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Mar 27, 2026
Frieren returned, not as a promise, but to live up to expectations.
Personally, I had only one request for this sequel: that the minimum acceptable quality be the same as its predecessor. They fulfilled that request, and the rest was simply enjoying the ride. The second season had a clear theme: "Protecting people's homes." We ventured into the northern highlands where living conditions are quite harsh. As we progressed alongside our protagonists, we witnessed villages and towns ravaged by extreme weather, incredibly powerful creatures, and even demons themselves. Frieren and his companions accepted various monster and demon-slaying missions with the idea that "protecting others' homes feels
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good."
The world of Frieren continues to expand. We learn more about the world and the changes it has undergone since the era of Himmel. Technological advancements, topographical changes, generational shifts, politics, and the fight against demons. Everything has changed, and we learn this through Frieren's flashbacks to the past. It's a journey that doesn't feel tedious; in fact, you feel like you're sightseeing in this vast world. I know Frieren is often criticized for being "slow," but to this day, I still don't understand what they're trying to get to in such a hurry. The best thing about Frieren is that there's no destination; we don't have to rush because we don't have a clear goal. We want to make the most of our time, but we also want to enjoy the places we reach. In an era of constant overstimulation, short formats, and instant gratification, Frieren feels like a band-aid. A band-aid that allows us to take a break from the hectic pace of life.
It's not something I'd like to emphasize, but it needs to be said: the fight against Revolte is excellent. Frieren isn't known for its fights or action, but when it does deliver scenes of that nature, it handles them as well as the rest of the anime. The fight, though short, showcases all the characters in their individual battles. Without a doubt, Frieren is an anime that can be considered a jack-of-all-trades, given the number of things it does well.
I'm still not sure if I can consider Frieren one of my favorite anime, but it's certainly one I'm extremely fond of.
Reviewer’s Rating: 10
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Mar 27, 2026
JC Staff did this, and they did it well. Who would have thought JC Staff still had the touch?
Tamon is easily one of the contenders for romance this season. He has all the necessary weapons to defend himself. Something that really stands out about the series is that, despite being based on the idol industry, it doesn't try to be edgy or a social critique. We already know the industry is messed up, but sometimes these kinds of stories are necessary. Stories where idols are humanized and we see their character flaws, while the figure of the fan is vindicated. They can make a series
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where a fan can be madly in love with their favorite while maintaining respect. Knowing that there's a place for everything, and that even if you lose your mind, you understand that they are people too.
The romance works in a very organic way. They don't try to make the viewer fall in love with the perfect version of Tamon. They manage to make us develop a genuine concern for Deprehara episode by episode. We understand the character's vulnerability and the effort behind his perfect facade. We understand why someone like Utage, the protagonist, is there to support him. With a story featuring many handsome guys, the biggest fear might be that it would turn into a reverse harem. Fortunately, that wasn't the case. There is a love triangle, but Utage's connections with the rest of F/ACE aren't romantic. They can establish a friendship between the protagonist and the band members without forcing a romance that wouldn't make sense. The Utage-Tamon relationship is incredibly sweet, and while it doesn't progress much, it's justified. You understand why Utage holds back his feelings so much. We know the kind of scandals that would result from an idol having a girlfriend. Utage holding back his feelings is a way of protecting not only Tamon but the entire band. Meanwhile, we see Tamon trying to break down Utage's barriers, making the romance a constant push and pull. The best part of the anime is that they make Utage develop romantic feelings for the flawed protagonist. She'll always support Tamon of F/ACE as a fan, but the one she fell in love with is Deprehara, the human.
The work they do with the band F/ACE is incredibly well done. The fact that they let you get to know each member realistically, with their strengths and weaknesses, makes it easy for you to choose your favorite. Mine is Keito, in case you were wondering. Each member's B-sides are fun to watch; they give them so much personality and complement each other perfectly. Watching their interactions on and off camera is always entertaining because of the contrasts they create. They're a band, so we should also focus on the songs. I'm not just talking about the opening and ending themes, but the songs within the series as well. Rain is a fantastic song that was built up over an entire episode, focusing on Tamon's lack of understanding of love. Rain is easily the best song of the show and the band in general. It's a song that moves away from catchy pop and opts for a ballad that truly touches a nerve. Then there's FLY, which is an homage to Wandance because the 3D modeling in that song gave me flashbacks to Vietnam.
