Reikenzan: Eichi e no Shikaku
6.9
Quality Score
0.64 (Positive)
Audience Mood
7 / 10
Controversy
19,071
MAL Ratings
Synopsis
After two years of studying within the Reiken clan, Ouriku and other inexperienced disciples are ordered to descend to the temporal world for further studies, and Ouriku embarks the journey back to his birthplace. (Source: ANN)
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed, particularly regarding the second season. Some appreciate the spiritual themes, protagonist, and adventure elements. However, many find the second season weaker, with a confusing and rushed storyline, different character designs, and unnecessary plot elements. There is a noticeable split between those who enjoyed the tonal shift and those who preferred the first season's lighter approach.
Strengths
- Ideal Protagonist
- Playful protagonist with fun interactions
- Concepts on getting strong/powerful
- Beautiful background environmental art (Season 2)
Weaknesses
- Weaker than the first season, different feel
- Unexplained character relationship changes and departure from Oriku's typical behavior
- Storyline in season 2 is unnecessarily confusing and rushed
- Character designs changed a lot in Season 2
- Unnecessary adulterated jokes and Yaoi references