Frieren is a Hopeful Masterpiece (On How to Love, Awkwardly)

[@Mir_Teiwaz]

Anyone who thinks Frieren (both the character and the show) are emotionless must think that you need to be super emotive to show emotions. I struggle with showing most emotions and I saw a lot of myself in Frieren. Frieren shows she cares in more subtle ways and I appreciated seeing someone like that take the lead role in a show.

[@failurextreme7084]

The show used facial emotions so subtly but so powerfully to show the budding relationship between stark and fern (whether romantic or not) in that dance scene. When it starts, Fern looks so uncomfortable, and then she looks at Stark, and her discomfort fades, and after the camera pans past Starks head obstructing the view of Ferns face you see that she is smiling. That level of storytelling without words but also without exaggerated movements or expressions is extremely rare, especially in anime. You see her go from uncomfortable in the situation to eventually finding comfort in Stark until finally she is outright enjoying herself.

[@Talon1124]

My view is that Frieren seems emotionless to humans because of the simple fact of time. Humans live in the now in the moment, passing one after another. They feel their emotions immediately and powerfully. Elves, on the other hand, feel their feelings, but their lifespans allow them, normally, to come to terms with them over years or decades. Frieren crying over Himmel is an anomaly to Elves as we've been shown. But that's probably because of Himmel and Heiter and Eisen. That 1/100th of her life changed her that much. Note: I say Humans feel etc etc. Based entirely on the source of the anime, not real life.

[@xdrawesome314x4]

I don't like the execution of the story still, I'm watching the first episode, A lack of conflict cause Characters are talking and the pacing is slow cause no one in immediate danger no valuables are at risk so no sense of tension also if frieren is immortal why would she have emotional investment in anyone if she knows she'll outlive all of them? Treat her like Dr Manhattan if anything then this show also lacks any compelling meaning like yea they talk about old age and "finding humanity" but no serious moral dilemma or compromises no technicality like a clash of opposing ideals or personal beliefs I just don't like this execution it's wayyyy too slow and the body language of these characters don't show any hidden intentions or versatility either no subliminal messages ... I this show equal to bungou stray dogs in terms of quality

[@tanthalashalfelven6978]

@@xdrawesome314x4 i feel like if your complaint is there isn't action and no ones in danger you missed the point which i believe to be to learn to enjoy life even if you know any attachments you may find will eventually leave you shouldn't just give up but keep moving forward doing you best and enjoying both the small and big things and try to look back on the moments with those you love know even if they aren't here they aren't forgotten. stories don't all need to be big action packed moments of people in danger and why would the characters have any hidden intentions they would be pointless to the story being told.

[@centripetal6157]

The show itself points out that Frieren is unusually emotionless... Even in Himmels funeral in episode 1 there is a scene where this is pointed out to the viewer. Even Frieren explains that she is a little cold. That's also the entire premise of the show - that she "supposedly" gains more emotions and humanity as the show goes along...

[@rumaristo129]

Frieren has only ever cried for Himmel. She cried on Heiter's deathbed because she regretted not spending enough time with Himmel. She wanted Heiter and Fern to make more memories together because their relationship reminded her of her relationship with Himmel.

[@LocklanStareyes]

You know, that probably makes more sense, but I like to think it was a little of both reasons. Thanks for the perspective!

[@diedforamir365]

the final episode with himmel talking about goodbyes recontextualizes the first time we see her cry entirely, truly brilliant writing

[@genesishep]

I am not certain why @rumaristo129 's comment is upsetting/disturbing to me, but it is. Maybe it is due to how much loss I've personally experienced in life and my ability to relate or simply how cold and selfish Frieren' s character would have to be in order to think in such a manner? I like her character and so would prefer not to imagine her in that way. Or perhaps it is because of how one-dimensional it makes her character out to be. Either way I don't know how you can say such a thing, nonsense. Frieren isn't written as a jaded character who is incapable of loving and caring for others. A bit clueless when it comes to understanding emotions? Sure, but she is not absent of them. If she were she would have no ability to cry if she lost Fern either and I simply can't imagine that. So OF COURSE she'd shed tears over Heiter while sitting at his deathbed. And those tears would be for him, not Himmel. I agree in those circumstances old memories can come flooding in. Thoughts and grief over the loss of yet another person you cared for might also bring others to mind. But to imply she only had the capability to love and cry for one being is so out there I can't follow the logic. Love has no such boundaries or restrictions and the heart's ability to love is endless. To imply she was not capable of shedding a tear for a dear friend as he literally lay dying in front of her eyes makes me question how much loss you have yet to experience in your life. To quote Eisen, "That's not how relationships work" and I certainly wouldn't want to wish for you to experience more loss to find more of an understanding. I am a romantic at heart myself but people are building up this romance to be far more then would ever be possible for this writer to depict. At this rate people are going to be sorely disappointed at the story's conclusion.

