Frieren Beyond Journey's End is My New Favourite Anime

[@Ransok_Bukaj]

The plot is the friends we made along the way (quite literally)

[@wynnyxD]

Yeah, and this theme might not be so bad or bland after all

[@panpan1287]

​@@wynnyxD It's all about execution. Any cliche can be enjoyable when done as well as it is in Frieren.

[@arvinsim]

It's also about the friends that we left behind

[@liamnidas]

That is genuinely the best description of Frieren I've ever read

[@frankmuscular]

And foes

[@rosshaikenleonen1416]

Also note, that Old man Voll played a great role on why Himmel never told Frieren how he truly feels. He felt that it would become Frieren's curse if he did. It's just a slight expression from Himmel when Voll was telling his story, but it was there. In return, Himmel made Frieren remember him and his story.

[@liamnidas]

The more I learn about Himmel the more I love his character. Such a great character.

[@Aldrenas]

Frierens attention to details blows my mind. For example in ep10 efter Flamme death theres timelapse of Frieren mastering mana suppression through 1000years. This timelapse lasts for 50 seconds. Next we have a scene where she joins the heroes party and another timelapse starts. Heroes 10year journey timelapse lasts only for 0.5sec. Exactly 1/100 of 50sec (1000yrs).

[@liamnidas]

It's fantastic and adds a lot of tragedy and weight to the show.

[@DrNiradino]

One thing that I really loved in this Anime is how passage of time was reflected even in small details. My favorite example of that, is how Stark uses the same double bladed axe that his master Eisen used during Hero's journey, except when you see it in flashbacks it blades are equal in size, and in modern day one is clearly smaller then the other - probably reduced in size due to 80 years of resharpening of it's blades.

[@KermRiv]

also having a taller wielder lol

[@liamnidas]

The passage of time in this anime was brilliantly shown. I loved how things were often resown through a different lens and how things changed over time.

[@antimony2333]

i haven't seen anyone mention this so I'll say it here Heither always laughed whenever he is called a "corrupt priest" whether it was in flashbacks, or when he was old, or even when he was super old the only time he didn't laugh was after he died the sound of the alcohol pouring down accompanied by the silence hits really hard for me

[@liamnidas]

Awww that hurts my heart. Nice noticing that. This show is just packed to the brim with so much thought and imagination.

[@ObiwanNekody]

I have watched an embarrassingly large number of videos about this Anime, and this is easily one of the best.

[@liamnidas]

Thank you. That means a lot. Gonna keep trying and hopefully improving.

[@rimuruu9231]

I was in search a video that have a great explanation / analysis lessons from this anime like the value of time or etc. Do you have find one other than this video?

[@ObiwanNekody]

​@@rimuruu9231I just saw your question. Another standout video (although 3 hrs long) is by Storieswithstyle, he's a native German speaker and he goes into the meanings and symbolism of the names up to episode 16. I will get back to you when i have more time with a few other recommendations, but again, Laimnidas's is excellent.

[@ObiwanNekody]

​@@rimuruu9231Pey Talks Anime is making a series where he talks about one major theme per episode, it is also excellent.

[@ignorethis214]

I've been hearing amazing things about this show from my friend group. I'm definitely looking forward to seeing it soon!

[@cesardejeronimo8184]

There's a reason why Frieren is Top 1 on the My Anime List now. I am quite surprised that the FMA:B fans haven't down voted it to ensure FMA:B stays on top. Really goes to show the quality and impact of Frieren.

[@danielarisa4902]

Never been more committed to doing anything in my life as much as watching Frieren on Fridays, would literally have a countdown for Frieren Fridays, can’t wait for a season 2, don’t care what days they come out, all I know is I will be there with my countdowns.

[@mookiestewart3776]

@@cesardejeronimo8184that’s because Frieren connected with the fmab bros as well. This show took over the entire anime community

[@mookiestewart3776]

Every day you don’t watch it is a day wasted . I’m being hyperbolic…..but only slightly…..it’s that good

[@jnieto490]

​@@cesardejeronimo8184FMA will always have a place in my heart but in my opinion Frieren is definitely a story worthy of being up top with FMA

[@TSRB87]

Frieren stands out as a masterpice but as a whole 2023 will go down as one of the best years in anime history

[@liamnidas]

Completely agree. There are so many anime that released last year that if someone told me it was their favourite anime then I would understand fully.

