Do you love the classic Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson duo? Yes! They solve, world’s deadliest crimes with ultra-smart deductions. Just like Ron’s forbidden deductions, it should be on your Netflix watch list. Because this series follows the good old suspense in better light. Let’s see whether the series is excellent or just a show in true lens.
The Tales of Mastermind and Dimwit
Ron Kamanohashi is a gifted detective with the police. However, a mysterious event has banished him from working, and he starts living in utter isolation until the dumb officer Totomaru meets him. While one thinks from the brain, another just uses the body. They investigate quite bizarre, dangerous, and stealthy cases in every episode.
Here’s the bait; there’s a hidden villainous trait of Ron that pushes criminals to end their lives, a kind of supernatural hypnotism. Slowly, the story uncovers his past trauma with quirky mystery and dark turns. Curious! Stream the show right away on Netflix.
Vibe: Intense storytelling
From the very beginning, Ron’s character starts with Super quick deductions like he can guess with a glance and fragrance. In fact, at first meeting, he undermines Totomaru’s habit of praying at shrines. So sometimes his deductions are impressive, but sometimes they stretch the real possibility. As the pace picks up, Ron meets his once classmate, Omito Kawasemi, as a rival. Psychologically, both are similar but very different characters.
We understand that Ron has some witchery bipolar disorder that needs strict control and psychological care. One teeny minus point is the case situations are already seen in many detective series like Conan. So some episodes are gripping, some not!
Crafting Characters
Ron Kamanohashi’s character is quite stretched. The makers try to imitate the vibe of “L” from Death Note and Sherlock Holmes, which does suit him sometimes and doesn’t. The animation, joined with intense visuals of crime scenes, supports his uncaring yet cool detective angles. While Totomaru is undermined by everyone in his office acts very smart when he is with Ron, which makes the pacing and story depth a little uneven; Also, there aren’t any characters to focus on except the duo, whose chemistry works.
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Animated or Manga
We have both Manga and animated versions available. So, which one to choose? If you enjoy having more visual and audio experience with colourful backgrounds and indulging in situations, then an animated series is the best for you. However, some episodes might feel rushed, which is not the fault of the manga. As the plot goes much deeper into character arcs also the psychological impact on the readers is far better. Another advantage is more details on Ron’s academy, his ancestry, & new characters. I would say enjoy both of them simultaneously.
Final Verdict
Let’s be honest, a brainy detective with a weak partner working through all physical and psychological crimes is not a new concept. Also, the deductions and conclusions are too fast with less detail. In fact, Ron’s ability to be a hero and villain at the same time has a lot of potential. Overall, both seasons are pretty decent to stream & less boring, that’s it. So, will you watch or not?
IMDb: 7.2/10 CrunchyRoll: 4.8/5 My Rating: 4/5
Written by: Meghana Pinninti