Dive into the chaotic world of Dorohedoro with me as we react to Season 1 Episode 1! This first episode hits hard with gore, creepy magic, lizard-headed anti-heroes, and that wild sorcerer-vs-human vibe.

We kick off with the haunting ending song “Who Am I ?” by (K)NoW_NAME — it gives such unsettling, brain-shaking energy that perfectly matches the show’s twisted tone. (The OP is trippier and catchier with those pure creepy vibes I love!)

In this episode:

  • Kaiman (the lizard guy) and Nikaido team up in a brutal, hilarious search for the sorcerer who cursed him.
  • Magic feels like poisonous dust/powder that infects, transforms, and puppets people — super unique and gross in the best way.
  • Sorcerers treat regular folks like lab rats or disposable experiments… total power-trip villains here (flipping the usual “mages = good guys” trope!).

First impressions? Super gory (not my usual watch, but sometimes you need that tummy-uncomfortable thrill), mysterious backstory hints, and I’m already hooked on the main duo. Will the gore stay this intense? Who’s really inside Kaiman’s mouth? Let’s find out together!

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Early unedited versions drop on Patreon, and early edited ones go to YouTube members. Links in the pinned comment! Thanks for watching — see you in the next episode! 🖤 #Dorohedoro #DorohedoroReaction #AnimeReaction #WhoAmI #Kaiman