[@il3fortunato664]

Definitely PEAK FICTION

[@liamnidas]

Completely agree

[@dethspud]

OP to ED. Story to characters. Choice of color to animation. Transitions to settings. Voice acting both sub and dub. Pacing and themes. It nails it. 10/10. ❤ /I left a comment cos it's what HIMmel would have done. 👍

[@liamnidas]

You're absolutely right that it's what Himmel would do. I will live the rest of my life asking myself what would Himmel do in this situation

[@izziaismailsalleh]

best show indeed ❤

[@liamnidas]

Masterpiece

[@Thrano]

This is the best anime of all time, and I will die on this hill.

[@Circle9ru]

i woulnd't say its the best of all time, you see... this anime is just like Frieren herself in her world, in the league of her own, giving no competition to almost anyone. i mean, its not hard to put this show high, its hard to put something else next to it.

[@Thrano]

@@Circle9ru I disagree. It's quite easy to put other anime like... Idk, Akira or Evangelion or Cowboy Bebop or any Ghibli movie or FMAB next to it. Which I did for my statement. Frieren is the best already.

[@Circle9ru]

@@Thrano, i may agree about Akira or Cowboy Bebop, but not Evangelion... this anime have too much plot holes and the protagonist in quite disgusting(10 scenes in hospital of 10), and worst part of it the ending. having more than one ending just because you don't know how to finish it properly is bad, even if you try to make it look like a feature.

[@jonlionhart8301]

Frieren is my GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) anime. My top anime, 1. Frieren 2. Naruto 3. One Piece 4. Solo Leveling 5. Demon Slayer 6. Vinland Saga

[@Faun471]

I'm surprised to see Solo Leveling _and_ Demon Slayer on anyone's top 5 xD to each their own

[@Heyya01]

Frieren, 86, Solo Leveling, Demon Slayer, Chainsaw man, Claymore

[@liamnidas]

For me: 1. Frieren Beyond Journey's End 2. Vinland Saga 3. Mob Psycho 100 4. Stein's Gate & Stein's Gate 0 5. Gintama 6. Clannad After Story 7. Heavenly Delusion 8. Cyberpunk Edgerunners 9. Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood 10. Death Note

[@btchiaintkidding7837]

Seeing solo levelling, and DS (i love DS but c'mon) side by side with Frieren, Vinland Saga, one piece gave me whiplash

[@btchiaintkidding7837]

​@@liamnidas You should watch Monster, and for 'Pretentious anime' genre: "Serial experiments Lain" and "Angel's Egg" are must watch

[@kubomagico8853]

"Madhouse doesn't know how to count to 2" is the best way to explain Tokyo Ghoul square root A

[@micketm3]

Its a Masterpiece !!! 😊💕

[@liamnidas]

Undeniably

[@FezzUG]

I enjoyed how you made your video, I'm debating if I want to make videos with voice overs like this or if I want to be infront of the camera giving my thoughts and Discussion but haven't had much luck so far

[@liamnidas]

I would suggest keep trying and also see which one you're more comfortable with. Some people are a natural on camera and others aren't. And some people need to build up to showing their face on camera so that they can build their confidence.

[@OAndy265]

It is a true masterpiece. I can listen to it in the background and still enjoy it tremendously. I really hope Frieren breaks Madhouse's trend and gets a second season.

[@liamnidas]

A masterpiece like this has no right ending with only one season. And if it does get a seconds season then it better be Madhouse animating

[@Circle9ru]

its better for them to take thier time and make it perfect. god save thier souls if they fuck it up...

[@liamnidas]

@@Circle9ru I would be distraught if season two was messed up.

[@eleinaedelweiss6215]

As a manga reader himmel flashback is hoing to be less and boy the examinees will pop and have their own story arc and it goddamn was it spicy

[@nelg1994]

Cant wait for the monument arc where people are so used to himmel flashback and boom... Bamboozle XD...

[@liamnidas]

It's good to see that one of my very minor criticisms of Frieren gets addressed. And very excited for that arc with the examinees.

[@KumaBones]

I can listen to frieren in the background, and still enjoy it.

[@liamnidas]

That's how you know it's a masterpiece

[@justpeach2694]

Frieren's runtime was perfect, but I wouldn't mind a second season.

[@liamnidas]

It will probably take a while but I would love a second season

[@Circle9ru]

@@liamnidas, man, i really, REALLY hope it will take some time. its better if they take thier time and do it as good as first one, even if it will take years. because if they don't, we will get another Onepunchman season 2, which is good, but nowhere near season 1. when the studio rush to make money on something popular, nothing good gonna happen, good works takes time.

