Hello everybody!
I've been into anime and manga (with a couple of detours) for around the last 25 years, 14 of which I've been a regular member here on MAL. Some of my interests (besides Otaku-related stuff and Japan) include trying and learning about new things, automobiles, computers, technology in general, games, and most recently getting healthier (though I have a ton more to learn about that last one especially.
Wherever you are out there in the world I hope you're having a good day and getting to enjoy some of the small moments in life. Feel free to leave a comment if you dropped by and let me know what anime or manga you've enjoyed most recently.
Take care!
Statistics
All Anime Stats Anime Stats
Days: 69.3
Mean Score:
7.22
- Watching4
- Completed276
- On-Hold36
- Dropped21
- Plan to Watch306
- Total Entries643
- Rewatched3
- Episodes4,092
All Manga Stats Manga Stats
Days: 11.4
Mean Score:
7.47
- Total Entries218
- Reread0
- Chapters1,712
- Volumes154
All Comments (204) Comments
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I was happy to have found something that felt similar to Aria in a way, yet contributed positively in each category (story, art, character, sound, enjoyment) in its own unique way. It’s worth noting that it aired in 2000, which explains why it also made me feel nostalgia for Inuyasha which aired the same year. Despite having no prior knowledge about the world presented to me in the movie, I was able to follow the story with ease. I have high hopes for the rest of the installments I’ve yet to watch. The racing aspect of the show came as a pleasant surprise. It’s hard for me to pick a favorite character. Even harder for me to find a reason to dislike the film even if it was considerably flawed in the eyes of a veteran fan of the series. I cherish anime that inspire gratitude and appreciation for life and all of the beauty it has to offer, while also managing to leave you feeling hopeful and calm. The Aa! Megami-sama! movie accomplished this, and for that I consider it to be a timeless gem.
If I had to pick on one aspect of it however, I would have loved a redemption arc for Celestine as he was probably the most intriguing character to me in the film, and his change of heart was briefly touched on. It saddened me to discover he has no appearance outside of the film in anime nor in the manga. The bonding between Celestine and Belldandy as she grew from trusting child to vulnerable adult was a key factor into why the events that took place afterward made me feel more emotionally engaged in the plot as well as a strong desire for the best outcome possible for everyone. Although Celestine came to his senses by the end, I was hoping for more thorough coverage of his backstory outside of the film.
As you’re a long-time fan of Urd, I must add that I see why you like her so much. Another silver-haired baddass like your Clannad waifu Tomoyo. Smart, cool-headed and protective in perfect measure.
PlayStation back in the day!