Anime is subject to the same pressures, contexts, and interpretations as any other piece of art positioned in a multicultural framework. Put on your mortarboards and adjust your eyeglasses because it s time to get academic up in here.
But whatever my misgivings about the future plot, I can t stay mad at this show when it brings back its best character. That s right: god s favorite idiot has returned to bring light to our dark world.
While there are a few funny moments or chuckle-worthy faces hidden in there, the first half of the episode is just one big joke about how Shen is totally trying to assault Jinguuji, and it s a rough sit.
Farewell, Schwartz von Lichtenstein Lohengramm. You were gone too soon. Thus our heroes leave their stalwart dumbass to journey on towards the royal capital.