Ep 1. (Party) Banquet of the Gods

The episode "Party" Banquet of the Gods" is the first episode of the second season of the anime series "Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?" The episode picks up from where the first season left off, with Bell Cranel, a rookie adventurer, and his goddess companion, Hestia, trying to make a name for themselves in the Dungeon.

The episode begins with Hestia having to deal with the aftermath of Bell's heroic act of saving a number of people during the last season's big event. The news of Bell's feat has spread all over the city, and people are starting to recognize the blonde haired adventurer. As a result, Hestia is finding it hard to keep up with the attention Bell is getting and feels threatened by the other goddesses who are starting to take an interest in him.

The episode's title "Party" Banquet of the Gods" comes in when Hestia and Bell receive an invitation from the gods to attend a banquet organized in their honor. The banquet is to celebrate Bell's heroic act, and all the gods and goddesses are expected to attend. The banquet is also an opportunity for the gods to show off their power and prowess to one another.

At the banquet, the duo meets with other adventurers, including the powerful and popular Aiz Wallenstein. Bell finds himself more drawn to Aiz, whose strength and beauty have captivated him. The other gods also take turns trying to entice Bell to their side, each promising to offer him something unique.

As the night progresses, the real reason for the banquet is revealed. It is a cover-up to hide the real agenda of the gods, who have much bigger plans for the adventurers who reside in the Dungeon. These plans have a significant impact on Bell and Hestia, and they must confront the gods to save themselves and their future in the Dungeon.

The episode balances humor and action well, making it both an entertaining and engaging watch. It has a good pace that keeps the audience glued to their screen, with some excellent world-building that adds to the depth of the story. The episode also introduces new characters, some of whom are already established in the show's original source material, the Japanese light novel.

Overall, the episode "Party" Banquet of the Gods" sets a strong pace for the second season of the anime series "Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?" The episode covers a range of themes, including loyalty, power, and desire, while also introducing new characters and advancing the series' overall narrative. It's a well-executed episode that sets the stage for what's to come in this new season, leaving fans eagerly waiting for the next episode.