Nanatsu no Taizai: Mokushiroku no Yonkishi is a show that is heavily underrated, a hidden gem, that builds upon the series from which it came from, Nanatsu no Taizai, quite well.
Before reading this, keep in mind that I have only watched the first two seasons of Nanatsu no Taizai, and I enjoyed it, but I know full well of how mistreated the show was from that point onwards, so I may understand why this show was swept under the rugs of many. However, one should not be swayed by the poor handling of Nanatsu no Taizai, and really give this show a try.
Animation:
The animation of this show does its job, it does what it sets out to do, and it does it quite well. Percival, the main character, for example, is the most animated character in the entire cast, as its clearly a part of his cheery personality. While other characters have basic animation, there are moments in the show where the animation really kicks into gear, mostly important story moments.
Visuals:
While the visuals are not mesmerising, like with Demon Slayer, or Violet Evergarden, they are pretty good, especially in the first 4 episodes. It is as clear as day that there was tons of effort put into the visual design, as every character feels distinct, with their own unique personalities, to the point that even the villagers have this aspect too. On the magic side, this still stands, as every magic type seems unique, and tied to character that owns it, especially Percival's, it fits him perfectly. However, this is probably carried over from Nanatsu no Taizai, as I distinctly remember liking the different types of magic in that show too.
Soundtrack:
The soundtrack really hits honestly, its everything it needs to be, when it needs to be. For example, at one point it can be cheery and adventurous, but in a split second, it changes into dark, and mysterious. It is far from the perfect soundtrack, and the OP really hasn't grabbed my attention in anyway, but the first outro is pretty catchy, for what its worth.
Story:
From what I've watched (13 episode as of writing this) The show has not stopped being entertaining for a second. Its a story that is really easy to follow, but also leaves some mystery for us to discover while we watch. It has plenty of emotional roller coaster scenes too, so if you are into that, I highly recommend it solely because of these, as they can hit you pretty hard. Aditionally, the shows main message ( which I'm not going to spoil) is very welcomed, especially since it does not feel forced at all.
Closing statement:
Combining everything together, Nanatsu no Taizai: Mokushiroku no Yonkishi is an experience that is worthwhile, even if you have not previously watched Nanatsu no Taizai, but if you have, it is nice to see that show's characters again, especially since a lot of time has passed between the shows. If you are looking for something that is positive, colorful, and creative, this show is for you, and I highly recommend it, as it has revitalized my passion for anime. It is not life changing, but in a sea of new and diverse ideas, this show feels like how anime used to feel. Fresh, exciting, and most importantly, fun.
