How does the overpowered protagonist in light novels affect the plot?

Well, take 'That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime'. Rimuru's overpowered nature means he can easily overcome most physical threats. This allows the plot to focus more on political intrigue, building his own kingdom, and diplomatic relations. His power also attracts other powerful beings, either as allies or enemies, which then spins off into various plot threads. So, an overpowered character can shift the focus of the plot from basic survival or power - gaining to more complex aspects like leadership and international relations within the story world.

It can also lead to unexpected twists. For instance, instead of rushing into a fight, the hero's caution might make them find a different solution, which changes the direction of the story. Their cautious nature might make them form alliances that they wouldn't have otherwise, which in turn affects the power dynamics in the plot. They might also avoid certain areas or characters because of their caution, which could later be revealed as a crucial missed opportunity or a smart move depending on how the story unfolds.

Overpowered characters can also provide a sense of wish - fulfillment for readers. In 'Sword Art Online', Kirito's overpowered moments give readers the feeling of being able to overcome great odds. His abilities make him a hero - like figure, and his adventures, whether it's slaying powerful bosses or rescuing other players, are exciting and inspiring. This kind of character can keep readers engaged as they follow their journey through the challenges of the story world.

An overpowered child Naruto can also impact the way the Akatsuki is introduced. Instead of being a looming threat that Naruto has to grow to face, they might become aware of his power early and target him sooner. This would completely shift the pacing of the story, as Naruto would be forced into more dangerous situations at a young age. Also, the training arcs would be different. He wouldn't need to go through the same basic training as in the original story, and might instead focus on more advanced and unique techniques that match his overpowered status.

It makes Naruto more powerful. He can defeat stronger enemies more easily.

In the 'the hero is overpowered but overly cautious novel', the hero's overpowered nature allows him to be in the center of big events. However, his overly cautious trait makes him approach these events in a very different way compared to a more impulsive hero. This affects the plot by creating a series of events where he first analyzes every situation thoroughly. This might lead to missed opportunities at first, but later on, it could also lead to more strategic and long - term solutions, which in turn drives the plot in unexpected directions.

They can drive the plot forward quickly. Since they are powerful, they can take on big challenges early on, like in 'No Game No Life', the siblings' overpowered intelligence allows them to enter high - stakes games right away.

Often, the protagonists have unique abilities. For example, in 'No Game No Life', Sora and Shiro have super - intelligent minds that give them an edge in every game they play. They can analyze complex situations quickly.

Another example is 'Overlord'. The protagonist, Momonga, is transferred into a game world and he has incredible powers right from the start. His character is designed to be extremely powerful, which makes for an interesting story as he navigates this new world with his overpowered abilities. In light novels like these, the overpowered protagonist often drives the plot forward by being able to take on challenges that normal characters couldn't.

Yes, in some fanfictions, Harry can be overpowered. It often makes the story less suspenseful. For example, if he can easily defeat every enemy without much effort, the tension and excitement of battles are lost. Also, it might change the relationships with other characters. Since he doesn't need much help, his friends become more like sidekicks rather than equal partners in the adventure.