My Heart is That of an Uncle

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I am an uncle. Even though I have become a dark-skinned, big-breasted elf, my heart remains that of an uncle.

Haruka Yamagishi, an ordinary salaryman uncle, woke up one day to find himself in a forest.

Despite having gained exceptional looks, the strongest physique, and the ability to cast magic at will, the uncle somehow lacks confidence.

Supported by younger adventurer companions, he gradually adapts to the world and grows.

Join us in the story of this uncle’s journey.

Associated Names
One entry per line
MHIAOM
My heart is an old man.
Watashi no Kokoro wa Oji-san de Aru.
Watashi no kokoro wa ojisandearu.
Watashi no kokoro wa ojisan de aru.
私の心はおじさんである
Related Series
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Recommendations
The Time-Stop Breeding Uncle Want’s to Retire (1)
I Became an All-stats Infinite Elf (1)
Recommendation Lists
  1. My favs
  2. Gender benders
  3. Recommendation 3
  4. Found Family & Friendship
  5. No romance 'cause Friendship is the best ship

Latest Release

Date Group Release
02/11/25 Magic House TL c168
02/10/25 Magic House TL c167
02/07/25 Magic House TL c166
02/06/25 Magic House TL c165
02/04/25 Magic House TL c164
02/03/25 Magic House TL c163
01/31/25 Magic House TL c162
01/30/25 Magic House TL c161
01/28/25 Magic House TL c160
01/27/25 Magic House TL c159
01/24/25 Magic House TL c158
01/23/25 Magic House TL c157
01/21/25 Magic House TL c156
01/20/25 Magic House TL c155
01/18/25 Magic House TL c154
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Felo
Felo rated it
June 5, 2024
Status: c3
Three chapters are out so far. Its an interesting start - a bit different from anything else I've read yet, and I'm looking forward to more. So far, the MC is truly an uncle of all time, the title is not deceiving. Here's to hoping the good start carries forward ~
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MeatEatingPriest
MeatEatingPriest
June 27, 2024
Status: c24
This novel has a not uncommon premise but the execution is quite different from the norm.

Our protagonist comes across to me as on the neurodivergent side. She doesn't react outwardly and keeps a poker face on. She doesn't talk much and when she does she speaks concisely. Other characters can view this as cold, confident, arrogant or some cultural difference but she is actually just a taciturn person who is generally paying a lot of attention to what is going on. A chapter discusses a formative experience in her previous... more>> life and how it affected the way she interacted with the world. She does maintain the mindset from her previous life but aside from a fear of conflict, tendency towards safety/measured action, Japanese MC style politeness, and being a bit overwhelmed by passionate youths doesn't seem too stereotypically uncle-y.

The writing style seems different from your typical Japanese isekai. My impression of a standard one is a boisterous internal monologue with a lot of exclamations and anime style dialogue or a lot of the protagonist explaining and strategizing their encounters to themselves/us the reader. This comes across more descriptive and a step removed with the third person perspective which suits our reserved protagonist. So far the novel has mostly been her finding her place in the world in a careful manner. Pacing-wise it's been pretty chill / slow and steady so if you're looking for something more exciting or fast paced this probably isn't it. The world seems like a pretty typical Japanese fantasy setting minus a chosen hero/demon lord. Adventurers guild, beastmen, monsters, dungeons etc. Our protagonist is excited (in her quiet way) by the new world and especially her magical prowess. We don't currently know the limits of her abilities but she seems to be quite powerful compared to those around her.

Translation by Magic House TL seems good! <<less
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miimuutan
miimuutan rated it
September 1, 2024
Status: c1
Even though I normally avoid TS (gender bender) stories since they tend to be either ecchi, ridiculous, or pointless (as in the TS element has no real effect on the story/character), I was drawn to this story from the unusual setting of the MC being an older man TSing into a younger fantasy creature. Usually it's a teenage or young adult male TSing into a human baby or of the same age with only the gender swapped.

MC's swap into a young, strikingly beautiful dark elf is extremely important to the... more>> story. Unlike other (if not most) TS stories where the MC panics over their gender swap for like one chapter at most and then lives the rest of their life content as their new gender, MC's Japanese uncle heart/mind constantly is at odds with her new body. Even though the initial shock and disbelief fades eventually, it's only replaced with a perpetual sensation of discrepancy. MC doesn't fully assimilate into her new body, especially in the beginning, having to remind herself over and over again on several occasions that she is no longer a man and must act accordingly. I found this incredibly refreshing and interesting to see.

It helps that MC's personality is very likeable and understandable. There is no one trait that sticks out, she's not edgy, overly heroic, nor is she a schemer or overly naive. She's a bit cowardly in the beginning, but we get to see why, as well as watch her evolve through her travels and the relationships she forms along the way.

Also, for those who appreciate found family and friendship stories, this story is certainly for you. MC's relationship with her new team is adorable. They are all currently around the same age so there's no awkwardness due to seniority and they warm up to each other very nicely. They support each other, cheer for each other, and comfort each other. It's all completely platonic and wholesome, love to see it.

All in all, this story is heartwarming, surprisingly interesting (there are hints of big things happening in the background), and easy to read. Highly recommended.

Also, Montana is the cutest thing ever. I will accept no arguments. <<less
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Laindesh83
Laindesh83 rated it
November 15, 2024
Status: c118
Suprisingly good.

The MC is abit typically "weak japanese man" at first look, but there's lots of character growth to be had so it's ok because her true self slowly starts shining through which is great. She's also OP and nothing is said why about it yet, but it's also ok because it's not really the focus. She has never fully explored the true limits of her body and abilities so far (chap 118, and while she has experimented abit they stopped because of the dangers. She also never unleashed her... more>> true magical prowess yet either, though how she handles simple magic is a small indicator of how good she is). So far in the story she prefers to stay at the level of her party members though they all know she's far stronger than them.

The side characters is good too, I like them.

Storywise it seems to be "adventure" by travelling and doing missions. Not sure if there's a wider plot planned (other than the mystery of the MC perhaps), but I'm fine with just having a chill story like it's been for the most part for now.

Read?

I highly recommend it. <<less
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Kikun_
Kikun_
July 13, 2024
Status: c41
I'm not a critique so I can't really be of much help typing this. I'm just saying that this series is like a slice of life. Each character is unique, at least to me with their past and present. The contents within isn't really heavy so you can enjoy it slowly. While the MC might be your typical weak willed MC his (?) backstory justifies it so you don't have to turn off your brain for once reading these. And poor ralph, I sympathize kind of.
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