Rial's performance as the adorable assistant is frequently highlighted as a standout.
The dub script is described as acceptable and standard for the fantasy genre, though it does not significantly deviate from the source material. Series Pros & Cons The Sacred Blacksmith (Dub)
The dub was produced by Funimation (now Crunchyroll ) and features several high-profile voice actors: Rial's performance as the adorable assistant is frequently
“I found it very forgettable. Dub itself was fine just the show felt like pretty generic fantasy.” Reddit · r/Animedubs · 6 years ago The Sacred Blacksmith (Dub)
Frequent "unnecessary nudity" and fan service led to a TV-MA rating, which some felt limited its potential. The protagonist, Cecily, is sometimes viewed as a generic lead lacking deep ambition.
The overall reception of the show (regardless of format) is polarized: