Ranked #269

Ga-Rei -Zero-

This review is technically spoiler free, but if the names, Yomi or Kagura, are unfamiliar to you, I would suggest watching the first two episodes before reading any of the reviews.

Admittedly, when I first read the show's description (which purposely reads generic), I didn't think the show was going to be that good. So when I gave it a shot, the first episode certainly drew my attention, but I expected once the shocking cliffhangers wore off it’d be a pretty generic, demon-hunting, hero-coming-of-age shounen.

Man, I was dead wrong. GRZ turned out to be biggest surprise of the fall season, and one of the best damn shows I’ve seen, hands down.

Story/Characters: GRZ has a simple story at its heart. The whole demon hunting setting is really just a conveniently action/guro-friendly wrapper for the real story: The making and the breakdown of a strong friendship. What makes the show so powerful is the great job the writers did in exploring and developing the relationship between Kagura and Yomi – that’s when the show really starts to become something special.

Unfortunately, the short 12 episode season doesn’t allow them to provide much background on the other characters and also leaves some loose plot ends hanging (which is probably to be expected, since it’s a prequel to the Ga-rei manga).

But all that’s forgivable, because everything is really all just a foil to Kagura and Yomi in the end. The dynamic between the two drives the whole show. The comedy, the action, the drama and ultimately, the tragedy – everything – hinges on how much you come to like their characters and relationship.

Art: The battle scenes were well-animated and ranged from stylistic to quick and brutal, which despite the fantastic setting, made the show feel more realistic. The character designs were streamlined and attractive, with particular attention paid to Kagura and Yomi's cuteness/hotness. The monster designs were pretty generic, but they make up for it by making the mythical creatures, Ranguren and Byakuei, look appropriately fierce and majestic.

Sound: The producers of GRZ took some bold sound design chances - such as forgoing the OP/ED in the initial episode - that helped to amp up the show's atmosphere. The music also stood out throughout the series, especially during the battle scenes: ranging from a rock/techno mix during the exciting, stylistic battles, to the haunting and emotional, vocal-driven arrangement during the final battle. It always seemed to hit the right chord. Voice work was very good with special kudos due to Kaoru Mizuhara (Misao in Lucky Star) and Minori Chihara (Yuki Nagato in TMoHS), as Yomi and Kagura, doing excellent jobs in roles that I wouldn’t have expected from them.

Enjoyment/Overall: If you're looking for a well-written, action-oriented show (admittedly, not for the squeamish) with really strong character development, I highly recommend GRZ.

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*Powerful opening episode plus a strong ending makes Ga-Rei Zero a definite must see for action fans.*

“Will you kill someone you love because of love?”

Those who have already seen Ga-Rei Zero (GRZ) are probably sick of reading the quote above, but it is nonetheless an effective quote to advertise for GRZ. I still remember what initially caught my interest in GRZ, it was the amazing trailer. Boy, how misleading it was …

Don’t get me wrong, Ga-Rei Zero is quite fabulous indeed. The synopsis may sound generic, but the technique used to present the story that will eventually lead into Ga-Rei (manga) is what makes this gem a success in this recessional era. The excitement level of GRZ can be described by a simple parabolic function (think of the letter “U”), though the initial point stands out a lot more than the ending. This is analogous to say you drop a ball from great height and watch it fall down and slowly climb back up. But no matter how hard it tries, in the end it cannot go back to the initial height.

The plot of GRZ is extremely well thought out and well executed to say the least. Given the length of the series it is a very enthralling little show. Demon hunting may be the first thing come to mind after reading the simple summary of the anime. But what lies beneath that outer layer is the fragile little thing known as friendship and what happens to it when that treasure betrays oneself; that is the true moral of the story. Please keep in mind that GRZ is simply the prequel to the actual story in Ga-Rei (manga) thus you may find some unsatisfactory conclusion with regards to certain people or certain things.

Giant CG rolling dinosaurs on fire seem unnecessary but they served their purpose. The way some of the dramatic scenes were animated could have used a little more work. For instance it is possible to create a more nauseating scene by using a more unique camera angle/position rather than attempting to semi censor the scene with dull lifeless angles. On a more positive note, the animation quality is pretty consistent throughout the series and the characters themselves look great, especially when compared to the drawings in the manga. The battle animations are perhaps the most notable positive feature to the show. Fluid dynamic animation plus smooth scene to scene transitions also helped make GRZ one of the better animated shows of the season. It is evident that a lot of effort has been put into the show by the animation crew, even the backgrounds in each scene is very detailed.

