Reader’s Question:
I have a question about “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime.” In the first chapter of the comic, when Rimuru is first addressed by Velgrynd, the thoughts in the square speech bubble don’t seem to be communicated. However, after being spoken to again, Rimuru’s response “Don’t be
ridiculous, you bald guy!” is conveyed in a cloud-like speech bubble, and it feels like the thoughts in the square bubble are still not transmitted to Velgrynd. What is the distinction being made here? Is it that strong concentration or the image of talking to the other person allows for telepathy? Also, is this telepathy possible because Velgrynd initiated the conversation, or can any monsters communicate freely with each other? If certain conditions for telepathy are met, can it occur between monsters and humans, or between humans? If monsters can communicate telepathically with anyone, does that mean that conversations between monsters typically do not use telepathy? Can telepathic communication occur with monsters like Segion or Abito (pre-evolution) or even slimes that lack vocal organs? Is telepathy possible even if the parties cannot see each other through walls or are at a distance? Can a third party recognize whether two individuals are communicating telepathically, and can they interfere with it? Is it possible to have telepathy involving multiple participants? Lastly, if telepathy or thought transmission exists, could there be even more possibilities? I find myself curious about what else could be done with these abilities.
Exploring Telepathy in “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime”
I recently found myself diving deep into the world of “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime,” and let me tell you, the nuances of communication in this universe are both fascinating and a bit perplexing. This whole telepathy thing between monsters and Rimuru’s interactions got me thinking—what’s really going on here? When Velgrynd first addresses Rimuru, there’s this moment where Rimuru’s thoughts are presented in a square speech bubble. It’s clear that he’s contemplating something, but it doesn’t seem to be communicated. Then, bam! He responds with a cheeky line, “Don’t be ridiculous, you bald guy!” in a cloud-like speech bubble, which is a stark contrast. It’s almost as if the first bubble was a private thought, while the second was an actual conversation. I wonder if that distinction is made because of the strong focus on dialogue versus mere contemplation. It’s like how we have inner monologues but might not share every thought with our friends. Now, the question arises: Is this telepathy initiated only when Velgrynd speaks, or can any monsters just freely chat with one another? According to what I’ve gathered, it seems that if both parties possess the telepathy skill, they can easily communicate. So, it’s not just a one-way street. Imagine a gathering of monsters, casually chatting and sharing thoughts without uttering a single sound—how cool is that? But then, there’s the intriguing idea of whether telepathy can extend beyond monsters. Could a human and a slime converse telepathically? Or maybe even between two humans? I can visualize a scene where two characters are having a deep, philosophical conversation without making a peep, while everyone else around them is oblivious. And let’s not forget about the limitations. Can telepathy work through walls or at a distance? I mean, when I was in college, I sometimes felt like I needed telepathy just to communicate with my friends across campus. But here, it sounds like magic can bridge that gap. If a monster and a human were to engage in telepathy, I can only imagine the challenges they’d face—like trying to understand each other’s languages while simultaneously figuring out how to transmit thoughts. I found it quite amusing when the discussion turned to whether telepathic conversations could be interrupted. I mean, have you ever been in a group chat where someone just barges in with completely unrelated comments? Now imagine that chaos in the world of telepathy! Wouldn’t that be a spectacle? Lastly, the idea of multiple participants in a telepathic conversation is fascinating. It’s like hosting a virtual meeting, but instead of video calls, everyone’s just sending thoughts back and forth. There’s something wonderfully intimate about that, and it makes me wonder about the depth of connection it could foster among the characters. As I pondered all these possibilities, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of wonder. If telepathy exists, what other abilities might be lying just beneath the surface? The imagination can run wild with such ideas, and I find myself wanting to explore these possibilities further. So, here’s my invitation to you—what do you think about telepathy in this universe? Have you had any memorable experiences where communication transcended the ordinary? Let’s chat about it in the comments!
