That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 Episode 12: The Preparation
Manga chapter 109-109
Canon/MED
OSHIMETER
9.3
20 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 Episode 12: The Preparation
Manga chapter 109-109
Canon/MED
OSHIMETER
9.3
20 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
QUICK TAKES
reirei
VerifiedThis was a slice-of-life, lighthearted episode focused on festival preparations. There wasn’t much conflict, but it laid out plans clearly and showed Rimuru scheming with Mjollmile again, lol.
katana
VerifiedAnother dialogue-driven episode, but it wasn’t boring at all. It focused on world-building while mixing in some hilarious moments, which kept it entertaining from start to finish.
sandaime
VerifiedNow we’re getting into planning for the festival. Nothing major happened, but it focused on expanding the world and Rimuru scheming for business profit again, which was still fun to watch.
thekindneighbor
Verifiedrimuru and his merchant bestie scheming for the festival is sooo wholesome
homotron3799
VerifiedEnding cour with more planning lmao Mjollmile and rimuru scheming is cute thooo, overall nice slice of life but anticlimactic in a way
28181883
Verifiedconcluding the first half with logistical planning rather than a dramatic conflict severely disrupts the narrative momentum......
hellozaworldo
VerifiedPreparations for the festival are coming together. New character permanently acquired, and Veldora's Japan fixation is hilariously coming to life more
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedThat was pretty fun, it feels like we're leveling up our social links here. Maintaining strong relationships is understandably important when it comes to building a nation. Lots of dialogue but the vibes are lighthearted
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedThis episode is another dialogue-heavy one, with Rimuru and Mjöllmile getting into the nitty gritty stuff about profit-making. Attention might drift but if this is your thing, you can see that the writing is very solid. Their comedic scheming makes it entertaining too
marin_coser
VerifiedLowkey enjoyed the calmer vibe. After all the tension before, just seeing Rimuru handle things normally again was kinda refreshing.
nekokurarisu
VerifiedVery dialogue-heavy episode. If you’re here for action, this probably won’t hit, but for world-building and setup it does its job. Still good overall
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedI like how Hinata is handled here. She doesn’t just switch sides instantly, she actually processes everything, which makes it feel more believable
eatingsocks
VerifiedAnother uneventful episode in terms of plot progression and advancement, but it feels like a much needed breather after so many things happened all at once. We are reminded of the many fun, upcoming activities/celebrations in Rimuru's region soon1
gorlock332
VerifiedNot much happens in this episode other than Rimuru speaking with some of his confidants, and building up for Tempest's next big event/venture. Their talks were very creative and showcased their friendship & charm, so it was entertaining enough
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedMjollmile is reintroduced in this episode to help launch another of RImuru's ventures. Their talks are always funny because of the marchant's reactions and inner thoughts. He's always so wholesome and has light-hearted scenes with RImuru.
varunvg1508
VerifiedBack to the world-building side. Now they’re planning a huge party and it’s actually exciting. This anime really has everything—action, lore, and world building. Can’t wait to see all the rulers meet.
senkei
VerifiedA big event is coming up, very Tempest-like. We catch up with other important characters. It’s funny how everything around Rimuru feels absurd to outsiders hahaha. Those two are really alike, great duo. The contrast here is insane. BWAHAHAHA, that reaction was out of this world.
missitachi96
VerifiedThe writers are pushing those pens, the setup and the dialogue feels seamless. And it is a lot of worldbuilding and setup, but you don't get bored or feel that it drags. They know how to hype up what is to come.
jeysxjeys
VerifiedWoah! A new opening and ending. And we're talking business. One way to catch my attention. I love it, two people talking about business. It's a world-building episode and a dialogue-heavy one, but I enjoy it the most. There are a few animation dips, but the pacing is good.
frostsincere
VerifiedThere's a lot of talking again in this episode. The tension shifts to more planning and preparation and there's no action here. It's calm and enjoyable. The anticipation is at peak.
