Accidental Reaver

Self-Published

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Description

B1 is now on Amazon KU:here.

People vanished for years, and Luke is the last to discover why.

Unknown beings transported humanity in mass waves to a realm where they cling to the edge. Near-godly monsters, beasts, and mythical creatures dominate the best 'core' lands.

Luke, the last man on Earth one moment, finds himself in a monster-infested cave the next. His survival hinges on one decision: choosing a class. Drawn by nostalgia, he initially picks herbalist. A twist of fate sends him down a different path, becoming the next Reaver.

Catapulted into a class trial with his life on the line, Luke's heart gains a three-day timer. Steeling his will to escape the cave and possibly find his father, Luke battles for every breath in this relentless reality.

Last to arrive in a hostile new world, Luke must master the dark arts of a Reaver to survive.

Releases a chapter every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 07:12 EST

Information

Status: Ongoing
Year: 2024
Author: S.J Scarth

Royal Road Stats

Rating: 4.1/ 5.0
Followers: 1,749
Views: 508,095

Chapters(202 total)

What readers say about Accidental Reaver

“**Overall:** "Accidental Reaver" introduces readers to a thrilling LitRPG world with a unique blend of mystery, humor, and danger. While still in its early stages, the story holds promise, fueled by engaging characters and a quest-driven narrative. **Style:…”
Lucian T. EinarRoyal Road5.0 / 5
“Absolutely adorable corvid friend! Also I'm a bit curious about the fact that humans have apparently been slowly disappearing into another dimension. I really want to see where that plotline goes. And again, awesome birb! Also the talking compass has a lot…”
Zoe BRoyal Road5.0 / 5

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Community Reviews(10)

