Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Episode 8: Frieren the Slayer
Manga chapter 23-24
Canon/MED
OSHIMETER
10.0
21 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Episode 8: Frieren the Slayer
Manga chapter 23-24
Canon/MED
OSHIMETER
10.0
21 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
READTHROUGH
QUICK TAKES
aecdine
VerifiedThe episode was also effective in showing the difference between humans and demons. While humans can be easily deceived by words and emotions, it showed that there is a deeper reason why Frieren does not trust demons.
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedThe action scenes are so detailed that even the tiny things can be spotted, like Stark still trembling. That frame of Fern and the moon + Frieren's parallel gave me goosebumps!
hellozaworldo
VerifiedWe can get a glimpse of how strong Frieren is here. But that cliffhanger was something else. What an insane hype builder!
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedWow this episode felt long but only 20 minutes have passed. And I mean that in the best way. You can feel the length of the dialogues but not to the point that it feels draggy. And the action scenes are top tier too
vanmoerij
VerifiedThe title drop in this episode gave me chills! Seeing Fern handle herself while Frieren stays absolutely calm in prison was so cool. You really start to see why the demons are so scared of her. The action is smooth, but the way she outsmarts them is the best part.
j_k_c
VerifiedEven without her staff Frieren is still strong.
I was wondering though, why didn't fern also cast the magic to walk on water on Stark? My guess is, she was mad about the handkerchief earlier.
The ending was a cliffhanger, Frieren was definitely aura farming on that scene
I was wondering though, why didn't fern also cast the magic to walk on water on Stark? My guess is, she was mad about the handkerchief earlier.
The ending was a cliffhanger, Frieren was definitely aura farming on that scene
mazel
Wow, this is the first time I saw Frieren's strength. Didn't know she could do that without the staff. Stark begging Frieren to help is too funny. Finally, getting to the interesting part after 8 episodes. Frieren's aura farming 🤣🤣.
ffffaiz
Great episode to watch, foreshadowing how strong Frieren is and even foreshadowing Ferns abilities in magic. Chills looking at what Frieren could actually do in a battlefield.
pendragon
This episode was quiet but kinda powerful. Seeing Fern learn something new and Frieren guiding her without saying much… it’s subtle but satisfying. I didn’t realize I could feel this much about just a little lesson.
tairue
The fight against the demons were amazing. I loved the sound of the axes clashing and the smooth and fluid combat. The moment Frieren revealed her stance against the demons was a strong turning point, it made me realize the cold reality of her long life.
2piangky
Lugner abilities is overpower it seems he cannot be beaten good introduction about the villain. impressive episode
damsunshine
The story progression is handled very well in this episode. It opens with light comedy and gradually shifts from a calm pace into something genuinely tense, which made the experience more intense than expected. The transition feels smooth, and I did not realize how eps end.
verakristinalou
An episode introducing what sort of existence Frieren is to the demons. A great build up episode for what is to come in the following episode showing the capabilities of the characters involved but leaves one unknown which increases expectations. Soundtracks are bang on, body languages are fluid, and the narration gives you goosbumps.
katana
That's a peak episode as it showcases how Fieren was a legendary mage that she was dubbed as a Slayer.
Also, Fern and Stark being a duo was awesome 🔥
Also, Fern and Stark being a duo was awesome 🔥
wongchuan123
Peak 😩😩🔥🔥
darkking716
Verifiedkaurukosan
tys5243
henryyy
lex_labo
EPISODE CONTEXT
Sitting roughly a quarter into the 28-episode run, Episode 8 pivots from the more contemplative early chapters into a higher-stakes phase of the narrative. It follows the fairy-tale-tinged encounters of Episode 7 and directly sets the stage for 'Aura the Guillotine' in Episode 9, making it a critical escalation point. This stretch represents the first major test of the party's cohesion and combat readiness, deepening the season's momentum heading into its next act.
READTHROUGH
QUICK TAKES
aecdine
VerifiedThe episode was also effective in showing the difference between humans and demons. While humans can be easily deceived by words and emotions, it showed that there is a deeper reason why Frieren does not trust demons.
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedThe action scenes are so detailed that even the tiny things can be spotted, like Stark still trembling. That frame of Fern and the moon + Frieren's parallel gave me goosebumps!
hellozaworldo
VerifiedWe can get a glimpse of how strong Frieren is here. But that cliffhanger was something else. What an insane hype builder!
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedWow this episode felt long but only 20 minutes have passed. And I mean that in the best way. You can feel the length of the dialogues but not to the point that it feels draggy. And the action scenes are top tier too
vanmoerij
VerifiedThe title drop in this episode gave me chills! Seeing Fern handle herself while Frieren stays absolutely calm in prison was so cool. You really start to see why the demons are so scared of her. The action is smooth, but the way she outsmarts them is the best part.
j_k_c
VerifiedEven without her staff Frieren is still strong.
I was wondering though, why didn't fern also cast the magic to walk on water on Stark? My guess is, she was mad about the handkerchief earlier.
The ending was a cliffhanger, Frieren was definitely aura farming on that scene
I was wondering though, why didn't fern also cast the magic to walk on water on Stark? My guess is, she was mad about the handkerchief earlier.
The ending was a cliffhanger, Frieren was definitely aura farming on that scene
mazel
Wow, this is the first time I saw Frieren's strength. Didn't know she could do that without the staff. Stark begging Frieren to help is too funny. Finally, getting to the interesting part after 8 episodes. Frieren's aura farming 🤣🤣.
ffffaiz
Great episode to watch, foreshadowing how strong Frieren is and even foreshadowing Ferns abilities in magic. Chills looking at what Frieren could actually do in a battlefield.
pendragon
This episode was quiet but kinda powerful. Seeing Fern learn something new and Frieren guiding her without saying much… it’s subtle but satisfying. I didn’t realize I could feel this much about just a little lesson.
tairue
The fight against the demons were amazing. I loved the sound of the axes clashing and the smooth and fluid combat. The moment Frieren revealed her stance against the demons was a strong turning point, it made me realize the cold reality of her long life.
2piangky
Lugner abilities is overpower it seems he cannot be beaten good introduction about the villain. impressive episode
damsunshine
The story progression is handled very well in this episode. It opens with light comedy and gradually shifts from a calm pace into something genuinely tense, which made the experience more intense than expected. The transition feels smooth, and I did not realize how eps end.
verakristinalou
An episode introducing what sort of existence Frieren is to the demons. A great build up episode for what is to come in the following episode showing the capabilities of the characters involved but leaves one unknown which increases expectations. Soundtracks are bang on, body languages are fluid, and the narration gives you goosbumps.
katana
That's a peak episode as it showcases how Fieren was a legendary mage that she was dubbed as a Slayer.
Also, Fern and Stark being a duo was awesome 🔥
Also, Fern and Stark being a duo was awesome 🔥
wongchuan123
Peak 😩😩🔥🔥
darkking716
Verifiedkaurukosan
tys5243
henryyy
lex_labo
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