KRAFT THE ELF ✨| Frieren Beyond Journey's End | 1x11 REACTION "Winter in the Northern Lands"

[@antonkarenin7332]

Kraft's answer to the nihilism of Elves' long existence is believing in the Godess. And Frieren's collecting silly spells.

[@adammoore9772]

I had no idea how much I would love this anime. I generally prefer a more action packed and fight-filled anime (Naruto, JJK, etc.) but Frieren completely caught me off guard and I couldn't be happier about it. I enjoy its slower paced exposition-filled moments more than any of the sprinkled in combat portions. Frieren is a beautiful story.

[@MaryBaker-ev6cu]

Frieren really does exposition well. I’m not sure what it is, but characters interacting just feels so natural. If you think you would enjoy another slower paced anime, I definitely recommend Natsume’s book of friends. I won’t say it’s as good as Frieren, but it is character focused and I think it’s also a beautiful story.

[@adammoore9772]

@@MaryBaker-ev6cu I will definitely check it out, thanks for the recommendation!

[@Dan-vo7vc]

And when there IS action, it stands out so much more!

[@Some_guy_passing_by]

Frieren is STILL action packed . I would say , the action scenes in Frieren are more efficient than Naruto or JJK where we often wonder wtf is going on and then the characters go on to explain for an hour what's happening or the rules blah blah; while Frieren deals this in a good pace . We have action , romance, silly antics and slice of life and we can enjoy everything.m

[@Wholesome_Sensei]

I believe this is called Iyashikei genre . It basically means 'Healing anime '. If you like frieren try Mushishi and Natsume's book of friends as someone already mentioned above.

[@johnnynoise7897]

The fact that in elf terms Frieren is still young still amazes me... Because she's a thousand years old!

[@zmortis111]

Frieren still looks like she could pass for 12-13 in human years. Kraft looks like a full-grown human adult in their prime. Later on when the elf Serie is introduced, you should note she looks like she could pass for 15-16 in human years. This should give you an idea that Kraft is downright ancient.

[@saranyasaha7274]

@zmortis111 ​@zmortis111 Serie is as old as, if not older than Kraft. Remember that she was there when the goddess walked the earth. Kraft never saw the goddess. He might have been around that time but that's up for speculation. I would say Kraft and Serie are both over 10000 years old.

[@saranyasaha7274]

​@@zmortis111 .

[@genostellar]

I tend to play Dungeons and Dragons, and in my game I've decided that Astral Elves, having attuned themselves to the Astral Plane, age as they did there, 1 day every 1000 years. I like to think that the elves in Frieren are the same, if they age at all past a certain point.

[@Idk-ro9nt]

@@zmortis111 appearances mean nothing for elves. Once elves reach maturity, they never physically age again. They’re literally immortal, meaning elves can’t die by old age. Only through disease or battle or something else can they die. Serie is the oldest of the three

[@genostellar]

I think what Kraft was saying was that he did great things in his past, righteous deeds, but now he's noticed that he's been completely forgotten by the world with time and the only hope he holds onto is that the goddess knows of his deeds and will praise him for them. I try to put myself into that mindset from time to time to understand how he must feel.

[@MareBelloFioretm]

Its kinda sad that elves are so rare that frieren and kraft legit need a minute to realize they bumped into a fellow elf.

[@panagiotismanifavas]

yes is sad. Imagine you have to see another of your kind for centuries. The demon king was meshed up for oredering the demons to kill the elves. But i can imagine why he did it. Eleves has so much potential like frieren and wich she was able to defeat so much powerfull demons. So proprably he was afraid off them

[@jebes909090]

@@panagiotismanifavas i dont even think its the potential for magic, its more the long memories of elves. a generation or two with humans and whole histories can be erased. you cant do that with elves as they live 1000's of years.

[@panagiotismanifavas]

@@jebes909090 valid point

[@MegaMrASD]

12:35 We don't know exactly how old he is. All we know is, he is old enough to have freacking wrinkles under his eyes, and treats a 1000+ year old Frieren like a child. Also he saved the world so long ago, even by the time Frieren was born everyone has already forgotten about it. So potentially 2-3 or even 4000 years old. So far no character could tell what the upper limit of Elves' lifespan is.