Finally, I want to highlight the work of the main voice actors. Utage is voiced by Saori Hayami; it was known even before the premiere that she would be the one to carry this work on her shoulders. Saori knows how to adapt to her characters and give them a lot of charisma and personality. Utage is no exception; she's one of the best female romance protagonists I've seen in recent years. The acting is brilliant; she can shift from comedy to seriousness in a matter of seconds, exactly what the story needs given its fast pace. It was known that Saori Hayami would do an excellent job, and she delivered. But the one who deserves my applause, because his performance was a complete surprise, is Hatano Kakeru, who plays Tamon. Tamon was his first leading role, and he handled it as if it were just another day at the office. Tamon isn't an easy character due to the contrast between his personalities and mood swings. There were fears that the role would be too much for him, but on the contrary, it was a perfect fit. The chemistry he had with Hayami was magnificent. The two voice actors complemented each other exceptionally well, and it shows in the quality of the final product.
I'm not a big fan of JC Entertainment; in recent years, they've delivered soulless products just to meet a quota. Watching Tamon's B-side brought back memories of seeing JC Staff from 2008-2015. Without a doubt, when given the time and budget to work, JC Staff can be one of the best choices for a project of this caliber.
Reviewer’s Rating: 9
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Mar 27, 2026
If you don't want to read the whole review, let me summarize my opinion in this heading. The anime is COMPLETE CRAP. Thanks for reading.
WARNING: The word "crap" will be used a lot in this review. Not as an insult, but as a more accurate description of the product. Also, this isn't a review, it's a rant.
Now, if you're interested in knowing a little more about how crap is made, let's see what the author had for breakfast the day she decided to shit out this enormous piece of garbage. This is a second season, but believe me, we'd be much better off if it
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had been given the typical shojo treatment without a sequel. The number of times it made me spit out bile is unbelievable. In fact, I don't think even my ex hurt me as much as this piece of crap.
It's a reverse harem, with two timelines: the pandemic and the present. The second season is to find out who the protagonist ends up with. The answer? The worst possible choice. It's not like the story didn't have good candidates; on the contrary, it had two very clear options. They were wonderful people who deserved to be loved. They were chivalrous, attentive to the protagonist, and would do anything for her. You have a chef who wants to take over the family business and with whom she shared a beautiful moment at a funeral. The other is a doctor who based his entire miserable life on the protagonist so that she would never be sad again. And who does the girl choose? The complete imbecile, selfish, unemployed, narcissistic, good-for-nothing, lukewarm guy with a face that looks like his mother didn't take folic acid during pregnancy. It makes no sense how the girl DECIDES to stay with the worst possible option. It makes no sense; it's a case study in how someone can be so stupid as to ruin their own future.
The winner did NOTHING the entire season and won. I repeat, HE DID ABSOLUTELY NOTHING EXCEPT SCREW UP EVERY TIME HE SPOKE AND HE WON! If there's a girl reading this, I want to ask if you're actually attracted to jerks of that caliber. Or is it just the author's need for therapy, projecting herself onto what she thinks is a human being? Mizuho only didn't grovel more because there weren't any more chapters. The girl was trampled on in every way. She was dumped in a relationship of like 3-4 years, given no reason, mocked for her shattered dreams, and on top of that, the guy wants to come back like nothing ever happened. The person who tagged this thing "Romance" must have been high the day they did it. This isn't a romance, it's a horror story about what can happen to you if you don't make good decisions. I'd much rather encounter Freddy Krueger in a dream than have a boyfriend like that complete imbecile Kizuki. I'd much rather watch the government channel for two months than even rewatch this.
Please, in the most respectful way, if this rant isn't enough to make you steer clear of this garbage, then go ahead and watch it. If you read this and thought it was "exaggerated," then let me tell you, you're a Mizuho who absolutely deserves a Kizuki in your life. And yes, I mean that as an insult.
Reviewer’s Rating: 2
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Mar 27, 2026
It had the potential to be one of the best villain stories, but it was too ambitious to achieve it.
