That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 Episode 16: Benimaru's Ordeal
Manga chapter 116-117
Canon/HIGH
OSHIMETER
8.8
20 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 Episode 16: Benimaru's Ordeal
Manga chapter 116-117
Canon/HIGH
OSHIMETER
8.8
20 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
EPISODE REVIEWS
reirei
VerifiedThis episode was chaotic but a bit underwhelming for me, especially with Hakuro’s revelation. It felt like it was suddenly added just to give his character more depth, rather than being naturally built up.
katana
VerifiedThat family drama felt a bit anticlimactic. I was expecting something more emotional, but it didn’t really go that route. Still, it had its moments, even if it didn’t fully land for me.
sandaime
VerifiedThis episode was hilarious but also a bit overwhelming. I could practically feel Benimaru’s stress from here, lol. What a chaotic situation—it was entertaining in its own way. 🤣
thekindneighbor
Verifiedthe benimaru family drama was okay but honestly i am just waiting for the actual festival to start lol sorrybenimaru
28181883
Verifiedexecuting the daughter recognition plotline with zero flashback buildup makes the emotional beats feel entirely unearned and incredibly rushed
homotron3799
VerifiedWhy are we suddenly doing a rushed family side plot when the festival is right there???? Just START THE EVENT ALREADY
marin_coser
VerifiedRimuru managing alliances AND relationships? True leader arc
nekokurarisu
VerifiedThe Tengu negotiations felt more personal than political, nice character depth. Previous slow paced episodes paid off in this one
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedBenimaru getting hit with a political marriage proposal out of nowhere is wild. Loved this episode!
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedNo words men, this episode is crazy. Not only is the world-building solid and has real life parallels, that lore drop and the events after can be very thought-provoking too about what it entails for the future. Very big brain writing
hellozaworldo
VerifiedPure comedy gold with a nice balance of lore drop (which was INSANE). Didn't expect that from Hakuro. Benimaru is too pure for this world 🥹
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedThis may be the funniest episode in the entire season, I can't stop laughing at every turn omg. The writing and dialogue is full of twists but it doesn't feel forced at all. Unexpected lore drop too!
gorlock332
VerifiedThis episode had almost everything! From intense battle confrontations to negotiations and lighthearted character interactions. The funny scenes and character banter helped strike a good balance between the weighted topics of the first half.
eatingsocks
VerifiedMomiji's mom's backstory with Hakuro was more than unexpected! The world feels small seeing that the two even have the same fighting techniques. However, the conclusion with the Tengu was also unexpected? I guess that's one way to have a peace treaty.
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedSuch a tension-filled negotiation! Both sides were so on edge that a single trigger changed the tone completely. The Tengu introduced in this episode was fun to watch and have interesting culture! There seems to be weight on their traditions and fighting styles.
senkei
VerifiedWe might be shifting into a more central plot. I DID NOT EXPECT THAT. Huge twist for the future. It’s easy to forget how high the stakes are in every meeting, one mistake could ruin it all. Now Benimaru has a unique problem on his hands. Curious to see how it plays out HAHAHA.
varunvg1508
VerifiedOh are we getting a love rivalry over Benimaru 😂 He’s just too cool, calm and a solid leader. Momiji is strong as hell and that twist about everyone being connected was surprising. Things are getting interesting.
missitachi96
VerifiedMore talking than action this episode as well, but it is way lighter than previous episodes. This episode has a bit of everything comedy, action, and romance. But it is all set up so well, that you can see action and conflict to come.
jeysxjeys
VerifiedWe are being introduced to a new character, and we've unveiled something in this episode. Great world-building with unexpected friendly rivalry, which adds comedy to the episode.
frostsincere
VerifiedI think this highlight's Benimaru leadership. I kind of miss seeing him and now i see his serious side and how he handles responsibility. There's not a lot of action, but it adds more to Benimaru character.
