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Aug 29, 2017
So I just finished Cheer Danshi!! and I enjoyed alot, although I might be viewing it too optimistically haha. It seems to view itself as a sports anime, but I find it more comparable to a performance/idol anime, such as LoveLive, because most of it seems to revolve around training and bonding instead of competition. So Cheer Danshi!! lacks the intensity of a sports anime, and instead focuses on the buildup before a final performance seen in many group idol anime.
The story starts out pretty original and ends pretty well. The story premise is original and quickly grabs the attention of the viewer, however,
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the main problem is that the middle episodes are lackluster, as it feels that many opportunities to have something interesting happen are missed. The buildup is generic, and has been seen before in other anime, as they train, gain new members, struggle with conflict within the team, and resolve the conflict ending in stronger bonds. Although with an average buildup, the anime finished off with a great ending that gave a clear understanding of what this team meant for the characters.
The art is decent but standard, it doesnt portray a unique style but its comfortable on the eyes. The character designs uniquely define each character and are probably the best part of the visuals. The animation itself is cheap besides the performances where it gets a boost in quality. Overall it has good art but not amazing.
The sound really helped make the anime feel energized. Nice background sound throughout the anime to support the other aspects of production and great Opening to really pump up the viewer.
There were many characters portrayed in the anime with many unique and colorful personalities. However there are many missed opportunities in this aspect as character development moments are missed especially for many of the beginning characters. As the anime added in a whole new set of characters during the middle of the story, many opportunities to showoff the first group of characters are lost. With the show juggling the team of characters, we only get a taste of who all these guys are, until the very end, where the characters reflect on their experiences and we as the viewers truly get a solid understanding in who they are. Overall though, they are a group of fun good-hearted guys who are inspired to Cheer. In my optimistic/abstract view, I saw the whole team as one character, a few conflicting personalities here and there, but essentially everyone was driven with a passionate heart.
I'm a sucker for camaraderie type anime, so I enjoyed it more than others it seems. I think it did a good job in making all the characters likable in a way, and having a few subplots for some of the characters to struggle with. I think I really the ending the best though, because we really straight into the characters through their thoughts.
Overall, it was pretty good, I fully enjoyed binge-watching it, but definitely could have improvements throughout the story and character development. I'd recommend it to those who enjoy the camaraderie shown in sports and idol animes, but if your looking for intense competition or jaw dropping drama, this isnt the anime for you.
Reviewer’s Rating: 8
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Aug 21, 2017
I feel like people underrate this show just because they watch the first episode and drop it immediately by just focusing too much on its budget quality art. Honestly, the quality of the visuals feel like they were made on budget, but if you can look past it, you will see that its a very chill, easygoing, and satisfying anime.
The story is about Inaba Yuushi, who is starting high school and needs an apartment to stay in. He wounds up living in an apartment filled with supernatural creatures, and learns to get along with them. There doesnt seem like there is much to the
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story at first, but it starts to develop as the anime progresses, exploring the characters and really making the protagonist grow as a person.
Art is pretty average, its not like its terrible, but there is nothing outstanding about it. Its just sort of weak in comparison to alot of modern anime today (which is why i say its a budget quality anime), but hey, at least it isnt generic like animes that kinda slap in a moe style to their anime...
There isnt anything that is really noticeable in the sound, which is good in my book, because it means that there are no weird interrupting sounds that ruin the experience. What is great though is the Opening, which literally gives you a good sense of what type of style the anime presents itself. Its just real chill and wholesome music, that puts you in a relaxing mood.
The most notable thing about this show are the characters. They are all really welcoming characters, with a pure kindness at heart. The inhabitants of the apartment treat the main character like he is family, and that simple bond really brings the anime together. Also the main character is an important component to all of this, not like main characters in other animes that feel almost forgotten. Yuushi is our connection into the world, as his reactions to his experiences are ideally what the viewer would imagine if they were put into the situations. Yuushi has realistic concerns, but also an understanding personality to bring open-minded humane thinking into the show.
I am currently on episode 8, and I feel as the anime is continuing in a positive direction. At first I wasnt sure if I liked the anime or not, but soon it definitely grew on me, and I am fully enjoying each episode, waiting on it each week. It really makes me want to read the manga, just so I can have my fill of it.
Overall, I may be giving this anime too much credit, but I simply cant help but be a little biased in my review. I definitely think it deserves a higher rating than a lot of other animes on MAL, because 6.7 is too low for the content this anime provides. If I were to give an unbiased score, 7.5/10, but personally I think this anime deserves at least an 8/10.
Reviewer’s Rating: 8
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Aug 8, 2016
This is not an anime to be taken seriously, so dont expect something like cardcaptor sakura or madoka magica, because there is no real plot. This anime is more comparable to a parody of magical girl anime. Its absolutely silly, and i enjoyed it.
Storywise, theres no real story, just girls becoming magical and fighting monsters. If anything, the story mostly revolves around how the character relationships grow, but just barely haha.
Art and sound is generic, but it isnt bad, its just unnoticeable. Aside from CG dance parts for the idol scenes, but they are acceptable. I've seen worse lol.
Characters were the better part
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of the anime. Although generic, the cast had good chemistry with each other. The character that generated the most interest seemed to be Tsukasa because of her complex and love problems.
I enjoyed this anime way more than I expected. I had many laughs at just how silly it was. Like everything was crap, but it had comedic value, especially with some of the sudden sexual innuendos. I totally didnt expect it from an anime that i thought was for kids, but the sex jokes made my facepalm and smile lol. By the end, I'm pretty sure the anime was self-aware of what it was doing, so I must applaud it. I repeat, dont come to this anime with expectations, just have fun with it. Overall, it was 7/10, good, I was way more comfortable watching it than I thought I would be, but you might have to be in the mood to watch something underwhelming to really enjoy it.
Reviewer’s Rating: 7
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