[@rumaristo129]

@@genesishep I'm sorry my comment was upsetting to you. I think Frieren is still in the process of understanding relationships and at this point she would totally cry if Fern or Stark passed away. She didn't cry over Heiter because she actually got to say a proper goodbye to him. In Himmel's case, she took his life for granted, and not spending enough time with him is her biggest regret. Her inability to recognize Himmel's romantic feelings is tragic but relatable. Frieren is one of my favorite fictional characters ever. I'm 100% sure the writer is building up a romance between Frieren and Himmel. Have you read the manga?

[@genesishep]

@@rumaristo129 There is no need to apologize for how I took something. I appreciate your kind reply though. I'm well aware that the only person responsible for my actions or reactions is myself. I only meant to express my feelings not place blame for them. Interpretations of a work like this are always subjective and personal. I have not yet read the manga. I only learned of the story from the anime. I am purposely resisting the urge to read it since they are doing such a good job with the anime I do not want to ruin the surprise. My comment about the level of build up comes from both personal experience and how common the same feelings are often expressed by others who fail to manage their expectations. Unmanaged expectations can ruin the reception if the author is unable to meet the unrealistic expectations fans have fantasized about. There are so many examples of this happening particularly in the anime world. And so, at the conclusion I expect that Frieren will realize her feelings and emotions at some point in the story however her personality wouldn't mesh with an overly emotional display. I expect some tears, some reflection, some regret, acceptance and lastly a realization that the time they spent together was precious. Perhaps an admission that describing their Journey as a mere 10 years was completely inaccurate. Beyond that I have no clue what grand gestures fans are expecting. Does that make sense?

[@HarukoZ]

Denken throwing hands like Mash made him the MVP of that round. That and him spoiling his teammates like his own grandkids was too wholesome.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Best Grandpa hands down

[@ThyFloorestFloor]

I was so ready to love to hate that guy, but I ended up just loving him all the way. One of the best twists in the way the show handles its characters.

[@blu5021]

@@LocklanStareyeshe genuinely is my favorite character with stark. He’s there for so little but he’s such a gem

[@saxassoon]

Really hit them with "I'm out of mana, but not out of options" grindset. But granted, that's what you need to be a first class mage.

[@sentryion3106]

Frieren really embodies the hope for humanity. It is realistic, but it doesn’t take the doom and dreaded mood that most modern media takes. Frieren portray humanity’s bright side without over exaggerating it. A true rare state for a modern media where being cynical is being realistic

[@HollowPhntm]

I’m exaggerating when I mean this, but it’s a crime most media isn’t like this, but then again, I guess it makes these “diamonds in the rough” gleam all the more brighter.

[@kuroharudere2735]

The part where you discuss about Stark realizing that Eisen and his brother was never disappointed in him, but actually loved him almost made me cry

[@LocklanStareyes]

Honestly it almost got me when I watched the anime

[@xdrawesome314x4]

I don't like the execution of the story still, I'm watching the first episode, A lack of conflict cause Characters are talking and the pacing is slow cause no one in immediate danger no valuables are at risk so no sense of tension also if frieren is immortal why would she have emotional investment in anyone if she knows she'll outlive all of them? Treat her like Dr Manhattan if anything then this show also lacks any compelling meaning like yea they talk about old age and "finding humanity" but no serious moral dilemma or compromises no technicality like a clash of opposing ideals or personal beliefs I just don't like this execution it's wayyyy too slow and the body language of these characters don't show any hidden intentions or versatility either no subliminal messages ... I this show equal to bungou stray dogs in terms of quality

[@HollowPhntm]

It got me bawling my eyes out and having to rewind to then tear up a little more. 😭😂

[@kay_faraday]

Only almost?

