Goblin Slayer (light novel)
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| Huh. I have some criticism on this episode. To be frank, I'm disappointed with the quality of this episode in particular. Not that it was worse than the previous ones, but that it actually exacerbated how plain it was all along. They probably had a low budget, I get it, but they could still shine on the direction department, and they didn't. I think some scenes were introduced at the wrong moment, they felt a bit awkward. Either that or the background music wasn't doing its job properly... Which still falls under the director's belt. The thing that made me lose my head, though, was at the end, that long-ass drama about Orcbolg collapsing. It's plain to see that he wouldn't die. At least not this far from the end (though I do know what happens because I read the manga). I was kinda expecting something else there. That would be a valid cliff-hanger for a secondary character in that situation or for himself IF it was the last episode. But it wasn't. And sorry, director, but it won't have the effect you were planning on going for. I'm not mad at the anime, though. It's not bad. Just disappointed. |
IshikamiNov 19, 2018 5:56 PM
| That was one heck of an episode. WOW!! INTENSE, GRUESOME. A few things were left out that was fun and intrested to see in the manga but all is well. The episode was quite enjoyable without them nonetheless. |
haykaNov 19, 2018 6:02 PM
HisokaxMeruem said: it litteraly makes no sense that the goblins want to rape the girls on the fly in a fight, like srsly lol They aren't very bright they as GS always says. But still their no fools but they do what they do. They did it in episode 1 also. |
| Maybe Priestess will learn to not urinate herself during battle? |
smoledman said: Maybe Priestess will learn to not urinate herself during battle? Maybe it's a power up ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ |
Ishikami said: Are you talking about the bird scene?Because if you are then know that it was not the directors fault.CR just messed upHuh. I have some criticism on this episode. To be frank, I'm disappointed with the quality of this episode in particular. Not that it was worse than the previous ones, but that it actually exacerbated how plain it was all along. They probably had a low budget, I get it, but they could still shine on the direction department, and they didn't. I think some scenes were introduced at the wrong moment, they felt a bit awkward. Either that or the background music wasn't doing its job properly... Which still falls under the director's belt. The thing that made me lose my head, though, was at the end, that long-ass drama about Orcbolg collapsing. It's plain to see that he wouldn't die. At least not this far from the end (though I do know what happens because I read the manga). I was kinda expecting something else there. That would be a valid cliff-hanger for a secondary character in that situation or for himself IF it was the last episode. But it wasn't. And sorry, director, but it won't have the effect you were planning on going for. I'm not mad at the anime, though. It's not bad. Just disappointed. |
| I just can't, I can't believe what it has come to be. For a moment when they were first being overwhelmed by the goblins, I genuinely thought it was it, somebody ought to die, and it was the time for it to happen, the priestess, will she ever be able to move her arm again? I even thought it was it for her at the beginning, losing an arm isn't half bad compared to her being killed right on the spot. And knowing the goblins, they might have even raper her and made her a dirty plaything first. Now that Goblin Slayer is down, I'm sure it's not it for him but still very concerning, they might have to pull his helmet off in order to look into his injuries, probably it would be a shocker, I swear I could make out a goblin speaking to Goblin Slayer in that short flashback while the camera zoomed out of a hole, probably he was held captive and/or was trained by a goblin? That would explain his speech about there being a good goblin and his wide knowledge about goblins in general, I mean, the experience could only get you so far. That ending with the canarry though, just staring at them in wonder while the phenomenal soundtrack played, just a great episode. There was a genius hidden symbolism about choking that goblin champion, a single hair can be helpless against almost anything, but in a group, they can even take down a savage piece of walking nasty meat. They have been a little too reliant on CG lately, the normal way of doing it isn't half bad, I mean, they are and animation have been spectacular on some occasion, but they seem to put a lot more trust in CG on some parts, and while it's not even that bad a CG, I'm a bit too worried that they might trust it all on CG and going to that territory is rarely if ever good. |
