You’ve seen the mysteries… now here are the answers.
1. Why did it take Rick so long to realize his true power?
Rick was trained by the strongest party in the kingdom — a group so powerful that what felt normal to them was hellish training for anyone else. To Rick, constant life-or-death battles, insane physical drills, and magic that nearly killed him every day became “just training.”
He never realized how far he had surpassed ordinary adventurers because his frame of reference was broken. Only after stepping out of their shadow did he see that he was on a completely different level.
2. What does that say about the original party members?
If Rick — an average middle-aged man with no talent — could become nearly invincible through their training, then imagine the sheer, terrifying strength of the original party.
They weren’t just strong. They were monsters among monsters, legends who treated impossible feats like warm-ups. Rick’s strength is proof of how extreme their abilities really are.
3. Why did the guild underestimate him?
The guild judged Rick on appearances — a man in his thirties, calling himself a “rookie,” with no flashy aura like young prodigies. His calmness, scars, and confidence didn’t fit their idea of a beginner, but they assumed he was bluffing.
The world of adventurers is filled with arrogance and shallow judgments. Nobody expected a “newbie” to carry the strength of a living weapon. By the time they realized, it was too late — Rick had already proven them wrong.
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Final Thoughts
Shinmai Ossan Boukensha isn’t just about strength — it’s about how perspective, training, and reputation shape the way characters are seen. Rick became a living paradox: a man too powerful to be called a rookie, but too humble to show it off.
That’s why the story feels so refreshing — and why his true power continues to shock everyone who crosses him.