As should be expected from an action oriented anime, the music is very outstanding. From the OP to battle BGM to ED, they all suit their theme well. The OP was nominated by fans as one of the top ten 2008 anime OP. Voicing-wise, Minori Chinhara was great playing as Kagura, and the unrecognizable voice change for the OP just makes it all the better. While there are not many superstar level seiyu (ie. award winners), it seems all characters received a suitable voice for themselves thus you will unlikely to have to clean your ears after watching each episode.

Unlike most single season anime, GRZ is not one where you should marathon through in a day. It is as if Ei Aoki (director of GRZ) just had an uncontrollable diarrhea. He literally dumps all the nasty stuff at you right from the start. You are bound to be confused after the first two episodes. Take it easy, we have all been through that stage. It will be tempting to keep on watching, but take my advice if you want to retain some sanity; stop there and think about what happened so far as things will go downhill from here.

If you don’t quite enjoy watching flying limbs or spurting blood, I suggest you stick to the TV release as they censored the “ugly” stuff in most cases. I also don’t recommend fans of Natsuki Kuga from Mai-HiME (or Natsuki Kruger in Mai Otome) to watch this as there is a certain someone here by the name of Natsuki Kasuga who also happens to be a motorbike chick with strong connection to dual wielding pistols. Though the difference here is how minor a role she plays and the cruel fate that awaits her.

One thing that I didn’t enjoy about GRZ is the sudden appearance of cheesy RPG-like weapons after episode one. Bullet shooting suitcase? Metal drill knuckle? Outrageous combat wheelchair? None of that were in the trailer! And none of those were anywhere near as exciting as the hot motorbike or the dual pistols. Now that I think about it, I feel like I got trolled by the trailer. Anyway, aside from the opening episode I wouldn’t call GRZ particular “groundbreaking”, but it is unquestionably one of the best (if not THE best) action anime for the fall season of 2008. read more

First of all, I must mention I knew absolutely nothing about GRZ before watching it. When I did watch it, the dull-looking action and cliché lines in the first episode did little to interest me. If it wasn’t for the unexpectedly shocking cliffhanger, I would not have watched further. But now, I am truly glad I did.

My summary of GRZ is “A tale of 2 friends as they struggle between their supernatural duties and their love.”

I believe even that is a much better summary than the one more commonly used. To sum GRZ as “They protect Japanese soil and its people from supernatural and paranormal events” makes it appear this is another plotless, fight after fight, typical shounen title. Granted, the first episode might convince most viewers it is but I can guarantee you the series itself is not. GRZ is in fact filled with believable drama, moments of comedy and, of course, blood-gory action :)

The story of GRZ starts off (arguably) slow, mostly character development which sadly also results in a lack of vitality. I believe the creators intended the suspense created by the first 2 episodes to be enough to keep action fans tuned in, at least until the good part comes. Unfortunately that was a wrong decision. Nonetheless it is the latter half where the main plot kicks in. Once there you will be presented with a roller-coaster of emotions and seemingly endless blood :). However, as exciting as it is, you also can't help but feel the story's overall impact is hindered by some some sort of cliché. I too felt this but I also believe this can excused thanks to the intensity and sense of inevitability this kind of plot brings (you'll understand what I mean when you watch it).

Now for the animation. Seriously, I could not find anything wrong with it (well, maybe the monsters could‘ve looked better). Overall, the characters moved fluidly. The colours were bright enough to include humour scenes but dark enough to keep the serious mood. Still-pictures and repeated scenes are kept to a minimum. My only complaint would be that it lacked any “mind-blowing” scenery or particularly-intense fight scenes. This kept it from being great but otherwise, very close.

For the sound, I would say it matched this kind of anime very well. The guys at AIC were certainly paying attention when fast-paced music was needed or if light-hearted sounds are better (well, I guess they‘re suppose to :P). Both the OP and ED are, by far, some of the better anime songs I know. The fact that they were sung by the voice actors of Kagara and Yomi respectively only made it more pleasing. OP and ED aside though, the actual soundtrack used, despite being effective, are nothing amazing. Nonetheless they are still very much above average and thus, worthy of praise.

