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When I was younger, I used to watch a lot of anime, but with time passing, I drifted further and further from this form of entertainment. But lately, I was introduced to something that really caught my attention, namely - isekai. For people unfamiliar with this term, it means "different world" and it is a subgenre of fantasy. Usually isekai is a story about character that was transferred or reincarnated (probably with help of a truck) in another, fantasy world, where said character is the "chosen hero" with mission to save the world from big evil forces like for example demon king. To be honest, it seems and sounds kind of dull. Especially if we delve into this genre, because really, how many times can we see almost the same story, just in a bit different setting? Well, in my case it turns out, that quite a lot, because currently I'm even meeting once a week with friends, to watch new episodes of few anime in this genre. And it's just one way to encounter it. Aside from anime there are many books, movies, light novels, manga and video games as well. Sometimes we even aren't aware, we're reading/watching one, because we simply don't know such thing as 'isekai' exists.
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So what's so alluring, that even though most of anime seem to be a copy paste of very similar aspects, that there's still a great demand and popularity for it? In one of our blog entries we had a question, whether we'd like to live in universe of Warhammer and as far as I remember, many people answered that they'd be happy to try. Even though it's cruel and gruesome world, where we're likely to meet harsh ending very fast. My guess is, that in case of isekai, it's what really makes this subgenre shine. We follow merry adventures of person or people from our world, which not necessarily were happy with how their earlier life looked like, that are now living literally a fantasy life. Doesn't it simply sounds pretty nice if we look at this like that? I think that surprisingly many people often wander in their thoughts to different worlds, where they can lead completely different life. In addition isekai often shows us overpowered characters and go side by side with comedy genre. It makes those productions really light to watch and even despite flood of them, and tons of similarities, better ones still manage to be unique enough to bring new audience. And to top it off, it's a golden mine of memes, which people love nowadays. Some people went even further and made a religion of isekaism, where they believe in twisted life after death, life in another world.
Also, it's worth mentioning, that isekai is actually really old and contains even some big and popular productions outside anime, like "The Chronicles of Narnia" or "Alice's adventures in Wonderland". In the past such term wasn't too widespread and no one would categorize them in such way. Now though? They're perfect examples of genre for people who aren't too much into anime. For those that are, and aren't too familiar with isekai, I sincerely recommend "Tensei Shitara Slime Datta Ken". A story about person reincarnated into low level slime, with very useful ability, which will let him grow in power. It's also actually what bought me in the first place.
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Questions:
- Were you aware of existence of such subgenre and its growing popularity? If so why do you think it's on rise?
- Would you like to be transferred or reincarnated in another world?
- What's your view on this subgenre?
Comments
2. Yes, into the world where there is no other type of cinematography other than anime. So I would have no choice and would finally watch one.
3. It always was fun, for me especially when “Avatar 2009” came in. It may be not a very suiting example, but you have to admit, a level of details and design of their world was way ahead of its time back in 2009.
I don't know if I'd like to travel to another world.
Probably it would depend on the world, if i could transfer back (and forth?) and what was the reason of traveling. If i am traveling because the world i live in collapsed or if i had opportunity to see different world after I die - sure, I'd defenitely do that.
I don't have an opinion. Whole subgenre is pretty wide and i suppose there are incredible stories as well as pure garbage stories.
2. It depends on circumstances of this reincarnation, the state of the world, et cetera et cetera.
3. I answered this question in the first paragraph, but to summarize it once more – at first it was a pleasant way to visualize fantasies of many teenagers but now there is just so much of it that I feel like this subgenre needs to transfer itself into some other world.
Were you aware of existence of such subgenre and its growing popularity? If so why do you think it's on rise?
I have no idea. I personally agree with your statement about this genre seeming somewhat dull. Sure, The Chronicles of Narnia, the Golden Compass, Alice in the Wonderland -- they are all beautiful masterpieces of the fantasy art, but using the sole fact of transferring to different world as a base point seems a bit of low effort to me. Incorporating all that magic stuff in our everyday world (Like in Harry Potter for instance) seems like a lot more of a task for a writer.
Would you like to be transferred or reincarnated in another world?
No, I don't think so. This world is more or less acceptable, how do I know if another one would not be much worse. If it is a guarantee for the better outcome then, sure why not.
What's your view on this subgenre?
As I said -- using sole fact of transferring to another world as a base turning point is low effort cheap plot trick.
I was aware of the existence of such a subgenre. To be honest these last days he will pull me in. I don't know why but I really liked it. It allows me to break away from the fact of life.
Would you like to be transferred or reincarnated in another world?
Whether I would like to be reincarnated to another world depends on what world it would be. The very prospect of living in a world full of magic, mythical creatures and adventures is very tempting. On the other hand, if I came to a world full of suffering and sadness, I probably wouldn't decide to move there.
What's your view on this subgenre?
I think it's really interesting. It's really amazing to be able to know the sample of human imagination shown in this way.
And even more so, I won't answer the third question xD
But since I need to comment on 12 presentations every week, I'll try to answer the second question.
At the expense of transforming into other worlds, it's more likely no than yes, but with reincarnation it's more interesting. I believe in reincarnation, there are many different ideas and variations, but I believe in general and not in any particular one. Therefore, after reincarnation, I'd like to relax, and I see myself perfectly in the next life as electricity pylon or wind turbine. I would stand somewhere far far away from civilization and people, somewhere in the sea or field or forest. I would stand and buzzed, wouldn't touch anyone and no one would touch me, no worries and problems. Perfect. Except the crap of birds or squirrels, but these are trifles.
2. Well, I would like to have a great adventure in one of my favourite fantasy world and if I could be reincarnated in one than, yeah sure, why not. I would start my exploit by visiting the Ents and I would help them look for their wives because this story always makes me extremely sad!
3. I believe I answered this question above. It's a beautiful fantasy, however, with my views, it's better to enjoy what you already have rather then wait for something to happen, especially if it is your death.
2. I’ve never thought about it but no, I wouldn’t.
3. For me, it’s still anime, so it’s not interesting for me and probably I would never watch it.
2) No, not really. I think the world I live in is good enough already.
3)I guess it was entertaining, for the first three times or so... The last time I checked on it, it was fast growing in the number of creations that use this subplot, but all of them were so similar that you can read one and know almost everything about the others.
No, I didn't know there was such a subspecies. I'm not interested in anime.
2. Would you like to be transferred or reincarnated in another world?
Yes, in a world where only anime is. That would be a drama for me. Drama for the rest of your life.
3. What's your view on this subgenre?
I do not like this subspecies. Is strange. It looks scary.
I think these kinds of things are boring. Maybe it may sound fun and creative to watch but it is absurd to integrate into real life. not even likely. Maybe we are living creatures living in a virtual world connected to machines.
Would you like to be transferred or reincarnated in another world?
No I do not want to. As I said in the previous question, I'm sorry, this is just my opinion, but it sounds ridiculous to me.
What's your view on this subgenre?
I don't want to think anything. Thanks for your questions.
I actually had a dream where I woke up in different planet and it was Awesome. I think its not possible but as a dream It is really interesting experience if you have a chance to control yourself!
As i mentioned about this is quite interesting and attractive genre and for anime series and only. I wouldn't say that it is something new because I've seen this type of titles in hollywood movies as well
2. No, I personally prefer to stay were I am. I feel perfect in my present time.
3. My view is that this is a new form of fantasy. When I was small, fantasy as a genre was super popular. Now it is time for something new.