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Nov 6, 2021 6:28 AM
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Not bad for Will. He had the determination to challenge a powerful opponent like Stagnate with his life on the line.

A hell of an episode when you consider what was at stake when Stagnate aims at more than just his life. Will's training sure paid off in the long run if you think about it.
Nov 6, 2021 6:32 AM
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Farewell Blood and Mary.....
It was a very sad moment yet beautiful, especially when they were talking about their future married life when they were still alive.
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Nov 6, 2021 7:18 AM
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Powerful last words from Mary, RIP both of them. With this the adventure of William G Maryblood begins. Also it's unfair to show such a backstory after their deaths but it's nice that their dream came true in a way.
Nov 6, 2021 7:26 AM
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Atleast Mary and Blood were able to pass on peacefully, goodbye both of you.

Now it's the start of a long journey for Will, or rather William G Maryblood.
Nov 6, 2021 8:08 AM
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There Are Quite Some Errors At The End Of The Episode. Is It Only Happening To Me?

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Nov 6, 2021 8:18 AM
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So Will's adventure beings now, prologue is over I guess? This anime turned out pretty solid so far.
Consdering that Will could pretty much stand up to a god... isn't he pretty broken by now? He also isn't stupid or naive. I wonder what kind of diffculties could he face now.
Nov 6, 2021 8:26 AM
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Loved Will's naming. I think this anime should get more love

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Nov 6, 2021 8:29 AM
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Agesta said:
There Are Quite Some Errors At The End Of The Episode. Is It Only Happening To Me?



It's the Ani-one version that has major issues. Would suggest watching the much better Crunchyroll version.

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Definitely loving this episode. Would say it's really good compared to the previous ones, especially with how things wrapped up here.
Nov 6, 2021 8:33 AM
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eplipswich said:
Agesta said:
There Are Quite Some Errors At The End Of The Episode. Is It Only Happening To Me?



It's the Ani-one version that has major issues. Would suggest watching the much better Crunchyroll version.

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Definitely loving this episode. Would say it's really good compared to the previous ones, especially with how things wrapped up here.


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Nov 6, 2021 8:46 AM
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Ok much better than previous eps. So Stagnate will return in 10 years, makes sense since what Will killed is just his echo not his real body. Good closure for Mary and Blood too.
Nov 6, 2021 8:52 AM

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The prologue is officially over now. The episode itself felt a bit stagnant in the first half but I liked it by the end with the farewell for Mary and Blood, as well as the post-credits scene of them, and Will taking on all three of their names (including Gus) to now be known as William G. Maryblood. Given how much they meant to him as a whole with raising him to who he is now, you can tell he's grateful and wants to make them proud while on his own.

Now that the prologue stuff is over, the next episode would be the REAL test whether or not the content in this series and the purpose is something worth being excited for in the long run with its new characters and developments, or would be the dropoff point where the series loses its charm and value with the departure of its best stuff and turning into something painfully generic as a whole (beyond just Will's nice, bland attitude). Hopefully it follows the former but with shows like these, you just can never know until those episodes actually air.
Nov 6, 2021 9:20 AM

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Stagnate's true goal of elimiinating the 3 former heroes while leading Will astray, it's the perfect decoy plan of deception. It's only because of Mary worshipping the Earth-Mother Mater Gracefeel that they're able to get back on their feet to retaliate against Stagnate, she's their salvation after all.

But even a situation such as this, both Mary and Blood paid with their lives for losing that attachment with Stagnate, and Will is like Fushi (if I can infer THAT well correctly) in wallowing the loss of loved ones. At least both Mary and Blood acted like parents sending their own kid off before their demise, spending the night drinking away Gus's precious alcohol keepsake as a family.

To reaffirm the family feeling, Will inheriting all 3 names as William G. Maryblood (as funny as that is to ridicule Old Man Augustus) is the perfect name for remembrance.

The post-creedits of Mary and Blood's flashback b efore they turned into undead, and the couple feeling does feel real between them. William: the Helmet of Will (or the manga translates best as "child of determination").

