Demon Slayer Season 2 Episode 1 English Sub Funimation

Okay, let's talk about Demon Slayer. Season 2, Episode 1, specifically. The one we all waited impatiently for, then binged immediately on Funimation with English subs.

The Great Train Robbery...of Time?

So, it's a recap. I know, I know. We all knew it was coming, but still! A recap?

It felt like waiting in line for the world's best ramen only to be handed...yesterday's leftovers. Look, leftovers can be good, but they aren't ramen.

Mugen Train: Still a Tearjerker

Alright, I'll admit it. Seeing Kyojuro Rengoku one more time? Yeah, I teared up a little. Okay, maybe a lot. Don't judge me.

That scene where he's protecting everyone on the train? Still gets me every time. He really set the bar high for anime dads, didn't he?

But even with the feels, it's still...a recap.

Subtitles: A Necessary Evil (or a Delight?)

The English subtitles on Funimation were on point, as always. Gotta love those translation teams! They're the real unsung heroes.

But here's my unpopular opinion: sometimes I miss things because I'm too busy reading. Anyone else?

It's like, "Okay, intense fight scene! Whoa, amazing animation! Wait, what did they just say?" Pause, rewind, repeat.

Zenitsu's Screaming: Subtitled Edition

Speaking of subtitles, shoutout to whoever has to transcribe Zenitsu's screaming. That's a special kind of torture.

Imagine having to type out "WAHHHHHHHHHHHH" for a living. I salute you, subtitle heroes!

But seriously, is there a Zenitsu scream translator out there? Because I feel like there's *nuance* I'm missing.

Unpopular Opinion Alert!

Okay, brace yourselves. I might be alone on this one. I kind of appreciate the recap.

Hear me out! I've watched a lot of anime since Mugen Train. My brain is full of isekai protagonists and magical girls.

A little refresher on why Tanjiro is so darn motivated? Not the worst thing in the world.

But Still...Where's the New Stuff?

Look, I'm not saying the recap was bad. It was well-made. It was emotional. It was... familiar.

But we were all itching for the Entertainment District Arc, right? We wanted new demons, new fights, new stylish outfits!

Instead, we got a well-produced reminder of what we already knew. It's like getting a gift card to your favorite store...for something you already bought.