Omae Gotoki ga Maou ni Kateru to Omou na [Season 1 Episode 1]

“Roll Over and Die” Episode 1 Review: A Dark Fantasy That Hits Hard—But Is It Too Much?

Let’s cut to the chase: if you’re into cozy, feel-good anime, this isn’t your vibe. Omae Gotoki ga Maou ni Kateru to Omou na (or Roll Over and Die for short) starts with a punch to the gut, and it doesn’t pull its punches. The first episode throws us into Flum Apricot’s world—a girl “chosen by God” to join the hero’s party, but with stats so low they’re basically zero. Spoiler: the hero’s party doesn’t exactly roll out the red carpet.

The Setup: Zero Stats, Zero Respect

Flum’s story kicks off with her being booted from the hero’s party faster than you can say “useless.” The sage (read: total jerk) Jean sells her to slavery, claiming it’s “for her own good.” Yeah, right. From there, things go from bad to worse: she’s thrown into a cell with Milkit (love that name, by the way), a white-haired girl with bandages covering half her face, and they’re forced to fight ghouls for a slimy slaver’s entertainment.

But here’s the twist: Flum’s “Reversal” ability—once seen as a joke—turns out to be her superpower. When she grabs a cursed sword that melts anyone else who touches it, her zero stats flip to max, and she goes full badass. She takes down the slaver without hesitation, and honestly? It’s satisfying. As one fan put it, “I liked that she killed the slaver without hesitation—no good guy hesitation here.”

The Good: Dark Fantasy with a Yuri Twist

What makes this episode stand out? For starters, it’s not your average isekai or “banished from the party” trope. The world is grim—everyone from the hero’s party to the guild master is either evil or just plain indifferent. But that’s exactly what fans of dark fantasy love. “This is better than previous season’s Mugen Gacha,” one reviewer noted, “but it’s still got that edge.”

Then there’s the yuri angle. Flum and Milkit’s bond is already palpable—they’re two outcasts against a cruel world. “Flum and Milkit look like they’re gonna be a really good pair,” another fan said. It’s not in-your-face, but it’s there, and in a season full of yuri and yaoi twists, this feels fresh.

The OP by PassCode? It’s catchy—like, “I’ll be humming this all week” catchy. And the cursed sword? Total Berserk of Gluttony vibes, but with a female lead. “Her power is actually interesting,” someone commented. “Too bad the artwork is kinda bad, but at least it’s not following the usual tropes.”

The Bad: Too Grim? Too Rushed?

But let’s be real—this episode isn’t perfect. The biggest complaint? The world is too cruel. “I tried the first episode, but it left me with the impression that no one’s good in that world,” a viewer admitted. “Might drop it if there’s too much evil going on.” And they’re not wrong. From the sage’s betrayal to the slaver’s sadism, it’s a lot to take in 24 minutes.

The animation? Let’s just say it’s… functional. The character designs are a bit generic—Flum looks like a “moe blob,” as one fan put it—and the fight scenes are tame compared to the manga. “The manga has detailed gore,” a source reader lamented. “The anime downgraded it to a more streamlined ‘slop’ Isekai look.”

Then there’s the pacing. The episode rushes through Flum’s enslavement, her meeting with Milkit, and her escape. “They skipped some minor stuff that would’ve made it more interesting,” another fan pointed out. The slaver’s death, for example, happens off-screen—total buzzkill for anyone craving that “revenge porn” moment.

The Verdict: Worth Sticking Around For?

So, should you watch Episode 1? If you’re into dark fantasy, yuri undertones, or just want something that’s not your typical isekai, yes. The episode sets up a revenge arc that’s hard to ignore—Flum’s got a score to settle with Jean, and you’ll want to see her win.

But be warned: this isn’t for the faint of heart. The world is brutal, the characters are flawed, and the tone is depressing. As one reviewer said, “It’s the kind of show that makes you go, ‘Wow, people suck.’”

For me? I’m hooked. The yuri potential, the cursed sword, and Flum’s “zero to hero” arc are too good to pass up. Let’s hope the next episode leans into the dark stuff and gives us more of that unapologetic violence the manga is known for.

Final Thought: If you’re tired of the same old “power of friendship” anime, Roll Over and Die is a breath of (extremely dark) fresh air. Just don’t say I didn’t warn you—it’s gonna get messy.

What did you think of Episode 1? Let me know in the comments below!

— A Fan Who’s Low-Key Obsessed with Milkit’s Name 🐄✨