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[LordDeathwatch]

Trying s3 I even read past where I stopped and still managed to drop the damn anime I dropped the book like a year or 2 ago

Yeah well you did the right thing bro, this was just a mess. It really lacked direction, they didn't know what the show was anymore.

Are we slave liberators or are we building a community? Are we being foster parents or are we redeeming fallen heroes? Focusing on the Waves or some mystery link between the old king and some flurries?

Like TF?

Thank you for your sacrifice. I bailed at ep 10 of season 3. Now I know not to go back too.

Yeah I'm taking this one for the squad because there's one decent episode and that's 12 and even that was literally mid, no exaggeration.

About to cue up one of the other shows @tripleaamin has on the backlog after I finish Junji Ito's horror collection.

 

[tripleaamin]

For The Witch & the Beast episode 8, it adapted Chapter 18+19 were adapted today. From a visual standpoint it was one of the worst episodes. But if they save enough budget next week then it was worth it. Pacing for the most part was solid given this is a low budget adaptation. Ignoring the visual issues with the episode, the episode did a good job at showcasing Helga's backstory. Brutality even with the limited budget did a decent job.

While I do think that the Executioner mind controlling Helga and everybody else was meh. But I think it set things up perfectly showcasing how much of a fool he is thinking he could keep the Demon Sword under his control. Underestimating the reason for the seal in the first place.

Spoiler: The Witch and the Beast Ep 8

 

[twan83]

RIP Toriyama

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[Balla]

RIP to the GOAT anime and manga creator

 

[OneDeep]

Without Toriyama anime wouldn’t be where it is now

RIP

 

[tripleaamin]

RIP Toriyama

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Man talk a man that shaped the popularity of anime. We all talk about the big 3 of bleach, Naruto and one piece. But growing up it was yugioh, Pokémon and DBZ. These were the anime that shaped my childhood.

DBZ is a series where its legacy and influence is still felt today. So many iconic things from the series where even if you are casual you knew all about them.

RIP to a legend not only in anime & manga, but among Japanese media in general as his influence is felt even in the dragon quest series.

 

[Flexington]

One thing imo that a lot of isekais lack is the proper use of multiple characters being transferred into another world. Similar to Shizue, Yuuki creates a connection to Rimuru from his former world. Is it not needed? Maybe not, but it makes the conversation that Rimuru has with Shizue and Yuuki more heartfelt because it has the feel of seeing an old friend from your hometown. As Rimuru creates a place for monsters to be at peace with each other, this aspect gives Rimuru motivation to get along with humans. Despite being a slime, his personality is essentially human.

Also, this episode supplements the stuff regarding Shizue where she was forcefully summoned into this world and was used as a weapon. The summoning ritual Veldora mentions at the beginning of the series can also summon children. In which the power that we saw Shizue in habit, kids can't contain that in a healthy manner for more than 5 years.

The series did a great job in demonstrating how cruel it was for Shizue, but imagine these group of kids who got forced to live in this world and will be forced to die for things absolutely out of their control. By understanding Shizue's situation you can really grasp how important helping those kids was to her. You really understand what Rimuru calls carrying on her will.

Overall this shows the cruel part of this world and the human side of it can be sickening. These people are greedy, and it further illustrates that these individuals being summoned are looked as no more than tools. But it's even more gruesome to see that they don't care about the consequences for the people being summoned. Oh, it's a child? Guess we had bad luck better trying again.

Your post with Gabiru got me watching this

Have you been watching any of the side stories like Slime Diaries?

 

[tripleaamin]

Your post with Gabiru got me watching this

Have you been watching any of the side stories like Slime Diaries?

I plan to rewatch that after I finish S1 today.

 

[tripleaamin]

 

[Jmare007]

The levels between Frieren and the rest of these folks is

No wonder Himmel told her to dial down on the fancy spells, Ice Queen conjuring black holes and throwing galaxies to her enemies if she wants to

If this is all setting up for Frieren to become an enemy that Fern has to slay I'ma be sad as fukk. I've watched enough depressing anime in my time, let me have this feel good masterpiece for once

The mimic catching Frieren again


By the way, LOVED how they explained that mages battles rely on matchups. Series are at their best when fights aren't determined just by power (in this case mana) levels. Opens up so many possibilities

 

[tripleaamin]

@LordDeathwatch

One of the coldest anime moments from last year. Yayoi-chan is cold af

 

[tripleaamin]

Weakest Tamer Episode 9

You know big props for the men for keeping their word to keeping Sora a secret. But holy crap almost of them were traitors including a high ranking noble. The worst feeling a genuine good person can feel is that their trust with someone is betrayed and found out what happened later. You can't fault for yourself as you didn't know, but knowing that information was used in a bad cause stings.

