Anime Banished From The Hero's Party Episode 1

Okay, let's talk about Anime Banished From The Hero's Party, I Decided to Live a Quiet Life in the Countryside. Specifically, episode 1. And maybe, just maybe, ruffle some feathers.

So, Red gets kicked out, right? The Hero, his little sister Ruti, decides he's holding her back. Harsh, much?

Red's "Banished" Bliss?

He wants a chill life, opening a pharmacy in a small town. Fair enough. Who wouldn't want to escape world-saving for a bit?

But here's my slightly controversial take: Was Red really holding Ruti back? Or was he just... not as obsessed with being a hero as she was?

Let's be honest, Ruti is intense. She's practically a hero-bot. Maybe Red just has a more balanced perspective.

The Power of...Not Being Super?

He gets this "Divine Blessing" that's supposed to make him a guide. Instead, it makes him... kinda average. He's good at helping people, sure.

But does that automatically make him dead weight? I'm not so sure. Support characters are important! Just ask any gamer ever.

Maybe Ruti just couldn't see past her own hyper-focused goal. Tunnel vision, anyone?

Alas, Poor Red, He Knew Her Too Well

Red understands her. He knew he had to go. He wasn't going to make her change her view point.

Okay, okay, I get it. Ruti is destined to defeat the Demon Lord. It's her thing. But still, kicking your own brother to the curb seems a bit extreme.

And let's not forget the ominous foreshadowing. Ruti's powers seem to be taking a toll. Maybe having a supportive brother around wouldn't be so bad after all?

A New Life, A New Waifu?

The episode introduces Rit, the cute adventurer who becomes Red's... well, his companion. Perhaps more?

She sees something in him. Something beyond just "average." And that's what makes her infinitely more perceptive than Ruti at this point. (Sorry, not sorry.)

She brings him joy and is attracted to him for who he is. A simple pharmacy man, trying to get by in the country side.

Final Thoughts (For Now)

Look, I'm not saying Ruti is a bad person. She has a world to save. But episode 1 definitely paints Red as the more relatable character. The one with actual hobbies and dreams beyond slaying monsters.

He just wants to live his best life, selling potions and maybe finding love. And honestly? That sounds pretty appealing.

So, unpopular opinion alert: Maybe getting "banished" was the best thing that ever happened to Red. He seems much happier already. What do you all think?

And let's be real, a quiet life in the countryside with a cute adventurer? Sign me up!