Death After Death (Roguelike Isekai)

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When Simon dies, it turns out there's more to combat than lightning reflexes with his controller, and the path to becoming a hero is more brutal than he can imagine as he descends intoThe Pit.Death after Deathis a dark, time loop/Isesaki story with roguelike elements, that explores some of the common tropes in a different light. This story is all about character development. It starts slow, and it never stops, as our protagonist improves slowly but surely, death after death after death. Updates Monday, Wednesday, Friday.

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Status: Ongoing
Year: 2022
Author: DWinchester

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Rating: 4.6/ 5.0
Followers: 7,119
Views: 6,046,013

Chapters(381 total)

What readers say about Death After Death (Roguelike Isekai)

“Good so far, can't wait for this story to progress a bit. Had me hooked early on. And i can not wait to start on some of the authors other stories as well.To the Author- Thank you for taking the time to keep an old fart like me entertained.”
I Disagree With Everything Because Im An ArseholeRoyal Road5.0 / 5
“As of ch110 the story has yet to leave me exhausted like many typical litrpgs seem to do these days. No stat vomit every 5 pages, no internal deliberation about every ability evolution only to pick the most blatantly obvious choice. I have never once felt c…”
Andre SideritschRoyal Road5.0 / 5

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Community Reviews(10)

I Disagree With Everything Because Im An ArseholeRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Good so far, can't wait for this story to progress a bit. Had me hooked early on. And i can not wait to start on some of the authors other stories as well.To the Author- Thank you for taking the time to keep an old fart like me entertained.
Andre SideritschRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
As of ch110 the story has yet to leave me exhausted like many typical litrpgs seem to do these days. No stat vomit every 5 pages, no internal deliberation about every ability evolution only to pick the most blatantly obvious choice. I have never once felt compelled to just keep scrolling until I see the author has moved on. The writing just doesn't feel like it wastes my time.
The somewhat variable pacing feels good, with sections of intense despair and suffering, to self discovery and slice of life breaks, and action segments. It all comes together to give the reader an intimate understanding of the main character and his development over the decades stuck in the pit.
The world is immensely enjoyable to me, and I love the way it starts confusing and disconnected, only to be slowly connected through actual story telling. I could gush for a while.
For me, the story has been a great example of "show, don't tell". I've thoroughly enjoyed the story thus far and look forward to continuing catching up on chapters and beyond.
Bluelightning42Royal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
...hero.
Heroes arn't always the strongest, arn't always the most selfless. Arn't the smartest (ho boi) or the kindest. Instead, sometimes heroes are simply those who struggle the most. The characters that have the most growth.
This is a story about growth. The main character starts off flawed. He's delusional, has an inflated sense of self-worth and a chronic tendency to pass blame to others for his misfortune. Perhaps his one "good" trait from the very start is a stubborn "get back up again" drive that causes him to throw himself into the gauntlet again and again.
In his situation he needs that. It's almost like his super power.
Alot of the early floors are comprised of him throwing himself forward using nothing but pure spite.
Very quickly he starts to mello some of his worse traits while growing on you...growing on you like a fungus sure, but still one you are invested in. Alot of the early deaths are satisfying - because he deserves it and watching a tool get tortured is fun.
But as he progresses through floor after floor he starts changing. He starts growing as a person. moving past his flaws and gaining more heroic traits.
He's failing but he's also started growing and you can actively see that growth.
I love when progression fantasy touches upon more than just pure strength. This series does have that - a typical time loop style growth where he gets better at fighting and strategy - but it also has alot of heavy character growth. Sure its taking a while and by the current chapter he's nowhere close to being a pinacle human...but its steady and semi consistent with no end currently in sight.
I think a turning point in the story is when you stop laughing at his pain and start wincing. You start caring enough about the character that his pain is no longer as fun to watch. Its a weird sort of subversion where getting invested pulls you away from the premise and I really don't know if I like it or not.
I'm wincing quite a bit in the newest chapters and I'm just w
CerynixRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
