So the season has ended and it has left me wanting for more...

I do agree that it is likely the best anime we've had for a few years. It certainly is the best fantasy anime we've had in the decade imo. Though we are blessed to have it and delicious in dungeon in the same season.

I would not call Serie evil like Saruman became- though if given the opportunity she would learn his magics. She's largely indifferent or pretends to be to the outside world.

Imo she's fairy similar to Frieren before she became attached to her adventuring parties. Or maybe she's choosing not to acknowledge that...