Eris no Seihai sought to expand the narrative of revenge stories, going beyond "Change your destiny" or "Live a peaceful life after the rejection." It's based on the revenge story, but aims to broaden it to involve the entire kingdom. This is where the story's ambition comes in. It's an anime that has all the necessary pieces to establish a great mystery. You have the villain who was executed and is now a ghost seeking revenge. A girl, whose family is known for its integrity, is
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willing to get her hands dirty to help the villain. A kingdom that clearly has many things to hide regarding the execution. Finally, a criminal organization that lets us know that not everyone in the kingdom is what they seem, not even the royal family. As the episodes progressed, the mystery deepened. It went from involving a single person, then a family, an organization, a country, and finally a war conspiracy between two nations. As I said, everything was in place so that after laying the groundwork, the development and climax would have enough power to be memorable and, moreover, the best in its genre.
The problem was that it didn't have enough space to develop all its ideas. From the middle of the season onward, you start to notice plot holes. We know of anime that cut content from the source material to fit into 12 or 13 episodes, but to call what they did here "cutting" would be too kind. You start to notice that the gaps leave you with missing information. You feel like you skipped an episode, even though you're watching the next one. Suddenly, things happen that were never explained, or characters know details of events in which they weren't involved. In the final stretch, due to lack of space, convenient plot devices start appearing to help speed up the story's ending. The final episode is more of an insult to the viewer than anything else. It's an ending where, magically, the good guys win and the bad guys lose. That wouldn't be a problem, but there are no real consequences for the protagonists. Given the scale of the plot, it's impossible to imagine that everything could be resolved in a way that no one is harmed. Furthermore, they have a subplot related to "breaking free from the flow of time," which completely undermines the premise of the story. On top of that, nobody dies, not even the one who was already dead actually dies in the end. The ghost is still there, flying freely, despite the fact that you were told it was to fulfill its revenge and then rest in peace.
I would rank Eris no Seihai as the disappointment of the season. It has the strength to take on everything, but it's too weak to actually do it.
Reviewer’s Rating: 5
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Mar 27, 2026
An entertaining anime that benefited from an over-the-top marketing campaign.
Sentenced to Be a Hero arrives to try and innovate the fantasy genre, but above all, the image of the "hero." In this world, being a hero is a sentence where you're not allowed to die. So far, so good. The anime plays with the typical fantasy plot of fighting the Demon King's army, but from a different perspective. Here, we don't fight for the good of the people or for some ideal of pure heroism. Rather, you're forced to fight; those who have been condemned actually see death as a kinder option. Heroism, being tied
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to judgment, allows for the orchestration of power games, intrigue, and deception. It allows the story to create a much larger political scheme where the heroes are the central piece. Are their crimes really so bad, or are they just people who know more than they should? Seeing the reasons behind each sentence allows you, as the viewer, to become involved in the story. Playing detective and seeing the big picture with each piece of information revealed with every conviction. Add to that a magic system based on "Goddesses." Each Goddess can make a pact with her knight and grant him certain powers. It's a magic system that isn't fully explored in the first season, but I feel we shouldn't dismiss it just because it wasn't fully developed.
The characters are a major draw of the show. In fact, the best characters aren't even the protagonists. I especially want to highlight Norgalle, who has the most charisma of the entire cast. Each character has a unique personality that adds dynamism to the group dynamic. They're introduced gradually to the story. You're given just enough time to get to know them, see what they have to offer, and then decide whether to become attached to them or not. It's a truly diverse group, although the downside is that they all revolve around the protagonist. They aren't allowed to have interactions outside of the protagonist, which limits the group's true potential. Then we have Kivia Patausche, an important character outside the group of heroes. Basically, the vigilante of this group. She's a character who initially seems interesting. A character with ties to the church and strong prejudices against the group of heroes. These types of characters are supposed to be used to gradually change the viewer's perspective on the heroes. They're supposed to be a bridge between the widespread hatred and the truth about the heroes. She should be one of the key characters and one with the best development in the series because of everything she represents. Unfortunately, the story doesn't know how to use her. Most of the time she's used for romantic jokes with the protagonist, but you get to know very, very little about her. They give you just enough information, and by episode 6, you can already predict what her path will be for the rest of the season. It's so predictable that the ending loses its impact. Kivia is the most wasted character in the series, and there are certainly strong contenders for that title.
