Okay, let's talk Arifureta. Specifically, episode 13 of the English dub.
The End? Not Really...
So, season one wraps up. Hajime's gone from wimpy to wildly overpowered. Anyone else feel like the ending was...abrupt?
Maybe it's just me. But I was hoping for, like, a slightly bigger bang. More explosions, perhaps?
Hajime's Harem: My Unpopular Opinion
Let's be real, the harem is a thing. And I'm not gonna lie, it's kinda ridiculous.
I know, I know, harems are anime tropes. But three girls all vying for the same emotionally stunted dude? Come on!
My unpopular opinion: Yue deserves better. She's a thousand-year-old vampire princess. She could rule a kingdom, but she's stuck with Hajime.
Okay, maybe he's growing on me. Slightly. But still!
Dubbing Delights and Dubbing Disasters
The English dub? Hit or miss, honestly.
Some voices are great! Others...well, let's just say they're *interesting*.
I think they nailed Hajime's edgy sarcasm. But Yue's voice can be a little...monotone at times.
Don't get me wrong, voice actors are talented people. But not every character clicks.
The Animation: Shiny or Shaky?
The animation quality...fluctuates. There are moments where it looks really good.
Then there are moments where you're like, "Did they run out of budget?"
I'm not expecting Ufotable levels of gorgeous. But some scenes are rough around the edges.
Especially the CGI. Let's not talk about the CGI.
Just pretend it's not there.
Overall Verdict: Still Entertaining, Though
Look, Arifureta isn't a masterpiece. It's flawed. Very flawed.
But it's also entertaining. I can't help but enjoy Hajime's ridiculous power-ups and his dry wit.
And the monster designs are pretty cool. Some of them are genuinely creepy.
So, would I recommend episode 13? Sure, why not? It's a decent conclusion to the first season.
Just don't expect Shakespeare. Expect explosions, overpowered characters, and maybe a little bit of cringe.
What's Next? Season 2!
Season 2 exists! Did you know? (You probably did).
Will it fix the issues of season one? Probably not.
Will I still watch it? Absolutely. Because I'm a sucker for isekai and overpowered protagonists.
And secretly, I'm hoping Yue finally gets the respect she deserves. Maybe in season three? Fingers crossed!
So, until next time, keep watching anime! Keep enjoying the ridiculousness! And keep forming your own unpopular opinions.
Because let's face it, that's half the fun.