English Dub Review: My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s “The Assassin Calls the Name”

Overview

After defeating a dragon, Akira and Amelia are shocked to discover it’s not really a Dragon. Meanwhile, Akira’s classmates decide to formulate a plan…



Our Take

Picking up from the previous episode, this chapter centers on Amelia, Akira, and Kilika as it dives deep into a story of trust, jealousy, and redemption that reshapes the emotional core of the series. What begins as tension among the elves unfolds into a heartfelt exploration of sisterhood and forgiveness, revealing a tragic history rooted in misunderstanding and buried memories. Through layered flashbacks and emotional confrontations, the truth behind Kilika’s resentment slowly comes to light, exposing how pain, guilt, and love intertwined to shape their past. The writing balances vulnerability and reflection beautifully, allowing each character to grow through moments of sincerity and compassion, and by the end, their reconciliation delivers a tender and hopeful resolution that feels both earned and deeply human.

The pacing in this episode moves quickly at times, too quickly, which keeps this from giving this a higher rating. Yet the emotional payoff remains strong. The duel between Akira and Kilika is a clear highlight, showcasing fluid animation, sharp choreography, and a cinematic flair that underscores the show’s visual strengths. Akira’s composure and empathy shine through the conflict, while the music enhances both the tension of battle and the tenderness of reconciliation. Subtle visual details—like the sisters’ expressions and the quiet moments that follow—add emotional depth, and despite a few awkward dialogue beats, scenes such as Amelia’s heartfelt plea for Akira to call her by her name bring warmth and sincerity to an otherwise intense and turbulent episode.

Overall, this episode delivers one of the series’ most heartfelt and character-driven chapters, blending action, emotion, and lore into a bittersweet yet hopeful story. While the pacing occasionally feels rushed and some resolutions come a bit too easily, the core themes of forgiveness, family, and empathy shine through. Akira’s calm restraint, Kilika’s redemption, and Amelia’s quiet innocence intertwine beautifully, creating a sense of closure that feels both sincere and satisfying. As the group looks toward new adventures on the Beast-folk continent, the episode leaves a lasting impression—reminding viewers that even in a world of magic and might, compassion remains the greatest strength of all.