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Oct 11, 2018 7:23 AM
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This was okay, pretty standard for a fantasy series. We're introduced to the MC right away as he meets a mysterious girl in the opening minutes. The OP song is smooth and lighthearted.

He is not much of a fighter but does make good usage of his powers. I think the main selling point may be the character chemistry here especially between Yuu and that blue haired girl. Have to see if this show improves.
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Oct 11, 2018 8:48 AM
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That was cute, simple premise but it had fairly decent execution.

What's really noteworthy is the music, beautiful.
Oct 11, 2018 8:55 AM
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Mr. Fluffy took a huge dump on my ability to enjoy the show.
Oct 11, 2018 9:12 AM
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A pretty nice light fantasy show but I'm probably not going to keep watching
“I love heroes, but I don't want to be one. Do you even know what a hero is!? For example, you have some meat. Pirates will feast on the meat, but the hero will distribute it among the people! I want to eat the meat!” - Monkey D. Luffy
Oct 11, 2018 9:28 AM
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Pretty much got what I thought of it: a game centric adventure fantasy adaptation.

Seems OK, but the noteworthy has definitely got to be the OST, unusual but lighthearted.

Yet another show that builds up to the 3 episode rule again.
Oct 11, 2018 10:52 AM
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Well it was kind of enjoyable, shame that someone decided that the one thing this anime really needed was a hyperactive animal mascot with a highpitched voice squeaking KYUUUU practically non-stop. If that isn't toned down significantly next episode I'll have to drop it.
Oct 11, 2018 11:21 AM
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AzureSymphony said:
Well it was kind of enjoyable, shame that someone decided that the one thing this anime really needed was a hyperactive animal mascot with a highpitched voice squeaking KYUUUU practically non-stop. If that isn't toned down significantly next episode I'll have to drop it.

Oh wow, not sure how I'm gonna feel about that then LOL. I'm gonna watch now.
Oct 11, 2018 11:57 AM
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This is so cute. <33
I really enjoyed the mild climate that first episode conveyed. The OP and ED are very good.

I'll continue to watch to see more of this cute fantasy adventure. I want to see the characters that appeared in ED.

Does anyone know how many episodes this anime will have?
JunoYamaguchiOct 11, 2018 12:09 PM
Gimme more character development and/or romance. Probally a shotacon.

Oct 11, 2018 2:16 PM
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I honestly wish this series had a stronger start because it looks really fun, bright and colourful, but the first episode was very predictable from start to finish and that bums me out a bit.

I really want to like this show because it's general aesthetic really appeals to me, but if it turns out equally bland in the next two or three episodes I might just drop it because while the colours are great, the style itself is.. well, as bland as the first episode was, and the visual comedy didn't work for me.

I do like the pacifist angle of the main character a lot though, and I'd love to see where that will go. Merc also seems like a fairly cute character but I agree with the comments that stated that Mochi-san is very obnoxious.

REALLY hoping for a stronger episode 2.
Oct 11, 2018 2:46 PM

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Where does one get them self a Merc?

Anyhow, I have doubts I'll finish this, will probably forget about it part way through the season. Never played the game so can't really say anything about that stuff either.
Oct 11, 2018 3:45 PM

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I can't tell how happy I am that Merc Storia finally gets a full anime! :')
Oct 11, 2018 4:10 PM

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I was skeptical about this one, but I'm glad I gave it a chance because I loved this first episode! The character and monster designs are great, the animation is good, and the background art is gorgeous!

Yuu is cool, cute, and even though he is afraid of monsters, he was still brave enough to use his 'healing magic' when it was needed. Merc is also really cute, and just like a fairy! I loved her personality too, and Fluffy-san is the fluffiest! Now my Thursdays are going to be a bit more bright.
Oct 11, 2018 4:15 PM

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This was actually pretty nice. I won't expect great things from it, but looking forward to a light fantasy anime.

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Oct 11, 2018 7:21 PM

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It seems like we are getting a hero that's not all about fighting but about healing, this sure will be a different show than expected. Merc isn't bad either but I wonder what is she? I guess I'll find out as the story progresses.

I'll let it entertain me for now.

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Oct 11, 2018 7:24 PM
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I really enjoyed this. It was soothing to watch and this put a smile on my face. :) Merc is simply adorable and I truly like the chemistry between Merc and Yuu.