The best episode so far, and Will's prologue is officially over, as is Volume 3 of the manga. Looking forward to his grown-up adventures.

Recently the author has been making his/her rounds across Twitter replying to everyone who watched this show, and it's a treat for such actions.
Nov 6, 2021 9:21 AM

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While the last part of this episode was quite good, I feel the prologue stage of this story wasn't good enough, the little fight scenes we have seen don't leave me with alot of confidence about the animation either.

Episode 6 will be important though even if this doesn't live to the hype I'll give it a few more episodes but the first 5 did drag on a bit for me, If I was binging it I probably would of quit by now.
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Nov 6, 2021 9:24 AM
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i still really wish big studio adapt this anime................but hey better than not get anime for ever.

there is alot animation error here specially :
1. at acceleration magic running animations.
2. the former human soul from blood and mary like jpg from photoshop copy pasted.......11:51
3. the conversation is not sync with the character like a bad dub at 16:49.
4. missing dialogue at 8:10
5. 20:35 oh WTF HAPPEN TO MARY HEAD GOT CHOPPED DOWN BY PHOTOSHOP

or let say this episode has terrible quality control.
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Nov 6, 2021 9:33 AM

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RIP Mary and Blood, that was quite the emotional scene. The prologue is officially over, so now we finally get to explore more of this world and follow Will's adventure. I liked the post-ED scene, it was nice to see that Mary and Blood were able to accomplish that dream of theirs.
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Nov 6, 2021 9:38 AM
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So this is episode One after a month
Nov 6, 2021 9:41 AM

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This episode hit really different. Was very hard to watch will say goodbye to blood and Mary. He’s now on a journey by himself for the first time ever. Loved the transition to the ED and credits as he headed off into the sun.

Today being the 9th anniversary of my dad dying of cancer made this episode resonate with me a lot more than normal.
Nov 6, 2021 9:44 AM
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Ugh, TRASH. Gtfo man he FINALLY beats the big bad and saves them after I'm SURE they are about to die, a d fhen they DIE anyway?! Sooo stupid. Also I really wish Will had a different VA, I like everyone else a ton but I'm just not a fan of that VA in this role. Dude is considered a MAN in this world, why you got him voiced by a girl? I seriously don't understand that and don't like it, if they are 10-11 maybe in some cases, but like this and with cases like Brouto I really hate it
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Nov 6, 2021 10:32 AM

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Well, it seems like this is it for the Death god asking Will to be on his side. As Will got the protection from the goddess, he managed to protect his family but it wasn't too long when Blood and Mary decided to go back to the reincarnation cycle. That was sad seeing Will cry like that. He's their child after all.

And, finally, Willaim G MaryBlood is on the way to his journey to the unknown places leaving grandpa Gus behind who'll live for another ten years. Hope to see him again in this show. And, excited to see where Will's adventure will take him.
Nov 6, 2021 10:39 AM

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It's weird because the three undead lives were in danger and after that battle Will had, and weirdly everything is back to normal like nothing happend. Before Mary and Blood had to pass away.
And it's weird showing lack of lip syncing to the voice acting too.

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Nov 6, 2021 10:47 AM

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It's just annoying that this is the 2nd time we've seen Will departing on his journey. The past 2 episodes I've been waiting to finally see the world outside, so each time it was a big downer to basically see all the same notes played over again.

Part of me thinks the next episode will see mary, blood, and gus saying goodbye to Will for the 4th time...
Nov 6, 2021 10:47 AM
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This sole arc (aka prologue) deserved the entire season. There are no words to describe how you feel this moment after dozens and dozens of pages cooking the realationship and developing the characters to simmer.

And not to mention the errors in the animation and poor cgi.

