Its really that good? I havent watch it yet

Dec 2, 2023 1:22 AM

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Technopunk said:
@Confused_100 Not the first one to mention FMAB on this thread, nor did I say its only them doing the vote-brigading. No idea where you pull those from.

If you were cool with that, should have stayed shut.

The other person has a hate boner and doesn’t understand how MAL works. Your problem is you reinforcing that idea which acted like MAL has a bias towards FMAB when FMAB is one of the most affected shows in ratings.

Say the truth what was the score before last year?

Dec 2, 2023 5:45 AM

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Umbreon20 said:
What do you think makes this anime that good

i just wanna know ,no spoiler please

it doesn't do many great things although the animation and music is fantastic but also there aren't many flaws either

it is just a seasonal show which goes down in ratings once it stops airing

Dec 2, 2023 6:02 AM

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It’s just a generic shounen fantasy with random fluff thrown in here and there to gloss over the fact. Give it a try if that sounds like your thing.

Dec 2, 2023 6:08 AM

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I really don't see the point in asking this question. Just watch 1 or 2 episodes and decide if it's good for you or not. The show has a 9+ rating on this site, did you really expect people were gonna respond to your post with "Nah dude, it's fucking shit. Best to stay away from it."?

@PoisonedSandwich he basically mean what frieren is all about. Not the literal "is it good?" because it's basically subjective. He is definitely asking why it has such a high rating. He will look for answers about the whys. That's why I'm also reading this forum as it is on my ptw. That's the point, unless the ratings only has 8-10 stars, then the question is literally questionable. Also not everyone has the time to watch something they aren't so sure of. That's why asking a question really helps :)

Dec 2, 2023 6:30 AM

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Jacques_Monreal said:
@PoisonedSandwich he basically mean what frieren is all about. Not the literal "is it good?" because it's basically subjective. He is definitely asking why it has such a high rating. He will look for answers about the whys. That's why I'm also reading this forum as it is on my ptw. That's the point, unless the ratings only has 8-10 stars, then the question is literally questionable. Also not everyone has the time to watch something they aren't so sure of. That's why asking a question really helps :)

that's what reviews are for, no?

Dec 2, 2023 6:37 AM

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that's what reviews are for, no?

@PoisonedSandwich not all ppl can read such long reviews that takes forever to read. And not all can't search for reviews they think that fits for them. Some ppl just want a shorter but direct to the point answer rather than long and detailed ones. Also some reviews are too subjective saying that it is the best or worst show ever as if it's the representative of humanity. It can stress out some ppl who lack patience for reading long narratives. Just like I said, there is not point for questioning if the show doesnt have a rating lower than 8.

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Dec 2, 2023 6:40 AM

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@TRC_Randy it's possible the anime is kinda overrated because of the later arc of the manga that won't be animated this season. 9.12 rating is definitely too high for Frieren this season imo, but for next season however, it will probably take the 1st place for a very long time.

@Jet_Black_Aqua let's hope it isn't just another case of fans overhyping it.

Dec 2, 2023 7:34 AM

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@Jacques_Monreal In that case I'd just read the synopsis and take the rating in account.
If anything thread posts are more likely to be too biased. With reviews you atleast know that the person writing it took a decent amount of time formulating their opinion, unlike forum responses which are written in like 10 seconds flat.

Dec 2, 2023 8:03 AM

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it's really good fantasy story and it's not an isekai 🤣 we don't get many pure fantasy animes much anymore.

Dec 2, 2023 8:34 AM

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My Personal Opinion ( NO )

Dec 2, 2023 8:44 AM

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it's 100 times better than spy x family this season

Dec 2, 2023 9:09 AM

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@PoisonedSandwich Yeah, I just tend to understand why some ppl really asking that kind of question. Some really want to find what it is about because even if its good, they might be eyeing for something. Like if that's something that they can watch right now or put on ptw list. As for me, basing on the rating, reviews and reading some in the forum, "'ll watch it. But not for now since I'm eyeing for badass OP main characters with a decent story to keep myself pump up, and/or cultivation genre (which are moslty chinese anime). Great stuff you've said though :)

Dec 2, 2023 10:11 AM

#63

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It's a solid fantasy anime. Chill SOL vibe, top-tier music, understated humor, classic treatment with regard to tropes without being overbearing/annoying, it's kid-friendly for the most part (not that I usually consider that) without being in a child-like mindset. I suppose it's rare in that it's made for all age groups.

For me the most outstanding element in this series is the treatment of time and the passing of time. No (time) machines or (temporal) magic, but just the reflections of the very long-lived MC (the other characters also revel in the passage of time, but the MC is sort of the cornerstone as she's lived the longest of the regular cast).

