Have you ever thought that isekai must start with waking up in a luxurious castle or being reborn as a wealthy young master? Long Ye Kai Tuo Zhe, a 2022 Chinese anime series, will change your mind! Because our protagonist has to crawl out of a coffin in front of his shocked great-granddaughters, in a world on the brink of destruction. This is a unique review from our editorial team.
Plot Summary (No Spoilers for the Ending)
Gawain, a young man who died, is transported to another world, but his isekai has a slight problem. He floats in the sky of another world for hundreds of thousands of years before finally getting a body, only to crawl out of a coffin and find himself an ancestor with two terrified great-granddaughters. Moreover, the world he arrives in is nearing the end of an era. The series follows his struggles and adventures to survive, along with mysteries that gradually unfold. Without spoiling the ending, it's safe to say Gawain's journey is full of color and fun.
Performance and Characters
Although it's an anime, the voice acting for the main characters is very good, especially Gawain's voice, which balances humor and seriousness well. The two great-granddaughters have distinct personalities—one timid, the other brave—creating great chemistry. However, some supporting characters lack depth and feel flat. Overall, character development is a strength that makes viewers feel connected.
Direction, Visuals, and Music
The animation is beautiful in the Chinese style, with detailed and grand fantasy world visuals, especially the castle and landscapes that feel lively. Action scenes are smoothly directed, though sometimes repetitive. The soundtrack fits the atmosphere well, both in comedic and serious moments, but isn't particularly memorable.
Editorial Analysis
The editorial team finds Long Ye Kai Tuo Zhe a series that dares to be different in the isekai genre, with a fresh and unique start. The blend of humor and philosophy about the end of the world gives it more depth than expected. However, the 4/10 rating on TMDB might reflect that some parts are slow or the plot is too complex for general audiences. But for those who enjoy sci-fi anime with a sense of humor, this is an interesting choice.
Verdict
Long Ye Kai Tuo Zhe is an anime series suitable for those tired of typical isekai and who enjoy stories with both humor and philosophy. Despite some weaknesses, overall it's worth watching. If you want something different, give this series a chance.
👍 Pros
- +Unique starting plot: crawling out of a coffin
- +Charming main character with good development
- +Beautiful visuals and smooth action scenes
👎 Cons
- −Flat supporting characters with no depth
- −Some parts are slow and overly complex
FAQ
The series has 1 season with 16 episodes, each about 20 minutes long.
Currently, there is no official streaming platform in Thailand, but it can be found on general Chinese anime websites.
The content has some fight scenes and mild violence, but overall it's suitable for teenagers and up, ages 13+.
As of now, there is no official announcement, but the story ends with potential for continuation.
