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Apothecary Diaries/Anime (Patreon)

Published:
2025-04-30 17:13:24
Edited:
2025-12-30 00:56:52
Imported:
2026-06

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Hey gang,

5 episodes in - I find im dragging my feet with this as much as I want to like it. So, I'm going to be switching to Gundam: The Witch from Mercury. Prologue episode made me cry so I'm very invested in finding out more. I'm sorry that that might be a bummer, I just don't really want to watch something im not connecting with no matter how cute MaoMao is and how meaningful the story is, which I know it is...Anyway...ya. It does also speak to the broader idea that all this anime stuff is ultimately me exploring. I don't know the medium and obviously finding things to connect with so I can say damn this is awesome is way more important to me personally rather than going with what is critically received or audience in general received, if that makes sense. It might take some exploring and patience while I find something that I click with - some things I just will bounce off of.

Thanks for understanding in advance and sorry for the delays this week, coming off Clair Obscur :)

Comments

IsaacDoesStuff

I've many a time felt like a pariah for not liking this or that anime so I wouldn't hold it against ya. I've heard good things about that Gundam show though!

IsaacDoesStuff

So, I've only just now watched your watchalong to the most recent 2 episodes and I think I kinda feel the same way. It's definitely a good show, and while that's true, I feel a sense of... "I'll watch this on my down time." If that makes sense. It wouldn't be something I'd spend a limited time slot on like you are for Patreon.

LegionaresCZ

Aww, love the series, but personal preference can't be helped. Also heard good things about the Gundam series.

Ash

Apothecary Diaries is ultimately a historical drama/mystery, and while it's definitely amazing within that genre, there's a lot more out there. Watch what you want to watch, maybe you'll come back to Apothecary Diaries one day, maybe not. Everyone has their own tastes. As a viewer, it's much more enjoyable to watch reactions when the person reacting is having fun and is locked into the story.

James Long

Hopefully you check out Violet Evergarden at some point. I think you will absolutely connect with that.

Vibal

Thank you for your honesty. This level of transparency may be something that we need more of in the anime reaction community. Of course, we fans of Apothecary Diaries will be a bit sad that we won't get to rewatch it with your input, but we all have our preferences and can show maturity and understanding. I myself have trouble getting into a lot of shonen, so I have never watched HunterxHunter or Full Metal Alchemist, despite the general opinion on those being overwhelmingly positive. I'm fine with Frieren-like shows, slice-of-life, and romance animes, with occasional animes that diverge from that (and there is already so much to see and so little time to watch it).

wow

Somewhat similar themes to frieren and as well both share a composer in Evan call.

Violet

Yeah it would be so cool seeing that. I found Violet Evergarden and Frieren have a very similar air about them when it comes to probing the human heart and its emotions.

Carmi Malig

Apothecary Diaries is my go to anime when it comes to taking a break from action packed/gory/heavily emotional animes. So it’s meant for a relaxing watch. That said, there are tons of other great animes out there. I still wish you will do an unblurred version of AOT, I dont know how far you’ve watched the anime now, but it truly is a top tier anime, if not THE best out there. I also agree with Violet Evergarden, it’s a stunning anime to watch. Also, maybe try anime movies as a way to help you ease into anime? It’s shorter than a whole series. If you are interested with that, then I can recommend A Silent Voice and Your Name.