The premiere of ‘Frieren and the Journey to the Beyond’ not only delighted viewers, but challenged the established order in the world of animes.
The captivating plot of the sorceress and the hero Himmel, responsible for defeating the Demon King, captured the public’s imagination and quickly became a strong candidate for awards in the genre, competing for prominence in the geek scene with works already consolidated in this entertainment niche.
With 28 episodes produced and an impressive 9.10 rating on My Anime List, the series not only stands out for its quality, but for the warm reception from the community.
On November 20th of this year, a turnaround occurred when ‘Frieren and the Journey to the Beyond’ momentarily overtook the renowned ‘Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood‘ in the prestigious Top Anime ranking of a social network.
It is worth mentioning that the latter is a consolidated anime, with an extensive fan base around the globe.
Understand this fierce dispute
For those who follow the anime scene, ‘Brotherhood’s’ position as the undisputed leader was an almost absolute truth.
Even though it was released in 2009, 14 years ago, the epic is still revered as one of the best products of the genre in all of history.
However, the rise of newcomers and the constant rivalry between productions left gaps in its invulnerability.
The following video traces the tumultuous journey of ‘Brotherhood,’ highlighting the rare moments when other titles managed to dethrone it between 2009 and 2019.
‘Gintama’ was one of those rare winners, and now, ‘Frieren and the Journey to the Beyond‘ can proudly join this select group.
The achievement of surpassing an established icon not only elevates the status of ‘Frieren’, but adds a new layer to the rich history of the world of animes.
The challenge of dethroning ‘Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood’ is monumental, but ‘Frieren and the Journey to the Beyond’ proves that, in the dynamic universe of anime, even giants can be challenged and overcome.
