Ozen Made In Abyss: Dawn Of The Deep Soul

Okay, folks, let’s talk about Ozen the Immovable in Made in Abyss: Dawn of the Deep Soul. Yeah, the movie. You know, the one that traumatized everyone.

I have a confession to make. A potentially VERY unpopular opinion. Brace yourselves. I… kind of enjoyed watching people squirm.

Ozen: Not That Bad, Right?

Hear me out! Everyone's all, "Ozen's a monster!" "She's pure evil!" But is she, really? Or is she just... brutally honest?

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I mean, yeah, she puts Riko and Reg through the wringer. Like, a lot. But didn't they kind of need it? Think of it as tough love. Very, very tough love.

I see Ozen as a weird, cave-dwelling Yoda. Except instead of saying cryptic stuff, she’s throwing you into a death trap. Same difference, right?

The White Whistle Test: Extreme Edition

Let’s be honest, the test Ozen puts them through is insane. The whole climbing-the-giant-stone-pillar thing? Nope.

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And then there's the Curse of the Abyss. She practically throws them into it! It's like a twisted obstacle course designed by a sadist.

But! But! Look at the results! Riko and Reg level up like crazy. They get stronger, smarter, and more prepared for the Abyss. Thanks, Ozen!

Nanachi: The Unsung Hero (and Ozen's Project)

Okay, Nanachi's backstory? Absolutely heartbreaking. No arguing there. Bondrewd is the real monster in that situation.

But Ozen does take Nanachi in. She gives them a safe haven. Is it perfect? Nope. But it's better than the alternative, which is… well, you know.

And let’s be real, Ozen seems to have been keeping an eye on things even before Riko and Reg showed up. She's playing a long game. Like, centuries long.

Unpopular Opinion: The Violence Adds to the Story

Look, I get it. The movie's dark. Super dark. It's not exactly a feel-good family flick.

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But the darkness highlights the preciousness of the characters. It shows us how important their bond is. It makes their triumphs all the more meaningful.

Without the extreme trials, would we care as much about Riko and Reg's journey? Would we understand the true horrors of the Abyss? I think not.

Maybe I'm Just Desensitized?

I'll admit, maybe I'm a little desensitized to fictional violence. I’ve watched a lot of anime. A lot.

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Maybe Ozen's antics just didn't shock me as much as they shocked everyone else. Or maybe I just appreciate a good villain who's not completely one-dimensional.

Either way, I stand by my opinion. Ozen, while terrifying, is a necessary evil. And maybe, just maybe, a little bit cool. Don’t @ me.