Yuugen Kaisha

This is a short 4-part OVA about company which is dealing with strange and paranormal phenomenon. The main character with star-wars-alike- lip-stick-lazer-sword is Ayaka. She is beautiful and sometimes even funny, but it's enough about her. You will know her very good while watching. There are many more characters, but she is the biggest star. In first two episodes music looked nice, but later a got bored of same backround music. Also you can hear backround music whole time, so this is a bit frustrating too. Actually I don'thave any complains about the animation. I liked the animation, because it's very simple and a bit oldskool. The main reason I didn't liked this anime alot is enjoyment. Sometimes I smiled, but most of the times I was sitting with the same dull face. The jokes were not funny for me. Overall, this anime is worth watching if you don't have anything better to do or watch. That's it ! Peace out !

Phantom Quest Corp is more or less average with little to offer, but is executed well enough to still be enjoyable. It's visuals are good, being well animated and colorful. It's looks are on par with most of the OVA's of the 90's that had decent budgets. Although it's looks are good, the character design is a bit bland. None of the designs particularly bad, but there's nothing to write home about either. Story wise it's sufficient. Being only four episodes it doesn't have much time to tell much of a story arc, and it's very episodic. Each episode tellsa simple story, that is enjoyable, but doesn't leave much impact. The series is a bit dependent on cliches. This doesn't detract a lot of the series, but don't expect anything new that will blow your mind. The characters themselves are pretty stock and aren't developed much. This is forgivable considering that it only had four episodes to introduce them. Each character does have enough personality to make them interesting, but nothing good enough to stand out much. The best part of the series would be Rika Matsumoto's performance as the main character. She brings a lot of energy to the role, and makes it quite interesting. It's a shame that Pokemon is eating up all of her time, because it would be really nice to see her more often. Overall Phantom Quest Corp doesn't have much to offer, but isn't something to avoid. It's not spectacular enough to seek out, but if you get the chance to give it a watch it's worth the time.

Rate a 6 English Dubbed Genres in order of percentage of appearance: Light Comedy.Action and Romance Story -The introduction song is a bit off putting. Starts out slow, then comes upbeat and finished slow. In a way it describes the timeline of the show but doesn't really work. When you listen to it you will find it ends just fine on the last upbeat note. Even has a nice final picture at that point to go with it. While the reaming slow portion of the introduction song and art is entertaining and nicely done just isn't needed. - Introduction to the show makes sense. It is the same general typeyou would see on most action tv shows. Such as Csi or Law and order. Where the camera focuses on the event in the surrounding area that will end up building into a long nights work so to phrase. While it may be nice to start with screen showing the main character or characters it is not generally about them but the people they help. Which makes sense when you think about it. Otherwise the movie would come off rather selfish. -While each episode has it's own story some elements still remain the same. Such as characters postions with each other and personal matters the characters have. Such as debt. -Conclusion going back to what i mentioned before ends off slow. While the artist/writer(s) could have a comical ending you can tell from the art alone they want to you not to laugh but get into touch with all your emotions including laughter. Art no issues on anything upsetting appearance or transitions. Sound- no complaints Character- while it appears that some of the characters need a better build on information the story works well without it. Understand, the idea of characters is to lead you along with the story. In a sense they are your tour guide for the adventure. While one can go and on and on on what one character's personal matters are such as college degree or upbringings; Unless it builds on the orignal plot why should i care? Not to be rude but it boring otherwise. Enjoyment: If you want to take a moment of your time and watch an semi old moderate in length short television anime then watch this. While the humor is light it doesn't have off putting bits: gore, heavy plot, light plot, high insight, low insight, bad art.... you get the idea.

This is a wild, funny OVA that manages to pack one hell of a punch in just 4 episodes. Richly animated, cleverly written, and wreathed with a world of magic and monsters in the heart of Tokyo, I'd say that Phantom Quest Corp is one of the quintessential 90s anime, even if it feels more like a high-production 80s anime. Then, to add to all of this, it is surrounded by weird random facts and quirks, like how the woman who sings the intro theme and voices the main character, Rica Matsumoto, would soon go on to be the VAfor Ash Ketchum, or how according to the special extra episode 'File 00', they got the actual real-life 49th Priest of Enkozen Temple, Mudo Oda, to do some kind of voice work on the OVA as well. Beginning with the story, it's a simple yet effective formula that is highly episodic in its execution. Each episode is its own self-contained story regarding the supernatural, which works really well with the pacing and tone of the show. I enjoy how various tropes are covered from both the Western and Eastern traditions, coupled with unique and imaginative spins on how these encounters with the beyond would look like in the bustling metropolitan life of mid-90s Japan. All in all, the relatively simple story formula is perfect for this title, and embodies its most essential characteristic- fun. The whole anime just feels so fun, like a night out on the town, even with the crazy stakes and the bizarre esoteric encounters. However, in the case of this anime, the story is really just a backdrop to its strongest aspect- the art. The art for this anime is positively magnificent, representing the zenith of 90s anime in its latest and most developed incarnation. It is aligned with itself and its themes in every way, from the vibrant, saturated color palate, to the painstakingly detailed backgrounds, and the brilliant character designs, the art provides Phantom Quest Corp its own unique identity. Even the animation quality, with the seamless composition of fight scenes, and even the way characters interact with the everyday world, never fails to impress. It captures the warm, living essence of the style which defined that era of anime, and even on this merit alone I'm shocked that more people haven't heard of it. It is an aesthetic powerhouse, eye candy from start to finish. Even the architectural design applied to various interiors, like their headquarters, the tea house, and the hospital, all bear a level of detail and aesthetic harmony that most people would simply overlook, and probably do. Yet, this anime has gone the extra mile, and fulfilled its vision down to the last detail. The sound is also good, with strong, characteristic voice work and an OST which oscillates between smooth 90s jazz and frenetic citypop. The characters are similarly strong, with a fun dynamic and chemistry within the cast that further lends the show this general sense of high-spirited wellbeing. Of the cast, my favorite characters have to be Ayaka Kisaragi and Kozu Karina. Ayaka is this unique blend of Buffy and Scully, with this streak of sardonic humor and persistent bad habits, paired with a passion for justice and a badass lipstick lightsaber. Meanwhile, Kozu plays the role of disheveled yet tireless cop perfectly, and contrasts well to the fiery temperament of the protagonist, especially in matters of comedy. Overall, Phantom Quest Corp is a real hidden gem, and one which anybody would enjoy, especially if you're particularly into 90s anime or 90s paranormal media, because this is where that particular venn diagram overlaps.

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