[@lynpotter6471]

If tearful goodbyes aren't our style, why are my eyes so wet?!

[@LocklanStareyes]

Not sure, might be a software bug

[@LunaBlanche7328]

Frieren made me realise why I still can smile, laugh, and be happy even with the tragic past I've had - the deaths of family I used to love and the regrets I've had, and that's because I do love the present - the current people around me who cares about my existence and remembers me, the hopes my long gone loved ones had for me, and that it would be an insult to them if I live miserably.

[@shreyamishra6310]

I can’t thank you enough for writing this comment. Everything you’ve said really resonated with me. I was miserable after losing my parents but I do realise I love everyone I have in my present and that’s why I’m okay living now. ❤

[@christianhowell3140]

*looks at 500 view count" Now that's some bullshit. This is a masterpiece of a video

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks Christian, hopefully that number keeps going up

[@chrisschultz8598]

A heartfelt, thoughtful analysis on a genius piece of storytelling. For example, I missed that Frieren reminded Serie that Serie maintained her flower garden with the same field of flowers spell that she declared worthless. No wonder she banned Frieren for a thousand years. No one likes it when their hypocrisy is exposed as being that transparent. But Frieren sums it up best when she tells Lerner: "Serie is a child."

[@LocklanStareyes]

Oh I forgot she said that but totally

[@torgeirbruket6914]

In spite of what Serie says, she is proud, of Flamme, of Frieren

[@anakin-is-panakin]

They taught Frieren not how to be human but how to interact with humanity 😭 god I love this anime so much. What a good video

[@Paratet]

There' s one thing I love about how this series treats time and love. It's two short scenes between Frieren and Serie. Flamme knew Serie would tear up Flamme's final will on reflex, but also knew Serie's love for magic and more importantly her student. So, even if it took hundreds of years, Serie would take on human students. If not for her love of magic, but her love of her students.

[@runawaythoughts5183]

Jokes on you I cried anyways- this was beautifully written my god! I’ve watched a lot of essays on Frieren, but this one comes the closest to capturing how I feel about the series. Even though people discuss the flaws of Serie’s philosophy or how the demons have no connections to highlight Frieren’s growth in making connections, none of them seemed to discuss how the wider world fits in with the more intimate and personal messaging. Frieren is just one person that was touched by her party, and her kindness ripples out through the entire world. All the characters have lost something, lost someone, but they keep choosing to love and care and connect all the same, in defiance of what they “should” be or “should” do. Thank you for writing this, I’ll definetly be looking forward to your work in the future.

[@LocklanStareyes]

I’m glad you liked it! It definitely was hard bringing all the themes I wanted together in a way that made sense so I’m happy it came across that way

[@apg13997]

I like that you talked about Frieren being a mother to Fern and Stark. It's what drew me in.

[@pandabosch]

That last 5 minutes makes me really scared for the end of the manga whenever it comes. I can already see the black panel that reads "50 years after their journey ended" turn the page to Frieren holding the hand of an 80 year old Fern in bed. Can't wait for you Dungeon Meshi video. What a whimsically eldtrich series of hijinks those characters get up to.

[@stone-hand]

It is an almost inevitable scene... But if there is also a couple of Fern granddaughters and they call Frieren "great grandma", I will already be happy.

[@bobislav85]

Or maybe Fern standing next to Frieren's grave, because she died as the only way to go to heaven and be with Himmel ;(

[@diegootero1686]

​@@bobislav85I heavily doubt this, it would either imply a violent death or suicide which is very very not likely for Frieren.

[@PortRhouse]

Imagine for your debut as an anime director you create Bocchi the Rock, and then for your very next show you follow it up by directing Frieren. Absolutely unreal artistic talent and creative vision. That’s in addition to numerous key animation roles for Oshi no Ko, Mob Psycho, and many more immaculately crafted shows. Keiichirou Saitou is on another level, I can’t wait to see what he does next.

[@matthew5818]

You explained everything I love about frieren in an hour, amazing video

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks Matthew!

[@timkai]

The 'love' you are speaking of at the end of the video is probably 'Agape' (Ah-gah-pey). And while I had never considered it that way before, I rather like the concept of Frieren-as-love-story. Great video, friend! Thank you!