Really, such a shame of bad luck this paladin had with his animation...
Nov 6, 2021 11:15 AM

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Sleeper hit of the season. Pacing is fantastic and the story is incredibly well crafted. Looking forward to more.
Nov 6, 2021 11:51 AM

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Will's naming was very nice, sad to see Blood and Mary go but it was inevitable. :(

The post credit scene was a nice touch.
Nov 6, 2021 12:02 PM
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Has Will cried enough for this season. God I hate when they cry. So annoying. But finally he's off somewhere.
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Nov 6, 2021 12:20 PM

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Looks like Will finally left the nest- or William G. Maryblood. When Gus said his bit about combining the parents' names, I thought it would have been funny if they switched it around so he was Will BloodyMary.
Nov 6, 2021 1:05 PM

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This is where the brilliant part of the manga ended. In hindsight, I think this story would be perfect if it ended here. The series seems to have some really good ideas in it but execution is getting worse and worse as it goes after first arc. Anime is pretty bland so far, so I highly doubt it can make for source's shortcomings in any way. Then again, it's not like there's anything decent to watch other than 86 this season, so might as well stick to it if you have time.
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Nov 6, 2021 1:21 PM
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It baffles me how much hate this show is getting. Could the production be better? Probably, but I feel like the studio's operating on a limited budget and doing the best it can. it's pretty funny though that some people are like "whole season should be prologue" and others are like "when do we get to the fireworks factory". It can't make anyone happy, lol.

Anyway, I'm really liking this show for what it is, I think people are spoiled by Mushoku Tensei's absurd production values.

Nov 6, 2021 2:17 PM

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That episode was abysmal, the fight with the obvious ending was finished after 1-2 minutes, after that it was chewing gum time. The whole episode could have fit into 5 minutes. We are 5 episodes in and while I value world building, we seriously have talked enough about the world it is so late to actually show us the world the story is operating in.
Nov 6, 2021 3:01 PM
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Antanaru said:
This is where the brilliant part of the manga ended. In hindsight, I think this story would be perfect if it ended here. The series seems to have some really good ideas in it but execution is getting worse and worse as it goes after first arc. Anime is pretty bland so far, so I highly doubt it can make for source's shortcomings in any way. Then again, it's not like there's anything decent to watch other than 86 this season, so might as well stick to it if you have time.
Ousama Ranking is most decent than 86 in plot and charracter development so far, it is most well written anime with some 19th century anime vibes. Art style maybe look classic, but animation still good and smooth.

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Nov 6, 2021 3:10 PM
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Gus is clever and greedy as always. It isn't like what MC (Will) did useless, He just prevent Marry and Blood becomes fully undead or Stagnate's Army i guess, but still they die normally in the end.

Next week is starting with MC (Will) first journey by seeing next episode title.
Nov 6, 2021 3:24 PM

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This episode that showed that the path of the future hero will be a very heavy burden
Nov 6, 2021 3:52 PM

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This was a wonderful episode to end the prologue of William's story.
A death battle against the God of Undead ended up in Will's favour. With the help of Mary, Blood and Gus; he managed to defeat him. Will expected a happy ending but it turned out to be the last day for his parents. On the other hand, Gus has another 10 years to live thanks to a deal he made with the God. He even got Gus' treasure which was unexpected for sure. Seems like Gus does like and cares a lot about Will. And of course, you can't live without a last name. William G. Maryblood which is the perfect name for him. His adventure has finally begun and we will probably meet a ton of new characters and the story will progress even further.


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Nov 6, 2021 3:55 PM
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Will he matured a lot during the time he spent with the staff.

I'm looking forward to his new adventures.
Nov 6, 2021 4:26 PM
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The fight with Stagnate really unexpected to me. I really thought he would fail. But Will got help from Mater, able to land a final blow on the last moment, thanks to the distraction from Blood and then a shut-up magic from Gus. Guess a god can be challenge and kill, for sometimes.

Blood and Mary soul be saved from an undead god, Stagnate. But looks like the attachments of them still lost so the expected matters for them was still happening. Their death. But its still a peaceful one under the guidance of Gracefeel's torch. He also received a nice little last lesson from them all, creating the last farewell scene felt more heavy.

So, keep your head's up, William G. Maryblood (damn, this is actually a cool name, combining all their name, especially Gus with just G. Never expect such a simplicity used here). Its just like the same wandering sage was said to you. Your journey just about to start!
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Nov 6, 2021 5:06 PM

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It's only e5, but feels like a full season.

