Learning Empathy - Violet Evergarden's Beautiful Writing

[@sanadabeach]

"I cried so hard after that episode that it gave me a headache." *accurate*

[@gammaray2723]

Agree

[@RedNiel100]

Yup

[@ianr.navahuber2195]

@@RedNiel100 i just weeped. BUT ifelt the sting

[@teslalindsey1541]

@UberGamingHD same. Honestly the part where Anne raged herself out on her mother because she didn't spare some time for her broke me as well. I thought those letters were supposed to be sent for medical help or whatever so that she could live her life longer but they are actually letters for Anne to read when she could no longer be by her side.

[@bobthet-rex2718]

That episode made me cry harder than I think I ever had before, and seeing the bed without the sheets broke me.

[@BladedAngel]

I'm so glad Violet didn't just turn out to be the typical Kuudere. The scene when she finally understood what Hodgins meant when he said, "Realize you're body is on fire, and burning up", blew me away!

[@RoVirus]

Ikr? The planting - payoff was masterfully executed there. And the conclusion with the whole you can't really change the past but your future is yours thing just wrapped it up perfectly.

[@ProjectZro]

I understood what Hodgins meant when he first said it. But damn, i forgot about it till that scene and it hit me like a mac truck. Also the symbolism in the last episode of the fire going out in the tear/rain drop showing Violet is no longer burning. Took me a bit to realize it because, well lets face it we were all crying and couldnt see anything.

[@Made_In_Heavenn]

Michaell Michaud same man because other scene make me cry and i didnt notice that she's really burning up until she realize it

[@infinitykiyen6270]

Bladed Angel I'm sure you will love more tears :(

[@gabrielcoelho2346]

For what i have seen of violet evergarden os about finding yourself, violet tries to give her life a purpose, or 'mission' as she becomes an auto memory doll. You stressed this toppic very well in your vídeo about facing disappointment as a car enthusiast. Keep up the good work mate

[@hanielmngodo8276]

"to my brother, im just happy you're alive" *Ugly crying intensifies*

[@bobthet-rex2718]

You made me cry with your comment alone.

[@Atomicwaffle50]

I'll do you one better "I'm sorry I let him die"

[@hanielmngodo8276]

@@Atomicwaffle50 damn

[@omnomstudios1531]

Fax

[@Atomicwaffle50]

@@stupidsoul u didn't have to go and make me all sad bro

[@commander4460]

"Thanks, now I'm crying again." - every person who watched Violet Evergarden ever

[@dolliedearestt]

You're not wrong

[@princess7935]

Not me

[@Crispymolecules]

_true_

[@vishnusreejit8577]

Mannn I started tearing up again when I watched this video 😭

[@azizabrown]

I watched it because I wanted to cry but it didn’t hit like I thought it would 😪

[@theblackreaper4395]

There is only one word that describes Violet Evergarden- It's beautiful I have never ever been so emotional while watching anime

[@bombeeddy2913]

I can truly relate to that

[@winterwoods2625]

Those were two words

[@hinleung7502]

the same word she learnt from the lady selling the broche

[@muhammadmujtaba1744]

Watch "your lie in April".

[@theblackreaper4395]

@@muhammadmujtaba1744 Seen

[@simonlarimore1770]

You know a show has a ton of feels when you tear up from watching a review of it.

[@austinflake788]

fuck lmao I started crying watching the review

[@adjiar]

I seriously thought I was the only one!

[@idil996]

bruh it thought i was the only one

[@oni2466]

Lmao I had the urge to cry while watching it

[@katiesiddoway9814]

When he said “letter that won’t reach home” I just burst into tears the first time I watched it. I was waiting to watch the review until I had seen the show, like, right after I had seen it. So I was emotionally charged af...

[@sailorsallyrockinrarity2130]

Episode 10 made me cry a lot. But episode 3 gave me the first cry. The letter that Violet wrote for Luculia to Spencer surprised me with how simple yet powerful it is to tell someone you appreciate them when they really, really need to hear it.

[@ArifRahman-qj4ny]

Yes i agree so much with you.

[@idunnodo1142]

Absolutely stunning how they manage to execute something like that in 20 minutes.

[@wescatifyacard]

Episode 7 was the first one that really got me as soon as oscar had the idea for olive to open the parasol to get home it all clicked in my head and I just started sobbimg uncontrollably for like 10 minutes

[@flylightlvia2181]

Me too...

[@tianfeifei5976]

Ikr

[@LancerJak]

“If you’re ever reincarnated, and marry each other again, I want to be your son again.” How can a soul be prepared with this level of writing?

[@code066funkinbird3]

What a brave solder we give you a F and a salute

[@zoebrugg7594]

That was the episode that finally brock me. I got teary a little with the others, but I couldn't hold the tears back for that one. Episode 11, by the way. "I Don't Want Anybody Else to Die."

[@stylinsandwich]

When was this said?

[@megamindsoftheworld.624]

@@stylinsandwich ep 11 “I don’t want anyone else to die”.

[@JamesVermont]

"Thank you for bringing our son back to us"

[@ajferguson8510]

As a veteran of war (Afghanistan) this anime really hit me hard. Its my new favorite anime. I can really relate to Violet and her long road back from her violent past. The most powerful scene for me was when she asks her boss if she had a right to live after everything she had done in the war. Its something i ask myself daily since coming back.

[@CupcakeofDoom]

That scene was incredible. If no one has told you yet, you absolutely do have the right to continue on after everything. Thank you so much for your service.

[@lauries3961]

You have the right to live and move on just like every other human being. The past cannot be changed or forgotten, but the future is yours to take shape. You did what you had to. I wish you the best of luck.

[@jarrettcronk8887]

@sir troll. You are the worst type of shit there is. You know nothing about what this person did, saw, or experienced. You have no idea, the sacrifices he has made, or the burdens he carries. To say that you hate what he did, when you dont even know, and when he willingly traded his happiness to protect his country, makes you an awful, soulless human being. Leave your politics somewhere else and try to have a little bit of compassion.

[@jarrettcronk8887]

@aj Furguson, I'm a veteran of OIF 3 and 4. I dont know what happened to you over there. Whether you regret something you did, or didn't do. Or if you feel guilt because you survived when your friends didn't. But from one veteran to another. Its okay that you lived. Its okay to forgive yourself. And it's alright to allow yourself to heal. Move forward with your life, not inspite of those we lost, but in honor of them.

[@SchizoGarcia]

@aj Ferguson Anime tits are temporary but RAR is eternal.

[@Track_Tension]

As a veteran of the US Army (1991-2013) and longtime anime fan, I have never been so moved as I was with this show. I so hope this program gets more promotion as not just a good anime, but as a way to teach family and friends of a member of the military of the changes they will encounter; covering both Violets’ struggle with being an amputee and her mental health issues. The episode that touched me the most was the one with the veteran who need a crutch to get around. Seeing a character dealing with both mobility issues and Survivor's remorse brought be back to when I was medically retired from the Army. Seeing Violet go from being this cold and emotionless person to someone, who is able to open up and share her feeling, reflects how many come to cope with the pain of things seen and actions taken in deployments across the globe. And yes, I too was brought to tears many times. As a side note, there is a new single episode added to Netflix. (labeled Violet Evergarden special and not included as part of the first season)

[@prodromospeios]

Thank you for your service sir, all soldiers may not be heroes, but all heroes are soldiers.

[@mestredoescudo]

@@prodromospeios actually no

[@TheBlackstarrt]

Thank you for your service.

[@patcorcoran3856]

Mike George thank you for your service and god bless

[@mcastillo830]

Thanks for serving your country,, it is a huge blessing for you being part of the military

[@jenniferdavis539]

And to think the main animator is dead. May she rest in peace.

[@uditabhattacharya2824]

What a huge loss! She was one of the industry's brightest stars

[@bishal1125]

Rip

[@jenniferdavis539]

Holy crap! Why did so many people like this???? It's not that interesting 😅... But yeah, it's was depressing when I heard the studio burned down. Thankfully it's getting back on it's feet and was hiring new animators last I checked.

[@iknowimstupidwhenisaythisb6749]

wait tf? really? rip

[@jenniferdavis539]

@@iknowimstupidwhenisaythisb6749 Yep. She died in the kyo ani arson.

[@isramubashar5080]

Rest in peace, those poor souls who died in the fire at the place Violet Evergarden was animated.

[@cyberbully7718]

May the souls of all those of who lost their lives rest in peace and find their way in the afterlife.

