The horror aspect was definitely creepier for a couple of episodes until it kind of swapped over into a battle of wits anime. However the mystery aspect of the show definitely continued. One thing I do appreciate is the feeling that somebody could die. Which I wasn't sure how it was able to do that despite the character being able to change fate. The set backs are definitely felt.
The character dynamics were enjoyable but not anything too wild to standout, Ushio's loud personality was definitely fun to see. I also really love the accent on all the characters, it is impressive that there were some VAs that were from Tokyo in the main cast and still hit the accents nicely.
The biggest disappointment was Shide. There was a chance to explore a somewhat more morally gray villain however , Shide ended up becoming a very typical bad guy in his motivations/behavior . Which for a heroes journey Shonen battle manga, I can understand. However I think there is always a chance to write an interesting villain in terms of personality ,mannerisms ,etc. , this goes for Haine as well. I was able to feel for Haine by the end of the story however I still did not like her at all. It felt a little bit of a plot device to make the viewers care, I wish it was incorporated a bit more earlier. Maybe she could've had moments showing care to some families as it reminds her of what she wants ,etc.
Overall very enjoyable ,I found it hard to not binge