Lucian T. EinarRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
**Overall:**
"Accidental Reaver" introduces readers to a thrilling LitRPG world with a unique blend of mystery, humor, and danger. While still in its early stages, the story holds promise, fueled by engaging characters and a quest-driven narrative.
**Style:**
The writing style, while clear and concise, carries a conversational tone that immerses readers into the protagonist's journey. The narrative navigates the challenges of a draft, maintaining readability, which I guess might be challenging during a Writathon where is more about quantity over quality. The storytelling is fast-paced, filled with incidents that keep readers eagerly turning the pages.
**Story:**
The story embarks on a quest-driven adventure with a focus on combat. The plot, though somewhat bare-bones in its early chapters, promises to tease at a labyrinthine dungeon with mysteries waiting to be found. The essence of the LitRPG elements feels immersive.
**Grammar:**
The grammar is generally sound, with only minor hiccups that do not disrupt the overall reading experience. Given the ongoing Writathon, there's room for polishing in subsequent drafts once it's finished, ensuring a smoother narrative flow. Frankly, I'm not very good at finding mistakes, so far everything looks just fine for me.
**Character:**
Characters shine in this tale, providing a delightful mix of charm and amusement. Luke, accompanied by his loyal crow Sooty and the sarcastic Wayfinder, forges a unique trio that adds humor to the gritty setting. The characters' interactions create a sense of camaraderie. There's potential for more character growth.
**Synopsys:**
Luke's unexpected journey begins with a transfer to a mysterious dungeon, facing goblins alongside his crow companion, Sooty. A twist of fate leads him to choose the enigmatic ??? class, setting in motion an adventure as an Essence Reaver. Trapped with a talking compass and deadly monsters, Luke strives to escape the cave and find his father. The story promises a captivatin
Zoe BRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Absolutely adorable corvid friend! Also I'm a bit curious about the fact that humans have apparently been slowly disappearing into another dimension. I really want to see where that plotline goes. And again, awesome birb! Also the talking compass has a lot of character. And of course, the main character is decidedly swell. It's a classic "boy and his dog which is actually a bird and an ornery old old man trapped in a dangerous nightmare cave system filled with horrific monsters with an undercurrent of comedy that adds levity, only to make the most dramatic and dangerous moments all the more impactful" story.
DarkodiaRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
In a tale where destiny meets chance, "Accidental Reaver : A LitRPG" follows the journey of an unwitting hero thrust into a subterranean world of danger and mystery. Accompanied by a feathery ally, the protagonist navigates the labyrinthine depths with only his wits and an uncanny ability that seems to bend the very essence of objects to his will. This narrative masterfully intertwines the suspense of close encounters with otherworldly inhabitants and the allure of ancient magic, personified by a curiously ornery compass with a penchant for sarcasm.
The essence of this story is not simply in the harrowing trials faced but in the transformation of our main character as he grapples with a newfound power that is as cryptic as it is potent. The writing adeptly balances the grim ambiance of the cave with moments of levity provided by the unconventional guidance of a Scottish-tempered artifact.
"Accidental Reaver : A LitRPG" crafts an immersive experience through minimalistic exposition, inviting readers to piece together the lore and logic of its universe. The enigma of the Essence Reaver and the puzzling Door of Trials culminates in a narrative that is as compelling as it is mystifying, ensuring that the journey is just as paramount as the destination. With its blend of suspense and the fantastical, the tale promises an odyssey rife with potential and perils, where every decision could lead to fortune or folly. Embarking on a path littered with the unknown, this story casts a spellbinding shadow over the reader, crafting a saga that lingers long after the last page is turned, beckoning adventurers to ponder the depths yet unexplored.
PrinceApocalypsRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Story: An intriguing and engaging story, which combines elements of mystery and fantasy. The protagonist, Luke, finds himself in a perilous situation and, guided by his loyal crow companion and a sentient compass, embarks on a quest to explore a mysterious tomb. The plot has a lot of potential and captures the reader's attention. The introduction successfully creates a sense of urgency and intrigue, making the reader want to learn more about Luke's situation and the world he has entered.
Style: The chapters are structured well, with clear and concise paragraphs that make it easy to follow the story's progression. The narrative follows Luke's pov. Adding his crow 'sooty' and the Scottish sarcastic compass 'wayfinder' to the mix makes the story a very enjoyable read.
The only thing taking away a bit from the story is
Grammar: The story generally exhibits good grammar and syntax. The paragraphs are properly separated and easy to read. However, there are some minor errors, such as missing or misplaced punctuation, that could be improved for better readability. Few occasional changes in tense, makes it a bit hard to follow the sequence of actions Luke takes.
Character: Now the characters are what makes this story so amazing for me. Luke and Sooty's interactions make reading fun. Wayfinder's delivery of lines add humor to the story. The characters development is something I'm looking forward to.
Overall: A promising story with an interesting premise, likable characters, and a hint of humor through the dialogue with the cranky compass. The narrative has a lot of potential for character growth and world-building as Luke embarks on his quests. Overall, it's an enjoyable and engaging read that leaves the reader curious about what lies ahead in this fantastical world.
GwalmeichRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Engaging characters: Caw! Awesome world building: Caw! Epic battles: Caw! Well written: Caw! If you don't read this story, you'll be cursed to be pecked by every murder of crow you'll encounter from now on! What are you wanting for? Give it a try! Oh, and make sure to pay tribute to Sooty, preferably in shiny things.
MinasbukowskillRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Love this story, thank God we're back baby! Missed this story badly on the off time. I look forward to every chapter drop. This author is freaking awesome. Great pacing, characters, the world makes sense and is unique. I hope we get to see a Dwarven city or outpost soon. Keep up the fantastic work you are a fantastic writer!!
Loki's ChildRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
So far not as angst driven as a lot of these types of stories, though it does have its moments of drama. Side character are a little 2D but from what I can tell there is plenty of time left in the story to fix that. Really if you need a reason to read this its name is Sooty that's all you need.
Edit: Characters are getting more filled out, it really has become a very likable story and of course we can't forget Sooty.
Ria CorvidivaRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
Our story begins when our hero Luke and his intrepid corvid companion, Sooty, find themselves brought to an otherworldly, fantastical dungeon through means which I will generously describe as 'somehow'. After a mishap leaves our hero choosing the mysterious ??? class, he becomes an Essence Reaver with the ability to steal the life force of his enemies and bestow buffs and debuffs to allies and enemies, respectively.
The story thus far is a little bare-bones, with our hero, his trusty sidekick, and the angry, swear-happy artifact compass Wayfinder forced to navigate deeper into the dungeon hoping to find a way out. As expected, there are any number of traps, monsters, and other challenges for our protagonist to overcome, and enough tension to keep the reader going.
However, where the story lacks, the characters provide in droves. The bond, the implicit trust between Luke and Sooty, the arrogant, sassy, smart-talking Wayfinder, and the trepidatious yet determined Luke. All of these characters, both individually and in their interactions with one another, are cute and amusing, and provide the necessary levity to keep the gritty setting from becoming too mired in grimdark despair. Wayfinder's heavy Scottish(? -- that's how i read it, anyway) accent is a bit tough to parse at times, but in my opinion, it's to the story's benefit that it's hard sometimes to figure out exactly what it (he?) is saying.
I do have to ding a little bit for style and grammar -- the story sometimes seems to try to veer from 3rd person to first person, and I'm not sure whether the story is going for limited or omniscient PoV either. There's also a bit too much filtering in some places, but it's not overly immersion breaking.
One other thing I didn't care for is that I felt the story and prose devoted a little too much time to the LitRPG component, with perhaps close to 10% of words in some chapters just describing various skills and showcasing the slight improvements that they gain as they
S.nufflesRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
Accidental Reaver has some challenges that come with an otherwise promising story. It is still early days at the time of this review so that will need to be taken into account.
Style: is a clear and concise one. It's a style that works well with the genre and does this story justice. Fast and to the point, it delivers story very well and lets the reader fill in the details for themselves. Although it works well, some readers may find a lack of imagery, which is why I took off half a star.
Grammar: is fine. There's no quarrels about it here, only that personally the double space was jarring sometimes.
Story: is a little weak at the start. Other reviews mention this, but it is a little bare bones. Most of the runtime is taken by fights and ability progression and not necessarily explanations, story beats or world-building. I do believe it'll open up eventually, however.
Character: is distinct and recognisable. Each character so far is pretty easy to follow and likeable. I did have issues with a few cliche lines and the fact that the main character seems to be fine with being in a cave with powers, but other than that the interactions present carry this aspect of the book.
Overall: a slow, but respectable start. Can't wait to see where it goes from here.
iron_feRoyal Road
★★★★ 4.0
A nice dip into the genre.
While at times the voice of the narritive can become muddled, overall
this is a fun story with some numbers that go up; without being a "hard"
style system.
The combat scenes are well written, if a little confusing at times.
Overall a good adition to RR, and a fun story to read.
Also, Sooty best birb.