Flashbacks reveal that in the original timeline, Oh-jin was actually the villain (the Heavenly Demon) who was left for dead by Shin-hyuk.
By chapter 26, the protagonist, , has firmly established his facade as the "Regressor" after stealing the roleāand the divine stigmaāfrom the original hero, Lee Shin-hyuk . This arc focuses on Oh-jinās desperate struggle to maintain this lie while navigating the expectations of Vega , the celestial who believes he is her chosen savior. IŠ²Šā¢m Not a Regressor 26-50
Fans praise the series for being a clever twist on the generic "returner" trope, highlighting Oh-jinās charismatic but flawed personality. Flashbacks reveal that in the original timeline, Oh-jin
The relationship with Isabella and the growing "harem" elements become more prominent, though Oh-jin remains wary of forming deep bonds that could be "broken" if the worldās cycle resets. š Reader Consensus Reviews of this specific stretch are polarized: Fans praise the series for being a clever
As the story approaches chapter 50, the tone shifts from dark humor to a more serious exploration of the "Heavenly Demon" prophecy.
In the chapters ranging from 26 to 50, Iām Not a Regressor (also known as A Regressorās Tale of Cultivation ) pivots from its initial premise of a "conman in a heroās world" toward deeper themes of identity, high-stakes manipulation, and the psychological toll of acting like someone you aren't. š”ļø The Fake Heroās Burden
Oh-jin continues to use his "scammer" instincts to predict events and manipulate the Association and other Awakeners.