[@manjiimortal]

It's easy to see how this video meant to you, and you sounded really emotional at the end. I also really liked how you finished the essay by talking about Frieren and Fern's relationship, and and I adored how you presented it as a Mother/Daughter relationship, which is also how I see it, and I feel like people don't talk about it as much as I feel they should.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks! Yeah I really wanted to at least discuss it after everything cause I missed it in my first video and it really is the heart of the series

[@talison461]

i havent even watched this anime yet but that last section about frieren raising fern like a daughter genuinly made me shed a tear and im not even kidding!! i dont know how to feel now, i dont know what to think because no other piece of media has ever actually managed to make me cry. but that last part of the video went hard!! now i know what it feels like! thank you dude!! fr, thank you!!

[@LocklanStareyes]

@@talison461 you’re welcome!

[@TheTexasDice]

The mage exam was such a brilliant arc, because on top of reinforcing how strong Frieren's and Fern's personalities are, we get the best world building for a magic system I have ever seen.

[@LocklanStareyes]

I’m excited to see how it’s built upon later

[@Demianlauer]

Frieren revived my love for anime and gave me a love for medieval fantasy stories. Frieren changed my whole perspective on how to see life and the passage of time and why we should value our friends, family and loved ones with a unique narrative and spectacular animation. I have already seen the anime twice and when I catch up with the manga I will go for the third one!!! Without a doubt one of the best Shonens of the last generation and the best anime of last year.

[@v.insider_]

The way segments of this video made me smile and tear up simultaneously is akin to my journey watching the show. I love how you deliver the story to its purest form.

[@LocklanStareyes]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! Sorry for the tears

[@danck941]

As emotional as this fantastic show is. I somehow never shed any tears watching it. However as finishing the show, and thinking about how much it meant to me while watching it made my tear up after, and this review made all of those feelings come rushing back, and I teared up again.

[@raynerreviews]

The Only problem with this video, it's the fact that it doesn't have 1 Million of Views, You were capable of made me cry so many times, this is one of the best videos about Frieren I've ever seen

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thank you!

[@TimeturnerJ]

You have a real gift for heartfelt narration. :') I cried quite a bit over this. And it was certainly helped by your excellent choice of background music, too - you really know how to set a scene.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks! I’m not the greatest at fancy edits so I try my best where I can

[@iiJaws]

Thank you soo much, for making me cry about Frieren again

[@LocklanStareyes]

You’re welcome

[@lavendeleule2947]

51.52 minutes... and I loved every second of it, thank you for all the work and your authenticity 😊

[@LocklanStareyes]

You’re very welcome!thanks for watching!

[@HollowPhntm]

The amount of times I cried, both of joy and introspection, during the duration of this masterful video essay is pretty tantamount to your wonderful narration and the amazing story of Frieren. The many allusions that connected with me and the vast cast of characters was not something I was expecting, I’m gonna be honest, but it’s helped given me a better understanding of myself and of those I have close relations with in this life we happen to find ourselves in. Thanks man; also no pressure, but keep up the great work 🤍🙌🏼😤😊

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thank you! I’ll keep it up

[@NarwhalPrime]

Thought-provoking and poignant analysis of the anime. I watched it twice during some low moments recently, and found it refreshing and reaffirming of the anime's lessons in humanity. Thank you.

[@kingdraconias]

Frieren pulled at my heart in a way few modern anime are able to pull off in a non-superficial way. Great video dude, your hard work is appreciated.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks king, I’m glad

[@StonetheDestroyer42]

I love the use of the Tears of the Kingdom soundtrack. It jibes so well with Frieren. So much stylistic and aesthetic overlap between the two.

[@vegito9019]

As BOTW and Frieren are both my favourite video game and anime (I played and watched both recently) I can tell that I see a bunch of parallels between the two. After and odyssey, both Link and Frieren, two young-adult looking characters, learn to enjoy the colorful and magnificent world they live in while remembering their past, during a quest to meet their beloved (it’s canon). I think many would agree with me when I say both are their best in their respective areas.

[@Coco3000]

Thank you for making a video on this series. I alsoluetely bawled while while watching to the end. You beautifully summed up all those mundane but grandiose experiences and the deeper meaning behind them. I hope more people can get to experience this masterpiece Frieren: Beyond Journey's End.

[@LocklanStareyes]

You’re very welcome!

[@lenOwOo]

Evan call music sounds like coming from someone who read, and understand every chapter of the manga.

