So, you've been isekai'd. Awesome! But you're not the hero. You're *in* an academy novel. Double awesome...ly terrifying.
Let's be honest, these places are chaos incarnate. And surviving one requires some… unconventional wisdom.
Phase 1: Know Your Role (And Embrace It?)
First, figure out who you are. Are you the tragic best friend? The rival with a surprisingly soft heart? Or just some random extra?
Knowing this is key. Seriously. It dictates your entire strategy.
Option A: Extra? Play It Safe!
Okay, you're an extra. Congratulations! You've won the lottery of… not being plot fodder.
Blend in. Take notes. Never, EVER, get between the main character and their love interest. Trust me on this.
Find a safe hobby. Like, really safe. Knitting? Competitive napping? Anything but sword fighting.
Option B: Tragic Best Friend? Prepare for Tears (and Maybe a Power-Up)
Ouch. This role bites. You're doomed to either get betrayed or die heroically.
My advice? Start planning your exit strategy. Maybe learn a rare healing art? Or, you know, just leave the academy. Seriously consider it.
Unpopular opinion: maybe the main character isn't worth it.
Option C: The Rival? Time to Re-evaluate Your Life Choices
Ah, the rival. You're talented, ambitious, and destined to lose. Every. Single. Time.
But hey, at least you're interesting! Your best bet is to become a frenemy. Think Draco Malfoy, but less whiny.
Maybe even help the main character occasionally. They'll be so confused, they'll forget to defeat you!
Phase 2: The Unspoken Rules (aka Don't Be an Idiot)
Academy novels have rules. Obey them, or face the consequences. (Usually death. Or worse, expulsion.)
- Never, ever badmouth the headmaster. Even if they're secretly a demon. Just smile and nod.
- Don't get caught cheating. Especially during important exams. Seriously, what did you expect?
- Avoid dark forests. Unless you have a death wish. Or plot armor. But you don't, remember?
Phase 3: Embrace the Absurdity
Look, these novels are ridiculous. Students duel at dawn over spilled tea. Ancient artifacts are hidden behind ridiculously obvious puzzles. Just roll with it.
Learn to appreciate the crazy. Laugh at the over-the-top villains. Applaud the ridiculously convenient plot twists. It's all part of the experience.
Final Thoughts: Survive and Thrive (Maybe?)
Surviving an academy novel is tough. But with a little planning, a lot of luck, and a healthy dose of cynicism, you might just make it out alive. And maybe, just maybe, you'll even have some fun along the way.
Just remember, your main goal is survival. Don't try to change the plot. Don't challenge the protagonist. Just… exist. And try not to die. Good luck!
