The Eminence in Shadow

In the anime-verse there are a variety of anime but this anime as an isekai stands above many, i dare say its better than 90 % of the isekai anime out there. I have been watching anime for 22 years so trust me when i say Eminence in the Shadow is unique in both its storyline and character build up. Anime successfully combines raw action with comedic traits. And the best part for me is that it is free from any overly excessive ecchi depictions that most anime of day has. It is just unfortunate that it will be overshadowed by the release of Attack on Titan last part of season four, Demon Slayer season 3, and Jijutsu kaizen later this year.

It's good but doesn't get the recognition it deserves, probably because the current animes releasing are outshining it.

I like the characters but some are forgettable unlike in other shows.

It's my favorite isekai anime but not in my top3 from every genre.

It's interesting to see the main character trying to act like a background character but failing most of the time.

I'd say it's worth watching since I can't really think of an anime similar to it.

The harem part is ok but it would be better to just have good side characters and not a harem

After reading the manga I will update the review if my thoughts change.

Within the isekai genre, this anime subverts the genre and breaks away from the usual boring standard. We begin with the story of a protagonist who, after being run over, is reincarnated in his delusions and dreams, a dimension where he is an eminence, a kind of god, everything revolves around him, and in burlesque tones, parodies hackneyed harems, romances, and generic isekais but in its own way. I like how the story is told through the protagonist, who suffers from eighth-grade syndrome, as it is known in Japan. That's why culture shock and not being open to it can ruin the experience of watching something, but it is what it is and it works. When the theory of dimensions is revealed, it makes sense that in this universe, there exists a combination of eras in the architecture of buildings, objects, clothing, types of beings, etc. These are realms that have collided and influenced Cid's realm. It takes itself seriously, without taking itself seriously, is a rather interesting and original premise.

The fantasy and magic themes are just McGuffins, a narrative excuse to tell a story, the protagonist's delusions and how he creates his own story, in a world where they do exist. It's not necessary for them to explain everything to you, nor the power scales, nor why he's so strong, nor those over-expositions that fighting shonen usually have.

This anime was a real surprise to me. I only had minimal interest in watching it, but when I did I was surprised. The first few episodes were average, but by episode 3 I was hooked. Unlike most of my experiences with similar anime's, the episodes just got better and better.

Make sure you watch at least the first three episodes and make sure you watch it on a high quality format, preferably from HIDIVE. If you do you will not be disappointed. The biggest challenge you will have is to pace what you're watching, this series is very easy to binge.

One other advantage I found was the episodes were very re-watchable. I have watched it twice since I watched it originally and enjoyed each watch. I am Atomic!!!

So today the last episode of this series just dropped and im sad cuz its going to end :( hope we get a new season soon :)

overall, i can say this show was one of the greatest isekai's i've ever watched!

The fun of this show is something else! Hits you where you don't even guess it and actually makes sense. I've seen others saying that this show is not good at all!!! Y'all need to chill. Like c'mon this show is that weekly show everyone enjoys. It's what everyone was waiting for every week. So overall MASTERPIECE :D

i hope we get see shadow-sama again sooon.

Can't wait :D.

I recommend watching this.

I mean i know they didn't follow the path of manga to some degree and skipped some. BUT this anime is good right now. Let's just forget about the manga for a second and talk about the anime itself.

It has alot to offer and its good and as a person how first saw this from anime and then read the manga i can say this anime is worth the watch!