Lord El-Melloi II's Case Files: Rail Zeppelin Grace Note - A Grave Keeper, a Cat, and a Mage
7.1
Quality Score
0.24 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
3 / 10
Controversy
35,706
MAL Ratings
Synopsis
Years after the Fourth Holy Grail War, Waver Velvet becomes the head of the Modern Magecraft Theories department at the Clock Tower, succeeding the title of Lord El-Melloi II. Waver and his apprentice Gray set out to find the truth behind a mysterious shadow that stalks them, while trouble brews among the mages of the Association. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
The special episode serves as a decent introduction to the series, particularly for Fate/Zero fans. While the storyline of the episode itself isn't exceptional, the visuals and sound are well-received. Most viewers agree that it effectively sets the stage for the main series by showcasing the characters and environment.
Strengths
- Good art and sound design
- Well-handled link to Fate/Zero
- Nice introduction to the setting and characters
Weaknesses
- Story in the special episode is not particularly strong
- Character development is limited in the special episode
- Some fear the plot may become repetitive
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