The Impeccable Adventure of the Reluctant Dungeon

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Description

A dungeon’s sleep is never easy.

After getting reincarnated as a dungeon, Theodor thought he’d finally get some rest and relaxation. That changed when a bumbling old hero stumbled into him and died, making Theodor the target of adventurers everywhere.

Masquerading as a house in the small town of Rosewind, Theo must now do whatever it takes to remain unnoticed… even if it means creating an avatar to interact with people or go on a mission set by the annoying Earl Rosewind!

Follow the adventures of a dungeon dragged out of its own body on an adventure it never wished to be a part of.

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Information

Status: Ongoing
Year: 2022
Author: Lise Eclaire

Royal Road Stats

Rating: 4.5/ 5.0
Followers: 1,807
Views: 168,858

Chapters(47 total)

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Community Reviews(10)

Nomad_00Royal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
A wonderful story, really funny, charecter is entertaining, the side charecters as well being very distinctive and unique.
Only two slightly, tincy wincy, barely negative observations I have is 1) there are some typos, nothing horrible as it very really appears and easily missable. 2) the epilog is quite short a slightly rushed, leaving a mystery that I quite liked
Over all very good. I really want a second book. I would pay for it ngl
Edit: (finally! Book number two!) Still good!
BlaubeeroelRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
I don not have much to say other than this is a masterpiece.
It pulls you in from beginning to end and never lets you go.
The end came quite quick and unexpected, but in hindsight it was amazing.
I truly hope for more novels from this talented author as his amazing writing always lightened up my day, when I read it.
Every good thing must come to an end, and this story didn't fade out but chose when to go, and did it whit a bang.
All in all it was a great read and I would definitely recommend it.
E.B.L.Royal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
It’s such a funny story with a new interesting take on seriously everything! You don’t often get main characters or storylines like this and it’s so easy to just binge. I just hope the author never stops writing so I can always just come back to this awesome book and story idea. Seriously love so much about it and seriously considered giving it five stars. Plus the main character and his two creations are serious vibes half the time and I love it. It’s hilarious!
ZSGRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Loved the book/books!
The Isekai turns a corporate minion into a héro just the long way round. Reluctant is a very apt word for the dungeon but when push comes to shove he does the right thing most of the time and the lazy thing the rest.
Bonus the 4 books are complete and it's rare enough to find a good dungeon/Isekai/litrpg that's finished that even based on that you should give it a read.
There are few tables and stats but good progression in both the hero and dungeon.
Lots of awkward but extremely appropriate and appreciated humour especially when you can truly tell the universe has it in for him 🤣
Support characters are the absolute best. The mute single minion, the spirit guide, the earl/duke and the repurposing of people we loved are frankly insane but works so well within the confines of the story.
The ending of the series is very HEA with somthings left to be done. Each book resolved it's arc nicely if not neatly and set up hints for the next book.
The action is fairly constant and the leveling proceeds in an expected fashion. He isn't competent nor incompetent just operating outside the presumed standard paramenters.
Whew I hit the 200 words. Read the dang books it's worth it!
The CollinsRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Everything that I was looking for in a story.
It started off with by doing its own thing (which is very good an non trope-ie), came together with well written events and well developed circumstances. Now, it has my interest so that I am not skimming over parts like a lot of other stories that are just full of filler. I feel like I need to read every part because it actually has substance and meaning for future events and that is wasn't written just to fill a chapter. I enjoy that very much.
Well done, very well done.
John DoveyRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
This story has barely begun, but I was impressed enough by the concept that I felt a review was merited.
I really like the concept of a lazy dungeon core. This is that old axiomatic saying that if you want a job done well, then give it to a lazy man because he'll find the most efficient way to do it.
Andrew616Royal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
This story is just a lot of fun to read. Ridiculous situations and unlikely events turn into epic battles anf laugh out loud bits. I quite enjoy Sir Myk. Hes honestly the best minion ever!!!
All that aside, the writing is very well done, the system is well developed and balanced (not just 'good' 'evil') there are adventurers, heros, mages, dungeons, abominations, gods, demons and a plethora of other factions, all with their own goals and their own take of Good vs evil. Its great fun to read and navigate this adventure with our lazy hero out to save the world in order to get some peace and quite.
PunpopeRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
Theodor's plight, reincarnated into an unexpected role, unfolds with wit and charm as he navigates the perils of unwanted attention and reluctant quests. The narrative's clever blend of humor and intrigue keeps the reader engaged, while Theo's struggle to maintain anonymity amidst Earl Rosewind's demands adds depth to the storyline. A delightful read that offers a fresh perspective on dungeon tales, filled with entertaining escapades and unexpected twists.
TilaztRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
Light and fun, very entertaining and surprisingly well flowing story. Generally nothing bad to say about it, and it’s even complete as a nice bonus. I binged this in an evening that navale a night, so depending on your reading speed expect 8-12 hours of adventure. 10/10 would recommend.
if there is anything I would critique it is that the caractères feel a tiny bit too light hearted at time, and the jokes felt slightly ajar with the stakes of the narrative. But only slightly.
TelRoyal Road
★★★★ 4.0
The spelling is sort of bad with a lot of "wrong word" spell check errors. It needs a good editor to do a sweep or at least a couple readers willing to markup the chapters with edit suggestions.
otherwise it is funny in a put upon lazy guy way.
characters are maybe a bit shallow but the pacing is good and fast so it's hitting more high notes than low with the dialog.
overall it's a decent "don't think about it too hard" dungeon novel.