Finally, the elephant in the room. The exaggerated marketing campaign surrounding the series. At the beginning of the year, there was a wave of content creators and platforms promoting it as "Anime of the Year," "The one that came to compete with JJK or Frieren." Whether you like it or not, that kind of publicity raises expectations, and you're not going to settle for the bare minimum. The first episode was an hour long. For me, hour-long episodes are an illusion, something you can't believe in. The budget for that episode is obviously higher than the rest of the season. The quality is unsustainable. Even so, in its first episode, it was already being called the Anime of the Year. And this premiered on January 3rd, give me a break.
Indeed, the anime couldn't maintain its quality, but the expectations were there. The anime isn't bad, don't get me wrong, but it's not as good as its first episode either. It's especially noticeable in the lighting, draw distance, and action. Even the color palette of the first episode fades as the series progresses. The fights aren't all that great either; most of them involve battling a giant monster that absorbs damage like a sponge. The final bosses are a disappointment because they don't live up to the hype surrounding their introduction. In fact, the anime excels more in its narrative than its action, which speaks volumes about the quality of the fights.
Sentenced to Be a Hero can't even be considered anime of the year when it couldn't even be the best of its season. Even so, it's a great anime to enjoy if you're looking for a fantasy that doesn't rely on typical clichés.
Reviewer’s Rating: 7
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Mar 25, 2026
A third season that fixes certain aspects of the story, but you can't hide the truth.
We'll say the same thing we said about the previous seasons. Doga Kobo has made Oshi no Ko truly seem like a serious anime. The level of visual quality and animation is simply on another level. Even in the comedic parts, you can see the care and effort they put into this IP. Even in this season, they tried to make small changes so that certain moments wouldn't feel so forced or cringeworthy. Doga Kobo deserves all the credit for making Oshi no Ko the monster it is.
Now, the story
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itself—that's beyond repair. The story's problems are so significant that no matter how much you try to sugarcoat it or how many beers you drink, you'll always be able to see the ugliness of the script. It's in this season where all the characters, except for Aqua, become chameleons who can change as the script demands. The Edgy Ruby appears out of nowhere and doesn't really contribute much to the plot. In fact, Ruby's character is left in a rather gray area after this season. Ruby was characterized as an airhead, an idol lover who advanced in the industry through sheer willpower. By edgyifying her, they simply created Aqua 2.0, which was necessary since Aqua had already been converted at the beginning of the season. Oshi no Ko is a story that relies heavily on Aqua to be told. It was clear that when he was removed for a few episodes, Ruby didn't have what it took to carry the story.
The key point of this season was the Arima Kana scandal. Unfortunately for her, this arc is used to set up the final arc, sacrificing her along the way. Arima Kana is one of the most mistreated characters in the story. While the rest of the characters advance in their careers, Kana is the only one who remains stagnant. Which doesn't make much sense because after the play, one would expect her to receive more recognition from the industry. That didn't happen, and she had to take a risk to get a role under a director who abused his power. Again, Doga Kobo saves the day, and that whole part doesn't feel as heavy-handed as it does in its manga counterpart. This makes the whole thing more digestible and allows us to address the real issue, where Kana is the victim, not the perpetrator. Even so, as I said, in the end, she's a expendable pawn so the story can move forward.
The crow girl alone is a whole other issue. I've never seen a character more useless to a plot, and yet they still try to force her so much. The crow girl serves no purpose in the story. She tries to be an element that adds a certain mysticism to the plot, but Oshi no Ko was never a supernatural story. The anime is a drama with social commentary on the entertainment industry. Having a character related to reincarnation was superfluous. No one in this anime ever questioned whether there would be more reincarnations; we all assumed it was a random occurrence. Even so, they try to make it clear, wasting screen time that could have been better used for other characters.
The ending, oh my god, it didn't need to be an hour long. It's painfully obvious that it's two 25-minute episodes strung together. You have two events that individually could have been great finales: the reconciliation of the brothers and the story of Miyako and Ichigo. These are moving stories that could have been worthy of closing the season or opening the next. Even so, the regular ending of the episode feels somewhat unfinished. They close with an attempted joke involving the crow girl that makes your hour-long investment feel unsatisfying. It's only redeemed by the post-credits scene, but once again, it's Ai Hoshino who saves the day.
Now all that's left is to wait for the fourth season to close the Oshi no Ko cycle, one that gets heavier as we approach the end.
Reviewer’s Rating: 6
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Mar 25, 2026
An isekai that could easily become your comfort zone anime.
