Jan 5, 2024
Magipoka was one of the very first anime I watched, and having recently rewatched it 15 years later, I think I actually like it even more than I did back then! Or at least I found new things to appreciate.
Good: It really has a unique vibe, and the surrealist elements make it stand out. The characters are super charming of course, and I also love how this show isn't afraid to have attractive male side-characters that the girls actively fawn over. Despite ostensibly being an ecchi comedy, they are depicted with genuine agency and they're allowed to be silly or stupid or unattractive sometimes!
Bad: There's
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a couple weird moments that don't really work for me, and the way the rule of three is used almost formulaically doesn't always quite hit (Or rather, a lot of the time it's extended to a "rule of 4" which can feel a bit dragged out). I would also have liked if it was a bit less episodic so there could be some lasting development and an overarching story.
Music: The soundtrack is actually excellent. Beautifully written and arranged, with live instruments everywhere. The way the opening theme is used as a leitmotif is really skillful and fun too. Coupled with the competent musical direction it's a lovely musical experience overall. Here's an extra sentence to emphasize how much I like this soundtrack!
Best girl: In 2008 I thought Pachira was best girl, but now that I'm older I have to change my mind to Aiko! She's selfless, skilled, calm and smart and she has 4GB of memory!
Reviewer’s Rating: 8
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