That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Episode 5: Hero King, Gazel Dwargo

Manga chapter 9-10

Canon/MED

OSHIMETER

10.0

12 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

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That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Episode 5: Hero King, Gazel Dwargo

Manga chapter 9-10

Canon/MED

← Prev: EP 4 Next: EP 6 →

OSHIMETER

10.0

12 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

Bagusnya episode ini meskipun Isekai, tapi masih ada juga ketidakadilan dan pegawai pemerintahan pasti korup. Fantasi tapi ada nilai realistis juga. Higher stakes untuk Rimuru-chan

This episode got way more intense than I expected 😭 Vesta was shady as hell, the plot twists were wild, and Gazel Dwargo already feels like such a cool and smart king ✨

Vesta is even slimier than Rimuru. Envy really does a lot of things too a person. Kaijin is the realest here tho haha!

The turn of events here was wild 😮 didn't expect that at all but at least the main goal was still achieved. Also, wonder where Gobta is lmao

uncultured_bovine

The pace feels slower now as we get into some heavy stuff here. But introduction of Gazel Dwargo is intense nonetheless. And it looks like he has a good head on his shoulders, considering his actions here

A lot of things happened here. It was kind of dramatic but that makes this episode more tense and interesting.

Oh, I hate Vesta in this episode, acting high and almighty because of his position. And with Kaijin's punch? It's so satisfying. The good part? Rimuru successfully have found skilled artisans. *Insert Victory Sound*

Strong sense of politics, highlighting diplomacy, authority, and power balance within the Dwarven Kingdom also king Gazel kindness for kaijin,

Elves! My favorite type of character in an anime! Specially women! They have this distinct adorable face! Also you can see Riemuru's heart here that he really wants to help! Also love the part where the goblin is still sleeping almost the whole episode haha?

Gazel is quite nice for a king of that kingdom and for now rimuru i think he is the man

Now we are getting to the serious part huh, i mean when you are a leader you gotta get the game face on. Also a fun episode at that. And Rimuru's people just kept getting biggerrr great episode clapclapclap

Kaijin's epic punch for Rimuru—loyalty! At elf bar, fortune teases blue-haired fate. Vesta snubs slime, sparks trial: King Gazel honours Kaijin's "master" vow, exiles dwarves to village while ditching shady Vesta. Blacksmith recruits + shadow spies brew intrigue!

EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming off the Dwarven kingdom arc established in episodes 3-4, where Rimuru forged connections with craftsmen and allies, episode 5 escalates those relationships to a national level with the introduction of the Hero King himself. Positioned early in a 24-episode season, this is foundational world-building that transitions Rimuru from a wandering reincarnation into a political player. The alliances and tensions seeded here directly feed into the larger narrative of community-building and territorial conflict that defines the season's middle and back half.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming off the Dwarven kingdom arc established in episodes 3-4, where Rimuru forged connections with craftsmen and allies, episode 5 escalates those relationships to a national level with the introduction of the Hero King himself. Positioned early in a 24-episode season, this is foundational world-building that transitions Rimuru from a wandering reincarnation into a political player. The alliances and tensions seeded here directly feed into the larger narrative of community-building and territorial conflict that defines the season's middle and back half.

QUICK TAKES

Bagusnya episode ini meskipun Isekai, tapi masih ada juga ketidakadilan dan pegawai pemerintahan pasti korup. Fantasi tapi ada nilai realistis juga. Higher stakes untuk Rimuru-chan

This episode got way more intense than I expected 😭 Vesta was shady as hell, the plot twists were wild, and Gazel Dwargo already feels like such a cool and smart king ✨

Vesta is even slimier than Rimuru. Envy really does a lot of things too a person. Kaijin is the realest here tho haha!

The turn of events here was wild 😮 didn't expect that at all but at least the main goal was still achieved. Also, wonder where Gobta is lmao

uncultured_bovine

The pace feels slower now as we get into some heavy stuff here. But introduction of Gazel Dwargo is intense nonetheless. And it looks like he has a good head on his shoulders, considering his actions here

A lot of things happened here. It was kind of dramatic but that makes this episode more tense and interesting.

Oh, I hate Vesta in this episode, acting high and almighty because of his position. And with Kaijin's punch? It's so satisfying. The good part? Rimuru successfully have found skilled artisans. *Insert Victory Sound*

Strong sense of politics, highlighting diplomacy, authority, and power balance within the Dwarven Kingdom also king Gazel kindness for kaijin,

Elves! My favorite type of character in an anime! Specially women! They have this distinct adorable face! Also you can see Riemuru's heart here that he really wants to help! Also love the part where the goblin is still sleeping almost the whole episode haha?

Gazel is quite nice for a king of that kingdom and for now rimuru i think he is the man

Now we are getting to the serious part huh, i mean when you are a leader you gotta get the game face on. Also a fun episode at that. And Rimuru's people just kept getting biggerrr great episode clapclapclap

Kaijin's epic punch for Rimuru—loyalty! At elf bar, fortune teases blue-haired fate. Vesta snubs slime, sparks trial: King Gazel honours Kaijin's "master" vow, exiles dwarves to village while ditching shady Vesta. Blacksmith recruits + shadow spies brew intrigue!

©川上泰樹・伏瀬・講談社／転スラ製作委員会

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com

©川上泰樹・伏瀬・講談社／転スラ製作委員会

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com