The Real Reason NORN Shut Herself In & RUDEUS’ Response To It | MUSHOKU TENSEI Season 2 Cut Content

This was the best episode of Mushoku Tensei season 2 so far! But there's quite a bit more to it than what we were shown. Not only is there a lot more to Norn's past but Rudeus' self reflection through her was quite important too!
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[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

Rudy knowing how to put norn at ease thanks to his own trauma was such a sign of growth. Specially by how cold she was towards him. Not taking time to understand his own struggles

[@BriceLijewski]

There's also the duality of him taking his past life experiences and using them to take every advantage to get what he wants, luckily in this case what he wants comes from a good place and isn't selfish in nature.

[@Thescott16]

Yup, excellent writing for great character payoffs and yet the top comments on the sites are almost all "wah wah, so borin. wher da akshun?"

[@juusovuolle8251]

@@Thescott16 well to be fair with a different direction, this season could have had much more action. Sword sanctum arc and giving couple episodes for the travelling part from the north to Bhegarit Continent would have showcased a much more fast paced and action oriented series. But I don't personally mind the more slice of life approach that they took. But with only 24 episodes in a 6 volumes. You must basically choose one or the other.

[@66115983]

norm cant escape rudy's praise even in the comment section

[@Pinkytinky-iw5uw]

The scene with Norn opening the curtain seeing her father in Rudeus made me audibly gasp😭

[@klarofunhousehazzard2793]

Sameee

[@shortwave737]

It's one of those scenes that really solidifies that Rudy is Rudy now. He isn't that guy who was locked in his room for all those years anymore. It was really powerful to see.

[@Soloong_Gaybowzer]

@@shortwave737 For those of us who had fathers and fathered sons, it's more likely that Norn saw just how much Rudy looks like his dad. Something that she was psychologically incapable of doing while she hated Rudy. Meaning, it signified the moment he stopped hating him and saw him for what he is: his father's son.

[@blackestbutter]

Crazy part is manga did it way better

[@junkerzn7312]

The students and teacher freaking out seeing a very angry Rudeus was really well done, among other scenes.

[@yeng1855]

That scene is my genuine favorite, I'll never forget it. The universal feeling that your little sister might have been bullied without you being there to protect her would make anyone fear your wrath.

[@thisdude9363]

​@@yeng1855People wouldn't fear yours or my wrath, lol. Half the school saw Rudy nuke a demon king. Of course they'd piss themselves in this situation.

[@Otes]

My favorite part of the episode was when he opened the door and saw his former self it felt like we could feel what he was feeling and what he was scared of happening to his sister

[@user-em6ie2be7x]

You definitely felt for Norn anyone with siblings knows what it's like constantly being compared to them. And to make matters worse she was already afraid of Rudeus when he punched Paul.

[@yoavco99]

Not everyone with siblings. I have siblings and haven't been compared to them much. I do still have an inferiority complex but I think that's unrelated.

[@user-em6ie2be7x]

@@yoavco99 ....You know you still just undermined your own comment right?

[@yoavco99]

@@user-em6ie2be7x How? Why?

[@im_scared_af5188]

@@yoavco99I think the inferiority complex probably comes from you comparing yourself to your siblings which still validates op’s comment.

[@johnjohnjohnson7720]

@@yoavco99 "Just because I have siblings does not being I get compared to them causing me to have an inferiority complex. I mean I do have an inferiority complex BUT NOT BECAUSE I'M COMPARED TO MY SIBLINGS!" - This guy probably Its men in black meme if you didn't know

[@katrinecondukta7447]

I don't know what was more sad to me, the entire anime episode or your words describing each and everything Norn felt. Holy brother, nice video.

[@heavy_elite]

The Anime Only portraying Rudis "GET OUT" in his Past Lives voice, fucking send Shivers down my spine...

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

Norn breaking down hit deep. This anime really know how to hit in the feels 😢😢😢😢😢

[@Volcanikss]

I was practically in tears watching this video, even though I already knew what happened

[@lucasq.rodrigues]

Oh my friend, the future holds many more moments that hit the feels, vita and the hydra were the worse for me (don't google these, it wil spoil a lot of important things for you if you hadn't read the novels)

[@cosmopolitanape6969]

That's why this is father of all isekai

[@deltalord6969]

Its hard growning up being percieved as essentially normal surrounded by supposed geniuses. I think alot of us have that imposter syndrome at different times in our lives.

