One common theme is the struggle to adapt to normal life. After being a hero with a lot of action and excitement, the retired hero often finds it hard to fit into a normal, quiet life.
Sure. 'The Legend of the Retired Hero' is a great one. It tells the story of a hero who, after retiring, still gets involved in various adventures to protect his village from new threats. Another good option could be 'Retired Hero's New Journey' which focuses on the hero exploring a different kind of life, away from the battles he used to fight.
The theme of legacy also exists. The retired hero wants to leave a positive mark on the world. He might train a new generation of heroes or complete a final mission that will be remembered. For instance, an old superhero might pass on his powers or knowledge to a young protégé, ensuring that his heroic values are carried on.
Another one could be 'The Return of the King' in 'The Lord of the Rings' series. Aragorn, who has a heroic past, returns after years of wandering. He is like a retired hero coming back to fulfill his ultimate destiny in the fight against the dark forces. He uses his past experience and leadership to lead the people to victory.
One popular retired hero web novel could be 'The Retired Hero's New Life'. In this type of novel, the retired hero often has to adjust to a normal life after a life of adventure. They might face challenges like dealing with past enemies who still hold grudges or finding a new purpose in a world that has moved on without them.
Often, the main character is the retired hero himself. He has a backstory filled with heroic deeds. For example, he might have saved the world from a great evil in the past.
The novel "League of Legends: The Legendary Killer God" was about a legendary player, She Yiyang, who had once enjoyed boundless glory in the e-sports circle. For some reason, he suddenly announced his retirement and disappeared from the public's view, exploding the entire professional e-sports circle. Two years later, he reappeared in the e-sports circle. He formed a team made up of small internet cafes and broke into the professional e-sports circle. In the game, he slowly revealed those unknown stories. The plot of the novel was compact and interesting, suitable for eSports fans to read. I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗
It might not meet your needs, but I'll try my best to recommend a novel that is most relevant to your needs." Film and Television Begins with the SEALs " is a military-military war novel written by the author, Little Soldier. The general plot of this novel is:
He was reborn as a navy soldier and became a top-notch special forces soldier of the Navy SEALs. Patriotic? It didn't exist! Making money was the way to go. Dollar was so fragrant, and there were zero-dollar purchases everywhere. He had to take the opportunity to get more. I'll set a small goal first and earn him 100 billion! [Movies currently available: Seal Team Six, Black Hawk Down, Operation Red Wing, Border Killer, 13 Hours of Crisis, Shocking Rescue, Operation Brave, Fast Chase, Mechanic, Navy SEALs, Tarkov, Life or Death Sniper, Hurricane Rescue…]
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" The Super Soldier King from Zhan Lang " was a military-war fantasy novel written by the author, Heaven Saber. The general plot of this novel was:
He had transmigrated to the movie world of Wolf Warrior 2 and obtained the Cold Front skill. He had started off as the King of Special Forces and started his own heaven-defying journey in the movie world.
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" Miaoying Special Forces " was a military-spy novel written by the author, Qiuyue Chunfeng. The general plot of this novel was:
Do you still remember the once popular American drama, Garrison's Daredevils? This work tells the story of those loyal and brave people who fought with the enemy at the risk of their lives in that turbulent era…
To stir up trouble behind enemy lines and give the enemy a surprise attack…
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" Film and Television Begins from the Assault of Soldiers " was a military-career novel written by the author, The End of the Heavens. The general plot of the novel was:
Jiang Bei had transmigrated to the world of the film and television, where soldiers attacked and became a member of the Seventh Steel Company. PS: This book gathers soldiers to attack, I'm a special forces soldier, Fire Blue Blade, Red Sea Operation, and a series of film and television worlds...
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Special Forces: The Rise of Wolf Warrior was a novel about urban life written by the author, Yi Shan Chen. The general plot of this novel was:
Lin Ling, who was a die-hard soldier fan, unexpectedly came to the world of the popular film and television drama Special Forces. Facing the familiar opening, his idol-level comrades used their prophetic ability to reverse the plot step by step and achieve the peak of the world of the soldier king!
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" Special Forces: The Brave King " was a military-related novel written by the author, Feng Yun Leng Jian. The general plot of the novel was:
The brave will win!
A cowardly soldier was sent to the special forces to train and experience the cruel training of the devil, witnessing the rise of heroes and kings. Fighting against strong enemies, risking their lives on the battlefield, growing step by step, becoming a king.
PS: This book is the author's third special forces story after "Special Forces: Wolf Fang" and "Special Forces: Wolf Attack". I guarantee my character. Welcome to the pit...
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" The Strongest Special Bodyguard " was a novel about urban life written by the author, A Glass of Red Wine. The general plot of the novel was:
He was the king of the Weapon Kings!
He was the Grim Reaper of the assassin world!
He was extremely arrogant!
The valiant soldier king, Ye Long, left the mysterious army and returned to Huadu. He was ordered by the mysterious old man to protect the beautiful lady boss.
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" Special Forces: Sting " was a military-war fantasy novel written by the author, whose saber was stained with blood. The general plot of the novel was:
From the moment I was forced to take off my military uniform, my pair of iron fists only fought for myself!
The special forces returned to the city, their fists as strong as the wind, invincible! He had thought that he would lose his faith after losing his military uniform, but he did not expect that the appearance of his beloved woman would become his lifelong protection!
A soldier would never bow his head, but he was only willing to lose to her. He was only willing to live up to the past, live up to the past, and have no regrets in this life.
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" The Beautiful Boss's Personal Soldier King " was an urban supernatural novel written by the author, Dun. The general plot of this novel was:
Entrusted by his fiancée:
He came to Binhai City to take care of his sister.
He had accidentally become the little witch's nanny, bodyguard, driver, and all-rounded companion.
This wasn't…Here it comes again.
Brother, I'm drunk in a bar. Come and save me quickly…
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" Retired Special Forces: The Almighty King " was a novel about urban life written by the author, Jiang Zuo Qingfeng. The general plot of the novel was:
Hawkeye Divine Spear, Jade Shura, Saber King, Bloodthirsty! This year, Blade King Jiang Zuo retired. He was tired of living in the dark and began to stand on the stage. He entered the entertainment industry, had fun, and walked the world! He was the best singer. Famous songs were born from his hands! He was a top screenwriter, and he had created many classic movies and television shows! He was the best actor, and he had acted out god-level characters one by one! Let's see how the man known as the king of specials will play around in the entertainment industry!
King's Special Forces. The male lead, Qin Lei, was a retired special forces soldier. He was handsome, bold, and well-versed in martial arts. After he retired, he came to the city to wander the world and started a series of amazing stories. If you like urban novels with special forces elements, then King of the Special Forces is definitely your cup of tea. I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗
A novel that might fit this description is 'Our Kind of Traitor' by John le Carré. Although it's not strictly about a retired spy in a small town, it has elements of a spy trying to break away from the dangerous world of espionage and finding himself in a somewhat idyllic, small - town - like setting at times. The story is full of twists and turns as the main character gets caught between different forces.