Honestly, I started the anime with zero expectations. In fact, my only reason for watching it was because there was a character named Panamera. The name amused me, and I decided to give it a chance. I found a fairly relaxed kingdom-building story. Usually, these kinds of stories tend to focus on the political aspects and become dense as the episodes progress. This anime opted for a more slice-of-life approach, which gives it a lot of life and freshness. We already know that every isekai needs a protagonist with an overpowered ability to drive the premise
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forward. Here we have the same, only the overpowered ability allows the supporting cast to interact with it more organically. It's a production ability, therefore not meant for combat. This allows the supporting cast to have recurring roles related to the protagonist's new creation, strengthening relationships and allowing us to learn more about this new village being built through the eyes of its inhabitants.
The protagonist is very laid-back and likeable. He's not looking for a harem, he's not looking for love, he's not seeking redemption for mistakes from a past life. He simply wants to create a place people can call home. To achieve this, we see that the protagonist has a natural charisma, which shines even brighter in scenes where he has to take charge. Since he doesn't fight on the front lines, he's given a couple of well-crafted speeches to motivate his people. When you hear him speak, you can understand why so many people follow him. He's a natural leader who knows how to move and inspire his people.
The political aspect is handled very simply. The anime doesn't want to waste episodes on complex conversations, negotiations, or concerns arising from political conflict. Rather, it aims to present a fairly easy-to-understand political system based on the supremacy of elemental magic. You quickly and easily grasp the political framework, and therefore, the story progresses without needing to worry about explaining things. The anime takes the risk of leaving many things implicit for the viewer's understanding. I think it pulls off quite well due to the simplicity of its approach.
The final episode seems like a great success to me. Without giving away too much, it's an episode that doesn't focus on the protagonist, but rather on his romantic interest. It's an episode focused on developing and resolving the theme with which it was introduced. I thought it was great that the anime and the story trusted her to close out the season. It's a story with a light dramatic weight, which works, but above all, it allows you to see the character's growth. I like it when stories make decisions like this. Because by not depending on your protagonist for everything, you can expand the world and develop characters in different ways, respecting the personal space of each of your characters without overwhelming them with the main plot.
In the end, you get an extremely easy-to-watch anime. It doesn't demand much from you dramatically, it doesn't have conflicts that are difficult to follow, nor a great villain that will make us suffer. It focuses solely on providing entertainment as if you were playing a city-building simulator.
Reviewer’s Rating: 8
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Mar 23, 2026
Don't let the dry cleaner's facade fool you; this is about discovering in which episode the protagonist will commit a crime against a minor.
The first two episodes are almost too good to be true. They're everything you'd expect from the premise. A girl who does laundry gives us different tips that we can apply in real life, all with a very relaxed tone of voice. During the first few weeks of the anime's airing, I watched every episode and fell asleep. I don't mean that negatively; on the contrary, it fulfilled its role as an Iyashikei (a term of endearment for someone who likes to
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relax before bed). It was an anime made to be watched after a long day, after a nice bath, after dinner, but before going to sleep. It was a super atmospheric anime that you wanted to add to your weekly routine because it helped you sleep peacefully. And everything was fine, until the nation of grossness attacked.
Suddenly and without warning, they force a romance between the protagonist, who's in her 20s, and a high school boy. I know many people won't mind, because the internet is vast, but in this story, it makes you wonder, "Was it really necessary for him to be a high school boy?" Given the nature of the story, any adult would have worked, even a college student would have been a better fit for the romance. Even so, they said no, that the protagonist had to be a depraved woman or the anime wouldn't be made. Indeed, the girl takes advantage of various situations to almost kiss him, sleep with him on a stormy night, or show him her underwear. There comes a point in the story where you just want to call the police to protect all the boys in the neighborhood.
The series couldn't recover. It completely lost the relaxing and atmospheric tone it had at the beginning. The fanservice became more aggressive as the story progressed. Fanservice isn't a major issue in many genres, but in Slice of Life/Iyashikei anime, it's particularly blatant. It's very noticeable and intrusive; you come to relax, not to find out how many people in town have seen the protagonist's underwear. The fanservice breaks the immersion, disrupts the relaxation, and starts to generate a certain level of disgust. On top of that, it has a plot about the protagonist having no memories, which is strange because it's selective amnesia. The protagonist doesn't remember how to use social media, but she never forgot how to groom a minor.