The last 2 episodes seemed really long.
Nov 6, 2021 5:14 PM
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Was kind of hoping he would be named Bloody Mary there for a sec.
Nov 6, 2021 5:16 PM

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William G. Maryblood will now make history!
5/5.


Nov 6, 2021 5:32 PM

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What an emotional and powerful episode.Also nice to see the after credits tale of Blood and Mary.I loved how she talks to Blood :)
Nov 6, 2021 5:38 PM

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I have a better name for the guy: William ScriptArmor PlotConvenience
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Nov 6, 2021 9:43 PM

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sHEEESH William G. MaryBlood! probably the best episode so far. Finally, he will start his own journey, I am very excited for the next episodes to come.


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Nov 6, 2021 10:12 PM

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I have rarely seen a main character cry so much in the span of 5 episodes.

Hopefully this one will mark the end of that.
Nov 6, 2021 10:41 PM

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DANG. that was a really good ending to this opening arc. william g. maryblood starts his journey now!

ending song was reallyyy nice, the "woah woah" felt like something from more and more by twice

seeing mary and blood in their human form was So so odd but they were cute. SO CUTE WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT PROPOSAL it was So cute. and while they didnt make it back alive from that battle, they did get everything they wanted after it. a nice quiet house up on the hill with a good breeze and view, a farm near it, and a son that they named will. ahh that was such a nice ending to the story im so so gonna miss them ;__;

(also did anyone else find the ..Groaning? or voice acting for stagnate while his dying kinda .. Off? im not saying it was Bad but . it wasn't really that good too. ruined the mood for me when will defeated him lol)
Nov 6, 2021 11:05 PM

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What a great episode. It was really emotional. I think this anime has build up Will's relationship with the 3 undeads pretty well.

Now, Will's journey finally begin after half a cour.. I wonder how many episodes this anime will get?
Nov 6, 2021 11:55 PM

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So ends Will's parenthood story. Now its time for the new world.
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Nov 7, 2021 1:39 AM

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An emotionally flat departure following an unsatisfying triumph over God. Needless to say, I was quite underwhelmed after seeing this episode. And I have a hard time believing that anything after the prologue will be entertaining in the slightest, what with Will already starting off his adventure with the equivalent of an end-game weapon; effectively turning the difficulty mode down to 'Easy'.
Nov 7, 2021 2:15 AM
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I thought it would have been funny if they switched it around so he was Will BloodyMary.


That's what I came here to comment. I laughed so hard when Maryblood came up; I couldn't help picturing an alternate universe where that was reversed and the story became a comedy from that point onwards. I think the author is versed enough in foreign language and culture to have avoided that blunder from the start, but he must have paused and deliberately made that choice. Maybe even smiled a bit. I can see it in my mind.

That said, Maryblood is a fairly powerful Christian-sounding surname. Suits the paladin of life well. I wonder how the story will develop from this point, now that the big prologue is over.
Nov 7, 2021 2:34 AM
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The speech of Blood and Mary and reminded me of Kushina and Minato's last words to Naruto. Sayonara to them, they were great parents. Even if Will wasn't blood related, they did everything for him. Thank god at least Gus is alive. Also some great flashbacks from Blood and Mary young age and they affection for each other.
This episode was nothing less than a masterpiece imo.
Nov 7, 2021 2:38 AM
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This is where the brilliant part of the manga ended. In hindsight, I think this story would be perfect if it ended here. The series seems to have some really good ideas in it but execution is getting worse and worse as it goes after first arc. Anime is pretty bland so far, so I highly doubt it can make for source's shortcomings in any way. Then again, it's not like there's anything decent to watch other than 86 this season, so might as well stick to it if you have time.
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Nov 7, 2021 4:02 AM

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I thought this wasn't Haruhi Suzumiya. Why is basically the same cycle repeating itself for the past three episodes?

Blood and Mary saying "We're gonna have to leave/die", then Will crying and saying he wants to do this and that with them, but then the same fucking thing happens the next episode.

I thought this show had potential but the excessive amount of internal monologue and repetitive dialogues in the first 5 episodes are enough to kill it before it even starts reaching that potential, if it ever does.
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