Dec 12, 2021
Being on the second-to-last episode of the series I decided to write a review (first time in years lol) because I'm sad how mediocre the average score is for this anime.
I think the story is interesting, especially if you're into the recent uptake in demon-related action stories that are very popular right now (I totally am)! Although this is not about demons per-say, it belongs to a similar genre that's more dependent on psychological manipulation and the human soul/body and stuff. I think all of the characters are interesting and I think the tension between the two mains is interesting, actually I wish this was
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a longer series so we could see the character development unfold more with the whole cast! They have thought-out and unique backgrounds and personalities and every one of them helps drive the story forward. They all seem to have their purpose for the plot, and I find that a sign of a good show. The plot itself is creepy and cool, a little misleading at times but in the "damn a cliffhanger" kind of way.
I find the innuendo really amusing, but don't be misled into thinking that is somehow the entire shtick of the show because it isn't at all! It's just a fun and silly addition, and I'm thankful how this anime isn't making LGBTQ+ innuendo into some harmful outdated joke. It's genuinely silly and between two characters who *maybe* are into each other.
I don't have much an opinion on art and sound. Although I watch a decent amount of anime I don't have any professional takes there. The OP is catchy, the art style is good and dynamic and that's really all I ask for. One character is plain looking but that's part of his twisted inner dialogue, and it plays well with the traditionally cuter character who is a little plain in his personality. No qualms there.
All in all I agree with people calling this show under rated! If I were you I'd give it a go and watch a few episodes in a row before judging it or trusting the average score here (currently a low 6). Depending on how the final episode wraps up I'd say it could go for a second season!
I have not read the original story, so on that end I can't say if it's rushed or not. In my opinion, the plot being a little rushed in the beginning of any anime depends on the genre and what year it comes out. I don't think a 12 ep anime has the leisure to give us full backgrounds on deep stories and worlds the same way a 24 ep one does/the original manga does. I do not rate anime I have not nearly or completely finished, and I tend to rate anime higher than the average (I rarely rate anything "bad" or under because if I think it is bad I just stop watching it).
Reviewer’s Rating: 8
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