Finally, the characters.
Appearance-wise, all the characters are fairly standard-looking. Body-proportions are realistic (for animes). The faces are recognizable, not quite unique but neither would they bother anyone. Basically everyone looks standard :)
Personality-wise, the characters are fairly well made. For the main characters you have, Kagura, the cute and talented but too-nice-to-reach-full-potential type. Then you have, Yomi, the beautiful, already strong, everybody-likes-her-and-she-likes-everybody-but she-likes-kagura-the-most type (sorry, just trying to be accurate). As for the supporting cast, everyone has their own little quirky trait but none crossing anime absurdity (ok, maybe Michael, the naked guy). Overall, though a little stereotypical at times, they are all likable and real enough to (possibly) evoke deep emotions and place a lasting impression in you (personal opinion may vary).

Again, when watching GRZ please do not use the first couple episodes to judge it (unless you like them of course). It’s (arguably) slow start should be forgiven for it’s gripping story and presentation in the latter half. Generally though, GRZ should satisfy most anime fans. If you like heart-wrenching drama then you would find yourself absorbed into Kagura and Yomi’s beautiful friendship. If you prefer cool, action fight scenes then the level of intensity and gore of GRZ would leave you satisfied (particularly the latter half). If you fall in either, or more likely, both categories then the likelihood of disliking GRZ is, probably, zero (pun intended). read more

Ga-Rei -Zero- is set as the prequel to Ga-Rei the manga. The manga, itself, is a supernatural action shounen so Ga-Rei -Zero- is set in the same way. While knowing the setting of the manga helps to understand the anime better, it is definitely not required to read the manga beforehand to enjoy Ga-Rei -Zero-. This viewer had never heard of Ga-Rei before the anime, yet was still able to enjoy the Ga-Rei -Zero-.

For those not familiar with the Ga-Rei setting, it is essentially about an agency that hunts rogue spirits using exorcists. A Ga-Rei is a spirit beast that exorcists use in addition to other exotic weapons and traditional swords to fight supernatural enemies.

Story: The storytelling for Ga-Rei was nothing short of amazing. The first two episodes occur chronologically towards the end of the series, but set up a conflict during which the rest of the series tries to explain how events lead up to such a conflict. This leaves the viewer constantly guessing throughout the series, giving enjoyment through suspense. At the same time, the viewer is greeted with several humorous scenes through the show that help lighten the mood and make you enjoy the characters.

Art: The animation for Ga-Rei isn't extraordinary or anything. It gets the job done. The supernatural enemies look disgusting and allow you to develop a hatred for them. The characters are drawn in a way that you develop interest in them. The action looks fluid and is pleasing to watch.

Sound: What really stood out to me in Ga-Rei was the sound. The background music really fit the mood well and after every episode, it left me questioning when the OST would come out. Furthermore, the Ga-Rei anime comes out with an amazing image and insert song CD, many of the songs which are used in fitting moments throughout Ga-Rei. Both the OP and ED fit the anime as well.

Character: Ga-Rei really focuses on developing the two main characters, Kagura and Yomi. While I feel that the other characters weren't developed as much as I would have liked, the story is really focused on Kagura and Yomi and only their development is crucial to the story. The way Kagura and Yomi interact together and towards other characters seems appropriate for their age and their past experiences and because of their interaction with each other, they change and part of the story is watching their growth.

Enjoyment: The combination of a great storyline as well as well-done action sequences put to an outstanding soundtrack makes this anime incredibly enjoyable for me. Once you start the anime, at least for the first couple of episodes, it's almost impossible to stop. The first few episodes demand the viewer to watch them one after another. Combined with the humorous yuri moments and other cute moments, Ga-Rei does its best to tell a story that can both standalone, but at the same time, persuade the viewer to continue the series into the manga. read more

One of the better animes I've ever seen. Top notch stuff. Everything about this anime was just really well done. I loved the characters, (even if most of them were portrayed differently from the manga). There was action, there was comedy, and there was sorrow. Everything really was put together beautifully.

Story- Very interesting story. I didn't read the manga so even when I started watching it, it wasn't outrageously hard to understand. I actually didn't know this was a prequel till later, so that's a good sign at how easy the story was to follow.What I have to say about it thought was about how misleading the first episode was. Not gonna spoil too much, but there's a hot chick on a motorcycle wearing a tight orange jump suit. Mmmmm sexy.