[@jembozaba4864]

The Violet Evergarden movie was finished one day before the fire. May they rest in piece

[@isramubashar5080]

@@jembozaba4864 :(

[@SublimeHurdle]

The whole tragedy did started from a misunderstanding.

[@lalalisamanobangs]

@@jembozaba4864 omg :(( may they rest peacefully 😞

[@ansrose]

i dont like anime. ive never gotten into it. one day, i decided to try out Violet Evergarden. best and worst decision of my life. this anime is beautiful, and i binged it in one day. i was utterly surprised by the production and just heart-wrenching writing. ive never cried so hard over a show in my life. i was in my bed, sobbing into my pillow. and not just little tiny cries, full on UGLY sobbing. if you’ve never watched this anime, watch it. it will change your life forever.

[@ansrose]

asian dude sksksksksksk explain to me why VE is set to be for 14 year olds and up then..

[@senjusan6359]

@asian dude Because it is slow journey from emotionless doll to the human being capable of feeling empathy. What did you expect? That show will show such development in 5 episodes? It would than feel rushed and would never leave such emotional message like it did in current form. Not everything must be directed by Micheal Bay you know

[@robindscarlet9805]

You should give One Piece a read next then...it will be worth your time! The philosophy of One Piece and emotional chapters in the manga and episodes in the anime hit hard. 👍

[@QieQieQuiche]

asian dude because boku no pico is for kids. Ok. I-

[@xaviorprime9203]

Dude watch your lie in april or clannad man, this shit fucking game changing

[@davidmathews2124]

I stumbled onto Violet Evergarden by chance without knowing anything about it at all. As a Vietnam Vet Medic with a Bronze Star (yes, I’m an old man) it had me in the first few minutes. Seeing what they did within those minutes I knew the potential of what was likely going to unfold. And it did. No, I didn’t cry. But each episode that I binge watched captured me more and more. Humans are such amazing creatures. How we can allow the complete suspension of the reality that this is a “cartoon” world and let her have a life that affects our emotions so very deeply is amazing. I think this hits harder if the viewer has lost a parent or sibling or another they truly loved. The more human experience one has just gives Violet more to work with. A lost love...a hungered after relationship that never happened...something that hurt you or if you hurt someone and regretted it...and on and on...the painful things that happen to us as humans...the writers, artists and actors bring the emotion of past experiences to make the story and characters real. We don’t have to have had a military experience for Violet to affect us deeply. Our lives are the war and the battlefield that allows us to relate to Violet. Violet is truly a thing of beauty and a special achievement.

[@ryth1441]

You have my respect sir.

[@carsonhastie4771]

You have excellent writing sir. Thank you for your service.

[@kiki-713k]

David Mathews mad respect and this is some beautiful writing. thank you for helping others when they truly needed it.

[@gokuson4238]

Thank you for your service! God Bless!

[@enyafeckenham5730]

how many civillians did you help kill???

[@blu-rayy]

After Episode 10: -Trying to hold my tears since my father and sister is at the same room. -Lying down. -goes to bathroom. -Sits on toilet. -Cries so much i started making weird noises. -my sister heard it and opened the door. -She closes the door. Yeah...

[@gammaray2723]

Damn =/

[@TokimekiLove]

Emotional slice of life anime is to its fan, as tela-novela is to girls. Minus the overdramatic family fued xD The war aspect of the series may beat any overused plot of tela-novela... But I'd cut my thought cuz I go on and on :D Make your sis watch it. She'd cry-- and it's not about dogs and puppylove XD :3 see what I did there

[@disenthral3163]

hahahaha unlucky

[@martind5653]

Everytime episode 10 gets mentioned: -lie down -try not to cry -damnit... crying again...

[@m.shaquilletristan9144]

Should've lock the door

[@hellsgate700]

me: "i literally have no tears left" *episode 10 comes out* me: ☠️

[@75rounds]

😭😂😂😂😂😂

[@optie5]

Water Breathing 12th form: Ugly Cry

[@paincake2595]

Unlimited tear works. *Emiya theme starts playing*

[@imperiumrandom8731]

Holy shit bro these comments are fucking hilarious lmfao

[@MasonKLutz]

Me from episode 1: I'm not crying. Me from episode 10: I am crying! Me from episode 1: I am not crying. Me from episode 10: I am crying!

[@cresdc8481]

But srsly, episode 10 taught me to appreciate those people around me, especially my mother. 😢

[@graceulrey195]

Omg yess! I dont cry during shows but that episode got me GOOOODDDDDD

[@vincentcastillon2908]

Ikr I was crying on the inside for the fact that the Mother instead of using her time to spend it with her daughter while she's alive; she used her time left to make such eloquent letters for her daughter in the future so that she can talk to her even she's dead.

[@intellectual_69]

I thought the child was fucking annoying but then after I found out the 50 letters thing I thought it was quite beautiful

[@josuad6890]

watch clannad after story. for me personally, i felt compelled to call my family and say thanks after watching that.

[@flamboyant47]

Same

[@inshayana]

Pro tip: if you got a headache after crying, drink a glass of water. seriously

[@isismg4119]

inshayana I had pain killers and water next to me while watching it, my brother had to force me to eat cause I just couldn’t

[@ravenclawpierce6987]

inshayana thanks

[@AngryNerdBird]

*I had pain killers and water next to me while watching it, my brother had to force me to eat cause I just couldn’t

[@lpslilchocolate49]

That’s a fact like I had to drink a lot of water after watching each episode

[@yakomofujikawa]

My nose bled from so much crying

[@Boomie]

This is why I don't understand why people say anime is for kids. Anime brings different ideas and concepts to make people think and feel, just like any other media. Thank you for the amazing analysis on the series. It gives this amazing anime more depth and perspective.

[@ArifRahman-qj4ny]

Thank you for saying this.

[@yololoyo7379]

People tend to look down on something they don't understand or don't like.

[@Gunsblazin94]

It's because most people hold onto the preconceived notion that cartoons, and anything that's animated, are primarily for children. They believe that animation can only tell childish stories for young children. When that's not the case at all, and you can have everything under the sun be animated.

[@kenohki3492]

Quite honestly, somewhere between wartime cartoons (the violent Looney Tunes and earlier) and now, animation became (at least in the USA) regarded as a genre rather than a medium. Meaning, when you heard "cartoons" or "animation" it led a person to immediately think "children" "childish" instead of a method of expressing genres (a medium like film, television, animation). Other cultures continued using animation as a medium. This all sounds better in my head...

[@benfraser1856]

Anyone says anime is for kids, send them to Violet Evergarden, then ask them to try again.

[@juanrafael4302]

Im late i know but... I can’t believe some people say “its boring” and “its bland” about this anime(its a FLIPPIN’ masterpiece)

[@nabeldharir91]

Another man of culture has joined the team

[@raawesome3851]

I agree.

[@JusticeExplorer]

I can certainly believe it because some people simply can't understand the meaning, theme, and emotion behind the anime.

[@dekipantelija]

It's a matter of intent. Many just want to be distracted rather that discovering, analysing or feeling. I can understand that, their loss.

[@sopmodii1505]

İt's a matter of opinion, some people watch anime to put their brain on AFK, so all the people crying and unnecessary opera music probably makes them uncomfortable. As for me I cried trough the whole thing. Even the thought of Violet waiting for a man who would never come made me tear up.

[@pilotmanpaul]

It wasn’t a roller coaster for me, *it was literally like flying a Jet liner into the eye of a Category 10 Storm.*

[@ariesthezodiac7274]

Depressed Student Pilot I didn't cry, I'm dead inside. : )

[@LordSatan20]

I think we all did

[@Killerxrated]

Cry Rose nope why would I cry i think its boring

[@Killerxrated]

Aries Thezodiac same here I don't know why anyone would cry war is beautiful

[@ronsanders4565]

Angel Martinez Bruh...

[@jacksanch1112]

I binge watched this entire series in under 24 hours. I haven't cried this much in so long. This anime is gorgeous. This anime is amazing.

[@SourRobo8364]

As far as I am concerned, this anime is masterpiece.

[@vritngh]

I finished it within half a day. I CRIED SO HARD. BECAUSE I JUST FINISHED IT 30 MINUTES AGO. STILL CRYING.

[@SourRobo8364]

Vritngh I feel your pain friend. I had to watch the series twice. I am really hoping for a season 2.

[@masterofthelyokianmonsters2886]

Vritngh I feel your pain.

[@ioanalazar2114]

God I pity you. It really brings out the feels. I would never bindge watch Violet Evergarden otherwise I would cry for a full day. I had the luck of watching it as it came out each week.

