New Anime Flopped After First Episode? Fans Unhappy l TBATE

What Happened in TBATE Episode 1?

Episode 1 wastes no time introducing us to King Grey, a ruthless ruler who eliminated millions to maintain his iron grip on the world. With an unstoppable army and endless resources, no one could challenge him—except death itself.

After his mysterious demise, King Grey is reborn into a magical fantasy world as Arthur Leywin, retaining all memories of his past life. Now, an adult mind in a child’s body, Arthur sets out to explore this new world filled with magic and mystery.

Fans Reaction After First Episode

While the story has potential, A-Cat Studios’ animation quality has sparked debate. Some fans expected better visuals, especially after 2025’s high-standard anime releases. Others defend the adaptation, pointing out that TurtleMe (the original manhwa’s author) and director Keitaro Motonaga are involved, ensuring faithfulness to the source material.

Many fans took to social media to compare TBATE’s debut to the beginning of Blue Lock Season 2, another anime that faced backlash for its visuals. Despite the letdown, some in the anime community remain optimistic, hoping that upcoming episodes will improve both in pacing and production quality.

What’s Next for TBATE?

Some fans believe it just needs a few episodes to find its rhythm. If the animation improves and the story sticks to the original manhwa, TBATE could still become one of 2025’s best fantasy anime.

Despite early criticism, many fans remain hopeful. With TurtleMe overseeing the project, the story’s depth and character development could still shine. If the animation improves, The Beginning After the End might become one of 2025’s standout fantasy anime.

What the Ratings Say?

• IMDb Rating: ⭐ 7.6 / 10 (259 reviews)
• Crunchyroll Rating: ⭐ 4.7 / 5 (12.7k ratings)

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