Assassin Kicked Out Of Hero's Party Manga

Okay, okay, gather 'round, let me tell you about this absolute riot of a manga I stumbled upon the other day. It's one of those "hero's party" deals, you know? Brave knight, spunky mage, stoic warrior… and, uh, an assassin who's apparently not pulling their weight?

Now, you might be thinking, "An assassin in a hero's party? Sounds kinda sus," and you wouldn't be wrong. But trust me, the story's execution is way funnier than the premise lets on.

The Unappreciated Edgelord

So, this manga centers around our boy, let's call him Shadow… because originality is dead, apparently. Shadow is an assassin, a master assassin, supposedly. He's got the whole gloomy aesthetic down pat: dark clothes, brooding stares, probably listens to a lot of My Chemical Romance.

He joined the hero's party because… reasons. Maybe he thought it'd be a cool cover? Maybe he genuinely wanted to help defeat the Demon Lord? Or maybe he just had a really bad sense of direction. Whatever the reason, it didn't exactly pan out.

The problem? Shadow is terrible at being a team player. Like, spectacularly, hilariously bad. He's constantly trying to do the whole "sneak attack from the shadows" thing, which, let's face it, is kinda redundant when the knight is already charging headfirst into the monster yelling at the top of their lungs.

Think of it like this: you're trying to bake a cake, and someone keeps throwing sprinkles on it... while you're still mixing the batter. It's technically helpful, but also incredibly annoying and counterproductive.

The Straw That Broke the Camel's Back

So, what finally gets Shadow the boot? Well, stories vary. Some say it was the time he "accidentally" poisoned the hero's porridge. Others claim it was when he tried to assassinate a friendly NPC because he thought they looked "suspicious."

But the most common (and funniest) account? Apparently, during a crucial boss battle, Shadow tried to assassinate the boss… from behind the hero. Which resulted in him stabbing the hero in the butt. With a poisoned dagger. Oops.

Yeah, that's a fireable offense in any adventuring guild. HR would have a field day.

"But I'm an Assassin!" - A Defense

Now, Shadow, bless his heart, tries to defend himself. He argues that he's an assassin, not a team player. He's supposed to be sneaky, silent, and deadly. Not... whatever the hero's party is doing (which mostly seems to involve yelling and hitting things really hard).

He even tries to justify his actions by pointing out that, technically, he did manage to "soften up" the enemies before the main fight. By, you know, trying to assassinate them in broad daylight while they're surrounded by guards. Apparently, alarming the entire dungeon counts as "softening up."

It's like trying to claim you helped wash the dishes by throwing a sponge at the sink. Technically true, but also completely unhelpful and probably just makes things worse.

Life After The Party

So, what happens to our disgraced assassin after getting the boot? Well, that's where the story gets interesting. He decides to… start his own business! Shocking, I know.

But not just any business. Shadow opens an "Assassination Service for Hire." You know, like a legal…ish… version of what he was already doing. He even gets a business card! I imagine it's very black and edgy, possibly with a skull logo.

And, surprisingly, it works! Turns out, there's a huge market for discreet problem-solving in the fantasy world. Who knew? Maybe all he needed was a change of scenery and a little entrepreneurial spirit.

The best part? He still occasionally runs into his former party members, usually when they need him to "handle a situation" they can't deal with through brute force. The irony is just chef's kiss.

The Moral of the Story?

So, what's the takeaway from all this? Well, besides the fact that assassins and heroes don't mix, I think it's that sometimes, getting fired can be the best thing that ever happens to you.

Also, maybe don't stab your hero in the butt with a poisoned dagger. Just a thought.

This manga is a hilarious reminder that not everyone fits neatly into pre-defined roles. And sometimes, the greatest heroes are the ones who forge their own path… even if that path is paved with poisoned daggers and questionable business practices. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm off to find a good tailor to make me a cool, edgy assassin outfit.