[@inu9013]

My grandpa fought in the Second World War and well anime was something he kinda bonded with me. Pokémon, dragon ball, Naruto. All of that he’d sit with me and watch. The first episode hyped me up and he entered hospice care feeling his time was up. Weekly new episodes were what I watched with him next to his bed. Then he passed and episode eleven came by, and that hit me hard. The soldier passing along with my grandpa. Sometimes he’d tap the screen of the iPad and pause it tell me what it was like during the Japanese Occupation of the Philippines and what happened after, he commanded a tank and well there in that metal box he lost his comrades escaping with his loader to become a guerrilla and freeing Bataan. But well thanks to Kyoani we connected in those final moments. It’s sad to know that one of those over thirty people dead may have helped that and I can’t see anymore do their work. But maybe they’re with my Grandpa and he’s telling them his stories.

[@hanhong2267]

I'm sorry for your loss, by bonding with you like that, I'm sure he was a great person.

[@mikumiku8231]

I’m sorry for your loss. Thank you, because if it wasn’t you grandpa’s service I wouldn’t be able comment this. I hope you have a good day.

[@coralia.i]

bro you have me crying in the club rn

[@lithium1770]

You had one amazing grandpa. God bless

[@mr.pov.mp4597]

I am sorry for your loss. Your grandpa helped the bloodline grow and be free. From one Filipino to another. Rest in peace soldier

[@macezki2237]

Violet Evergarden saved my country's economy, by having me buy shit ton of tissues. What a beautiful work of art.

[@jugemujugemugokonosurikire4735]

Those tissues caused the manga sales to drop, due to a lack of paper in the industry

[@markmiranda3364]

it sucks.. didnt watch threst i stp at ep 6

[@ovenaroundhead2881]

Tissues to do what?

[@bakadabakada]

@@ovenaroundhead2881 To wipe the lacrimal gland secretions.

[@Rika_kaiyo]

​@@ovenaroundhead2881💀

[@purple455]

honestly, crunchyroll needs a "mother of the year" award JUST give it to the mother from episode 10

[@delrey884]

mother of the year for the next 50 times

[@grapeshott]

There was a Hollywood movie similar to this episode. I don't remember the name. But in that movie a dead lover wrote letters to his lover when he was alive....

[@RicoLoco52]

'P.S. I Love You' with Hilary Swank and Gerard Butler.

[@paoladiego3725]

Micah G and actually that movie is base on a Korean movie with almust the same name.

[@EyeOfKings]

lol it would just go to boku no hero anyways

[@athio436]

and I thought your lie in April was sad,

[@danziker]

Dude... It is sad... I'm still cry over the music...

[@kaitlyngraham5568]

Rip kaori

[@mariafoivi3599]

Watch anohana

[@yohaanlobo5560]

Yes it is and its sadder

[@benjiusofficial]

None of these are sad. They are wholesome af.

[@lazuardi6661]

i showed this anime to my dad, he never burst tears or even cry. After he watch the 10th episode, he cried so hard, guaranted this anime will make man cry

[@EvilDickism]

I didnt shed a single tear

[@mwmmatt1]

HNIC that's not something to brag about...

[@EvilDickism]

@@mwmmatt1 Sure it is

[@Lummerbummer115]

I'm a hard man to make cry... I probably shed a couple tears for something once or twice a year, but I welled up for episode 7 and 9, and let out the waterworks for 10 and 13.

[@omsmh]

I FEEL U

[@iamashape7505]

Me: has literally never cried during a show Also me: bawling my eyes out after binging violet evergarden

[@raawesome3851]

Same. I've watched Your Lie in April and Angel Beats, and although I did for bad for the characters, I never cried. I don't know, but something about Violet Evergarden speaks to me

[@MrXav94]

You actually binged it? I just had to stop after ep 10

[@slipperyfish]

I think it actually hits harder if you binge it a second time...

[@stupididiot9336]

@@slipperyfish fax, you watch it again with a better understanding of the characters and you can notice little things you didn't the first time through I think I've probably watched this show 3 or 4 times by now and I only discovered it a year or so ago, I love it so much

[@davidbigel9447]

I didn’t cry, but I understand why someone would

[@migzlionheart8952]

This is the best anime that KyoAni has ever made, for me I’m just really sad what happened to KyoAni

[@nabz6817]

Migz Lionheart a silent voice 😭🤧

[@vanadeymusic2022]

Clannad too

[@bug3954]

Hymnostatic Music people died in that fire. now is not the time to recommend other anime's.

[@vanadeymusic2022]

@@bug3954 Clannad is from KyoAni too

[@chickentikka4383]

One does not simply forget about Hyouka after it has been watched

[@lumineon.]

Is it just me to realize that the theme of empathy in this show was masterfully ironic? I mean think about it. The reason we all cried so hard on this show was because it dragged us, the viewers, into its own plot. As if we were part of the story somehow. I did not realize how we were on a journey with Violet herself until the last episode, were it was hard to say goodbye to such an inspirational masterpiece.

[@Avvisoful]

The thing about episode 10 is, you see it totally comming. Or at least I did. As soon as I saw the setting of the mother and her daughter in that mansion I knew what was going to happen. But it was executed so ridiculously well, that I degenerated to a crying mess at the end of the episode. It's great.

[@Hawkalon]

i guessed that the letters were for the daughter after the mother died literally when i first heard she wasnt allowed to be there when the letters were being written. its predictable but my ass was STILL bawling!!!

[@carrotstache]

I knew too, but the thing that got me so sad and somewhat happy was that she made 50 years worth of letters. And of course, Violet crying in the end...

[@eynidhelipp9348]

I was trying to figure out why a sick widow was hiring a ghost writer to write letters. I was wondering who they were for. We were put into the perspective of her daughter and stuck wondering the same thing. Who were the letters for? When all the puzzles pieces fit together I cried like a bitch

[@sagarramchandani3139]

Yep I saw it coming as well, but I couldnt help but tear up at the end

[@MaGrenade]

It was obvious. Still worked out great for me though.

[@NewAeon.]

When she says she finally has learned what “I love you” means and “I don’t need orders anymore” ...pretty much cry every time ! Need this on Blu Ray !

[@aela_brooklyn6723]

Let me tell you. Violet Evergarden broke me down in such a way, It took me a while to pick up my phone cause I couldn't see or move through my tears and heartache. I dont think I ever cried that hard for an anime since Erased (yes erase made Me cry)

[@GentGamay]

I cried at erased too, u r not alone

[@ionadavies1295]

Don't worry I'm a crybaby too

[@George-rg4ep]

What is erased about, I’m thinking of starting watching it.

[@GentGamay]

@@George-rg4ep just watch it!!!

[@ionadavies1295]

George it's about this guy that can sense when something bad is going to happen, and can go back in time to stop it from happening. He ends up traveling so far back that he is is school again and he has to save this girl who was abused by her parents and kidnapped by (someone I will not name or that will spoil it)

[@Chrisc0Disc0]

It’s about time! I’ve been waiting for someone to break down Violet Evergargen! My life is now complete.

[@VladDascaliuc]

What a shit life, then.

[@TiagoMorbusSa]

gg

[@miyayates6938]

Lol chill guys. U know he's just kidding . . .

[@sadcutie6808]

Same

[@wbtu897]

Chrisc0Disc0 great spelling of evergarden

[@super_cyb0rg226]

This show broke me. Episode 10 absolutely devastated me not because I lost my mother and can relate to the feelings (my mom is still alive and well, and I hope that she remains that way for as long as fate allows), but because the empathy I felt for these characters was real. It wasn't just characters being sad, the show conveyed true grief and communicated to the audience that it is ok to grieve with the characters and that what you're feeling is real, even if the characters are not. To be able to create empathy for your audience is something _very_ few anime are able to do. The playwright who lost his daughter and Violet's methods of helping him, culminating in the cathartic moment of his acceptance of his loss was one of the most powerful scenes I think I have ever seen, and even thinking back to that lake has my eyes welling up. The letters to the daughter even more so. Even the written language in the world helps drive it home that this show is about emotion. It's all gibberish. Words alone are meaningless. The true meaning behind the words is the emotion that they convey; the feelings that you want to evoke in other people. That is truly something special.

[@girlskylark1816]

“Violet killed all of those people for no reason and her newly learned empathy means that she fully understands what those deaths mean. Each one is a letter that won’t reach home; a story that can never have a happy ending; a person somewhere left mourning forever.” I gotta say that this line was so beautiful.