| Goblin guy is just too pissed to die. |
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Ditto . . . I think deep inside we may have more in common with goblins than we'd admit |
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| Whoa hoho ho hooooo, for the moment there I thought they're done for, that elf rape scene , they should have let the elf go berserk against them goblins , and for the 2nd time in a row the priestess pee on herself. |
JiangHaoyi1979 said: Whoa hoho ho hooooo, for the moment there I thought they're done for, that elf rape scene , they should have let the elf go berserk against them goblins , and for the 2nd time in a row the priestess pee on herself. she did go berserk |
| Now that's more like... Loved this episode. |
GreenNet said: papsoshea said: What is this series? Lol, every week its something new. Is it dark? Is it comedic? Is it immature mature? Or is it harem time? What is this scene? Feels like I'm watching some Slice of Life. Lol, well hello big titties tonal dissonance. What was the point in this scene? Why in the bathing area? There is numerous way to chronicle her scars. Who here thinks this is PTSD? Lol, it's not if the author wanted to add a psychological aspect to the story then we would have seen a character who is a victim of rape have an introspection about their life, goals, career etc. And look where this scene takes place lol doesn't it occur to anyone that the atmosphere, the scenery and the nakey waifu's are undermining the actual tone of what its trying to tell you as the audience? Bombshell Bimbo: When I tell most people, they just say, "I'm sorry."Lol, smh, the author can't write for shit! Are these characters incapable of not just being there to talk about Goblin Slayer? Are they incapable of talking about themselves and their own issues? Seriously, remove Goblin Slayer from the series and what do you have? You have cardboard cutouts who follow Goblin Slayer because 'reasons' (uninteresting). The dialogue though lol it's so abysmal that it's hilarious, in a bad way. Especially this part, High Elf: What is that? Self-Insert Protoganist: You don't know what a bird is? Annoyed Kawaii Elf: Of course I do! CG Tin can: It's a canary. Generic Tsundere angry Elf: I told you, I know what it is! Walking Mary Sue: I see. And then the transition lol Its cringe you can hear that choppy change in the background noises. What is up with this dialogue? This is something that Tommy Wiseau would come up with lol we get like 6 or 10 minutes (feels like it) of exposition, the cardboard cutouts ask questions because they hardly know anything and Goblin Slayer has all the answers, so contrived. Everything is going to plan 'conveniently' for Goblin Slayer, its like he is reading the script! Up to the point of where the goblins bust down that door. The atrocious CG continues but there is this one CG sequence! And it wasn't bad, probably the best use of it so far and then use of the matrix bullet time effect. Still, the choreography is very lacking so far within 7 episodes and action is suppose to be a big highlight of the show. 2 episodes ago, this complete novice was able to deflect fireballs and shit from the ogre who is way more OP but last episode and this episode, she struggles to hold up a shield when it's only weak-ass goblins and some arrows this time around? lol and they are so dumb, they all rely on Goblin Slayer just to do basic things, its like they need him to do the thinking for them. And how on earth did Goblin Slayer not die after getting hit like that? Lol, this guy is internally bleeding, his bones should be crushed from impact from the club and wall, his armour is supposed to be weak, but you know, plot armour. And then just like in episode 1, all the goblins ignore the priestess when she's just standing there defenceless. So what happened to her having great character development from episode 1? She just regressed to how she was in episode 1. Goblin Champion is big enough to kill a human with one bite but proceeds to not do so when he snatches up the Priestess and then stands there doing nothing long enough that... Uh oh! Edge! Here he comes from the brink of death, Edgemaster T-600 gets a random surge of a powerup because of 'feels' and flashback! Here is this Goblin Slayer's only defining characteristic - the edgy glowing red eye! The problem here with this scene is that it's undeserved, look at it from a meta point of view - these characters have been Mary Sueing the entire time, winning every fight and encounter they run into when it was all conveniently laid out for them. On top of that, none of these characters is truly developed. Priestess gets thrown to the side and the goblins continue to ignore her because of plot armour. And since Goblin Slayer is back in action, the whole group is back in action lol despite nearly being butchered and raped (High