The Faraway Paladin
The Faraway Paladin

The Faraway Paladin

2023TV ShowEnded3 SeasonsJapanese

In a city of the dead, long since ruined and far from human civilization, lives a single human child. His name is Will, and he's being raised by three undead: the hearty skeletal warrior, Blood; the graceful mummified priestess, Mary; and the crotchety spectral sorcerer, Gus. The three pour love into the boy, and teach him all they know. But one day, Will starts to wonder: "Who am I?" Will must unravel the mysteries of this faraway dead man's land, and unearth the secret pasts of the undead. He must learn the love and mercy of the good gods, and the bigotry and madness of the bad. And when he knows it all, the boy will take his first step on the path to becoming a Paladin.

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IMDb7.4/10
Google Users87%
Director: Yoshihide YuuzumiGenres: Fantasy, Adventure, Isekai

Plot Summary

In a dying world, a young boy named Will is raised by three undead beings: a skeleton warrior, a spectral priestess, and a ghost wizard. They impart their knowledge and life experiences to him, preparing him for a destiny beyond their understanding. As Will grows, he grapples with his unique upbringing and the prejudices he faces, striving to become a true hero despite his origins.

Critical Reception

The Faraway Paladin (Season 2) was generally well-received by fans of the isekai and fantasy genre, praised for its world-building and character development. While critical reviews were less abundant, audience reception highlighted its earnest storytelling and emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique and heartfelt approach to the isekai genre.
  • Appreciated for the strong character development of Will and his undead guardians.
  • Often cited for its engaging fantasy world and mature themes despite its premise.

Google audience: Viewers consistently praise the anime for its compelling narrative and the emotional bond between Will and his guardians. Many enjoyed the exploration of themes like life, death, and purpose, finding it a refreshing take on the fantasy genre. Some found the pacing occasionally slow, but the overall sentiment was highly positive.

Fun Fact

The anime is based on a light novel series written by Kanata Yanagino, which later spawned a manga adaptation.

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Lutist

Lutist

The Faraway Paladin has its three first episodes explain to you the deep lore of this world, why you should care about it and how amazing it can be. Then it becomes a disaster, it destroys any possible interest you could have with the wo...