That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 Episode 1: Demons and Strategies
Manga chapter 87-88
Canon/MED
OSHIMETER
8.8
24 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
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That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 Episode 1: Demons and Strategies
Manga chapter 87-88
Canon/MED
← Prev: EPNext: EP 2 →
OSHIMETER
8.8
24 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
READTHROUGH
QUICK TAKES
thekindneighbor
Verifieddiablo looking absolutely FOINE while carrying the entire episode on his back is exactly what i needed
homotron3799
VerifiedI cannot believe we waited this long just to watch everyone SIT AROUND A CONFERENCE TABLE WHAT THE HELL ARE THEY DOING
28181883
Verifiedthe premiere heavily prioritizes diplomatic strategy over action, establishing a massive shift in the geopolitical landscape of the series.
marin_coser
VerifiedDiablo casually suggesting extreme solutions while everyone else tries to stay diplomatic is the real highlight. Politics with a side of “we could destroy them if needed.”
nekokurarisu
VerifiedThis episode is basically “meeting impact.” Everyone’s reacting to Rimuru like he just dropped a nuke on the power balance. Slow, but the stakes? Way higher now which is perfect for world building
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedRimuru’s glow-up to Demon Lord status shifts the whole world’s tone. Less action, more strategy but the tension is REALLLL
reirei
VerifiedWhat a great way to open the new season by focusing more on politics after the war with Falmuth. Diablo was especially impressive with his intelligence and presence in this episode.
katana
VerifiedThis episode felt more focused on dealing with the aftermath of the previous season. It was dialogue-driven but still very important. Overall, it was a solid and meaningful way to open the new season.
sandaime
VerifiedMan, Falmuth’s people were really annoying, lol. Diablo was absolutely awesome here, though. The world-building is insane, and I really enjoyed the politics and strategic discussions throughout the episode.
gorlock332
VerifiedThis episode was anticlimactic as a season opener lmao, but was entertaining enough to keep interest. The shifts in politics and relations was nerve-wracking! Razen or whatever his name was was rage-baiting too, the show makes them so obviously horrible people.
eatingsocks
VerifiedDiablo's loyalty to Rimuru is unmatched! He will definitely be a prominent ally in his party for the future. Not only was he well-versed in the meeting with the king, but also managed to negotiate such an insane amount.
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedThis episode was way more dialogue heavy in contrast to the previous season, opening with lighthearted scenes and later emphasizing the political side of RImuru's empire and relations with Falmuth. Their meeting was intense, but was lacking in action and execution imo.
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedOP slaps! On top of all that politics, it doesn't feel too heavy bc of the comedic stuff. It's one of the best features this anime's ever done and is still doing
hellozaworldo
VerifiedThe world-building is the best in this anime istg uurghhh. Dialogue-driven episode but it's as engaging as ever. It's so satisfying whenever Rimuru achieves a new milestone
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedStrong start for the series! The recap and aftermath are done right. Amazing performance by Diablo too. Perfect balance of pressure and comedy.
varunvg1508
VerifiedI can never get enough of this anime. What a start, even the idle chatter is more entertaining than most shows. Great pacing, great world building, just speechless. And Diablo is simply OP. more bloodshed is coming and can't wait to see rimuru in action
senkei
VerifiedLet’s go, one of my favorite series ever. VERY EXCITED. We pick up right after last season’s climax. The dynamics are still there, feels almost nostalgic. Politics take the spotlight, which was expected. The whole episode works as a catch-up and setup, key for what’s coming next.
jeysxjeys
VerifiedThe anime started as lovely and peaceful, but then Diablo entered the picture. He is terrifying, but I'm glad he's on Rimuru's side. The animation style remains the same as in the previous episode. The pacing is also balanced. Good way to start the season.
missitachi96
VerifiedRecap of the pervious season and dealing with political fall out, not an action episode. The comedy moments are funny and the unmatched loyalty of the people following Rimuru is peak. Starting for the season with a great pace.
frostsincere
VerifiedI think it's kind of good to start the new season. Diablo's loyalty is really unmatched; my man has an obsession with loyalty haha. The animation is good and i think the pacing is kind of a little bit fast for the opening of the season.