Elf) they have enough time to have a macho LOL cutesy pie dialogue amongst all this chaos while they are still in a life or death scenario XD this scene doesn't even need dialogue, just show through the action smh the writing of this show, 100/10! You'd think this would be the part where the characters take a step back and evaluate the situation and contemplate about leaving Goblin Slayer, that this shit is not for them - even if it doesn't happen, at least show us something about these characters as individuals but no, these characters are just going to follow Goblin Slayer because of 'reasons'. These characters, especially Priestess, cares about Goblin Slayer more than they care about their own well-being lol and wtf is this shit? Lmao, what in the blue hell is this cinematography just go straight to the black screen for credits, and the sad song boo hoo well not really because what reasons does the show give to the audience to care about Goblin Slayer or any characters here? None! And in the next episode, Deus Ex Machina! I see you don't give up uh? Nice. Honestly what the fuck is that guy’s problem? I see him on every single GS thread talking shit when no one even gives a fuck about his opinion yet here he is still watching GS just to shit on it. It’s sad when you don’t have anything else better to do with your life |
| Enjoyed this one the most so far. even if the bird scene was supposed to have credits rolling I still somewhat liked it because of the music and really makes you feel the despair the group had went through |
dantex11 said: Honestly what the fuck is that guy’s problem? I see him on every single GS thread talking shit when no one even gives a fuck about his opinion yet here he is still watching GS just to shit on it. It’s sad when you don’t have anything else better to do with your life Week to week you just get used to him |
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| I feel bad for those who hate this anime, they always watch GS only to make an opinion that everyone doesn't care about. and also I feel annoyed with those people who don't want to read all the comments above and immediately complaint about that eye. |
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| I like the fact that once this show wants to be dark it actually gets as dark and disturbing, unlike other edgy shows that turn out funny instead. This is the kind of edge I want to see lol. |
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Only_Brad said: JiangHaoyi1979 said: Whoa hoho ho hooooo, for the moment there I thought they're done for, that elf rape scene , they should have let the elf go berserk against them goblins , and for the 2nd time in a row the priestess pee on herself. she did go berserk Yeah in the manga, that is. |
| i liked that whole minute of birds eye |
| oh unholy god! damn! this was godly awesome! this is too much that I teared-up! 5/5! |
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dantex11 said: Honestly what the fuck is that guy’s problem? I see him on every single GS thread talking shit when no one even gives a fuck about his opinion yet here he is still watching GS just to shit on it. It’s sad when you don’t have anything else better to do with your life Haha I know right, papsoshea is one of them goofs who don't have anything to do with their life, and pretend to hate on a show yet watch it every week 😂😂 |
LaughingCoffinxNov 21, 2018 6:28 PM
NoizyFrog said: Honestly, I am kinda shocked to see this episode recieves even one good word (especially who is familiar with GS). Not only did it manage to take all the tension from one of the more important events (first big defeat for the party), it also manages to spit on half of the cast. Priestess lost protection due to shock that GS got hit? That's questionable. Where is the scene she is trying to bring the barrier up and fights? She did not just gave up on life at that moment. Elf is helpless and weak and needs help from a mighty dwarf to shake some goblins? Where is the scene of her going wild, freeing herself and killing everyone? Since when are those characters helpless women, who require help from strong men? WTF is this shit? The fight itslef had less energy than static drawing on paper. What was this overdramatic near death experience at the end? Is this a soap opera? This anime did a lot of mistakes, but after this episode - it is a total trash. High Elf Archer is a Long Ranged Fighter, she's weak at close combat. This is the fragment of the novel that @FreezePeach show us She was dragged to the ground, and with a scream, she vanished under a black mountain of goblins. For a second, one thin leg stuck out from under the mound, kicking at the air. “Long-ears!” Dwarf Shaman was the first to notice what was happening, and the only one able to respond. He tossed aside his sling and, with a yell, took a hand ax from his belt. “You little beasts! By the gods, get off her!” His judgment was beyond question; there hadn’t been time to use a spell. If Dwarf Shaman hadn’t leaped in immediately, High Elf Archer might well have been carried off to who knew what fate. But without any ranged attacks to support the lone close combat fighter, there was nothing to hold back the goblin onslaught. This was critical. Is not something like "they are helpless woman", but they are weak under certain circunstantes. The elf does not have enough strength to face so many goblins near to her and the Priestess lost her concentration when worrying about the Slayer. In fact, Priestess's reactions reminds me to a character a made in a tabletop game named Anime Beyond Fantasy. |