[@liamnidas]

@@Circle9ru Completely agree. Frieren was a massive hit because they took their time with the first season. Fortunately, whilst they don't often make second seasons and sequels, when madhouse do decide to carry on an anime they always take their time and there are a few years of waiting. So either the show is going to get One Punch Manned and passed off to another studio, or it's going to be a little while before we ever hear of frieren.

[@Circle9ru]

@@liamnidas, yea, i mean, if you can't live without this vibe or characters, just watch it again. 2 years is not that long, if after those 2 years we get something the same level.

[@liamnidas]

@@Circle9ru Fingers crossed it's only two years

[@ThisisDaniel]

I love this video, you gave a nice overview of the characters. This show is strong because of the fantastic cast and plausible situations. It's very difficult to pick a favourite, but Übel was extremely intriguing.

[@liamnidas]

Some of the strongest character writing I've ever come across. I do hope we get to see a bit more of Ubel.

[@RushimaV]

Frieren without a doubt will be my favorite for years

[@liamnidas]

It would take something earth shatteringly good to dethrone Frieren for me I think. But then I thought the exact same thing about Vinland Saga so we'll see.

[@angelodescordo8455]

Great analysis of the show's many virtues. I decided to rewatch the show a second time, which I've never done with any other series. In my opinion, it's nothing short of an artistic miracle since I had no idea that it's possible to create something so sublime. I felt like I got struck by a blissful bolt of lightning out of nowhere, to make a dramatic analogy. I'm still struggling to understand exactly how they made this. What stood out to me the most in your video was the nightmare you described where Frieren cried because Fern and Stark left her. That instantly broke my heart. Let's hope that it won't happen in future seasons...!

[@liamnidas]

That's the horrible part of the nightmare. There's a really good chance that it could happen in the show.

[@angelodescordo8455]

@@liamnidas I suppose. This looks like a series that would end on a sad or a bittersweet note. I can't imagine any other ending. But the manga has gone on indefinite hiatus, so it will take a while for it to conclude.

[@liamnidas]

@@angelodescordo8455 I can't see it having a completely happy ending. Most likely Frieren is changed by her experiences but everyone is still dead.

[@mookiestewart3776]

Just one issue. You said “mad house was top dog before mappa took their crown”….nah fam, Kyoto animation, trigger and STUDIO BONES . Mad house was included in that OG top dog status but mappa didn’t steal shit. They have been the “flavor of the month” for a bit now but nothing they have done can overcome the works of those other studios . They literally set the foundation of what anime is these days as an artistic medium. And if you want to go even further back both bones and trigger are primarily made up of older animation groups. While mad house was doing trigun back in 98, the primary group that made up bones was making bebop …..there’s levels to this shit

[@bentoarukin]

Lemme tryna scare u... BOO! Kyo Ani Frieren!

[@Faun471]

Agreed. What I hate about madhouse is that they don't make second seasons, so animes they make tend to have worse subsequent seasons by comparison. Other studios worth noting are Wit Studios and Ufotable. Though they tend to only work on one IP at a time, which is the opposite of Madhouse xD can't have the best of both worlds, sadly.

[@mookiestewart3776]

@@Faun471 they have had quite a few anime that haven’t gotten second seasons, that part is true. But they’ve had a few that have hd second seasons . Also a studio is not a “set” amount of employees like it used to be. This can work both in favor of and against a second season. It’s not like the same people that used to work at madhouse are the ones still working there for the lost part, but that lack of stability can also lower the odds of a second season if you want to look at it that way. However …….Frieren has been so massively successful that I simply can’t see a company that is in the business of making money NOT fight tooth and nail to make another season. This has easily been madhouse’s most financially successful project and it has basically tripled manga sales. At the end of the day this is a business , and if they are smart they will understand what they have and how they achieved it and take steps to do their best to replicate it. They didn’t have Frieren say “matta ne” during the ep 28 preview for nothing. That shit was intentional. At the very least we know they are trying their best to get a second season , so even if they don’t get it , it won’t be because “mad house doesn’t like to do second seasons”. If they don’t do one it will be because of circumstances outside of madhouses control imo

[@liamnidas]

I said Madhouse were top dog because they were able to have both quality and quantity whereas other amazing studios like the ones you mentioned would make significantly less shows but still outstanding works. Only Studio Bones in my mind were able to get a similar level of high quality and quantity. Bones just have the curse of not making season threes.