To me Ivy and Sora in this series represent the term looking at the world through a child's perspective. Because Ivy has been so cautious and see also the thoughts from her previous life, it gives her a perspective most normal people wouldn't have. So when the men get surprised that Ivy is only 9. It's less how long she has experience life and more so how your life has been. She has a rough ride since turning 6. I am so happy things are getting better for her. Meanwhile, for Sora seeing how much he has grown is really awesome to watch too. From a slime that could barely hold it together. Now he is an invaluable help in the current crisis.

Man things just get worse and worse considering how much money and reach the organization has. It gets more terrifying by the minute. Thank fukking god Rattloore was with Ivy. Thought now the brothers come in now the situation turns really dicey ugh.

Spoiler: Weakest Tamer Ep 9

 

[LordDeathwatch]

The levels between Frieren and the rest of these folks is

No wonder Himmel told her to dial down on the fancy spells, Ice Queen conjuring black holes and throwing galaxies to her enemies if she wants to

If this is all setting up for Frieren to become an enemy that Fern has to slay I'ma be sad as fukk. I've watched enough depressing anime in my time, let me have this feel good masterpiece for once

The mimic catching Frieren again


By the way, LOVED how they explained that mages battles rely on matchups. Series are at their best when fights aren't determined just by power (in this case mana) levels. Opens up so many possibilities

Matchups make matches, or as our resident boxing connoisseur @LauderdaleBoss will tell you: styles make fights.

If it was based purely on power, there would be zero suspense to this series 99% of the time because she would stomp out everyone. Instead they made you pay attention because she's admitted to losing like 7 times and against humans in some cases, so it's a little more unpredictable and makes you wonder. You can build on that, tell a story around that and humanity's rapid growth.

@LordDeathwatch

One of the coldest anime moments from last year. Yayoi-chan is cold af

Cold ain't even the word, this girl is ruthless when it comes to these spirits and accomplishing her goals. All that Talk Jutsu gets left to the side characters, later for that shyt.

 

[tripleaamin]

Sousou no Frieren Episode 26

Only chapters 54+55 were adapted here. So much of the action was built an added up to the manga. So much of the fights were greatly expanded. The most notable was Lawine and Richter's section. And how they went out in the Frieren & Fern vs Frieren Replica is beyond insane.

One of the best action episodes of the season for one of the best adaptations I have seen out of an anime. When we talk about in terms of one season adaptation this is eclipsing the likes of 86 and MT S1. Like man, it elevates the manga so much like god-damn. More so about the episode itself

Ever since the 2nd exam started it's been an insane run. The funny part was them realizing Sense coming with them ended up being a con more than a pro because of her replica. One point I really like that was mentioned by Denken and Methode is that these fights are basically a game of matchups. The key for them is that they can pick the matchups. The biggest issue was Fern and Sense's replicas as they are hard to detect. And Sense's replica coming out of nowhere to land blows on Lawine and Richter exhibit a First Class Mage can suddenly put you in a world of danger.

This episode truly showcased how deranged and strong Ubel is. It's kind of cool to show that screw a power scale approach. She can perceive the impossible. She makes allies and enemies both sweat intensely. This episode highlighted then even a sound strategy won't make beating Frieren's replica easy. Big moment for Fern where she tanked that hit. Thankfully she is still alive. And the replica's biggest mistake was giving Frieren a chance to deliver an undetected blow. Fern was the key here and Frieren's praise to her highlights that.

Of course Frieren got stuck in a mimic at the end

Spoiler: Frieren Ep 26

 

[tripleaamin]

Wrong Way to Using Healing Magic Episode 10

You know when you usually see a character say the old me is dead you usually it comes from an antagonist point of view. But I love how much Suzune is expressing herself. She is ultra dorky, but it adds to her charm. You really have to take into account how much pressure she must have felt back home. And now she can be herself. Usato accept that side of her is something I imagine she couldn't imagine anyone back home doing. Well that's my speculation.

Rose and Usato's talk was interesting. Usato hasn't had too many fighting opportunities unlike his two friends. Still this a big moment for him. It's tough right now, but hopefully he can step it up. I assume what Rose told him, which we couldn't here is used next episode. Though Usato seeing his vision coming to life in front of him is going to sting. Hopefully he can push through it.

Suzune had the right idea unfortunately the whole counter thing being such a mystery allowed the black knight to fool her. Which then allowed him to deal decisive blows on Suzune and Kazuki. I assume healing magic will be used to counter the counter. Curious how this showdown continues.

Spoiler: The Wrong Way To Use Healing Magic Ep 10