Art- Art was A+ in my book. I've never been big on the realistic look. I've always enjoyed the slightly cartooney and colorful art style, and Ga-Rei -Zero- had that. The fight scenes were great. They were easy to follow, and featured some really bad ass moves. Definitely the type of shounen somebody might like if they enjoyed giant monsters fighting each other and ridiculous fight scenes pulled off by little girls. Gotta see it to believe it, but once again, A+ grade stuff.

Sound- Sound was good. Loved the voice actors, they worked really well to pull off the characters emotions. Sound track fitted the situations nicely and I liked it alot. I'm never to picky with sound, but Ga-Rei -Zero- was good.

Characters- Awesome character development. I really felt for them in their times of peril, anger, and joy. They each fitted into the story nicely, and all played their parts. They had some love going on in their (which I adored cause pairings are what make animes worth watching when people aren't hacking each others heads off), and some slight yuri if you could call it that.

Enjoyment- Enjoyed this to put it simply. It was fun to watch, I rarely got bored (it had it's slow moments) but they were able to pull through with some gut busting fights. Still nice for those who enjoy the mystery and suspension of wondering what's gonna happen next. It had it's drama, and all in all, it was a really well rounded anime that I think a lot of people could easily enjoy, even if they don't like the whole shounen idea.

Overall- Definitely one of the best animes I've ever seen, like I've said before. It had everything I liked. A little love, drama, action, fanservice. It was awesome. I recommend it for anyone to watch. read more

Ga-Rei -Zero- is an excellent supernatural action horror series that is the anime adaptation prequel to the ongoing manga series Ga-Rei. For a series to contain light-hearted and dark themes, it brings up great results from both.

Early in the story, the audience is often introduced to several WTF moments. Despite the confusion in the beginning episodes, everything becomes clear once the flashback scenario is introduced to the story. The main focus in the story involves the sisterly (not related by blood) bond of Yomi Isayama and Kagura Tsuchimiya. The two girls are exorcists of the Supernatural Disaster Prevention Office which is on duty to protect Japanese society from supernatural causes. During their time spent together, Yomi and Kagura occasionally bring light-hearted moments that certainly makes their relationship meaningful to one another. It wasn't until the later flashback episodes that the story eventually heads into a dark theme that is both shocking and thrilling in its results.

With the story mainly focusing on Yomi and Kagara, they are the two characters that get the most development in Ga-Rei -Zero-. This becomes beneficial though because Yomi and Kagara are certainly well-liked and provide great development from their characters. Because the story focuses Yomi and Kagara's relationship, there isn't much development from the other characters. Still, the other characters certainly have their moments and roles that becomes necessary to the story.

The animation of Ga-Rei -Zero- does well in most of its areas. Along with the good background drawings, there is a good use of lightning and color effects that highlight the powers of an exorcist. The character designs are drawn well with good coloring in most scenes. Only a few times in certain scenes do the character designs look inconsistent.

The sound was probably the best highlight in this series. The opening and ending theme songs are mainly great tunes and the bgms fit the themes perfectly in Ga-Rei -Zero- scenes. Ga-Rei -Zero- is also provided with a seiyu cast that did a good job fulfilling roles of certain characters. Kaoru Mizuhara (Yomi Isayama), Minori Chihara (Kagura Tsuchimiya), and Norio Wakamoto (Nabuu Brothers) were among certain seiyu's that brought great performances from their characters.

Overall, Ga-Rei -Zero- is certainly a series worth considering since it brings out great results in both lighthearted and dark themes in its story. For this series to be a prequel, it certainly comes up as successful advertisement to get viewers interested in the manga series Ga-Rei. Any viewers that enjoy their lighthearted and dark themes will certainly not be disappointed in this series.



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Ga Rei: Zero’s high octane first episode introduces us to a troupe of interesting characters, filled with spirited action, a dark storyline and… death. Within twenty-two minutes, it offers a plot twist to shock the viewer. As a result, the quick pacing is disorienting, foreshadowing a show in love with combat and slacking on story.

Ga Rei: Zero is anything but that. From episode two, the narrative takes a decidedly steady stride after forcing our heads underwater. Letting us come up for air, its easy to take in the world. Set in an alternate version of Japan, the government is engaged in a secret war with the paranormal enlisting the help of exorcists. Being from a family of exorcists herself, Kagura is pulled into the struggle of ‘good vs. evil’. Now in any other anime this set up would be an excuse for large-scale battles between spirits and their hunters. But Ga Rei: Zero uses it as a frame to focus on the associations of its characters.

