Noblesse

And so the series ends, rather wholesomely? I was a bit surprised because of the amount of violence we have gone through recently. Not complaining here, seems like everyone has a burden to bear in the story, and this battle is more of an outlet for their frustrations than anything else. I must say this though, what a brave narrative decision for a finale. It's not what you'd expect, but a very welcome one indeed.

What I really appreciate about this show is the consistency of the power hierarchy; they never seem to miss the chance to show how this character is unable to beat this one and vice versa. Anyways, this seems to be a running theme of this anime, but it's done so very well. And now the final battle is approaching, and it's time to buckle up.

This is the buildup for what seems to be an epic clash at the conclusion of this season. We are given the motivations of each participant in that decisive battle, including our main protagonist, which I think is already overdue, all things considered. The initial fight scenes already look promising; this would make a great payoff for viewers who followed the show since day one.

And now begins the last chapter of this season, they introduce new characters, make some "improvements" for established ones, and journey to a new location. To be honest, I still like the previous villain group more because of the potential impact they have on the story. But I'm down with any additional information about our main character though, so we'll see.

This episode concludes the flashback mini-arc, explaining how the relationship between two significant characters began and how they ended up in their current situation. Quite fascinating to see some of their personalities from the past and how they contrast with their present selves. Of course, we are teased with the repercussions of this reveal as the story moves on.

This flashback episode was way more interesting than it ought to be, especially in explaining why one of the main characters became the person that he is at present. By the way he acted, you wouldn't assume a nuanced motivation from him, but I guess expect the unexpected. Anyways, another hype moment is in the wings next episode, let's see if it delivers.

Appreciate the fact that they had time to put in a breather episode amidst all the chaos that happened in the previous ones. It has a unique brand of humor, I can say, both somewhat light-hearted and awkward. The ending got a kick out of me, as I never knew it could be that emotionally thoughtful.

Um, no, I refuse to accept that Raskreia's father did the right thing. She didn't deserve to hold so much resentment over a misunderstanding. My girl's battle against Raziel is very good, but it's too short. It's a shame they didn't extend the episode so we could appreciate it more and the final resolution would feel more deserved. But it's still a very good episode, very moving.

This episode is pure parallel action, with several fights happening simultaneously. But hey're well-balanced; no fight feels unnecessary, even though Seira's battle doesn't get much screen time. By the way, Rai enters the scene with a scowl. Things just got serious.

Nah, I'm not going to think badly of the new Lord. She has every right to be angry, though her leadership methods are certainly rather choleric. Her antagonistic role feels more like unfair but inevitable drama. Aside from that, it's adorable to see how the opponents who became friends with Rai and Frankenstein are now looking to return the favor to those who offered them a home.

Man, take a hint! She doesn't like you! It's amazing how quickly Rael becomes such a despicable character. But he's still powerful, and the animation does a great job of showing how terrifying his speed is. Every time it appears out of nowhere, it's surprising. And now Rael can't hide from the nobles any longer.

Aside from the excellent action sequences, as always, this episode focuses on the relationship between Raizel and Frankenstein and how they came to cherish both their bond and the simple life they lead now. There are some very touching and heartwarming moments.

Don't ask certain old folks what they were doing during World War II, just like you wouldn't ask Frankenstein what he was doing before he met Rai. In this episode, we finally learn more about the nobles and Frankenstein's past, and we see a more fearsome side of him. But he's standing up for humanity, so I support him.

This episode is so innocent, lighthearted, and funny. A problem as human as wanting to confess your feelings to a girl turns out to be a challenge for a group of boys and the extraordinary beings who are their friends. Instant comedy. That's why the ending hurts like a punch to the gut.

Just when all seems lost, Rai arrives to do his thing. M-21 continues to develop as a character, and thanks to him, we now have new members in the house. A sweet ending despite all the horror that came before. Also, those fight scenes were amazing!

This episode is packed with action, tension, resolutions, and tons of blood. M-21 has an enormous burden on his shoulders: either honor the bonds of the past, or risk everything for the new ones he has made. The rock music for the fight scenes is a delight!!!

That was the best episode of the series yet; it went to the effort of giving us the best and most fluid animations in the show thus far. Additionally, the story became more tense and compelling as important bits of the lore started to come into light, providing us with more background information on certain characters. This chapter ends with a bang, and a new one begins. This should be fun.

That was a nice mix of action, drama, and character development in probably one of the most tense moments in the show yet. And if you think the earlier bouts were impressive, they just blew it all out of the water with this one. Moreso, they are teasing what should be the hypest moment in the course of this story, so stay tuned.

The tension in the air was prevalent throughout this episode. Even with the way they try to humanise the antagonists, you can't help but be a little wary that something is going to pop off soon. Also, a little bit of character development, surprisingly, from someone you would least expect it from. Let's see where this goes.

I appreciate the fact that this show has room for humor despite looking like it would be out of place in it; that's some remarkable narrative skill right there. And it also works by giving the cast much more personality than expected. As always, the fights were great and exhilarating, with some drama thrown in. Let's keep this momentum going next episode.