So after watching that ED, I guess those are all the characters that they're going to meet along the way throughout this series. Looking forward to the rest and this anime could become one of my top favorites from this season. :D
Oct 11, 2018 9:10 PM

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Seems alright. I've only checked this out because it was referenced in Last Period: Owarinaki Rasen no Monogatari which was two seasons back. I really hope this anime is able to make a cameo appearance for Last Period back.
Oct 11, 2018 9:41 PM

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Personally, I quite liked it. Though it wouldn't be nearly as enjoyable without the (perhaps literal) moeblob that is Merc.
Oct 11, 2018 11:16 PM

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the mc being a complete coward is my only real gripe so far, i feel if he doesn't get used to monsters by the half way point it's going to wear thin very quickly.
Oct 12, 2018 3:26 AM

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Horrible. Dropped it

I will not even add it to my list
Oct 12, 2018 11:37 AM
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StopShot said:
Seems alright. I've only checked this out because it was referenced in Last Period: Owarinaki Rasen no Monogatari which was two seasons back. I really hope this anime is able to make a cameo appearance for Last Period back.


Last Period went for the more comedic out-of-the-box approach and poked fun at a lot of stuff despite the actual in-game story being more serious ( there's war going on ). Being a long time player of Merc Storia, and noticing the things, there will be no Last Period referencing since im pretty sure it will be focusing on the 18 ( idk how they'll do this ) countries that are in the game.

The next episode's title is also the same as one of the events in the game featuring one of the countries

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Overall as someone who has been playing the original game for over 2 years I can't be more happy to see them animated aaa ( i even made a MAL account just for this ). Mili definitely did a great work with the overall soundtrack and im kind of glad it does stray away from the game's main story a little ( there's a lot btw ). Still wondering how many episodes this is though.
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Oct 12, 2018 6:06 PM

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Weak MC, annoying animal mascot, and rather poor animation quality. I'm not sure I'll be able to follow through on this one, but I may give some attention to the OST.
Oct 13, 2018 2:54 AM

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for a fantasy series, there is still lot of cliche
- weak MC that had cute partner
- weak MC that had hidden power...

this anime is enjoyable and can be watch on relaxing time.
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Oct 13, 2018 6:00 AM

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Kinda liked it. Straight and honest lighthearted fantasy, a thing I need in my life somewhat. Clearly has less productional value and uniqueness compared to Last Period but could be more enjoyable overall. At least we can hear a lot of cute-mode Inorin

I feel it needs a character or two more though, the cast seems too hollow right now
Oct 13, 2018 8:14 AM

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This season, we're served with too many ecchi to sadist anime, until the point where we thinking about, "is there any anime that could be our rest area from that things ?". And then, lord of anime give us this.

I don't know anything about the game, but I love the atmosphere of the anime. Very relaxing and (i hope so), ecchi free.
Oct 13, 2018 10:26 AM

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i'm not as interested in this as i am not interested in this. i'm not interested
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Oct 14, 2018 5:24 AM

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give me more fluffy!
4/5.


Oct 14, 2018 6:37 AM
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hmmm... what i can say while hearing Mr fluffy talks- its so cuuuuutttteeeee!!!!

anywuys the story is a light one and i appreciated it...
Oct 14, 2018 3:04 PM

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I actually liked this one a lot. Pretty wholesome.

Curious about the mobile game now, honestly.
Oct 14, 2018 7:09 PM

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The ED was amazingly beautiful, why this even rate as 6.5? I can't get enough of this ED
Oct 16, 2018 1:40 PM

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I loved the OP. So soft yet so intense. Idk how to describe it
Oct 17, 2018 8:32 PM

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So, we have a healer who's afraid of monsters? Lol, this should be interesting.

It also looks like that fluffy monster that resembles a Rabite from Secret of Mana is coming along with him.

Oct 18, 2018 1:08 PM

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That was great, from the gorgeous art to the chara design, with great music and a comfy atmosphere. And the premise is definitely more interesting than Last Period with its typical battling monster thing.

I love adventure.
Oct 27, 2018 11:28 AM

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Hm, I expected something at the likes of the "Legend of Mana" game and manga. In that regard it was rather...dull.
Not bad, the art is very lively and all, characters are okayish, but not that great either. More comedy would help a lot.
Nov 7, 2018 8:38 AM
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The main Character (yuu) is Just too cute
Mar 1, 2019 11:31 PM

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Pretty okay start to be honest, I do like the setting and the pacing isn't as bad as I was expecting it to be. If it keeps this pace I do think it could get quite interesting.

Still a bit vague in terms of the overhaul setting, so I do hope we'll get some answers on those parts.
Nov 14, 2021 10:24 AM
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Well, it was an ok start. A lighthearted, yet also a pretty action-packed episode.

Mr. Fluffy looks like Patamon from Digimon Adventure.

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