A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School [Season 1 Episode 24]

A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School! – Episode 24 Review: A Heartfelt Farewell (For Now?)

If you’ve been following A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School! (or Yōkai Gakkō no Sensei Hajimemashita! for the purists), you know it’s been a wild ride. What started as a lighthearted comedy about a timid human teacher navigating a school full of supernatural students quickly evolved into something deeper—especially in its final arc. Episode 24, the season finale, didn’t just tie up loose ends; it delivered emotional punches, unexpected twists, and left fans begging for more.

The Rescue Arc: More Than Just a Ghost Story

The episode wraps up the “Rescue Rensuke” arc, which, despite its brevity, became the emotional core of the season. Fans on MyAnimeList and other forums couldn’t stop raving about how this arc elevated the show from a simple gag comedy to something with real heart. One user put it perfectly: “The series itself turned out to be much more lighthearted, but these past few episodes have been quite a ride.”

Rensuke’s struggle with his overbearing father struck a chord. The show didn’t just paint the dad as a villain; it peeled back layers to reveal a man terrified of losing his son to a world he didn’t understand. As one fan noted, “There’s a clear line between protecting a child and controlling them for one’s own benefit.” The resolution—where Rensuke chooses his own path—felt earned, not just a quick fix.

The Twin Twist: Amaaki Steals the Show

One of the biggest surprises? The reveal that Haruaki’s twin brother, Amaaki, had been masquerading as him to throw off Rensuke’s dad. Fans loved this twist, with one commenting, “CALLED IT—that wasn’t the right Abe all along! Man, the brother really clutched even on short notice.” Amaaki’s brief but impactful role added a fresh dynamic, and his exhaustion after the ordeal (“needing his Haru-recharge”) was hilariously relatable.

Character Growth: From Gags to Genuine Bonds

What made this finale so satisfying was seeing how far the characters had come. Seimei, the crybaby teacher, finally earned his students’ trust—even after they learned about his exorcist powers. Kuniko and Rensuke’s friendship (or more, as some shippers hoped) blossomed, and Nyuudou’s arc concluded with a touching moment of acceptance.

The beach scene between Nyuudou and Utagawa was a fan favorite. “Lovely to see that they quickly transitioned to the couple phase with the beach flirting,” one viewer gushed. Another added, “I wasn’t expecting it to be this deep when Nyuudou’s mother first appeared, lol.”

The Verdict: A Hidden Gem That Deserves More

The general consensus? This show was criminally underrated. Many fans admitted they went in expecting a silly comedy but were blown away by the character development and emotional depth. “I actually wasn’t left all that impressed after the first few episodes, but the more I watched, the more the characters grew on me,” one reviewer confessed.

The animation quality took some hits (a common complaint for Satelight productions), but the charm of the story and characters more than made up for it. As one fan put it, “Despite obvious drops in quality, I’d say for the most part they delivered.”

And of course, the burning question: Will there be a Season 2? The finale left the door wide open, and fans are desperate for more. “It’s a good anime with great comedic timing… if it got a Season 2, I’d watch it,” one user wrote. Another simply pleaded, “nuuuuuuuu it’s overrrrrrrrrrr can we get a season 2?”

Final Thoughts

A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School! might not have been the flashiest anime of the season, but it won hearts with its blend of humor, heart, and supernatural shenanigans. Episode 24 was a near-perfect finale—tying up arcs while leaving just enough unanswered to fuel hope for more.

If you haven’t watched it yet, do yourself a favor and binge it. And if you’re already a fan? Join the chorus of voices demanding a second season. Because let’s be real: we need more of Haruaki’s uniform antics and his class’s chaotic energy.

Rating: 8.5/10 – A delightful surprise that proves even the silliest premises can pack an emotional punch.

Now, Satelight, give us Season 2!