[@FPOillustrations]

This video essay was beautiful and put into words what frieren really is. But I have to admit that that last part, about not having emotions really touched my heart. I myself thought at first that this anime would be mediocre and generic, with frieren and fern being the typical cold and emotionless characters, but I couldn't have been more wrong. And in fact, upon watching it, I realized that those two characters are the ones I can really relate to. All my life I've been told that I'm cold, even that I didn't love my brother or that I haven't really fallen in love, just because I don't express my emotions with hugs and kisses every moment and I don't like saying I love you just because, I truly believe that love is something ''that is shown, not said'' and it is not shown by kissing and hugging someone all the time (while often failing them) but through small and mundane actions, being by their side, taking care of them, thinking of the best for that person without looking for anything in return. Being told that I didn't love my brother really hurt me when I was young but now, my brother kind of praises me (although he wouldn't tell me but I've heard it from his girlfriend and our own mother), and I firmly believe that it's because he has understood my way of loving him and has learned valuable lessons from me and I am partly responsible for the man he has become, the same goes for my boyfriend who has been with me for 12 years now, (being my first and only partner) respecting, loving and caring for each other in our own way, and for me that's all that matters.

[@FlyingNakedPanda]

Your choice in background music is masterful. You seem to understand beyond what makes masterpieces special. Thank you for your work.

[@LocklanStareyes]

You’re very welcome! Took a while to find all the tracks I wanted to use

[@vianneyb.8776]

For those interested, the name of the soundtrack when Clone Frieren unleashes a black hole is called "Knife to the Throat", and it is funny how, despite it appearing in the preceding episode and even as far back as Stark's fight against Linie, I cannot associate it with anything other than the Frieren vs Frieren fight. Same thing with "Zoltraak". It first played during the fight against Qual, but I really noticed it during Fern's fight against Lügner. And the soundtrack for the passing of time is my favorite of the whole OST along with "Knife to the Throat".

[@LocklanStareyes]

That definitely is a great ost. I also really like Frieren the Slayer

[@lukeheisel8]

This is such a high quality video and I was shocked when I saw it was a small creator. You have so much passion in you’re voice and I love seeing that! thank you for making this video!

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks for the kinds words Luke! Glad you enjoyed it

[@liz5100]

Thank you! So many people see Frieren as this horribly depressing almost parable about time and what it takes. Not what it gives. Which is what I got from the show, that time gives much more than it takes. You just have to participate in it.

[@vegito9019]

Naw bro you really made a masterpiece. The more time passes, the more I learn to understand this kind of stories. Nonetheless I’m not educated enough. I had that feeling that Frieren was the best anime I have ever seen, but I just didn’t fully understand many things. I need this kind of videos not just to learn, but also to acknowledge how good the anime I was watching actually is. So I thank you. And even if I had written like 200 lines of why I love this anime before this video, I now get that this wasn’t simply cinema and the best anime that I’ve ever seen, it is the fucking peak of the 7th art, nothing is above it. I could write a couple of dozen paragraphs about how I feel about this anime, but I’m just going to say the following thing. SNK was the first serious anime that I’ve watched, it was one of these stories that played a major role in my political orientation, philosophy and broad views of the world (I became a libertarian communist with the time). I immediately hated war with all my heart, and I understood why I had to flee my country: to flee war. This was in 2021-2023. This year I watched Vinland Saga and the second season made it become my favourite anime. But this is important because now I not only did hate war, but I also craved peace and enlarged that feeling of wanting to be a better person that I’ve had since I discovered TLOTR like 7 years ago. But then Frieren made me realise, well, everything you said and more. Most of the people around me think I’m overly optimistic, and maybe I am, but Frieren is a counter example of that broadly known quote which says “good man creates good times, good times creates weak men…”. I don’t know, it’s beautiful, it’s music to my ears, it’s realistic, Frieren is an op character but down to earth, human and real. This is the best shit I’ve ever seen and I want more.

[@vegito9019]

Ik that what I’m about to add is pretty well known and overly repeated, but the way it shows and tells that the small things are indeed what matter. Money, status and power will never bring joy and are worthless. What matters is, well, I hate to put it in these words because it feels too soapy, though what matters is to be free and to love, but far too many people disregard these two aspects which are the most important aspects in life.

