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Cannon Fodder Counterattack Investigation System

炮灰逆袭探案系统

Native Language Chinese

Released 2017

Author风舲

TypeWeb Novel (CN)

Original Ch.: 124

Translated Ch.: 124

Rank: #1181

Last Update: April 19, 2026

Original Pub.: jjwxc

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Cannon Fodder Counterattack Investigation System is a popular novel that blends Action, Adventure, Comedy and more. Written by the author 风舲. A total of 124 chapters have been translated and the novel is complete.

Synopsis

“Is this really a f*cking cannon fodder counterattack system???” Zhou ZiRuo transmigrated into a game and became a shapeshifting, cannon fodder, baby fox demon.
As a new (male) fox demon, he thought his task was only to counterattack the gold-fingered, peerless, super explosively cool, iceberg protagonist.
But why did the iceberg protagonist seem like he was possessed by a death god, with NPCs dropping dead left and right everywhere he went?
Why must he help the protagonist investigate the incidents or else the counterattack percentage would fall through the floor, leading to his death?
As Zhou ZiRou wearily investigated the supernatural cases, at the same time, he walked down the grand path of counterattacking the protagonist and kicking him to the curb.
Yet no one knew that under the iceberg protagonist’s calm and proper exterior was a heart that was both kuudere and wicked.
System: Congratulations! The counterattack was successful!
Zhou ZiRou: You motherf*cker, you never said that I’d counterattack into the role of the female lead ahhh!!!

Action Adventure Comedy Martial Arts Mystery Romance Supernatural Xuanhuan Yaoi

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Editor's Note

💡 The "Straight" Fox Paradox. Zhou ZiRuo is a textbook case of an unreliable narrator. He spends a significant amount of the novel insisting he is straight and "crushing" on every female NPC, yet he remains remarkably passive—even compliant—when the male lead makes aggressive romantic moves. It’s a classic BL "straight-to-gay" trope that some find hilarious and others find infuriatingly illogical.

CSI: Martial Arts Edition. Surprisingly, the "investigation" part of the title isn't just flavor text. The novel is structured around supernatural criminal cases. While the detective work is more "Detective Conan" (characters explaining things out loud) than a gritty noir, the mysteries are generally considered the strongest part of the writing.

Wasted Fox Traits. If you’re coming for the "seductive fox demon" aesthetic, manage your expectations. Despite the system and the author constantly mentioning his "alluring" appearance, the MC rarely uses these traits strategically. He spends more time being a "damsel in distress" than a cunning trickster.

The Worldbuilding "Middle-Flip." The author is known for changing the rules of the world mid-story (e.g., the limits of cultivation or the lifespan of characters). It reads more like an experimental web serial than a tightly plotted novel, so expect some logic holes.

121 Chapters of supernatural detective work, accidental seduction, and a system that won't stop trolling its host. Completed.

Experience Curve

The Fox & The Iceberg (Ch. 1–30): ⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The Hook. The transmigration and the initial "bickering" dynamic between the Fox and the Protagonist are fast-paced and funny.

The Murder Mystery Loop (Ch. 31–80): ⭐⭐⭐ – The Grind. The novel settles into a "Case of the Week" format. While the mysteries are decent, the MC’s "logic leaps" regarding his own sexuality and the ML's intentions start to wear thin for some.

The Final Conspiracy (Ch. 81–121): ⭐⭐⭐ – The Climax. The sub-plots weave into a larger whole. The tone shifts from "quirky comedy" to a more serious drama with some "dog-blood" (cliché angst) twists before the finish line.

WebNovelDB Review

6 /10

A "popcorn" BL novel that excels at supernatural mysteries but falters with inconsistent characterization and a protagonist who stays "powerless" longer than most readers prefer.

Romance Dynamism: 6/10. It’s a very traditional "Strong/Cold ML x Weak/Cute MC" dynamic. The relationship develops quickly in terms of action, but the emotional depth is often sacrificed for comedic effect.

Mystery Quality: 7.5/10. The cases are creative and involve "death god" vibes where NPCs drop like flies. It keeps the plot moving even when the romance feels stagnant.

Consistency: 4/10. Rules of cultivation and character motivations shift frequently. The MC’s "tough guy" persona from the first chapter evaporates almost instantly once he meets the ML.

Support Cast: 5/10. While there are some impressive women later in the story, the early female characters are often portrayed as obsessive or evil plot devices to push the main couple together.

The Good: The translation is exceptionally smooth and well-annotated, which helps keep track of the complex side characters. The mystery arcs provide a nice structure that differentiates it from standard "system" novels.

The Bad: The MC’s "System-enforced" stupidity can be grating. If you dislike protagonists who are constantly kidnapped or rescued without using their own powers, this will be a tough read.

The Archetype: The Accidental Heroine. He wanted to kick the protagonist to the curb; he ended up in the protagonist’s bed.

Final Verdict: Read this if you want a lighthearted, supernatural mystery with BL elements that doesn't require too much deep thinking. Skip it if you want a competent, powerful MC or a strictly logical cultivation world.

WebNovelDB Team

Key Information

Main Characters: Zhou ZiRuo (A modern gamer turned baby fox demon) and Lu LiXiao (The "iceberg" protagonist with a hidden wicked side).

Power System: A Counterattack/Investigation hybrid. It forces the MC to solve murders and "counter" the ML's influence, but the rewards usually lead to the MC becoming more "feminized" or attached to the ML.

Themes: Detective work in a cultivation setting, the "illusion" of being straight, fate vs. game mechanics, and the "Damsel" trope.

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