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FullMID Alchemist: SHIThood? You mean that so-called “masterpiece” that gets praised by people who think yelling “I’m so deep” while staring into the void makes for good storytelling? Yeah, let’s talk about that.

First of all, the characters. Edward Elric is supposedly the "cool" and "relatable" hero. News flash: he’s a whiny little brat with an anger problem and a chip on his shoulder the size of a mountain. “I’m short, I lost my arm and leg, waaaaah, feel sorry for me!” That’s his entire character arc. Wow, so compelling. And Alphonse? Yeah, the guy who’s just a suit of armor. What’s his personality? “I’m ... sad and I don’t have a body” for fifty episodes. If I wanted a cardboard cutout with no real development, I’d just buy one from the store.

The show has a laundry list of other characters who are just as bland. Oh, and the villains? Wow, super creative. One-dimensional, power-hungry bad guys who spout the same tired speeches about their evil plans. You’d think by now someone would figure out that a compelling antagonist needs more than just “I want to destroy the world!” It’s not exactly groundbreaking, is it?

Now, let’s talk about the plot. It’s the same old tired quest for power, redemption, and finding some magical artifact. You could predict every major plot point from the start if you’ve ever seen any anime ever. It drags on and on, and for what? To make you think it’s a deep, meaningful story? No, it’s just dragging out an overused formula that’s been done better by other shows. Much better shows.

And the writing? Don’t even get me started. It’s one long, painful series of monologues, pseudo-philosophical rambling, and melodramatic speeches that try so hard to be profound, you can almost feel the writers patting themselves on the back. Seriously, the dialogue is just cringey at times. It’s like they’re trying to be so “thought-provoking,” but they’re just coming across as trying too hard. Maybe if they spent less time writing speeches and more time developing actual characters and meaningful interactions, we wouldn’t be sitting here watching the same recycled plot twist for the hundredth time.

But, sure, people want to call this a "masterpiece." Well, let me tell you, the real masterpiece is the ability to make an entire anime that’s so painfully overrated, it makes you question if anyone actually knows what good writing is. Honestly, the way people hype this up is like they’re trying to convince themselves that it’s good. It’s almost cute how defensive they get about it, too. It’s okay, guys, keep enjoying your “masterpiece,” while I go watch anime that actually knows how to tell a compelling story.

In the end, it’s not even about opinion anymore. It’s about objectively better shows out there that actually know how to balance character development, plot, and pacing. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood? Cute, but no thanks. I’ll stick to the good stuff.

Freiren. Where do I even begin? It’s the anime equivalent of a cozy, generic fantasy shit blanket. You know the type: soft, fluffy, and with just enough charm to make you forget you’re about to fall asleep halfway through. The premise is simple—an elf living long after a hero party's adventures have ended, reflecting on her eternal life while traveling with a couple of very safe companions. Sounds like it could be something special, right? Well, Freiren certainly tries to be.

Here’s the thing: the series doesn’t redefine the genre. No, it just wraps itself up in all the familiar clichés and half-baked emotional beats that ... people who don't really "get" anime will adore. You know the ones—those who think "anime" means watching something with a cute, pointy-eared elf and mistaking that for depth. Freiren is for people who’ll tell you they love anime but would struggle to name more than five series beyond Attack on Titan and My Hero Academia. That’s the target audience here, folks.

It's not that the anime doesn’t have a certain charm—of course, the elf girl is cute in a completely predictable way, and the story tugs at your heartstrings... but it’s all so surface-level. A tale about immortality, the passage of time, and the fleeting nature of human experience sounds profound, right? Except the emotional beats are so safe, so formulaic, they feel like something you'd find on a Shonen Jump comfort binge rather than something that explores real, poignant themes. Sure, it's cute, but so are thousands of other anime with a similar setup.

To the people who are raving about it, I’ve got one question: when did your taste in anime get so basic? Is this really the show you’re going to stand behind as "the one"? It's like someone gave you a cookie-cutter fantasy anime and you, completely oblivious, acted like you discovered a hidden gem. Bless your heart.

Don’t get me wrong—Freiren is fine, if you like the "I’m going to make you cry with one sad backstory and a cute creature" formula. But if you honestly think this is some kind of anime masterpiece, well, you probably also think watching a character eat ramen for ten minutes is "deep character exploration." Maybe try watching something that doesn’t come with a pre-packaged emotional manipulation toolkit next time. You know, for a little real substance.

But hey, keep enjoying your anime. You might not realize how much better it could be, but at least you’re entertained, right? Just don’t come at me with that "I’m an anime connoisseur" attitude while you’re swooning over Freiren. Trust me, there’s better out there.

Jujutsu Kaisen—the anime that's somehow become the darling of the masses, the golden child of shonen, and yet… somehow manages to be the most bland and uninspired thing I’ve ever had the misfortune of watching. But hey, don't just take my word for it. If you love watching the same recycled tropes in a slightly shinier package, then maybe you'll find this masterpiece up to your standard of deep storytelling. But let me be blunt: the story is boring, the characters are paper-thin, and the writing? Well, calling it “writing” is an insult to the written word.

