Mushoku Tensei Fans Will Love The Beginning After the End’s Familiar Twist

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It’s no wonder, with so many isekai series being released annually, that some of these franchises might share similar storylines. Remarkably, even for a popular anime like Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation, this occurrence is more probable. Yet, surprisingly, this likeness can be a positive aspect. The upcoming anime adaptation, The Beginning After the End, based on the original web comic by TurtleMe and Fuyuki23, shares numerous narrative and structural resemblances with the “grandfather of isekai”, but in a way that enhances what makes Mushoku Tensei exceptional while eliminating some of the excess plot points that hinder its progression.

In “The Beginning After the End,” we follow the journey of Arthur Leywin, a young ruler reborn into a mystical land brimming with enchantment and danger. Much like other heroes in this genre before him, Arthur is determined to make amends for past mistakes and fulfill aspirations unmet in his former life. However, unlike his counterparts, Arthur wasn’t just an ordinary individual transported from reality; he was a revered king known for his strategic acumen, who met an untimely end by assassination. Equipped with his original memories, Arthur seeks to build connections and create a life filled with companionship – something that eluded him during his previous existence.

The Beginning After the End Has a Similar Structure To Mushoku Tensei, But Is Wholly Unique

In contrast to their shared theme of characters seeking redemption after a second chance at life, The Beginning After the End and Mushoku Tensei diverge significantly in structure. Mushoku Tensei chronicles Rudeus’s journey from childhood to adulthood, meticulously detailing each significant milestone and character transformation as he revisits formative experiences and learns to handle them more effectively than in his previous life. On the other hand, The Beginning After the End follows a similar path, presenting Arthur’s evolution from childhood to maturity, emphasizing his newfound ability to appreciate life’s joys since he no longer bears the burden of noble responsibilities that once dictated the course of his existence.

The Beginning After the End doesn’t simply mirror Mushoku Tensei, as Rudeus eventually assumes an adventurer and hero role, but Arthur, having settled into adulthood, experiences a disquieting sense of déjà vu when conflict erupts between Dicathen, his home continent, and the Vritra, a banished deity clan governing another land. This propels him to wield his sword once more in support of his countrymen, despite apprehensions about repeating the fate of a battle-worn leader from his past life. It’s intriguing that as Arthur embarks on this quest and contributes to the ongoing war efforts, he discovers there are others from his original world who have been reborn onto Dicathen.

In the premiere of “The Beginning of the End“, set for April 2nd as part of the Spring collection, anime enthusiasts might find themselves drawing parallels between the young Arthur and Rudeus from “Mushoku Tensei“. Both shows immerse viewers in intricate political landscapes, seen through the eyes of children who harbor the thoughts of adults, particularly those burdened by remorse over their past lives. However, “The Beginning After the End” delves into the emotional repercussions of war on its lead character and the individuals in their vicinity, while also unveiling a profound enigma surrounding the rationale behind their rebirth.

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2025-04-03 03:41