English Dub Review: Platinum End: “The Other Five”

Overview: Mirai (Alejandro Saab) and Saki (Laura Post) track down yet another god candidate in that of Shuji Nakaumi.

Our Take: Mirai and Saki track down Kanade’s best friend, Mizukiyo, to find out just how much of a stark opposite he is of his sadistic late friend, Kanade Uryu aka Metropoliman. How Mizukiyo shows his big heart is how he consoles another God candidate in that of the somber young boy, Shuji Nakaumi. 

Shuji’s ideology is presented as the most depressing thus far with him and his angel serving as the Trojan horse of death for people “in need.” What began as merciful killings to show compassion for people Shuji cares about soon morphs into a cruel and heartless act that he becomes numb to. Mizukiyo distinguishes himself from his psychopath companion in how he acts as an inspiring ray of light for Shuji. His positive aspects are highlighted by Mizukiyo having humanity and compassion for his recently deceased friend, Kanade, despite the deplorable person he was and how little he actually cared for him. He is a simple, yet convincing voice of reason for Shuji to change his stance on “mercifully” killing his brother. 

Shuji’s own warped viewpoint of how little his life is worth, how selfish humans are and how joyous his death would be throw a monkey wrench in the group’s plans as they all care about him. Hoshi, similarly to Mizukiyo, makes an impressive character display, offering a compelling opposing argument showing the good qualities that come from “selfish desires.” This shows his own brand of kindness that is pragmatic and true. With Shuji deciding to help, the gang forms a partnership with that of devilishly cheerful, Yuito.  With the final God candidate still unknown, the group decides to ask Temari for joint participation in the God candidate meeting. How Mirai, Saki and the gang plan to bust Temari out of police protection will no doubt be fun to watch in how they will do so with their angelic abilities.