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Fan Backlash Intensifies Over 'The Beginning After the End' Anime Adaptation

Criticism of A-Cat's animation quality and character designs grows, while fans praise voice acting as a rare bright spot.

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Overview

  • The anime adaptation of TurtleMe's popular webnovel has faced widespread disappointment due to perceived low-budget visuals and awkward character designs.
  • Fans have criticized Studio A-Cat for deviating from the original designs of key characters Sylvia and Cadell, describing their anime versions as mechanical and lifeless.
  • TurtleMe addressed fan concerns on Reddit and at Sakura-Con, acknowledging limited creative control and the challenges of multi-party collaboration in anime production.
  • Despite the backlash, some fans have highlighted the English voice acting as a redeeming feature of the adaptation.
  • With only three of the planned 24 episodes aired, the series' future reception hinges on whether the studio addresses these criticisms in upcoming episodes.