The Banished Former Hero Lives as He Pleases

Studio Deen Spring 2024
ActionAdventureFantasy
5.5
Quality Score
-0.08 (Mixed)
Audience Mood
3 / 10
Controversy
36,171
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

Deemed a "good-for-nothing" for his low level and lack of a god-given Gift, Allen is stripped of his noble status and banished from the Duchy of Westfeldt. But Allen has a secret: he was a great hero in a previous life, and he's thrilled for the chance to finally live the way he pleases! His drama-free existence, however, is soon interrupted by a desperate encounter with his ex-fiancée. As a former hero who still possesses the incredible powers from his past life, Allen can't ignore someone in need—no matter how much he might like to! And so begins the new heroic saga our former hero never wanted! (Source: J-Novel Club)

Audience Consensus

The overall sentiment is negative due to the poor animation, generic plot, and uninspired characters. Many find the story boring and repetitive, with little to no depth. While some appreciate the chill nature of the anime, the overwhelming consensus is that it's a poorly executed isekai that fails to stand out.

Strengths

  • Some enjoy the chill, 'turn-off-your-brain' aspect.
  • The ending song is considered a highlight by some viewers.

Weaknesses

  • Poor animation quality with choppy movements and outdated style.
  • Generic and uninspired plot with stereotypical fantasy tropes.
  • One-dimensional and boring characters with little to no depth.
  • Rushed pacing and lack of meaningful character development.
  • Villains lack motivation and actions don't make sense.
  • Overpowered MC without significant challenges.
Available on: Crunchyroll (availability varies by region)