Prism Ark

So to start off, I pretty much loved this anime. I've always been a sucker for the romances, but still, even outside the range of the romance, I loved this anime. There are a few things about it that I didn't like, but still, I really enjoyed it. One thing was that I felt that the storyline itself had a lot more potential than the producers or whoever gave it. I never played the game though; I only watched the anime, but still, they could have maybe went pass the storyline of the game and built more on to it. To me, the ending was areally good ending compared to many other animes, but if you compared it to what it could have been, it wasn't all that great. The beginning was actually pretty good, in my opinion, seeing as how it started with a complex story, but that complex story kind of died out until the end since they focused a lot on the school lives and romances of the main characters. It left out a lot of the complex story. T_T The art was beautiful. I really liked the designs of the characters seeing as how they get their own personal armors and weapons, and these things are very well designed. The animation was very good, too. The backgrounds really brought out the mien and setting. I can't say too much about the quality, though, since the quality that I watched this anime in may be better or worse than yours, but still, pretty much, there was a lot of beautiful color and detail used in animation and design. I actually really liked the sounds for this anime. The opening and ending weren't bad, and these theme songs matched the anime well. The background music was very fitting for the moments it was in, and the voices for the characters fit their personalities really well seeing how Precia's (main girl) voice fit her mature yet snobby attitude. Prism Ark's characters could be amazing or awful depending on how you portray them. All in all, the character development in the story was very good, except for the fact that the romance was a bit slow moving. As for their personalities, each one stood out very well, and it made it clear who was what type of person. The only way you can portray the characters as awful is by opinion, such as hating Precia's personality for acting kind of selfish, spoiled, and stuck up, or disliking Hayaweh's (main male) for seeming so dense and overly kind. But still, those are just my opinions. It's amazing how the characters' personalities devolop and change through such a short anime. Enjoyment wise, I enjoyed it completely. ^_^ It got me hooked from the beginning since I like comedy, romance, and drama with a bit of fantasy and action. The romance was amazingly cute with the whole girl hates guy but falls in love later thing. And you can't help but love this whole school of fascinating characters in a fantasy setting. Overall, I can't find many words to express his anime but I loved it. I loved everything in this anime other than the develpment of the plot. If they could have made the anime longer or gave more information on the complex story behind it, it would become one of my all time favorites. Pretty much, I wish it had a sequel. Still, I would recommend this to anyone who doesn't mind an anime based off an ero-game. ^_~

Incomplete. That's the true score I give this anime. Plan and simple. I don't say this often, but this should have been a 24 to 26 episode anime. In terms of stylization, plot, characters and animation, all of it was top notch with the makings of something great, but the fact of the matter is that this anime got throw together in a hurry, didn't close up more than half of it's plot lines, leaving them wide open, and simply left the viewer stuck in drive. When I finished, I honestly thought there was a Season 2 somewhere. When I realized there wasn't and there wasn'tany news about a second season either (although it's still possible considering it only wrapped up 8 months ago) I became stunned, because that's how open the last episode is. The worst part about it is that the last episode had that "feeling" of being the last episode but the rational side of me said there was no possible way they could wrap it all up in 24 minutes. I was right, of course, but apparantly they still tried. What makes this sad is that this anime had amazing potential along the long-lasting lines of Shakugan no Shana or Zero no Tsukaima. It's a feel-good anime with tenderness, amazing art, and a story worthy of telling in more than two seasons and definitely more than 1. So why only 12 episodes? Who knows? is my answer. I shrug, too, because I'm not that invested in it. It was only 12 episodes, but I wish there were more, mainly because of the great romance between the two leads, which was done with great passion and taste. So, my final impression is "Oh well." I wish there was more, but I'll get over it. It's just too bad, is all.

In a land resembling Europe, the kingdom of Windland struggles with the disappearance of its royal family, who vanished in an ambush many years ago. Windland is currently losing a war with its neighboring country, the Sablum Empire. The Knight's Academy is where the young men and women of Windland are trained, and they offer a glimmer of hope to the beleaguered nation. There are rumors that a skilled warrior named Priecia, who may be the long lost princess of Windland, could turn the tide of the war. Priecia's exceptional swordsmanship seems to guarantee victory for her kingdom. Despite the rumors, Priecia stoically prepares to attend theacademy and prove herself. Her first encounter with Hyaweh, a laid back boy who seems indifferent to everything, complicates things. Priecia and Hyaweh have opposing personalities, which creates friction when they first meet. However, they both prove to be extremely talented in swordsmanship. As the war reaches a critical point, they discover that by working together, they can become a formidable team. Prism Ark, which is based on the eroge Prism Ark: Prism Heart 2, explores the world of Windland. Despite initial concerns about its origins, the first few episodes are engaging, with excellent action, well developed characters, and a promising storyline. However, the show takes an unexpected turn by revealing its endpoint early on, which can sometimes remove the element of surprise. Nonetheless, it maintains interest by keeping us engaged in the journey towards the inevitable conclusion. The romantic relationship between Hyaweh and Priecia becomes a highlight. Even though their interactions can be slightly cheesy and predictable, it is a refreshing change from the typical high school anime cliches, as there is no prolonged phase of denial. Unfortunately, as the show progresses, it loses its coherence and begins to incorporate nonsensical elements. The initial engagement dwindles, and it veers away from its promising start, making it difficult to stay invested in the story and characters. It attempts to include various genres, such as comedy, romance, magic, fantasy, sci-fi, historical fiction, and suspense. However, the haphazard inclusion of these genres results in a chaotic narrative lacking cohesion. The tone is inconsistent, and the scenes shift abruptly, creating a confusing and messy experience for the viewers. The inconsistent handling of serious themes further contributes to its downfall. The juxtaposition of a school culture festival with comical scenes and heavy topics like genetic modifications and orphan massacres creates a jarring viewing experience. While Prism Ark begins with the promise of an enjoyable journey, it deviates from its potential and becomes a convoluted mess. While the lead characters are decent, they fail to compensate for the lack of coherence, confusing plot twists, and inability to maintain a consistent tone.

The anime was so awesome. I love how they confuse people at the start. I would really recommend this one for those who like the anime Zero no Tsukaima or something similar. This anime is just a Masterpiece. It's actually quite a real shame there's no season 2 since the anime is just so awesome. I wish someone will continue this work. The story is line is quite confusing at first as I mention, but fear not because the anime is actually explain it throughout the series. I also like the Romance Comedy of this anime. Hyaweh and Priecia is just perfect, but the progressof their relationship was quite rushed. I haven't read the Manga yet, nor i don't know if there is one, but if there is, i will not waste time and will read it right now.

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