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Gate: Jieitai Kanochi nite, Kaku Tatakaeri
Do you love Fantasy? Action? Captivating music? Well-crafted and diverse characters?
I'll try to keep the review as spoiler-free as possible but if I do post one, it was an accident and I apologise in advance.
If you said "Yes" to any of these questions, this gem of an anime is one that you should DEFINITELY catch. (If you said yes to all, you won't fail to orgasm every episode).
The potential in the concept itself already warrants an 8.
However, potential alone is nothing.Delicate execution and engaging plot propels this to a solid 9, further supported by the intensity of the developments that leave you begging for more.
Despite the Fantasy theme, GATE attempts inject Reality back into the plot as well. The focus of the show is occasionally shifted back from the"Special Region" to Japan, and sequences that occur back in Japan can affect the main plot happening beyond the Gate, adding to the realism of this series.
While there are arguably certain flaws in the plot, they shouldn't stop you from enjoying the show at all.
Art [7/10]
While the art isn't exactly magnificent, it's far from bad.
Just don't expect it to be at Kotonoha no Niwa standard.
Despite the animation (which is fine, really), the characters are really well illustrated (up close) and the vehicles of the JSDF (Eg helicopter, trucks) were well drawn and very detailed.
The only fault in the art is that the backgrounds were not taken care of properly. Eg if a character was in the background of a certain scene, details could be missing from her in general
Sound [10/10]
Both the OP and ED were beautiful.
OSTs are as realistic as they could get: the gunshots, clashing of swords, the helicopters; an experience that shouldn't be missed.
The Seiyuus were amazing too! (Especially rory's one)
Opening Theme
"GATE: Sore wa Akatsuki no you ni (GATE～それは暁のように～)" by Kishida Kyoudan & The Akeboshi Rockets (eps 1-11)
Ending Theme
#1: "Prism Communicate (ぷりずむコミュニケート)" by Rory (Risa Taneda), Tuka (Hisako Kanemoto), Lelei (Nao Touyama) (eps 1-11)
#2: "GATE: Sore wa Akatsuki no you ni (GATE～それは暁のように～)" by Kishida Kyoudan & The Akeboshi Rockets (ep 12)
Characters [9/10]
Often said to be the most attractive aspect of this show: The Characters
The anime's main character Itami Youji,is an Otaku and First Lieutenant that most of us can associate with. He's funny and surprisingly caring, a character whom you will absolutely love. Having an MC that viewers can understand, relate to and empathise with is evidence of a great Anime.
Lelei is a smart 15 year old Sorcerer's apprentice that has taken a particular interest in the Japanese language, often acting as a translator for the Japanese soldiers. Her curiosity and cuteness just makes her a lovable character in the series.
Tuka Luna is a teenage elf (isn't as young as she looks) that lost her family and ends up in the care of the JSDF.
Last and definitely not least, Rory Mercury is a (horny) gothic loli demigod that carries around a giant halberd. Her alluring voice and tantalizing demeanor makes you wish that the one she was teasing was you. Yet, she can be unusually deep at times. (If you know what I mean ;)
Of course, there are many other notable characters that all have their own good points, but for the purpose of the review I won't be mentioning all.(One word: DEMIGOD.)
What constitutes aesthetics? What is true aesthetics? Philosophers can debate for years on the true manifestation of aestheticism. Is it Art? Is it Music? Little do they know that the answer lies in an Anime TV series. A series called GATE. The true embodiment of aesthetics .is in its characterisations.
Overall [9/10]
Yes i had to endure the hardship of waiting for Season 2 which finally is here.Currently on Episode 2
There are so many reasons why I just love this series; the Fate references during the Special Forces mission, the Ride of the Valkyries Helicopter scene;In the Preview Video
TL;DR? Gate presents an unprecedented concept to the fantasy genre. If you enjoy shows like NoGameNoLife, SwordArtOnline, Overlord, or fantasy in general, then this is a show that you will certainly adore. Thank me later :)
Kingdom Anime Review
This is a somewhat content based review.You
should have at least some knowledge before reading my review. *there are some
slight spoilers in it*
STORY: 8
The story at first seemed to start off rather
weak, but became very interesting later. It's about two slaves who are as close
as brothers; they are always fighting and training against themselves to become
stronger. They have a dream to escape slavery and become great generals. their
ambition is what fuels them to advance and work hard. At first I didn't
understand why they were so eager to become warriors from them just seeing a
battle, but it later became clear as we find out that that is how they intend to
escape their current social stature as slaves. They are orphans who were taken
in as slaves, they have a dream and they train tirelessly to achieve it. Later
Hyou dies and that's where things get serious. When he died, I have to admit it
gave me goosebumps and really made me empathize with Shin and the pain that he
felt. An anime that can make me feel something emotionally is certainly a well
done anime. That what I have to say about that.
ART: 6
I give the art a six because it really throws me
off. The animation is far different from traditional animes. I don't know if
it's something new, or if they purposely wanted to make it this way, but is
almost feels like a poorly developed 3D game if you know what I'm getting at. I
personally think that the animation could have been better.
SOUND: 8
I give the sound a 8 because the voices are
certainly awesome. They main character's voice is actually Ichigo's from
bleach. Hyou is also some famous voice, but I don't quite recall what it is.
And the guy that narrates for background information is the same guy who does
it for one piece. I personally really liked the voices and I think that they
fit quite well. The only thing that threw me off a little is Shin's and Hyou's
voices. the voices seemed a bit too mature for their age, they're like kids or
mid-teens yet they have grown up voices; It throws you off a little.That's the
only thing I don't like about it. But other than that, I'd say well done on the
sound.
CHARACTERS: 9
I don't know why but apparently, Hyou, the more
outgoing of the two is favored more by others more than Shin is. The family who
he is enslaved to treats him better and even the old royal guy who offered him
to come with him to be an officer seemed to want him more. I suppose it makes
sense though because Shin is more rough around the edges than Hyou (more rude
and upfront). But I personally like Shin more, I feel like he has a stronger
personality than Hyou. Their relationship is as strong as brothers and they are
easy to like. I also feel like the kid's strength is greatly exaggerated for
their sizes. They carried a basket that was like 4 times their size. And shin
plowed through a huge group of strong bandits.I get that they are strong, but
it makes no sense how they can do all that with their size and proportion...
The Characters I don't like is that old royal
asshole who only offered a position for Hyou and wouldn't take Shin when its
clear they would both make excellent soldiers. I also hate the family that the
two of them are enslaved to. They are spoiled little pricks who deserve to die,
or at least in my opinion. And lastly, the King's little brother really pisses
me off. He's jealous of his brother who is the king and starts a revolt because
of it. He is the most spoiled little bitch I have ever seen. My anger towards
him only show how good of a job this anime did in making a decent supporting
side character. I also think it's stupid that anyone would follow a little
midget who has no power and thinks he's something special. It never does make
any sense to me why people would follow such a pathetic excuse of a human
being.
Overall though, I like the characters introduced
thus far, and It certainly makes me think more of this anime for it.
ENJOYMENT: 9
My enjoyment to this point is fairly high and I'm
interested in what's going on. I feel like this is going to be a successful
anime based on what I saw so far to this point.
OVERALL: 8
I give this an 8 total because of the average of
all the scores, and I feel that it describes my thoughts on it quite well. I
would definitely recommend this anime. At the very least it is worth seeing
yourself. season two will be in mid year.
