| What I mean by this thread is that this show's popularity has me intrigued, however, judging from episode 1 it seems like a chill episodic show without much of a plot, which can be good, don't get me wrong, but I'm already watching a bunch of slow shows and I'm looking for something with a moving plot that progresses towards a goal. Right now I'm torn between watching Steins;Gate 0 and giving Frieren a chance, so what do you think? What should I expect if I choose to watch this one? |
| there is slow plot progression on frieren so ye better drop it |
KillerWaffle50 said: This anime is a bit on the slower side and has more of a relaxed adventure with some of the best writing and characters anime has to offer right now. I think you should put it on hold for now and just watch a shonen and come back when you aren’t burned out from slower plots. I mean, the fights here are also insane and not slow at all, but they happen way too late for a normal shounen |
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| it gets better and better trust i thought the same thing. started as a 7 for me and almost dropped it but i’m glad i didn’t!! |
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DiabloMask said: What I mean by this thread is that this show's popularity has me intrigued, however, judging from episode 1 it seems like a chill episodic show without much of a plot, which can be good, don't get me wrong, but I'm already watching a bunch of slow shows and I'm looking for something with a moving plot that progresses towards a goal. Right now I'm torn between watching Steins;Gate 0 and giving Frieren a chance, so what do you think? What should I expect if I choose to watch this one? “Judging from episode 1” Just stop there. Watch the show, if you don’t like it drop it |
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| I wouldn't say it "gets better," I would say it maintains good story telling, good animation and a good soundtrack throughout. The first four episodes are probably the highest overall quality given that they were originally made as a 2 hour movie special, but it still does very well once it switches to series mode. I wouldn't say it's slow, but it's certainly not over-the-top loud with unnecessary yelling like some stereotypical anime and it won't delve into bento boxes, bath-houses and beaches if for some reason those are a requirement for you. You generally need to pay attention so if you need over-stimulation to keep tuned in, it may not be the show for you. If you're watching the dub, I'd say it's a bit more monotone in general and doesn't really deliver the same emotional undercurrent as the original voice acting -- but that's kind of the case with most dubs, so those that prefer them are probably used to it. |
sadoldmanOct 1, 3:30 PM
Reply to KillerWaffle50
This anime is a bit on the slower side and has more of a relaxed adventure with some of the best writing and characters anime has to offer right now. I think you should put it on hold for now and just watch a shonen and come back when you aren’t burned out from slower plots.
| @KillerWaffle50 This seems like the response I was looking for, thanks, I'll probably do that. |
Reply to Linx_0
DiabloMask said:
What I mean by this thread is that this show's popularity has me intrigued, however, judging from episode 1 it seems like a chill episodic show without much of a plot, which can be good, don't get me wrong, but I'm already watching a bunch of slow shows and I'm looking for something with a moving plot that progresses towards a goal.
Right now I'm torn between watching Steins;Gate 0 and giving Frieren a chance, so what do you think? What should I expect if I choose to watch this one?
What I mean by this thread is that this show's popularity has me intrigued, however, judging from episode 1 it seems like a chill episodic show without much of a plot, which can be good, don't get me wrong, but I'm already watching a bunch of slow shows and I'm looking for something with a moving plot that progresses towards a goal.
Right now I'm torn between watching Steins;Gate 0 and giving Frieren a chance, so what do you think? What should I expect if I choose to watch this one?
“Judging from episode 1”
Just stop there. Watch the show, if you don’t like it drop it
| @Linx_0 Dude, there's more to people than just "me like" or "me no like". |
| I would save this show for when you're itching for something casual and sweet. If you're not feeling that type of show right now, you'll not enjoy it as much as you could. |
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Reply to sadoldman
I wouldn't say it "gets better," I would say it maintains good story telling, good animation and a good soundtrack throughout. The first four episodes are probably the highest overall quality given that they were originally made as a 2 hour movie special, but it still does very well once it switches to series mode.
I wouldn't say it's slow, but it's certainly not over-the-top loud with unnecessary yelling like some stereotypical anime and it won't delve into bento boxes, bath-houses and beaches if for some reason those are a requirement for you.
You generally need to pay attention so if you need over-stimulation to keep tuned in, it may not be the show for you. If you're watching the dub, I'd say it's a bit more monotone in general and doesn't really deliver the same emotional undercurrent as the original voice acting -- but that's kind of the case with most dubs, so those that prefer them are probably used to it.
I wouldn't say it's slow, but it's certainly not over-the-top loud with unnecessary yelling like some stereotypical anime and it won't delve into bento boxes, bath-houses and beaches if for some reason those are a requirement for you.
