That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 Episode 6: Those Approaching
Manga chapter 97-98
Canon/MED
OSHIMETER
9.0
20 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 Episode 6: Those Approaching
Manga chapter 97-98
Canon/MED
OSHIMETER
9.0
20 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
QUICK TAKES
thekindneighbor
Verifiedthat one scene focused on a painting because there was literally nothing else to animate yeah right well at least shuna and adalmann's dynamic is cute because the rest of this is putting me to sleep
homotron3799
VerifiedRock bottom. Static shots of paintings bc they cant animate. Shuna and adalmann are cute tho. Calm before storm is dragged I am genuinely losing my mind over how SLOW THIS BUILDUP IS
28181883
Verifiedthe visual execution hits an absolute low point, relying heavily on tight camera angles to avoid animating any actual movement.
reirei
VerifiedI’m really intrigued by these new faces and what’s been happening behind the scenes. I love how the story expands beyond the Tempest and Rimuru, giving a wider perspective and making the world feel more alive.
katana
VerifiedIt’s funny how everyone smoothly strategized without Rimuru, lol. It really shows how capable his people are. The characters continue to shine, and the world-building here remains consistently strong and engaging.
sandaime
VerifiedThis felt like a setup episode, laying out plans for what’s coming next. It was filled with careful strategies and tension, building anticipation and giving us something exciting to look forward to.
marin_coser
VerifiedIt’s dialogue-heavy without much variation in tone or visual payoff, so it can feel slow if you’re waiting for progression.
nekokurarisu
VerifiedThe tension is still well-controlled. You can feel both sides trying to avoid conflict while also slowly misunderstanding each other more.
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedThis is still very much a setup episode. A lot of careful discussion and positioning from both Tempest and the Church side. It’s not boring, but it’s clearly transition pacing. Still great overall though
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedRimuru did a great job cultivating his allies to the point of them being independent when roadblocks arise. And the insight and guidance he provides doesn't look like much but it's still needed and does a lot with raising morale :') I'm loving these talks
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedAlthough the pace feels dragged, realistically, you'll need another strategy session when something unexpected arises. Tensura does a great job portraying this. That last scene was definitely foreboding as another faction schemes in the shadows
hellozaworldo
VerifiedShuna has this certain charm that makes her dynamic with Adalmann entertaining to watch. It kinda makes me feel proud too that Benimaru and the others can handle things themselves without Rimuru haha
gorlock332
VerifiedGolly, things take off as a result of the previous episode. We get Rimuru and his allies' POVs and a new sinister group is introduced (probably for the next season) and some weird baby is giving advice to old guys?
eatingsocks
VerifiedEverything and everyone clash at once as Rimuru's altered message sets off a chain of events. I can honestly tell the next few episodes and battle with Hinata's group will feel frustrating as well because of their skewed sense of justice.
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedThe callback to Clayman's army skeleton dude felt fitting and is a great ally for RImuru! HIs insight will help the group make better strategic moves in future conflicts, alongside holy power (?) as he's a cardinal. Really convenient for the upcoming battle with the church
varunvg1508
VerifiedFinally action time! 😂 Feels like Rimuru isn’t even needed, his subordinates are carrying hard. Everything is moving smoothly, animation is on point and pacing is perfect. Been waiting for this kind of action 🔥
senkei
VerifiedThe pace picked up more than I expected, pretty exciting. Bonds are strengthening as we head toward the clash. The first move has been made, and now things are getting messy. Definitely building hype for what’s coming on the battlefield.
jeysxjeys
VerifiedMy guess is right, something is not adding up from the previous episode. This episode is a bit lore-heavy and at the same time dialogue-heavy. The plot is getting thicker in this episode.
missitachi96
VerifiedThe tensions are getting higher and you can feel that a battle is around the corner. Though there was no action this episode it feels like it is inevitable, though it looks like all Rimuru's talks and plans are about to come into play.
frostsincere
VerifiedI think it's slowly reaching to breaking point. There's a lot of decision being composed. It still more talk and planning than action. It's a calm before the storm.