[@deltalord6969]

Day 146 of asking for a grand assassin Hassan servant review

[@remy5347]

I have that every time I play my sax or th piano. Ppl praise me as if I'm Yiruma or something and will brag about me. I'm like bro...I know im not that good. Yall making me feel weird.

[@NephilimGodMusic]

@@remy5347 Lots of Love ❤ I played Alto Sax in High School and Piano I felt the same.

[@crongo4284]

@@remy5347 hmm thats not the same thing

[@kelton3772]

This is actually such a good video because the line in the anime when she said I know he won’t hit me. I felt came a little out of nowhere because it wasn’t really built up in the anime that she was afraid of him hitting her, but this video really made that line make a lot more sense, and obviously provided more insight to other things. which is really cool to see 👍

[@Pabloparsil]

No, the anime does make it clear that Rudy punching Paul was part of the problem. I think the issue might be that the weekly release makes it harder to follow threads like this one

[@matthewbarnes8661]

​@Pabloparsil yeah I get you, you'd have to basically binge watch it from the start to get that weekly release feeling to wash away. If you watched them back to back the scenes are only a couple hours apart... but weekly release it's months apart.

[@kylekinkead8162]

I think this cut content was maybe the best one so far, the amount they left out in the anime is crazy and the emotional stakes make this episode so much more impactful, awesome video!!!

[@1014p]

Honestly the anime needed this included. Just add a few extra episodes. It's not just about Rudy. In this case he is still involved.

[@GrandmaJesus]

i LOVED reading this part in the manga. it hit so close to home and the way his thoughts and feeling are distorted struck a cord in my heart so hard that i would have to stop reading to cry. in highschool i had a lot of issues and it "forced" me to end up ditching my entire sophomore year. which in california is illegal, they blamed my parents for me, a 400lb 6'3 guy for not going to school. like what was my mom and dad supposed to do force me??? it just makes no sense. but because of the shit i went through and my inability to deal with it my mom was put in jail for 6 months and labeled a child abuser. i was taken away and put into essentially a prison camp called Casa Pacifica why i was there i was sexually and physically abused by other kids. i had my back fucked up, my nose broken and while i was sleeping my clothes were torn off me and i was thrown out of bed more than once. im 30 and this shit still hasent been dealt with internally.

[@theegg2997]

that’s awful man, i hope u know that that experience is still fresh. youve only been an adult for short time now, it’s hard to shed off something that traumatic. it might be there for a while, you might get through it sooner than you think. you can do it ❤

[@ScarTalon]

If you havent been to therapy for what happened to you, it could really help you work through what happened. Therapy for me was something i avoided my whole life and had this extreme internal fear of. I finally got myself to go last year and ive come a long way since, and I've moved into a better place in my life. I still struggle with depression, anxiety, and other stuff, but therapy really helped me. I wish you the best and I'm sorry you had to go through that.

[@GrandmaJesus]

@@ScarTalon ya ive been trying for a couple years now. i moved to where i am almost 5 years ago and i immediately went to get all my drs and specialists i need because of my bad back and poor mental health. i went to this therapist that was also apart of the primary dr's company i was going to and i met with him like 3-4 times to confirm all my diagnoses. but the last visit he told me he thinks i have ptsd and that mixed with my major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder means he "doesnt have the resources to handle my case" so he referred me to another therapist that then told me they couldnt and this cycle has been going on since... im scheduled for a therapist out of town because ive been to over 10 IN town and the last one said theres noone else to refer me to nearby. and thats in a couple weeks. i can only hope they can actually help me. i have a person that helps me with my meds and keeping appointments and stuff and i was talking to them a few weeks ago and joked saying "im too messed up to be helped i guess" but they got really mad and told me to never say that lol

[@ScarTalon]

@GrandmaJesus haha yeah I bet they were mad. My therapist challenges me when I talk like that, too. That sucks their isn't a therapist that has the credentials/resources to help you. Are you seeing therapists or psychologists? I know theirs a big difference. Maybe if you haven't seen a psychologist, that could potentially resolve the issue of nobody being able to help? Either way, that sucks and I'm sorry you have had such a hard time getting help, but I'm proud of you for trying!

[@josebarajas1998]

Thanks!

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

Can't wait For the figure! Shalchair LET'S GO! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@fatburrito5116]

I havent read any manga or LN of mushoku tensei. watching your content helps me understand the story more! thank you and keep up the good work

[@bluenach7799]

Thank you for these videos of Mushoku Tensei, really helps give us more context. Norn is such a well written character that grew on me.

