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Black Torch Episode 1: The Future Is In Our Hands
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7.6

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Black Torch Episode 1: The Future Is In Our Hands

Canon/MED
Prev: EPNext: EP 2

OSHIMETER

7.6

56 Fans

5star
4star
3star
2star
1star
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

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Honestly, I did not know anything about this new anime, and I did not research it at all before watching. I just trusted my instincts that this would be a good one, and I am definitely not wrong. I love everything about it right from the start.
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Me gustó bastante éste animé, pero se me hizo un poco similar a chainsaw man. Tiene buen ritmo, es divertido y se ve interesante
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the fundamental storytelling execution successfully elevates the overarching production far beyond a standard premiere. furthermore the mechanical animation and visual direction are absolutely top tier. delivering such high aesthetic fidelity establishes a remarkably strong foundation for the narrative.

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The trailer caught my attention, but honestly, I don't think the first episode was very exciting. I thought the protagonist was going to pull a fast one when facing Mononoke, but they defeated him super fast! Haha. Even so, the plot looks pretty good. I loved the detail that he can talk to animals, and I'm wondering what makes him so different that he has that ability. I'm intrigued to find out, so I'll definitely keep watching.
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Very nice anime
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belva
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aurrrr the cat design is adorable. the ability jiro possessed is not your typical shonen lead power. i love their dynamic already.

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honestly thought this was gonna be some basic action show with monsters, well in a way it kinda is, Its definitely just your average shonen plot, but i have absolutely zero complaints. the premise is good and the visual is cooking. super interesting to watch and i am definitely tuning in next week

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lastplacewinner

Nothing that grabbed me yet. I'm going to try a few more episodes

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arookieotaku

The animation will go insane. Wonderful premiere and the story is all Shonen. Peak incoming.

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anen44999
Thats so good
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razashi_goki314
Our main character has a heart of gold sure enough, but I'm worried he's gonna turn into a God Of Highschool clone. It's too soon to tell, I'm also getting JJK start-up vibes in this episode. The 3 man team is getting overused honestly.
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yaoyang

A shonen anime, good start, nice animation.

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ifyouknowyuno
Very average episode. What I expected from a pilot episode. I enjoy this better than the manga. Kirk is a like able character reminds me of Ichigo. The action was solid but I do expect more
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sumi_e

Any main character who likes animal is an automatically +1 star. The seiyuu and animation goes hard too, totally out of expectation.

Overall the pacing in episode 1 is amazing, little did i know i signed up for Chainsawman 2.0.

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daxyhn13

Anime shonen lain dimana MCnya mendapatkan inner demon dan melawan setan atau makhluk supernatural. Tidak terlalu spesial, banyak anime dan manga yang punya premise yang sama, mungkin yang beda adalah kondisi bagaimana inner demonnya. Animasinya juga bagus, tetapi butuh episode lain untuk membuat penilaian yang lebih jelas.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

As the series premiere, this episode has no precedent to build on — it is the foundation. Everything here is setup: Jiro's background, his abilities, and his fateful encounter with the mysterious black cat Rago establish the central dynamic that drives the entire season. What happens in this first episode locks in the show's trajectory, making it essential viewing for anyone entering the series.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

As the series premiere, this episode has no precedent to build on — it is the foundation. Everything here is setup: Jiro's background, his abilities, and his fateful encounter with the mysterious black cat Rago establish the central dynamic that drives the entire season. What happens in this first episode locks in the show's trajectory, making it essential viewing for anyone entering the series.

QUICK TAKES

iwaljakartin's avatar
iwaljakartin
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Best
rosenwwpanov's avatar
rosenwwpanov
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Наистина грабва
magicpaul's avatar
magicpaul
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Honestly, I did not know anything about this new anime, and I did not research it at all before watching. I just trusted my instincts that this would be a good one, and I am definitely not wrong. I love everything about it right from the start.
pam2026's avatar
pam2026
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Me gustó bastante éste animé, pero se me hizo un poco similar a chainsaw man. Tiene buen ritmo, es divertido y se ve interesante
28181883's avatar
28181883
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the fundamental storytelling execution successfully elevates the overarching production far beyond a standard premiere. furthermore the mechanical animation and visual direction are absolutely top tier. delivering such high aesthetic fidelity establishes a remarkably strong foundation for the narrative.

akireghoul's avatar
akireghoul
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The trailer caught my attention, but honestly, I don't think the first episode was very exciting. I thought the protagonist was going to pull a fast one when facing Mononoke, but they defeated him super fast! Haha. Even so, the plot looks pretty good. I loved the detail that he can talk to animals, and I'm wondering what makes him so different that he has that ability. I'm intrigued to find out, so I'll definitely keep watching.
jiboybonggoto's avatar
jiboybonggoto
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Very nice anime
belva's avatar
belva
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aurrrr the cat design is adorable. the ability jiro possessed is not your typical shonen lead power. i love their dynamic already.

homotron3799's avatar
homotron3799
VerifiedVerified

honestly thought this was gonna be some basic action show with monsters, well in a way it kinda is, Its definitely just your average shonen plot, but i have absolutely zero complaints. the premise is good and the visual is cooking. super interesting to watch and i am definitely tuning in next week

lastplacewinner's avatar
lastplacewinner

Nothing that grabbed me yet. I'm going to try a few more episodes

arookieotaku's avatar
arookieotaku

The animation will go insane. Wonderful premiere and the story is all Shonen. Peak incoming.

anen44999's avatar
anen44999
Thats so good
razashi_goki314's avatar
razashi_goki314
Our main character has a heart of gold sure enough, but I'm worried he's gonna turn into a God Of Highschool clone. It's too soon to tell, I'm also getting JJK start-up vibes in this episode. The 3 man team is getting overused honestly.
yaoyang's avatar
yaoyang

A shonen anime, good start, nice animation.

ifyouknowyuno's avatar
ifyouknowyuno
Very average episode. What I expected from a pilot episode. I enjoy this better than the manga. Kirk is a like able character reminds me of Ichigo. The action was solid but I do expect more
sumi_e's avatar
sumi_e

Any main character who likes animal is an automatically +1 star. The seiyuu and animation goes hard too, totally out of expectation.

Overall the pacing in episode 1 is amazing, little did i know i signed up for Chainsawman 2.0.

daxyhn13's avatar
daxyhn13

Anime shonen lain dimana MCnya mendapatkan inner demon dan melawan setan atau makhluk supernatural. Tidak terlalu spesial, banyak anime dan manga yang punya premise yang sama, mungkin yang beda adalah kondisi bagaimana inner demonnya. Animasinya juga bagus, tetapi butuh episode lain untuk membuat penilaian yang lebih jelas.

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m_goncalves5787
ravenryanabacial11's avatar
ravenryanabacial11
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nazeirnichols247
LIVE · THE WEEKLY VERDICT

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©タカキツヨシ/集英社・BLACK TORCH製作委員会

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com