Sorcerous Stabber Orphen: Battle of Kimluck

Studio Deen Winter 2021
ActionAdventureDramaFantasyMartial Arts
6.5
Quality Score
0.59 (Positive)
Audience Mood
6 / 10
Controversy
9,237
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

Second season of Majutsushi Orphen Hagure Tabi. Orphen, who now knows Azalie's true motive, heads to the holy city of Kimluck. However, a fierce battle with the "Death Teacher" awaits him.

Audience Consensus

Audience reception is mixed, with some finding it a decent adaptation that improves upon season 1. However, many are disappointed by the rushed pacing, overcomplicated plot, and underutilization of characters. While some appreciate the adherence to the source material and improved animation, others feel it fails to capture the essence of the original or earlier adaptations.

Strengths

  • Faithful to the LN source material
  • Improved animation compared to Season 1
  • Interesting character motivations in some cases
  • Well-done action sequences
  • Good villain

Weaknesses

  • Overcomplicated and heavy exposition plot
  • Rushed pacing due to adaptation constraints
  • Mediocre OST
  • Underdeveloped side characters
  • Protagonist rendered useless at times
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