I recommend this show to anyone who is a fan of fantasy stories in any medium. Whether you like reading/books on tape/light novels/manga/movies/anime, it's a unique fantasy anime .

Dec 2, 2023 11:33 AM

#64

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The anime series is excellent. Excellent production. Good story with very good and excellent moments. Excellent characters, especially one certain elf woman and her human apprentice. The Lord of the Rings spirit.

Mene, mene, tekel, parsin

Dec 2, 2023 12:43 PM

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You should watch this show NOW!!

Dec 2, 2023 2:52 PM

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not really, its episodes range from 8/10 to 5/10, most of the time is a 6 or a 7.

Dec 2, 2023 3:30 PM

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I will be honest with you,

This is what i think its good

the anime had a great first episode:
As it's important to push you to watch more, like they introduce the theme and characters in the first episode and setting up the plot. So the watchers will know what this anime is about and what to expect.

The animation and music is great too:
Looks like the studio (madhouse) does a great job producing the animation and music. They really put so much love in this anime. So prop to them and ofc to Yoasobi for the banger op song.

The character design and world building look pretty decent:
The design pretty good and its suit with fantasy story. The characters personalities pretty decent too, not much to say. The worldbuilding is just nice and neat but ahh when they show a map during the first episode, that actually makes me feel like playing an Open World RPG Fantasy game but unfortunately only on the first episode 😭.

And ofc there also something I dont like

The storyline too stale:
ok hear me out, the story is good but nothing more. Nothing special tbh. The story is pretty intact with the message they trying to deliver but nothing is groundbreaking about their stories. Ofc with the cliche and plot armour stuff. The outcome is mostly predictable.

The comedy is a meh:
Comedy really helps to make you care about those characters and make them lovely. Unfortunately, its seem not much of it and Im just barely chuckle. I know its not a comedy anime but some anime actually nail it despite there are not categorize as comedy anime.

Sooo,
Watch it if you just want to chilling watching the anime.

Don't watch if you really care about their storyline and plots.

I just occasionally watch them if I get in the mood.
Hope this helps you 😋. Also... I think this anime is overrated 😂.

Dec 2, 2023 7:32 PM

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It's better than most anime which granted isn't saying all that much. However, it's got an actual story, actual character depth, a solid theme and an actual moral message.

In terms of story and quality this would rank good outside of the anime genre. It's a good show rather than 'a good anime'.

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Dec 2, 2023 7:36 PM

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Why this is another seasonal generic anime.

By the definition of "generic" this isn't "generic". You may think it's not good or only alright but for a story premise it's rather unique. Pacing wise not many anime are this slow and most anime are shallow and/or flashy attention grabbing which this one isn't.

Dec 2, 2023 9:52 PM

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No, it's not. It got to the point of being overrated because it's currently sitting at #1 in the top scores. It's a good show but not that good. People are having recency bias.

If you love isekai, go ahead and watch it but don't go in with the expectation of being an anime deserving of it's #1 ranking.

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Dec 2, 2023 10:44 PM

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It's very good but also overrated right now. Valid rating would be around 8.9 imo. But the show has lot of heart and it's just really enjoyable. Also the animation is top tier in fight scenes.

Dec 2, 2023 11:05 PM

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Amongst the best shows Ive seen in quite some time. Its production value and writing is just a cut above the rest.

Dec 2, 2023 11:54 PM

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Umbreon20 said:
What do you think makes this anime that good

i just wanna know ,no spoiler please

It's the world building where everything is connected as in a real world. Where time passes as it does to us and frierens journey and memories

Dec 3, 2023 12:36 AM

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It's good but from what I've seen so far it isn't something that will ever make it into my top 10 shows. I could see it being in a top 10 slice of life category. I'm not a fan of how magic works in the world or how there doesn't appear to be much discoveries being made. It doesn't make me think much about what I see in an episode unlike something like Kino no Tabi or Fumetsu no Anata e. In addition, compared to other SOL Frieren's not emotional enough to me to bring life to the story.

Dec 3, 2023 1:23 AM

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Umbreon20 said:
What do you think makes this anime that good

i just wanna know ,no spoiler please

I wasn't actually the biggest fan when it started actually. The animation is gorgeous and I liked Frieren as a character ok but something just didn't feel right and I still don't know why.

The new episodes have finally gotten me on board and I'm here for it now, I even cried in the last episode. It's not my favorite anime of all time or even of this season but it's genuinely great and deserves the love.