[@silvermist4110]

Everyone is talking about the mother an daughter ep, but since i never been all that close to my mother i relate for to another. The ep when she writes the letters for her past enemy an couldn't save him. Watching him run for his life an desperately trying tk get away screaming "I don't wanna die!!!!!" Calking out the name of the girl waiting for him at home.....that broke me. That had me texting my bf an needing to hear he was okay an that he loved me, because he plans to hoin the military. The way the animators got the emotions just right were beyond any anime I've ever seen. I now have a new standard for anime.

[@nembutsu1045]

I absolutely agree! As a person who never had a girlfriend I can only imagine the incredible pain this soldier's girlfriend felt, how she's lost him back then when he left, how she will never be able to hold him in her arms again, she can't kiss him anymore and tell him she loves him. And this soldier died somewhere in a shed horribly during a cold winter with no one but Violet on his side

[@Daigon95]

I was NEVER close with my mom as well But I still cried so hard for tht ep. lol

[@avatarwan5824]

@@nembutsu1045 "Thank you for bringing my son back." That line broke me.

[@flylightlvia2181]

That episode broke me

[@bug3954]

the episode with the dead daughter hurt the most, even though i was never close with my dad

[@Chatoyancify]

For those of you who hate emo heavy books/films/anime, I still recommend the series. I'm not a fan of cryfest entertainment and would have avoided this anime like the plague had I read all these comments. Yes, ep. 10 is emotionally evocative but for the kindness depicted, not the suffering. I smiled for long minutes. Rest assured that this show is not about wallowing in misery and loss.

[@danieln6613]

Agreed, episode 10 is heartbreaking and heartwarming in equal measures, it doesn't really evoke despair but rather appreciation for people close to us and the time we can share with them.

[@Subvisual]

The hook that Violet wants to understand what the words "I love you" mean seems pretty cheesy at first glance. But damn if this show doesn't do it's all to answer the question with grace, depth, and sincerity. Pretty much every episode is a demonstration of the various special ways that one person can feel love to another. The sister loving her brother in pain, the father loving his lost daughter, the princess growing to love a new husband, the mother's love for a daughter that she has limited time with etc. It's a beautiful show that does a wonderful job showing the depths and varieties of love that we can feel for one another.

[@FlySwann]

As a veteran struggling with PTSD and finding it very hard to connect and exist in civilian life. This show touched me, made me feel understood, and hurt so much.

[@Eagle1oh7]

Keep your head up bro.

[@Elementedferret]

We stand strong like a wall but flexible like a chain, we are together stay STRONG.

[@Ghost-lk2fc]

I'm no veteran, but I do have complex PTSD and can say that this anime expresses trauma so incredibly well. Readjusting to a regular life, the struggle with comprehending emotions, and the scene where she tears up her room. I think that scene tore me up even more than episode 10

[@eod995]

Waldo I feel you, Veterans who go through combat tours see shit they want to forget, pick up habits they want to leave and lose things that they want back. Combat Vets lose that sense of innocent security that most civilians have. That little nagging in the back of your head when you pass through a narrow alley, seeing a pile of trash or a bundle of anything lying on the street and when they always make sure that they have a solid evac route in case shit hits the fan.

[@Wolfbitten14]

@FBI could you please not go with the steryotypical PTSD survivor in this case? I'm not trying to be rude but I think the whole point of the first comment was to say there are more ways to get PTSD other than war. Yes soldiers tend to experience PTSD but other survivors from rape, car wrecks, mass deaths, shoot outs, and other emotionally traumatic situations have their own side-effects and triggers from the trauma. In fact someone close to my family said "You don't have PTSD, you've never been in the military." My bf was close by and he looked shocked by that statement and stated that "Her losing her brother was something traumatic." Which my brother died in a horrible way, and a coverup ended up happening as soon as we saw his dead body. It has left scars in my life, my family, memories, emotions and mind that I still find hard to struggle with. My bf then went on about how he couldn't believe what she said that I couldn't have PTSD, that it's literally in the name post Traumatic stress disorder. And that horrific and traumatic events can happen to anyone at any time. That seeing someone you trust dying in front of you can't just happen in a battle field, that losing multiple limbs and learning to cope with it afterwords can happen in a car wreck, or having a gun pointed at your head as you're being held hostage as a group of thugs robs a place and if you or anyone else makes one wrong move you can die. THESE are the moments nobody talks aboit when it comes to PTSD that needs light to be shone on them too.

[@sailorsunsoldier]

Episode 10 really broke me down. I had already cried numerous times watching this series but this particular episode hit at a very vulnerable spot on my heart. I went through something very similar, watching my grandmother write letters for all her grandchildren to receive on their 18th and 21st birthdays as was the tradition in our family. This episode took me right back to those days with my grandma, watching her make preparations for the future she wouldn't be a part of. Even while writing this I'm a crying mess. It's a real testament to this shows writing with how well it can tug on the heartstrings yet still leave the audience enriched by the experience instead of wrung out.

[@TheAssassin409]

boy did that last episode with the 50 years of letters turn me into the biggest crybaby ever. its been a long while since a show has done that to me.

[@VladDascaliuc]

Why so?

[@kcsupersonic1]

Have you seen the series or episode 10? Without spoiling just in case you haven't been following the series, the main theme of the entire series is an attempt to answer the question, "What is love, and how does love manifest in all its forms?" The basic theme of episode 10 without going into great detail is focused on Motherly Love and the transcendent nature of love. It is a beautiful well-paced episode that has an incredibly emotionally resonant ending.

[@Exel3nce]

its a shame because we are so far into the series and this was the onlny "good " (or better) episodes. maybe 1/2

[@VladDascaliuc]

kcsupersonic1 I've seen it. Why is it emotional?

[@kcsupersonic1]

I don't really know whether or not you are trolling me or not, but if you want me to explain why I felt it was incredibly emotional, I will. I personally resonated with the message present in the title of this episode, "Loved Ones Will Always Watch Over You." Even from the title, you can infer that the main theme of this episode is that true love endures all things. Neither time, nor illness, nor distance nor even death itself have the ability to strip away or negate true love. You see this in the character of the mother, who cares so deeply about her child that she wants to give her daughter to always remember that no matter what time may do to separate them, she will always and forever love and care for her. It is emotional to me, because I understand what it means for a parent to sacrifice and do utterly incomprehensible things for their children. I related to the child who could not understand her mother's actions because I've been in that place before as a kid. I also relate to the mother because I understand what it means for someone to love unconditionally and completely. Many other fans of this episode will likely tell you something similar, but unless you have some sort of connection to the theme of this episode, you won't understand why it is emotional.

[@mr.frosty9190]

I rated Violet Evergarden a 10/10, it's a masterpiece in my eyes and nothing will change my opinion

[@rosemmagutierrez1386]

I rate Violet Evergarden a 12/10 and Anime of The Century. ✉

[@kineshashekhar1853]

@@rosemmagutierrez1386 It's a masterpiece in the art and philosophy of understanding empathy.

[@rosemmagutierrez1386]

@@kineshashekhar1853 It sure is. This show is One of My Top 5 Anime Legends afterall.

[@rosemmagutierrez1386]

@Shapp Yes. Anything Violet Evergarden related will always be seen by me.

[@renzlucero6241]

100/10..

[@keirajonsey6955]

9:10 this scene was BY FAR my favourite scene throughout Violet Evergarden ITS BEAUTIFUL

[@BooksToAshes]

Agreed completely. This episode made me the most emotional alongside episode 10, and that part was just incredibly beautiful. I have an art print of that exact moment she 'flew' over the water on my wall from an anime convention

[@vitajaurina]

I cried in every single episodes. Yup.

[@OrangeRock]

Almost same except a few

[@Blargington]

I have you beat... I cried on every episode, even when I re watched it months later, like the sick masochist person I am...

[@gaoemii]

@@Blargington I've rewatched it 4 times. Cried. Every. Single. Time.

[@rebekahclaar9730]

Same same! Trying to get my closed minded mom to watch it but she doesn't want to because it is anime! Ugh

[@_illu5ionz_]

Same every single one

[@taren5245]

I remember when 2 episodes in, people were criticizing the show for having a bad plot i.e writing. LOOK WHERE WE ARE NOW BOIS.

[@vernzmarcobenitez2332]

@Man Bunkers ikr, I don't think I have seen someone say that this anime has bad writing..

[@Aska2468]

@Man Bunkers There were some people saying the show is just pretty animation without any depth.

