Saikyou no Ousama, Nidome no Jinsei wa Nani wo Suru?

Aired Date:2025-04-03

Status:RELEASING

Ratings:54/100

Genres:Action, Adventure, Fantasy

Season:1

Total Episodes:12

Duration:23 min/ep

Studio:AT-X

Source:OTHER

Format:TV

Director:Keitarou Motonaga

Review:N/A/100

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Synopsis

After a mysterious death, King Grey is reborn as Arthur Leywin on the magical continent of Dicathen. Although he enters his second life as a baby, his previous wisdom remains. He begins to master magic and forge his own path as the years go by, seeking to correct the mistakes of his past life. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Trailer

Characters

Arthur Leywin MAIN

Durden Walker SUPPORTING

Tessia Eralith SUPPORTING

Angela Rose SUPPORTING

Jasmine Flamesworth SUPPORTING

Reynolds Leywin SUPPORTING

Sylvie SUPPORTING

Sylvia SUPPORTING

Helen Shard SUPPORTING

Adam Krensh SUPPORTING

Hey, anime fans and fantasy junkies! Get ready to dive into a world where a king’s second chance at life rewrites destiny—The Beginning After the End anime is here, and it’s swinging for the fences! Premiering April 2, 2025, on Fuji TV’s +Ultra block and streaming on Crunchyroll, this Studio A-Cat production adapts TurtleMe’s hit American web novel and webtoon, blending isekai flair with a fresh, gripping twist. As a seasoned anime watcher, I’m hyped to unpack this bold newcomer—its story, style, and the buzz it’s already stirring. Let’s jump into the magical continent of Dicathen and see what’s got us buzzing!

A King Reborn: The Story Kicks Off

Picture this: King Grey, a ruler dripping with power, wealth, and martial might, rules a gritty world—yet he’s hollow, haunted by solitude and regret. After a mysterious death, he’s reborn as Arthur Leywin, a baby in the vibrant land of Dicathen, packed with magic, mana beasts, and hidden dangers. With his old wisdom intact, Arthur’s on a mission to right his past wrongs, mastering spells and forging bonds in a realm teetering on chaos. Announced at New York Comic Con on October 19, 2024, this 24-episode, two-cour saga promises epic battles, family drama, and a quest to unravel the secrets of his reincarnation. It’s not just another isekai—it’s a redemption tale with heart and stakes, and I’m already hooked!

The Team Behind the Blade

Studio A-Cat, known for Frame Arms Girl, teams up with director Keitaro Motonaga (Date A Live) to bring TurtleMe’s vision to life. Takamitsu Kōno crafts the scripts, Masami Sueoka designs characters—think Arthur’s wide-eyed youth and Grey’s regal grit—and Keiji Inai’s score (from Danmachi) sets the mood. The opening, “Kingsblood” by Kala, pumps you up, while Seiza’s “Mahiru no Tsuki” (Midday Moon) lingers with haunting vibes. Voices like Natsumi Fujiwara as Arthur and Makoto Furukawa as King Grey breathe soul into the cast, joined by Kana Ichinose as Tessia Eralith and Chiaki Omigawa as Jasmine Flamesworth. TurtleMe supervises as executive producer, ensuring the spirit of the Tapas web novel (launched 2017) and Fuyuki23’s webtoon (July 2018) shines through. This crew’s got pedigree, and I’m stoked to see their swing!

The Hype and the Heat

Born from a web novel that’s racked up nine volumes and a webtoon with over 120 chapters, The Beginning After the End (TBATE) boasts millions of fans and a 2023 top-three spot in Amazon’s action-fantasy category. It’s a trailblazer—Tapas calls it the first American web novel turned anime, a milestone for U.S. creators in a Japan-dominated field. The teaser trailer dropped jaws with glimpses of Dicathen’s lush landscapes and Arthur’s early magic flair, but not everyone’s cheering. Episode 1, out April 2, 2025, sparked buzz—and some heat. Fans on X and Reddit griped about “lackluster” animation, calling Studio A-Cat’s work choppy compared to the webtoon’s crisp art. Some felt the humor and tone shifted too far from the source. Yet, I’m digging the storytelling—Arthur’s baby-perspective narration and family focus feel fresh, and the gritty world hints at depth. A 6.6 on MyAnimeList stings, but I’m betting the story’s pull—reincarnation, rival clans like Indrath and Vritra, and Arthur’s growth—can win skeptics back!

Why It’s Worth Your Watch

Here’s the juice: TBATE twists the isekai formula. King Grey isn’t a gamer or a nobody—he’s a flawed ruler from another martial world, reborn with purpose. The slow burn of his journey—learning magic, protecting his new family, and facing a brewing undercurrent of chaos—feels raw and real. Early episodes lean on heart—Arthur’s bond with his parents and sister Eleanor tugs strings—while fight teases promise mana-fueled mayhem. Crunchyroll’s got it worldwide (except East Asia), with a 7-day free trial to start, dropping Wednesdays at 1:25 p.m. ET. Sure, animation’s taken hits—less detail, stiff moves—but the plot’s potential, from Aether powers to epic stakes, has me glued. Compared to Solo Leveling’s slick glow-up, this one’s rougher, but the story’s king, and I’m rooting for a comeback!

The Verdict: A Bold New Dawn

The Beginning After the End anime, live as of April 2025, is a daring stab at a beloved tale. Studio A-Cat’s got 24 episodes to flex—episode 1 sets a solid narrative stage, even if visuals wobble. TurtleMe’s plea on X to respect the team’s grind rings true—adapting a hit like this ain’t easy. For fans of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime or deep world-building, this is your shot. Grab the webtoon on Tapas (first 32 episodes free!) or Yen Press’s volumes to prep. I’m giving it an 8/10—story shines, execution’s growing. Will Arthur rise? Can the animation rally? Jump on Crunchyroll and join the ride—drop your takes, anime crew, and let’s see where this king’s quest cuts next!