Goblin Slayer - Season 2

In the midst of epic events and the journey of a mighty heroine to vanquish the dark society and the lord of demons, a young man and his group persistently carry on with the task of killing goblins. It ain't much but it's honest work. Legends say that wherever Orcbolg shows up, a horde of goblins is sure to follow — dead goblins, to be precise. Rumor has it that when asked on a date, his only concern is, "Will there be goblins?" This is Goblin Slayer, after all — what else did you expect? While the series has multiple standalone stories unfolding in classic Goblin Slayer fashion, I would have preferred one or two narratives with more depth and complexity. The relentless pace of goblin-killing scenarios, ranging from "training of young heroes interrupted by goblins" to "wedding celebrations interrupted by goblins," or even "escorting a priestess to the city interrupted by goblins" left me yearning for a more detailed and cohesive storyline. The narrative often felt like a high-speed train ride, with stories starting and ending abruptly, leaving me with the sense that essential pieces were missing, which the editor not so skillfully removed and left just the bare essentials and some good old goblin slaying. Yet, there's an undeniable satisfaction in witnessing goblin slaying. These unlikable and dangerous creatures, as showcased vividly in the first episode, make for compelling adversaries. Despite the series' warning about potentially disturbing scenes, I found the goblin-slaying acts more gratifying than distressing — perhaps I might have some sadistic tendencies in me, or I might be the next Goblin Slayer. Overall, my enjoyment paralleled that of the first season, even though it presented itself as a collection of fragmented stories. The grand background I described in the opening sentence remains evident, and it feels like a matter of time before everything intricately intertwines. At least it felt like we were really close to that in the last episode. 6.3/10 (2023.12.22)