Although the opening theme still does not fit the tone of the show and I think it was a bad choice. This is a hill I will die on.

Dec 3, 2023 4:55 AM

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For me it's overrated AF
Basically every episode they just go to a place and solve a problem (that's all)
Almost all the time they also make fun of elfs capacity of living for centuries (overused humor)
All fights (until episode 6) end in a split of seconds, nothing to get excited for
I do like the animation and some characteres tho

I'd rate it 6 or 7 out of 10

Dec 3, 2023 10:43 AM

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According to MAL this is THE GREATEST ANIME OF ALL TIME

So forget all the shows you have watched, this is better than them all...

@MadanielFL Literally when did this happen?? I just discovered this news last night, and this should've broken the entire internet by now.

Dec 3, 2023 12:15 PM

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Absolutely! Every person should see it!

Dec 3, 2023 1:00 PM

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1500 FMAB stans.

And MAL mods doesn't give a fuck about it lol

The fans have made me dislike the show I was already not inclined to like

@DivinesPlayhouse you are lucky

I had to watch all episodes to realize it was a mid.

Dec 3, 2023 1:42 PM

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@MadanielFL Literally when did this happen?? I just discovered this news last night, and this should've broken the entire internet by now.

@passing_through It has actually passed FMAB like 3 times. First 2 times were like for an evening and then FMAB came back on top but the third time was like a week ago and it hasn't moved so I guess people went like "GG, that it how it is gonna be for a bit, atleast until it ends"

愛がなければ、見えない。
Without Love, the truth cannot be seen.

Dec 3, 2023 2:26 PM

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@Solunaire You can probably make any anime sound bland if you oversimplify it. Humor being subjective is understandable, sure.

Dec 3, 2023 6:51 PM

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I'd say not bad in term of slice of life for "elf".
We always heard that elf has immortal lifespan but was never shown how they spend the life.
This series actually show you that.
I wouldn't take this series as other genre than slice of life to be honest.

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Dec 4, 2023 1:48 AM

#83

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in my opinion the anime is good if you want to relax, the soundtrack is calm the voices of the characters are also calm, over all its great if you just want to have a time to relax. its on my opinion, also the story really gets into you wen you pay attention. again this is my opinion,other people may watch it for other reasons

Dec 4, 2023 4:57 AM

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dropped it at ep 5, found it boring as shit with the usual cute girl tropes (seems like it's written by a woman, not sure though)

the concept is very interesting though and a lot of people seem to love it

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Dec 5, 2023 8:05 AM

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10/10 Best anime ever made!

Dec 5, 2023 8:21 AM

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It's amazing, but not yet a masterpiece.

Dec 5, 2023 3:35 PM

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Anime's my diversion. I can appreciate those with good fundamentals but in general I just want to enjoy anime without getting too stressed. Hence why I prefer iyashikei.

So yes, it's worth it. Its characters are likable, it's relaxing, profound, contemplative, like the feeling of reading a good book while it's raining outside, or just being nostalgic while watching old home videos.

Dec 5, 2023 5:58 PM

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I have no words to describe how much i love this anime.

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Dec 6, 2023 4:42 PM

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@DivinesPlayhouse you are lucky

I had to watch all episodes to realize it was a mid.

You’re a criminal

Dec 7, 2023 4:05 AM

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@chiisanatenohira says the guy with Nagatoro pfp

Omegas opinion doesn't matter.

Dec 7, 2023 6:00 AM

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@chiisanatenohira says the guy with Nagatoro pfp

Omegas opinion doesn't matter.

@hiddentheory off-topic, but I really like Nagatoro's manga, the author portrays their relationship in a surprisingly realistic & heartwarming way but people can't take the bullying and teasing of the start of the manga so it's usually just dismissed as another shitty romcom lol

also it's not boring as hell unlike Frieren lol, also what do you mean with this "Omega"?

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Dec 7, 2023 6:32 AM

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Yes, without any hesitations!

Dec 7, 2023 7:47 AM

#93

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Even better than JJK S2 and I gave that a 10/10

Dec 7, 2023 7:58 AM

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It's a mix of recency bias and the fact that if you are attracted to a show like Frieren to begin with you are probably not the type of person who would be quick to give it a strongly negative review.

I think the show's premise is 10/10 but the characters feel just a little shallow so I would say it's very good, I'm enjoying it, but it's probably not going to remain "the best anime ever rated on MAL" great. But then I really couldn't get into Fullmetal Alchemist, the former number 1 ranked show, so, maybe I'm not the target audience.

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It’s not “that” good, but it’s good for sure

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