When strength becomes absolute, the story starts to lose its tension There was a time when watching an anime fight felt unpredictable. You didn’t know who would win. You didn’t even know if the main character would survive. Now? The moment the fight starts and you already know how it ends. And a lot of fans are starting to notice and are bored of it. The Rise of the Overpowered MC Overpowered protagonists aren’t new, but lately, they’ve taken over almost every major anime release. Characters start weak, which is common, but within a few episodes, they become untouchable. Stronger than everyone. Smarter than everyone. Always one step ahead. At first, it feels satisfying. But after a while, something starts to feel off. No Struggle = No Stakes The biggest problem isn’t power; it’s the lack of struggle. When the main character can win every fight easily, tension disappears. You’re not watching to see what happens anymore. You're just waiting for it to end. C...
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