English Dub Review: Seirei Gensouki: Spirit Chronicles “The Clutches of Evil, Stealing Ever Closer”



Overview

As the knights investigate the forest, they are attacked and subdued in a flash. When Alphonse wakes, he witnesses a horrible sight. Meanwhile, Flora’s thoughts of Haruto overlap with memories of Rio. Her swirling emotions keep her awake.



Our Take

This episode primarily focused on building tension and setting up future conflicts. The tension builds as the antagonists’ plans unfold, with one character’s transformation emphasizing the themes of power and consequence.

Meanwhile, the main cast faces both external threats and internal conflicts, offering glimpses of their growing abilities and personal struggles. This is also mixed with moments of reflection and determination while others struggle with unresolved feelings and lingering doubts… 

Overall, despite the pacing feeling uneven at times, the episode laid a solid foundation for what’s to come with its mix of suspense and setup, which thankfully more than makes up for the slower pace. And leaving me curious to see where it goes next!