I think I commented before about this, but I'll say it again lol. I've read enough good stories (well translated or originally in english) & badly translated stories to understand that the translation is good, but that the author's writing/storytelling is lacking. There are certain story elements & info that readers should've already seen/gotten, but haven't cuz the author hasn't written it (e.g. backstory of mana use in FL's family & in the kingdom). Those r just some things that a scantalation group can't make up...cuz then they would be co-writers lol.
Y'all r doing a fantastic job piecing this story together! Thx for the recap too! <3