The Notebook

I just finished watching the first few episodes of Lord of the Mysteries, and I have only one word to describe it: masterpiece. I'm giving it a full 10/10 rating because this donghua (Chinese animation) delivers something fresh, deep, and mysterious that I've never seen before in any other anime or donghua. Even though I'm still a little confused about certain parts - especially Klein vs the Clown - I'm loving every moment of it.

The story takes place in a dark, mysterious world full of steampunk technology, magic, secret organizations, and higher powers. It feels like a mix of Sherlock Holmes, Lovecraftian horror, and fantasy with Chinese storytelling style. The world-building is deep, complex, and rich in detail - and you can feel that from the very first episode.

Our main character, Klein Moretti, dies suddenly and wakes up in his own body again, but something is very different. It's later revealed that he has entered a world where "Beyonders" exist - people who gain supernatural powers by drinking magical potions and climbing mysterious "Pathways." That alone sounds wild, but then we get to the confusing (but interesting!) part: Klein becomes a "Clown."

At first, I was seriously confused. Was the Clown an enemy? A fake identity? A personality change? But after a bit more watching, I understood that "Clown" is actually a rank or "Sequence" in the Fool Pathway. So when Klein drinks the Clown potion, he literally becomes a Clown-class Beyonder. It has nothing to do with being funny or wearing makeup - it's about controlling emotions, keeping balance, and hiding your true self. That cleared up a lot, but I'm still curious to know how deep this rabbit hole goes. And that's the beauty of it - the show keeps you thinking.

The animation is absolutely stunning. The visual design is clean, smooth, and cinematic. The background art gives off a Victorian London vibe, with foggy streets, candlelit rooms, and grand buildings. The animation blends 2D and 3D very well, especially during action scenes or when Klein activates his powers. You can tell the production team really put their heart into this.

And of course, let's not forget - Lord of the Mysteries is a Chinese donghua, not Japanese anime. The original voice acting is in Mandarin, and the actors do a great job bringing these characters to life. Klein's voice has a calm but mysterious feel, which fits perfectly. The soundtrack is also amazing - dark, suspenseful, and elegant. It makes every scene more powerful without being too loud.

Another thing I appreciate is how the story doesn't explain everything right away. It respects the audience. It gives small clues piece by piece, making you think and pay attention. I'm still learning how the world works - what is the gray fog space? Who are the other tarot card members? Who or what is "The Fool"? But I trust the answers will come, and I'm excited to find out.

Overall, Lord of the Mysteries is one of the most intelligent and visually beautiful series I've seen this year. It mixes mystery, fantasy, and dark adventure in a way that few stories can. If you enjoy deep storytelling and you don't mind being a little confused at first, this show is perfect for you.

Rating: 10/10 - I'm still confused, but I love it.

It's sad that how many people hate this amazing anime for no reason. The episode has gotten so much 1,2 star review even before anime episode release. This anime needs support not hate . People like these are what making anime community so toxic. I hope admin see this review and fix those review. So people don't miss on this amazing story. Now, for people who are giving bad reviews for not understanding. I want to say that please wait till ep 13. If you still didn't understand then you have every right to rate it low. This is a mystery anime . It can't show you everything on first 2 episodes. Thank you .

The third episode of Lord of the Mysteries, "The Notebook," is a solid continuation of the series, maintaining its breakneck pace by covering roughly 30 chapters of the novel.

This rapid pacing makes the episode somewhat challenging to follow at times, though not impossible to grasp.

The animation remains stunning, consistent with the high quality of previous episodes, and the fight scene is a standout, packed with dynamic visuals and excellent sound effects that amplify the intensity.

Baised fans are rating every episode 10/10. What they will rate when the better episodes come ?

As of writing this review, the episode holds an IMDb rating of 9.7. Honestly, is it that exceptional?

Fans are calling this "peak fiction," but I strongly disagree-this episode doesn't even come close to that level. If a standard episode like this is being hyped as the pinnacle, I'm eager to see how audiences react when Lord of the Mysteries truly hits its peak.

This series has the potential to soar to even greater heights. Just wait-it's only going to get better.

The pacing is much better and flows more naturally than the first two episodes. I'm giving all three 9/10 because I want them all to be better, but I like this episode more than the other ones.

The visuals are not as crazy as the previous episodes either but the fight scenes are stellar. It's also a bit more grounded and easier to follow.

For the flaws: Klein's reaction to some characters feels a little inconsistent or unnatural considering what happened in the previous episodes. Some of them can be improved by just a few lines of inner monologues. Hopefully the requirement to crunch scenes in certain episodes will cease to be a problem for the writing in the future.

I really liked the pacing of this episode. The fight scenes were choreographed brilliantly-they felt intense, raw, and immersive. I loved how the camera movements and animation elevated the action, making every hit and motion impactful. The soundtrack was perfect, adding layers of tension and emotion throughout the battles. The smooth transitions between scenes kept the momentum going without any jarring moments. Even the buildup to the fight had weight. Honestly, I can already tell that this adaptation is shaping up to be something truly special. It's going to be amazing, and if they keep this quality up, it might become one of the best adaptations we've seen in years.