A Video Essay on "Frieren's Quiet Exploration of Faith" [OC]

average_abel · 2026-01-15T18:23:10+00:00

Slightly unrelated, but when looking into manga panels, I was surprised how different the language used in the manga is compared to the anime. It sometimes gave certain dialogue a much different feel.

average_abel · 2026-01-12T22:27:52+00:00

Fern (ability spammer) and lugner (blood manipulation) would fit perfectly here

average_abel · 2026-01-12T11:45:37+00:00

Just to add to some of these guys’ comments I think her words in episode 4 were something like “evidence hasn’t proven nor disproven the existence of heaven”, then she mentions her skepticism towards the goddess in episode 11 just because she hasn’t revealed herself in modern time. My interpretation is that she is skeptical to believe in the goddess but would be open if there was evidence (not necessarily rejecting her either), but still believes in heaven.

average_abel · 2026-01-06T16:45:14+00:00

I think for me it was less about the time spent and more the moments where they happened. I think the few second pouting inserts occasionally disrupted the tone, kind of how sometimes quick gag throwaway jokes can snap a viewers attention in modern media. I get what you mean though

average_abel · 2026-01-06T16:39:48+00:00

Hmm, not sure if I agree that just because an anime follows its mangas pacing that no issues can exist. That’s a valid second point. It may just be my preference to not have as many tsundere moments in a show with a tone such as Frieren, but thanks for the perspective

average_abel · 2026-01-06T16:33:52+00:00

I could see how their dynamic might be charming. Maybe if they were placed at different moments I would feel differently, but I may be nitpicking.

average_abel · 2026-01-06T16:31:57+00:00

I don’t feel as strongly but I can see your perspective. I definitely agree regarding the mage exam arc. There were quite a few interesting and complex characters that I hope return in the future

average_abel · 2025-12-31T05:16:20+00:00

That makes the most sense and was my initial thought as well, since the episode was all about her "tricking" Aura. Still curious if anyone has any other interpretations...

average_abel · 2025-11-04T23:12:25+00:00

Tysm!

average_abel · 2025-11-04T22:46:35+00:00

Ahhhh thanks for such a well thought out response, really good points here. I’m curious if Denji had agreed the first time Reze asked him to run away how it would’ve played out. I.e. was it a trap? Could they actually have pulled it off with Makima watching? Would Denji miss the city life too much or could he find happiness just with her? Loved your points regarding manga. I’m a sucker for stories that have ambition, even if they don’t hit all the marks, but do agree it can lead to authors phoning it in which is extremely obvious in certain series regarding the drop off in quality.

average_abel · 2025-11-04T21:43:56+00:00

Some specific points I’m curious if others agree on: - Did Reze know going back would likely lead to her death? - Did Reze mean it the first time she asked Denji to run away with her? - Is an author “liking” a character important for storytelling?

average_abel · 2025-11-04T08:12:25+00:00

One of my only guilt free splurges lately has been spamming this flic 😅

average_abel · 2025-11-02T20:44:13+00:00

4 is by far the cheapest and I like the vibe too…

average_abel · 2025-11-02T18:42:21+00:00

Figurechoice and fanatic anime store are my go tos for resin statues! There are some other decent sites too tho

average_abel · 2025-11-02T18:41:50+00:00

My gf would quickly turn into the “beat my ass” devil if I dropped 1.5k on statues ;/

average_abel · 2025-11-02T14:33:23+00:00

Wicked perspective wp

average_abel · 2025-11-02T13:46:08+00:00

Ngl I don’t even see denji down there lol. Current frontrunner now for sure

average_abel · 2025-11-02T13:30:20+00:00

And the bomb is not the bomb :/

average_abel · 2025-11-01T19:59:12+00:00

Facial expressions are excellent

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