The Beginning After the End
Synopsis
The story follows the strongest king in history, Grey. Although he possesses unparalleled power, wealth, and fame, there is no one who stands by his side…and he trusts no one. One day, Grey suddenly meets his death and is reincarnated as a powerless infant named Arthur in a world of magic. Surrounded by a loving family and companions, Arthur starts to experience joys in this new life that he never knew in his previous one. However, during a journey, his family is attacked by bandits... Thus begins his second life, filled with love and adventure! (Source: Official site)
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is heavily divided, primarily due to the poor adaptation quality compared to the source material (light novel/manhwa). While some anime-only viewers find the story enjoyable, many criticize the animation, pacing, and emotional depth. The series is seen as having potential, but the execution falls short, leading to disappointment and a sense of wasted potential.
Strengths
- Interesting story concept with a twist on the Isekai genre.
- Potential for character growth and redemption, especially for the protagonist.
- Enjoyable for anime-only watchers who are not familiar with the source material.
- Good opening song.
Weaknesses
- Subpar animation quality.
- Rushed and disjointed storytelling, especially in the adaptation.
- Weak introduction to the magic system.
- Flat portrayal of emotional expressions.
- Pacing issues, with some episodes being slow and boring.
- Generic or clichéd elements in the story and characters.
- Tedious romance subplots.
- Skipped or changed content from the source material.