[@PrinceAli628]

One of the things that I also love the most about Freiren is that they PERFECTLY put flashbacks, old/new lessons Freiren learns/understands, old/new relationships and the present day PERFECTLY together. Like not a single thing ever feels "out of place" or "too long" anywhere, and I've NEVER seen that before in any series for me but Freiren.

[@PrinceAli628]

Also now I have never watched this series before but I plan to VERY soon, because I've only heard great things about it, is "The Ancient Magus Bride" series. It's not exactly exactly similar in story I think, but it is fantasy/magic/witches etc. Would love to see you react to that series while I'm also watching it lol.

[@grimmturd]

Can't go wrong with Takehito Koyasu in any role. Kind of strange to hear him as such a wholesome character, tho.

[@alexlemaire7695]

Fr it caugth me of gard every time 😂

[@Tessaalera]

Honestly, even though DIO is iconic and he elevated the character so much with his amazing performance, Koyasu has such a beautiful, soothing voice, so he works very well as a wholesome character. :)

[@DarwinAwardWinner]

This episode is truly the perfect chaser after the Aura arc. I love that the entire first half of the episode is just dedicated to the aftermath of the conflict (which lasted almost 30 years). By the way, the song for that montage is by the same artist as the ending song.

[@Aldrenas]

It's Milet - Bliss. This song is used as the ending for first 4 episodes special broadcast in Japan.

[@sosaalexis48]

Today, Season 2 of Frieren got announced!!! No release date yet, but we have official confirmation that its coming!

[@artboymoy]

Frieren knew here party of heroes and friends. She just didn't cherish them then, when she had the opportunity. Kraft is so cool. You really have to wonder what life he's lived of all his rightous deeds only to have been forgotten in time. So it's neat that he's looking for something more.

[@EmiJP10]

6:22 - That song is called "Bliss" and is performed by Milet who also sings the ending song. 7:31 - That detail about the Continental Magic Association been around for about 50 years that Stark mentioned will be related to someone that will appear later on the season.

[@Ichigoku15]

I know it's weird to wish someone to cry, but I love seeing how emotional you get over how beautiful this show is. I truly believe it's a sign of that person having a verg kind heart. So keep them tears coming. We love it. 🎵 And you alright 🎵

[@pwarner]

Every little peak we get at Kraft's life is a treat. He's so cool. Pay attention to his class

[@TheMrOtanas]

Really enjoy your recaps at the beginning as well as the afterthoughts. Glad you enjoy the journey so much (even though it makes one tear up all the time, but in a way that's also beautiful).

[@gustavooliveiramartins2650]

I love the subtext that Kraft must be some crazy legendary but forgotten hero

[@bobislav85]

Frieren taught Heiter how to suppress his mana. And he taught Fern. One of the reasons why Frieren could not sense Fern's mana in episode 1 or it was 2?

[@zam023]

What is more amazing is how Heiter foresaw the future when he said "when I have my future daughter", before even he met Fern.

[@ShnNar1000x]

I think that Fern came by that skill naturally. Heiter comments on how he can barely detect her and Serie later talks about people who are naturally gifted in suppressing their mana.

[@Martyyri]

@@ShnNar1000x This episode literally suggests that Heiter taught Fern. Its the most obvious and simplest answer. Of course Fern is still very very talented. But part of that talent is that she has been studying from so young age.

[@CupOfWhiskey]

​@@zam023 he was just saying IF he ever had a daughter, it's just played out that way he didn't foresee any of it lol😊

[@nelg1994]

@@ShnNar1000x it also help that Fern was desperate to train in her young age to repay Heiter...

[@BoTonev-gp2yd]

The quiet warm sadness in Kraft's eyes! It encapsulates perfectly how he feels. It is outstanding!

[@Benny_painter]

This really is a great show, I like the going back and forth in time explaining things and showing character growth! Nice reaction as usual Flexi.

