Chou Denji Robo Combattler V Episode 18 Discussion

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May 26, 2024 3:53 AM

Paperypip

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Dec 2008

Saying this in the most complimentary way possible: This episode raises the stakes and expands Combattler V's setting in a way that makes it seem like the 1970s prototype of Pacific Rim.

In a far more effective mixture with real-world politics than what had been done previously, this episode makes the monster attacks international and establishes the idea of nationally-sponsored super robots. There are more monsters than usual, and lots of fun monster designs in this one.

The conflict being driven by a country being unwilling to send out their super robot due to fear of harming national pride is a great premise because it fits with both the childlike fantasy logic that drives a show like this and a more adult logic of political satire at the same time. Further: I complained about how an earlier episode had what felt like an unearned heroic sacrifice. There's a similar death here that feels, in sharp contrast, extremely justified and emotionally effective.

Overall, one of my favourite episodes so far.

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