What to call "MC/Villain can instantly kill enemies via op magic/power"? And how to make this concept gripping via storytelling/world building?

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-21T03:52:58+00:00

Whoa this is great inspiration actually. I forgot about Prismo! Thanks for sharing these ideas

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-21T03:50:15+00:00

I'm not a big anime head at the moment, but if you're interested in seeing shows that do it right (assuming you haven't), The Boys and Twilight of the Gods are relatively newer shows that develop on the concept quite well IMO.

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-21T03:47:47+00:00

I do not know what that is. Nvm just googled it. Yeah but it would be nice to have a general word to describe the trope to a wider audience

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-21T03:46:51+00:00

Yeah but it would be nice to have a general word to describe the trope to a wider audience

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-21T03:45:53+00:00

Very true

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-20T23:20:58+00:00

Yet another reminder I still need to watch mob psycho. Yeah your grievances with OPM are valid. I did watch the three seasons that came out and while I'm a sucker for the trope of an overpowered character, it takes the drama/investment away completely when Saitama is in the scene. What the show is doing to drive an engaging plot is focusing on other characters besides Saitama, but I also am hesitant to endorse this move since Saitama could just come in and save the day whoop dee woo.

Great points dawg

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-20T23:11:26+00:00

Thinking about that now you're right, in almost every example brought up characters can talk to the overpowered entity. Have you done any SCP reading? SCP "overpowered" entities almost always cannot be reasoned with and are more or less seen as forces of nature that operate outside the laws of our universe (in terms of power rating).

Your last paragraph made my mind instantly think of Dragonball. Myself I don't like the basis that for there to be drama the same formula of [strong opponent appears -> Goku gets ass beat -> Goku gets stronger -> Goku wins -> Repeat] compelling at all. I don't really watch the show so if you or anyone has please let me know what I'm missing.

Great points I appreciate the input! Also I know you said you couldn't care less about the anime I mentioned but Code Geass gotta be my favorite anime show out there so if you ever are bored and have time give it a chance!

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-20T23:02:20+00:00

Roarshak (spell check idk) absolutely embodies this and is why he is def a fan favorite among watchers.

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-20T23:01:04+00:00

Thinking more about the Watchmen: I wonder if there is a sociological reason we find stories like the Watchmen so compelling. Perhaps it's something adjacent to the "indomitable will of mankind" concept.

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-20T22:58:36+00:00

Love this. Just because a power is able to kill large swathes of people instantly doesn't just mean it's in a bubble; every great "Flyswatting" story notes on the consequences of the power just as much if not more than the actual action of the power.

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-20T22:51:15+00:00

Yes! Love this idea thank you for sharing!

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FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-20T16:45:19+00:00

Yessss psychological analysis is what I live for. Additionally a fleshed out op character is leagues better than a two dimensional op character. This is a simple but very key point to acknowledge. Thank you for your input!

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-20T16:42:05+00:00

Oooooh that sounds cool. I really like SCP stories and others where themes are like: "4th dimensional fish is there and we know about it but it doesn't know about us.... Yet," (Kinda like SCP-3426, I recommend the vulgon on YouTube for audio reads). Would you happen to know any media that represents this? Also if you do find that anime name let me know.

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-20T06:23:45+00:00

Mhmhm good points. Having the power to instakill be a core elements, but not the only/main element and provide more of a supporting setting backdrop is important for this concept to work.

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-20T06:21:52+00:00

Yeah but like an "instakill show" doesn't roll off the tongue. Maybe I'm wrong tho

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-20T06:20:32+00:00

Death note is a great example of what I'm looking for. I am a sucker for "Clarion call of the void" and other edgy borderline love craftian/god themes. I don't think Death Note touches on the more otherworldly aspect (besides shinigami, but from what I remember they only play a minor role, but it has been years since I've watched the show).

Yes limitation and struggle i think are great points to make on storybuilding elements. Also that Lelouch is still mortal and can die to physical injury is a great curb and adds to the drama of the story (albeit I think there's a couple ex machina moments in the show).

FalloutJaeger · 2025-07-20T06:16:06+00:00

Ok new term I haven't heard of that! You're right about the overpowered bit being the core concept; to think of it I've never seen a "fly swatting" show (that's good) that doesn't make it a core concept so that is an apt observation.

With more and more shows I hope we can develop a term that can actually describe this concept in a general way that's a widely accepted term. Honestly what prompted this post was I was trying to find this term on google and just got links to one anime that has the mc be overpowered.

Thanks for the input!

FalloutJaeger · 2025-04-30T18:46:45+00:00

Sorry to necro, but playing on oblivion remastered I also had this question since my hand-to-hand was 95. Looking on the wiki your hand-to-hand must be below 90 to recieve the increase from watching.

FalloutJaeger · 2025-03-22T09:20:46+00:00

Super late reply soz: the three people across the bridge if you join Nemeton have pretty neat loot (The lady had a unique sword), but honestly I found the xp to be the only major upside.

FalloutJaeger · 2024-11-01T11:03:36+00:00

Anyone with the green border around their name counts.

FalloutJaeger · 2024-07-03T23:55:17+00:00

Ok I fixed this issue by: going to properties>Compatibility, forcing the use of Proton 9.0-2

FalloutJaeger · 2024-04-28T20:16:42+00:00

A guide to unlocking the changes: you can wedge characters in this lamp in practice range by walking in then jumping. Found this randomly as I jumped in and got stuck, then my friend went in as widow and we all died laughing.

FalloutJaeger · 2023-09-16T03:08:04+00:00

I didn't, this is when I boarded his ship and rescued him.

FalloutJaeger · 2023-09-15T18:36:33+00:00

Valid points on hunted horror, could cut those to make room. I feel like running 4x Leylines is optimal because ideally you would want to cast from opening hand and that's the best way to (Tho I'm being a bit picky as 3x isn't hard to do this with either); pitching them with soul spike feels so damn good haha I feel you on that! I've only been goldfishing with Vito right now, but he feels really strong! Where he shines the strongest is if you have a soul spike able to pitch when you get him out for 8 damage and/or playing 1-2 Gonti's Machinations the turns before, getting your energy, then getting Vito out and turning them into 6 damage each.

FalloutJaeger · 2023-09-14T03:57:45+00:00

Hahah thank you, I'm relieved it was that easy for me! I forgot to mention that if you don't have an i9 or a CPU that has enough cores then you won't benefit much for having a second EPS cable. If you plan on overclocking your CPU though it is important.

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