Let’s start with the story, shall we? Ah, ... yes, the age-old trope of “boy discovers he’s got something special about him, must now protect the world, fight evil monsters, and overcome impossible odds.” Groundbreaking. I’m sure no other anime has ever dared to tread this well-worn path. The only real twist here is that the demons are called “curses” and, oh wow, that’s so original, right? You know what this story needs? A plot twist… no, scratch that. It needs a plot. Seriously, what’s going on here? I could practically predict every major event after the first episode because, spoiler alert: it’s the same story every time. Protagonist learns to fight, makes some weak attempts at being “cool,” and faces enemies that—get this—have no real depth or complexity. You’ll be rooting for the bad guys to show up just to break up the monotony of the protagonist’s relentless smugness and his needlessly long, drawn-out power-ups.

And now, let’s talk about the characters. Good lord. If I wanted to watch cardboard cutouts with names attached to them, I’d go visit a high school play. Take Yuji Itadori, our protagonist—oh joy, another stoic, morally righteous guy who just happens to have powers that he didn’t ask for but is “oh so willing to use for good” because that’s what the script says he should do. There’s literally zero nuance to this character. He’s like the bland toast of protagonists—everyone’s seen him, everyone’s tired of him, and yet he keeps showing up, expecting you to care.

Then there’s Gojo, the “cool” teacher who’s basically just the anime version of a walking plot device. I’m so strong and mysterious, I’ll smile while I crush my enemies underfoot, oh and by the way, I’m the best at everything. It’s like the writers tried to create someone who was “cool” by using an algorithm for what makes someone “cool” in anime—spoiler alert: it didn’t work. Gojo is like that guy who constantly reminds you how much better he is than everyone, but you’re too busy rolling your eyes to be impressed.

As for the rest of the characters? You could take a slice of Wonder Bread, slap a name tag on it, and call it a day. Seriously, when the most “interesting” thing about a character is that they have a mildly tragic backstory (that they never fully explore), you know you’re in trouble. The rest of the characters are reduced to one-note personalities with zero development. The writing is so lazy, it practically begs you to stop caring. If these characters were any more one-dimensional, they’d be actual paper cutouts.

Oh, and the dialogue? If you like your writing to be as deep as a kiddie pool, then you’re in for a treat. Every other line is a "I'm gonna save the world!" or a "I'm not gonna lose!" followed by some overly-dramatic fight scene where no real stakes are ever involved. Honestly, this could be a script for a 5-minute YouTube fan animation. The fact that this is hailed as the pinnacle of modern anime storytelling is truly a testament to how low our standards have dropped.

In conclusion, Jujutsu Kaisen is like that flashy, overrated restaurant where the menu looks promising, but when the food arrives, it's just a pile of cold, flavorless mush. Sure, the animation’s flashy and the action scenes are well-choreographed, but when you peel back the layers, what you’re left with is a stale, uninspired story and characters that might as well be cardboard cutouts. So, do yourself a favor—skip this masterpiece and watch something with a little more substance. But hey, if you’re just looking for something to mindlessly scroll through while you pretend to care about the latest “it” anime, then Jujutsu Kaisen is just right for you.

Ah, School Days. A masterpiece of unparalleled brilliance, though not in the way you think. If you're the kind of person who enjoys films that follow predictable arcs of “romantic development,” then please, for the love of your fragile sensibilities, stay away. This is not for the faint of heart. But for those with a truly discerning taste, who appreciate the art of complete and utter disaster, then School Days is quite literally a work of genius.

First, let’s talk about the protagonist—Makoto. Oh, sweet naive Makoto. You see, his actions transcend mere stupidity. They elevate the concept of “bad decision-making” into an entirely new realm ... of philosophical absurdity. Most shows would give you a love triangle and call it a day, but no—Makoto dismantles the very foundation of love, relationships, and basic human decency. Watching him juggle multiple relationships simultaneously without a shred of empathy is truly like observing an artist at work. The sheer gall of this character is so profound, it’s almost avant-garde. I would even argue that his chaotic spiral into emotional oblivion is a bold commentary on the fragility of modern romantic ideals.

Then there’s the storytelling. You might be inclined to criticize it as "trash," but if you are, my dear, I implore you to take a second and reconsider. This show does not just subvert expectations, it annihilates them. The plot becomes this perfect storm of manipulation, deceit, and emotional masochism—unfolding with such precision that it can only be described as an exquisite commentary on human nature. To those of us who understand true cinematic brilliance, this is not bad writing; this is a deliberate and brilliant deconstruction of romance tropes, delivered with all the subtlety of a sledgehammer. School Days doesn't just deconstruct the genre, it obliterates it, making you question what even is love anymore.

The girls? Oh, they’re mere pawns in Makoto’s tragicomedy, each more tragic than the last, yet all so compelling in their utter devotion to a man who couldn’t care less. Their fates? Well, let’s just say they are the inevitable casualties of an emotional battlefield, and School Days makes sure to remind us that in the world of modern relationships, no one gets out unscathed. It’s almost like Shakespearean in its tragic depth—if Shakespeare had written plays with far more nudity and self-inflicted violence, of course.

And that ending? It is beyond words. It is a culmination of everything we’ve witnessed, a masterstroke of irony and brutality. It’s a cathartic release, leaving you not only speechless but questioning your entire existence. Was it worth it? Absolutely. The sheer audacity of it all makes other anime endings look like the simplistic fare of children’s stories.

So, to the untrained eye, yes, School Days is a horrific trainwreck of epic proportions. But to the enlightened few—those of us who appreciate true subversion, who can look beyond the surface-level chaos—this show is nothing short of a masterpiece. It’s bad in the most spectacular way possible. So yes, my dear plebeians, it’s good.