This creates a unique reading experience. You are not cheering for Cid to win (you know he will). You are waiting to see how his misunderstanding collides with reality. It is the isekai equivalent of The Producers or Arrested Development .
If you are tired of generic isekai protagonists who are "just kind of nice guys with a cheat skill," Cid Kagenou is a breath of fresh, toxic, hilarious air. He is not a hero. He is not a villain. He is an eminence in shadow. Eminence In Shadow Manga
: Unbeknownst to Cid, the Cult of Diablos is actually real and has been controlling the world from the shadows for centuries. This creates a unique reading experience
Fans often debate whether to start with the Light Novel or the Manga , but the manga offers several distinct advantages: It is the isekai equivalent of The Producers
A: It is rated Older Teen (16+). There is blood, decapitation (mostly of monsters), fan service (bath scenes, skimpy outfits), and dark themes like human experimentation.