Record of Ragnarok is a manga-turned-anime adaptation; the latest Netflix series is where God and man duel each other. But, can a human defeat a God?
Shūumatsu no Warukyūre, in English “Valkyrie of the End,” is a Japanese manga series. A creation of Takumi Fukui and Shinya Umemura, and Ajichika for the illustrations.
What is the Record of Ragnarok all about?
The Gods have a 1000-year review at the Council of Valhalla. Here, they deliberate and decide whether the human race should be removed or to exist on Earth. It’s the conference of humanity’s survival.
As the Gods came to a final decision, a Valkyrie expressed her thoughts that maybe humans can prove their worth. However, the Gods perceive the idea as ridiculous. That’s until the Valkyrie suggested that perhaps the Gods are too afraid to confront the matter.
Well, you already know where that’ll lead.
The Valkyrie shall choose the most significant humans in the history of men. And when they do win more rounds against the gods, they are allowed to live.
Who are the Gods and Men you’ll meet in the series?
- Zeus
- Shiva
- Loki
- Buddha
- Aphrodite
For the humans, there’s:
- Adam
- Jack the Ripper
- Raiden Tameemon
- Eve
- Qin Shi Huang
And these are only to name a few.
What makes this anime worth a slot in your watch list?
It provides a creative plot to mix religious, mythological, and even spiritual elements taught throughout history.
Furthermore, the storytelling is not bland. In truth, more thought and depth was to unpacked that brought the characters to life through the Netflix anime adaptation.
The 12 chapters in Record of Ragnarok season 1 will entice you to watch with excitement, curiosity, and thrill with no stop! Find out how did a human defeat a God!
Haven’t seen the trailer yet? Watch it here!
If you haven’t seen it yet, it’s highly recommended! If you already did, which one’s the best chapter or fight for you?