A season is not complete if a few teenagers are not sent to a medieval fantasy world filled with magic, waifus, and goblins. New isekai anime are inescapable, and the theme has enjoyed a strong year. Divisive as these shows can be, they are undeniably popular, and their appeal is easy to understand. They can be the ultimate escapist fantasies, usually revolving around OP protagonists who are whisked away from grueling existences so they can become heroes.