Next, they discussed memorable action scenes from the film. Okasaki shared enthusiastically: "The action when Yura and Gobta were being chased by pursuers was so detailed, and when I saw the finished footage, it turned out incredibly cool and I was completely absorbed." Domoto playfully pretended to be clueless, making the audience laugh: "Did I even have action scenes?" He then revealed: "The part where I become a water dragon and laugh 'Wahaha' (lol), I didn't know how it would turn out until it was finished, so I was looking forward to it. I was doing it while worrying whether it was Zodon's 'Wahaha' or the water dragon's 'Wahaha.'" Okasaki then quipped, "So it might have been a dragon with a beard," drawing more laughter from the venue.
Regarding Zodon, the minister of the Kingdom of Kaien played by Domoto, Maeno commented: "I think the reason we're drawn into the movie world is because Zodon, the villain role played by Domoto-san, is so compelling." When asked about the key points of his character portrayal, Domoto candidly shared, drawing laughs from the audience: "I made sure to say lines I don't normally say with pleasure. Like saying to a woman, 'You're my wife' (lol). If you think about it generally, it's creepy." Toyoguchi shared her perspective as a voice actor: "I couldn't imagine Domoto-san playing Zodon, so it was unexpected and exciting, and in a good way, I couldn't see his face. I think he was able to wholeheartedly play a villain role he doesn't usually do."
With April approaching, the guests were asked to give advice to those moving on to new environments or stages. Okasaki nostalgically reflected: "When I was 18, I came to Tokyo from Okayama, and the white walls of my room felt lonely, so I bought cute decorations and furnished my room, which made it more comfortable." Domoto offered positive advice mixed with humor: "When I was in elementary school, just forgetting my recorder at home felt like the end of the world (lol). I'd like to tell people that even when bad things happen, it's not the end of the world." He continued, drawing more laughter from the venue: "If this were the Meiji era, I'd be at the age where my lifespan would have come... so I'm thinking of enjoying my remaining years." Maeno confessed to being a passionate fan of Domoto, which sparked applause from the audience: "Back then, entertainment really gave me strength. Especially music—I drew strength from many of Domoto-san's songs, such as 'Boku no Senaka ni wa Hane ga Aru' and 'Jounetsu.' The power of entertainment is amazing. I hope this film will also enrich the hearts of everyone who is taking on new stages." Toyoguchi warmed the venue: "When I first lived alone, it was lonely, but I think there are things you can do because you're alone, like eating snacks in the middle of the night. And when you feel lonely, come to the theater and Rimuru will be there!"
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