[@rockbiter7327]

I tend to like slower paced anime like Monster, and I have to say Frieren is a nice mix of actions and character development (also the music quality is insane). I feel like this show raises the bar of anime for me, which is tough that there isn't too many shows that feel like the same level of writing and quality. If I had to make a recommendation for a show to watch next, it would probably be Heavenly Delusion. It has similar things I praise Frieren for, and the story is super interesting.

[@jmhaces]

Kraft spoke of his forgotten righteous triumphs, so you can assume he used to be some famous hero history has forgotten. Probably a few times over, given his question about who Fireren was before being the mage who defeated the Demon King.

[@Tirsey]

I love the way the story pans out and how you constantly get drip fed history/backstory, the way they use it to show character growth in the most gut wrenching emotional way, the art, music... *chef's kiss* There were so many things about this anime that definitely solidified it a spot in my top 5. I cannot wait for more!

[@nightworg]

I'm glad to see your reaction to this amazing series. Frieren is just such a chill amazing story. You are going to love it I'm sure. There are so many great episode left still 🙂

[@DarwinAwardWinner]

The funny thing about Aura's demise is, we can actually be very sure that she's not coming back from that. Thanks to her own spell, she is under Frieren's complete control, so even if she somehow survived, she would STILL have to obey Frieren's last order until it is complete. She wasn't defeated when she died, she was already defeated as soon as she cast the spell.

[@druidicdwarf]

Frieren tends to leave you in the feels at the end of each episode - it's an anime that leaves you to think at the end of each episode, which is one of the reasons I love this show. I think that this show is 1 of 1 right now. I loved your thoughts and analysis of Kraft, he is such an interesting character and I hope we learn more about him soon!

[@capt.j0hn877]

Fun Fact: the song you heard in this episodes montage was also the ending song for the Special release of episode 1-4 of frieren in japan cuz it was released alltogether in one batch at once like a movie (cuz the the first 4 episodes were kinda like a prologue set up into what the plotline gonna be which in this case is for frieren and her companions to reach Ende and find Auraeole, heaven - the land of the souls)

[@seynoonrae]

Another interesting thing is that Kraft sounds like he met the goddess in the past and what I find interesting is that his image of her looks somewhat like a winged adult version of Frieren. Yet another very old character later appears who also has an image of the goddess, that character is also said to be the closest thing to the goddess in this world. This other character has blond/golden hair and her image of the goddess matches the blond/golden theme.

[@PeterButchens]

I'm glad I decided to watch your reaction to this series I was curious about. Almost makes me think that I'm watching this beautiful and well written show along with someone.

[@FrarmerFrank]

Even though the Flamel books are fakes they have real spells in them that Freiren wants........a barrier spell unrelated to the city barrier

[@samfisher6606]

Fun fact: tomorrow (technically today in Japan) is the Frieren VA's birthday. She also voices Anya in _Spy x Family,_ Gyokuyou in _Apothecary Diaries,_ Chise in _The Ancient Magus' Bride_ (highly recommend if you haven't seen it), and Juju in My Dress-Up Darling (also highly recommend if you haven't seen it).

[@wismsgre]

I know that you already saw this suggestion, but I am traing to lobby for a grassroots movement with this one, haha! The "agenda" I want to push is for Spice and Wolf. Just had a remake, and is an absolute gem! I really think you will love this show, and I hope there will be enough support for it! The other show I recommend is Violet Evergarden. This is a fan favorite, but I am affraid for anyone that watches it, since it will destory your heart like nothing else

[@rileynailling2498]

These are some great recommendations

[@Loliston]

This ending song is just so powerful, it hits so fucking hard, and if the episode didn't touched you enough, just sitting through the credits can make the tears drop

[@AnthonyG29]

We are so near!! Episode 12 is my personal favorite from this series ❤

[@CustoTriP]

Mine tooo for some reason

[@annabethchase2569]

Mine is episode 16 followed by episode 12

[@UltraHD.7]

Krafts story always makes me so melancholic, is he already what Frieren will become in a few 100 years. The only one who remembers her great deeds and the people she was with? It's really sad thinking about it. And my suggestion for you is "Bocchi the Rock". Same director as Frieren, though completely different topic. Equally wholesome and very funny. Thanks ✌🏻😊

[@silvervibranium2832]

Since you love Frieren, I would heavily recommend Voices of A Distant Star. Its a 20min 1 shot. Its an experimental style film. Literally one guy in his garage for most of it. But it was so good, it launched Makoto Shinkai to become the Modern Japanese Walt Disney. His film, Your Name is a must-see!

