Overall, this novel is great. It is a little bit slow paced, but with good writting, you can slowly enjoy it.

First, for the world, the author has done good constructing it. It has some cliches here and there but it also has some new and creative parts. I think the author has selected carefully to put into the novel, but is it true or not, I have to read more to know.

Second, for the character, they are, well, cliches. You have the MC is a typical-good-hard-working-Japanese type and the group kicks him out is a typical-bad-people type. However, the execution the author made is quite good. If you focus on the plot, it will not annoy you.

Third, the plot is interesting without plot holes (till now). The author really knows how to combine the world with the characters. The only downside is it is quite slow, so just read this novel carefreely, instead of trying to binge read it.

Last but not least, the execution is quite good. You have a plot A, the MC story and plot B, former hero party (till now) which is well-executed so its not confusing. The tension, atmostphere and interaction builds up really well, which will make you want to read it more. The interaction is also interesting as well, although it doesn not have any comedy.

in conclusion, if you can take times to enjoy a non-comedy novel, this may be the one you look for. I am sure it will worth your time.