The head of studio BC.MAY, responsible for the anime Lord of the Mysteries , shared reflections on the development of the initial episodes of the series.
As he explained, the script required difficult strategic decisions. However, ending the fight against the Clown in episode 3 was a mandatory requirement from the beginning of production. This relates to the well-known " three-episode rule anime or donghua is worth continuing to watch .
He revealed that there were painful compromises in the construction of the first chapters. While necessary, these adjustments left some sections feeling rushed or incomplete, which may have frustrated some audiences.
Better-Paced Lord of the Mysteries Episodes
However, the director stated that he is much more satisfied with the development of the following episodes. Episodes like 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13 better reflect what the team intended to deliver to the audience. According to him, the narrative finds a more consistent rhythm and depth from this point on.
Regarding the technical challenge, he highlighted that Episode 1 was undeniably the most complex to produce. This was because he needed to establish the universe, the characters, and the enigmatic atmosphere of the work, all in a short time.
So, if you're still undecided about LOTM, it's worth watching until episode 4 to get a feel for the animation's true purpose.
Synopsis:
The story revolves around Zhou Mingrui , who finds himself transported into the body of Klein Moretti , a historian in an alternate world with a Victorian aesthetic. However, upon awakening, Zhou realizes he has inherited both the memories and the mysteries surrounding the real Klein's life—including the fact that he took his own life. As he tries to understand his new reality, Klein immerses himself in a society where mystical rituals, prophecies, Artifacts, and creatures known as Beyonders dominate the shadows of the world.
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