Alright, Let's Talk About Angels of Death Episode 0 Vol. 3
Okay, so Angels of Death is a whole mood, right? A *dark*, kinda twisted mood. We all know and love it. Or... tolerate it. Depends on the day, honestly.
And then there's Episode 0, Volume 3. The outlier! The black sheep! The, dare I say... *slightly* confusing prequel of the main game.
Unpopular Opinion Alert!
Here's where I might lose some of you. Ready? I think Episode 0 Vol. 3 is... *okay*. There, I said it.
Don't get me wrong! It's got the *Angels of Death* vibe down. Creepy building? Check. Characters with questionable morals? Double-check! But something just feels... off.
It's like they tried to cram too much backstory into too little space. We're jumping from scene to scene faster than Zack can swing his scythe. And that's saying something!
Too Much, Too Soon?
I get it, prequels are supposed to fill in the gaps. They're there to give us the "aha!" moments. But this one felt more like "huh?" moments. A lot of "huh?".
Maybe it's just me. Maybe I'm too used to the cat-and-mouse game between Rachel and Zack. The dynamic! The existential dread! It's all so good.
But this... it's like watching a behind-the-scenes documentary of a show you haven't quite seen all the episodes of yet. Slightly disjointed.
The Saving Grace (Maybe)
Okay, it's not all bad. We do get a glimpse into the past of some key characters. We see how they became the... *lovely* individuals they are.
And the art style is still on point. That dark, gritty aesthetic is just *chef's kiss*. It really knows how to unsettle you.
Plus, any excuse to spend more time in that twisted world is a good excuse, right? Even if it's a slightly bumpy ride.
The Verdict (Sort Of)
Look, I'm not saying Episode 0 Vol. 3 is terrible. It's just... not amazing. It's the kind of thing you watch once and then go back to rewatching the main series.
It feels more like a bonus feature than an essential piece of the puzzle. Which is fine! Bonus features are fun! Usually.
Ultimately, it adds a little flavor to the Angels of Death universe. But it's a flavor you can probably live without. Like cilantro. Some people love it, some people think it tastes like soap.
Final Thoughts
So, should you watch it? Probably. If you're a die-hard fan, you'll want to see every little bit of lore. If you're new to the series, start with the main episodes.
Just don't go in expecting a masterpiece. Go in expecting some extra backstory, some creepy visuals, and a few moments of "wait, what?"
And if you disagree with me? That's totally cool. Let me know why! Maybe you'll change my mind... or maybe I'll just stubbornly stick to my "okay" opinion. Because that's what fandom is all about, right? *Lively* debate!
