From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman
Synopsis
For 20 years, Beryl Gardenant has taught various people as the master of his father's sword-fighting dojo in a backwater village. Many have become astounding swordsmen themselves, but Beryl remains quite humble, referring to himself as an old man. His former disciples all disagree, including Allucia Citrus, a girl who graduated from Beryl's training over 10 years ago and is currently the commander of the Royal Order of Knights. Wishing to reveal her cherished teacher's true greatness, Allucia recommends Beryl to her superiors, leading to his appointment as a special instructor for the Order by imperial command. She delivers the news herself—though Beryl has yet to realize her deeper motive. Pressured by his aging parents, Beryl reluctantly accepts the job and moves to the capital. There, he meets more of his past students, such as Surena Lysandra, now a black-rank adventurer, and Ficelle Harbeller, a prominent member of the Magic Corps. Before long, word begins to spread: not even the strongest warriors can match the "old man" from the countryside. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed. Many find the main character likable and appreciate the well-done CGI and action, especially the choreography. However, others criticize the generic plot, slow pacing, and harem elements, leading to a 'mid' or average experience. The show is considered an easy and enjoyable watch for some, while others find it boring and unfulfilling.
Strengths
- Refreshing MC who isn't perverted and respects women.
- Well-implemented CGI and fight choreography.
- Enjoyable characters, particularly the humble and likable main character.
- Decent world-building and art style.
- Good balance between action and slice-of-life elements.
Weaknesses
- Generic plot with an overpowered and oblivious main character.
- Slow pacing, with episodes feeling stretched out and uneventful.
- Lack of significant character development.
- Repetitive story loops with predictable outcomes.
- Harem elements and age gap relationships may feel awkward.