The underestimated protagonist tag features characters who are mocked as trash, cripples, or weaklings, only to possess hidden talents or secret legacies. In the world of webnovels, these stories center on the thrilling journey from rock bottom to the peak of power. Common tropes include face-slapping arrogant young masters, concealing one’s cultivation level, and the dramatic 'reveal' that leaves enemies in shock. Readers are drawn to this genre for the immense catharsis of seeing a dismissed underdog outsmart and overpower their oppressors. Whether through a regression ability or a forgotten bloodline, these novels deliver a satisfying blend of fast-paced progression and righteous vengeance. If you enjoy watching a character defy every social constraint to prove their worth to the world, this category offers the ultimate power fantasy experience.