[@rhythmmandal3377]

Norn's room mate has a way cooler design in the Anime NGL.

[@mukthipriyan5795]

Thanks

[@godsofhydragaming3179]

This is such a beautiful breakdown, so detailed and said in a way thats so captivating

[@unholy_exe]

I really do appreciate these cut content videos and they are the reason I started to read the LN myself. Thank you for another banger MT video 👍

[@labadf]

Awesome video! Thank you for making these. This is a very touching moment from the novel and manga, and I think many people might benefit from knowing everything the anime cannot (for time constraints) show

[@mikealjohnsson]

This episode had me in tears. I love how they can make such great and compelling storylines

[@NerdyMusicChef]

Another great cut content video. Thanks for two in a week! I’m terrified for the next turning point. Even though I’m anime only, I still know the general plot point, but not the details.

[@cincoosaan]

I actually bawled the hell out of this episode because there are times where I wish someone would extend themselves unconditionally to try and actually understand the hardships, pent-up trauma and fears people would still have to go through.

[@Across_]

Good stuff! Thank you for this one! It's always nice to see when ppl realize that Mushoku Tensei is actually an entire redemption arc/slice of life for/of the MC, instead of simply "just a good and nice isekai to watch". 🙂

[@HM-ew4ou]

Idk man but the direction for this episode was really great. The part when he opens the door and sees himself, as well as norn seeing paul as she opened the curtains was a really nice touch. The manga does well in portraying the emotions of the characters visually, but boy does the anime charm us with its overall direction

[@typicalasianguy1805]

11:25 Reminded me when my nephew talked to me about his feelings and his own problems. He was only nine and at the time I was unsure if his problems were exaggerated or not really that bad. But I listened to him and responded to him, while trying to remain neutral because he had problems with his mom and dad. Except for his dad, because his father makes fun of him and by his words “crying like a little girl” whenever he cries. I’m no psychologist or what ever field studies this? But I feel that’s no way to teach your son to be a “man.” I feel it might be worse. I’m not sure why but after when that happened, he started liking me more and to the point he hugs me. I’m quite happy that I’ve made myself quite comfortable for him to be around as he directly told me that he feels comfortable when speaking to me. Though I’m afraid of losing that. I dislike making relationships because it’s worse when you lose them.

[@korumer8351]

thank you for that cut content episodes, I read the LN but stoped after some time (enough even for this and probably some of the 4 season). Watching your videos remind me why I started reading LN and maybe I'll continue Mushoku Tensei LN again

[@ryansirico4795]

I absolutely love these videos they fill the void during the week when we're waiting for new episodes

[@basedturu2320]

i like the title is double meaning for both rudy & norn.

[@tontj]

That time when Norn see Paul's image in Rudues really hits hard. Also thanks for giving us more detail related to what happened with Norn and Aisha when they were in Milis.

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

You're on fire! Anither video so soon?! Thanks 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@BearerOfDreams]

My favorite episode this season

[@adisipunct9562]

Honestly the way you portrayed the cut content from that episode it seemed more emotional than the episode was. Didn't expect it

[@gzmoney149]

Out of all the POV in the series this is my favorite one. It’s cool how so many of the people around him impact him in different ways. I know it’s a fantasy series and Rudy’s growth is the focus but at its core I think the story is really about family.

[@richardzoerner8275]

this episode was utterly amazing, how they bought norns and redues emotions across. 10/10

[@bazookaward3859]

this was amazing. cant wait to see what else is coming.

[@unterhau1102]

It's honestly crazy how much I can relate my own life experiences to all of the characters in mushoku Tensei.

[@SirDonks]

Turning point 3 releases tomorrow!

[@Miwhe]

yea, reading sylphie’s death in turning point 3 left me sobbing by the end 😭😭😭 im a pathological liar btw

[@toomanyhobbies116]

Ya I'm nervous AF. I know a decent amount of spoilers, but not exactly sure what's about to happen

[@Daganath]

@@toomanyhobbies116 no matter what happens, it'll be a good episode

[@juxoq]

@@Miwhehow it feels to spread misinformation 🌈🐬

[@kkayumii5097]

​@@Miwhe Tp4 😉

[@zachrohler1047]

2:37 holy shit lmao. Rudy looks badass! I would have loved to see this version of rudy! Dude looks like hes gonna pop a blood vessel

[@RimuRukey13]

Why am i crying? Even though it's an explanation video? The moment norn realize what actually rudeus are, and when rudeus would do anything to help his sister, really make me cry.

