Audience reviews
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winter_nya
the art is boring and uninspired, and they use really jarring cg for this one character whenever they appear, as well as a few other minor characters. they switch the animation to this ugly, half-assed 3d style during some of the fights, sometimes switching back to 2d at random.
the music is unremarkable and only serves to provide a vague sense of being in a fantasy setting.
the storytelling is genuinely awful, going from a potentially interesting premise to terribly-paced events happening for no reason in particular. no particular scene feels like it has any importance, and by the end of the season, it feels like almost nothing has happened.
the characters are possibly the worst part because they pretend to have depth while being shallow misogynistic props for the viewer's self-insert…
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This show is one of my "guilty pleasures" and something I have no issue re-watching on occasion.
Although it is not a show that rocks the boat, or adds anything particularly new to the isekai genre, following most of the tried-and-tested tropes and clichés very closely, I still find it an enjoyable experience, even now on my 4th or so re-watch of it.
What I like about this show, especially compared to isekai that has aired in the 2+ years since Black Summoner released, is that each character gets ample screen-time and growth. They aren't one-note talking heads that only serve to glaze the MC at every turn; Each one has their own personality and backstory.
Now yes, a lot of the main cast are women and there are obviously harem elements in this story, but the MC, at least in this season,…
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The good: Standard isekai fare with a well-intentioned, min-maxer and battle enthusiast main character. Great animation and care given to the art style and details. Great action scenes that sometimes go full-cgi, but very well done and dynamic. There is a harem with low amount of fan-service, extremely respectful main character. Good development of side characters and their backstory. Some fresh ideas that make this a isekai worth watching.
Disappointing: The usual cliffhanger at the end of the season that will get you reading the novels. The intro was good, but the background music during the episode didn't wow me, I couldn't find a memorable melody or battle theme. Also, I prefer when the main character picks a girl early and confesses his love, even if the rest of the harem sticks arou…
Read at the sourceRezwan1024
First of all it's a waste of your time. If you have extra time in you hands and you want to waste it then watch this anime.
The animation's trash. Specially the fight scenes. It could have been unnoticed if the fight scenes were not shit. The story will turn your brain to mush. There is no plot what so ever. The moment the protagonist faces some hardships he instantly solves them. The protagonist has plot armor thicker then any other anime protagonist out there. The character development is absent totally. The levels of the characters steadily increased without them even doing anything in the anime. Let's be real your time is your to waste but I would suggest a better way to waste it. I don't suggest any person to watch this anime. I'm a hardcore Isekai fan but still I don't like this mus…
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Kuro no Shoukanshi (Black Summoner)
is interesting in the first few episodes when MC starts his new life learning the world/system and building his team/party. After that, it's flat, pretty boring, and predictable. There is not so much drama, peak, or climax. The dude is strong (just like other Isekai MCs), and he has everything (Hot goddess waifu, Elf maid, Demon princess, Imouto, etc).
The Art is decent at least, girls are cute.
The Animation is mediocre at best, fight scenes are just simple slashes and magic shooting, with some awkward CGI action. Voice acting is ok, Reina Ueda's sweet soothing sound fits the goddess nicely. I don't like MC's voice, it's so flat-dead. The dude doesn't get excited, hyped up, or anything.
There is not much to say,
It's passable if you like Isekai, Harem…
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Not recommended, unless you're looking for a generic isekai or you're extremely bored with nothing to watch. Kelvin trade his memories for skills but it doesn't impact him in any way. His only personality trait is being a "battle junkie", he doesn't have an objective and there's no overall plot.
Kelvin is a summoner in name only he gets like 3 monsters and the rest are all girls, he could be a wizard and it wouldnt change anything. And the girls only personality trait is being in love with Kelvin, their backstories are shallow and there's no character development either.
Also most of the fights are made with CGI and it doesn't look good at all.
Read at the sourceGerentex
Pretty good Overall, recommended.
A pretty basic, general isekai anime with an OP MC, generally, if you know the genre you know what you're getting.
MC is pretty refreshing, not quite the standard fare of an Isekai MC/
Overall setting is pretty spot on the drawing board of isekais, but if you enjoy the genre, its just unique enough to be well worth it to watch while not being so unique as to be off putting.
The comedy is pretty good, not alot of the gag style comedy.
Character designs are pretty good, and weapon/armor designs are very asthetically pleasing, as are the personalities of the main characters.
