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I have some reservations about ATRI: My Dear Moments, and here’s why.

At first glance, the show introduces a fascinating "near-future" world that feels like a refreshing take on sci-fi, but instead of really diving into this setting, the anime seems to merely skim its surface. The plot is heavily centered around the relationship between Atri, a robot who resembles a young girl, and the adult protagonist, Natsuki, which is a bit... unsettling. I get that it's common in anime to portray characters with unusual dynamics, but Atri’s childlike appearance, behavior, and personality make the relationship feel awkward.

Additionally, fans of the original visual novel may feel ... shortchanged here. The anime cuts out crucial plot points that were pivotal in the VN, losing a lot of what made the story and its characters feel deep and compelling. Not only did it miss out on some impactful scenes, but it also downplayed the emotional weight by turning secondary characters into mere background figures. What was once a dramatic, heartfelt story in the VN gets overshadowed by attempts at comedy in the anime.

While the anime’s ending somewhat mirrors the VN’s, it lacks the same emotional resonance. If you're hoping for a complete experience, I highly recommend reading the VN to get the true depth that this anime adaptation struggles to capture.


Overall Rating 7/10

In short, a tragic ending gives you a mixed feeling between your love for anime and your hate at the same time
The background of the hero is still somewhat ambiguous
And many things are not clear, such as how fairies are made
We don't know the seventeen monsters yet
I really hope for a second season with some less sad events


In short, a tragic ending gives you a mixed feeling between your love for anime and your hate at the same time
The background of the hero is still somewhat ambiguous
And many things are not clear, such as how fairies are made
... We don't know the seventeen monsters yet
I really hope for a second season with some less sad events