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| Disappointed in that healer kid. Sees Goblin Slayer gpt hurt and she lost her shit. She keep this up and she'll become a liability. To be honest, girls are a liability when hunting goblins. These monsters are infamous for raping women so why still go? If they were known for sucking dick till it falls off I doubt guys would go lol I know I wouldn't. Also, the fuck was that almost two minute of nothing near the end? |
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PrimeX said: Also, the fuck was that almost two minute of nothing near the end? This again? xD, the eye's scene are the credits roll, Crunchyroll messed up, This is the original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVWz9O4Qg3E |
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hayka said: HisokaxMeruem said: it litteraly makes no sense that the goblins want to rape the girls on the fly in a fight, like srsly lol They aren't very bright they as GS always says. But still their no fools but they do what they do. They did it in episode 1 also. Goblins may not be bright but they have good taste in women. They ignored priestess and directly jumped the elf, which is perfectly understandable ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) |
| well, it is make sense why goblin slayer come back to fight because of priestess screaming that loud even though he is injured so hard. the only thing concern me is why gob champion wasting time so much and GS come back is not that fast as i expect to be as there is no time to waste after all. it make the scene lose its tempo. first time heard yui ogura scream in extreme level, great job, i know she is a talented VA with unique voice from a long time ago. |
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| Best Episode so far I dont like how the priestess is still pissing herself even after facing so many dangers in the last few months she has been with GS The Dice and his eye made me curious, can't wait until the "secret" behind it is revealed |
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| Woah! Just woah. The best episode till now. Many animes don't have that much intensive and awesome finales, and this was not even Goblin Slayer's final episode! That action, plot-wise moments, artstyle, music, emotions. Everything in right places and perfectly balanced throughout the whole episode. Definitely this episode was 10/10 for me. It was so sad and thrilling when all them adventurers fell under goblins while Goblin Slayer was laying wounded... Elf Archer was sexually harassed and ended up with most of clothes torn off by goblins. It was really terrible, but Goblin Slayer managed to stand with his famous "red eye mode" on and basically he went berserk if we look on how he was in a bad condition. |
| Indeed, it was a brutal episode. It seems that the Priestess didn't want to lose the Goblin Slayer. I think that the last shot with the canary's eye was bit long lmao. |
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| There was a surprising improvement in the screenwriting, which was good. Nothing special, but good enough to keep up the tension which the content deserves. evoniee said: first time heard yui ogura scream in extreme level, great job, i know she is a talented VA with unique voice from a long time ago. Chanyui's known as one of the lesser seiyuus in terms of acting skill... Unique voice, yes, but not much talent or range, although she has been mostly ok in GS |
| Overall I did not like this episode so much, the story is a bit fast, but the choreography of the fights I liked. |
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| Yeah, I'd call that battle a draw. They got messed up. |
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| Ooo really good actions scenes and that fan service. Goblin Slayer the God but i wonder how they will come back next time. |
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| I liked the episode, but one thing that really pissed me off, as well as several other people stayed too, was that 2 minute loop of the canary eye blinking. |
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