Impression:

This series never ceases to amaze me when it comes to the technology that they introduce. Maou sent Mage back with a way to cure smallpox. That is crazy as hell, but I see what they are trying to accomplish. With Merchant trying to open up trade with the demon world, Gate City being under joint rule, and the demons being responsible for the elimination of smallpox, the humans will hopefully start to accept the demons as comrades in a tough world. Unfortunately, that opinion is not really shared by those in the demon world. Sure, people like the dragon princess are on the side of joint living, but most demons are looking for war. This has been made very clear by the people who gathered to see the return of Maou. I guess I skipped something. Maou came back to her senses because of her love for Yuusha. Like that wasn’t the most obvious thing in the world. Although, the unexpected thing would be Yuusha’s magic. Honestly, I have seen him do some crazy things, but I am never ready for the things that he does. Perfectly reattaching Head Maid’s arm and casually blowing up a mountain are just the newest installments in Yuusha’s magical arsenal. I don’t think that I will ever be able to accept the things that Yuusha can do. Oh well, other things did happen. The struggle over territorial rights, lack of food, and sick horses have stalled the assault of the Central Nations and all of the smaller battles are handled easily by Onna Kishi. Gyunjin ends up saving the Sister Maids from the shamed general and things appear to be going back to normal. Everyone has been reunited and Maou is starting to see the results of her teachings. Things would be going great if it wasn’t for the fact that the church and the azure demons were in cahoots with each other. They have killing Maou as their top priority in their plans to keep the church in power. What do the azure demons get in return? The Southern Nations and their leader gaining control of the demon world. I guess things aren’t going as well as Maou thinks they are.

I can’t believe that Yuusha casually blew up a mountain.

Current Opinion of the Show:

Talk about one of the most unique anime experiences in years. Maoyuu’s emphasis on economy, technology, and corrupt politics is something that few people would try their hand at. However, the execution has made for a very entertaining series. We don’t just get a lesson in old school life. Demons, romance, and comedy have given us the classic anime style that will keep the attention of even casual viewers. I know this comparison is overdone, but Spice and Wolf really was trailblazing in helping series like Maoyuu gain mainstream popularity. I have really enjoyed following Jun Fukuyama and Ami Koshimizu on yet another journey and I am very excited to see the necessary season two of this series.