[@jejlanmati7270]

I love this anime (planning on reading the manga cause I’m desperate for more) but I could never put my finger on it. The emotional storytelling had me hooked. The concept of an immortal going through life where most of her friends have passed, intrigued me. The fantasy is breathtaking. Yet I couldn’t find the words. This video essay was able to find said words. Now I’m determined to get a Frieren tattoo!

[@LocklanStareyes]

@@jejlanmati7270 good luck with the tattoo!

[@marlonsalvadorbandal3278]

I can't wait to see Denken getting more screentime and more thresh-out story in S2

[@LocklanStareyes]

Oh yeah! I’ve only seen heard a tiny bit about what happens in the manga but I’m really excited to see him come back

[@bitwisedevs469]

Can't believed I've finish this even though I really love Frieren. Keep up the good work, really enjoy it.

[@dougousdingous]

This video captures exactly what i like about frieren so much. Great job man.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks!

[@Questionableaddict]

Take my like... bawled like a baby half way through. Good solid work on this.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thank you, sorry for the tears

[@gressilq]

you sound like youre about to cry multiple times in this video and it made ME cry lol. you're an amazing storyteller.

[@LocklanStareyes]

@@gressilq thank you!

[@helgawhiteblue]

Good job. I'm proud of you. I'm so glad I can experience such beautiful work of once mind. Keep going, you'll do well.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thank you Hel!

[@Vasily-D]

I have seen a lot of frieren videos and yours isn't as unique as some, but it is way better than most. Great job! You deserve way more subscribers

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks Dude! Yeah, it’s a bit hard to be unique when everyone wants to talk about this anime (and rightfully so) but I try to make it as good as I can regardless

[@TheBlackForestOffice]

this anime has such beautiful animation, also starry's videos are always so easy to just listen too for some reason

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks dude!

[@LightStrife94]

I can’t help but to put it into the greatest of all time category.. this anime is just that special.

[@tlesser-aase7394]

None of the characters in Frieren are throw away. Every one of them, even the villagers or other regular people they meet in passing on their journey are meaningful. This show feels alive because of that. And don't you dare think I didn't catch you putting Aeris' theme at the end of your video. Well chosen, but dang, way to put another emotional layer on this emotional series.

[@genericplantlife]

Goddamn this video is beautifully written and delivered. A fitting tribute to a beatifully written and delivered show.

[@connerpayne8844]

One of the best video essays I have ever seen!

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thank you!

[@andrecontreras2792]

Thank you so much for your work and speculation, this truly is the pinnacle of story telling.

[@KemptonLam]

Watching and enjoying your well written and delivered analysis. Amongst the top 10 of all Frieren analysis videos I've watched,maybe even top 5! Keep up the good work!❤❤

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks KemptonLam, will do!

[@ariii_arii]

the whole video was wonderful but getting to the end, hearing your description of frieren and ferns relationship. I never expected myself to be close to tears but you did just that. Being there for her "daughter's" entire life is such a hard hitting sentence for both of their pasts. I love this analysis so much, it gives me hope that people can change and we can love each other so awkwardly but so dearly!

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thank you arii, i hope so too

[@OneMoreMeme_INeedYou]

Excellent video! I think its a testament to the script and editing that the 50 minutes flew by before I realized. The epilogue had me crying XD

[@sofiakaos5278]

I actually had that same thought cross my mind. Especially with that opening... Cant wait to get home and watch this video

[@vonmusel6158]

A pure love that defies time. Thank you for filming

[@gabrielfranca2366]

1. Don't you just love it when you're watching an amazing video essay, you check the time bar and there's still an entire half of an hour left. 2. Excellent use of Octopath Traveler music, nicely done 3. This video has no right getting me choked up, several times in a row (Nicely done, again)

[@LocklanStareyes]

@@gabrielfranca2366 thanks! I’m glad you liked it

[@folcwinep.pywackett8517]

Brilliant and highly accurate essay on "Frieren: Beyond Journey's End"! Bravo! But at least for me, this is a fantasy story that plays like reality, because at her core, she feels the reality of transcendental love; a world where people care about others. Let fantasy rest on the shelf while one takes down to heart the real of her core emotion, the mother love between Frieren and Fern which both lost but find as each becomes the mother to the other.

