That Time I got Reincarnated as a Slime: Does this RPG anime offer something new?

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Source Anime — No Comments ↓

Are you frustrated about Sword Art Online III? Do you love isekai anime but the new ones you’ve watched did not go well with your taste? Then look nowhere else because That Time I got Reincarnated as a Slime is likely to be the perfect match for you.

How can I confidently say such a statement? I’ve read almost every RPG manga even the least popular ones and watched their respective anime adaptations. Among all of them, That Time I go Reincarnated as a Slime, stands out as the most complete. It’s an anime series that you’ll enjoy from the get-go. First of all, it’s not hard to root for the main protagonist who got reincarnated as the weakest monster in almost every RPG, a slime. I know he is not an ordinary one but his small and adorable appearance makes it impossible to hate him. He also has an easy-going personality. Second, this anime has a few boring moments. Interesting events keep coming like a landslide to keep us entertained. Humor is also sprinkled every now and then which serve as great breaks before serious and important plot elements are introduced. You might have noticed that I’ve already on board to this anime’s hype train and honestly I am. Read further if you want to know how That Time I got Reincarnated as a Slime captured my heart and other thousands of anime fans despite embracing an overused storyline.

Mind watching That Time I got Reincarnated as a Slime Trailer?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYLmFxKrGx0

Visuals: 4/5

I love it. Every new RPG anime seems to get better visually nowadays. As long as it’s not as bad as what they did to Death March to the Parallel World Rhapsody, I’m happy. The animation sequence that I like the most is when Rimuru, the main protagonist, consults with Great Sage. The Great Sage talks like an AI in a Sci-Fi movie which is really cool and the animation that comes with it completes the futuristic atmosphere. It even makes me think that he might be reincarnated inside a game and not in the real world. The fight scenes animation is also impressive. It’s not as detailed as good as Seven Deadly Sins but it is still very entertaining. I would love to give it a perfect score but I’m reserving that for an anime who can blend both 2d and 3d animation and so far only Overlord attempted it with a passing grade.

Voice Acting: 3/5

I’m not really a fan of Rimuru’s voice as a slime. He was an adult in his past life with a much deeper voice so why did he lose that? I can understand sounding like a child as he mimics Shizue but as a slime I think it would have been better if he retained his voice during his past life because he can’t speak and it’s just for us to know what’s in his mind as the story progress. Well, this is just my opinion and you might think otherwise. Share your thoughts in the comments section below. The voices of the supporting characters are good enough except for Ranga. It echoes like he is a spirit or something. I know it is to suggest that he speaks through telepathy but it would have been better if it’s done with a livelier and energetic voice to match a wolf’s personality.

Characters: 4/5

I love every character this anime series introduces from one episode to another. They are unique compared to other RPG anime. Yes, the orcs are still pigs but they have samurai-inspired ogres. The ogre’s appearances are far from their ugly and fat RPG counterparts. Based on how the story is currently going, their group will be Rimuru’s most powerful and loyal subordinates. The dragon Veldora also has a lovable personality. He is prideful like other overpowered characters but he is secretly lonely and has a childish personality. I find it very funny when he tried to stop Rimuru from leaving during their first meeting because he was lonely an wants a friend to talk to while still acting tough.

Plot progression (as of 3 episodes): 3/5

The pace of the story is good enough but I really want new plot twists. I’ve watched almost every new RPG anime titles so I can say that it just follows a similar route to its predecessors. This is acceptable for those who are new to this anime genre but not for those who have already watched Sword Art Online, Overlord, and the likes. I’m expecting Rimuru will build his own country where all races are accepted and be a good ruler. Other countries will disrupt the peace either because they are jealous of Rimuru’s achievements or they are against humans interacting with monsters. This storyline is too scratched. But I’m hoping That Time I got Reincarnated as a Slime will give us something new in the coming episodes.

So it is a Nay or Yay? Yay!

Do you play RPG? Are you a fan of fantasy world anime? Regardless if it’s either the two or both, you should watch That Time I go Reincarnated as a Slime. This promising RPG anime will surely entertain you. Don’t be fooled by other saying it’s very similar to Overlord and others that belong to the same genre because it’s not. Yes, it’s an overpowered MC but not to the point that he is unbeatable. He is reincarnated to another world but not as a human or other usual races but a mere slime. And he has strong allies but they are not originally strong and they develop along with him. Watching Rimuru and his group progress as a community and overcome hardships together is definitely worth the time.

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That’s my take on That Time I got Reincarnated as a Slime. This another world anime will most likely be a big hit.

The holidays are fast approaching so I don’t know if I can squeeze in watching and writing more anime reviews in my schedule but I’ll try. Are there anime shows you want to be reviewed? If that’s so, feel free to leave your suggestions in the comments sections below. As you might have noticed I only feature anime shows that interests me as of now but I give any title a chance especially those that are highly recommended by fellow anime lovers. As always give us a LIKE and don’t forget to SHARE THE ANIME LOVE MINA!

