Potions Will Save Me [Season 1 Episode 12]

Alright, let’s talk about Potions Will Save Me Season 1 Episode 12. First off, if you’re into fantasy anime where the main character uses magic to survive in a new world, this might be up your alley—but it’s not without its quirks.

The anime, produced by IMAGICA Infos and premiering in October 2025, follows Kaede, a high school girl who wakes up in a fantasy realm full of elves, beastmen, and dragons. Her only tool? A book that lets her create potions by chanting “create.” Sounds simple, right? Well, fans have mixed feelings about how it all plays out.

Let’s start with the animation. A lot of viewers noted that it feels more like a motion comic or a visual novel than a traditional anime. One fan even said, “This is really more of a motion comic than an anime though. Like you are watching someone play a visual novel.” Another added, “Yeah I was like what is up with the animation? Not a fan, and lots of similar shows with real animation I could watch instead.” Ouch. But hey, some people got used to it—one commenter mentioned, “The animation didn’t even bother me once I got used to it.” So maybe it’s a love-it-or-hate-it thing.

Now, the plot. Episode 12 seems to wrap up some loose ends but leaves others hanging. Fans noticed that the show suddenly introduced slavery, which was a big shock. “I didn’t expect such a light-hearted show to suddenly introduce slavery. Slavery that everyone around her is totally chill with,” one user wrote. Another added, “‘Slavery is just a stricter form of employment’ Yikes. This show is taking a weird turn.” That’s definitely a bold choice for a series that started as a cute survival story.

Economics also came up—because why not? Someone pointed out, “The demand for potions in this town must be absurdly high if she can just dump hundreds of them into the local economy without oversaturating it.” Another joked, “I don’t think authors ever consider the economical disadvantages to oversupply. ‘Cheap life-saving potions for all! Hallelujah!’” Fair point—Kaede’s potion-making spree probably would crash the local market, but hey, it’s fantasy, so we’ll let it slide… maybe.

Characters-wise, Kaede’s journey is relatable—she’s just trying to survive with her potions. But some fans wanted more depth. “Considering that the story and characters are better than most other fantasy anime this season I’ll keep watching,” one said, while another wondered about the tall cat woman from the opening credits: “7 episodes in and still no sign of the tall cat(?) woman that’s all over the OP.” Where is she? We need answers!

Oh, and let’s not forget the sudden grenade-making twist. “So she can casually make grenades now? I appreciate elf guy being like ‘Shut up and come with me we’re advancing the plot,’” a fan laughed. That’s the kind of randomness that keeps things interesting, right?

The ending of Episode 12 left some viewers confused. “It just kind of ended mid-story though. I wonder if it has another season lined up already? It was fine. 6/10,” someone commented. The animation budget seemed to spike here—“Clearly they were saving all the animation budget for this episode”—but the abrupt end left people wanting more.

Overall, Potions Will Save Me is a mixed bag. It’s harmless fun with a unique premise, but the animation style and occasional plot holes might turn some viewers off. If you’re into lighthearted fantasy with a dash of chaos (and potions!), give it a shot. Just don’t expect top-tier animation or deep economic analysis. And keep an eye out for that cat woman—maybe she’ll show up in Season 2? Fingers crossed!

So, would I recommend it? For a casual watch, sure. It’s not groundbreaking, but it’s got charm. And hey, who doesn’t love a protagonist who solves problems with potions? Cheers to Kaede and her magical book—may her supply never run dry (even if the local economy disagrees). 🧪✨