Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Episode 20: Necessary Killing
Manga chapter 52-53
Canon/HIGH
OSHIMETER
10.0
20 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Episode 20: Necessary Killing
Manga chapter 52-53
Canon/HIGH
OSHIMETER
10.0
20 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
READTHROUGH
QUICK TAKES
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedWirbel's very interesting. On one angle, you could find him cold and annoying. But on the other hand, you can also find warmth despite first impressions. Looks like we're getting more action in the next episode. Can't wait~
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedThe aftermath of Fern's fight was both subtle and heavy. Istg the writing in this anime is as solid as ever. Even Wirbel and Denken look to be deep characters too
hellozaworldo
VerifiedLots of dialogue through the fight scenes but they are substantial to the plot, which makes everything flow smoothly. The age differences of the characters make the world-building more diverse
j_k_c
VerifiedWho would have thought that Wirbel is an actual softie and it seems like an old style of fighting beat the modern style, or maybe Fern was a genius all along. Although Denken already know who Frieren is, I'm interested in his bravado and looked forward to his 1v1 match.
vanmoerij
VerifiedFern’s flex in the opening was absolute peak, her mana suppression is getting scary. Serie just seating on her throne looks like an Elder Ring boss. I like how this episode showed contrast between the testers fighting and the proctors just vibing.
mazel
This Wirbel guy. I thought he's a maniac who loved killing. I guess you can't judge a book by it's cover lol 🤣🤣. A gentle guy, after all those smirks, and talk like an asshole 🤣.
ffffaiz
Great episode to watch. Every party would go at lengths to pass the first test, even if it means of fighting other parties to obtain the stille.
pendragon
This one feels gentle but heavy. Watching a character realize they’re not perfect and still keep going made me a little misty. It’s not dramatic, it just quietly lands that “we’re human” feeling. If you’re the type that gets in your head about these things, this one gets you.
2piangky
Amazing backstory of Wirbel and overpower Fern this episode has some funny scene and sheer luck I cant imagine how strong Fern really is. Also introducing over-powered god like mage to this episode very goose bump episode
tairue
The rivalry between the different teams was highly based. I liked the cracking of the earth, and the running of water. The tact manifested during the battle was an indicator that being a mage is not everything about power.
verakristinalou
Amazing episode with battles of wit, talent, and experience. They did not overflow us with information about each character by giving short flashbacks and rich conversations. A satisfying end to a battle but also cliffhanging the battle of our main protagonist making the viewers glued to their seat.
damsunshine
This episode focuses heavily on dialogue between the different parties, yet it is delivered clearly and effectively. The background music enhances each scene, making the overall experience engaging despite the slower pace.
katana
This episode prepares us for the oncoming fight! Not only that, we also got to see Fern's team fight with Ehre's team concluding.
Now, it was all hyped up, we get to see another fight!
Now, it was all hyped up, we get to see another fight!
charmystical
We get to meet Fern's party! Fern is so cooool. Actually, all of them are cool! They are strong fighting the 8th party. Wirbel from the 8th party, his character design, fit, sass, and, desire to fight. I think I'm gonna love him. Hahaha
darkking716
Verifiedkaurukosan
tys5243
henryyy
lex_labo
minitofu
EPISODE CONTEXT
Sitting at the midpoint of the second cour, Episode 20 escalates the ethical stakes established in Episode 19's strategic groundwork, shifting the first-class mage exam from tactical maneuvering into genuine ideological conflict. The moral fractures exposed here between key participants directly fuel the confrontations and character revelations coming in the exam's closing stretch. This is a pivotal turning point where the exam stops being about proving competence and starts revealing character.
READTHROUGH
QUICK TAKES
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedWirbel's very interesting. On one angle, you could find him cold and annoying. But on the other hand, you can also find warmth despite first impressions. Looks like we're getting more action in the next episode. Can't wait~
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedThe aftermath of Fern's fight was both subtle and heavy. Istg the writing in this anime is as solid as ever. Even Wirbel and Denken look to be deep characters too
hellozaworldo
VerifiedLots of dialogue through the fight scenes but they are substantial to the plot, which makes everything flow smoothly. The age differences of the characters make the world-building more diverse
j_k_c
VerifiedWho would have thought that Wirbel is an actual softie and it seems like an old style of fighting beat the modern style, or maybe Fern was a genius all along. Although Denken already know who Frieren is, I'm interested in his bravado and looked forward to his 1v1 match.
vanmoerij
VerifiedFern’s flex in the opening was absolute peak, her mana suppression is getting scary. Serie just seating on her throne looks like an Elder Ring boss. I like how this episode showed contrast between the testers fighting and the proctors just vibing.
mazel
This Wirbel guy. I thought he's a maniac who loved killing. I guess you can't judge a book by it's cover lol 🤣🤣. A gentle guy, after all those smirks, and talk like an asshole 🤣.
ffffaiz
Great episode to watch. Every party would go at lengths to pass the first test, even if it means of fighting other parties to obtain the stille.
pendragon
This one feels gentle but heavy. Watching a character realize they’re not perfect and still keep going made me a little misty. It’s not dramatic, it just quietly lands that “we’re human” feeling. If you’re the type that gets in your head about these things, this one gets you.
2piangky
Amazing backstory of Wirbel and overpower Fern this episode has some funny scene and sheer luck I cant imagine how strong Fern really is. Also introducing over-powered god like mage to this episode very goose bump episode
tairue
The rivalry between the different teams was highly based. I liked the cracking of the earth, and the running of water. The tact manifested during the battle was an indicator that being a mage is not everything about power.
verakristinalou
Amazing episode with battles of wit, talent, and experience. They did not overflow us with information about each character by giving short flashbacks and rich conversations. A satisfying end to a battle but also cliffhanging the battle of our main protagonist making the viewers glued to their seat.
damsunshine
This episode focuses heavily on dialogue between the different parties, yet it is delivered clearly and effectively. The background music enhances each scene, making the overall experience engaging despite the slower pace.
katana
This episode prepares us for the oncoming fight! Not only that, we also got to see Fern's team fight with Ehre's team concluding.
Now, it was all hyped up, we get to see another fight!
Now, it was all hyped up, we get to see another fight!
charmystical
We get to meet Fern's party! Fern is so cooool. Actually, all of them are cool! They are strong fighting the 8th party. Wirbel from the 8th party, his character design, fit, sass, and, desire to fight. I think I'm gonna love him. Hahaha
darkking716
Verifiedkaurukosan
tys5243
henryyy
lex_labo
minitofu
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