{"product_id":"9781975324377","title":"Hazure Skill: The Guild Member with a Worthless Skill Is Actually a Legendary Assassin, Vol. 1 (manga)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003eHazure Skill: The Guild Member with a Worthless Skill Is Actually a Legendary Assassin, Vol. 1\u003c\/strong\u003e, readers are introduced to Roland, a former assassin who has achieved notoriety after defeating the demon lord. Yearning for a peaceful existence, he joins the local Adventurers Guild, hoping to live among ordinary warriors and escape his infamous past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoland's aspirations for a mundane life are soon thwarted as he realises that his legendary reputation precedes him. The guild is filled with eccentric characters, each with their own unique abilities and quirks, making fitting in a daunting task. As he grapples with his identity and attempts to embrace a quieter life, Roland's journey uncovers the complexities of self-acceptance and the burdens of fame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manga delves into themes of \u003cit\u003eidentity\u003c\/it\u003e and the contrast between personal desires and societal expectations. It raises questions about what it means to be 'normal' and challenges the notion that one's worth is determined solely by their skills. The interactions between Roland and his fellow guild members offer humorous yet poignant reflections on friendship and belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWriting Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKennoji's storytelling is both engaging and thought-provoking, blending action with moments of introspection. The art style complements the narrative, capturing the whimsical yet serious undertones of Roland's journey. Fans of other fantasy titles that explore character development, such as \u003cstrong\u003eRe:Zero\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eThat Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime\u003c\/strong\u003e, will find much to appreciate in this series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e“Adjusting to a mundane routine is more challenging than he anticipated.”\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Little, Brown \u0026 Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53482959143244,"sku":"9781975324377","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781975324377_front.webp?v=1765305593","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/products\/9781975324377","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}