Disclaimer: This review goes over seasons 1 and 2. I heard there was a movie? and whether it’s cannon or not doesn’t matter, (I don’t know if it’s even real) it will not be included in this review. I also, will not be giving a summary of the story (like other reviews) because that’s lame and boring. There may or may not be spoilers (you’ll never know >:3), so I recommend you watch the show (duh) before reading. This review is just to go over why I liked the show and what aspects of the show resonated with me. That being said… If you expect to see anything other than my opinion, then you will be severely disappointed and I recommend you find another review, thanks :)

Oh, where to start? This show had quite a lot to unpack. For starters, the concept is fascinating, how it ties into the plot. It really pulls all the main events of the show together, but we’ll get to that later. First off, one thing I loved was how main events from each episode were used as lessons and how they were used to develop the characters and plot. It all seemed to tie everything together nicely. These important events seem bring up the reoccurring battle of past vs future (This might be a stretch so hear me out). What’s important is the past of individuals lives, how they effected the future of the plot. For example, Koro-sensei’s past with the grim reaper really shaped the outcome of the show (outcome being episode 24 of season 2). Koro-sensei’s act of teaching that small boy to become an assassin under his wing but not giving him his wanted attention at the same time. It sets the stones of what becomes of that boy, which all ties the plot together quite nicely, doesn’t it? While we’re on the topic, Koro-sensei really was one of the overall selling points for me. The uncertainty of how his foundations were laid really seems to let off a sense of distrust between Koro-sensi and the viewer. Yet at the same time he builds his own new foundations, it being with his students, which personally resonated with me as a viewer. It’s crazy to even think about it, a previously unknown being, one who shares his wisdom with Junior High students, even though he can destroy the planet. His motives on why seem unclear at first. Though, Koro-sensei really seems to bring that wisdom to the viewer too. There’s always a message you can take away from his lessons. It’s like he’s teaching us too. Which brings me on to my next selling point! One thing that I really adored about the show was the characters and the way they develop. The characters developed in a way that can relate to each individual characters as well as the viewer (in my case). Often providing insightful quotes with his lessons, it feels like she shares his wisdom with everyone, including me. That’s why I love this show, it balances the straightforward plot of assassination, along with insightful messages with means of teaching one to become better as a whole. Koro-sensei became more than a target, more than a foe. He became a true mentor. He started off as the enemy and shifted over the course of the show as a leader, a guardian you could say. This is blatantly apparent at the ending when they struggle to murder him despite being right under their fingertips. Something they’ve worked towards for years. What should have been a moment to savor, never seemed so bitter. This made the ending emotionally impactful for the characters and viewers (I genuinely cried for 10 minutes after that scene). For what started out as a straightforward goal of killing your teacher became a learning experience for students and teachers alike. From E class being shunned down on, to being “somewhat” looked up to, really highlights one of the many messages I picked up. Which is, the fact that sometimes what you originally want, isn’t always what you need.

Thanks for your time,
Timmycat9