[@Bones12x2]

Violet's character progression over such a short series is incredible. She changes so much yet it feels so natural and smooth. What happens in episode 10 seems almost impossible to envision based on who she was in the first few episodes. Yet despite that huge progression in her character, she never once feels like a different person. With how stunning the visuals are in the show, its incredible that the artwork isn't the most beautiful element to witness.

[@antonhallergren588]

Because the story takes place in over a year. It's not an overnight shift like many shows and movies have characters go through. Episode 10 is the most hauntingly beautiful episode in TV history.

[@markopusic8258]

@@antonhallergren588 It certainly helps that the story takes place over a year, but the real reason why it feels so smooth is because each episode served a specific purpose to build up Violet's character development. From learning how to use her arms, to learning how to write properly, to learning how to convey others' emotions, in an increasingly complex manner, and slowly start understanding her own because of that. It's meticulously crafted to feel as natural as possible through countless interactions, to me it's the best part of the show, and the only one that really matters in the end.

[@bridgetlee1874]

The anime was able to accomplish in thirteen episodes what the novels do in two books. I believe it is because of the timeframe given, since the novel can be as long as the author wishes, though a series is limited by time and number of episodes. Her development is more obvious in the anime, because the audience views events from her perspective, whereas the novels take on that of the people she meets and narrate their thoughts on her. There was also never a scene in the book where Violet experiences grief, like the vivid portrayal in episode 8-9. Her grief was expressed in conversations she’s had with others; when she was talking to Cattleya in the chapter The Flying Letters (Part 1). That was when readers saw her actual thoughts towards Major Gilbert and her hidden sadness. We do learn of her growth when she speaks to Lux on how she “wanted to learn about and understand the words [she] had been told”, in The Demigod, but she stays true to her endearing self. The greatest difference is in her ability to empathise and understand emotions, both hers and others’, which the anime and novels portray beautifully.

[@Liloi9667]

My Friend Somehow Only Shed a tear And Didn't Cry While I Have Destroyed Every Tissue In My Sight.

[@sonic66646]

If you watched it together, I cry more when I'm alone, I just connect more when I'm alone.

[@tristenpettyjohn]

Liloi I didn't shed a single tear but when Violet was talking whith Gilberts mother I was one second away from balling my eyes out.

[@julias4704]

I didn't shed a tear, but broke a bit inside at some scenes. (For example the daughter of the writer.)

[@danielsjohnson]

I shed a tear or two about 2/3 through the series. It was indeed good.

[@Jotunn96]

I didn't properly cry for most of it but since I could relate very strongly to the episodes with the daughter of the playwright and the one with the terminal mother I lost my shit in ways I didn't think I was able to.

[@lillianrei1674]

As someone with Diagnosed PTSD (childhood sexual trauma), this show has hit home every episode, especially 8-10. I am someone who sees far far too much of herself in Violet. For several years I could not convey emotions the same way others could, and learning how to become a functioning individual without influence from the time in my life where I was literally used as a doll is fucking impossible. Dealing with and coming to terms with what you've lost and the disgusting inhumane things you did when you had no sense of right and wrong because you didnt have a choice is the defining struggle of the lives of people like Violet and the lives of most of- if not- all survivors of severe lifealtering trauma. This show has done a fantastic job, and there hasnt been an episode where I didnt need to lie down for a good cry after watching.

[@RedRocket4000]

I feel for you. As someone with major depression and anxiety from my childhood, I understand part of your pain. I don't know if it will help but I learned about Nun's who were horribly raped in Central and South America who thanks to prior belief were able to survive without emotional damage. In your case of course damage already done but maybe this could still help. This is one concept that the church and others teach, I find Buddhist similar thoughts. The concept is "nothing is disgusting if you're forced to do it", the acts are only disgusting if you choose freely to do them, you can only make yourself dirty and wrong when it is forced it is their problem, not yours. I told you the official doctrine of the church that these nuns must have known well. Civilian members of the Catholic church and old beliefs of the church still linger in membership that would teach shame to the victim similar​ to what public opinion often does.

[@RedRocket4000]

Oh, I forgot the other concept that helped the Nuns is forgiveness but that can be extremely​ hard to do.

[@azreal7478]

Wow i feel so sorry for you..I've never experienced something like that but i can agree with you on the fact that Violet Evergarden hits were it hurts and every episode makes me feel so empty at the end.

[@ThatOneGuy7550]

OH THIS SHOW IS TOO GOOD, WE MUST PROTECT VIOLET

[@NoNameAtAll2]

We protecc

[@JinTheSlim]

Violet can fuck up 10 guys in, like, 30 seconds. I think she's good.

[@TheJanvicgwaps]

Shes a Killing machine.. No need to protect 😂😂

[@isramubashar5080]

The Major isn't dead, he's alive, at least in our hearts and In Violet's brooch.

[@almightynova4095]

spoiler: on the trailer it said he is alive (just incase u didnt know)

[@isramubashar5080]

Yeah I knew that already I've seen the trailer I can't wait to watch it :D

[@almightynova4095]

@@isramubashar5080 same man... but it havent release in my country yet, and even if its out idk will it be available on anime web free-to-watch or not... i wish it will be free :D

[@isramubashar5080]

@@almightynova4095 the other movie came out on netflix so maybe this one will too? :D

[@almightynova4095]

@@isramubashar5080 yeah actually the 2019's was in a lot of website for example twistanime... but 2020's... from the trailer i think its too good to be true to be free... still hope its free though

[@AngyIronman]

I've been on board with this show from Episode 1 and now I'm finally able to turn round to the friends who said they would miss it and tell them how wrong they were. Episode 10 pays off in ways i'm still processing 12 hours later. Geoff did a great job of breaking it down but this show really needs to be experienced first hand, but this is not a marathon show. I don't want to see the result of someone watching this in one sitting because all I can picture is a melted person. Violet starts off as almost alien but I promise she'll be your favourite character this season by the end of episode 6 at most.

[@TasX]

I was waiting for this show ever since its promotional. But now that it's out (waiting for whole series so I can bingewatch), I checked Mal and it has a ton of negative reviews. So I don't know

[@Exel3nce]

If a show needs that many epsiode, it failed a little bit. Even if episode 10 was a Great episode i would still not really recommend it because of the stuff in between.

[@MrThomVD]

Radi Bear It has a 8.46 on MAL atm. Most of the negative reviews are from people who've only seen the first few eps. It gets so much better.

[@2slowpoke929]

Colin Graham So it takes roughly about 3/4 of a piece of entertainment for it to really reach "greatness"? Not like I'm bashing Violet Evergarden, I liked most of what I've seen 3/4 eps but irl took over so dropped it for now but... This anime is gonna have 14 eps. And you claim "wow meh 10 episode investment finally paid off"

[@AngyIronman]

No, it doesn't need the 10 episodes to be great. Each episode ranges from very good to great although you may need to see each episode through to the last scene for it to pay off an individual episode. But episode 10 has a whole other level of pay off. As Geoff said, you learn about Violet by watching her interact with people who have problems that reflect her own and you build your relationship with her subconsciously each episode. This isn't a game of dungeons and dragons where you get handed a new fully fleshed out character sheet in episode 1, this is you growing a character from nothing, watching them grow and experiencing life vicariously through them after a few campaigns.

[@koarta7324]

As an abuse victim (recovering), I saw this series in a whim mere weeks after escaping the household and people that were abusing me. I felt connected with Violet from moment 1 as my coping mechanisms were very similar to those she seems to have during the war, aka. Removing emotions or pushing them aside for enough time to forget how they feel anymore, reducing of food intake for security, always vigilant, etc. This is a must watch to anybody that wants to know how the other side of PTSD is like. The quiet one, the one for the people that, unlike I've seen (almost) everywhere else, most people don't "count" as PTSD, be it because you're not having an eternal panic attack, or because you didn't fight back so your trauma "doesn't count". (These claims happen mostly when it's abuse and not war. But it can happen both ways.) I personally have this anime in the back of my mind whenever someone doesn't understand why I do the things I do. Why don't you show emotion? I've learned not to, for security. Why don't you talk much? Talking gives possible enemies info. about you, while listening can give you an advantage. It's difficult and I need to unlearn them, for sure, but if anyone asks me to explain my ways, Violet Evergarden is the best way for outsiders to understand. Have a nice day, if you've made it this far! Thank you for reading. Edit: (11-11-20) I'm an adult now, always advancing and learning, now my abusers have no longer possible power over me. I am truly, finally, free.

[@raawesome3851]

Yeah. I know what that's like. It's hard, sometimes, closing yourself to everyone else, and not knowing who to trust, or worst, trusting no one. Sorry if I'm speaking broadly. It's... Kind of hard for me to describe to someone.

