Dr. Stone: Ryusui
Synopsis
Now that brains and brawns have united forces, the next step in Senkuu's plan to unravel the mystery behind the green light that once petrified humanity is to go to the other side of the Earth and investigate its origin. However, to achieve this, Senkuu must first build a ship. With the help of Tsukasa Shishiou's former underlings, the base of the ship is rapidly assembled, but there is one missing piece: a skilled captain. During their search, Senkuu and his crew come across a petrified Ryuusui Nanami—the heir of the biggest maritime conglomerate, known for his vast knowledge of sailboats but unpleasant personality. Despite this, Senkuu takes the risk and revives Ryuusui. Ryuusui, upon realizing there are no ownership rights in this new civilization, is excited at the prospect of claiming everything for himself. But before he agrees to play a crucial part in their upcoming journey and command the vessel through the restless seas, he and Senkuu must find the king of fuels to power the ship—oil. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
The 'Dr. Stone: Ryuusui' special is largely well-received, acting as a bridge between seasons and re-engaging viewers with its charming story and fun science elements. Ryuusui's character is a highlight for many, though some find him one-dimensional. The special successfully maintains the established Dr. Stone feel and generates excitement for the upcoming season.
Strengths
- Charming and fun story
- Fantastic art and animation quality
- Ryuusui's character design and VA are well-received
- Serves as a good bridge between seasons
- Good mix of humor and serious work
Weaknesses
- No real threat in the story
- Some consider Ryuusui one-dimensional
- Pacing may be too fast or skip steps
- Mediocre action compared to science focus