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“Maple becomes an unkillable MMO legend by maxing Vitality, attracting fame and attention.”
Bofuri: I Don't Want to Get Hurt, so I'll Max Out My Defense.
痛いのは嫌なので防御力に極振りしたいと思います。
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3,058 rank · 4,255 readers · 81 favorites
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Synopsis
Maple becomes an unkillable MMO legend by maxing Vitality, attracting fame and attention.
Though she doesn't play many MMOs, Maple has either a natural talent or impossibly good luck, because by pouring every last stat point she has into Vitality, she's created a character who can't be hurt! Whether it's physical attacks or magic or status effects, nothing poses a real threat. In no time at all, news spreads across the server about the adorable terror who can't be defeated. While Maple may just be having fun, her broken build is sure to attract lots of unexpected attention... (Source: Yen Press)
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Score distribution
median 9
mode 5
σ 2.16
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σ 2.16 · split reception
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Not enough recommend signal yet
Score over time
↑ 3.00
Running avg · Feb 2020 → Dec 2024
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· shortest highly-rated reviews
- 10 “BOFURI is a relentlessly cute and whimsical story featuring a kind, friendly protagonist whose journey is incredibly easy to get behind. There are no notable flaws to report, as the show provides a...”
- 9 “I love how this series balances well-animated, creative combat with fun, *Avatar*-like adventures, and I especially enjoy that Maple plays for fun rather than just to become overpowered. While I am...”
- 5 “This series provides a relaxing, fluffy experience centered on a cute, overpowered protagonist. However, it lacks depth in its plot and character development, offering no hidden agendas or complex...”
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A self-contained story.
No sequels, spin-offs or alternate tellings — Bofuri: I Don't Want to Get Hurt, so I'll Max Out My Defense. begins and ends here.
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A Light novel Publication
- Published Sep 2017 – ongoing
- Source Light novel media type
- Ref. BS-M45670 catalog