But beneath all the applause, a quieter, more masterful series stood in its shadow in Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End. While Solo Leveling was good, Frieren was transcendent. And that is the problem.

From Frieren to Kumoko, these mages show resilience ... She dreams of emulating her idol, Shiny Chariot, and has demonstrated remarkable bravery and the potential for magic at some points in ...