[@Omega-mr1jg]

You explaining how norn felt also gave butteflies to my own stomach, great work

[@Sonicred380]

you are doing great work man

[@LionheartMindExplosion]

This episode was amazing, I had to be my own hero and save myself from getting bullied but I went through the Norn Arc myself of being lost in self-isolation, The circumstances are different from person to person, but the emotional impact and affect are the same so this episode was definitely hitting close to home and bring him back memories and feelings. I’d long thought I’d forgot. 10/10 episode and a great example of why I love anime

[@hcook1023]

I can feel this I was a middle child. My older brother was dad's favorite and forced himself on him from an early age while my little brother was a momma's boy who was babied by her. I was the smart nerdy kid with almost no crossing over interests with my parents It may hard to recognize when you're a golden child but it's incredibly easy when you're the black sheep. While I was left out my parents did admit it was because I needed less attention in large part from having a 3.8 without studying so they thought I was getting preferential treatment for getting to play hooky a lot and not forced to study

[@Sarcastic_Sophist]

I have a similar circumstance though I'm the youngest. I had a lot of health issues when I was little so my mom definitely babied me a little. I was also my father's first child and my mom's fourth. So he favored me and ignored my siblings a lot before my parents divorced. My eldest sister liked me for awhile but has grown resentful when our mom helps me out. For context she has her hand out a lot from cars to money to pay her debts. My brother now relies on me a lot and my mom for financial help as he had a bad divorce and incarceration. My other sister positively despises me for quote "getting everything". Funnily enough though, I get probably the least. My eldest sister and brother have cost my mom thousands of dollars and she frequently drives hours to bail them out of trouble. Whereas I from 16 onward rarely ever saw her (1 time a week in highschool). My mom gave similar reasoning. I have a good job and have paid all my bills since I was 19. I've always done well in school, to the point I'm looking to attend law school. In our mom's words I didn't seem like I needed more attention so she never gave it. Doesn't mean it never hurt me.

[@axelsosa7551]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS MAN

[@TheWilliamKJones]

Great breakdown as always.

[@MyChiliIceCream]

Im genuinely thankful for this series. I love the anime but I don’t have the time to read the novel as I’m currently studying law. Thanks for filling us with the details we might miss.

[@demoulius1529]

This episode hit like a sledgehammer. Such amazing writing

[@dogerswag]

Love all your Mushoku Tensei videos

[@maxdon2001]

Great video!

[@Leonlion0305]

I really like this part because it is exactly because of Rudy's terrible past pre-reincarnation that gave him the compassion as to how to approach Norn and refraining from intruding Norn's space (mentally and physically) carelessly. Having that understanding and delicate approach from Rudy is something I really like.

[@zescoot2590]

I really can't wait for the next episode!

[@travisshorey7296]

Loved this channel so good next level

[@Joshtube911]

Thank you man truly love your work insta click every time its mushoku tensei

[@Zenex4504]

This episode hit very close to home for me ive been a shut in for the last 6 years

[@maruda2000]

One of the best episodes so far. Can't wait for turning point.

[@hunterkarasaw]

man, great content, no spoilers and good in depth explanations with awesome video editing and narration

[@logandevitt7017]

This episode was truly the best in awhile. Love the whole show, but this episode with Rudy’s anger towards Norn’s potential bully, his feelings of fear for her being shut-off, and his new perspective of trying to help his sister really made this episode special. My favorite by far is when Norn looks at Rudy and sees Paul’s concerned face instead

[@TsuchiGamer06]

Such a gorgeously directed episode

[@VaibhavShewale]

it is still sad that rudy never trained them magic on how he learned

[@kidkatanatv]

Whaaaat? Official nice job

[@TheMrGiannisgr]

Norn is one of the best characters. Very underrated.

[@johnlacey6661]

NEW EPISODE ON HULU!!!! IM IN TEARS I NEED CUT CONTEN FOR CONTEXT

[@mypizza4715]

I thoroughly enjoy watching scenes being played out through other characters’ eyes and norn’s is among my top favorite

[@Wolfeson28]

This episode hit so well on every note. The biggest thing for me is that, once Rudeus realized what was really going on, he was forced to confront the question that sat at the heart of his darkest memories: "what would have made the difference for me before?" That's the question he was obviously never able to answer during all the rest of his previous life, and in his current life he's mostly ignored it in favor of focusing on the much more positive present. It's emblematic of his growth that the thing which finally made him confront that question and all of his worst memories was the desperate need of someone he cares about. In the end, Rudeus didn't really find a clear answer to the question, but he knew he had to do something, he at least had a long list of things that ne knew *not* to do, and he was determined to be there for Norn even without a clear plan. In the end, that combination of his determination to simply be there and being willing show show his vulnerability of *not* knowing how exactly to help were what broke through.