EPISODE CONTEXT
Sitting at the two-thirds mark of the season, this episode follows the arrival of various delegations to Tempest and narrows focus onto the specific Tengu clan negotiations, deepening the diplomatic groundwork that has been building across recent episodes. It serves as a critical bridge episode — expanding Rimuru's sphere of influence and establishing new character relationships that will likely pay off in the season's final act. With eight episodes remaining, this alliance-building phase is clearly setting the stage for larger conflicts or power shifts ahead.
EPISODE REVIEWS
reirei
VerifiedThis episode was chaotic but a bit underwhelming for me, especially with Hakuro’s revelation. It felt like it was suddenly added just to give his character more depth, rather than being naturally built up.
katana
VerifiedThat family drama felt a bit anticlimactic. I was expecting something more emotional, but it didn’t really go that route. Still, it had its moments, even if it didn’t fully land for me.
sandaime
VerifiedThis episode was hilarious but also a bit overwhelming. I could practically feel Benimaru’s stress from here, lol. What a chaotic situation—it was entertaining in its own way. 🤣
thekindneighbor
Verifiedthe benimaru family drama was okay but honestly i am just waiting for the actual festival to start lol sorrybenimaru
28181883
Verifiedexecuting the daughter recognition plotline with zero flashback buildup makes the emotional beats feel entirely unearned and incredibly rushed
homotron3799
VerifiedWhy are we suddenly doing a rushed family side plot when the festival is right there???? Just START THE EVENT ALREADY
marin_coser
VerifiedRimuru managing alliances AND relationships? True leader arc
nekokurarisu
VerifiedThe Tengu negotiations felt more personal than political, nice character depth. Previous slow paced episodes paid off in this one
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedBenimaru getting hit with a political marriage proposal out of nowhere is wild. Loved this episode!
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedNo words men, this episode is crazy. Not only is the world-building solid and has real life parallels, that lore drop and the events after can be very thought-provoking too about what it entails for the future. Very big brain writing
hellozaworldo
VerifiedPure comedy gold with a nice balance of lore drop (which was INSANE). Didn't expect that from Hakuro. Benimaru is too pure for this world 🥹
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedThis may be the funniest episode in the entire season, I can't stop laughing at every turn omg. The writing and dialogue is full of twists but it doesn't feel forced at all. Unexpected lore drop too!
gorlock332
VerifiedThis episode had almost everything! From intense battle confrontations to negotiations and lighthearted character interactions. The funny scenes and character banter helped strike a good balance between the weighted topics of the first half.
eatingsocks
VerifiedMomiji's mom's backstory with Hakuro was more than unexpected! The world feels small seeing that the two even have the same fighting techniques. However, the conclusion with the Tengu was also unexpected? I guess that's one way to have a peace treaty.
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedSuch a tension-filled negotiation! Both sides were so on edge that a single trigger changed the tone completely. The Tengu introduced in this episode was fun to watch and have interesting culture! There seems to be weight on their traditions and fighting styles.
senkei
VerifiedWe might be shifting into a more central plot. I DID NOT EXPECT THAT. Huge twist for the future. It’s easy to forget how high the stakes are in every meeting, one mistake could ruin it all. Now Benimaru has a unique problem on his hands. Curious to see how it plays out HAHAHA.
varunvg1508
VerifiedOh are we getting a love rivalry over Benimaru 😂 He’s just too cool, calm and a solid leader. Momiji is strong as hell and that twist about everyone being connected was surprising. Things are getting interesting.
missitachi96
VerifiedMore talking than action this episode as well, but it is way lighter than previous episodes. This episode has a bit of everything comedy, action, and romance. But it is all set up so well, that you can see action and conflict to come.
jeysxjeys
VerifiedWe are being introduced to a new character, and we've unveiled something in this episode. Great world-building with unexpected friendly rivalry, which adds comedy to the episode.
frostsincere
VerifiedI think this highlight's Benimaru leadership. I kind of miss seeing him and now i see his serious side and how he handles responsibility. There's not a lot of action, but it adds more to Benimaru character.
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