[@Sean71976]

Very well done. Probably the best commentary on Frieren I've seen yet.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks!

[@grandslayer]

Thanks for mentioning the music, Evan Call always knock it out of the park, and on Frieren , he overdid himself, it's a masterpiece.

[@olixpatdo8181]

Frieren made me appreciate anime more. I started watching anime just a couple of years back and it was a really great experience watching Frieren and her mimic

[@LocklanStareyes]

It’s definitely a show that make your really appreciate the medium

[@daringwolverin]

How dare you make me feel my feeling😭! This anime was the best especially in retrospect

[@nathanscarlett4772]

Yup, this made me cry about the show again. Its just simply beautiful. Thank you!

[@LocklanStareyes]

@@nathanscarlett4772 glad you enjoyed it!

[@nerdming]

Great job on the video! I just finished all the episodes and have been diving deeper into the meaning of the show. Thanks for sharing I really learned a lot.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Glad you enjoyed the video and the show!

[@seanpatrickperfecto7426]

This was beautiful. Thank you for this.

[@francescaclara8225]

I think this review is so beautiful, it encapsulates really well the message of the anime but also it shows how powerful its impact can be on the viewers, cause your emotion and the love you have for it shined through so clearly. But the end... That last part about Frieren being a mother brought me to tears, it is so incredibly true and their bond is so, so wonderful, and you described it perfectly, thank you

[@LocklanStareyes]

You’re very welcome! That was my favorite section to write

[@robertobzrr]

Perfect review! You just said everything I wanted and can't found the right words. Thanks. ❤

[@km_slm410]

i cant believe you made love frieren even more, i thought i saw everything frieren could offer, but when i saw it from a different perspective i realised im still far from it, thank you for making this video

[@Nuriawall555]

I have watched a lot of Frieren video essays in the last 2 months but this is absolutely my favourite so far. Almost cried a couple times. Great job!

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thank you! Sorry for the tears!

[@Nuriawall555]

No don't be sorry, I love when video essays make me cry lmao

[@thinkingoverage12]

I've seen a ton of Frieren analyses, but this might be the most evocative of them all. And just like Frieren, it did that through a pure and simple message. Amazing video! Can't wait to see more of your work.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thank you for the kind words! I’m glad you enjoyed it

[@fuyuverse]

oh my god!! finally I found someone else who also loves evan call's work!! everytime I find an ost that rips my heart out, it's usually evan call :)

[@shigeo_0421]

Your video left me rather amazed. A skillfully thought out script; a meticulous breakdown on the characters, thoughts, and themes; and a passionate delivery throughout the video. An excellently delivered analysis for a exquisitely written show. Everything you said solidifies that Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is truly an anime worthy of being called a masterpiece.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thank you! I really appreciate the kind words

[@briancarter9927]

Frieren is among my top favorite anime of all-time, tbh could've even gone for a longer review :p, seriously well written though, gives those of us waiting for season 2 to start something to think about and appreciate which is definitely appreciated, especially by someone who enjoyed it at least as much as we did

[@LocklanStareyes]

Glad you enjoyed it! If I had more time I definitely would have enjoyed making a longer one

[@ethanteige]

Great video! Love the passion that comes through the thoughtful breakdown of this absolutely beautiful work of fiction. Thank you for sharing your love 🙏💙

[@person707]

This video is a straight up masterpiece, i havent seen anything that articulates the point of Frieren as well as this. Definitely stealing some of your lines to try to convince my friends to watch Frieren haha.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Feel free! I hope it works

[@ChaunchoCYM]

Wonderful video! Something to point out that i think alot of people misunderstood about Methode passing the exam is that Methode can't be read by Serie. At a glance and presumably by reasing their mana(?) Serie is able to strong grasp the character and thoughts of each examinee with the exception of only Methode. Methode is the only character that is questioned by Serie as to know what she's thinking and that in itself shows some level of promise.

[@actionjaxon517]

Loved how you used Octopath Traveler's theme matched with this anime

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks! It’s a great soundtrack and I thought it fit the vibe well

[@BlackReshiram]

this show really made me bawl my fucking eyes out because funnily enough i relate a lot to frieren while being completely different in the ways we express ourselves. it feels both bad to feel so called out and yet cradled and held and told "shhh its okay. you can still change and make the most of what you have now" by such a beautiful story.

