Why Fans Are Turning Against 'The Beginning After the End' Anime?

After months of anticipation, The Beginning After the End anime has finally made its debut. But instead of praise, it’s facing a wave of criticism, especially after the release of Episode 2. While some fans are still trying to enjoy the show, many are extremely disappointed with the way the anime has turned out, so much so that thousands have signed a petition to cancel and remake the entire series.

The anime is based on a popular web novel and comic by TurtleMe, known for its rich storytelling and intense fight scenes. However, the adaptation by Studio A-Cat has left fans feeling let down. Episode 1 received a lukewarm response, with viewers saying it didn’t fully capture the excitement of the original story. But it was Episode 2—titled "The King, Under Attack"—that really stirred up trouble.

The Main Issue with The Beginning After the End

The main issue? Poor animation quality. Viewers were especially disappointed with the fight scenes, which lacked energy and movement. Some fans even joked that it looked more like a slideshow than an action anime. This sparked outrage across social media platforms like Twitter, Reddit, and YouTube.

One fan took it a step further by starting a petition on Change.org titled "Demand the Cancellation and Redo of the TBATE Anime Adaptation." In the petition, the fan described the anime as “disrespectful” to the original work and called it a “smear” on what many consider a top-tier fantasy series. The petition has already gained over 11,000 signatures, with more added daily.

The backlash has raised an important question—does the anime really deserve this much hate? While opinions vary, it’s clear that many fans expected a much higher standard, especially after seeing other well-animated shows this year like Solo Leveling and Zenshu. With The Beginning After the End being such an action-heavy story, viewers are concerned that future episodes may suffer even more if the animation doesn’t improve.

Still, some fans are holding out hope. They believe the animation might improve in later episodes, possibly due to budget shifts or scheduling. Whether the studio listens to the backlash or not, one thing is certain—this anime has sparked one of the most heated debates of the season.