I expected a silly little time loop power fantasy. But, not well developed characters and an exploration of the meaning of life.The protagonist starts off as your stereotypical NEET but as the series goes he matures. The story deals with themes like human loneliness, whether the ends justify the means, and what makes a life worth living.
Confused GooseRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Simon is a special kind of mc. He is dense and self-important yet in a way relatable. Maybe not a self insert kind of relatable, but we all have some bad habits we justify to ourselves or God forbid know someone like Simon.
In short, Simon is a stereotypical shut in gamer. Extremely so, but stereotypes do come from reality so he is still a believable character even if a bit extreme. Simon is the guy that would unironically call himself a weeb and be proud about it.
Personally I find the story quite interesting and enjoyable, but I can see how it may not be for everyone. I also believe the story works quite a bit more if you have previously read a lot of generic Isekai (or otherwise self insert fantasy), because the volume 1 is partially being carried by the fact that the familiar Isekai formula is being twisted into something more fresh.
I also love interesting worlds, magic systems, ect. Which this story certainly has, although it is being explored quite slowly due to the lack of intelligence on the mc part.
Suicide argument:
Some people seem upset about the suicide in the begining of the story. Claiming that it was not given enough, importance? Weight? I don't quite know what. But seriously, Simon jumps onto the incoming traffic because - checking notes - he wants to be isekai'd. Let that sink in.
He ends himself because he wants to live in a magical world, not because life actually was horrible or society did him dirty.
Had he been given an actually heavy reason for the suicide and then glossed it over as it was, i may have also had an issue. But there was not, he did it just because and so the story treats it as not a very important detail.
And for those who think it's offensive, insensitive, etc. Well, life in general is rude and insensitive, so if you're angry at just a mention of suicide, maybe dont read stuff tagged with "traumatizing content" warning.
Is this a torture p*rn?
TL;DR: Maybe, but I don't think so.
First of all, I don't even quite know what that
DedMan803Royal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
From abandoned cellars to the gates of hell, Death After Death maintains an intriguing hold on your mind. A unique story with an actively growing character, I truly think this is in my top three favorite books, nay, top two!
With a rather unique story follows a distinguishably great style. Mixing intelligence and stupidity in a shockingly smooth manner. The story flows with purpose and a bigger goal, yet still finds a focus on the small things.
The world is engaging and detailed, and the magic system is incredibly nuanced yet well-established! As I learn them, I personally find myself uttering words of power throughout my daily activities (and sometimes worrying that I'm cursing my soul as I do).
Though there is an occasional slip-up in grammar, nothing extreme sneaks through the quality control. The author is certainly well-learned, and uses large words with confidence and with grace.
The character is well written, and grows immensely as the story progresses. From an entitled brat to a hardened soldier, and eventually an analytical strategist. I truly believe that Simon may be the first to conquer the impossible dungeon.
Truly a magnificent article of writing. I hope that when it is finished, I might procure a paperback and hardback version!
Exquisite KittyRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Amazing story! I cannot get enough of how amazing and unique the story is. The magic system has real consequences and it’s fun to watch him figure it out and try to be a good person at the same time. I really cannot predict where this plot is going and that’s more than you can say about a lot of new stuff coming out! Thanks for making an amazing story!
Goliath5410Royal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Interesting take on a time loop with a mc that gets pretty much exactly what he deserved and nothing of what he wanted. It's entertaining and not afraid to get into some of the darker sides of a story that are often overlooked. Lifes not a video game and some people have to learn that the hard way.
GreenDragoRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Very unique story, great character development, surprises at every turn. Read up to the last free chapter to date (290) and thoroughly enjoyed. Author, don't listen to the haters. You have a great vision for this story and it has served you well so far. Have a good day,
-GreenDrago
IshmaelRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
this story keeps me wanting more of it. My only complaint is the layout of some information. The pacing of the story is great, there are many different arcs that play well together. The mini arcs all push Simon's character in different directions. Simon isnt single dimensional either and learns from his mistakes. Cant wait for more!