Charred The Final Hope

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Status

Hiatus

Author

Burkion

Reviews

Community Reviews(3)

• CatVIRoyal Road

  ★★★★★ 5.0

  I needed a fiction like this. I needed some mecha alien action. But most of the cases the omnipotent author does something to piss the hell out of me and I drop similar stories on royalroad.
  But this story, is just right. The plot is NOT forced. Things go wrong yes, but they are not FORCED to go wrong.
  And the characters, the characters actually freaking have depth to them. Such a rare thing on RR now.
  In any case, this is a story I can actually read and enjoy. Highly recommended.
• Harmonious Arkos SlothRoyal Road

  ★★★★★ 5.0

  Ever watch a movie with a giant monster fight, or a mecha battle anime and think: 'This is nice, but it needs more realism!'
  Well then Charred is the story for you!
  Unlike many of the stories that feature giant robots and monsters, this story focuses on what we've all come to see: monster vs. giant robot.
  Instead of a grandly-scaled space opera setting, or spending half the run time justifying the monster's existence with overly complex backstory and pseudo-science, Charred's scale is more akin to an episode of Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers (Which, if you're a fan of, you should check out his other story Lightning Brigade).
  The pacing reflects this. The plot is tightly focused, allowing only for brief moments of plot advancing character development that serve as a chance to catch your breath among all the battles.
  Charred's strength is in its quaint, minimalist setting, and small cast of characters. This allows each of the characters to be significant in some fashion, to drive the plot forward.
  No one is insignificant. At its core, this is a story that is as much about the enduring of humanity, the unshakable will to push forward, and survive as it is about giant monster fights.
  Whether it's the main character Paul finding the strength to protect others despite his infirmed body and guttering spirit, or Barry Kingston trying to cope with his estranged family while being the best husband, the human elements of the story are a significant draw of the tale.
  Each of the characters adds an emotional depth to the story, grounding a classic sci-fi trope in realism amidst all the giant monsters and death.
  It is sure to appeal to even those that aren't necessarily fans of either of the main genres simply because of the relatable human element and the struggle of humanity against seemingly insurmountable odds.
  Whether it's the juvenile humor of Rub1's jokes, or the Saprodon falling to earth to consume everything, the story flows well. No outstanding grammar or style issues. A
• dbfassbinderRoyal Road

  ★★★★★ 5.0

  I've been watching this project take shape for years, since I know quite well. This book is a passion project that is informed by a deep and abiding love of classic monster movies. It combines a tale of personal loss and decay with the politics of the time, and doesn't pull many punches.
  Style:  The style is kinda in the vein of Stephen King, economical and direct. It flows smoothly as you read it.
  Story: Unlike the B movies that inspired it, Charred doesn't have to worry about its budget and gets moving quickly.
  Grammar: I didn't spot any grammatical errors.
  Character Score: Each character has a distinctive voice and personality. They are established quickly and succinctly, and you can't mistake any character for any other character.
  Summary: Strong recommend, very different from the normal faire here on Royal Road.