[@Raidanzoup]

I'm convinced there are a few things going on with Frieren collecting the fake grimoires. One could say she's just cleaning up the fakes and learning interesting spells along the way, but it's also nice to think about it as Frieren interacting with and comparing her memories of Flamme with the collective's passed down memories of Flamme. If that makes sense. She's like a fairy tale to the current times after all, she's just so far removed from the goings on of present day. But even if Flamme didn't leave those spellbooks behind for Frieren the way Himmel did, she still gets to engage with her own memories of her dear mentor.

[@Olagoob]

"I dont want to cry again" -- Bliss plays a minute later. We have no choice in the matter.

[@MaryBaker-ev6cu]

Stark’s delayed reaction after waking up next to Kraft is priceless.😂 Kraft is an interesting character, I hope we get to learn more about him.

[@Martyyri]

It was Heiter who taught Fern how to supress her mana. Because he Frieren do it first. Thats why Fern was already so difficult to find even for Frieren.

[@seynoonrae]

Much older than Frieren, Frieren seems to actually be what might be the teen stage for an elf in this story. Frierens exact age is not known, but she should be in the 1200-1300 year range estimation wise. She said to Aura she is a mage of over a 1000 years old, if she was close to 1500 or over it the wording would most likely have been different. She also was not a newborn when Flamme took her in, but she was still visually younger. She spend a few decades with Flamme and it is hard to estimate how Flamme legend from a 1000 years ago and her actual life with Frieren overlap. From Kraft and Serie (another female elf) who both consider Frieren to be young we can see that adult physiology of male and female elves does not drastically differ from humans. It also seems unlikely that elves slow aging is right from birth, this might actually be a thing for demons and explain part of their behavioral structure. For one imagine infancy to last for years or even decades of having the diapers changed, that would barely be bearable.

[@jostinwaldon3401]

Just a couple more weeks until complete sobbing! Can't wait!

[@I_am_doomed]

I bet a certain episode in the near future is gonna be her favorite

[@tamatamappi]

Kraft the Anci- Monk arrived! If you want, you can check Vivy: Flourite Eye's Song. It has amazing animation and a tearjacker lol. But surprisingly have some great fighting animation and choreography

[@wildriftgaming4906]

did u realize it was his son we saw that the soldier who surpassed aura' magic with his sheer will for a moment? And in this episode the chief fiund his sons armor. U can tell that by that family crest.

[@carbolit-fm6pw]

Second season production has been decided!!...announced some hours ago!🎉

[@pwarner]

I second the Apothecary Diaries! It's not exactly like frieren, but it's similar in quality. Both are just really good compelling stories told well. Also Kagaya-sama Love is War. Very different to Frieren, but very similar to Spy Family's 80% comedy, 20% serious deep character moments, 100% heartwarming sort of formula.

[@talkingdot]

the Elves are strange and still mysterious even in the manga but from what we know Kraft is at least 5,000+ years old while Serie is 10,000+ also Kraft was truly a bad ass in ages past kind of a analog of Frieren his legends are long gone like Frierens might be when she gets as old as Kraft is

[@pikeyMcBarkin]

The monk couldn't make a fire, so he did squats to warm the room. He was trying to save his own life.

[@gatograto]

While I've been watching your reactions, I started the journey from the episode 1 again It is still great for my third time. I have recommended this anime Saga of Tanya The Evil (Youjo Senki) and i strongly recommend it again. A romantic, melancohlic and tragic vampire story Mars Red is nice, and The Apothecary Diaries is a very good mistery too.

