Overview (Spoilers Below):
The Ichijo house was burned down, and the incident was resolved, gradually bringing life back to normal. Migi and Dali were supposed to return to their usual lives as well, but there was one difference.
Our Take:
The twins’s revenge-filled journey was complete, with Eiji serving his time in juvenile detention for confessing to the crimes. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean they gained their tranquility, as they have one more problem that may not be as fixable as the others. Dali’s scar on his face makes it impossible for them to switch places to play Hitori (Solo). So, Migi is now left to assume the role while Dali lives in the shadows despite Migi’s suggestion to reveal the truth. However, they received a Christmas miracle they’ll never forget for a long time, with the Sonoyamas accepting the boys for who they are.
This has been one heck of a roller coaster for various reasons, and it’s not just because of its twisty revenge plot. The English dub version also left me with a troubling expression compared to the other dubbed anime I’ve watched before Migi & Dali. The series has plenty of moments in its themes and characters that would’ve benefitted well from its emotional depth, mainly the conflicting relationship between the twins. Sadly, the direction for its English dub didn’t work as well as I hoped. Don’t worry. I’ll explain why in my upcoming season review. Let’s just say that my reaction toward it was both humorous and cringy.
As for the episode, it’s unsurprisingly a heartfelt way to end the series, with Dali finally able to move on from the torment he received from his past. With the twins learning that true happiness comes from each other’s happiness, they now have a brighter future ahead of them, thanks to the people they can call “family.” It also has a flash-forward sequence that Buddy Daddies used, with the characters being grown adults, and a short yet sweet dedication to the manga’s author, Nami Sano, who died of cancer last year. Despite my mixed feelings toward the English dub, I’m mildly satisfied with how this series turned out, even with its imperfections.