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Feb 27, 6:53 PM
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Feb 2025
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I love her gift giving despite lack of reading others. Only people who watched enough of a certain anime type can understand why she comments on diets and such.
Mar 1, 5:47 PM
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Feb 2023
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What a beautiful settings and story.
Mar 2, 6:12 AM
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Oct 2019
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the people trusted Himmel, Himmel put all of his trust in Frieren <3
Mar 10, 9:19 PM

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The corrupt priest dude is dead by this point and Fern and Frieren must continue with their travels so they head into town. I didn't mention this in my last two posts but i think the two like Intro And outro OST for this anime are amazing on par with that of like Vinland saga and Vinland saga is a very nostalgic anime for me because it was during the happiest period of my life i watch it i think so even getting to relive those memories for a moment is really nice. Those bandits i thought were going to like try and hurt Frieren but they turned out to just be chill dudes and helped Frieren find that dessert spot and give Fern a Happy birthday. In this episode we also got our first proper fight scene with like this beast thing demon seal is about to be broken and Frieren has to come in and save the day, very typical fantasy anime content but Frieren kills it without much issue so congrats to Frieren i guess. Also Frieren apparently had her skirt flipped by the mayor decades ago don't know what that serves to the plot but we know that now.
Mar 12, 11:44 PM
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Mar 2023
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everything so fire
Mar 28, 4:41 PM
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May 2020
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first demon fight we get to see and it looked like it was another day at the office for frieren and fern there. also makes sense that humans made rapid developments with regards to defence and attack magic, that's how a society works
Mar 30, 5:47 AM

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Jun 2017
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what a cruel twist of fate .Dying to the very spell which you once developed.The battle visuals were amazing .It was not over the top like a shounen nor a boring chore .
It warms my heart how her journey is ode to her previous comrades.She is slowly and surely changing receptive of Fren and others around
Mar 30, 5:54 AM

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Jun 2017
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Reply to Spast1c
The corrupt priest dude is dead by this point and Fern and Frieren must continue with their travels so they head into town. I didn't mention this in my last two posts but i think the two like Intro And outro OST for this anime are amazing on par with that of like Vinland saga and Vinland saga is a very nostalgic anime for me because it was during the happiest period of my life i watch it i think so even getting to relive those memories for a moment is really nice. Those bandits i thought were going to like try and hurt Frieren but they turned out to just be chill dudes and helped Frieren find that dessert spot and give Fern a Happy birthday. In this episode we also got our first proper fight scene with like this beast thing demon seal is about to be broken and Frieren has to come in and save the day, very typical fantasy anime content but Frieren kills it without much issue so congrats to Frieren i guess. Also Frieren apparently had her skirt flipped by the mayor decades ago don't know what that serves to the plot but we know that now.
Spast1c said:
The corrupt priest dude is dead by this point

If by corrupt priest you mean Heiter then he died prior Fren and Frieren ventured out .The two paid respect by pouring wine over his gravestone
Mar 31, 12:09 AM

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Spast1c said:
The corrupt priest dude is dead by this point

If by corrupt priest you mean Heiter then he died prior Fren and Frieren ventured out .The two paid respect by pouring wine over his gravestone
@bakakisima Ah my fault
Mar 31, 9:28 PM
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Mar 2025
3
Lo mismo con el 2 solo que mejor
Apr 2, 12:30 AM
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Apr 2024
12
Third episode is a 7/10, the first two were just absolutely perfect, while this one doesn't deliver the same emotional highs but offers good character work, some touching flashbacks and an entertaining first proper battle scene.
Apr 7, 8:09 PM
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Mar 2025
1
Great Watch as a new Anime.
Apr 7, 9:01 PM
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Mar 2025
1
interesting, the ending was also good
Apr 11, 1:10 AM
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Aug 2020
10
great .... the scenery and the drawings are just unmatched . Even the magic and everything as well .
Apr 16, 4:31 PM
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Oct 2019
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Bittersweet stuff
Apr 17, 1:54 AM
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Sep 2024
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time has the core power to defeat us. We all are knights of our own period, but we couldn't stand against time during our entire lifespan.
Apr 18, 9:24 AM
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Jan 2025
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It’s not necessary to know someone personally to give them something. The important thing about a gift isn’t that it perfectly matches the recipient’s preferences but rather the effort to understand those preferences and give something we believe suits them. The intention behind gifting something to a loved one is what holds value, not the gift itself. This doesn’t mean that just anything can be given—making the effort to know and choose something meaningful for that person is what truly matters. Like everything in life, it’s the effort put in that counts.
Apr 20, 5:15 AM

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Oct 2023
181
Imagine getting wiped out by your own magnus opus. Truly hilarious lol. This episode is my favorite so far with not just the dialogue carrying the episode, but the action also being impressive (though short) and well explained. A great episode for sure :D
Apr 30, 12:34 PM

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Apr 2017
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Fern is learning fast, and she's already 16! They grow up so fast! ๐Ÿฅน
May 7, 4:11 PM

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Apr 2025
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A very sweet episode. Still slow paced which is relaxing because allows the viewer to absorb the nuances of the story better. No deaths of old friends this time around, but they do get to see what 80 years does to the art of magic and to a six year old brat. This show is slowly becoming a favorite.
May 25, 11:29 AM
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Jul 2018
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How did this anime become #1? Maybe I’m judging too early, right? But seriously, up to now, the anime hasn’t offered anything noteworthy—just a mysterious story, dead characters, and no real hook that draws me in. I mean… what am I supposed to do for Frieren? She misses Himmel—okay, so should I cry or what?

