English Dub Review: Spice and Wolf MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF “Fellow Traveler and Foreboding News”

Overview

Our titular travelers encounter a shepherd along the road. Can the Wise Wolf hold back against an enemy of wolves long enough for Lawrence to build more contacts?

Our Take

Lawrence and Holo finally reach the bustling city of Ruvinheigen, a lively contrast to their previous stops. Lawrence’s focus on profits and the mysterious message about his armor sets a tense backdrop. Along the way, they meet Norah, a shepherdess with ties to the Church, who offers to escort them. Though Lawrence trusts her, Holo remains wary, fearing the potential threat to her bond with Lawrence.

Holo’s jealousy isn’t very subtle throughout their journey, especially as Lawrence and Norah grow closer. Her fear of losing Lawrence manifests in various cute but insecure moments. Despite this, Lawrence reassures her, keeping their playful banter alive. Norah’s shy but brave demeanor adds an interesting dynamic to the group, even as suspicions linger about her true intentions and a local priest’s suspicious gaze…

Overall, this episode manages to balance humor with heaping doses of uneasy tension & suspense, while highlighting Holo’s vulnerable side and Lawrence’s charm. The interactions between the trio are engaging, with Holo’s jealousy adding a layer of emotional depth. And sets the stage for future potential conflicts, especially with the suspicious atmosphere in Ruvinheigen and the looming trade negotiations. Despite the slower pace, the ending cliffhanger left me hooked for more, and I can’t wait to see what direction it goes next!