[s1e1] The Chosen | One!

Produced by , the animation is the standout feature of this episode.

: The resident scholar of Monkey King lore, providing necessary exposition with a comedic, self-serving edge. [S1E1] The Chosen One!

The episode explores the weight of . MK doesn't start as a warrior; he is a fan who is suddenly thrust into a role he doesn't feel prepared for. It also successfully recontextualizes the 16th-century novel Journey to the West for a younger, modern audience by incorporating tech, mechs, and urban cityscapes. Overall Impression Produced by , the animation is the standout