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Tony K.
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(The) Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor (TV) Source: Light Novel (ongoing @ 6 volumes, written by Sarasa Nagase, illustrated by Mitsuya Fuji) Demographic: Shoujo Animation Studio: J.C. Staff Genres: adventure, comedy, fantasy, romance Themes: aristocracy, medieval, royalty, sorcery, time travel Plot Summary: Jill is sentenced to death by the crown prince, her fiancé. But just before she dies, she's sent back in time six years to the party where their engagement had been decided. To avoid this route of ruin, Jill immediately proposes to the person standing behind her…but it's the man who was her greatest enemy, Emperor Hadis. Jill knows all about his future descent into evil. She quickly retracts the proposal, but the delighted Hadis takes her back to his castle and makes her a meal. Completely won over by the food, Jill makes a life-changing decision. Air Date & Platform: October 9, 2024 (Wednesday) Available on: Crunchyroll Episode Count / Runtime: Pending |
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Hiroki not Takuya
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Velorien
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This thread seems kind of dead, but just in case: can anyone familiar with the series explain to me what's up with Jill's power level? We're shown her being imprisoned by ordinary guards and her skilled but otherwise unremarkable-looking husband, but then we learn that at the age of ten, she could already spoiler[pick up and throw ships, break iron manacles, and smash through stone walls with her bare hands]. How did anybody ever keep this woman prisoner when she had that plus a conditioned body and military experience? Also, how was she being treated as an ordinary high-ranking noble girl instead of a stunning prodigy?
(And if she was an ordinary high-ranking noble girl even with that kind of power, how did Kratos ever lose the war?) |
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Piglet the Grate
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For all the fuss when this came out about age difference inappropriate relationships, it is turning out to be quite wholesome - the Emperor and 16 going on 10-year old bride spend time together in bed in a completely platonic manner.
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Hiroki not Takuya
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Well, let's liven it up shall we, they can't get all of us right...? With the Ep1 comments by the review staff I purposely said as little as possible because it seemed clear punishment would likely come to anyone who said anything positive about this title. TWIA was (surprisingly) allowed but equal treatment has never been the norm here. That said, as an "anime only" I have been reviewing and believe there are several things to "unpack" about your questions. In the original timeline Jill was apparently unaware of her latent power at age 10 and grew into her combat abilities as she trained to be her husband's "right-hand". Like real life, battles aren't decided by one or two individuals, no matter how strong or talented so we are left to assume the Dragon Emperor had better trained soldiers. Also, it seems his power was on another level from hers so no one could oppose him effectively either. We do see her able to get away from a group of guards without a lot of effort so she can only be captured by King Gerald and the source of his power, the Goddess' Sword. So I will say I am thoroughly enjoying this show and it's delightfully original twist, very good production values and how the Dragon Emperor swings from dorky fanboy to stone-cold ruler trying to keep from being so. I think it's one of the best and most enjoyable this season just like Lucas.... Last edited by Hiroki not Takuya on Tue Nov 12, 2024 1:34 am; edited 1 time in total |
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Hiroki not Takuya
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Ep5-We finally have the reason for the Dragon Consort having to be under 14 years old and it's not to purve on her. spoiler[There is a vengeful spirit (Goddess) who cursed the Emperor and can inhabit women 14 years old or older]. Unfortunately, since Emperor Hadis can't seem to let his "soft side" moderate his cold pragmatism in handling affairs of state, Jill may have to do something extreme to keep him from becoming the monster he became before.
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Hiroki not Takuya
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Ep6- If anyone is interested in this show, this episode is the one to check out before watching further! This show is shaping up to be one which epitomizes "show, don't tell" and "think when watching". A few days ago I rewatched from the beginning and had put together that spoiler[Jill had been transported back in time by the Spear Goddess Kratos] (not sure why though) and an off-hand remark by Rave Ep4 revealed Emperor Hadis was spoiler[the reincarnated Dragon God] and was the reason the Goddess was after him. Also the reason she was after Jill too and any young woman who might be Hadis' wife like Sophia (subtitled Lady Sphere for some reason). But how Rave figures into the mix with the legends was a real left-field reveal this episode.
In fact, Ep6 ties up so many mysteries, it seems more like a season closer and I wonder at the pacing choices with six episodes to go. I guess they have a lot of story to go (?). Very interested to see what happens from here. Also, having a hard time relating to the interpersonal dynamics of Jill and Hadis, she seems so much a tsundere that what prompts her anger at him is difficult to piece together or predict. |
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FishLion
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My read is that she let that happen, she knew raising a fuss outside would leave her uninformed and unprepared. Waiting until she figured out the scenario and knew who was at fault she could resolve the situation much better. As for how they could lose the war like that, she clearly isn't all powerful. She was struggling to invade the castle at the beginning as an adult, maybe using too much power puts her closer to normal strength or maybe despite her immense power she only has her reflexes for defense. Maybe with enough prep there can be anti-magic weapons that make it not quite as unstoppable in warfare as it is against an unsuspecting enemy. She also is implied to be very special in her power, she led a ton of forces and was prized for being so strong. If she is close to the highest the kingdom can offer, I'm not sure if she would have been ready to stand up to the emperor in that flash back where he let the people leave. |
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