The Daily Life of the Immortal King [Season 5 Episode 1]

The Daily Life of the Immortal King Season 5 Episode 1: A Chaotic Return to Form

If you thought Sun Wukong had it tough balancing godhood and teenage angst, meet Wang Ling—an immortal king so overpowered he could probably sneeze and level a mountain, yet still panics when his favorite instant noodles sell out. Season 5’s premiere, “The Noodle Crisis That Shook the Immortal Realm,” drops us right back into this absurdly relatable chaos, and fans are eating it up (pun absolutely intended).

Let’s start with the obvious: the animation. Produced by Liyu Culture for Bilibili, this episode cranks the visual flair to 11. The opening sequence—where Wang Ling accidentally vaporizes a vending machine while reaching for his last pack of “Immortal Delight” noodles—blends Haoliners’ signature smooth action with a vibrant color palette that makes even mundane convenience stores look like magical realms. Twitter user @AnimeNoodleLover summed it up best: “That noodle explosion scene? I replayed it three times. The way the broth glows like stardust? Chef’s kiss.”

But it’s not all flashy effects. The episode’s heart lies in its slice-of-life humor. Wang Ling’s struggle to hide his powers from his classmates leads to some hilarious mishaps—like when he accidentally fixes a broken desk by staring at it, prompting his friend Chen Chao to yell, “DUDE, STOP USING YOUR ‘Lucky Eyes’ ON FURNITURE!” Reddit’s r/donghua thread is full of fans laughing at these relatable moments: “Me trying to hide my math test score from my mom vs. Wang Ling hiding his godly powers—same energy.”

The supernatural elements are dialed up too. A rogue demon disguised as a street food vendor (because of course) unleashes a horde of “noodle spirits” to steal Wang Ling’s favorite snack. The fight scene that follows is pure eye candy—Wang Ling’s casual flick of a chopstick sending shockwaves through the city, while his classmates gawk, thinking it’s just a “cool fireworks show.” MyAnimeList user ImmortalNoodleBoi raved: “The fight choreography is insane! You can tell they upped the budget this season.”

What makes this episode work is its balance. One minute you’re cackling at Wang Ling’s deadpan reaction to a demon invasion (“Can we reschedule? I need to study for my history quiz”), the next you’re invested in his quiet desire to just be “normal.” The ending tease—where a mysterious figure (hint: probably his overprotective dad) watches him from the shadows—leaves fans buzzing about what’s next.

Criticisms? Some fans on 9anime’s comment section wished for more character development for side characters like Sun Rong, but most agree the episode’s pacing is perfect. “It’s exactly what we needed after Season 4’s cliffhanger,” says @DonghuaDaily. “Chaotic, funny, and sets up the season without feeling rushed.”

In short, Season 5 Episode 1 is a love letter to fans. It leans into the series’ strengths—absurd humor, stunning animation, and Wang Ling’s endearing “I just want to eat noodles” energy—while hinting at bigger stakes. Whether you’re a long-time fan or just jumping in, this episode is a must-watch. Just don’t watch it on an empty stomach—those noodle scenes are way too tempting.

Final Verdict: 9/10. Noodle chaos has never been so epic.

P.S. If you haven’t seen the key visual where Wang Ling holds a noodle like a sword—go Google it. You won’t regret it.