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These books are ranked using the characterization labels extracted for Ajin: Demi-Human, Vol. 3.
Characterization labels used: cold protagonist, selfish protagonist, unlikeable characters, morally gray cast, ruthless antagonist, cunning villain, teamup ally, mysterious antagonist, character backstories, character development, antihero lead, secondary character focus
Focused on “complex villains” where exact label matches exist.
This does not mean the books share the same plot, setting, quality, or difficulty. It means their characterization embeddings are close.
In a ruined future, Tom, Wren, and their allies race through shifting factions and hidden secrets toward one last war-scarred reckoning.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: naive protagonist · morally gray characters · complex villains · flawed characters · traumatized heroine · childlike adults · love-to-hate character · redeemed character · undead/ reanimated character
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1462
A young necromancer-king must defend his rising city while a real-world hearing threatens the game’s future.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: antihero · young protagonist · ruthless protagonist · awkward protagonist · childish protagonist · powerful AI · villain protagonist · self-aware AI · overpowered characters · stagnating character arc · character growth · morally gray cast · supporting cast · deep characters · strategic protagonist · stubborn protagonist · overpowered villain
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1226
In a war-torn dystopia, Todd, Viola, and an alien witness are forced into brutal choices that could save or doom everyone.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: young protagonists · antiheroic choices · morally gray characters · complex villains · charismatic villain · vengeful character · strong female lead · coming-of-age
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1573
In a limbo for dead children, rival leaders, new powers, and family-seeking quests drive a dangerous afterlife war.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: teen protagonists · morally gray characters · fanatical leader · villain protagonist · antiheroic · complex villains · character development · scattered ensemble · codependency · ambitious antagonist · misguided protector · body-hopping ability · outsider · reluctant leader
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1578
Ed, Al, and allies are pulled into deadly revelations as a monster-filled trap exposes deeper conspiracy and hidden identities.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: capable protagonist · strategic protagonist · determined protagonist · complex villains · terrifying antagonists · morally gray characters · competent leader · manipulative ruler
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1634
An orphaned girl enters the Frankenstein household and learns survival may depend on controlling the boy she’s meant to serve.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: morally gray protagonist · cunning heroine · manipulative protagonist · resourceful survivor · volatile genius · unrepentant villain · brooding psychopath · complex character arcs · side character focus · female friendships
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1381
A flawed scientist and his team are trapped hopping through dangerous alternate realities after their dimension device is sabotaged.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: flawed protagonist · antihero · morally gray cast · unlikable characters · ensemble cast · scientist protagonist · corporate antagonist · estranged family · self-destructive lead
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1383
A reluctant undead ruler returns to a brutal VR game, juggling leadership, allies, and an AI with its own agenda.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: outcast protagonist · villain protagonist · antihero · necromancer · overpowered protagonist · tactician · strategist · leader arc · reluctant ruler · sociopathic antagonist · bully antagonist · AI character · supporting companions · secondary protagonists · redeemable ally · socially awkward protagonist · growth arc · morally gray cast
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1392
A young living goddess hides a demon and claws to keep her throne as priests move to replace her.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: villainess · morally gray heroine · unapologetic antiheroine · ruthless protagonist · ambitious protagonist · self-serving protagonist · paranoid protagonist · desperate protagonist · traumatized protagonist · unreliable narrator · young ruler
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1445
A freed VR prisoner returns to his game world, only to face revenge, betrayal, and a conspiracy that blurs reality.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: underdog protagonist · antihero · revenge-driven · trusting protagonist · manipulated protagonist · resourceful lead · legendary avatar · morally gray cast · secondary protagonists · mentor figure · betrayed hero
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1456
A traumatized teen assassin tries to live as a normal civilian, but her past and rival killers catch up fast.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: traumatized protagonist · morally gray characters · badass heroine · antihero · reserved protagonist · stubborn protagonist · vulnerable protagonist · morally ambiguous · introverted protagonist · strong female lead · deadly protagonist · child soldier
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1460
In a feudal realm of shifting seasons, rival houses battle for power while a northern threat and buried secrets rise.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: morally gray · complex characters · flawed characters · ensemble cast · noble family · antiheroic · young characters · child protagonists · witty character · unsympathetic villains · honorable protagonist · scheming rivals
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1464
