English Dub Review: Spice and Wolf: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF “Mischievous Wolf and No Laughing Matter”

Overview

Lawrence and Holo stay overnight in the town where they sell the furs. As Lawrence learns more about Holo, Holo learns about the current state of the Church and shares her wisdom.


Our Take

As Lawrence and Holo seek refuge from a sudden downpour, they find shelter in a church where they encounter a young merchant named Zheren, who proposes a dubious business deal. Despite Holo’s intuition about Zheren’s dishonesty, Lawrence decides to entertain the offer in hopes of uncovering its true motives.

Later, Lawrence presents Holo with a pouch of her wheat, prompting a conversation during dinner where Holo expresses her suspicions about Zheren’s intentions. Despite the lack of details of what the deal primarily consists of, Lawrence remains determined to proceed with the business proposition…

Overall, while the episode may have lacked significant plot developments, it succeeded in maintaining intrigue through well-crafted dialogue and visual storytelling. With strong character dynamics and the promise of future revelations, there’s anticipation for what lies ahead in the journey of Lawrence and Holo.