Synopsis
During their decade-long quest to defeat the Demon King, the members of the hero’s party — Himmel, the priest Heiter, the dwarf warrior Eisen, and the elven mage Frieren — forge bonds through adventures and battles, creating unforgettable precious memories for most of them.
However, the time that Frieren spends with her comrades is equivalent to merely a fraction of her life, which has lasted over a thousand years. When the party disbands after their victory, Frieren casually returns to her “usual” routine of collecting spells across the continent. Due to her different sense of time, she seemingly holds no strong feelings toward the experiences she went through.
As the years pass, Frieren gradually realizes how her days in the hero’s party truly impacted her. Witnessing the deaths of two of her former companions, Frieren begins to regret having taken their presence for granted; she vows to better understand humans and create real personal connections. Although the story of that once memorable journey has long ended, a new tale is about to begin.
Reasons to watch
Unlike traditional fantasy adventures that focus on epic battles and world-saving quests, this series explores the nature of time and mortality, the value of human connections, the meaning of memories and experiences, and cultural differences between long-lived and short-lived races.
The anime adaptation stands out with its stunning atmospheric artwork, thoughtful pacing that mirrors its themes, beautiful background music, and careful attention to character expressions and subtle emotions. This series masterfully blends elements of fantasy world-building, slice-of-life moments, philosophical contemplation, and character-driven storytelling.
Perfect for fans of thoughtful fantasy who appreciate slower-paced narratives that prioritize character development and emotional depth over action sequences.
Information
Name: Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End (Sousou no Frieren)
MAL link: Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End
MAL score: 9.31
Our score: 10
Type: TV
Episodes: 28
Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Sep 29, 2023 to Mar 22, 2024
Premiered: Fall 2023
Broadcast: Fridays at 23:00 (JST)
Producers: Aniplex, Dentsu, Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions, Nippon Television Network, TOHO animation, Shogakukan
Licensors: Crunchyroll
Studios: Madhouse
Source: Manga
Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
Demographic: Shounen
Duration: 24 min. per ep.
Rating: PG-13 – Teens 13 or older
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