Audience reviews
20 · Sample from the first available page, separate from the total number of ratings.
Ero97
Yes, 50% of people who don’t recommend this are absolutely right. There’s genuinely no reason to watch it unless you enjoy wasting your time. The plot sits at a weak 5/10, and that might even be generous. It feels recycled, predictable, and emotionally hollow. Conflicts arise without weight, resolutions lack payoff, and nothing meaningful sticks after an episode ends. There’s no tension, no depth just events happening for the sake of filling runtime.
The animation is also a flat 5/10. It’s not offensively bad, but it’s painfully average. Action scenes lack impact, character expressions feel stiff, and there’s no visual identity that makes the show stand out. It looks like dozens of other low-effort productions.
Now let’s talk about the male lead, Noor. His stupidity isn’t charming or com…
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I found this show hilarious and thought provoking.
Some might rush into assuming the protagonist is "dumb", but he simply has a very narrow measure of self-worth because he's shaped by events that occur in the first episode. The show works through unique challenges an individual with very limited parental and societal influence in their formative years might face as they reach maturity, and does so really well. This is of course exacerbated for comedic effect, but dismissing it and assuming the character is "dumb" would be a gross simplification.
It also contains a very good critique of social inertia and prejudice - which the main character doesn't experience because they didn't have the opportunity to learn those. This can be seen through his interactions with the king (direct communic…
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Its a great OP protaganist anime. Its pretty repetative and has the "show off your skills without ever noticing how powerful you are and be praised for hours" kind of protoganist and that is pretty much all this anime offers. It has decent animation and mediocre writing. The protoganist, other characters and writing are all shallow as it is the "dont think too much and enjoy" kind of anime. Still, its pretty enjoyable and sits on a high position on this kind. It lacks any ecchi, harem, romance. and comedy elements. And it has some minor drama. The action/figts are decent. Overall its watchable if you dont have any masterpieces/+8-graded anime left
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A story about misunderstandings, a lot of them, and a MC that is quite on the extreme side of being dumb, that wants to become an adventurer at any costs he sees fit, and oh boy does he has a really twisted view of the world (the really dumb kind).
I can already tell, especially from the mixed reception, that this anime is not for everyone. And that's because imo there's one important requirement to enjoy it: do not take it seriously. Even if it has elements of a serious story, do not fall for them! This is more of a joke of a story more than anything, but not in the sense that it is bad, more in the sense that it takes the dumb MC type and goes with it to the extreme, and imo, it worked pretty damn well. Just look at the MC like he is a very dumb homeschooled kid that never left his home…
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Well, at least the interesting premise made it through the first few episodes before spiraling into utter absurdity. In the first episode we see the MC deflect the attack a much larger minotaur opponent by redirecting his horns by a bit. A few episodes later with no change in ability he's blocking energy beams that we're told have eradicated entire continents. The whole schtick where the MC doesn't understand his strength is amusing enough, but the fight scenes just become immediately stupid and boring.
Anime that don't take their premises and immediately ramp up to 100 are few and far between, and unfortunately this one fails in the same way countless others have.
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There's something about this that doesn't work for me, I mean, it's fine... it's fine, it's fine, it's... fine, but my god is it stupid and annoyingly so
MC wants to become an adventurer, to do so he needs a skill, so he tries out with every class to see if he can develop a skill and every time leaves having not manifested a skill.
So he goes home to train, before returning years later to sign on at the lowest rank available meaning all he can do is menial work - clearing trash and construction jobs... but that's okay because he's an adventurer now.
Except of cause it turns out MC is super OP and is stronger than anyone else.
The issue is just how dense the MC is, sure he's raised in a backwater place on his own, sure he was told he couldn't get anywhere without a skill... but to be so de…
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The effort employed to keep this one gag going ruins the show for me. I don't mind the character starting out oblivious, but the ability to chew food and breath at the same time should identify a level of brain activity that would prevent the MC remaining that dumb to the very end. It is the very same thing that ruins "Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town" These MCs simply cannot be so impervious to new data!
