I Was Reincarnated As The 7th Prince Chapter 1
Okay, so you know how sometimes you stumble upon a manga/anime with a title so ridiculous, you *have* to check it out? That was totally me with "I Was Reincarnated As The 7th Prince so I Can Indulge in My Magical Hobby as I Please". Seriously, try saying that five times fast! But hey, it's got magic, reincarnation, and a prince, what's not to love?
Chapter 1 kicks things off with our protagonist... well, *ex*-protagonist. We meet a nameless, totally-ordinary magic enthusiast. He's obsessed! Books, artifacts, you name it. If it's magic-related, he's all over it. Basically, picture your friend who's way too into fantasy novels, but, you know, even more extreme. He's your typical "I wish magic was real" kind of guy, right?
Unfortunately (or maybe fortunately?), he runs into a bit of a snag. A totally random, totally tragic accident. I won't spoil the exact details, but let's just say it involves a stray attack, a whole lot of bad luck, and a very sudden ending. Bye-bye magic enthusiast! Or so we thought...
And BAM! Reincarnation time! Our dude wakes up as... you guessed it... the 7th Prince of some magical kingdom! I mean, talk about hitting the jackpot, huh? You just *know* he's internally screaming with joy. "Yes! Magic is real!" I would be, anyway.
The prince's name? Lloyd. And let me tell you, he's adorable. Like, baby-face, big-eyed, total-package adorable. A stark contrast to his rather… *intense* magical enthusiasm, honestly. He's got this cute little baby face and a mind obsessed with ancient spells and forbidden knowledge. The duality is *chef's kiss*.
Now, the first thing Lloyd notices (after, you know, the whole "I'm a baby" thing) is that he's surrounded by magic. Not just the *idea* of magic, but actual, tangible, usable magic! He can *feel* it! Imagine the sensory overload! Poor kid must be having a brain explosion.
He's also super perceptive. He quickly figures out that his new world is governed by a magic system way more intricate and advanced than anything he'd ever dreamed of. Mana this, incantations that... it's a magic nerd's paradise! He's probably already planning out his research schedule, isn’t he?
What's even cooler is that Lloyd seems to have inherited some pretty impressive magical potential. I mean, he's a prince, so it's kinda expected, but still! He starts experimenting almost immediately, much to the confusion (and slight concern) of his royal attendants. Can you imagine seeing a baby prince randomly mumbling incantations? Terrifying!
And that's basically Chapter 1 in a nutshell. We've got our reincarnation, our magic system, and our adorable, magic-obsessed protagonist. It's a pretty classic setup, right? But the execution is what makes it fun. The art style is clean and expressive, and the pacing is just right. It doesn't drag, and it doesn't rush. It just gives you enough to pique your interest and leave you wanting more.
So, what do I think? I'm hooked! I need to know what kind of magical mayhem Lloyd is going to get up to. Will he become the most powerful mage in the kingdom? Will he accidentally blow up the castle? Will he finally find a way to create a real-life Elder Wand? Okay, maybe not that last one, but you get the idea.
Seriously, this manga is just the right amount of fluffy fun. It's not super deep or thought-provoking, but it's entertaining as heck. And sometimes, that's all you need, right? Plus, the promise of adorable Lloyd wreaking magical havoc is just too good to pass up. What spells will he learn? Who will be his rivals? And most importantly, what kind of magical artifacts will he collect? I need answers!
If you're looking for a lighthearted isekai adventure with a charming protagonist and a healthy dose of magical shenanigans, then definitely check out "I Was Reincarnated As The 7th Prince". You won't regret it. Just be prepared to spend the next few hours reading all the available chapters. Trust me, it's worth it!
And hey, if you do read it, let me know what you think! We can geek out about it together. Because let's be honest, sharing the love of a good manga is always a good idea.