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Avatar Meets Delicious in Dungeon: Welsh & Shedar Anime Review
New fantasy anime Welsh & Shedar blends Avatar's action with Delicious in Dungeon's cooking, streaming free on YouTube.
In brief
New fantasy anime Welsh & Shedar blends Avatar's action with Delicious in Dungeon's cooking, streaming free on YouTube. Welsh & Shedar, a 12-episode fantasy anime from creators of Wakfu, streams free on YouTube with Avatar-inspired action and culinary themes. Originally reported by CBR.
New Fantasy Anime Launch
Welsh & Shedar is a 12-episode fantasy anime from the creators of Wakfu and Dofus, streaming free on YouTube.
Two Protagonists in Conflict
Welsh, a cooking-savvy mama's boy, and Shedar, the loyal son of Queen Zabelle, face a dark world of dragon eggs.
Queen Zabelle's Quest
Queen Zabelle seeks six legendary dragon eggs, but Episode 1 shows her acquiring the second-to-last egg from a dangerous ally.
Near-Death Vision
Shedar survives a blast from a dragon egg that gives him a vision of a white dragon seeking the true heir to end Zabelle's rule.
Anime Style and Sound
The series combines French animation with Japanese themes, featuring a theme song by Hironobu Kageyama and Masami Okui.
Studio Ghibli Influence
The colorful, gloomy environments and imaginative creatures evoke Studio Ghibli's sense of wonder for the small screen.
Action Sequences
Episodes 1 and 2 feature large battles between Queen Zabelle and a warrior, and a dragon wreaking havoc at a farmers' market.
Overly Explanatory Dialogue
Characters talk excessively, spelling out personalities and motivations instead of living organically in the moment.
Simple Cooking Themes
The show features down-to-earth dishes that feel more real than the surreal, with no fireworks after eating.
12-Episode Series
Welsh & Shedar has 12 episodes, streaming free on YouTube starting Nov. 5, with a full series available online.
At a glance
Welsh & Shedar, a 12-episode fantasy anime from creators of Wakfu, streams free on YouTube with Avatar-inspired action and culinary themes.
