: Protagonists often face ridicule for their choice of "weak" pets before those creatures transform into unstoppable beasts. Specific Notable Works
: A common trope involves a protagonist who initially appears to have a weak or common talent (like F-rank) which later mutates or is revealed to be a "God-Tier" or "SSS-level" talent.
: A lighter take where the protagonist receives a "System" after taking over a shop, allowing them to upgrade pets into legendary beings. Other References
: The Beast's Pets Do Not Care for You So Much is a collection of poetry by Alice Mullin that re-imagines classic fairy tales through the eyes of villains and sidekicks.