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Aug 10, 2019
Goblin Slayer (the character) is often misconstrued as a "boring" or "brick wall" character, but I'm daring to say he is possibly the most complex, realistic isekai (non-videogame isekai) main character out there. As someone who has a partner with PTSD in real life, I can attest that Goblin Slayer's emotional baggage, reactions, personality, and beliefs, as well as how he treats others, is incredibly accurate when it comes to comparing him to a veteran, a soldier, or a roughed-up man who has survived a lot of trauma.
Sorry, if you came here for yet another naive-shota main character who is clueless and
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bubbly, you're coming to the wrong show. The characters throughout are diverse and interesting, the scenes, intense and suspenseful, and the romance, satisfying. In fact, I feel as if this anime will appeal to feminine audiences more than it will appeal to men. Goblin Slayer is very much a damaged knight in shinning armor, winning over the affections of some female characters with his stoicism, vigilance, and heroic masculinity. I can see why so many male reviewers are bashing him and calling him boring, they can't recognize these admirable traits because they might just lack the capacity for them.
The art and animation is stunning, the fluidity of the battle scenes are awe-inspiring, and the dialogue IS engaging. Only one of the characters is a, "they don't speak much, but when they do, it's impactful," types. I kept wanting to see the next episode, which is what makes a good story to me. There is a good balance of tragedy, narrative, comedy, violence, and romance in this series. The pacing stays consistent and leaves you wanting more.
I don't like calling this series an isekai, because it's not a "transported into another world", it's just a straight up fantasy. You wouldn't call Lord of the Rings a isekai, but since everyone IS referring to this as an isekai, I'd say it's definitely one of the best ones out there, next to Tanya the Evil. I'm now reading the prequel series, Goblin Slayer Year One, it's also excellent.
Reviewer’s Rating: 9
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Aug 9, 2019
Once again, we have a bunch of weebs taking themselves too seriously and hating on an anime that's obviously a comedy and guilty-pleasure series. This anime doesn't take itself too seriously, it IS a parody with a bunch of oedipus complex dumped in. Mamako, the mom, is sooo lovable, her son, relatable, and the music is actually pretty good, and sometimes 8bit. There's plenty of fan service, and if you love isekais, you will LOVE the jokes in this anime, laugh out loud love them. If you come into this anime thinking it's going to be a SERIOUS anime about a mother and son transported
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into a MMO (why would you think that?) Then of course you're going to be disappointed.
If Mamako was my mother that wasn't related by blood, I'd enter a MMMMMORPG with her any day. The dynamic between parents is metaphorical for real life. Kids often see their parents as super heroes, and even as teenagers, as people with some kind of unknown power over life and their own emotions. Mamako is definitely an idealized mother, and her son grows to learn how to be more appreciative of her. It's honestly a bit heart-warming, and if you know anything about parenting or if you remeber clearly how you were raised, it might cause a tad bit of introspection.
But don't get too deep watching this anime, because uh.... This is a soft hint at incest and isekai/geek comedy. It's not deep, just sometimes a commentary on the relationships between kids and their role models/guardians. Keep in mind that raising kids in Japan is a lot different than western cultures. They definitely are very guiding-oriented, and I'd argue even though that might seem oppressive to freedom-loving American teens, it would do every kid a lot better if their parent was more invested in them. Also, this is an anime so every real-life norm is going to be exaggerated, in no way is this anime supporting anything too overbearing.
Reviewer’s Rating: 7
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Aug 9, 2019
I would like to start off by saying this manga is one of the most original works of horror I've ever encountered. I expected it to have at least a 7.5 rating. I know most are not fans of horror, and if they are they are very critical. But there's not much to be critical about here. I would say, contrary to others, this manga has very good pacing. I always wanted to turn to the next page and see what strange things might happen next. The art is beautifully grotesque, the settings are nerve-racking, and the characters are interesting enough, likable enough for you
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to be concerned about them in this suddenly inflicted hellscape. Deaths and tragic events do not come off as just for pure shock-factor, instead, each death drives the plot in its intended direction. There's no filler or unnecessary dialogue here. Every page is dedicated to making you feel uneasy and suspenseful through the motions the characters go through.
The story itself, in my opinion, has a great resolution. It feels right, and leaves the reader satisfied. The events leading up to it feel right. I didn't look back and think there were any glaring plot holes. There's twists and turns that keep you interested. The art is unique and amazing. If you like horror, or you're just getting into it, I would definitely recommend this manga!
Reviewer’s Rating: 9
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Aug 8, 2019
It's not often you see a manga with almost all the main characters in their 30's, dealing with real adult issues with realistic reactions. The female characters are multi-dimensional, complex, and although they are friends with similarities, they all have distinct personalities, tastes, beliefs, and flirtation styles/ways to pursue romance. I mention this because this is a rom-com, and generally speaking, slice-of-life rom-coms have female characters who are simple and are more a passive receiver of romance, instead of being the one who pursues or struggles with problems that might arise when you're the target of one's affections.
Romance doesn't come
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easy for these characters, their relationships are difficult or complicated, and the friendship the girls have with each other is inspiring, relatable, hilarious, and down to earth. I've never laughed out loud reading so many times before. There are moments between the characters that are so surprising that my jaw drops, and I hide my face with the book. Some events in the story conjure such strong emotions, like 2nd hand embarrassment, heartbreak, bewilderment, or just plain joy for another character's happiness that you might find yourself expressing it outwardly in the same way I did, hiding my face with the book if in public.
There are sex scenes in this book but nothing on a hentai-level, more romantic illustrations where you don't see anything explicit. Lots of luxury drapes of textile-adorned clothes, plush blankets, twitterpated embraces and face-closeups with such amazing art style and skill that even the most frigid reader might find their heart a-flutter. The way Akiko Higashimura illustrates expressions is moving, and she backdrops these character's intimate moments in synergistic settings, from infatuated bath house encounters, lovely top-floor rooms with twinkling skylines, to frustrated group visits to shut-in spas, gossip filled brunch cafes, and so much more. It's so easy to get lost in this series, it is hands-down the best slice-of-life rom-com I've ever read. It isn't always a comedy, it isn't bombastic or silly. The comedy is very mature and sophisticated, and well spaced out.
TL;DR, read this if you love slice-of-life or rom-coms. This series is more suspense-romance than it is comedy.
Reviewer’s Rating: 10
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