Chichi wa Eiyuu, Haha wa Seirei, Musume no Watashi wa Tenseisha [Season 1 Episode 12]

“Dad is a Hero, Mom is a Spirit, I’m a Reincarnator” Episode 12: A Rushed but Heartfelt Finale

Let’s cut to the chase—Ellen’s final episode is messy, but it’s her messy. After an entire season of balancing healing potions, spirit politics, and dad’s overprotective rants, the finale wraps up Ellen’s story with the same chaotic energy that made this show feel like a friend’s unfiltered anime rec: half-baked, full of heart, and weirdly memorable.

First off, production-wise—this is a Fall 2025 12-episode isekai by… well, let’s be real, the studio’s name doesn’t matter here. What matters is that Ellen’s character carries the whole thing. As one fan puts it, she’s playing “4D chess with her plans,” and Episode 12 leans hard into that. The Tenbahl Kingdom’s crisis? Ellen’s magical medicine is the only band-aid, but the royals are still acting like entitled brats. Cue Ellen’s parents (legendary hero dad + spirit queen mom) finally letting her take the wheel—and she nails it. She heals the sick, outsmarts the kingdom’s jerks, and even gets a little help from her spirit pals. The result? A happy ending where everyone’s smiling—exactly what Ellen promised.

But let’s talk about the backlash, because wow, fans have opinions. Some call it “below average” or “rushed,” and they’re not wrong. The Tenbahl conflict feels like it’s on fast-forward: one minute the kingdom’s dying for meds, the next Ellen’s fixing everything with a spirit spell. The human-spirit feud? It’s mentioned, but never fully unpacked—like when Ellen hesitates to help Ravisel’s people because of “generations of betrayal.” It’s a valid point, but the show skips the emotional weight to get to the good stuff. And don’t get fans started on the “ex machina spirits” with German names (Niesel and Regen, meaning “drizzle”—cute, but why now?). As another viewer rants, “There must have been a better way to do it.”

Then there’s the “Ellen is a saint” debate. Half the fandom thinks she’s a hypocrite—“Oh sure, we could prevent death with spirit powers, but first let’s teach the royals a lesson!”—while the other half defends her: “Lotta people who are too stupid to understand simple politics sure are mad.” The truth? Ellen’s no hero or villain. She’s a kid who’s been thrown into a world of adults making bad choices. When she finally gets to heal the kingdom, it’s not out of altruism—it’s because she wants to keep her promise to make people smile. That’s relatable, even if the execution is wonky.

And let’s not forget the family fluff! Fans were devastated when the finale traded Ellen’s playful banter with her dad for royal drama. “No more wholesome family moments?” one cries. “Sed!” But here’s the thing: that fluff was never the point. Ellen’s journey was always about growing up—from a reincarnated kid testing potions in her room to a young woman who can save a kingdom. The finale just skips the training wheels.

Is it perfect? No. Is it worth watching? For Ellen alone, yes. She’s the kind of protagonist you root for even when she’s being a little stubborn. The ending feels rushed (12 episodes is too short!), but it’s satisfying. As one fan sums it up: “A somewhat rushed but satisfying finale.”

So, final verdict? If you’re here for a cozy isekai with heart, this works. If you want deep politics or flawless writing, you’ll roll your eyes. But for 20-year-olds craving something that doesn’t take itself too seriously? Ellen’s messy, magical adventure is exactly what you need.

And hey—no sequel tease, but let’s be real: we all want more of Ellen teasing her dad and hanging with Rafilia. Fingers crossed for a OVA?

Rating: 6/10 — messy, but Ellen makes it worth it.

P.S. If you’re stuck on “why is this an isekai?”—same. Ellen’s past life is barely mentioned. But who cares? She’s a kid who can talk to spirits and outsmart kings. That’s cool enough.