Anyway, the sweetest part of the episode was when Frieren remembered Fern’s birthday. Let’s move on to episode four.
Jun 3, 8:38 AM
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Dec 2024
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best anime i ever watched
Jun 7, 8:37 PM
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Jan 2021
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Isn’t it strange to think that we live alongside so many people for years, and yet we know so little about some of them? Do you know your dad’s favorite food? Your mom’s? Your best friend’s? Your own?
Jun 10, 3:33 PM
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Jan 2024
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Imagine being woken up after 80 years just to get used for practice then no diffed smh
Jul 3, 11:35 AM
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Sep 2020
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I think it's cute how Frieren remembered Fern's birthday, and how she went out of her way to buy her a gift. Again, the soundtrack of this anime is amazing; something as small as a short training scene was so hyped with the percussion and woodwinds playing in the back. The show looks so beautiful and wholesome so far. Frieren is a great mentor, explaining the history of Zoltraak and giving Fern first-hand practice against Qual. The quote about how 80 years is a long time for humans really brings to light the differences between humans and elf lives.
Jul 14, 9:46 AM
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May 2024
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Seeing how magic progressed in this world was kinda cool.
Jul 20, 8:14 PM

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So this is gonna be an episodic slice-of-life about whats-her-name rediscovering her grandest adventure huh?



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Jul 22, 3:21 AM

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Such peaceful defensive magic! Fantastic story progression. Subtle changes in character aging and emotions.
On slowly decaying World's way...
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Aug 1, 4:54 AM

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Apr 2015
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Finally some action. Qual was an interesting character with only a few minutes of screen time.
Aug 6, 12:08 PM
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Dec 2024
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Good character development of both characters, the little combat shown is but little but significant, which goes with the whole theme of the show. 8.5/10
Aug 22, 12:14 AM

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After hearing so much about Frieren, here I am starting it on a whim.

Knowing nothing other than it dealt with a long-lived character, the passage of time, and various memetic images, I think I understand a bit of why it garnered such popularity. The main characters so far, Frieren and Fern, and quite stoic, but there are certain things that cause them to emote, making the show cute and charming in a subdued way.

I like that Frieren's stubborn and detached on the outside, but really cares for others on the inside. I'm reminded of Gandalf's quote, "A wizard is never late, nor is he early, he arrives precisely when he means to." She doesn't constantly hover over humans, she instead shows up only when it's necessary. I like that Fern tries to be serious and straightforward, but isn't above things like getting flustered over Frieren secretly acquiring sweets. I recall this show being described to me as super chill, but has shades of hardcore action, and I can see that here. I enjoy a good traveling anime, especially ones set in fantasy lands. It gives a sense of worldbuilding through the eyes of its characters, and I enjoy the slice of life aspect of characters just enjoying their lives in the company of nature and other people.

So far, nothing too grand or fanciful has happened, but I do like being able to watch and relax. If there's one thing I can compliment the show strongly on though, I appreciate its respect towards preserving the past, valuing the present, and not fretting too much over the future. The show strongly abides by the flow of time, and seldom have I seen an anime have its world age and grow. I'm reminded of things like Beast Tamer Erin and Allison & Lillia, and that's great company to have.
Aug 22, 5:38 PM
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Welp, there goes the anime I was watching that didnt had sexual harassment as jokes.
Aug 23, 9:16 PM

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Human adaptability eventually let humanity learn and grow from studying Zoltraak, advancing their magic and equipment. It's a cool in-universe way to show how humans raise the floor for their fight capabilities over time, but in retrospect, it's also a funny way to inadvertently explain powercreep in various MMOs and live service RPGs.
Sep 14, 7:49 PM
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Jul 2017
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still no plot, i hope it builds up to something
Sep 21, 4:10 AM

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Dec 2013
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Frieren celebrating Fern’s birthday was so sweet. I also loved the flashbacks about Himmel, it really made me feel sentimental.



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Oct 4, 12:04 AM
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Oct 2019
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The pace seems so slow but it feels so nice. It feels so much longer than 24 mins but in a good way. I'm constantly being surprised by this anime.
Oct 6, 11:08 AM

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Jan 2024
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I liked how Frireren perished the Zootrak or whatever hih name was.
Oct 7, 1:06 PM
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Oct 2021
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Man, I I don't really know. This is like supposed supposed to be the great episode that changes my mind about the show and yet I felt nothing. In all honesty, I think the show is inherently inconsistent with what is trying to say with immortality and fleeting human moments as themes… they conflict each other over and over again and hence all I can say for now is that I am thoroughly so unimpressed. The animation and music are definitely as consistent enough to give it glory but aside that I find myself circling back to questions about the personality of the elf that just don't add up.
Oct 15, 10:03 PM

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i really love frieren and ferns relationship
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Oct 17, 9:48 AM
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Dec 2015
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The setting of their world and everything in it is so interesting, but Frieren being so emotionless is killing it. Thankfully Fern helps with that a bit.
Nov 3, 9:37 AM
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Jul 2025
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I like the expanding magic system. Someone put much thoughts into this
Nov 5, 10:43 AM
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Nov 21, 5:04 PM
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EVERYTHING ON THIS ANIME IS PERFECT
Nov 21, 6:28 PM

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Frieren is such an awkward person, but at least she’s genuinely trying. I’ll never understand how anyone forgets their own birthday, though. It should’ve been pretty obvious to Fern that Frieren was trying to find her a present.

Also, the bar scene cracked me up. A whole room full of rugged, mohawk-wearing tough guys… who also happen to be dessert connoisseurs.

And wow, human development really can be absurdly fast. Poor Qual. His killing magic went from cutting-edge to completely outdated way faster than he could’ve ever anticipated.
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