AMAIM Warrior at the Borderline stumbles in its attempt to honor mecha anime traditions. Despite Sunrise Beyond's pedigree, this 2021 series fails to capture the essence of its predecessors. While offering decent action sequences and animation, the show suffers from bland protagonists, misplaced chibi AI characters, and derivative storytelling. Set in a divided future Japan, it stands as a cautionary tale of how not to approach the mecha genre.
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Buddy Complex is an entertaining mecha anime with fluid animation and engaging robot battles. While the story and characters are average, the show's proper execution, pacing, and development make it an enjoyable watch. The action scenes are the highlight, elevated by superb visuals and audio. Buddy Complex may not break new ground, but it's a solid anime for anyone seeking a fun mecha series.
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Brave Bang Bravern! blends mecha action with outrageous parody. When aliens attack, pilot Isami reluctantly teams up with the flamboyant robot Bravern. Their homoerotic banter and over-the-top battles parody classic super robot shows. This genre-bending anime delivers nostalgic mecha fights alongside campy comedy that won't suit all tastes.
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The Sci-fi aspect also does an excellent job of showing off its technological advancements, and this profound emphasis makes the whole series very intriguing and alluring.
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The city of Paradigm is a mystic city of amnesia and a place of belonging. It is densely populated by forgotten pasts and their labors’ ruins due to a certain calamity that struck 40 years ago.
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Overall, NGE is the masterpiece it is hyped up to be. Just be sure to watch the movie “End of Evangelion” after finishing this series for an extraordinary conclusion. It is definitely one of the best and most iconic anime series ever spawned. Each episode is immensely entertaining. NGE is a must-watch for all anime fans, even those not interested in the Mecha genre. We highly recommend it!