[@bate_0o7]

I think Kraft was probably a hero of a previous period. He said everyone who knew of his rightous deeds are long gone, so assuming that world changing conflicts happen periodically, he was probably a hero in his prime the same way Himmel and the party of heroes were in Frieren's time. With how long lived elves are in this world, I'm so curious to know their history. Who are notable elves, what happened to Frieren's village, why the Demon King wanted to wipe out the elves, their existence is so scarce in the present time yet they hold so much of the past with them.

[@fjoergyn]

would be cool if frieren in Aureole can talk to count Granat's Son. Here in this episode is actually science based medicine used. For a cold body to exposure to this much on heat is rly dangerous because the blood vessels widened to fast, it will probably lead to cardiac arrest.

[@iagolopes4009]

It may sounds strange, but the episodes between Aura the guillotine and the (Spoiler) -First class mage exam- are my favorites. Even if we don't have much action or actual lore important informations The Old Dwarf episode hit me so hard...

[@crimiusXIII]

Keep an eye and ear out for hints about the past as you go ;) Kraft is such a perfect side character for this show.

[@sakurahimawari490]

"Even though you''re constantly suppressing your mana?" "Besides, it sounds like something useful to know for the future." "Perhaps A CHILD of mine will become a mage." Remember how Frieren had difficulty finding Fern in the first episode? Heiter must have told Fern to suppress her mana just like Frieren.

[@jeremymerkt3982]

It’s so simple, Frieren is finding out that with humans she has to be a lot quicker in sorting out her feelings about them or they will be gone before she gets to know them and who they were to her.

[@ObiwanNekody]

Thank you for sharing 😊

[@Divionist]

What I think Kraft meant was that nobody remembers him being a Hero of the world, like Himmel and the Hero party. Nobody remembers the good that he's done

[@gustavodiaz5952]

Love your eyes. Looking forward to the dance scene.

[@xandrix]

We all need a Kraft in our life. Someone matured enough with lots of experience in life we can learn from.

[@LunafreyaPGR]

11:39 just like Toji, I guess 🤣

[@rileynailling2498]

I know someone already said 6 i will help with their agenda. Some greate animes that you should watch are Spice and Wolf as well as Violet Evergarden

[@deyama2012]

I second Violet

[@ObiwanNekody]

There has been an offical Frieren Season 2 announcement. There's even a small teaser trailer. AFAIK there has been no official date set tho.

[@enemyoffun]

I'd like to say this is one of my favorite episodes but I LOVED the whole series so I can't just pick one favorite episode :D

[@firstlast8085]

Starts with feels, ends with feels.

[@gundamzing]

Toho just announced Season 2!

[@zeno_san5923]

fact: himmel is from Germany language means "heaven" so the journey about going to himmel😮

[@StephenRansom47]

6:55 😭 Being Remembered is the greatest honor of Existence - perhaps its definition. 🪦 ⚔️ 🪦 ⚔️ 🪦 ⚔️ 🪦 ⚔️

[@TrunksSword146]

Noticed nearly everything is named after a german word. Basically all main names as well as some city and mountain names.

[@user-rf7xp5rx9i]

It has been decided that season 2 of Frielen will be produced. The video link is posted below! !kzbin.info/www/bejne/amGam3yQmpdrrKM😝

[@philiptreter1537]

though they are pretty different, i would recommend Delicious in Dungeon or Dungeon Meshi. It's a different but really good fantasy type anime.

[@WillWilsonthesafetyguy]

Kraft in German means 'power'. That's all I'll say about his past.

[@stewart1555]

Am enjoying your reactions to the show so far Flexie! I think whether Kraft is actually older or younger than Frieren, is irrelevant and the main thing is her perspective which is young (mental age). Kraft seems like someone with no regrets, proud of how he has lived and he may be here to almost highlight where Frieren still needs growing.

[@4thgoal232]

Chihayafuru,A Lull in the Sea,Apocathary Diaries, or you could go classic with Clannad.

