Rise of the Underdog Tamer: Volume 1 Finally Hits the Shelves
The wait is finally over for fans of gritty fantasy stories! Volume 1 of Ryuya Otori's manga, titled "I'm an abandoned tamer, but can I rule the universe?", has officially been released. This exciting new series is actually based on the original light novel work by Nozuki Noritsu, and it is already creating quite a buzz in the community. If you are into stories where the main character starts from zero and works his way up against all odds, then this is definitely something you should check out.
A Brutal Betrayal in an S-Class Dungeon
The story follows Adam, a young boy who works as a tamer for a high-ranking S-class party. However, life isn't exactly easy for him. Despite being a crucial part of the team, he is constantly looked down upon by his fellow party members. Instead of being treated as a hero, he is forced to do all the menial chores and is frequently the target of their cruel jokes. It is honestly quite heart-breaking to see how he is treated, but Adam remains undeterred and continues to support his team as they aim to conquer a dangerous S-class dungeon.
Things take a very dark turn when the party actually enters the dungeon. Instead of having his back, his teammates betray him in the worst possible way. Adam sustains a near-fatal injury and is left for dead in the depths of the abyss. To make matters worse, Monica, a saint who was his only real ally, along with his loyal partner servants, are also pushed to the very brink of death. It is a completely desperate situation where hope seems to have vanished entirely.
The Turning Point: A Meeting with Destiny
Just when it looks like the end for our protagonist, a mysterious girl suddenly appears before him. She claims to be the daughter of the Phantom Beast King, and her arrival marks a massive shift in Adam’s fate. This is the moment where the real Rise of the Underdog Tamer begins. Adam, who everyone once criticized as being totally useless, starts his journey to rise from the very bottom of the world to something much greater.
- Protagonist: Adam, a tamer previously considered a "chore boy" by his elite party.
- The Betrayal: Left for dead in an S-class dungeon after sustaining serious injuries.
- The Mysterious Savior: A girl claiming royal phantom beast lineage who changes everything.
- Themes: Revenge, growth, and the true power of a tamer who was once abandoned.
The narrative does a great job of showing the emotional struggle and the sheer grit required to survive such a betrayal. Many readers are saying that the Rise of the Underdog Tamer provides a very satisfying take on the "zero to hero" trope that we all love. Plus, there is a special bonus for the early birds! If you manage to purchase Volume 1 at Melonbooks, you will receive a beautiful, newly drawn illustration card as a gift.
Overall, this manga is shaping up to be a real hidden gem for this season. The artwork perfectly captures the dark atmosphere of the dungeon and the intense emotions of the characters. We are really looking forward to seeing how Adam uses his taming skills to eventually rule the universe as the title suggests. Don't miss out on this first volume!
