There Are No Heroes: A Fantasy and Isekai Tale of Villains

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What if you were transported to another world? Would you have magic, become a hero, or be corrupted by power?

If you're here looking for overpowered heroes, you might as well leave. This story isn’t about heroes. Why? Simple: they don’t exist.

Here, you’ll find villains – and, at best, anti-heroes whose actions end up shaping the world around them. To read this story, you need to understand that the world already has its own history unfolding behind the scenes, independent of any protagonist.

Roosevelt? Erase him, and everything will continue as it should.Kaori? Kill her, and kings and queens will still do what must be done.Magnus Bridge? Try to suppress him and... well, you’ll find out what happens.

As Christopher Roosevelt relies on his wits to survive amidst sheer strength, and Kaori Tanaka wrestles with the moral dilemmas of overwhelming power, the inhabitants of this world – including the mad mage Magnus Bridge – follow ruthless paths to achieve their own goals. A tale of ambition, choices, and the limits of humanity.

Updates:One chapter per day.I prefer short chapters so readers don’t get overwhelmed, so follow the story to get notifications. Also, Roosevelt told me not to be "annoying" with descriptions.

Discord:Magnus will decide when to create one. I just follow orders.

Patreon:Kaori said that as long as we have a true sponsor, there's no need.

Information

Status: Hiatus
Year: 2025
Author: RoseLord

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Rating: 4.6/ 5.0
Followers: 15
Views: 8,124

Chapters(32 total)

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Community Reviews(7)

HassiniRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
I want to start by saying that I am closely observing the evolution of the story and I can see the potential that Rose possesses. Not only as a writer in his work, but as a connoisseur of the greatest art: writing.
About the story: it completely breaks the repeated things we find in Isekais just to show a rich world with more than three characters together, and even so, divided into one world.
Speaking of the world, I believe that when I read it the first time, I thought it might have a static dynamic, but again, Rose managed to increase the repertoire chapter by chapter to get to where we see it. The dynamism of the story is interesting.
Regarding grammar, I believe that errors are common, but Rose has always made herself available to correct and improve. Above all, as he proves to be a great listener, he is also becoming a good storyteller.
I hope that you will reach the highest degree of simplicity in writing, because the simpler it is to try to write, the more complex the exercise becomes.
Keep up the good work - always listen to others and continue to build your empire within your works.
You'll go far, Rose - from one writer to another.
CKJ5Royal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
There Are No Heroes is a dungeon Isekai story that blends fantasy, adventure, and mystery, featuring multiple compelling leads.
Story
The first two chapters introduce us to Mangus Bridge, who appears to be the main antagonist (or perhaps an anti-hero), and Christopher Roosevelt, a key figure in the story’s progression. Mangus’s PoV immediately establishes his deep understanding of magic and his willingness to use it, giving us a glimpse of what he is capable of. Meanwhile, Christopher’s PoV takes us through his unexpected arrival in this new world, setting the stage for his journey. Their paths seem intertwined, creating an intriguing dynamic that adds depth to the unfolding story.
Style
The story is told in first-person, which fits well with the genre. The prose is solid, with vivid descriptions and smooth pacing that keep the narrative engaging. While there are moments of long inner monologues—such as Mangus reflecting on his research—these generally serve to develop the world and characters, though they occasionally slow immersion.
The author does an excellent job of introducing Christopher to the world at a steady pace, avoiding overwhelming exposition. Short time skips early on help maintain momentum, making the story easy to get into.
Characters
Christopher is a relatable protagonist, and while he adapts to his new reality fairly quickly, it aligns with the genre’s conventions. Kaori Tanaka, introduced later, emerges as another strong lead. While I initially felt the transition between characters was unexpected, Kaori’s chapters quickly became some of my favorites, adding a fresh perspective to the story.
The cast overall is engaging, with a variety of perspectives that keep things lively. Among them, Mangus stands out as the dumbest genius ever—a fascinating mix of intellect and questionable decision-making that makes him one of the more interesting PoVs to follow.
Grammar
The writing is polished and free of major issues. The prose is clean, making for an eas
Celt ComstockRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
The book is a portal fantasy that both handles the “standard” isekai elements with skill and wit, but also further develops the genre with a rich, detailed world. The readers feel something like the two transported characters themselves, as they enter and explore a world in which major political intrigues already swirl, and an extinction-level event is fast approaching.
The pacing of the story is good. There is a lot going on in the world, with political machinations, magical mysteries, and wizardly schemes all interacting. The reader is shown this world and its issues at a quick, but not overwhelming, pace. It is a testament to the skill of the author that, even with so much happening, the story doesn’t seem rushed and we are able to make clear sense of it all.
There is also a good amount of humor. I can’t go into the things that lead to the funny situations without spoiling a certain major plot twist, but suffice to say that one of the major plot threads leads to a most awesome odd couple, bound together to neither of their liking. We’ll get to see how that develops as more chapters drop.
Style: The book is written in the first-person, with different chapters from different characters’ points-of-view. Each reveals a different part of the world they all share. I think the style works well for the story, keeping alive the mysteries of the new world the reader and characters are discovering, while still keeping the plot clear.
Story: It is both a fun story and a serious story. It feels like the author has put a lot of thought into all aspects of the world and how the subplots tie together to advance a consistent, well-woven tale.
Grammar: Overall the writing is excellent. There were a few typos here and there – only three that I spotted, plus a couple more that other readers had spotted. A few phrases that sounded somewhat odd, but those were also corrected. Nothing that distracted from the story.
Characters: The story has a diverse cast of all sorts of di
VeltoriaRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
There Are No Heroes takes a fresh approach to the isekai genre, focusing on a world shaped by villains and anti-heroes rather than traditional heroes. The plot unfolds slowly, introducing characters like Christopher Roosevelt, who relies on his wits to survive, Kaori Tanaka, who grapples with the moral weight of her overwhelming power, and Magnus Bridge, whose ambition and power pose a significant threat. Each character is morally gray, and their complex motivations drive the narrative in a way that feels personal yet larger than any one individual.
The world-building is rich, with a sense of history and societal dynamics that exist independently of the characters, which adds depth to the story. The writing is solid, with engaging dialogue and a steady pace, though the slow buildup may not appeal to those seeking immediate action.
Overall, this is a dark, character-driven tale that explores power, choices, and consequences in a world where heroes don’t exist—making it a captivating read for fans of morally complex stories.
Zer0n1gh7sRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
Seems very interesting so far. Multiple point of views giving the story depth. This includes a world that already has history, culture, villains, and heroes before the Mc arrives. The two Mc's so far aren't the center of the universe with nothing happening around the world except with them. Instead, people like,
Magnus
, already exist and attempt to act in the world with dastardly plans. Ill be keeping an eye out for future chapters.
Pin_PopperRoyal Road
★★★★ 4.0
"There Are No Heroes" is an engaging story with a strong writing style and an endearing cast of characters. Magnus Bridge quickly stood out as my favorite, with his personality and presence carrying much of the story's charm. Kaori Tanaka, one of the main characters, didn’t quite hold the same appeal for me. While her storyline is central to the plot, I found her struggles lacked the depth needed to make her as compelling as Magnus or even Christopher. I’d love to see future chapters dive deeper into her character to bring out her full potential.
Magnus and Christopher share the best chemistry in the cast, and their dynamic was a major highlight for me. On the other hand, the plot took too long to gain momentum. Kaori’s storyline feels the most connected to the world, grounding the narrative in its setting, but Christopher’s arc feels disconnected, almost like an outlier to the bigger picture. Even the concept of the summoning—a major event in the story—remains underexplored, leaving its significance unclear in the larger context.
While I enjoyed the writing and the characters, the story still has a lot of untapped potential. I hope the upcoming chapters will address some of these lingering questions and expand on the themes and connections already introduced. Despite these issues, I’m excited to see where the story goes next.
TheLostBoyRoyal Road
★★★★ 4.0
Overall: There Are No Heroes is a complex story told through multiple different POV's -- all in the first person -- which means we get an incredibly in-depth look into each character's thoughts and drives. The story is riddled with political woes from the start and the tension consistently rides high.
Style: The style is incredibly unique as practically each chapter is written from a different character's POV from about a pool of four-ish regular POV's. With this, we jump around a lot. The pace is fast, but it feels appropriate. If anything, I only wish the chapter's were doubled in length. They are a bit on the shorter end.
Grammar: The grammar is good, but a good chunk of the earlier chapters have spacing issues (as of Feb. 24, 2025) which can occasionally pull from the story's immersion.
Story: As of chapter 20, the story is already filled with dark undertones. Our Heroes have been summoned into a world that's seemingly out to get them, when it's normally the other way around. In their own unique ways, they navigate different tribulations such as the new world's language to learning magic both new and ancient.
Character: Due to the various POV shifts and first person consistency, the character's in this story are one of the things that particularly jump out. Each character reads a different way and I'm sure most readers will have a POV favorite soon. I especially enjoy the constant bickering between two of our MC's, Christopher and you-know-who. No spoilers!