Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV

J.C.Staff Summer 2022
ActionAdventureFantasy
7.7
Quality Score
0.21 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
6 / 10
Controversy
177,386
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

Intrepid adventurer Bell Cranel has leveled up, but he can’t rest on his dungeoneering laurels just yet. The Hestia Familia still has a long way to go before it can stand toe-to-toe with the other Familias of Orario — but before Bell can set out on his next mission, reports of a brutal murder rock the adventuring community! One of Bell’s trusted allies stands accused of the horrible crime, and it’s up to Bell and his friends to clear their name and uncover a nefarious plot brewing in the dungeon’s dark depths. (Source: Sentai Filmworks)

Audience Consensus

Season 4 is seen as a return to form for DanMachi, emphasizing dungeon exploration and character growth. While praised for its darker tone, improved visuals, and intense action, some found the predictability of the plot and the large cast of side characters to be detractive. Overall, the season was well-received by long-time fans, especially for its latter half.

Strengths

  • Improved animation and audio quality.
  • Return to dungeon exploration and core DanMachi elements.
  • Intense action and emotional depth.

Weaknesses

  • Over-reliance on side characters dilutes focus on the main plot.
  • Predictable plot armor for the protagonist reduces tension.
  • Inconsistent pacing.
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