Lord El-Melloi II's Case Files: Rail Zeppelin Grace Note - Waver, Reunion, and the Magic Lantern
Synopsis
A letter is delivered to Lord El-Melloi II informing him of a Clock Tower reunion. One morning, as the reunion's date draws near, Lord El-Melloi II takes a look in the mirror and reels in shock. He is suddenly a full decade younger! Lord El-Melloi II has become Waver Velvet, his former self! Believing himself to be in the grip of a powerful, magically induced delusion, Lord El-Melloi II immediately begins investigating how this could have happened. On the day of the reunion, he makes his way to the gathering of his contemporaries, planning to confront whoever transformed his body and hoping to reveal their intentions. However, when Touko Aozaki arrives, things take a sudden turn... (Source: Crunchyroll)
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed. Fans of the Lord El-Melloi series and the wider Fate universe may appreciate the nostalgia and further exploration of Waver's character, however, many find the plot rushed, poorly explained, and overly reliant on prior knowledge of the Nasuverse. Some viewers praise the art and soundtrack, but others are disappointed with the narrative's execution.
Strengths
- Nostalgic feel for Fate/Zero and KnK fans
- Exploration of Waver's life in the Clock Tower
- Soundtrack by Yuki Kajiura
- Improved art quality
Weaknesses
- Rushed and poorly explained plot
- Lack of character development
- Overly complex and confusing magic system
- Antagonist's motivations not properly developed
- Requires extensive knowledge of the Nasuverse to fully understand