Review of Mob Psycho 100 II
The story is effectively written, all of the arcs carrying important messages and development going forward, flowing from one plot to the next smoothly. The characters are very humane, each has their own unique characteristics, strengths and weaknesses. The show tackles how different circumstances can lead to different perspectives. The way they interact with each other is also very interesting, there are some unexpected encounters also changes in relationships. The character development, however, is where the show truly shines, the villains change and befriend the protagonist—Teru is such an amazing boy, bless him—Reigen realising he has been selfish and manipulative, and especially the main characterMob. Comparing him from the first episode to the last, it is obvious that the boy has evolved, he has learned how to embrace his emotions and how to express them.
At first, the simplistic and childish art style, adapted from ONE, might have made some reluctant to watch, but after some time, it becomes natural. In fact, it becomes of the show’s strength by enabling different styles (such as paint-on-glass)—allowing the artists to be as creative as they can, having more expressive and exaggerated movements that are fitting to the narrative and smoother animation. The animation is very fluid, especially the fight scenes, they are very well directed. It has intense and meticulous choreography, gorgeous vibrant colours, imaginative shots to portray psychic powers and uses the environment to their advantage.
The music is very unique, suiting the show. From the plucked instrument to represent Reigen’s outgoing and comedic character to the legato ‘kazoo’ melodies that match the fluid actions of the psychic power, they all have the right atmosphere whilst being consistent. The voice acting in Mob Psycho 100 is amazing, Setsuo Ito voiced Mob extraordinarily despite being a fairly new voice actor, executing Mob’s emotions perfectly. Takahiro Sakurai as Reigen could not be better, there were times when I laughed out loud because of his voice acting alone—sometimes even laughing solely at remembering his voice.
Lastly, the comedy. ONE is known for his funny writing and Mob is not an exception. There are a lot of unexpected moments and the timings are perfect. The joke isn’t just made for laughs either, they were crucial for character building or to the plot itself.
It is clear the people behind this show are passionate and excited about their work.