[@vingvingduy1779]

Man that was such a beautiful video essay. You perfectly managed to capture why i love this show so much, almost teared up at some parts of the video. Keep it up!

[@LocklanStareyes]

Will do! Thanks for the comment!

[@un_tizio_a_caso2701]

I really liked the analysis, the best one I've seen so far (not that I've seen many or that my opinion about this count, but still), it really gets to the point of the show! Btw I perceived some soundtracks from Octopath Traveler (I have to play it) and Zelda, great choices! I also appreciated how you picked the ones which suited the scene best and put them with excellent timings. You have talent, keep up!

[@LocklanStareyes]

@@un_tizio_a_caso2701 thanks for the kind words! And you’re correct, there’s a lot of octopath music I used

[@willwheatly6665]

i'm a bit late to it, but this video is amazing, I teared up and couldn't stop grinning multiple times throughout, it is genuinely one of the best videos i've ever seen, imagine my surprise when I see the subscriber count, You deserve way more, and I absolutely believe it is just a matter of time, thank you for this video

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks Will!

[@Dechral]

It's crazy how much I love this show, thx for sharing

[@d.zidane7850]

This is such a fun and will written video

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thank you! I had a good time writing it

[@weaverIOG]

Video like this deserve a praise *headpats*❤

[@TheSomewhatAsian]

While it’s not an outright sad tale, it is a highly emotional one. You captured perfectly some of the many thoughts I’ve had about this masterpiece. Brilliant background music choices as well! Man Dragon Quest has some stellar songs. Also, I may be mistaken but I think you took the naming convention from Himmel and in turn created “Flammel”from Flamme.

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks and your right about the name, my mistake

[@TheSomewhatAsian]

Brother, if a one letter mishap is the only flaw I can find in your near-hour video, I’d consider that a massive win. May the algorithm show favor upon you among the sea of other Frieren essays!

[@princephrog]

I love how the Dragon Quest music works so well.

[@RedShadowAMV]

This video is like x20 better than your last one regarding Frieren and I just want give credit where credit is due for the phenomenal, beautiful review you've made here

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thank you!

[@aquajeth4965]

This is a beautiful video for a beautiful anime. Truly one of the best animes of all time.

[@Lox_504]

commenting for the algorithm because holy shit that's such a masterpiece You deserve way more than just 9k views

[@KabutoGatack009]

By far my favourite kind of video. From how you delivered, to the tone of your voice, it really showed how much you enjoyed Frieren for its themes and other aspects. The Stark section hit me the most as its very relatable. Relatable to the fact that we can think that all this time we may have brought only dissappointment to the ones we love/care for. However, through another perspective from a third party or simply remembering those moments. It can mean a whole different thing. Love, as a whole, is truly most awkward feeling and emotion, but the strongest once communication has reached.

[@uoege690]

man, that‘s a crazy good video. I really don‘t know what the youtube algorithm is doing wrong, you should have a lot more views

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks! Still hoping the algorithm gods decide to offer a hand

[@ObiwanNekody]

Excellent video. Thank you very much for sharing 😊

[@starofaetherius]

You did such a good job. I was going to specify something but i forgot as i got lost thinking about the show. So just... the whole video was good, and deserving of a headpat and a steak. Good job :)

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thanks you very much!

[@pastanick48]

I agreed with everything you said, frieren is one of (if not the) best masterpiece in modern anime. Alongside bocchi, there's been countless videos essays and the such about the 2 anime being uploaded by thousands of people to this day. They've both had such a massive impact on the anime world as a whole and I'm interested to see what else keiichirou will direct and bless us with. Just as bocchi still hasn't died out after a year and a half, i doubt frieren will either, and i think it'll stay as no. 1 on mal for a pretty good amount of time as it has been for months after s1 finished so far. This is definitely and anime i will recommend to new anime fans in the future.

[@kyoko270]

God this is a good video on frieren, i almost cried halfway through

[@LocklanStareyes]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! I had a great time making it

[@kyoko270]

@@LocklanStareyes thankyou! Glad u had a great time

[@wanderingdelonix]

this essay made me cry more than the actual show lol. amazing work here

[@LocklanStareyes]

Thank you!

[@fireferna]

this was truly beautiful, thank you for the review

[@LocklanStareyes]

You’re welcome! Thanks for the comment