English Dub Review: Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill “Do Blacksmiths Dream of BBQ?”

Overview
Mukohda wants a custom-made grill, but the smithies are all refusing, at least until he devises an unusual yet effective solution…

Our Take

Picking up from the previous episode, Mukouda is now in the mood to have a barbecue cookout, leading to a string of comedic attempts to commission a grill from the stubborn dwarf blacksmith Aleš; through a mix of clever persuasion and well-timed bribery, he finally gets a blaksmith to listen to his idea and it later sets the stage for a festive meal, all while interactions with the pagan gods within this show’s universe highlight his uniquely chaotic relationship with the divine, keeping the tone light, character-driven, while his resourcefulness take center stage.

Mukouda’s interactions with Aleš, the gods, and his familiars showcase his ingenuity and easygoing nature, with the barbecue serving as a cheerful backdrop that keeps the focus firmly on character moments and everyday life rather than high-stakes tension; the charming cooking sequences especially the roasting of a giant cockatrice add visual appeal and whimsical worldbuilding, while small touches like receiving subtle divine “assistance” provide humor and personality, all underscoring Mukouda’s relaxed approach to growth and the cozy, lighthearted atmosphere that keeps things fun, even if Mukouda feels a small sense of uncertainty with what Aleš says to him…

Overall, the episode blends humor, character charm, and warm worldbuilding into a cozy, engaging chapter, with Mukouda’s cleverness shining through in his interactions with Aleš, his familiars, and the ever-demanding gods; the festive barbecue setting adds a cheerful, visually delightful backdrop that highlights everyday adventuring life, keeping the tone light, wholesome, and entertaining while focusing on personality-driven moments rather than high-stakes conflict and if I have any minor complaints, it’s that I had to turn the subtitles on due to a small plot point involving a “Gods Blessing” given to Mukouda in his sleep that wasn’t properly translated. But with 4 episodes left, what could happen next?