Fantasy: I Want to Be a Foolish Emperor! Ruining National Fortune Will Make Me Immortal!

Lin Yan transmigrated into the Great Qian Dynasty and was sent straight onto the imperial throne! And if that wasn’t crazy enough, he awakened the [Ultimate Tyrant Emperor System] , and the system goal is to become an Immortal by ruining the national fortune and ascend to immortality? Fine, forget being a wise and virtuous ruler—this emperor’s going full tyrant mode! ——— “What?! The Fifth Prince is rebelling?” “Quick! Open the palace gates wide—he must succeed today, no one is allowed to stop him! That’s an imperial decree!” “What?! My father-in-law is a corrupt traitor?” “Perfect! Make him Grand Chancellor and First Assistant of the Inner Cabinet immediately!” “What?! Eunuch Zhao Gao is a cunning, backstabbing schemer?” “From this day forth, he’s going to be the Director of the Eastern Depot! Go sow chaos in my court!” “Fifth Brother, hurry up and rebel already!” “Father-in-law, don’t waste time—seize the throne!” “Zhao Gao, wreck the government like your life depends on it!” ——— But instead of chaos, what does he get? “Your Majesty is the wisest ruler in all of history. This humble servant shall dedicate his life to your cause, even unto death!” Lin Yan: “???” How the hell am I supposed to ascend immortality if things become like this?!

Original Publisher

faloo

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Fantasy: I Want to Be a Foolish Emperor! Ruining National Fortune Will Make Me Immortal! This web novel promises a comedic twist on the classic "misunderstanding" trope, and for the most part, it delivers. The premise is simple: our protagonist, Gao Lingfeng, is transported to an alternate world as its Emperor and given a system that rewards him with immortality for ruining the national fortune. Hilarity ensues as his attempts to sabotage the empire consistently backfire, leading to prosperity and increased respect. ### First Impressions Initially, I found the concept quite appealing. A protagonist actively trying to be terrible, only to inadvertently succeed? That's a recipe for some good laughs. The early chapters definitely capitalized on this, setting up the core dynamic between Gao Lingfeng and his increasingly competent (and misunderstanding) subjects. ### What Works Well The humor is definitely a strong point. I enjoyed the absurdity of Gao Lingfeng's plans and the ways in which they were misinterpreted. There's a certain charm to a protagonist who wants nothing more than to slack off and achieve immortality, yet ends up being hailed as a visionary leader. Several readers have pointed out the side characters are surprisingly well-developed and likeable, adding depth to the world. The slow-burn romance also seems to be a plus for those who enjoy character development over instant gratification. ### Areas of Concern While the premise is fun, the core loop of "MC makes bad decision -> subjects misunderstand -> good thing happens" can become repetitive after a while. I can see how some readers might find it stale as the story progresses and the MC's actions don't evolve. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers have noted the presence of nationalistic sentiments that become more prominent later in the story. While the empire is fictional, its clear parallels to ancient China and its interactions with fictionalized versions of neighboring countries might be off-putting to some. If overt nationalism isn't your thing, it might be worth considering whether to continue past a certain point. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Fantasy: I Want to Be a Foolish Emperor!" is a decent comedic read, especially if you're a fan of the "misunderstanding" trope. The humor and character interactions are enjoyable, but the repetitive plot and potential for nationalistic elements are worth keeping in mind. I'd recommend giving it a try if you're looking for a lighthearted and silly story, but be aware of its potential shortcomings as you delve deeper.