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Dec 17, 2023 8:38 PM
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For some reason my last forum post about this got deleted. Not sure why. Genuinely looking for some insight into this show before I watch it. Someone sell me on this anime. I've been thinking about watching it. I like the fantasy vibe but I've heard that the manga is quite boring. Is it the same for the anime? Is the rating on MAL accurate?
Dec 17, 2023 8:42 PM
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Post nut clarity after defeating the Demon King
Dec 17, 2023 8:44 PM
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It got deleted because you related the title to ratings, which is against the rules in Myanimelist
Dec 17, 2023 8:45 PM
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I don’t think it deserves a 9.15 MAL average no but it’s pretty good if you like a slow burn.
Dec 17, 2023 8:48 PM
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yes, just go blind and you wont be disappointed
Dec 17, 2023 8:51 PM
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Reply to MKIkawa
It got deleted because you related the title to ratings, which is against the rules in Myanimelist
@MKIkawa I see. That was my bad
Dec 17, 2023 8:55 PM
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It is slow paced but also wholesome. The animation is really good and your mind just wanders off watching this anime. The opening song is really amazing. I would say give it a try.
Dec 17, 2023 8:56 PM
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If you are passionate about the SoL Fantasy genre, you can't miss this anime. It has an original and refreshing premise, as well as a top-notch production.
Dec 17, 2023 8:56 PM
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I don’t think it deserves a 9.15 MAL average no but it’s pretty good if you like a slow burn.
@TokeiSenpai I do get more engaged with anime that are slow burners (in general). I'm also a sucker for good characters. It seems like people like Frieren as a character which is nice.
Dec 17, 2023 8:57 PM
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I don't know, I am not your dad
Dec 17, 2023 8:59 PM
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I don't know, I am not your dad
@Animaticide Are you liking it so far?
Dec 17, 2023 9:00 PM
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If you can handle slice of life, then yes, you should absolutely give it a try.
It is more of a slice of life with occasional action taking advantage of the fantasy setting in a post-demon king era
Dec 17, 2023 9:01 PM
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Brittaman12 said:
@Animaticide Are you liking it so far?

Best non-sequel of this season, bar none... IMHO
Dec 17, 2023 9:52 PM
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Brittaman12 said:
For some reason my last forum post about this got deleted. Not sure why. Genuinely looking for some insight into this show before I watch it. Someone sell me on this anime. I've been thinking about watching it. I like the fantasy vibe but I've heard that the manga is quite boring. Is it the same for the anime? Is the rating on MAL accurate?

"sell me on this anime".

You got it boss.

Frieren, beyond journey's end, is an emotional, nihilistic, poignant yet beautiful, hopeful and wholesome series adapted from one of the best user-voted upcoming manga in 2021. It is a story about time and is one of the best series to ever adapt this theming through its story, characters and episodes. Moreover, given that it is animated by studio MADHOUSE, who have animated one punch man, is directed by the same director as Bocchi the Rock! and compised by Evan Call, the composer for Violet Evergarden, it is bound to have you captivated through its airing episodes every week.

Speaking as a manga reader, the adaptation was already hype, because I am a huge fan of the manga. Somehow, even though I know the progress of the story, including most recent chapters, this adaptation met the hype and even exceeded my expectations. I am clearly not the only one who feels this way, looking at the insanely high scores on MAL. While an Oshi no Ko fell off in terms of scores quite quickly, Frieren continues to have the highest and time will tell if it can keep up this amazing score.

If this does not convince you, I do not know what will.
Dec 17, 2023 10:28 PM
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it's literally deserved to be in 9+ rating
Dec 17, 2023 11:46 PM
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“Yeah let me ask the fanbase of the highest rated anime in the site if I should watch it or not”
Dec 18, 2023 12:41 AM
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Spice and Wolf is in your favourite list, therefore Frieren is perfect for you. Don’t argue, accept the truth.
Dec 18, 2023 1:17 AM
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Surely in the time taken to make these posts and read feedback, you could have watched the first episode and made your own decision.