EPISODE CONTEXT
Picking up directly from the diplomatic groundwork laid in Episode 5's 'Meeting of Both Sides,' this sixth episode deepens the fallout of misinformation and escalates the political tension that has been simmering through the season's first act. Sitting at the quarter mark of a 24-episode run, it functions as a critical bridge episode, converting dialogue-driven buildup into the momentum needed for Episode 7's 'Saint and Demon Clash,' where these carefully stacked tensions are expected to ignite into direct confrontation.
QUICK TAKES
thekindneighbor
Verifiedthat one scene focused on a painting because there was literally nothing else to animate yeah right well at least shuna and adalmann's dynamic is cute because the rest of this is putting me to sleep
homotron3799
VerifiedRock bottom. Static shots of paintings bc they cant animate. Shuna and adalmann are cute tho. Calm before storm is dragged I am genuinely losing my mind over how SLOW THIS BUILDUP IS
28181883
Verifiedthe visual execution hits an absolute low point, relying heavily on tight camera angles to avoid animating any actual movement.
reirei
VerifiedI’m really intrigued by these new faces and what’s been happening behind the scenes. I love how the story expands beyond the Tempest and Rimuru, giving a wider perspective and making the world feel more alive.
katana
VerifiedIt’s funny how everyone smoothly strategized without Rimuru, lol. It really shows how capable his people are. The characters continue to shine, and the world-building here remains consistently strong and engaging.
sandaime
VerifiedThis felt like a setup episode, laying out plans for what’s coming next. It was filled with careful strategies and tension, building anticipation and giving us something exciting to look forward to.
marin_coser
VerifiedIt’s dialogue-heavy without much variation in tone or visual payoff, so it can feel slow if you’re waiting for progression.
nekokurarisu
VerifiedThe tension is still well-controlled. You can feel both sides trying to avoid conflict while also slowly misunderstanding each other more.
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedThis is still very much a setup episode. A lot of careful discussion and positioning from both Tempest and the Church side. It’s not boring, but it’s clearly transition pacing. Still great overall though
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedRimuru did a great job cultivating his allies to the point of them being independent when roadblocks arise. And the insight and guidance he provides doesn't look like much but it's still needed and does a lot with raising morale :') I'm loving these talks
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedAlthough the pace feels dragged, realistically, you'll need another strategy session when something unexpected arises. Tensura does a great job portraying this. That last scene was definitely foreboding as another faction schemes in the shadows
hellozaworldo
VerifiedShuna has this certain charm that makes her dynamic with Adalmann entertaining to watch. It kinda makes me feel proud too that Benimaru and the others can handle things themselves without Rimuru haha
gorlock332
VerifiedGolly, things take off as a result of the previous episode. We get Rimuru and his allies' POVs and a new sinister group is introduced (probably for the next season) and some weird baby is giving advice to old guys?
eatingsocks
VerifiedEverything and everyone clash at once as Rimuru's altered message sets off a chain of events. I can honestly tell the next few episodes and battle with Hinata's group will feel frustrating as well because of their skewed sense of justice.
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedThe callback to Clayman's army skeleton dude felt fitting and is a great ally for RImuru! HIs insight will help the group make better strategic moves in future conflicts, alongside holy power (?) as he's a cardinal. Really convenient for the upcoming battle with the church
varunvg1508
VerifiedFinally action time! 😂 Feels like Rimuru isn’t even needed, his subordinates are carrying hard. Everything is moving smoothly, animation is on point and pacing is perfect. Been waiting for this kind of action 🔥
senkei
VerifiedThe pace picked up more than I expected, pretty exciting. Bonds are strengthening as we head toward the clash. The first move has been made, and now things are getting messy. Definitely building hype for what’s coming on the battlefield.
jeysxjeys
VerifiedMy guess is right, something is not adding up from the previous episode. This episode is a bit lore-heavy and at the same time dialogue-heavy. The plot is getting thicker in this episode.
missitachi96
VerifiedThe tensions are getting higher and you can feel that a battle is around the corner. Though there was no action this episode it feels like it is inevitable, though it looks like all Rimuru's talks and plans are about to come into play.
frostsincere
VerifiedI think it's slowly reaching to breaking point. There's a lot of decision being composed. It still more talk and planning than action. It's a calm before the storm.
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