Centering on the relationship of the dark-haired Yomi and the younger Kagura, the story seems more slice of life than science fiction, as the two grow to love one another as sisters. At times it appears like the plot is having an identity crisis, focusing on the playful exchanges of the pair before shifting gears into a supernatural skirmish. While jarring at first blush, the writers took effort to weave the two strands together, carefully paving the heroine’s path to a momentous climax.

Midnight hues evoke a gloom that haunts over the cast. Colors are appropriately muted during moments of tension. These scenes feel almost like watercolors at moments, fluorescent lighting casting a thin haze over the crisp drawings. Serving as the perfect stage, these set pieces host seamless animation, though the action can seem a bit stiff at times when slow motion is used. The only major detractor is the obtrusive CGI, a blending of cell shading and realistic textures, which feels out of place. A glaring example is the gargantuan Kasha beast in the first episode. Its flames look plastic and the edges of grey skin are jagged from poor aliasing.


The brisk opening "Paradise Lost" by Minori Chihara has a tinge of pessimism while reflecting on the ties of love. It’s pleasant to the ear while tied to the motifs of the Ga Rei: Zero, which is what every OP should do. The ending theme "Yume no Ashioto ga Kikoeru" by Mizuhara Kaoru is filled with melancholy, sober when compared to the Chihara’s offering. Both pieces are excellent and are accompanied by an appropriate soundtrack that has a similar sound. The voice acting is done well, Kagura’s innocence perfectly captured while Yomi’s expressions are handled expertly from teasing to tender. Nothing really stands out from the supporting cast except for Mitogawa, the villain, whose innocent tone is both vacant and eerie.

Ga Rei: Zero offers the typical shounen tango of heroes and baddies as a young heroine comes to term with the assertive grip of ‘destiny’. Kagura questions if it’s acceptable to kill the possessed corpses who still look human. The protagonist’s vacillation is the girl’s tragic flaw that inevitably leads her to the footsteps of the stunning conclusion. Admirably maturing Kagura through the twelve episodes from vulnerability to independence, Ga Rei: Zero executes an effective coming of age tale.

Yomi acts as a foil to Kagura’s growth. As the story progresses, she becomes less and less grounded in reality. It’s disheartening to watch her mentally unravel, her transformation is perversely beautiful as the once a supportive guide becomes the antagonists.

Sadly, the supporting characters are an expendable commodity in this production. The audience is introduced to a whole platoon of faces, from those in the Minstry of Defense, to those in the Agency. The program has no shame, liberally murdering likable persona throughout the installments.

Taking a simple formula of mixing Ghostbusters, Men In Black, and a bit of high school drama, Ga Rei became a wildly popular manga in Japan. Ga Rei: Zero serves as a prequel to the drawn word, focusing on the relationship of Kagura and her adoptive sister Yomi. Narratives of this nature raise a few questions: Is it accessible to those who are not familiar with franchise? If so, does the program offer anything to those foreign to the series?

The answer to both is an emphatic yes. Ga Rei: Zero serves a powerful story, wrought with impact, memorable characters and excellent production value. Not only does it reinforce the happenings of the main storyline, it seduces you into the dark embrace of Kagura’s world, imploring that you give the manga at least a passing glance. read more

I had gone into this anime with very high hopes, because I just love the manga, but my hopes were partly crushed, but I'll get to that later.

Story: The idea of a department specially for paranormal phenomens is special and great. It's absolutely awesomely made and well thought out. Basically that's it for the story. Of course they're mixing problems in to make it more interesting, which goes well with the anime. You probably won't find another anime such as this one.

Art: It was very good. The fights were animated pretty good and you can tell that the fights are meant to look better than the average, but it wasn't always top notch in the "every day life" scenes, but as I said, the fights are always first class in terms of animation.

Sound: energetic, powerful opening and ending, it fits the anime so well in terms of the theme and fights. The backgroundmusic adds the perfect tune to the atmosphere, it doesn't matter whether it is a fight, a more dramatic scene or a happy one. They always fit in, just perfect.
They seiyuus also did very well here. Yomi's seiyuu impressed me most though. Her voice was almost different in serious moments, when you compare them to happy, light ones.

