After painting an intricate picture of the war and its central characters back in Eylstadt, Shuumatsu no Izetta finally turns to the development of the promised offensive. While still maintaining a relatively high level of character depth and authorial integrity, the narrative jumps into thrillingly paced, well-animated battle with gusto.
Shuumatsu no Izetta Episode 6 Review
The writing stumbles early on in the newest episode of Shuumatsu no Izetta, but these small flubs are quickly outweighed by the powerful development of a crushing thematic realization.
Shuumatsu no Izetta Episode 5 Review
Shuumatsu no Izetta continues what seems to be a bit of a trend with the show: episodes that feature elegant writing on a complex topic, but are mysteriously plagued by an obvious shortcoming. This week, the show struggles with maintaining consistent, dynamic development of the central characters.
Shuumatsu no Izetta Episode 4 Review
The latest entry in our beloved witch's saga displays impressive attention to detail in terms of conflict and character motivation, but is marred by strange writing flubs and unconvincing attempts at comic relief.
Shuumatsu no Izetta Episode 3 Review
A penetrating silence, broken only by the occasional caw of a single falcon wheeling above. The unwillingly stoic faces of the soldiers manning their armaments below. This opening to Shuumatsu no Izetta’s third episode marks a departure in tone from earlier installments, and the greater attention paid to subtlety and patience persists throughout this chapter, ultimately creating something gorgeous.
Shuumatsu no Izetta Episode 2 Review
Well-executed sequence after well-executed sequence combined with the development of sophisticated character relationships through nuanced writing makes Izetta's second episode an admirable progression.
Shuumatsu no Izetta Episode 1 Review
Shuumatsu no Izetta's pilot episode stumbles in terms of character depth, but creates a promising setting for a discussion of power dynamics and nuanced character development.
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