[@Gioodiaas]

Just watch episode 12, I can't wait to see you'd reaction

[@juarezamorim]

Frieren might not remember but I remember the time Kraft was a vampire who wanted to destroy the Joestar bloodline.

[@jasonmarbach]

As the headmaster on spy family would say: EREGANTO! 🤪🤣

[@JRGomez81]

Just once, I wish that Milet wouldn't do a song that absolutely destroys me...

[@drumkass2524]

It's "Bliss" from Milet for everyone looking for it. Literally had to wait for 3-4 month after that episode release for Milet to finally release the full song LMAO.

[@Cole205]

You may like the Ancient Magus' Bride

[@ChrisH43]

I like how this show gives the imo (!) original and good parts of religion a proper stage. As a scientific guy I have no problems with this respectful wordview,

[@samlu6547]

This time it's not Himmel but Heiter... god I love this show

[@gustavodiaz5952]

Also the monk shows up again

[@grimmturd]

I discovered your channel through these Frieren reactions so I don't know what anime you like besides this one. To Your Eternity is very good for those "outliving everyone else" vibes, just a bit darker-themed. Mushoku Tensei is amazing, but a lot of people can't handle it because it tackles serious issues. Apothecary Diaries is another great series, like a mix between House M.D. and and a "whodunnit" mystery set in Imperial China.

[@devilzen]

Kraft has the same va as Dio from Jojo and Toji from jjk.

[@dripsoup6639]

The way she said "the elf Kraft" at the end sounded like "the elfcraft," which confused me for a split second.

[@tabo51]

I don't know if anybody has brought it up yet, but if you like Frieren, I think you'll like Violet Evergarden as well.

[@jostinwaldon3401]

Should react to Isekai Oji-san, or Delicious in Dungeon. Mushoku-tensei is a slow build heart breaking series but probably to ecchi for you.

[@Alcatrazrezz]

Freiren be like: We're going to make you cry, and then leave.

[@FullHeart_Art]

Kraft looks like a human in his 40s. Frieren looks like... 16-18? Kraft must be thousands of years old, if not older. 10,000? With his question to Frieren of what she did before she was with the party of heroes, the implication is Kraft could have done things like that multiple times over and have had enough time that his statues crumbled to dust before his next adventure and he became famous again, and then forgotten again.

[@LivesIsShort]

thing that happen in frieren , happen in real life too, with our pets.

[@ObiwanNekody]

Kraft has to be pretty ancient, he's managed to become mature.

[@pikeyMcBarkin]

i'm glad you don't do double episodes with Frieren

[@FlexiejayAnime]

Thank you! I like to leave room for diolouge and analysis with each beautiful episode

[@zam023]

If you don't mind watching an old anime (not that old, aired in 2020), would you be interested in a story about another life journey but with a world that has its lore opposite to that of Freiren. The title is Somali and the Forest Spirit.

[@HumanBeing4-mr4pc]

I recommends uploading 2 frieren episodes per video😅

[@高柏翰-b8p]

Kraft is a legendary hero from the mythical Era. He is too old. People already forgot his name.

[@Ryodraco]

We don't know if he is from the Mythical Era. Indeed, there is evidence he is substantially younger than that (for instance, if he was from that Era then he would have seen the goddess or talked with people who had seen her).

[@Moxie326]

I'd love to see a reaction to the NieR Automata anime, its last episode comes out tomorrow. Even though the CGI wasnt great in the first couple episodes, the emotional storytelling is amazing.

[@nickwyllie7563]

Have some tissues handy for the next few episodes

[@DiES3L24]

“Are you alright?” No for the millionth time where is season 2 Reeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 😂

[@15P3R14]

You are asking the right questions: Who is Kraft? How old is he? And what did he do to ask, if they know him?

[@meteorrunner]

I love this show, discovered it early in the year. I really enjoyed the anime 86 for a lot of similar reasons to my enjoyment of Fieren. Is 86 on your radar?

[@D3sToD3s]

Watch A Place further than the Universe.