Goblin Slayer

Goblins are known for their ferocity, cunning, and rapid reproduction, but their reputation as the lowliest of monsters causes their threat to be overlooked. Raiding rural civilizations to kidnap females of other species for breeding, these vile creatures are free to continue their onslaught as adventurers turn a blind eye in favor of more rewarding assignments with larger bounties.

To commemorate her first day as a Porcelain-ranked adventurer, the 15-year-old Priestess joins a band of young, enthusiastic rookies to investigate a tribe of goblins responsible for the disappearance of several village women. Unprepared and inexperienced, the group soon faces its inevitable demise from an ambush while exploring a cave. With no one else left standing, the terrified Priestess accepts her fate—until the Goblin Slayer unexpectedly appears to not only rescue her with little effort, but destroy the entire goblin nest.

As a holder of the prestigious Silver rank, the Goblin Slayer allows her to accompany him as he assists the Adventurer's Guild in all goblin-related matters. Together with the Priestess, High Elf, Dwarf, and Lizardman, the armored warrior will not rest until every single goblin in the frontier lands has been eradicated for good.

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Goblin Slayer Main

Umehara, Yuuichirou Japanese

Elf Main

Touyama, Nao Japanese

Onna Shinkan Main

Ogura, Yui Japanese

Lizardman Main

Sugita, Tomokazu Japanese

Dwarf Shaman Main

Nakamura, Yuuichi Japanese

Ushikai Musume Supporting

Iguchi, Yuka Japanese

Uketsuke-jou Supporting

Uchida, Maaya Japanese

Tsurugi no Otome Supporting

Endou, Aya Japanese

Majo Supporting

Hikasa, Youko Japanese

Yaritsukai Supporting

Matsuoka, Yoshitsugu Japanese

Cook, Justin Producer

Isogai, Noritomo Producer

Ogura, Mitsutoshi Producer

Yoshikawa, Tsunaki Producer

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May 4, 2024

jaekyungssgf

Recommended

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Goblin Slayer's brilliance shines in its unyielding portrayal of the savagery of goblins, compelling viewers to empathize with the adventurers whose lives are forever altered by these vile creatures. While the initial shock may be overwhelming, it serves to underscore the true evil lurking within the narrative. Enter Goblin Slayer, a vigilante reminiscent of a medieval Batman, exacting justice upon these fiends with ruthless efficiency.

Utilizing a range of methods, from crushing goblin teeth against rocks to splattering their brains on cave walls, Goblin Slayer's relentless pursuit of his mission is both awe-inspiring and chilling. His steadfast resolve, despite ridicule from his peers, speaks volumes about ... his character and the deep-rooted trauma that fuels his crusade against goblins. Amidst the chaos, moments of camaraderie and thrilling action remind us why we're invested in this dark world.

However, not every episode hits its mark. Some deviations from the central narrative feel like missed opportunities, momentarily disrupting the momentum built by Goblin Slayer's quest. Yet, these missteps are quickly rectified, showcasing the series' ability to rebound with electrifying sequences that reaffirm Goblin Slayer's status as a formidable force.

What sets Goblin Slayer apart is its strategic depth, drawing inspiration from Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" as the titular character employs cunning tactics and keen insight to outmaneuver his foes. His singular focus on eradicating goblins, fueled by personal tragedy, distinguishes him from traditional heroes, making him a compelling and multifaceted figure.

Despite criticisms of excessive fan service and perceived lack of character development, Goblin Slayer remains a captivating and divisive figure within the anime community. Whether celebrated as a symbol of unwavering determination or criticized as a one-note avatar of rage, there's no denying the impact he's made on audiences worldwide.

Reviewer’s Rating: 8

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Jun 22, 2024

Nasif_

Mixed Feelings

Goblin Slayer is a solid 7/10 anime for me. It's not super good as some claim but it's not bad either.

Where it's good: This show showed just how terrifying goblins, of all things, can be. I genuinely felt the fear of being captured by the goblins, the screams of the characters made me feel helplessness and despair. And when the Goblin Slayer and co. kill the goblins I can feel the sweet taste of revenge. The action is also great and Goblin Slayer is so cool at times! Also a small bit about the op: It's very unique! It's alright as a song but for ... an anime opening I have seen no other openings that are slow-paced like this

Where it's bad/average: There really isn't anything noteworthy to this show aside from slaying goblins. The characters have some chemistry between them but there isn't anything to say about that. I also don't like some of the ecchi elements sometimes, but fanservice be fanservice.

Conclusion: Solid show you can binge watch on a boring and slow summer day. Goblin Slayer won't stick to your soul or anything but what definitely will stick is how horrifying goblins are.

PS: HEA best girl [none of them have name lol]

Reviewer’s Rating: 7

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Jun 12, 2024

revankutaro

Not Recommended

I don't expect people to see this just because GS has been out for a while, but. Honestly? This show is overrated. "Oh but it's so good! It's so different omg!" If you've watched a decent amount of anime in the past, you'll quickly realize Goblin Slayer is really not as good as they say it is.

Yes, Goblin Slayer is a badass character but the story itself slows down so much. Nothing really changes in the world as we progress through the episodes other than them going around killing goblins as the name of the show makes obvious. It's certainly not so boring that it's ... unwatchable, but every time something happens it follows the trope of "oh no, something's different about this one." I understand you have to make the encounters unique with at least some substance, but it's so predictable. I don't know. Maybe I'm blowing it out of proportion, but I felt as though there was no value in watching the show because you always know what comes next.

The side characters are mediocre at best, and the childhood friend with the massive chest is hollow and is honestly probably only there for fan service; she doesn't add anything to Goblin Slayer's personality other than being that one token character who knows the MC before the story starts. The one character that's even remotely interesting or has any character development is the archer elf, but even that's pushing it. The other characters are unique but they have very little if any growth throughout the show, with the only other one having substantial changes (albeit incredibly linear) being the healer. But even her story and background are both incredibly boring. This is one of those shows that has to make sure every character has some sort of traumatizing event that sets them apart from the rest or gives them a reason to do whatever it is that they do. They refuse to make any important character an "average joe," which, yes, is boring but would also make them unique by being different than the others. Although I do think the dwarf kind of fits this, I don't really remember. Nothing about the show was worth remembering anyway.

The art was OK. It wasn't "good" but it certainly wasn't bad; the animation was nothing to write home about either. The music was fine, I guess, and the background art was okay. Everything in the art category was just about average, with nothing worth being called good nor bad.

I'm not really gonna go on a tangent here and nit-pick everything. This is based on my subjective experience with the show. Maybe I reviewed it so harshly *because* I wanted to find things I hated, because, y'know. "Popular things bad" and all that.

So yeah.. stinky goblin slayer, stinky story

Reviewer’s Rating: 4

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