The anime had the potential to be a great anime, worthy of its genre. Unfortunately, the story wasn't developed, and blatant fanservice was chosen instead. This ended up killing the anime and tarnishing the reputation of its protagonist.
Reviewer’s Rating: 3
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Mar 23, 2026
Medalist returned to remind me how much the story of an ice skater and her coach can touch my heart.
The biggest concern surrounding this sequel was whether it could maintain the production and animation quality. Fortunately, it did. The quality remained consistent throughout all nine episodes. Therefore, I'm grateful for the decision to cut episodes if it meant delivering a product of this caliber. The sequel has two very clear narrative parts with a noticeable division. The first focuses on a qualifying tournament, and the second focuses on building up to the upcoming movie next year. Let's see what each part offered.
The qualifying tournament: probably
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the best part of the season. It was Inori's first truly competitive tournament. There were no injuries or lack of experience; all the girls were going for the win. This is what made this part so enjoyable. There were only five spots available for the Japanese novice tournament. Each girl entered the ice with a very clear goal, but at the same time knowing that not all of them would achieve it. Watching each girl's thought process as she performed her routine was immersive. Seeing the connection between skater and coach, regarding what they should or shouldn't do, that worry and nervousness about whether a jump would be successful, is perfectly transmitted to the viewer. You feel like you're part of the audience in the stands. Some performances are beautiful because of the choreography, while others are beautiful because of the girls' courage and bravery. Each and every girl manages to generate a feeling of concern, so much so that in the end you want them all to qualify. Unfortunately, it's not possible, and when you see the girls who lose crying, you just want to go in and hug them.
The groundwork for the movie: the second half of the season is mostly focused on Inori's training. The goal isn't to win the tournament, it's to defeat Kamisaki Hikaru. Both Inori and Tsukasa are determined to dethrone the reigning skating titan. Therefore, they have to take risks. This part is all about the risks they will take and the gambles they will have to make. What stands out most here is something the anime has always explored: the coach-skater relationship. Each duo is different and works differently. There will be competitors who play it safe, some who focus on their specialties, and finally, there are those who take risks to achieve their goal. The anime doesn't explicitly mention it, but all the pedagogical work behind it is evident. The way the girls are spoken to, how they are motivated, and how they overcome obstacles makes it clear that there is extensive research behind it. The girls are minors, but they are not naive. They understand the risks of injury or the weight of defeat. Therefore, they are not spoken to in a condescending way, but rather as guides. The girls are too young to do certain things or make certain decisions, but that's what parents and coaches are for. The entire adult ecosystem of the series is commendable because it understands both the adult and childlike aspects.
Medalist is one of the best sports anime currently airing. If you haven't seen it yet, you still have time to go to the cinema with the rest of us when it premieres.
Reviewer’s Rating: 8
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Mar 19, 2026
The best thing about Baki is not taking it seriously.
The Itagaki family has a serious problem with illicit substances. Which I appreciate, because it gives us gems of internet meme culture. Baki is the ultimate meme breeding ground in the anime community. So, the excitement for a new season is always genuine. You know you're not going to find the best fights, the best characters, or the best stories. Even so, how entertaining Baki is is indescribable. Between the grotesque visual style and the exaggerated amount of testosterone as everyone competes to see who's the toughest, it's pure entertainment.
The crazy thing about this season is
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bringing Musashi Miyamoto back to life. Hell yeah, I want some of what the Itagaki family calls Sunday family breakfast. You can tell they have a really good time eating Beelzebub's grass. Miyamoto has been one of my favorite antagonists in Baki. Just watching him, standing there, humiliating the rest of the characters, is brilliant.
The season can be summed up by the phrase "that jerk doesn't last long." Watching those who boasted about their strength in previous seasons fall like flies before Miyamoto. The Musashi vs. Yujiro fight is just too good. Not because of the choreography, the soundtrack, or the outcome. But because of the atmosphere. When you see those two monsters face to face, you truly believe they are the strongest. You become part of the audience during that fight. And then it all ends with them having a whiskey with their buddies. Pure cinema.
The worst thing you can do with Baki is take it seriously. Go get a magic brownie and just consume the anime the way it was written: high.
Reviewer’s Rating: 7
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