No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 review: Dazai's dark humor saves the subpar animation

Under the production of AtelierPontdarc, No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2, titled Shall I Tell You How It Feels to Sleep in a Coffin? aired on July 16, 2024. The episode continued the dark humor from the previous installment, with Osamu Dazai trying his best to die in the Isekai world he found himself summoned in.

Not only did the latest episode introduce new characters, but it also contributed to the world-building. The narrative for No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 was largely set in the Castle of the Rotto Town, where Osamu Dazai aka Sensei, and his party met King Thomas and his daughter, Charlotte.

Aside from the dark humor, the episode dealt with various themes, such as independence and politics. While the animation quality might seem sub-par, No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 didn't waver from its strong points.

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No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 review: Evaluating the adaptation, themes, and the good aspects

Following a spectacular debut, the expectations surrounding No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 were immense. Fortunately, the episode didn't disappoint fans in the slightest.

An Isekai anime, with Osamu Dazai as the protagonist, was always going to be an interesting premise. However, the way AtelierPontdarc executed the adaptation was marvelous.

Picking up the events from the previous installment, No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 opened with Osamu Dazai aka Sensei, and his party arriving at Rotto, a castle town buzzing with people.

Thomas and Charlotte, as seen in the episode (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

Sensei and his party went to the castle and met King Thomas and his 16-year-old daughter, Princess Charlotte. After welcoming the adventurer, Thomas revealed that he was planning his daughter's marriage to either Gomes, the valiant knight, or Otto, the minstrel of love.

He added that whoever his daughter would marry would become the next king of Rotto. Yet, it was revealed that Charlotte didn't want to get married; Her father was oblivious to her actual feelings.

Sensei and Charlotte in the episode (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

Instead, she proposed that she would love to commit a double suicide with Osamu Dazai, who truly understood her feelings. Yet eventually, she realized that she had to live and protect her country from the demonic forces.

From the onset, No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 set the narrative in motion, focusing on Charlotte and her father, Thomas. AtelierPontdarc skillfully covered the remaining pages of chapter 2, and the entire chapter 3 from Hiroshi Noda's original manga, with a few anime original additions.

Sensei and Charlotte face the Demonic entity (Image via AteliePontdarc)

Once again, Osamu Dazai's melancholy became the central force of the episode, orchestrating the events. His arrival in the Town of Rotto allowed Charlotte to find her purpose. She could break out from a mental prison, and express what she truly wanted.

Unlike the many kings from other Isekai anime, Charlotte's father Thomas was understanding enough to realize her daughter's wishes. As a result, he made her the Queen, who could protect the nation in a way he couldn't.

Sensei, as seen in the episode (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

However, these things wouldn't have been possible without Osamu Dazai. He candidly told Charlotte that she had to decide what was best for her. Momentarily, Charlotte chose death. However, when she shockingly discovered that Gomes was actually a demonic entity, who wanted to destroy her land, she wavered from her decision.

Possibly, Dazai knew from the beginning that Charlotte's kindness could lead her land to prosperity. As a result, he acted as a catalyst to the girl awakening her desire. However, this serious trope was enveloped in Dazai's dark humor, which only added uniqueness to the episode.

Tama and Annette, as seen in the episode (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 again juxtaposed dark humor with serious concepts to produce a marvelous outcome. Aside from the thought-provoking themes, as found in Charlotte's narrative, the episode accentuated comedic themes, with Annette and Tama.

While Dazai's dark humor ran rampant throughout the episode, the Elven priest and the Cat girl's involvement in the narrative lent No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 the comic relief it needed.

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No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 review: Subpar animation in some areas

Annette in No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 (Image via AtelierPontdarc)

Fans who have seen the first episode may remember that some areas lacked decent animation quality. No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 seemed to carry the same monkey in its bag.

While the latest episode had exciting background and character art throughout the run-time, the animation was left lacking in some aspects. For example, the battle scene against the demonic entity could have had decent animation, as it felt crude and jarring in multiple segments.

Besides that, the studio could have paid more attention to the transition of the scenes and the background music. That said, there are only a few things that AtelierPontdarc could do in an episode that largely took place inside the castle.

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Conclusion

No Longer Allowed In Another World episode 2 combined the rich themes with the dark humor to produce a fascinating spectacle for fans. Aside from the few blemishes, such as sub-par animation during the action scenes, the episode didn't waver from its roots, focusing on the juxtaposition of dark humor and the serious.

Whether it's Osamu Dazai's melancholy or Annette & Tama's comedic scenes, the episode showcased a fine amalgamation of tropes. Undoubtedly, the episode revealed why this series has the potential to become one of the best of the Summer 2024 anime season.

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