desperately wanted to the point where he would continually sacrifice himself and cause immeasurable pain to his companions all for him to experience his very own Epilogue for all eternity. next up is the regressor and protagonist of Ways of Survival Yoo joonghyuk

Yoo Joonghyuk being a regressor and similar to Kim Dokja being the only one who knew about ways of survival through experiencing the same tragedy over and over again even till 1800 turns until he eventually reached the final scenario all alone losing comrades and also him along the way yet thanks to Kim Dokja that he met in the 3rd turn he managed to get there without losing anyone, I loved his development throughout from wanting to regress every time something went wrong hoping it'll work out in the end, but thanks to Kim Dokja's words to live this turn and not think that by regressing things would turn out well, into wanting to live this turn with the comrades by his side regardless of what happens and how bad the outcome is, it just makes everything he went through very much worth it the growth and pain was worth it till the very end and is what made his journey throughout very heartbreakingly worth it.

Yoo Joonghyuks tragic journey of countless regressions being able to save a lone reader forsaken by many a people even if it was a mere person who's only hobby is reading webnovels he still saved someone and that made the journey somehow worth it while it may have been written for entertainment it still saved someone and that was enough for him.

next up is the writer Han sooyoung the one who wrote ways of survival and the one who technically kickstarted the entire tragedy of everyone yet she wrote it for that one singular reader who that very story saved him and thus she would continuously keep writing it for all eternity, I absolutely love the main concept of the reader, writer and the protagonist, they're all connected in some way and that's what makes them an amazing trio for me and one I can't help but just love them more and more they all bounce off well with each other, their chemistry, dynamic and well everything else after that.

I absolutely adored the found family found within the Kim Dokja Company compiled with the people who fought tooth and nail from the start till the end never backing down no matter what arose, its soo heartwarming how close to a real family they are sometimes they bicker sometimes they help but mostly they're always there for each other regardless of the what happens prior.

I love Omniscient Reader Viewpoint and I always will be so happy to have read it, everything about it is simply magnificent, I really can't put it into words how much I loved it nothing but pure greatness, from the scenario's to the constellations to the dokkaebis and outer gods that they had to face towards the final scenario at the very end it was nothing more than simply amazing and simply one of the greatest novels i've ever personally read and will always be.

'' This story is for that one reader''

Spoilers ahead. Read at your own risk. The most perfect webnovel I've read. But perfect doesn't always means best. It is my second favourite webnovel with first being Reverend insanity and third LOTM. Protagonist-10/10The protagonist here is you. Yeah, you read it right. The ending breaks the 4th wall and the novel comes into our reality and you beacome a part of the protagonist. The reader being a protagonist is something new.

World building-9.5/10

ORV's worldbuilding is not some masterpiece but it is one of the most complex worldbuilding possible. The paradoxes used, the timelines etc., are brain-frying concepts to understand.

Side characters-11/10

This is where ORV perfectly nails its job. Those who think ORV's side characters are one dimensional or two dimensional are those who read this story with their ass. Every character have their development gradually to the point that you will cry non-stop due to their suffering. My personal favourite is Han Sooyoung.

Foreshadow- 11/10

If I were to say about foreshadow, the ending is kind of... foreshadowed from the beginning. Dokja is an unreliable narrator. The ending explains why the narration is a little ambiguous.

Emotional attachment-1000/10

The emotional moments in this story is phenomenal. My record is I cried non-stop for about half an hour. I am too emotional guy. I can't tolerate tragedy that much. Whenever I see a video related to orv, it ruins my mood. The depression it gave me is unreal.

Conclusion- Goated/10

ORV's conclusion is unbeatable in entire fiction. Only those who [understood] the ending properly can agree. Those who don't agree with this are idiots who can only understand things only if they're explained in a detailed way by the author.

Overall- Maximum-possibe/10

1. This story doesn't have any plotholes. There are handful of things that are unexplained but they are not plotholes. For this story you have to think, you have to deduce yourself why it is not a plotholes.

You can skip this part. I am going to explain some symbolic meanings hidden in this story that I gradually came into conclusion.

1. Do you know why YJH, KDJ, HSY have too much narrative impact and side characters to have significant narrative impact? Like, the universes of ORV doesn't exist if one of these doesn't exist. It is because a story is incomplete without author, reader, protagonist or side characters. This is beautiful, isn't?

2. HSY likes dokja right? Like every author likes their reader. Dokja loves joonghyuk and other side characters right? Like every reader likes their favourite story's character.

There are many more symbolic meanings behind their actions. But I am too lazy to write.

[But I can say one thing for sure. The fact that you who are reading this story will survive.]

[This is a story for just that one reader.]