Its not likely to be your favorite anime ever made, but its a very solid, enjoyable show.
Read at the sourceJayOmiee
If you're considering watching this anime, it's essential to keep in mind that it falls more into the category of mid-season filler rather than a mainstream anime title. Therefore, it's best not to have high expectations for it. Instead, view it as a show to watch when you have some free time on your hands. While it may not reach the level of popular or highly acclaimed series, it can still be a decent choice for casual entertainment
*STRENGTH*
1. Now there are many Isekai animes where OP MCs are common phenomenon but this Anime is among the very few that balances the power given to the MC.
2. It is not something exceptional but each one of the characters stands out, have their own unique skills and much more which makes it interesting.
3. The story is also Good and does not make the aud…
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This is one of the better isekai. It has just a few minor flaws, but overall is very entertaining and fun to watch.
Main character is a unique take on a Warlock class from WoW. Except he is kind of a good Summoner, more of a Mage/Hunter/Warlock hybrid.
He has a harem of several cute waifu material girls. I personally like Efil but if you are into a different type then Mel, Sera or Rion will probably work for you.
Story is somewhat interesting, not as good as Tokyo Ghoul and far from any show I rank, 8 or above, but also not entirely messed up like Futoku Guild, Akiba Maid Wars or Harem in Labyrinth. It has interesting plot twists here and there to keep your entertained even if just waifu harem isekai fact is not enough for you to watch it.
Overall it is one of the better shows of the c…
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It tells a lot about a show, if you only realize 10 episodes in, that you already watched it a few months ago, but you forgot to add to your list. So yeah, unbelievably unremakrable isekai family/harem building trash with the usual kirito clone OP protagonist, but with even less charm or personality. The show is not infuratingly bad, just lacks anything remotely interesting, apart from the basic premise, but they didn't do anything with it. So this is rather of a shell, than an actual story. Also it could have been interesting to see the relationship between the MC and the Godess (that was an interesting idea tbh), but what am I saying, this is an isekai, so of course it is mandatory to bury a romantic subplot under a trash isekai harem. Not to mention the indispensable patethic virgin blu…
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Black Summoner is...
...Basic Harem/Isekai at best, Thankfully a Good Measure Less Pervy than The Majority of The Genre. All in All there are some Redeemable Points, Though I have to give it a Just Under Average 4/10 For being just Another Filler Anime. A Placeholder that Isn't Quite Good Enough to be a Palate Cleanser. The Beach Episode of Anime...
---Pros---
1) Very Positive & Uplifting Vibe
The General Atmosphere is very Positive & Optimistic, Which is a Rare Trait in Modern Action Anime. I see this as a Particularly Rare Plus. 2) Quick Watch (12 Episodes)
The Action is Pretty Rare when it does happen it's Decently Animated. It Doesn''t have any Strong Comedic Moments, Though I did get a Couple of Light Chuckles out of It. It holds up Alright as a Background Show, I Wouldn't Recomme…
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Another season and yet another shallow isekai. (I know im one season late lol)
Inittially the show is sooomewhat interesting, the first episode has some good art and "decent" combat. For a isekai lover like me it whas a pretty good start. Unfortunately, it all became a mess.
Story - 2.5/10 -
If you want a anime that a random cute girl appears each 2 episodes than this is for you! The plot feels rushed as hell, there is absolutely none character development, the girls just spawn in your screen. Maybe worst, it has NO other main plot, except for the final ep which a random guy just shows up, in sumary world just feels dead, nothing is properly explained.
Characters - none/10
Boring.
Actually, one or another characters have some explorable traits, but obviously the traits wont be explored…
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Finally, a very good isekai anime after a long time.
Though not at the level of legendary titles like reincarnated as a slime, still delivers an impressive piece nonetheless. So don't consider the negative reviews of depressed fussy people and by all means go for this.
The MC here is one of the best reincarnated characters that I've seen. He knows when to say no and to take action unlike the goody-two-shoes' that were thrown at us till now.
The harem aspect isn't over-bearing and doesn't bore us.
The English voice actors have done an amazing job in delivering their dialogues and gives a strong impact on the general scene. We don't feel the friction of watching a Japanese work with the voice from person of a different culture and way of speaking. Everything is handled smoothly.
The Anim…
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Lets get this out of the way, this anime is not for everyone, it's an isekai, it has the overpowered MC, and it has some harem elements to it too, if you hate those tropes, then you will hate this anime.
