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Today I will be talking today about one of the most feelings in a sense isekai anime Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World. I realize many people hear the title and scoff, “oh, another generic isekai fantasy with a hero whisked away to a parallel dimension,” but Re:Zero was so much more. It is not solely magic and battles, but a haunting account of sorrow, decisions, but most of all the knowledge to carry on when it seems too difficult.
This anime I rewatched recently and my thoughts are still as strong from the first time. Parts of it shattered me, some parts gave me chills and others filled a void inside of me that I still can comprehend. Here is an in-depth researching on this amazing series.
Anime Details
Title: Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World
Episodes: 25 (Season 1), 25 ((Season 2-Part 1 & Part-2))
Demographic: Seinen
Genre: Isekai, Drama, Psychological, Fantasy
Studio: White Fox
Writer (Light Novel): Tappei Nagatsuki
Director: Masaharu Watanabe
IMDb: 8.1/10
MyAnimeList: 8.2/10
My rating: 9.5/10
Basic Plot Story
The series follows a young boy — Subaru Natsuki, who got mysteriously teleported into this new unusual world. He is not overpowered, like the most of isekai heroes. He himself is incapable of battling as a warrior or even using magic like a wizard. His “power” is a horrific one — every time he dies, time loops back and he experiences the events over and over again.
Subaru initially believes this must be some sort of boon, but soon he understands how truly heavy and crushing this power really is. And every time that he disappoints, every time that the falls down, even if no one else remembers, the memories and pain stay with him as well. The story follows his endeavor to keep safe the half-elf girl Emilia, who he fell in love with, as well as how he makes friends. Each try, however, costs him more pain than he ever expected.
My Review
Starting Re:Zero I came in expecting a typical isekai adventure. But nope, I ended up with a heartbreaking shitshow of emotions that nearly destroyed my heart and soul. This anime even dares to shatter its own hero. Whether it be Subaru not being able to do anything, crying out, crumbling forever or even dying inside. But the magic is that he never fails to get back up, as many times as he gets knocked down.
What sets this anime apart is its characters. Emilia is a ray of light in Subaru's tragic, unrelenting dark journey, for her abundant kindness and innocence. Rems love and devotion struck me to the core, and do not get me started on her confessions episode, it makes my hackles go up just thinking about it. One of my favourites Beatrice, is a stubborn but caring individual. Every even the side characters have a Salting Cradle depth to them that really makes the story.
The animation White Fox is pretty to look at, particularly during action scenes. The chaotic battles with the heart wrenching deaths bring through a balance which simply captures your attention. The background music is another thing I loved; light melodies whenever someone cries and eerie tunes when tension rises. A few of the tracks have been sounding in my head long after watching.
Re:Zero is really good at slowing down and just dealing with trauma, which I appreciate more than anything else. It is not the case with a lot of anime where the characters here easily overpower you feel all his pain and suffering at every Death / Failure Subaru experience. And still, despite all of the hurt, there is an ever-so-faint glimmer of hope that fuels Subaru as well as what keeps US going.
My Opinion
Nihah,Re zero deserve a 9.5/10 for me. It’s almost a masterpiece. Personally, the only reason this is not a full 10 is that Subaru´s breakdowns are overdone at times and at some point during season 2, the pacing slows down a bit too much. With the emotional payoff, you can forgive these minor things, but it mares what could have been a near perfect series.
It is no ordinary story, not your usual fantasy and romance. It is about frail human nature, making mistakes, and the courage it takes to get back on your feet. Not as brawny or brilliant as some, he symbolizes something else — the determination to continue forward in a world that seems doomed. Because of that, I feel this is the anime that can connect with many people including me.
Season 2 Thoughts
The pain of Season 2 just hurt a little differently. Once Upon a Time Subaru Faced His Past, Regrets and Deepest Fears There were some episodes so dense with emotion, I had to pause and breath. It was a story that virtually eschewed vampires altogether in favor of the witches and its long-lost probable origins, and it birthed some of the single most heart-wrenching yet awe-inspiring moments in the annals of the programme.
That also means sniff, Rem fans — she has a sorely reduced presence in season 2 as well, but season 2 more than compensates with Emilia FINALLY getting some tremendous development. Seeing Emilia overcome challenges and embrace her own power was empowering. At the conclusion of season 2, I was emotionally spent, but it was worth it.
If you have not seen Re:Zero, please do not be deceived by the label isekai. This is more than just an anime, this show is something that will have you contemplating on life, and the choices we make and it will provide hope.
Final Words
Now at last I will end it off, Re:Zero is an anime which you cant just watch its a passage. It was a reminder that we are bravest when we hope even in our darkest hours. Perhaps Subaru's story is riddled with the most obscene amounts of emotional hardship, but there is also a sense of perseverance that resonates far beyond the end credits.
Therefore, looking for an anime to emotionally crush you but also test your patience and still leave you kind of happy, Re:zero is there for you.