[@Faun471]

@@mookiestewart3776 I have my doubts... especially after they dropped One Punch Man despite its overwhelming success. I hope they don't do the same with Frieren though! They'll have tons of cash and we'll have a very great season 2, everyone wins!

[@Liam_Sorcerer]

You deserve more subs my guy. Take my sub!

[@liamnidas]

Thank you so much. Hopefully, I'll be able to grow the channel more.

[@Heyya01]

Frieren is god-tier! Those hollywood weird writers need to take note how to make compelling and lovable characters

[@liamnidas]

Absolutely. We need far less annoying Hollywood characters who are so perfect they became bland and irritating.

[@Circle9ru]

nah man, the problem with hollywood characters is not that they don't know, its that they pick employes based on anything but their quality. quotas, DEI and other bullshit is what makes hollywood slowly die.

[@Heyya01]

@@Circle9ru thats my point bro. These woke scriptwriters ruin everthing. No depth, no character development at all

[@liamnidas]

@@Circle9ru It does feel like a lot of the time they hire activists over actual writers.

[@liamnidas]

@@Heyya01 Hopefully, that will change over time because there's been more and more backlash from the general public over this.

[@SmellsMonochrome]

On the topic of the ending, I would agree that it never felt jarring as you said, but I would say that it often would feel like a punctuation to the episode. Often devastating, like the kick that would draw the tears out

[@liamnidas]

You've surmised my feelings perfectly. It's a good ending song but part of you didn't want to hear it as you were enjoying the episode so much.

[@Torby4096]

I agree. This was a most excellent show, anime or not. The deep characters, beautiful artwork, attention to detail... Stark, the comic relief? As if Frieren herself was not! Imagine an 11-year-old girl with a millennium of knowledge and experience, a bit of sadness and regret, and a delight in anything magic😊

[@liamnidas]

It's just one of the best things that I've ever seen. And I'm glad that they've announced season 2. Hopefully, it's just as polished as the first.

[@patrickmuller7334]

As someone who read past the point where the anime ends, I can promise you, there is amazing story still ahead.

[@liamnidas]

I've heard little snippets here and there. I cannot wait for season two. I need it now.

[@nigelvanzyl5145]

Instant classic 👌

[@liamnidas]

Absolute masterpiece

[@pabloruansabino3933]

Perfect anime !

[@liamnidas]

Completely agree

[@Chode216]

Am hoping for a season 2 as well, am testing out Crunchyroll in a free trail, only show I like so far is this one. all the rest I've seen on other platforms.

[@liamnidas]

It's an incredible show, and I really hope that they confirm a season two soon.

[@Circle9ru]

you better hope season 2 won't come soon, it should take some time, otherwise it may drop the quality.

[@gamer_gex]

Frieren NAMBA WAN

[@liamnidas]

Absolutely

[@feral5]

There were actually two ending songs. They’re very similar but contain some differences in lyrics and whatnot

[@liamnidas]

Yeah, I think it was the first episode had a special ending. But either way, I'll listen to it because the main ending was amazing.

[@Circle9ru]

no, its one ending, its more like two halfs of it.

[@feral5]

Yes you just rephrased what I said

[@salt7532]

​@@feral5they are from the same song, just different verses

[@feral5]

@@salt7532 you also just rephrased what I said as a disagreement

[@jessesnels6401]

O god. A demented elf tring to find thare party how have been dead for a 100 years😢😢

[@liamnidas]

A real tearjerker

[@matthewspencer2094]

2:40 I think that's usually misunderstood. It's how she wants to be understood (a coping mechanism & mask) but not why she is who she is. All her flashbacks show a withdrawn child, she chose to isolate herself outside communities for her entire life. It's not age... It's trauma and neurodivergance. She's the isolated recluse lacking socialisation that Fern is. The trauma riddled survivor inadequate to her destiny that Stark is. The avoidant regretful overthinker that Stein is. Other elves have experienced so much, had so many bonds they end up becoming detached. Lived full lives in which they are the shadow left behind. That's a very new situation for Frieren... She's only just tried living 80 years back, and only been emotionally open to that within the last three or four She only claims time is why she's aloof because the truth of who she is is sadder, more private, and less comfortable to talk about. Only Flamme and the audience know the truth.

[@liamnidas]

What a beautiful description of Frieren's character. You've given me a new outlook on her.

[@user-lh5my4ws8j]

You will forget it in 1 year.

[@liamnidas]

I doubt it. I've watched a lot of anime and can still remember the really boring ones. Like After the Rain.

[@Circle9ru]

we will forget it in one year? well, bet your money for it if you want to get broke...