[@hanhong2267]

That was beautiful, I hope you are able to recover from your trauma. Stay strong!

[@KatsuragiNamika]

I can relate to this so much. I am not a victim of abuse, but while trying to cope with a difficult episode of depression, unrelenting suicidal thoughts and casual belief that I did not matter at all I subconsciously disconnected myself from from all the people I love - emotionally. I learned how to occupy myself and learned to enjoy being alone rather than feel lonely and unwanted, somehow blocked out most of the negative thoughts that drove me to that but now, years later, I'm struggling to re-learn how to establish that emotional connection. So many things that seem natural to my friends are so foreign to me that I feel like an alien sometimes. I'm by no means stoic, but most of what I present to the world in terms of personality is mostly surface level. That's why I could personally relate to Violet almost instantly, because to a certain extent I felt similarly emotionally stunted. I'm happy I found a comment I could really relate to. Thanks for sharing it

[@koarta7324]

@@raawesome3851 Don't worry about it, most people can't speak about traumatic experiences without reliving them, and of course they aren't pleasant to re-experience

[@koarta7324]

@@hanhong2267 Thank you! I am; in fact, with all that is happening I've found that not all I've learned is a waste. I would rather not have lived it, but my trauma gave me some minor advantages for dealing with 2020's whole fiasco. So I'm progressing!

[@nomadtealeaf1532]

Violet Evergarden, AKA "Weekly Sessions of Depression"

[@SourRobo8364]

This and Your Lie in April, have left me in an emotional wreck.

[@nickghaffarian5707]

@@SourRobo8364 Lol same! Only those 2 have made me cry, the other closest one was Anahona anime

[@ihfazhassan1548]

what about grave of the fireflies

[@infinitykiyen6270]

Then you might also want this. Sayonara no Asa ni Yakusoku no Hana wo Kazarou The movie made by the creator of Anohana... Everyone gave it 10/10 about 50% of all people and 40% gave it 9/10 ;-;

[@Valentyne90]

Episode 10 tho

[@samsteimel3810]

I remember telling my friend to watch it and she said "It's only about a girl that doesn't have arms. What's so special about it anyways?" At that moment I slapped her sandwich out of her hands.

[@davidmathews2124]

Furiosa I would have thought that the ethic presented for us by Violet’s life would have prevented you from “sandwich slapping”. Kindness toward those less fortunate than you is a superior response than being negative. Now go hug and make up. You’ll feel better about yourself.

[@mightypurplelicious3209]

@@davidmathews2124 *sandwich slapping*

[@bluemoondiadochi]

@@davidmathews2124 i think she acted appropriately. Outrage is good when protecting what you care. moralist high-ground can easily divulge into a facade for spinlesness. good job Furiosa.

[@beesanjaber3875]

Not the sandwich, it was innocent

[@RoseGirl3]

@@beesanjaber3875 "shhhh... I must greave...."

[@manimexmanimex8708]

LMAO after the guy said "I cried so hard after that episode that it gave me a headace" IMMEDIATELY there was an ad that it started with a guy saying "how this could have happened." And the ad contuned on with words on screen and such. I laughed my ass so hard at that moment cz of the FREAKING, AMAZING and the BEST timming ever..

[@nembutsu1045]

7:54 "Each one is a letter that won't reach home" This metaphor with the letter was incredibly powerful, it shows that this person is gone forever, you will NEVER see that person ever again in your life. it's so so sad and heart-wrenching, I utterly hope I will not lose a person I truly love just like this. Mother's Basement, when you said that line, you made me tear up and I thank you for this video

[@TheMickellPickell]

I fricken died when I saw episode 10, honestly I think episode 10 is possibly my favourite episode of anime to come out of this year

[@BsideYuki]

I just rewatched this episode and it definitely hits harder the second time... such a great episode. Anyone on the fence of this show can simply just watch episode 10 and be hooked into the emotions

[@ryantheanimator1156]

James Belza Episode 10 was good, but nowhere near as heartbreaking as episode 7! Feels like a lot of people overlook that episode and keep calling 10 the best.

[@BsideYuki]

Kratos I can totally respect your opinion. That was a great story no doubt. Actually, I saw a gif of Violet jumping the lake, and that hooked me to the show. 7 is a great episode, but 10 for me is the most heartbreaking because of the build up emotions for the young daughter and coming to terms with the tragedy. 11 is a close second for heartbreaking moments in the show

[@ryantheanimator1156]

James Belza I think why EP 10 didn't have much impact to me was the idea that a child about to lose their parents due to terminal illness have, well, been done to death already that I already predicted how it gonna end. This is no stranger in anime and there's an entire movie about it called "A Monster Calls". What made episode 7 extremely heart-wrenching for me was seeing the writer's daughter, a little girl who had a short live life and never got to experience the world fully, and have to suffer an illness that literally left me balled my eyes with tears because of how painful it was to see her in such a state. Just the idea of your children gone before you do, at least for me, is 10X more depressing to think about. Not trying to discredit what EP 10 did, but EP 7 really needs more recognition not only it has one of the most memorable animation sequence of "Violet walks on water like Jesus", but also the emotion and how it made us care for a character that's not even alive anymore (whenever I think of Ep7 I can't hold my tear back)😭.

[@BsideYuki]

Kratos Oh I agree seeing how much Olivia (I believe is the writer's daughter) gets to miss out on life due to the same illness as the dude's wife is sad. Not to mention how much we are shown that Olivia takes it in stride. Like why is she still smiling when she is dying?? Doesn't it hurt? And what makes 7 sad for me is how much the writer lost, his wife and his daughter, two people he loved from possibly the same illness. It's so unfair to him 😭 But to defend my love for 10, I know it's a story that's been done to death and yeah it's easy to predict, but to me that's not the point. What's funny is that the daughter also knows about her mom's illness even though they haven't told her explicitly. In the same regard as 7, we are shown how death and illness affects the family and people cope with death. And to leave 50 letters for the next 50 years is just magnificent, especially how they handled those scenes. Also, seeing Violet cry just makes me cry like in episode 11

[@auralynn3862]

"It's hard to connect with the emotionless Violet." Actually, she isn't emotionless at all. She has a very subtle emotional palette that's also very limited in most cases. Coming from an autistic person with complex-PTSD, Violet is *the definitive reason to watch*. Everything from her confused struggles to understand her own emotions and those of her peers to her precious moments of oral fixation (handling her gloves with her teeth and mouthing her brooch and plushie) is all deeply relatable. Perhaps those who say she is hard to connect with are people who are allistic and lack the kind of trauma that erodes your sense of self on every level.

[@animelvr329]

I haven’t personally been through those struggles, but in my opinion, Violet herself was ABSOLUTELY the driving force of the show for me from the first moments she was on screen. The writers do an incredible job of immediately endearing you to her, since you can clearly see how deep her trauma must run to put her in the mental and emotional state we first meet her in. Even though I didn’t have the life experiences necessary to connect to her on a personal level, I cared about her as a character very deeply and was very invested in her story and what her growth would be like. Violet melts my heart ;-;

[@christopherbennett5858]

As someone who also has autism, I can see how the show's presentation of Violet is applicable. Not a direct parallel but heavily applicable. Especially since, when people say someone has an empathy issue, it can be either they can't understand or they're too invested. However, this show gives me all the vibes of All Quiet on the Western Front; a novel about a teenager who enlisted in WW1. He and his friends barely have long term ideas for what they want to do after the war since they've only known home and school, there's the traumatic experiences of seeing others die and, if they get to go home, they can't even relay what they've been through since the civilians may never get it aside from those who truly know them.

[@tomebasic2843]

I don't understand the complaints that say she is emotionless and wooden just because she isn't very animated and loud. Especially considering how she progressively becomes more and more expressive from episode to episode.

[@christopherbennett5858]

@@tomebasic2843 A lot of anime is much more plot than character focused. Viewers might be used to more end of the world stakes rather than intimate, personal stories. Plus, for some reason, saying a character is not relatable is seen as a valid criticism in anime. Because the industry is plagued with homogenous casts and blank slate protagonists to the point some writers believe writing a female character is too much work.

