“Shishou”
Okay, I had to look this word up cause I’m not very smart. She is the “checks notes” Deuteragonist. As another Anilist user pointed out, the hard carry. At first I didn’t like her character very much but as the show went on I couldn’t help but love her. She has such a pure personality. All she wants is to get stronger. No matter the cost. Plain and simple. Even though Shishou is with her, she is still capable of thinking for herself. She’s adorable and the faces she makes and the reactions she has to things made me laugh consistently. I’m also thankful that the writers kept more focus on her character as the show went on. Good job writers.
Amanda is a high ranking adventurer that gets introduced later in the show. Some might find it annoying that this anime only has like 3-4 memorable characters but I like when a show keeps its core cast smaller. It keeps my short attention span happy. She is an elf lady who is known as the protector of children. She consistently stalks Fran and Teacher and initially I was creeped out by this. But the writers tried their hardest to prove that she has no twisted intentions. Certain moments where she tries to convince Fran that she is her ally are quite hilarious.
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In the final episode she is revealed to have taken care of Fran’s parents and subsequently Fran herself after her parents were killed. I appreciate that type of reveal. It gives her character much needed substance.
I’m going to keep the rest of this review short and sweet. Again, with all my reviews thus far. I wish I had more of an intellectual thought process to more properly convey how I feel about this anime. While there’s only a handful of characters that leave a mark. The rest of the cast serves their purpose. Certain interactions between Fran and Shishou are quite wholesome to say the least. Fran’s encounters with the other adventurers lead to some rather comedic moments. I honestly really don’t have anything horrible to say about this anime. The overall presentation of it is consistent and pretty well thought out. It is predictable at times but it is an Isekai so I can't expect much more. The art and animation are nice. The studio C2C did a fine job and it’s a pleasure to watch. The fight scenes are flashy and build up and payoff are quite satisfying. I do wish the darker elements were more touched upon. Some points about slavery and the Black Cat Clan's rivalry with the Blue Cats for instance. We get glimpses of it but it never really goes in too deep. I would also have appreciated more world building. But that's just me. Nothing about it feels like a waste of time. Certain plot elements and gags don't overstay their welcome I feel. I find the soundtrack to be fun and it fits the show well. I'd say the only other qualms I have is certain scenes might be a tad unnecessary. When Fran wants to try new magic and Teacher tries to stop her from using as to not give away how strong they've become is not needed. She ends up using the new skill later on anyway. It's just like, fuck it. Blow everyone's minds. Show them how bad ass you are, how much potential you have. But as we see Fran ends up doing what she wants which is funny as is. I would also like to agree that Fran and Shishou talking via telepathy really isn't necessary in certain instances. I'm trying to be honest with my thoughts here. I'm a little late to the party I know. I don't want to take credit for certain things because I understand a reviewer before me said it first. I just wanted to add my input. It is definitely above average and I quite enjoyed it. Nothing too special but a solid effort nonetheless.. I’m glad season 2 was announced because I will for sure tune in for it when it releases! I shall leave you with a few adorable gifs of Fran and allow you to be on your way. Thanks for reading!
