Prétear: The New Legend of Snow White Episode 5: The Smile of Darkness
Oshimeter
3 Ratings
EPISODE REVIEWS

Well, this episode provides a much more engaging experience, as it renders a deeper foundation for the core substance of where this storyline is headed. Aside from the increasingly better progression, the dynamic synergy takes a very compelling approach that essentially uplifts the subtle romantic tone of this series, making your heart flutter while watching.

This episode turns out to be more serious than the previous ones. Himeno has a sinister nightmare, and Hayato, in his own way, tries to look after her. Little by little, their relationship seems to be improving, and it even appears that their feelings are becoming much more intense, which I find rather rushed. Finally, the evil Fenrir makes her appearance and begins to cause problems directly for Himeno. It seems she knows Hayato, and it's hinted in the warnings she gives Himeno that there are things that aren't being said.

Un episodio que cambia completamente el tono de los episodios anteriores y la estructura que venían teniendo, para presentarnos una atmosfera mucho más tensa y psicológica. El enfrentamiento ya no resume en una batalla rápida con un monstruo sino un ataque psicológico a la cordura de la protagonista, escalando el drama de este anime. Hayate también obtiene buen desarrollo y su vínculo con Himeno se hace más fuerte al adoptar un rol protector. Lo que me gusta de este tipo de animes es el dinamismo con el que son capaces de cambiar de tono y crear una trama más oscura que lo que aparenta en un principio.