[@tomebasic2843]

@@christopherbennett5858 Idk I found Violet extremely endearing from the first episode. But in terms of relatability I've had the hardest time relating to Miyamoto Musashi from Vagabond because I thought he was a violent bloodthirsty psychopath. Oddly enough I instantly liked Thorfinn's character from Vinland Saga despite the fact that on a surface level they have a lot in common. Even the overall message of the story is similar. Yet I find most characters from Vinland saga very, very human and relatable while a lot of the characters from Vagabond just feel like psychopaths. Heck, the most relatable character for me in the entire story is probably the deaf-mute Sasaki Kojiro. The guy that doesn't even have a voice to give sound to his thoughts, the guy with basically 0 inner monologue to express his thoughts. Yet Violets feelings are pretty much spelled out to the audience through the various people she meets through the journey, and they are like: "Nah, I just don't get it bruv" despite the synopsis of the story pretty much spelling out that what she feels is hidden in the story of the people she meets along the way.

[@thetruth3068]

during episode 10, I already guess how the story will go, to whom the letters will go, and how it will be delivered. bu even after guessing it right, I still cried watching that episode. what a great anime.

[@WrensthavAviovus]

A series about letters really Delivered

[@baja30]

One of your best videos Geoff, thanks for this. My dad wrote yearly letters for me to read after he passed away. Ep 10 hit very close to home and I had a good cry.

[@Sincerely.yours.truly.svelte]

Violet Evergarden watchers I have a question... What does “I love you” mean?

[@crystalthunderheart8895]

When you see the most adorable thing in the universe. And you must protect it with all your might. You bond with it, grow with it, have fun with it. It's part of your life. It's with you Through thick and thin as you are to it. And then something happens to that thing, you never see it again. Your missing something. Your left with a void or sadness. Looking back at your time with it, the feelings you felt, that can be love. "It" can be anything you want. A parent, sibling, lover, pet, friend

[@Sincerely.yours.truly.svelte]

Crystal Thunderheart I might not be able to process emotions... I do know how you... Feel... About the major

[@nuvii6900]

IM TOO EMOTIONALLY UNSTABLE RN JEJSDJD

[@Anonymoose62]

From what I’ve seen, love is the commitment of your whole body and soul for the purpose of the one you care for so that they are happy. But it can only work if both parties are willing to provide and commit to each other. Otherwise it’ll collapse. I may not know what love is personally, but I’ve seen enough to know what it is

[@SgtIronbeak]

Stop that right now ;_;

[@ithomas7788]

As a person who has lost my father at a young age, ep.10 nearly shattered me to pieces and I don't think I was mentally prepared for how heartbreaking watching that episode was. This series has so much emotion and I will never forget it. I know it's been two years but if your even considering watching it you need to.

[@LuvkyChan]

Yesss out of all the other episodes in the series; this one really got to me since I too have lost my dad in a similar situation due to cancer when I was 13 it was extremely heartbreaking

[@gilliganallmighty3]

I saw this series 2 years after losing my parents. It really is an emotional gut punch.

[@BarryBruh]

Violet is too innocent for this world

[@SavageRodent]

Wait so you can be innocent after killing a bunch of people?

[@melonlord1414]

She isn't innocent, or at least she doesn't feel innocent. That's her problem.

[@Odinsday]

She must be protected.

[@ScarletRain_2967]

Lemon no, she is war god!

[@AoiLucine]

Innocent doesn't mean you're incapable of doing bad things. Innocent means you don't understand the morality of those bad actions. In that sense, she is innocent, because she's just following orders, not registering the morality and consequences of such actions until she develops empathy. Innocent =/= Good.

[@alkestro]

There has NOT been a single anime that has made me cry more than Violet Evergarden. I cried myself to sleep after "Shigatsu kimi no uso" ended. Mostly, because of my own thoughts and realization about the finality of death and lost potential (She was so young and full of dreams T_T). But Violet Evergarden has achieved that for me more times that I'm willing to accept in less than 30 mins...

[@strahanbleach9675]

Yes

[@exercz5233]

Clannad?

[@ryanjay2002]

anohana?

[@JAPelicano1]

My body was dust after watching this series. No moisture left.

[@wompwomp1457]

When Violet became suicidal and started choking herself out I started bawling. I related to her so much in that moment that I felt like I was crying her tears. I love this anime dearly

[@pearlmcj]

I’d only really heard about the stunning animation when I finally got around to watching Violet Evergarden, so I decided to get my mom to watch it with me. She’s never watched an anime series before, but she thinks Studio Ghibli’s movies are beautiful masterpieces for their animation, so I figured VE would at least be a treat to her eyes even if she didn’t decide to stick with the whole show. Hoo boy, did I ever underestimate how much she’d come to care for it. She ended up being the one to suggest that we watch it if it had been a while, and she’d be the one to urge “hey, let’s watch one more.” And oh BOY when we got to Episode 10? Sitting there and watching this beautiful tribute to a mother/daughter relationship *with my mom*?? We were both sobbing afterwards, and had to take a break to just cry in each other’s arms before pushing forward to Ep 11 (which proceeded to also make us cry, though not quite as much). I’ve been blessed enough to never lose anyone to war, so I didn’t relate to the trauma and grief of the characters outside of my own experiences with losing loved ones, but this story still touched me and my mom in a way that we never expected. Another piece of media that deals beautifully with veterans coming home from war and struggling to reintegrate into everyday society is the musical Bandstand. I saw it at a screening of the show, not live, but it rendered me and my friends into sobbing messes. The pain of the soldiers really punches through, and you get the sense that the band the veterans form is the only thing holding them together. I dunno if the performance recording is available, but if it is, I can’t recommend it enough!

[@SourRobo8364]

The problem with watching Violet Evergarden, everything else looks and feels like garbage by comparison.

[@AnselmoSB]

@waifu eater it will only rise more your standarts

[@brooke6769]

ARC-77 Fordo exactly!!!! After I finished watching and I went to Look for something else to watch, every thing else felt like trash lol

[@kiryu900]

:Brooke : try clannad

[@lavenderscent2334]

Exactlyyyy xiencirj

[@Wolfen443]

The animation is just gorgeous and amazing plus the story is super moving. Is PSTD Coverage after a war brought closely to life in anime,.

[@muffinman4515]

I really relate to the “liking the shows that make you cry” thing. It’s nice to know it’s not just me. But that idea of enjoying a good cry just makes me appreciate Violet Evergarden that much more. This show is not just an amazing story, but it also has other great elements like its soundtrack and visuals. Not only does the show have these great aesthetic features, but it also carries a powerful messages with almost every episode. In addition, every episode succeeds in getting me attached to characters, and or a story, to the point where I might cry by the end of the episode. This was the first show I’ve found were I cried not only at the end, but throughout the story because of one overwhelming emotion or another. I enjoyed this show so much that it knocks the rankings of many shows I’ve seen down by one star at least and I hope to find many more like it.

[@NoNONo979]

I watched this anime with my dad who was in Iraq. He said “the cold and blunt statements is pretty accurate. You really don’t have time to be emotional. Other than that, it’s pretty good”

[@FaithfulHorrorhound]

That one episode. That singular episode! That left this 30-something man crying like nothing else has. A year later, any time I think about it, I STILL end up crying over it. Incredibly rare for an anime to have that kind of impact on its audience.

[@ProjectZro]

dude, I started bawling at the mere mention of the Anne episode .... seriously hit me at home, like the ending to Crash

[@zianitori1565]

Whenever people talk about a series being "too slow" 9/10 times they're stupid and wrong and the show is probably an instant classic. See Steins;Gate

[@generalkenobi2812]

my god, you're dumb.

[@zavoxd7604]

@@generalkenobi2812 you are dumber

[@generalkenobi2812]

NO U

[@BlackGateofMordor]

A show's pacing can certainly be too slow, but that's not the problem here. VEG is just boring.

[@omsmh]

@@BlackGateofMordor HOW

[@taylor_green_9]

Having suffered from soul-crushing depression since early childhood, I didn't have any trouble relating to Violet from the very first chapter. I know that sense of empty, unfeeling inhumanity, and how that void is a form of suffering unto itself

[@PigStuffy]

I absolutely love Violet Evergarden. I went in with 0 expectations besides the promo art looked pretty. After watching the I took a peek at the myanimelist forums and boy do some people hate this show. I never understood the absolute hate because I think this anime is beautiful and I am in love with it.

[@PigStuffy]

NihilisticLoner I've learned too always expect the worst and never have high expectations. This way I never get disappointed

[@cestalia]

I probably don't like it because I watch a lot of show and thia anime is nowhere near to crush me, except maybe episode 10. But I cry alot in other emotional anime.

[@ernestogastelum9123]

PigStuffy77 VE isnt an anime that is meant for everyone. i think people who only focus on action type animes should avoid this anime completely.

[@김윤서-e7x]

It was probably hated because it was so sad that it hurt them physically.