Rather than trashing it outright, I kinda like the story and supporting characters. I think the dragon is fantastic, so I give it 5/10
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This anime is a mixed bag, depending on what you’re looking for. The story itself is far from unique—its predictability could turn some viewers away, especially if you’ve seen other series with a similar premise. However, if you’re someone who enjoys this genre or setup regardless of its originality, you might still find some enjoyment here. It delivers on the expected tropes, though it doesn’t venture far beyond them.
Visually, the art style fits the tone of the story, but it isn’t anything to rave about. It does the job, complementing the narrative without standing out as particularly remarkable. Fans of more stylized or unique animation might find it underwhelming, but it won’t necessarily detract from the experience.
The characters, however, are where this series struggles the most.…
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Can He Really Parry Everything... But Can He Parry a Serious Review? I Doubt It!
The story follows a classic adventure setting, situated in a fantasy world filled with monsters and magic. The main character has lofty ambitions, but they are quickly dashed due to his lack of, if not complete absence of, talent in various combat skills.
These skills are essential for him to achieve his dream of becoming an adventurer. However, through time, hard work, and sheer determination, he manages to reach heights never before seen in this world.
The protagonist is well-developed, both in terms of personal growth and how he evolves over the years. His motivations and inner reflections are also carefully explored.
However, the main issue lies with his intellect. Sure, there are plenty of protagonis…
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Its hard for most anime watchers to like this because the main character is an adult, there are no cringey immature jokes, and it has zero fan service shots, so there isnt much for the average weeb to enjoy.
Every 10 year old's complaint is "hurr durr main character is dumb". but so are lots of other popular characters is anime (goku, luffy, naruto, asta, etc). The main characters zero awareness is the main part of the comedy. it wouldnt be funny anymore without it. If you cant get over that you have the mental development of a child.
The mc is humble caring hard working guy who doesnt once stare at the ass or tits of any of the female characters which also dont show any romantic interest towards him. Seriously its so refreshing to find an anime without harem, sexualized characters and fan…
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At first, I thought Ore wa Subete wo 'Parry' suru had a pretty cool concept, but as I kept watching, it became harder to enjoy—mainly because of the main character. The guy is just... stupid. Like, frustratingly stupid. He can't seem to think for himself, and what makes it worse is how confident he is in his cluelessness. I mean, if you think it's weird you should ask someone who knows better.
I get that he didn't have his parents around growing up, but still, that doesn't really excuse the complete lack of basic thinking. The way his character is written, with zero common sense, really started to grind on me after a while.
I liked the idea behind the story in the beginning, but the main character’s behavior just got too annoying. Maybe it's just me, but it really killed the enjoyment.
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What do we have here? An MC who can fend off anything, yes anything! Including his own brain!
For the initial concept, this anime could actually be a good anime, the struggle from childhood and without talent until finally being able to have various powers from people in general.
But unfortunately, the author actually made the MC look stupid.
For example, when the MC fights a strong Goblin, but according to him it is a weak Goblin, not only that, but the views of the people around him also consider the MC to be a strong figure.
But in MC's own mind he is the weakest, because he doesn't have any talent.
Actually, this is still quite reasonable, because the MC lives in a remote area and only from stories does he know about strong creatures, for example Goblins, He didn't know the strong Go…
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I Parry Common Sense. The premise of this show sounded interesting before I watched it. A non-isekai fantasy of a character that makes the best use out of a combination of low level skills, developing them into something useful. What I got was a run of the mill OP out the gate protagonist that is so dumb, he actually decreases the intelligence of everyone around him.
There was a little bit of potential for interesting world building, I liked their take on one of the monsters, and the other empire, but it came along too late and didn't go into enough detail. Maybe there is some redemption in the LN, but nothing here.
The power scaling is so off the charts that I don't know how they could develop it further. The first 2 or 3 enemies are understandable and within the realm an overly develope…
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This parried my intelligence and made me have the intelligence of a caveman...
"I Parry Everything" is mediocre. Plain & Simple. That isn't to say that this wasn't disappointing, but more-so this had immense potential that it consistently killed with each encounter with the bland and moronic MC that drains your IQ more than short format videos on YouTube and TikTok.
