“Slave gladiator Aegir escapes, joins mercenaries, meets vampire Lucy, vows to become king and claim her.”
Oukoku e Tsuzuku Michi: Dorei Kenshi no Nariagari Harem Life
王国へ続く道 奴隷剣士の成り上がり英雄譚〈ハーレムライフ〉
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Synopsis
Slave gladiator Aegir escapes, joins mercenaries, meets vampire Lucy, vows to become king and claim her.
This is the story of a young slave gladiator in an underground arena. He doesn't know about his past or how he got to where he is, only that his name is Aegir, and that he is strong. One day he kills the boss and escapes the arena, joining a band of mercenaries as a new recruit. During one mission, they encounter the vampire, Lucy, who slaughters the band with her inhuman strength. After learning that Aegir only knows how to kill, Lucy lets him stay at her house, educating and taking care of him. Two years pass, and on the day of Aegir's departure, they both exchange a promise that if Aegir becomes a king and owns the land of Erg forest, he can come and take her as his woman. Making this his life goal, Aegir set out on a journey to become a hero, a king, and found his own kingdom. (Source: Novel Updates)
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What 6 readers settled on.
Polarized
σ 2.92 · split reception
5.3 pts
Recommenders 8.0 · others 2.7
↑ 1.33
Running avg · Apr 2022 → May 2026
- 10 “Aegir is an absolutely heroic protagonist whose harem is elevated by meaningful backstories, and the combat sequences are incredibly intense, showcasing a monstrous yet human warrior. While some...”
- 7 “The worldbuilding is impressive, and the art style—reminiscent of early *Berserk*—effectively elevates the high-quality fight scenes. However, the characters are largely mediocre, featuring a bland...”
- 7 “This series is surprisingly entertaining and engaging, effectively capturing the spirit of classic Conan-style adventures while offering unique insights into the protagonist's life outside of...”
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- Published Nov 2019 – ongoing
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- Ref. BS-M51885 catalog