Dungeon People Vol. 1

ダンジョンの中のひと #1

by sui hutami

An unexplored dungeon, filled with monsters and traps. An expert thief, searching for her lost father. When Clay delves into the dungeon deeper than any adventurer has ever gone, she is offered a job by the dungeon's caretaker! Now, instead of exploring, Clay must learn how to interview new monsters, set traps and position slimes around the dungeon. Will this new career path bring her any closer to finding her father?

Genres: Manga, Fantasy, Slice Of Life, Young Adult, Graphic Novels, Comics, Humor

202 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 18, 2021

Reviews

[Autumn · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was way more boring than I anticipated. The fight scenes were lacking and the over all story just wasn't that interesting. Cool concept, poor execution.

[zoddicus · Rating 4 out of 5]

Started reading this after watching the anime. Broadly the details of what is covered in this volume vs the anime are very similar. Some subtle differences like names of things/how they are presented, but broadly that could be a different translator thing, or just subtle changing of medium.

The only significant difference I would say is in the POV and thus the presentation of Clay. In the anime we have some form of omniscient third person narration that is broadly trying to present the story in a somewhat neutral manner, though following Clay around (with some narration). The manga is more leaning towards being a first person from Clay's perspective, though it widens over the volume.

The big thing this does, is that at least initially in the manga, Clay is presented as somewhat normal if driven, and Bella is the only 'weird' one, though this does change overtime with widen of the perspective.

But in the anime Clay is pretty much right off the bat presented as being a weirdo whose obsession with exploring/training make it hard for her to relate to other people. Bella is presented as being similar in this regards, some level of driven/sheltered upbringing leading to them being a bit weird.

I think the dynamic works better in the anime, since in the manga Clay just comes off as mean/rude sometimes, but even by the end of the volume you can see the writing style change. So I think this is more it being the first volume and trying to figure out who the characters are, and the anime gets to start with knowing what works.

[Ellyn → Allonsythornraxx · Rating 3 out of 5]

13/04/2025
3.5 ⭐️
I had no idea what this was about when I randomly picked it up at the library, but I definitely think I'll have to continue the series!

✨ 61/100 read for 100 Graphics in a Year Reading Challenge ✨ + also read for the graphicsathon spring reading challenge! 🌻🌼🌷

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[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

Meh. A thief used to crawling dungeons training and searching for her father ends up on the other side, helping manage the dungeon. But she never asks anyone about her father's whereabouts, as that would be cheating? STUPID.

Overall, I didn't care too much as she's so OP that there's little suspense. Also, the whole being obsessed with finding daddy but not asking about him thing. Still, it wasn't awful, so I'd feel bad leaving it a lower review. Won't continue the series.

[Jameson Carbary · Rating 5 out of 5]

For people who are looking for dungeon fiction that isn't pervy and weird, this is the book.

It's more about how the dungeon runs and is a slow look at things. I personally think this is a near perfect manga for its genre, but I can see why some people might be looking for something more fast paced or action oriented.

It's fun, cute, and a nice cozy read. Perfect for dungeon enthusiasts looking for something lighthearted and fun.

[Gary · Rating 3 out of 5]

A bit slow to start. The plot is very simple. I really like the idea of the Dungeon being run like a job, idk about the execution. The stakes feel pretty low. I'll read volume 2 and then see how I feel from there.
I really do enjoy the premise and the art, though. It's not super unique, but it's simple and cute.

[Shay · Rating 5 out of 5]

A really fun read.

I enjoyed the idea of a managed dungeon. Having to take inventory of items in chests. Manage traps. Organize the monsters etc. Its all explained in a concise and interesting way too.

Definitely looking forward to more.

[Holly · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a wonderful and wholesome read!! I really really enjoyed it! The only reason it wasn't a five star rating was because the entire manga seemed like an introductory chapter to a novel. But it's such a fun, and light read! Can't wait for volume 2.

[Bentgaidin · Rating 4 out of 5]

'Dungeon People' is a light comedy manga about an overpowered thief who gets recruited to work for the monsters in the dungeon, instead. It's got a cute and simple art style, and I like her no-nonsense attitude. The story is extremely thin, but I'll be happy to at least pick up the next volume.

[Peacefulbookery · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cozy fantasy, dungeoncore slice-of-life!

A pared-down look at the day-to-day running of a D&D-style dungeon, from the monsters'/final boss's/dungeoncore point-of-view. Simple art, likeable characters and an interesting concept, done well.

[Jason Scott · Rating 4 out of 5]

It falls into JRPG tropes but still keeps it fresh.

[nash [larrythelatypus] · Rating 5 out of 5]

so fucking cute. the art style. I love it sm can't wait for vol 2

[Aurora · Rating 3 out of 5]

A little mellow but enjoyable enough.

[Magik · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is fun and wholesome and adorable and I loved it

[Paige R · Rating 3 out of 5]

Super cute and simple

[Grg · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great fight scenes, but I wish we got to spend more time with the dungeon minions. They're pretty funny.

[Yuiko · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nice refreshing spin on the genra but for me I was slightly bored of it. Still give it a try you might end up liking it .

[Adam Sequoyah · Rating 4 out of 5]

MPA ratings:
PG-13 for violence and partial nudity
PG for mild language and a mention of rape

[Lainy122 · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was SO cute. I really liked the idea behind the story, and enjoyed exploring it with the characters. A good one for fans of video games like Diablo or table top games like Dungeons and Dragons.

[Jenna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read up to volume five, waiting on six to release!

Fun, but I do feel like the lack of ability in explaining magic got old pretty quickly.