English Dub Review: I May Be a Guild Receptionist, but I’ll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time “It May Be a Trap, but I Have to Keep Moving Forward”

Overview

Deep beneath guild HQ, Alina and Silver Sword find the “Man in Black/Black Reaper,” who finally reveals his identity…

Our Take

While the twist surrounding the Reaper’s true identity wasn’t all that surprising, the execution lacked proper buildup. The shift from suspicion to full reveal felt abrupt, especially given how little time was spent establishing the trail of clues for the audience to connect the dots. It might’ve benefitted from more groundwork or investigation beforehand, but despite the weak setup, the emotional weight of the reveal still landed, thanks in large part to the villain’s strong presence and personal motivation.

The rest of the episode’s proceedings leaned heavily into the emotional motivations behind the antagonist’s actions. Rather than chasing power or ambition, his choices stem from overwhelming grief and a need to fix the past. It’s a rare portrayal of a villain whose downfall comes not from arrogance or greed but from love twisted by regret. And from what we see, it’s executed well…

Overall, the episode shifts the tone of the series dramatically, trading laughs and light office humor for emotional weight and tragedy. It might not be the direction I expected, but it does offer a surprisingly sympathetic villain and a deeper story than what we’ve been used to at this point. But with the finale just ahead, the tension is high, and the characters are more vulnerable than ever. Whether or not everything wraps up satisfyingly remains to be seen. But one thing is certain. The finale will be an emotional rollercoaster!