EPISODE CONTEXT
As Episode 1 of 24, 'Demons and Strategies' serves as the direct aftermath of Season 2's climactic Walpurgis arc and Rimuru's takedown of Demon Lord Clayman, transitioning the series from survival-mode conflict into the complex realities of governing an expanding nation. This premiere establishes the political groundwork and key power dynamics — particularly Rimuru's relationship with Diablo and the Falmuth situation — that will likely define the first major arc of the season. With a full 24-episode runway ahead, expect this measured opening to snowball into larger confrontations as the diplomatic landscape shifts.
READTHROUGH
QUICK TAKES
thekindneighbor
Verifieddiablo looking absolutely FOINE while carrying the entire episode on his back is exactly what i needed
homotron3799
VerifiedI cannot believe we waited this long just to watch everyone SIT AROUND A CONFERENCE TABLE WHAT THE HELL ARE THEY DOING
28181883
Verifiedthe premiere heavily prioritizes diplomatic strategy over action, establishing a massive shift in the geopolitical landscape of the series.
marin_coser
VerifiedDiablo casually suggesting extreme solutions while everyone else tries to stay diplomatic is the real highlight. Politics with a side of “we could destroy them if needed.”
nekokurarisu
VerifiedThis episode is basically “meeting impact.” Everyone’s reacting to Rimuru like he just dropped a nuke on the power balance. Slow, but the stakes? Way higher now which is perfect for world building
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedRimuru’s glow-up to Demon Lord status shifts the whole world’s tone. Less action, more strategy but the tension is REALLLL
reirei
VerifiedWhat a great way to open the new season by focusing more on politics after the war with Falmuth. Diablo was especially impressive with his intelligence and presence in this episode.
katana
VerifiedThis episode felt more focused on dealing with the aftermath of the previous season. It was dialogue-driven but still very important. Overall, it was a solid and meaningful way to open the new season.
sandaime
VerifiedMan, Falmuth’s people were really annoying, lol. Diablo was absolutely awesome here, though. The world-building is insane, and I really enjoyed the politics and strategic discussions throughout the episode.
gorlock332
VerifiedThis episode was anticlimactic as a season opener lmao, but was entertaining enough to keep interest. The shifts in politics and relations was nerve-wracking! Razen or whatever his name was was rage-baiting too, the show makes them so obviously horrible people.
eatingsocks
VerifiedDiablo's loyalty to Rimuru is unmatched! He will definitely be a prominent ally in his party for the future. Not only was he well-versed in the meeting with the king, but also managed to negotiate such an insane amount.
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedThis episode was way more dialogue heavy in contrast to the previous season, opening with lighthearted scenes and later emphasizing the political side of RImuru's empire and relations with Falmuth. Their meeting was intense, but was lacking in action and execution imo.
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedOP slaps! On top of all that politics, it doesn't feel too heavy bc of the comedic stuff. It's one of the best features this anime's ever done and is still doing
hellozaworldo
VerifiedThe world-building is the best in this anime istg uurghhh. Dialogue-driven episode but it's as engaging as ever. It's so satisfying whenever Rimuru achieves a new milestone
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedStrong start for the series! The recap and aftermath are done right. Amazing performance by Diablo too. Perfect balance of pressure and comedy.
varunvg1508
VerifiedI can never get enough of this anime. What a start, even the idle chatter is more entertaining than most shows. Great pacing, great world building, just speechless. And Diablo is simply OP. more bloodshed is coming and can't wait to see rimuru in action
senkei
VerifiedLet’s go, one of my favorite series ever. VERY EXCITED. We pick up right after last season’s climax. The dynamics are still there, feels almost nostalgic. Politics take the spotlight, which was expected. The whole episode works as a catch-up and setup, key for what’s coming next.
jeysxjeys
VerifiedThe anime started as lovely and peaceful, but then Diablo entered the picture. He is terrifying, but I'm glad he's on Rimuru's side. The animation style remains the same as in the previous episode. The pacing is also balanced. Good way to start the season.
missitachi96
VerifiedRecap of the pervious season and dealing with political fall out, not an action episode. The comedy moments are funny and the unmatched loyalty of the people following Rimuru is peak. Starting for the season with a great pace.
frostsincere
VerifiedI think it's kind of good to start the new season. Diablo's loyalty is really unmatched; my man has an obsession with loyalty haha. The animation is good and i think the pacing is kind of a little bit fast for the opening of the season.
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