Character: Kagura, Yomi and also everyone who is important for the story had some developement. Though their's is the most significant.
Kagura who was weak at the beginning showed strengh throughout the series, but fell back once again. With her it went back and forth, but in the end her character is well developed and strong enough to take a lead for a mission.

Yomi's character changed most in this anime. Her cheerful and open attitude changed into a dark and sometimes pretty scary one. Also, her change was the most important one here, for the story and also for Kagura's developement.

Enjoyment: You'll probably enjoy this anime. But you'll definitely enjoy it more, when you watch it, before you read the manga, for several reasons like the story. You might think it's been changed completely, but in fact it's the pre-story for the manga, which would be another reason.

Overall: a felicitous anime, which brings good action, decent comedy and a bit of shoujo-ai throughout the series. You'll meet great characters and an amazing plot. I can only recommend it to you. My score would have been higher, if I would have watched it before I read the manga.
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First of all, I have not read the manga, but I am told that this is a prequel to it. Makes sense, since it is titled Ga-Rei "-Zero-."

Ga-Rei -Zero- is a series with many surprises. The first two episodes misled me into thinking that this was an action-packed anime with little drama or deep themes. But the entire series as a whole was deeply touching, focusing more on the friendship and love between two protagonists, Tsuchimiya Kagura and Isayama Yomi, as they go through thick and thin down a path that eventually splits into two.

I was deeply impressed with the presentation of Ga-Rei -Zero-. The first two episodes are almost unrelated to the entire story, but helps viewers to get a better understanding of the situation. Afterward, Ga-Rei -Zero- focuses on the central plot of the story with little to no episodic plots. There are some comedic parts to lighten the mood here and there.

Characters were skillfully designed and came alive in Ga-Rei -Zero-. Through various interactions, each character, even minor ones, developed and changed throughout the story.

The art and sound were good. Many of the fast-pace battle scenes were very smooth and exciting to watch as the characters and their surroundings changed constantly and smoothly. The many different background music fitted many scenes, whether they were comedic or serious.

Overall, Ga-Rei -Zero- was very impressive, and I suggest those who enjoy well thought out anime should definitely watch it. However, it is a bit melancholic and serious, so for those who enjoy a lighthearted anime, look elsewhere. read more

Based on Segawa Hajime's manga Ga-Rei, Ga-Rei: Zero is a prequel set two years before the main storyline of the manga series. Ranging from action-packed episodes to some Yuri-esqued goodness, -zero appeals to a wide variety of viewers.

As with your prequels, it is HIGHLY recommended to read the first three volumes of the manga before watching this show. The story is based on the character Isayama Yomi and the heroine of Ga-Rei, Tsuchimiya Kagura. We see the introduction of these two characters during their childhood, the development of their bond as 'sisters', the growth of their characters over the years, and the events that led to the very start of the manga.

As per the art, let my inner fanboy take control of the review for the moment.
[fanboy]I am highly disappointed as to how Kagura-chan was drawn. She's just not as cute compared to her manga counterpart. Though some elements did more than make up for this sorely missed character trait...[/fanboy]
Now that's out of the way, -zero has solid character design with very fluid animation. There are some rather insignificant scenes that are shoddily drawn to the point of hilarity, that is more than offset by the sheer quality of the fanservice scenes!

As per the sound, I'm not really good at describing the different kinds of BGM tracks -zero used. Though I can say that the tracks blended with the various scenes of the anime. Not only that, the OP Paradise Lost is quite catchy. Likes and Dislikes concerning music varies from person to person, so either watch the show or get the OST.

As per your prequels, the story usually focuses on certain characters that are influential to the current timeline. Star Wars had Anakin, FFVII had Zack, and Ga-Rei had Yomi. We get to see how her character grows throughout the show along with her 'sister' Kagura. From the ups and downs to the everyday life, things aren't so easy when you are an exorcist. Of course there are also various secondary characters of varying importance that help shape our heroines, they are just not as important (and as cute/hot) as Kagura and Yomi.

Overall, I found -zero to be quite enjoyable and fulfilling in terms of service and story. This prequel filled a rather important plot hole in the manga that elevated Yomi's importance as a character, especially in Kagura's life. I would highly recommend this anime to people who enjoy a little bit of everything, though you may want to stay away if you don't enjoy seeing blood, fanservice, and the always appreciated Yuri overtones. read more