I am looking for novels with a MC who can be strong on his own. This strength can be from his smarts or strength. I find such characters cool. Some examples are Tatsuya Shiba from Mahouka, Mizuto Irido from Motokano, Hachiman Hikigaya from Oregairu, Kiyotaka Ayanokouji from Classroom of the Elite. Any other recommendations with cool protags are welcome. I am grateful for all suggestions Some more novels that fit this type off the top of my head is Seoul Station Necromancer and Hyouka
Clockwork Planet [Reberu] ga Arunara Agerudesho The World of Otome Games is Tough For Mobs Your and My Asylum ? Dungeon Defense ?
Everyone Else is a Returnee Leveling with the Gods Max Level Newbie The Novel’s Extra The Tutorial Is Too Hard The Villain Wants to Live A Monster Who Levels Up Invisible Dragon Solo Clear The King of the Battlefield Turns Out To Be a Genius Duelist
Klein morettiLOTM 48 Hours a Day An Art Student Who Lives Twice Holy Emperor’s Grandson is a Necromancer They all are the protagonist that i enjoy reading
Thanks for the recs. I have read Dungeon Defense and I tend to read novels that are completed or have a lot of chapters already out. I'll definitely read Reberu and Otome Game Always get a smile when I see Invisible Dragon recommended . I've read all these novels except Leveling with the Gods which I will definitely read. Thanks for the recs I've also read all the books except the Art Student one which I will check out. Thanks!