But yea worth watching based off your list.
Dec 18, 2023 1:21 AM

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Yeah it's one of those extremely rare occasions when the MAL rating is actually accurate
Dec 18, 2023 1:43 AM
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To be honest, I see no reason to reduce the rating ') It's good and highly recommended but maybe it's not for some people.
Dec 18, 2023 3:18 AM
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The answer is always yes, you should watch it.
After a while, if you don't like it, drop it and watch other stuff.
Dec 18, 2023 3:24 AM

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Yes, definitely yes my fellow 86 LN reader!!!

Boring if you only want action stuff!!!

More SOL but there are action scenes as well!!!

The music, production value, & the directing cannot be understated!!!

Easily AOTY material for 2023!!!
" Kindness can sometimes lead you to trouble. "

Dec 18, 2023 4:20 AM
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Brittaman12 said:
For some reason my last forum post about this got deleted. Not sure why. Genuinely looking for some insight into this show before I watch it. Someone sell me on this anime. I've been thinking about watching it. I like the fantasy vibe but I've heard that the manga is quite boring. Is it the same for the anime? Is the rating on MAL accurate?

Yes, the show is absolutely worth watching. The show takes place after the hero defeat, the demon king and it’s a slow burn but the characters are like a ball. This story is well written. The animation is gorgeous and it’s one of those shows that does not rely on fan service at all.
Dec 18, 2023 4:47 AM

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Joining the crowd here and yes, yes you should. The worldbuilding and storytelling of Frieren is stellar along with how it incorporates valuable messages in its episodes, the production is superb and highly consistent and polished.

Others have pointed out reasons so I won’t really say much for my reply.



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Dec 18, 2023 7:25 AM

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Surely, without any hesitations!!
Dec 18, 2023 8:26 AM
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Brittaman12 said:
For some reason my last forum post about this got deleted. Not sure why. Genuinely looking for some insight into this show before I watch it. Someone sell me on this anime. I've been thinking about watching it. I like the fantasy vibe but I've heard that the manga is quite boring. Is it the same for the anime? Is the rating on MAL accurate?

The manga is amazing and anime is amazing. The show is peak and the next arc coming up (anime) is gonna be phenomenal
Dec 18, 2023 9:40 AM

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Dec 18, 2023 10:27 AM
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From someone who went in blind just by seeing the trailer and typically only watches anime with action, I really enjoy this show and it’s at the top of my list. I love the fantasy and the story so far and have not been disappointed yet or bored
Dec 18, 2023 10:58 AM
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Highly overrated, but still a decent watch. Give it a shot.
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Dec 18, 2023 11:06 AM

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I doesn't get it why it need to be sold to you, why just don't give it a try... zoomers, I suppose.

Show is the best in this season.
Dec 18, 2023 11:07 AM

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No, don't watch it.
Dec 18, 2023 11:13 AM

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frieren is a character driven story, some people find this stories boring, i dont know you so i have no idea if youll find this boring or interesting.
Dec 18, 2023 11:25 AM

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According to MAL, this is "the greatest anime of all time"
Dec 18, 2023 9:38 PM

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It’s amazing. Very slow, but very character driven, and with some amazing payoffs when they do happen. The world building is great as well.

It’s a slow burn, but stick with it. It’s amazing.
Dec 18, 2023 9:48 PM

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It's completely boring. It's also normie bait. As if 20 slow-paced and redundant flashbacks every episode weren't bad enough the amateur plot completely falls apart in episode 10 when an actual antagonist enters the scene, only for everyone to drop 50 IQ points and forget all urgency. The success of this show is a testament that most users on this site, and anime audiences in general, are under 18, immature, uneducated, lack character and experience, and are not very intelligent.
Dec 18, 2023 10:01 PM

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Also, never underestimate the flavor of the month cult. These are people who don't watch anime as anime but treat it similar to Fantasy Football League. It's peak normie and NPC behavior and closely tied into braindead fandoms. There is no room for debate and reason, it's fully automatic drone behavior. "The FOTM must surpass everything else," no matter how trash and undeserving it is. Because they have no other purpose in their lives, because of all their social media politics, because of treating art like troglodyte sports. Asking them for direction on anime, or any art, is like asking a drug addict for life advice.

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