Goblin Slayer: Does it live up to the hype?

Posted on November 22, 2018 by Source Anime — No Comments ↓

The anime world has tons to offer when it comes to RPG/game inspired titles. From the pioneers like, Sword Art Online, down to the newcomers like Death March to the Parallel World Rhapsody, they introduce new flavors to spice up the genre and keep us wanting for more.

I’ve read a few chapters of the Goblin Slayer manga and was a bit impressed by how they came up with something different. Most RPG-inspired anime shows focus on strong demon lords and huge black dragons as their main antagonists. Goblin Slayer as the name suggests only has goblins as the main enemy. If you have even a little bit of RPG experience then you’ll know that they are among the weakest creature.

But Goblin Slayer, the main protagonists’ real name, thinks of it differently. He believes that goblins are the ultimate enemies of men and should be eradicated on site. His obsession with killing goblins and only goblins turned him into their races’ worst nightmare.

Watch the Goblin Slayer Trailer:

Visuals: 5/5

Goblin Slayer’s animation and overall visual vibe are outstanding. I was thinking of giving it 5 stars even just after watching its intro.

Colors are also vibrant which surprised me because I expected it to lean towards a darker tone after considering all the brutal scenes in its novel origin. The fluid fight scenes sealed the deal for me. Though short, they are exciting to watch and the character’s movements flow naturally. Topped with decent visual effects, the fight scenes in Goblin Slayer do not just live by the hype in terms of violence but also in entertainment value.

If only the Death March to the Parallel World Rhapsody’s anime rendition was done the same, it would have been an instant hit.

Voice Acting: 4/5

The voices match the characters well. This is true for Goblin Slayer. Though I would love a deeper voice for him, it’s not to the point that I’ll complain about it. Other character’s voices also complement their corresponding personalities well.

Characters: 3/5

Goblin Slayer’s character is creative and new. However, the rest are not. They are the usual characters we see in RPG-inspired anime. It would help if they can provide even a brief background story for the supporting characters like what they’ve done for Goblin Slayer in the early episodes.

Plot progression (as of 3 episodes): 4/5

The story is a bit fast-paced which I like. I know some of you prefer things to be slower so more details can be introduced white giving us enough time to gain a better understanding of the fantasy world the characters are living but I find such kind of development a bit boring.

Don’t worry because Goblin Slayer’s pace isn’t too fast. There are slow and relaxed scenes here and there. The part where he shared a breakfast with his childhood friend and her father is a good example. It gave us a hint of Goblin Slayer’s simple life and slowed down the story before he jumped into another goblin-slaying quest.

So it is a Nay or Yay? Super Yay!

Goblin Slayer is not just a Yay but a Super Yay! I love it. All those who loved Sword Art Online and other RPG anime should give it a chance. Brutality is there so heads up if you can’t handle it. I’m against the idea of toning the violence down because it gave Goblin Slayer its unique identity. This anime is aimed at mature audiences who were once or are still playing Role-Playing games and want to be entertained by both worlds at the same time.

A few screenshots to convince you more to watch Goblin Slayer:

goblin slayer being stopped in leaving the guild headquarters

newbie adventurers venturing a goblin cave

So that’s it. Goblin Slayer is a 2018 anime series you should never miss! So for now, excuse me because I’ll be watching a few more Goblin Slayer episodes and I hope they are as good as the previous 3. Come and watch with me! Or if by any reason you can’t do so, then read a few more of the anime articles I’ve written. You can also say Hi in the comments section and give your personal thoughts about Goblin Slayer. As always, give us a LIKE and SHARE THE ANIME LOVE MINA!

Bell Cranel – Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?

Posted on October 9, 2018 by Source Anime — No Comments ↓

Bell Cranel is the main character in the anime series. He is an adventurer who wanted to get stronger in order to serve his Goddess Hestia to the fullest and to catch up to the one who inspires him. He was given the title Little Rookie mainly. This is because he is just a starter. However, amidst being a rookie he was already found with great potentials and has got some commendable achievements.

Appearance

A younger teenager with white hair and very expressive eyes. I could say that he is cute since I lot of female characters seems him that way and most of them become attracted to him at first meeting. Even though his life is at risk during adventures in the tower, he prefers light weight armors. He wears a high boots, black pants and black long sleeves aside from his armor. He also has a small sword which is a gift from his Goddess.

Personality

Bell is your typical shy type teenage boy. He gets shy when there are other people especially girls who want to be close to him. His main concern is helping his Goddess to the best of his abilities, protecting her and bringing the best for their familia. He has a deep concern for people who is very special to him.

The only problem with his personality is his trusting nature. He is easy on trust even to complete strangers. I think he just wants to show other people that they can be who they are in front of him and that he is willing to accept them as who they are. But, this character often leads to dire situations for him.

