Tondemo Skill de Isekai Hourou Meshi 2 [Season 2 Episode 11]

Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill 2 Episode 11: The Comfiest Isekai Return You Didn’t Know You Needed

After a two-and-a-half-year wait, MAPPA’s Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill 2 (Tondemo Skill de Isekai Hourou Meshi 2) is back—and it’s serving up exactly what fans fell in love with: mouthwatering food, wholesome vibes, and that signature “cozy adventure” magic. Episode 11 doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but why fix something that already feels like a warm hug?

Let’s start with the star of the show: the cooking. Five minutes in, salaryman-turned-isekai-chef Mukohda is already whipping up venom tarantula gyoza (yes, you read that right) with the help of his slime familiar Sui. The animation here is chef’s kiss—the way Mukohda folds the dumplings, the steam curling off the pan, the close-ups of golden, crispy edges? It’s so vivid, you’ll probably catch yourself craving takeout mid-episode (pro tip: have snacks ready). One fan summed it up perfectly: “They made those dumplings look so easy… I really want gyoza now.”

But it’s not just about the food—it’s about the vibe. This episode leans hard into the “chill adventure” formula that made Season 1 a hit. Mukohda, his giant wolf familiar Fel, and Sui are back to their usual antics: questing through the Claire Forest, bickering gently, and turning monsters into meals. The pacing is slow in the best way—no world-ending stakes, no over-the-top battles, just… hanging out with characters who feel like old friends. As one viewer put it, “It’s pretty chill in general, with a very similar vibe to the previous [season] and adventure themes.”

The biggest new addition? Dora-chan, a tiny pixie dragon who joins the crew after Mukohda saves him. Dora’s design is adorable (think: a fluffy, winged lizard with big eyes), and his personality fits right in—equal parts curious and greedy for Mukohda’s cooking. Fans are already obsessed: “Dora is a great addition to the group. Funny and wholesome start to the second season,” gushed one commenter. Another added, “This little dragon seems to quickly make friends with the gang :D.”

Of course, no Campfire Cooking episode is complete without the gods—and this one teases some fun new developments. The end credits hint at two new male gods crashing the all-female goddess squad’s weekly food parties, which has fans speculating: “Look like the god circle won’t be all-female gods anymore, thanks god for adding male gods!” And while the goddesses don’t get much screen time here, their cameo at the end (in a cute chibi-style segment) is a nod to long-time fans who’ve missed their chaotic energy.

Visually, the episode is a treat. MAPPA’s animation is brighter and more colorful than Season 1, making the forest settings pop and the food look even more appetizing. The opening theme, by Cent Chihiro Chittiii, has that same upbeat, folksy energy as Season 1’s OP—catchy enough to hum along to, but not so loud it breaks the show’s cozy mood. The ending theme is a “bop” too, according to one fan, with a playful, storybook-style animation that fits the series perfectly.

Is there anything to nitpick? A few fans mentioned the 2.5-year gap made it hard to reconnect with the characters (“I’ve lost my connection with the characters and so don’t particularly care about seeing them enjoying these meals anymore,” one admitted). Others weren’t sold on Dora’s voice (“The dragons voice isn’t cute at all so here’s hoping the dub voice is better”). But these are minor quibbles in an otherwise delightful episode.

At its core, Campfire Cooking 2 Episode 11 is about joy—the joy of cooking, the joy of friendship, and the joy of taking it slow. In a world of high-stakes isekais and dark fantasies, this show is a breath of fresh air. It’s the kind of anime you watch when you’re tired, when you want to unwind, when you just need something nice. As one fan put it: “My peaceful fantasy cooking show is back baby. I’m so glad this got a second season it really deserved it.”

So grab your favorite snack, settle in, and get ready to drool. Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill 2 is here to make your Tuesdays (or whenever you watch) a little cozier—and a lot more hungry.

Final Verdict: 8/10. It’s not groundbreaking, but it’s perfect for what it is: a warm, fuzzy, food-filled adventure that feels like coming home. Welcome back, Mukohda & co.—we missed you.