[@lenOwOo]

It's not the lyrics. . But the TONE. . For the 1st opening

[@jannegrey]

Yes. Which is argument I didn't fully understand. After all Frieren is sad, nostalgic, but also happy series. It might have focused too much on "happy" and "upbeat" part of it, but it wasn't bad. Mismatch wasn't that jarring and it honestly grew on me.

[@liamnidas]

I think my lack of connection to the manga meant I never found the opening jarring and just clicked with the opening right away.

[@jannegrey]

@@liamnidas To me because I knew Manga it wasn't jarring. I knew there is more to Frieren than first or first 4 episodes and that "upbeat" is warranted, because they are upbeat moments in Frieren. Heck, whole story is positive, even though yes it is also contemplative (so where perceived mismatch comes from). But contemplative doesn't mean you have to play slow, contemplative song as an OP. It reminds me of when Pope John Paul II died and there was mourning in my country. Every radio station for a week played only depressing classical music that they have no knowledge of. Despite said Pope being a quite cheery person. It made it worse, because they played music that they "felt" suited occasion, but completely missed the character of person they mourned. On the other hand, Frieren's OP caught character of the show very well.

[@liamnidas]

@@jannegrey That's a really good point. I completely agree with that. Helps that the OP on its own is actually a really good song too.

[@MajorMalfunction]

My only complaint is the "Catch a Birb Arc" was a bit too long and boring, with too many characters I don't care about and will probably never see again. Still give it 10/10. If it weren't for that, I'd give it 11.

[@Faun471]

You definitely will see a lot of them again and you will grow to care about them (even those who did not pass the exam)

[@MajorMalfunction]

@@Faun471 I hope I'll live long enough to see the day.

[@Catonzo]

I found it to be very necessary as there was much more to be unraveled during this. We had only just been introduced to the whole class system of Mages and it had to be fleshed out some. A lot of the time during this exam was used to introduce us to this system, the magic world and most importantly we got to see what differentiated an experienced mage from novices - as in Denken. It was honestly Denken's arc to me.

[@liamnidas]

I can understand why you the arc could be boring to some, especially with the noticeable lack of Stark. But I enjoyed it and I really connected with a lot of the characters. Also, this was definitely Denton's arc for me. And I really do hope that we get to see more of the examinees in the future.

[@Circle9ru]

@@MajorMalfunction, as manga reader, i can say you couldn't be more wrong here. most of them will show up again. at least it includes Serie, Sense, Genau, Falsh, Lernen, Denken, Metode, Edel, Ubel and Land so far. all of them are already shown in manga again. they may also come across Wirbel and his party in future, because they heading north anyway, but they didn't yet.

[@KermRiv]

i feel like the first op is fitting lyrically but it doesn't fit it tonally for what is going on in the beginning of the story.

[@liamnidas]

I think that's fair enough. It's probably not what anyone expected Frieren's first op to be. I think the ending song does a better job of personifying Frieren.

[@Circle9ru]

i think OP 1 fit not for first episodes, more like for entire season. the lyrics sure fit first episodes, but the tone is fit for what this show on its core is - a melanholic adventure.

[@bammagera127]

Frieren, is to me something that is great 8.6?

[@liamnidas]

It's a 10/10 for me

[@Circle9ru]

ok, 8.6, then tell what it doesn't have to be 10/10. your rank must be based on something.

[@ObiwanNekody]

I do want to say that I feel bad for poor Vinland Saga. So good but not able to break out of it's niche.

[@liamnidas]

That's another masterpiece too. Everyone who watches it loves it but it can be hard to pin it down.

[@Circle9ru]

when you come in some tall building and see ppl living there, did you ever think ppl on lowers floors are bad just because someone live above them? same here, its not bad just because there is something better.

[@Sylentdeath]

16:00 2 opennings and 2 Endings. First episode end with Bliss as Ending

[@liamnidas]

You're absolutely right. Completely forgot about that.

[@zlozlozlo]

Sorry dude, that's not how you pronounce "elf". Your pronunciation sounds more like "owl".

[@liamnidas]

It's my dodgy accent unfortunately

[@zlozlozlo]

@@liamnidas make accent less dodgy

[@liamnidas]

@@zlozlozlo I'll work on it

[@Gecko3456]

This is the best Anime Adaption ever until know. Im so Happy that my favorite Manga got this godlike Adaption!!

[@liamnidas]

Easily one of the best adaptations I've ever seen. I'm so glad the anime did frier justice.