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Ao no Miburo is beyond your expectations. It starts slow but delivers an interesting story. It might be about the Samurai era, but it is relevant today and challenges our beliefs about what we should do when an era is changing. Nowadays, the pace of life is faster than ever, and this anime can help us find meaning in life and understand what we should pursue.
There are some flaws as well. For example, we get several flashbacks at the end, one after another, which could have been spread throughout the story, so it wouldn’t feel overwhelming at a critical moment of the plot.
The quality could ... have been better; especially the fight scenes, which are a bit dull.
And personally, I don’t like the VA of the MC.
Overall, it has a beautiful story, and I recommend it to everyone who cares more about storytelling than flashy fights.

Adapted from a video game, God Eater stands out among its peers with its promising premise and unique approach. While many anime adaptations of games fall short, this one manages to hold its ground, offering a visually striking experience and engaging characters.

The animation, often a point of contention among viewers, is one of God Eater's strongest assets in my opinion. Its bold art style and dynamic action scenes may not appeal to everyone, but they effectively set the tone for its grim, post-apocalyptic world. The characters are another highlight, each given enough background and development to feel relevant, especially given the anime's relatively short runtime.

However, ... where God Eater falters is its story. Initially, the premise feels familiar yet intriguing, delivering a solid post-apocalyptic narrative with high-stakes action. Unfortunately, after episode 7, the story becomes increasingly predictable, losing its initial spark. For those well-versed in similar anime or video games, the plot twists and developments are easy to anticipate, making the latter half of the series less compelling.

Overall, I’d give God Eater a solid 6/10. It’s a decent choice for a weekend binge, particularly if you enjoy post-apocalyptic settings or are a fan of the game. While it may not break new ground, it offers enough entertainment to pass the time—just don't expect it to leave a lasting impression.

"Jitsu wa Ore, Saikyou deshita?" (Am I Actually the Strongest?) attempts to stand out in the oversaturated isekai genre but falls flat in almost every aspect. What could have been an engaging story about a reincarnated protagonist seeking a peaceful life becomes a repetitive and poorly constructed narrative riddled with shallow characters, predictable plotlines, and uninspired action sequences.

Uninspired Characters

One of the anime's biggest flaws is its characters. Many seem to exist merely as placeholders, contributing nothing meaningful to the story. The prince and princess, for instance, are introduced but have no significant impact on the narrative. They’re just there, and their lack of depth or ... purpose feels like a waste of screen time. The supporting cast as a whole is so underdeveloped that you struggle to care about their fates or motivations. Even the protagonist, while overpowered, lacks the charisma or complexity to carry the show on his own.

Predictable and Shallow Plot

The premise of a protagonist striving for a peaceful life in another world is not new, but here it’s executed poorly. While the main character faces challenges, they’re laughably simple and resolved without any tension. Every conflict is met with an inevitable and effortless victory, removing any sense of stakes or excitement. Moreover, the show contradicts its own premise—rather than achieving a peaceful life, the protagonist is constantly dragged into conflicts, making it a frustrating experience for anyone seeking a "relaxing" isekai.

Disappointing Fight Sequences

For an anime centered around an overpowered protagonist, you’d expect thrilling and well-choreographed fight scenes. Unfortunately, the battles are lackluster, uninspired, and poorly animated. They lack the energy and creativity needed to captivate the audience. Instead of grand spectacles or clever strategies, you get brief, anticlimactic resolutions that leave no lasting impression.

Weak Storytelling and Worldbuilding

The story feels aimless and lacks cohesion. The worldbuilding is shallow, with minimal effort put into making the setting feel alive or unique. Important elements of the world are glossed over, leaving the audience with a generic, cookie-cutter fantasy backdrop. This lack of depth makes it difficult to become invested in the narrative or its characters.

Awful Character Development

Character development is virtually nonexistent. The protagonist doesn’t grow or face meaningful internal struggles, and the supporting characters remain one-dimensional throughout the series. Emotional moments feel forced, and relationships lack genuine chemistry, making it hard to care about any of the interactions.

Conclusion

"Jitsu wa Ore, Saikyou deshita?" is a glaring example of missed potential. It fails to provide engaging storytelling, compelling characters, or exciting action—all staples of the isekai genre. If you’re looking for a relaxing or even mildly entertaining anime in another world, this is not the series for you. With its poor story, disappointing fight scenes, and lack of character development, it ultimately feels like a waste of time. Unless you’re a die-hard fan of the genre with no other options, this anime is best avoided.

Sasaki to Pii-chan had me hooked at first! An everyday guy getting sucked into another world with a talking bird? Sign me up! But man, after a while, it felt like the story just got lost.

It introduced a bunch of cool ideas – psychics, magic, even magical girls! – but then it never really did anything with them. All these characters were floating around without a clear purpose, and Sasaki himself just kinda wandered from one thing to the next. It was like watching someone play a video game where they keep getting sidetracked by random quests and forget about the main story.

Don't get ... me wrong, the concept had a lot of potential. But for me, Sasaki to Pii-chan ended up being a 5 out of 10. It started with a bang but fizzled out without any direction.