The appeal and evaluation of "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" OAD #1

Detailed review and recommendation of "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" series OAD #1

overview

The first OAD (original anime DVD) of the "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" series was released on July 9, 2019. The work is based on a light novel by Taiki Kawakami, Fuse, and Mitz Vah, and is animated by Eight Bit under the direction of Yasuhito Kikuchi. It is sold by Kodansha and consists of five episodes, each 25 minutes long.

story

"That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" tells the story of the protagonist, Satoru Mikami, who dies in a traffic accident and is reincarnated as a slime in another world. Reborn as a slime, Satoru begins a new life under the name Rimuru. In the other world, Rimuru encounters various races, develops friendships with them, and embarks on an adventure to use his powers to build a new country.

OAD #1 depicts the events from the moment Rimuru first arrives in another world to when he meets the goblins and begins living with them. In particular, the scene where Rimuru gives names to the goblins is very moving and leaves a strong impression on viewers.

character

Rimuru Tempest (Mikami Satoru)

The main character, Rimuru, was originally an ordinary Japanese office worker named Mikami Satoru. After dying in a traffic accident, he is reincarnated as a slime in another world. Rimuru has a calm and rational personality, and while he enjoys life in the other world, he also struggles to protect his friends. His growth and change are at the heart of the story.

Veldora

He is the first dragon Rimuru encounters, and is rescued by Rimuru after being sealed away. Veldora is Rimuru's friend and an important character who supports Rimuru's growth. His humorous personality and deep knowledge add color to the story.

Goblins

The goblins that Rimuru first befriends evolve and grow into powerful warriors when they are given the name Rimuru. They become Rimuru's trusted companions and work hard together with him to build a new country.

Animation and performance

Eightbit's animation faithfully reproduces the worldview of the original work. In particular, the scenes in which Rimuru moves around as a slime and the beautiful scenery of the other world are visually very appealing. In addition, the battle scenes are powerfully produced, drawing the viewer in.

Director Yasuhito Kikuchi's direction has succeeded in bringing out the charm of the original work to the fullest. In particular, the scene where Rimuru meets the goblins and starts living with them is impressive with its warm direction. In addition, the scene where Rimuru gives them names, coupled with the moving music, touches the hearts of viewers.

music

The music in "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" is an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the story. In particular, in the scene where Rimuru struggles to build a new country, the powerful music inspires the viewers. Also, in the scene where Rimuru meets the goblins and starts living with them, the warm music enhances the moving feeling of the story.

Recommended points

OAD #1 of the "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" series is a very fascinating work about reincarnation in another world. In particular, the scene where Rimuru starts a new life as a slime and the scene where he meets the goblins and starts living with them are very moving and leave a strong impression on the viewer. Also, don't miss the beautiful animation by Eightbit and the skillful direction of director Yasuhito Kikuchi.

I highly recommend this work to anyone who likes stories about reincarnation in another world or who is looking for an inspiring story. The story of Rimuru's growth and change will give courage and hope to the viewers. In addition, the beautiful animation and powerful battle scenes make this a great work for anime fans.

Related information

The "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" series has been expanded into various media, including not only light novels, but also manga, anime, and games. The anime series in particular has been highly praised and has gained many fans. In addition, in the game, you can control Rimuru and adventure in another world, allowing you to enjoy the worldview of the original work even more deeply.

This OAD #1 is an important episode for understanding the entire series, and is a must-see for fans of the series. Furthermore, OAD #1 is likely to have sparked an interest in the entire series for many people.

Conclusion

OAD #1 of the "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" series is a very fascinating work about reincarnation in another world. There is a lot to see, such as the touching story of Rimuru's growth and change, the beautiful animation by Eightbit, and the skillful direction of director Yasuhito Kikuchi. This work is highly recommended for those who like reincarnation in another world and those who are looking for a touching story. It will also interest many people in the series as a whole. Please watch this OAD #1 and enjoy Rimuru's new adventure.