[@danielsjohnson]

I don't follow pre-season hype for most shows partly because I don't have the time to. That has the unintended effect of protecting me from the bad effects of hype. I liked the show. You are actually the first I've heard of others disliking the show.

[@OkamiRissi]

honestly...Violet Evergarden is the first anime that has made me cry in years Watching the Anime so far I just *really* want to read the Novel and hope they'll have an english release for it

[@esejsnake1503]

OkamiRissi There does exist a readable - I'd say even good - fan translation: www.google.pl/amp/s/dennou-translations.tumblr.com/post/159331691639/violet-evergarden-novel-index/amp

[@OkamiRissi]

oh! Thank you very much!

[@esejsnake1503]

OkamiRissi No problem! Enjoy 🙂

[@OtakuGirl-ho1ve]

OkamiRissi In real life I don’t really experience situations were sadness comes into the picture, but if there does happen to be something sad, I rarely cry. But for this anime I cried so much, I cried 13 times!!! (Yes, I kept count)

[@OptimusOmega6]

Violet's character arc may focus mainly on her experience as a child soldier, and I'm certainly glad that real world veterans have a character they can connect with, but there is a lot to be said for how many of her personality traits also match up with various symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder. As someone who happens to fall on the spectrum myself I find Violet to be a very endearing and sympathetic character, even if my own symptoms and experiences don't perfectly match with hers.

[@mothersbasement]

Yeah outside of the specific focus on war there's a general theme of "we fail to teach the 'obvious' or 'common sense' aspects of life to young people" that is more broadly resonant

[@ronazdug]

Yeah

[@arrow_awsome]

Before watching: if a carictor with the thing I have is the main carictor, I think I will watch it.

[@omeragam8628]

OptimusOmega Wow, I never thought of that!

[@ryantheanimator1156]

ANIME - AKUMA You are not wrong! Don't want to spoiler anything, but Violet isn't just a normal child soldier, like Guts or Sousuke from Fullmetal Panic. There's actually more to her than that.

[@TheWriteFiction]

I don't know about everyone else, but episode 10 destroyed me. I just could not stop crying at the end. It was absolutely out of control. And if that weren't enough, I think episode 11 finished me off. Beautiful. Incredible. Heart wrenching. I honestly can't sum up how incredible this series is.

[@pens_and_picturesee.lia.452]

It's funny because Leidenschaftlich wich means in German passionately and when the people Cut the Name short and Just say : I'm going to Leiden, leiden is also German and means suffering... ._. am I the only Person who thinks about Something Like that?....

[@MiguelLopez-ue3mv]

Pens_and_picture See.lIa.45 I appreciate you

[@suziekeuls7582]

Leiden is also dutch and leiden is a city in the Netherlands

[@KarolineLovesArcane]

Pens_and_picture See.lIa.45 Passionately suffering boi That would mean someone is suffering for their beliefs or strong feelings.

[@asta_of_sloth]

I also thought about that when I heard the names for the first time

[@anjaanja6448]

Yeah I speak german and I laughed so hard because of that and the japanese pronunciation

[@buferoto6912]

Spent all night watching this anime... And I cried a lot. I love this show so much! God bless you for convincing me to watch it, and god bless Kyo Ani for this beautiful, heartfelt show!

[@FrostedMiniFears]

50. Years. Of. Letters. Q_Q

[@goyousei1]

FrostedMiniFears this was the episode that has to make everyone cry.

[@tromend]

THIS. THIS SO MUCH.

[@tylermcqueen9684]

Rob Peskin I feel dead inside because I wanted to cry but just didn’t.

[@VladDascaliuc]

Why so? Why does that make you so sad?

[@Shalamas822]

I cried so much omg

[@matsushitathefifth2862]

This is the only anime to make me cry every episode. It’s fantastic.

[@idrawalot8000]

I love anime that make me cry. Ep 7, 10, and 11 hit me with so many feels😭 Honestly every episode was sad, but at the same time beautifully emotional. The ost is beautiful. The art style is beautiful. The story is beautiful. All in all, Violet Evergarden is a beautiful show that will live on as a beautiful memory.

[@avatarwan5824]

literally, i cried from episodes 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 13. 12 had me close, but not enough.

[@sabrexi7228]

I cried so hard at Ep. 10 my eyes stung because the tears just kept coming, so much so they just stayed in my eyes because there was so much coming.

[@Digiarcstudio]

I've been watching anime for 5 years now. Not once has one made me cry as hard as I did or empathize so much for the main character as Violet Evergarden did. This story, at least in my opinion, is a masterpiece and is easily become one of my all-time shows. I can't recommend this enough.

[@krawchick4418]

You know it's good when a retired veteran watches anime

[@jadeorbigoso5212]

Then his eyes becomes watery

[@Tenkurel]

I hope he doesn't mention episode 10 in this, I don't think my heart could ta- Oh... here come the tears again.

[@Road_to_Dawn]

4:10 Why am I crying at a clip with no audio, having never watched the show before?! TT.TT Edit: Wow, I ended up crying through most of this video. With how long I bawled after episode 4 of Angel Beats, The Wind Rises, and the three times I cried during and after Your Name, I’m kinda scared of how I’ll be able to handle Violet Evergarden -.-

[@lam1991hahaha]

Proc of the Dawn don't worry, you will cry.

[@faerieus]

Proc of the Dawn I almost cried. I'm not looking forward to this ;_;. I also just watched his infinity war thanos is the hero video and almost burst into tears over stuff. No spoilers sorry! Ugh emotions are so inconvenient!

[@Road_to_Dawn]

I haven't seen his video yet, but I cried twice watching Infinity War xD

[@PiercingSight]

Keep a huge bottle of water nearby.

[@DixieRoseproductions]

Oh sweet summer child.... My fields are watered from the tears shed.

[@TheBaconVanMan]

Holy shit. This show smashed my heart harder than a KZbin like button. I haven't ever cried so hard from a TV show or movie in my life. The feels. Were real.

[@tindersamurai911]

I cried almost every episode when I watched Violet Evergarden, it's hard to put what I'm feeling into words but it's really just a one of a kind anime. I'd say that it's one of the best anime that has ever been made.

[@rosemmagutierrez1386]

Indeed. What other best shows do you know of?

[@KellyJoule]

This show makes me feel a lot but I never cried, that is until episode 10 and I WAS A MESS

[@VladDascaliuc]

Why so?

[@SakuraAvalon]

lol Same!

[@gostttttttttt]

Me too lol.

[@cresdc8481]

the last time I cried on an anime episode is around 2015 (little busters! refrain) and three years later, my tearducts were defeated BRING ANN'S MOTHER BACK PLS

[@saltie5480]

I binged it, I cried the entirety in every episode and eventually I needed to go to the doctor because my eyes were so painfully dry and she said that I was heavily dehydrated.

[@thefrenchiestfry360]

This is the *one* anime that has managed to make me cry at the end of every episode, I love it

[@habitablefiction7090]

The part that makes me believe in the story's realism is how Violet actually goes about handling her environment. From her war experience, she has an insane ability to listen to instructions and be direct with her team. It's this that makes her such a good automemoir doll, not really in the traditional sense that she writes out exactly what her clients say rather than what they mean like in one of the first few episodes, but rather that she overcomes that and is able to expose the truth behind how people feel through her directness. For me it's relatable because I tend to open up with people when they're more direct and listen intently to the few things I tend to have to say. It makes a connection far stronger when you actually seem to care. tl dr; Violet is a great automemoir doll because of her war experience. It makes her feel much more realistic and relatable

[@bigbobilly8991]

Made the mistake(?) of watching the whole show in one day. I've never watched anything that made me feel so many different emotions. I cried tears of joy for Charlotte, tears of sorrow for Oscar, and tears of bittersweet happiness for Ann. I don't believe I'll ever watch a show that made me feel like this one did.

[@Selunabun]

Violet Evergarden is truly a master piece. Beautifully written and animated, it helped me to overcome some of the grief I still have over my heart sister taking her life two years ago. I cant remember which episode, but one of them hit me so hard that I was curled up in a ball, weeping for a good solid 5 minutes. It is extremely sad to know that some of the talented artists who worked on this were killed in the arson attack on Kyoto Animation. I pray for their families and hope the survivors can continue their own amazing work.

[@kool-aidman7454]

I haven't cried this much in every single episode while watching an anime in my life. This show will always be my favorite anime ever.

[@giygas9305]

Nice man. Very memorable anime. It might not be my *favorite* anime but it’s easily in my top 5