Story - 9
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The story expands on ideas presented in the first season with the additional pressure of relations with neighboring countries, expanding the empire, and establishing safe connections. It leaves off after the Slime Side Story about Rimuru's teaching experiences, which is nice.
The show has a strong usage of suspense, which makes each episode thrilling and an addicting watch.
The first couple episodes start a bit slow, but it soon ramps up very quickly. There is a strong point of climax, and multiple arcs present. Before each large arc begins, it feels like a couple episodes are used to introduce a bunch of information. That part is a little uninteresting, but with the compelling nature of the show, it is by no means a bummer.
The plot is unique and interesting and a good watch if you enjoyed season 1. Slime Diaries is not required for Season 2. If you liked Season 1, but did not like Slime Diaries, you will still most likely like Season 2.
Art - 9
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As a disclaimer, I'm not too keen on art anyway, so this is not my area of expertise. I will note when the art is beautiful, but generally, it's good and follows some relative convention. The art follows the standard that most isekai in 2021 follow, but the animations for magic were well done. The art was very pretty and flowed well with the moves. I liked that CG was not used that often (I'm not a huge fan), and the animators relied more on 2D animation.
Sound - 9
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Nothing incredibly spectacular about the music. It was fitting, but nothing really eye-catching.
The OP and END songs also didn't really catch my eye as songs to listen to outside of the show.
As for the voice actors, as usual, I have no complaints- I think they all did excellent. I think my score here comes mostly from my love for the voice actor Takehito Koyasu, who plays the role of 'evil royalty' brilliantly. He also plays Roswaal L. Mathers in Re:Zero, so you might have heard him then.
Character - 10
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Each new character introduced felt fresh and interesting. I was surprised to see how aesthetically well each character was, and how consistent the character's actions were in lines with their background, experiences, and abilities.
I don't want to spoil who is introduced, so I will not mention specific names.
Each character has their unique personality and watching them relate with other ones gives each one depth.
Character growth can be seen across the season from both Rimuru and others around him- this is quite enjoyable to watch.
Enjoyment - 9
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I think I came into this season not expecting too much. I saw some of Slime Diaries but the slice of life aspect did not really appeal to me.
But as new characters were introduced, suspense was built, and plot points were advanced, I got roped very into the core of the show, and kept watching and watching. It was fun; I lost track of time when I watched.
Finding an absolute joy in this show was a pleasant surprise and I'm looking forward to what is next for this show.
Overall - 10
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Slime S2 was on-point; it delivered an experience stronger than Slime Season 1, and proved an incredibly enjoyable watch. For anybody who is looking for a continuation of Season 1, I would definitely recommend this. If you think about quitting, just know that I would endure through the slower episodes, because the plot that follows that is absolutely worth it.
This is a great watch for sure.