[@miguellopes7627]

This episode made me shed a tear

[@pegaferno4429]

Wake up folks, Aninews posted another video on pure gold

[@austinwall3085]

This show really know how to hit anyone in the feels know matter who we are. I thought I was good at not reacting to tv shows emotionally and then I found Mushoku Tensei.

[@viciousoz4188]

Definitely top 3 moments of the LN for me. Rudy visiting Norn in her room

[@alterman200]

Honestly the manga covers this part amazing, even with a bit extra that wasnt in the ln or anime that really moved me

[@devlin9967]

This episode shows why Mushoku Tensei is such an amazing show. Each character has flaws that have real impact on the story and it makes the world feel real. And the growth that each character goes through feels real. There is always a specific reason as to why a character does something or feels a certain way. And there is always a reason why characters change instead of the author saying "Because I said so".

[@Jungoguy]

This was by far the best episode of the entire season. I came close to crying from it.

[@TheRedRobin96]

I am dreading the Begaritto arc

[@HatTrkPatrk]

I'm physically shaking with anticipation for TP3. Sunday cannot come fast enough for me. Gonna go back a couple episodes & rewatch just so I'm fresh for it.

[@666stonewall]

Ruijerd is legit the GOAT. What a lovely character arc.

[@PerryTheBerry95]

@AniNews Please continue Arifureta cut content, season 3 has been announced to be in production. It's slated to come out fall this year.

[@justamanwithoutamustache]

i love it when u bring up the manga panel, personally to me the art looks better than the anime

[@felipemacedo4596]

every video from AniNews just makes your day better

[@Reviitox]

This entire debacle in the LN is in my top moments for the series. Only bested by the upcoming turning points

[@are3287]

I wish the anime adapted more of the source material but such is life. Norn is an awesome character. The comparison dynamic between her and Rudy hits home for me, except that I'm Rudy and my little sister had trouble growing up. She turned out successful though.

[@343JustMe]

As a brother i really couldnt watch this episodes without breaking out into tears randomly throughout. I had originally read the LN and the whole time i was reading i was trying to suppress tears. When Norn pulled the curtain and started crying into rudys arms tho i couldnt stop the floodgates

[@nightmareSM]

This is what I call a masterpiece

[@tatotato85]

Cant wait for the next episode

[@Barneyfo]

Great breakdown as usual!! btw how old is Rudy right now?

[@debasishmajhi687]

one of the best episode,i did feel it in my nerves that doing something like rudy is freaking hard to overcome.

[@jaetking7998]

Almost shed a tear watching this episode ngl

[@PoProstu_Ameryka]

I am so touched

[@TheLostGate]

Damn did this episode hit home

[@DavidPereiraLima123]

Poor norn, I like her. I hope she flourishes from this point. The most haunting thing was Rudy entering his own room and hearing his past life screams.

[@NightmareFuelsYou]

This was def the best episode so far. Agree

[@5danieldavis]

Can't wait for the turning point. Read the novels myself and can't remember what this one is. Like, letter from dad, friend getting sick or the return of an enemy. Either way, this season is only getting better as it goes

[@syan2240]

There's a turning point episode comming out today??? Hell yeah!

[@declangallagher1448]

"With a turning point things are only going to get better" WHAT KIND OF SADIST ENJOYS THE EMOTIONAL CRITICAL HIT A TURNING POINT BRINGS

[@iceman4169]

Great 👍🏻 video nice 👍🏻 hype!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@JEYPICK]

Good music choice

[@jeremyberner5164]

Good video

[@brendant2180]

I loved the entire episode, it was a total emotional roller coaster, but at the very end, after the ending, when it said "Next Episode: Turning Point 3", i may have peed myself a little bit omg i wish i could catapult myself into the future just a few days and see it

[@TheBranchez]

Man, having read both the LNs and WNs I am still very anxious about the Turning Point, like I always am :/ On another note, this episode was amazing, very emotioanlHad to rewatch it. P.S. Like your message at the end, this are going to get better :'( *sad noises

[@Cooki69]

"I know what I have to do, but I don't know if I have the strength to do it." Is basically how she felt at the end