OverviewA year has passed since the battle at the Sanctuary, and Subaru has been spending fulfilling days united with Emilia’s camp. However, his peaceful everyday life ends with the arrival of a single letter.Our Take The season premiere, Season 3 dives back into the story with an extended episode set in the beautiful Watergate City of Pristella, a place teeming with charm and intrigue. This setting is a perfect backdrop for Subaru and his allies to reconnect with each other and with the candidates for the royal selection. The initial moments feel relaxed, allowing the characters to showcase their growth and hinting at the challenges that lie ahead for the ever-optimistic Subaru.With the reintroduction of familiar faces, the premiere explores Subaru’s evolving relationships and the bonds between the royal candidates, adding depth and complexity to each character’s interactions. New arrivals, including a quirky performer and a few more intense personalities, add layers to the story’s dynamic, setting the stage for inevitable confrontations. Overall, this one-hour special made quite a lasting impression that manages to blend character-driven moments with engaging visuals and a cinematic flow that captivates from start to finish. The episode balances these lighter moments with ominous undertones, suggesting the tense challenges Subaru and his allies will face throughout this arc, and allows for deeper immersion, building anticipation for future episodes. With new twists on the horizon and Subaru’s past, I have no idea what will happen next and that’s a good thing!