Kaiko sareta Ankoku Heishi (30-dai) no Slow na Second Life

It was decent, not terrible, not groundbreaking.

I feel sorry for the blonde demon general, they were like best friends and she never even got to see the dude after he was kicked out of the army and almost everyone else (including another general) knew his location and didn't bother to tell her...when she finds out she's going to go bonkers...

The main character isn't really op but he isn't really weak either, he's kinda just mid. The story itself could've been better but I enjoyed it for what it was which for me was a time killer.

I liked the green haired girl with the wind magic the most.

This is actually my very first IMDB review, despite being a lifelong cinephile and anime fan for over 35 years. I felt compelled to write one because the current 6.6 rating doesn't quite reflect the real qualities of Kaiko sareta Ankoku Heishi (30-dai) no Slow na Second Life.

Let's be clear: this anime doesn't take itself too seriously, but its heart is absolutely in the right place. The animation budget is clearly limited, yet the story is told in a way that remains readable, enjoyable, and surprisingly energetic. The pacing is sometimes a bit rushed, but in my opinion that's a strength-it keeps the series from dragging. Too many shows these days (looking at Re:Zero) fall into the trap of stretching character development by overemphasizing suffering and poor decisions. Instead of creating attachment, it alienates viewers. This series avoids that pitfall by moving forward with purpose.

The core theme isn't groundbreaking-far from it-but it's handled with sincerity and without unnecessary artifice: you have the family you choose, and you exist within it through your actions and choices. Several characters are given second chances, and while the outcomes may be predictable, there's a certain charm in that straightforwardness. Sometimes simplicity is exactly what makes a story resonate.

What also works well here is the fantasy world itself. It's refreshing to have a setting where demons aren't "monsters," just different beings, with the only real divide being the ability to use magic. That nuance might be tricky to fully translate outside Japanese culture, but it adds a subtle depth to the lore.

If you enjoy fantasy anime without the overused reincarnation/isekai tropes, and if you're looking for a story that is engaging, sincere, and self-contained in a single season, this one is worth your time. It's far from perfect, but it's more thoughtful than it first appears, with a world and message that linger after the credits roll.

It's a good Anime, a solid watch,i'm usually very picky when it comes to animes. If your looking for magic and adventure this one has plenty. But In my opinion, these types of anime always have a deeper message, inbuded on them. And in the case of this one in particular for me it transmitted that family and home is whatever and whomever you choose And that people are defined by their actions, but also by how they atone, and redeem themselfs from mistakes. It also transmits the idea that no matter how you may think we are different from one another, color, race, gender, nationallity. We all share the same gensis, and we all value the same things. It shows the dangers of labelling and demonizing a specific group without knowing the full story, and it depicts modern conflits which are based on old feuds, passed on from one generation tio another, only to miss the bigger picture that those conflits benefit the ones that stand to gain from making people believe we are different. Watch it, you won't regret it. Hoping for a second season soon.

This fantasy anime is centred on Dariel, a soldier in the army of the Demon King. Due to his lack of magical skill he is fired. Shortly after leaving the demon realm he saves the life of Marika, a young human woman. He returns with her to her village and starts living as a human, keeping secret his demon past as humanity and demons have been at war for a long time. While his status quickly rises thanks to a series of successes things aren't going so well in the Demon realm. As the series progresses he learns more about his past and contemplates the possibility of having to face his erstwhile colleagues.

The fantasy genre of anime is fairly crowded so a series must do something special to stand out. Thanks to a degree of humour and not taking itself too seriously this manages to stand out and be a lot of fun. The action is enjoyable without fights that drag on for ages. There is some fan service but it is mild enough that it doesn't require censorship for the television version. The characters, especially Dariel and Marika are fun to watch. Overall I fine addition to the genre; it might not be a must see but it is still well worth watching if you enjoy fantasy anime.

These comments are based on watching the series in Japanese with English subtitles.

(14+) The rankings do not do this show justice. This was a great adventure anime because of its focus on family and reconciliation! It had a lot of combat, too, and was a comfortable series to watch that I think most people would enjoy. Also, I think this is the only anime where the two main characters have a child together during the story arc. Family is not just fluff in this anime; it is the basis around which everything happens. Overall, it's just a great series and I highly recommend it!

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