Ep 6. Shizu

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime is a Japanese anime series directed by Yasuhito Kikuchi. The series revolves around a man named Satoru Mikami, who dies and gets reincarnated as a slime in a mystical, fantasy world. In this new world, Satoru learns that he has been bestowed with incredible powers and abilities as a slime, and he sets out to explore his new surroundings and make new friends along the way.

Episode 6 of season 1 is titled "Shizu", and it follows the story of an intriguing character named Shizu, who was once a human like Satoru and became a powerful demon after being summoned to this world.

The episode starts with Satoru and his newfound allies, the goblins of the Jura Forest, preparing to negotiate with the lizardmen who reside in the nearby marshlands. While on their way, they come across a fiery scene of destruction caused by an unfamiliar demon lurking in the marshlands. Satoru and his companions confront the demon, but they are quickly overpowered by its destructive powers. That's when they are all saved by the unexpected arrival of the enigmatic Shizu.

Shizu looks like a young woman, but she is actually an ancient warrior who has been cursed with a demonic power that she cannot control. Her power is so strong that whenever she uses it, she is compelled to obey the orders of whoever summoned her, no matter how evil or cruel they may be.

Satoru and Shizu quickly build a bond, as they both recognize in each other the sense of isolation and confusion that comes from being thrust into this world without any knowledge of how things work. Shizu recounts her own past to Satoru, revealing that she was summoned to this world as a champion of justice, but was forced to obey a cruel master who commanded her to do terrible things.

As Satoru and Shizu bond, they learn more about each other's pasts and experiences. Shizu becomes more comfortable around Satoru, even revealing her true form as a horned demon. Eventually, Satoru discovers a way to break the curse that has been plaguing Shizu, leading to an epic showdown that becomes one of the highlights of the season.

Overall, episode 6 of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime provides a compelling backstory for one of the show's most interesting characters. Shizu's struggles with being a demonic warrior forced to serve an evil master are a poignant reminder of the unfairness and cruelty that can exist in even the most fantastical of worlds. The episode is full of action, emotion, and character development, making it a must-watch for fans of the show.