Let me explain;
1. Noor is probably the most stupid & dense MC I have ever watched by a long shot:
YES, I know that he is intentionally dense and stupid. But there are legitimately zero redeeming factors about this main character. I am being serious when I say the cartoon "Beavis & Butthead" has not only far more intelligent main characters, but they are actually stupidly funny, Noor on the other hand has zero funny comedy, h…
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If you are watching this anime for the action and fighting, you are watching the WRONG anime. This anime has almost brought a new restored hope in the good of humanity, and while the MC is not real he reminds us that we can always choose the compassionate response to situations. The emotions of feeling the good in life and the stories of those around him recognizing his abilities without him knowing make this a truly interesting anime. Every episode provides a new challenge just like every day of life and yet the Mc finds a way to conquer each of those tasks without losing his center. It truly resonates with that of everyday real life. Watch this for humor, fun, and to renew your own compassion.
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I don't think 'I Parry Everything' deserves some of the reviews it's been getting on MAL. It's a refreshing take on the genre, especially because of the animation quality, and the lack of fan service. Sure, it's your classic OP MC who's mostly oblivious to his own strength, but if you're looking for a chill watch, it's perfect. The action scenes are solid, and the voice acting really delivers.
I feel like some people are getting too frustrated with how unaware the MC is of his own power, but honestly, that’s part of the charm. He has determination and work ethic, even if he has absolutely no situational awareness. It also leads to some funny moments when other characters interpret his actions.
Overall, just don't overthink it!
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You know,its that bad that it good in some way. I Will "Parry" All: The World's Strongest Man Wanna Be an Adventurer. There are a lot of different translations of the title but I’m gonna use this one. . We have Noor our MC a orphan who wants to be an adventurer but he is not able to learn any kind of magic or fighting style after this he give up on his dream and become a worker in the town who helps people. Tho he has one talent and its Parrying. He devolves it while trying to be adventurer. One day he sees Clays who is in danger and saves her with he’s ability and accidentally become her teacher.
Its doesn’t sounds bad right? An MC who has only one talent but very good at it. Very typical. But there is one think. Its the fact the MC is the stupidest person in the world and when I say stu…
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I highly recommend you, if you like frieren you will like this.
Don't be fooled by those who give bad reviews, they have bad taste, they like mainstream harem stories, They don't like to see Noru looking stupid, they don't know that Noru is an innocent person, living alone in the forest and rarely socializing, it's no wonder that Noru grows up to be a very innocent person. that makes sense.
The story flows well like frieren, Noru doesn't suddenly become very strong, he develops little by little, even though he is strong, he is very humble just like Himmel which makes it interesting to follow.
The story focuses on epic fights, one man army, saving the kingdom from war, especially when fighting dragons makes goosebumps, reminds me of Stark vs dragon in Frieren.
Hopefully there will be a s…
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In 1959, the sociologist C. Wright Mills published a monograph titled "The Sociological Imagination." The titular concept purports to draw a connection between the individual's personal experience and the social world—that is, how the social world affects the individual.
Noor, the protagonist, is viewed by many as a bumbling idiot who parries everything, brain cells included. Some see this as charming gag humour, while others see it as a trope that wears out its welcome in a few episodes. Everyone is right. But I'd like to expand upon this and invite the enterprising viewer to approach the show with Mills's concept of the sociological imagination in mind, especially for anyone who might be turned off by the idea of a "stupid MC who never learns."
Have you ever had your world-view absolut…
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I Parry Everything - 3 words, 1 show, simple to understand...except for the brain.
I know, I know...long LN titles (vice versa on both Japanese and English titles) and the like bores us to tears, since most of them end up being at best decent to at worst, mediocre to plain bad. But there's a chance to think of a "what if" situation where one or the other could just have a short title and be very descriptive to the T. And my friends, that's exactly the scenario for novelist Nabeshiki's Ore wa Subete wo "Parry" suru: Gyaku Kanchigai no Sekai Saikyou wa Boukensha ni Naritai a.k.a I Parry Everything: What Do You Mean I'm the Strongest? I'm Not Even an Adventurer Yet!, or just simply shortened to "I Parry Everything". But hoo boy, there's a love-hate relationship going on for this series, and…
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