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The one main exception is Wilhelm, whose backstory and motivations truly do feel meaningful and justified. It is just a shame that he is immediately thrown to the benches again once
this backstory reaches its quick end, serving afterwards as little more than some old dude who is skilled with the sword.
This leaves our buddy
Subaru. I think, without exception, he is the factor that determines one's enjoyment of Re:Zero. If you can put up with his utter stupidity, you will find it possible to empathise with the trauma he goes through and his mental breakdowns that follow. If you are annoyed and disgusted with his presence (as I regularly was), it will be virtually impossible to care about most of what occurs. Subaru is the difference between being a fan of Re:Zero and being someone who actively dislikes it.
In many ways, he resembles a
typical shounen hero. He is hot-headed, makes frequent out-of-place jokes (which I never once found funny, by the way), and refuses to ever think things through in a logical process, preferring instead to jump into battles he cannot win or to lash out at innocent people merely because his pride and fragile ego are called into question by his own mistakes. He thinks he is the coolest dude in the world, that he can save everyone through his own power, and the mere presence of someone with more skill than him offends him right to the very core. He yells and cries on a regular basis and seems incapable of having a normal conversation with anyone.
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Here's why it outshines its contemporaries:
Narrative Complexity: "Tokyo Ghoul" presents a narrative that transcends typical anime conventions. Its exploration of identity, morality, and the blurred lines between humans and ghouls adds layers of complexity to the storytelling. The series delves into profound philosophical questions, offering a depth that is often
missing in more
recent anime.
Character Development: The characters in "Tokyo Ghoul" are intricately crafted, with each undergoing significant development throughout the . series. Theemotional journey of Kaneki Ken and the nuanced portrayals of other characters contribute to a rich and engaging narrative. Recent anime often struggle to provide such depth in character arcs.