He has the tendency to help others regardless of the situation and even though it could mean the end of his life. He doesn’t care as long as he commits to what he believes is right.

Abilities

Fighting Skills

He has excellent fighting skills. And his light armor makes him more agile when it comes to battle. He could easily dodge and attack when needed.

Bell is fast so he could easily get to a certain spot or area where he has a big advantage to strike the enemy.

Liaris Freese

This is the skill that makes him grow really fast. That is why he is able to reach a high level in a faster rate than the usual adventurers. As long as his feelings are strong towards something like his desire to protect his Goddess, this ability will last.

Luck

I think this is the handiest skill for a person like Bell. He easily gets into a dire situation; however he doesn’t run out of luck due to this skill. As Hestia mentioned, it is like he has a divine protection. This could also explain why they get a lot of drops when he clears dungeons.

Argonaut

This skill is used to strengthen his attacks. This is very useful for situations where there are very strong enemy and he has to rely on an attack that could defeat the enemy in one strike. Bell is able to use this skill more efficiently as he continues to experiment on it and use it in battle.

Equipment

Hestia Knife

This knife was crafted Hephaestus who is a Goddess. It was due to a request from Hestia who is the Goddess of Bell. She wants to give bell this gift for him to become stronger and have a better chance of surviving in the dungeon.

The best thing about this weapon is it’s alive and becomes stronger as the wilder continues to grow. This could mean that the possibilities for this knife are limitless as long as Bell continue to level up.

There is nothing much special in the knife when you look at it physically aside from the hieroglyphics embedded in it. Additionally, the knife only works in the hands of Bell. If others use it, it will just be a dull and useless knife.

Dagger

Prior to having Hestia Knife, the first weapon of bell is a dagger.

Salamander Wool

It’s a red clock that serves as a protection against fire attacks.

Green Supporter

This equipment is a gift from Eina – a close friend of Bell. It serves as a protection and is lightweight which Bell prefers a lot.

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Review

Though there are really a lot of girl characters in this anime that somehow got attached to the Bell who is the main characters, there is a lot more to this anime. It’s not all fanservice.

The whole story of this anime revolves about the main character Bell and her Goddess Hestia. Bell is a rookie adventurer who suddenly became famous due to his accomplishments. The main character easily attracts gilrs not only because of his charm, but also because of his personality. He looks so innocent.

Fight Scenes

If you are after action and fight scenes, then this anime will surely satisfy you. When there are dungeons, there are definitely monsters and adventures and this makes the anime action packed. Aside from sword skills, adventurers can also use magic making things a lot more fun and really interesting to watch.

The anime focuses on how the main character gets stronger as the day goes by and as he slowly climb up the dungeon and meeting stronger enemies/creatures.

Characters

There are also a lot of interesting characters in this anime series like Aiz Wallenstein. She is the girl whom Bell idolizes so much because of her swordsmanship. She is one of the strongest characters in this anime series.

The different Goddess in the anime are also very interesting. Though they did not get as much screen time on this series yet, surely for the future seasons, some of them will be highlighted and will make things pretty much interesting. Some of these Goddesses are Hephaestus, Hermes and Freya who seems to be one of the antagonists.

Other characters to watch out would be Mikoto, Asfi, Riveria and Welf.

MMORPG Feel

It is best to mention that the setting of the anime is that of a MMORPG where adventurers level up and gain new skills and abilities. The only difference is that there is no re-spawn, when you are killed in the dungeon, you die. Adventurers grow as they continue to kill monsters as part of clearing parts of the dungeon.

The same as in an RPG game, then a monster is killed, it explodes and leaves gold, gems or items. So if you are a gamer, you would certainly appreciate this anime and would be very much interested to watch it.

This is also the main reason why when I watched this anime, it only took me 3 days to finish the whole season 1.

How about Fanservice?

I am personally not a fan of fanservice, for a find it uncomfortable to watch. However, I think it has become a part of most anime series. For Is It Wrong To Try To Pick Up Girls In A Dungeon, it was just right. It was not horrible for me. The only character with most fanservice is Hestia with her really large boobs, but aside from that, everything is cool.

The title might make you think that there will be lots of panty shots in this anime, but great to know that there is nothing like this in the anime. But still, you will see the face of the main character in the boobs of girl characters, not that often though.

Design and Animation

For me, everything in the design an animation was crafted well. I could give it a 9/10. The first thing you’ll notice when it comes to the character designs is how they were able to make them different. Every main character looks different. You can confirm for yourself by going to this link: Character Design.

So, Is it Recommended?

I would say YES. If given a rating, it would be 7/10. This is no good for those who are looking for lots of fanservice – it’s great to let this know upfront. However, when it comes to story, action, drama and characters, it is something that you would certainly enjoy watching.

Also a heads-up for those who are easily irritated with dumb main characters, I think most of the time, Bell is just so dumb failing to see through things.