Log Horizon Episode 1: The Apocalypse
Canon/HIGH

OSHIMETER

9.9

9 Fans

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Log Horizon Episode 1: The Apocalypse

Canon/HIGH
← Prev: EPNext: EP 2 →

OSHIMETER

9.9

9 Fans

5star
4star
3star
2star
1star
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

dvinter's avatar
dvinter
VerifiedVerified

A fun start of an isekai anime. We get introduced to our main character, Shiro, which is surprisingly isn't as OP as I thought he'll be with his ragtag group of players. The animation might not be on a sakuga level, but it's good enough that I want to keep watching. But after this introduction, what I want to see more are the characters, they're shrouded in mystery right now, but I hope they'll give us more down the line!

carll's avatar
carll
Nice Opener on early episode thousands of players dont know what really happen inside Elder Tale and Shiroe figuring sh*t out what to do. hahahahah didnt expect this anime MMORPG game.
kelvinkow99's avatar
kelvinkow99
For those who enjoy a MMORPG game, this is a must watch. Although the pacing is a bit slow but it's quite enjoyable as Shiroe and his friends are trying to figure out the game mechanics that have changed, testing the world’s rules and so on in Elder Tale.
jebii's avatar
jebii
Great OST! Clean animation and effects. The pacing was really great as it there’s already action in the first episode. I liked how they made this intro episode not a boring one. Just a quick explanation was enough for us to get interested to this game-like isekai genre.
panjiriang's avatar
panjiriang
Without wasting your time, it immediately introduces you to the virtual world of Elder Tale and the whole player-trapped-inside-the-game thing very nicely. Also it introduces us to the key character rather quickly, such as Shiroe, Naotsugu and Akatsuki.
dphillipsintoro's avatar
dphillipsintoro
This episode starts off really fast paced. Casts was introduced really early into the show while also gave us the foundation for our world building. Next up on the list is the soundtracks, the opening feels it hit the nail in the coffin based off of the vibes that were given.
mdarhamkhan239's avatar
mdarhamkhan239
No one panics, they just sit there, trying to understand what life means now. The danger isn’t dying, it’s living here forever. Small things feel strange, people feel distant, and choices suddenly matter more. Less a game start, more a quiet
jaibor's avatar
jaibor
This nails the horror of game mechanics becoming reality. Players discover food tastes like wet cardboard, death has consequences, and NPCs might be sentient. Shiroe's analysis contrasts beautifully with Akihabara's descending chaos. Strong hook for the survival politics ahead.
lordofheroes's avatar
lordofheroes

EPISODE CONTEXT

As the first of twenty-five episodes, 'The Apocalypse' serves purely as foundation — establishing the core trio of Shiroe, Naotsugu, and Akatsuki while laying out the rules of their trapped existence inside Elder Tale. The premiere prioritizes world logic and character dynamics over immediate conflict, setting the stage for a season that will progressively shift from personal survival toward large-scale political and social challenges within the game world.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

As the first of twenty-five episodes, 'The Apocalypse' serves purely as foundation — establishing the core trio of Shiroe, Naotsugu, and Akatsuki while laying out the rules of their trapped existence inside Elder Tale. The premiere prioritizes world logic and character dynamics over immediate conflict, setting the stage for a season that will progressively shift from personal survival toward large-scale political and social challenges within the game world.

QUICK TAKES

dvinter's avatar
dvinter
VerifiedVerified

A fun start of an isekai anime. We get introduced to our main character, Shiro, which is surprisingly isn't as OP as I thought he'll be with his ragtag group of players. The animation might not be on a sakuga level, but it's good enough that I want to keep watching. But after this introduction, what I want to see more are the characters, they're shrouded in mystery right now, but I hope they'll give us more down the line!

carll's avatar
carll
Nice Opener on early episode thousands of players dont know what really happen inside Elder Tale and Shiroe figuring sh*t out what to do. hahahahah didnt expect this anime MMORPG game.
kelvinkow99's avatar
kelvinkow99
For those who enjoy a MMORPG game, this is a must watch. Although the pacing is a bit slow but it's quite enjoyable as Shiroe and his friends are trying to figure out the game mechanics that have changed, testing the world’s rules and so on in Elder Tale.
jebii's avatar
jebii
Great OST! Clean animation and effects. The pacing was really great as it there’s already action in the first episode. I liked how they made this intro episode not a boring one. Just a quick explanation was enough for us to get interested to this game-like isekai genre.
panjiriang's avatar
panjiriang
Without wasting your time, it immediately introduces you to the virtual world of Elder Tale and the whole player-trapped-inside-the-game thing very nicely. Also it introduces us to the key character rather quickly, such as Shiroe, Naotsugu and Akatsuki.
dphillipsintoro's avatar
dphillipsintoro
This episode starts off really fast paced. Casts was introduced really early into the show while also gave us the foundation for our world building. Next up on the list is the soundtracks, the opening feels it hit the nail in the coffin based off of the vibes that were given.
mdarhamkhan239's avatar
mdarhamkhan239
No one panics, they just sit there, trying to understand what life means now. The danger isn’t dying, it’s living here forever. Small things feel strange, people feel distant, and choices suddenly matter more. Less a game start, more a quiet
jaibor's avatar
jaibor
This nails the horror of game mechanics becoming reality. Players discover food tastes like wet cardboard, death has consequences, and NPCs might be sentient. Shiroe's analysis contrasts beautifully with Akihabara's descending chaos. Strong hook for the survival politics ahead.
lordofheroes's avatar
lordofheroes

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©橙乃ままれ・KADOKAWA／NHK・NEP

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com