Return Of The Frozen Player Chapter 1

Okay, so you know how everyone's been buzzing about "Return of the Frozen Player"? Yeah, that web novel! Finally got around to reading chapter 1. And wow, where do I even begin? It's... well, it's something. Prepare for peak protagonist energy. You've been warned!

We kick things off with our main guy, Seo Junho. Now, Junho's not just any player, okay? He's the frozen player. Get it? Because he’s been, you guessed it, frozen for 25 whole years! Talk about a late start to the game, am I right?

So, the chapter basically starts with him waking up. Can you imagine the culture shock? Twenty-five years! Fashion trends alone must be mind-blowing. Did he even know what TikTok is? (Okay, probably not). He immediately notices his skill is now practically useless. RIP Sword Master title. I wonder what the next meta will be.

He isn’t waking up in some cozy futuristic apartment, mind you. He wakes up... inside the gates. Those dreaded dungeons filled with monsters. Lovely. Nothing like a monster mash to start your morning, right? Oh, and did I mention he's level 1 again? After all those years of grinding. Seriously, what are the odds? 😭

And who does he find? A cute guild master of all people! We're talking adorable cinnamon roll type. I'm already shipping them, tbh. Her name’s Lee Seol-Ah, and she’s basically rescuing his frozen butt. Is it love at first sight? Is it pity? Is it because he's radiating 'tragic backstory' vibes? Only time will tell.

Seol-Ah, bless her heart, is like, "Oh my gosh, you were the Seo Junho? The legend?" And Junho's all "Yeah, yeah, legend. Now, about these monsters trying to eat me…" I like his no-nonsense attitude. Get to the point! We have dungeons to clear and levels to gain!

The best part? She's leading a smaller guild called Artisan, which is adorable. They are so happy to see their guild master rescued someone. It's like a puppy pile of good intentions. They are going to be such a supportive group, I can feel it. He just needs to accept their offer!

Of course, the world has changed. Like, a LOT. He finds out about this new ranking system, the way guilds are structured, new monsters and everything. Imagine trying to catch up on a quarter of a century's worth of gaming meta! 🤯 It's like trying to learn a whole new language.

But here’s the thing: Junho isn't just some washed-up has-been. Nope. He's got that raw talent. That innate ability that can't be frozen away (pun intended, of course!). He might be rusty, but he remembers all sorts of skills, which are practically forgotten by the younger player. Vintage skills are now the new meta!

We get a glimpse of his inner monologue, and the guy's surprisingly grounded. He's not all angsty about losing his power. He's more like, "Okay, new game. New rules. Let's figure this out." I admire that kind of adaptability. Plus, he has an intense desire to get stronger again. Revenge arc, anyone?

The chapter ends with him making a choice: join the Artisan Guild. It isn't the greatest offer, seeing as how the guild is so small, but he has a good feeling about them. A second chance is all he needs. Cue the dramatic music!

So, overall, chapter 1 sets the stage nicely. It's got the classic underdog story, a hint of mystery (why was he frozen anyway?), and a potential slow-burn romance. What's not to love? I'm officially hooked! Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have another chapter to read. 😉 What did you think of chapter 1? Let me know!