Checking my usual sources—NovelUpdates, a few scanlation Discord servers, and the original Qidian page—it seems the answer is 'not yet, but maybe?' The author's last interview mentioned being burned out after finishing the massive 800-chapter run, but they did tease some 'exciting projects in the same universe.' What's interesting is how many elements could carry over; that cultivation system with the potato-based power levels was weirdly brilliant.
Personally, I'd kill for a prequel about the foul-mouthed sect master's youth. Remember how every flashback hinted at some legendary drunken rebellion against the celestial bureaucracy? The comedy gold writes itself. Until then, I'm rationing my rereads of the original's best moments, like the infamous 'demon beast taming via interpretive dance' chapter.
'The Incompetent' definitely stood out for its hilarious take on transmigration tropes. From what I've gathered in novel forums and author Weibo posts, there hasn't been an official sequel announced yet. The original story wrapped up pretty conclusively with that satisfying cultivation tournament arc, but the author did leave subtle hooks for future stories—like that mysterious jade amulet the protagonist found in the final chapter.
That said, the fan community has gone wild with speculation. Some dedicated readers have compiled every throwaway world-building detail into elaborate Google Docs, theorizing about potential spin-offs focusing on the demon realm or that brief mention of 'western continents.' There's even a popular fanfic series called 'The Surprisingly Competent' that explores what happened to the protagonist's original soul after the body swap.
I haven't come across any direct sequels. What makes this tricky is how many similarly titled works exist—there's 'Incompetent Hero,' 'The Incompetent Villainess,' even a manga called 'Incompetence Supreme.' But the original web novel seems to be a standalone. The comment section on the final chapter was flooded with sequel demands, with one popular theory suggesting the abrupt ending meant the author was setting up a 'Book of the Competent' follow-up. For now, I'm filling the void with fan content; there's an amazing audio drama adaptation that adds extra post-ending scenes.
2026-05-25 17:29:54
16
View All Answers
Scan code to download App
Related Books
The Billionaire's Stubborn Genius
Benjamin Archer
6.3
143.6K
Kourtney Elijah is the eldest daughter of the Elijah family in New York. Due to her stepmother's scheme, she was sent to the countryside by her despicable father at a young age. When the patriarch of the Elijah family celebrated his 60th birthday, they brought her back. She returned quietly, only to be mocked as a rural underachiever and poor girl, which angered the influential figures. A professor from a prestigious university said, "Underachiever? That's a joke! Let me introduce you to the genius who top universities worldwide are vying for!" A billionaire exclaimed, "Poor girl? Nonsense! All my wealth is thanks to Kourtney's contributions!" A certain man declared, "This is my wife. Whoever dares to mock her, I will annihilate them!"
Gillian Arison had been envisioning her engagement day for long. But...
She was shocked to realize that she woke up in the evening of her engagement day.
As if that wasn't enough, she realizes that her sister and long-term boyfriend had also gotten engaged when she was asleep.
To make it worse, they made her the substitute bride of a retard
Ariel Young finally had her life together. She graduated from a prestigious University in New York and finally landed her dream job.Well...not exactly THE job. Her goal is to start from the bottom and work her way up to become the Executive member of the company. To achieve that goal, she decided to accept the job as the assistant of the CEO at the company. A narcissistic nightmarish of a person who became determined to make her his woman.Find my interview with Goodnovel: https://tinyurl.com/yxmz84q2
Jane is a teenager in high school who had always been insecure about her looks thanks to her older sister who was always deemed more beautiful. She thought living under her sister's shadow was the worst thing that could happen to her.Until one day, her luck turned for the worst when the school's biggest jerk and the bad boy Jake decided to force her to become his wing-woman to win Liliana's heart! Not only that, she accidentally bumped into an even bigger jerk, Jake's older brother Aaron who couldn't seem to keep his hands off of her. How will she ever escape these ruthless bad boys?*Cover designed by Modern_Diary
The company just hired a clueless new intern.
For a contract worth millions, she misplaced a decimal point and practically handed it over for one dollar.
I chased after the high-speed train and drank until my stomach bled before I managed to recover the company's losses.
While I was still in the hospital, she ran to my fiance, Edward Cooper, to complain.
"I've always been bad at math. How was I supposed to know something like that!"
Edward smiled at her dotingly, replying, "You just lack experience. Go ahead and do whatever you want. If anything goes wrong, Zoe will take the blame."
I was so furious I nearly quit on the spot.
To so-call "make it up to me," Jenny insisted on cleaning my office as an apology. She ended up throwing newly approved bidding proposals straight into the shredder.
The company lost hundreds of millions. I was fired and sued.
I ended up in prison, where I was tortured to death by inmates.
As I lay there on my last breath, I heard Jenny crying once more.
"If only I were smarter… maybe Zoe would still be alive?"
Edward stroked her head gently, soothing her, "She was incompetent. She couldn't even keep track of her documents. You're still young. You don't need to blame yourself."
I died of anger.
When I opened my eyes again, I had returned to the day Jenny first joined the company.
Following in his father's footsteps, Evan Hollen became CEO of Hollen Tower. Handsome, successful and rich, he was a playboy and wasn't looking for love anytime soon.
But despite his playboy habits, Jasmine Blackman, Evan's assistant, had a secret crush on him. Things didn't stay a secret for long especially when one of Evan's ex showed up.
The Defective' is one of those hidden gems that leaves you craving more, and I totally get why you're asking about a sequel! From what I've dug up, there hasn't been any official announcement about a follow-up yet. The original story wraps up with some lingering questions, though—like what happens to the protagonist's fractured relationships or that eerie underground facility. It feels ripe for expansion, doesn't it? I’ve seen fans theorizing about potential spin-offs exploring side characters, and honestly, I’d love a prequel diving into the world’s dystopian origins. Until then, I’ve been filling the void with similar titles like 'The Flawed' or 'Imperfections', which scratch that psychological thriller itch.
If a sequel does drop someday, I hope it retains the first installment’s gritty atmosphere and unreliable narration. The author has a knack for blending existential dread with action, and I’d hate to see that diluted. For now, I’m clinging to fan forums and speculative threads—it’s half the fun, really. The wait might be long, but the speculation keeps the story alive.