English Dub Review: Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon “The Beginning of the End”

Overview

With the dungeon collapsed and Boxxo gone, the rest of the heroes split up to salvage the situation.

Our Take

Picking up from the previous episode, the aftermath of the dungeon’s collapse leaves the cast facing an uncertain future as they adjust to a world beyond the familiar labyrinth that has defined much of the series. With several groups pursuing different objectives, the episode expands the scope of the story by introducing new locations, characters, and mysteries while maintaining a sense of urgency in the wake of recent events. Despite the wider focus, the lingering concern over Boxxo’s fate remains at the center of the narrative.

Much of the episode’s proceedings is dedicated to worldbuilding, offering a broader look at the setting and hinting at larger conflicts unfolding beyond the dungeon. New faces and intriguing developments help flesh out the world, while several character interactions reinforce the bonds that have been built throughout the series. Although the pacing can feel somewhat scattered due to the number of plotlines being juggled at once, there is a clear effort to establish the foundations for the next stage of the adventure.

Overall, this is a transitional episode that prioritizes setup over action, but it succeeds in creating anticipation for what lies ahead. The expanded world, growing sense of scale, and emotional investment in the characters help keep the story engaging even in Boxxo’s relative absence. While not the most focused installment, it effectively bridges the gap between major story arcs and leaves plenty of reasons to be excited for the episodes to come.