You generally need to pay attention so if you need over-stimulation to keep tuned in, it may not be the show for you. If you're watching the dub, I'd say it's a bit more monotone in general and doesn't really deliver the same emotional undercurrent as the original voice acting -- but that's kind of the case with most dubs, so those that prefer them are probably used to it.
| @sadoldman Okay, I don't understand where the bento boxes and bath houses part came from, but I wasn't talking about over-the-top loud shows, I was only asking if the show has a plot that progresses throughout its run or is mostly slow and episodic, that's really all this is about. The rest of your comment was helpful, so thanks. |
Reply to Chaimello
I would save this show for when you're itching for something casual and sweet. If you're not feeling that type of show right now, you'll not enjoy it as much as you could.
| @Chaimello Thanks, this actually answers my question clearly! |
Reply to DiabloMask
@sadoldman
Okay, I don't understand where the bento boxes and bath houses part came from, but I wasn't talking about over-the-top loud shows, I was only asking if the show has a plot that progresses throughout its run or is mostly slow and episodic, that's really all this is about.
The rest of your comment was helpful, so thanks.
Okay, I don't understand where the bento boxes and bath houses part came from, but I wasn't talking about over-the-top loud shows, I was only asking if the show has a plot that progresses throughout its run or is mostly slow and episodic, that's really all this is about.
The rest of your comment was helpful, so thanks.
| @DiabloMask The show has a plot that progresses throughout its run, and it's not episodic. There are episodes where "practically nothing happens" but these are also relevant for the overall plot. The action elements increase through the show. |
Reply to DiabloMask
@sadoldman
Okay, I don't understand where the bento boxes and bath houses part came from, but I wasn't talking about over-the-top loud shows, I was only asking if the show has a plot that progresses throughout its run or is mostly slow and episodic, that's really all this is about.
The rest of your comment was helpful, so thanks.
Okay, I don't understand where the bento boxes and bath houses part came from, but I wasn't talking about over-the-top loud shows, I was only asking if the show has a plot that progresses throughout its run or is mostly slow and episodic, that's really all this is about.
The rest of your comment was helpful, so thanks.
| @DiabloMask Sorry, by the lack bento boxes and bath-houses I'm saying it generally avoids or subverts typical anime tropes that can come along with other anime that are labeled "slice of life," but it also doesn't have a constant drum beat and over-explanations of any goals like a typical shonen. It's not going to try to give you mind-bending plots but it does give the characters goals, both implied and eventually flat out said, that are more a plot device to explore the ups and downs of being human -- love, loss, hate, etc. There is some action spattered throughout, but if you're not hooked by episode 3, I'd probably wait for a time when episode 1 feels a little more than simply "chill" to you. |
| I'll just put it like this: I very much liked this show from the start, but when it reached episode 8 I started to think, "this might seriously be the best anime that ever aired." |
| its like Kobayashi san on steroids, slice of life on paper but goes hard as duck when it wants to |
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| Nah. Everyones wrong. This Show actually sucks and you're one of the first people who's seen through it :) And you only needed one Episode to do it. Well done. 🤡 |
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| It's not really a plot driven story, it's very melancholic and a big theme is enjoying the time you spend with others rather than saving the world like a lot of fantasy. |
| I mean it is the "greateast anime of all time", so it should be better than any other anime you have ever watched |
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| what about the first episode makes it seem episodic and plotless |
Reply to Hiim00hiii
@1crusty
The fact that she didn't take down three countries, fight a demon general, and reach the end of her second journey after meeting Frieren and Stark. Then, the author should have added the system, and create many stronger enemies that are evil, but just didn't show themselves until they could fight people who could beat them. Also, the universe and parallel universes aren't on the line for every fight; not enough stakes.
The fact that she didn't take down three countries, fight a demon general, and reach the end of her second journey after meeting Frieren and Stark. Then, the author should have added the system, and create many stronger enemies that are evil, but just didn't show themselves until they could fight people who could beat them. Also, the universe and parallel universes aren't on the line for every fight; not enough stakes.
| @Hiim00hiii Funnily enough, this show did offer huge elements for power fantasy enjoyers, which I actually believe is a good portion of its fanbase, disguised as "cult" enthusiasts. |
Hiim00hiii said: @ForeverTraitor What are you even talking about? Frieren is a plot driven story, but it also goes into other themes: Frieren: Beyond Journey's End delves into the regrets and joys of the nostalgic past conveying the idea that time is limited odyssey that ought to be treasured dearly. Frieren's journey that is contrasted with her current voyage encourages readers to roam into their past and find conclusions and answers they have previously left ignored. Did you get chatgpt to generate that for you lmao |
| The journey is the plot. The battle arcs are from episode 7-10 and 18-26 |
This dance is the pinnacle of human achievement. |
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