Now for the positives, if you enjoy isekai, if you enjoy an OP protag, if you like harem comedy elements in your anime, then you will enjoy this.
This is well made, has story elements, has enjoyable action and adventure to it, we actually have some time spent on developing the characters and fleshing them out, the characters have agency in their own story, it is fun, and most of all, it is actually good.
So yes, everything you want in an isekai adventure anime is here.
Now for the negatives.
There is a heavy use of CG in the action scenes and the style of the CG compared to the regular…
Read at the sourceAbdiel7
Potential Banger 9/10 anime ruined by the harem. Actual fraud. Perhaps the light novel or manga is the only way you'll truly enjoy this series.
Great, intuitive and impactful characters? no we get harem.
Captivating, meticulous and paced progression of MC and team? no we get harem.
Character Development? Well the harem develops, that's for sure!
Tease-fest or Does he actually fuck them? Tease-fest, but he does in the other versions.
MC has huge potential pertaining to his standing in the world, instead of opening the gates and challenging morals and ideals, they go the safe route just give him one quirk and make him Kirito. He's got his love of fighting and that pretty much carries his personality, because apart from that he's just your generic upstanding MC.
The counterpart of the hare…
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Unimaginably dull - this anime actively looks for isekai tropes to add to it's existing dumpster fire. The character's are lifeless and have no plot relevance besides *existing* as a token harem just to tick off one of the aforementioned tropes.
The main character is, as stated by others, a painfully uninteresting mess of cliches - overpowered, has no actual character development and just serves as an archetypal overpowered isekai MC. Every time there is a chance to offer some emotional depth to the character - we see him stomp the punchbag, lifeless goombas that serve as the villains of the series. Each and every encounter involves (without spoilers) him/his party walking through an enemy that the anime has the gall to waste an entire episode hyping up.
Between the lack of originality…
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So don't lie to me. If you like Isekais you probably already read this one. Kelvin died and got reincarnated in a world full of fantasy. He of course is op but what i like about this guy is that he is no pushover. Aren't you tired of sigma subs who scream 43 hours a day and get nothing right ? Well that's not my boy. So basically he is a summoner but he somehow knows how to cast some spells. You'll understand who taught him all this things throughout the story. Honestly as much as i enjoyed it, i must say that there is no real big plot behind the scenes. Some characters do feel really harsh written, and it may decrease your opinion on it. But who cares ? To those of you that just want a slow paced adventure with an OP alpha main character, go for it !
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And another one OP MC isekai. To be honest you don't even need a review for this one, you know everything already, but here we go:
-Sound. Nothing interesting.
-Visuals. Average drawing, below average CGI. I will give it credit, it is much better than most isekais use nowadays, but it still runs at half the framerate of animation, also the transitions between CGI and drawing are not really well thought.
- Plot. What plot? It is a power fantasy isekai, get transported to another world and just get yourself a harem. Cause you know, even though you behave like a log in social situations and like a drug addict when it comes to combat - you are still a glorious japanese male, so every single female will desire you. There is no point of you being in this world anyway.
- Characters. The usual. Bl…
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Not bad for what it brought to the table
As far as Isekais go as a overly used genre this wasn't bad to watch, ofcourse it has the main concepts of being isekai'd into another world with game mechanics built in and the development of added people that get added to the group essentially making it a bit of a harem (excluding the knight, dog and the slime) it does make for a decent watch as the action is decent, the character backgrounds aren't half assed and pretty much the MC has to work a bit to become powerful which doesn't take too long because of the amount of episodes given with the pacing.
The things that didn't make this good are probably how morally upright the MC is so he ends up being like a generic person apart from the battle junkie attitude he has which does make it more inter…
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Blah Blah power fantasy harem garbage. Main character does the things and is so much stronger than everyone else he can't be beat. No real tension, emotional impact, plot beyond "who's the bad guy of today!". Truely another addition to the pile of garbage that is the isekai genre.
It's really sad to see show after show that has at least 1 unique story element have every trope imagineable thrown in, in an effort to make it stand out? For black summoner the story had an initially interesting angle, that the main character willingly trades his memories for power. Perhaps this could have led to him rediscovering he was a terrible person, perhaps he fails over and over in different situations because he literally doesnt remember how life works, what his morals are, etc; but no. Simply unintere…
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