EPISODE CONTEXT
Sitting at the exact halfway mark of the 24-episode season, 'The Preparation' pivots away from the diplomatic reconciliation and peace negotiations that dominated the preceding episodes, shifting the narrative firmly into nation-building and cultural celebration territory. This episode serves as a transitional bridge, consolidating the alliances forged through earlier political maneuvering while setting the stage for the festival arc that will likely drive the next stretch of episodes — and any complications that come with it.
QUICK TAKES
reirei
VerifiedThis was a slice-of-life, lighthearted episode focused on festival preparations. There wasn’t much conflict, but it laid out plans clearly and showed Rimuru scheming with Mjollmile again, lol.
katana
VerifiedAnother dialogue-driven episode, but it wasn’t boring at all. It focused on world-building while mixing in some hilarious moments, which kept it entertaining from start to finish.
sandaime
VerifiedNow we’re getting into planning for the festival. Nothing major happened, but it focused on expanding the world and Rimuru scheming for business profit again, which was still fun to watch.
thekindneighbor
Verifiedrimuru and his merchant bestie scheming for the festival is sooo wholesome
homotron3799
VerifiedEnding cour with more planning lmao Mjollmile and rimuru scheming is cute thooo, overall nice slice of life but anticlimactic in a way
28181883
Verifiedconcluding the first half with logistical planning rather than a dramatic conflict severely disrupts the narrative momentum......
hellozaworldo
VerifiedPreparations for the festival are coming together. New character permanently acquired, and Veldora's Japan fixation is hilariously coming to life more
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedThat was pretty fun, it feels like we're leveling up our social links here. Maintaining strong relationships is understandably important when it comes to building a nation. Lots of dialogue but the vibes are lighthearted
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedThis episode is another dialogue-heavy one, with Rimuru and Mjöllmile getting into the nitty gritty stuff about profit-making. Attention might drift but if this is your thing, you can see that the writing is very solid. Their comedic scheming makes it entertaining too
marin_coser
VerifiedLowkey enjoyed the calmer vibe. After all the tension before, just seeing Rimuru handle things normally again was kinda refreshing.
nekokurarisu
VerifiedVery dialogue-heavy episode. If you’re here for action, this probably won’t hit, but for world-building and setup it does its job. Still good overall
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedI like how Hinata is handled here. She doesn’t just switch sides instantly, she actually processes everything, which makes it feel more believable
eatingsocks
VerifiedAnother uneventful episode in terms of plot progression and advancement, but it feels like a much needed breather after so many things happened all at once. We are reminded of the many fun, upcoming activities/celebrations in Rimuru's region soon1
gorlock332
VerifiedNot much happens in this episode other than Rimuru speaking with some of his confidants, and building up for Tempest's next big event/venture. Their talks were very creative and showcased their friendship & charm, so it was entertaining enough
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedMjollmile is reintroduced in this episode to help launch another of RImuru's ventures. Their talks are always funny because of the marchant's reactions and inner thoughts. He's always so wholesome and has light-hearted scenes with RImuru.
varunvg1508
VerifiedBack to the world-building side. Now they’re planning a huge party and it’s actually exciting. This anime really has everything—action, lore, and world building. Can’t wait to see all the rulers meet.
senkei
VerifiedA big event is coming up, very Tempest-like. We catch up with other important characters. It’s funny how everything around Rimuru feels absurd to outsiders hahaha. Those two are really alike, great duo. The contrast here is insane. BWAHAHAHA, that reaction was out of this world.
missitachi96
VerifiedThe writers are pushing those pens, the setup and the dialogue feels seamless. And it is a lot of worldbuilding and setup, but you don't get bored or feel that it drags. They know how to hype up what is to come.
jeysxjeys
VerifiedWoah! A new opening and ending. And we're talking business. One way to catch my attention. I love it, two people talking about business. It's a world-building episode and a dialogue-heavy one, but I enjoy it the most. There are a few animation dips, but the pacing is good.
frostsincere
VerifiedThere's a lot of talking again in this episode. The tension shifts to more planning and preparation and there's no action here. It's calm and enjoyable. The anticipation is at peak.
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