Vividred Operation

What makes a good show good, is the storyline. However the story itself isn't strong enough to determine how a show is considered as well done. Instead 'character' is the main core in driving a story forward. And this shines in Vividred Operation. The friendship between the girls displays a heartwarming bond that slowly develops throughout the series. You may think a well-defined original plot is essential in deciding the final outcome of what is considered to be an excellent show, yet in Vividred I find it not completely necessary.

Instead the storyline in Vividred serves to help in developing this bond further. With ... each fight against the Alones, we see Akane and her friends developed a stronger relation with one another. Personally I feel a warm sensation when watching this relationship grows. Despite the unique traits of each character, their friendship comes together with the mighty cheerful Akane that undertakes the center role of bringing their friendship as one. With each girl; Aoi, Wakaba and Himawari, that have their own individual concerns in the beginning they show what friendship itself means to them and displays it through a touching confession to the opposite party and this brings an understanding between one another. Watching as each girl friendship grows deeper is truly inspiring. Life can only get as exciting as it is unless breaking through the limits of one's solitude.

For the story of Alones existence trying to destroy the Manifestor engine is so-so. Girls in pilot suits that are extremely overpowered may not create much tension in defeating the enemy but the teamwork between friends that happens especially when they are 'Docking', is an example of things that are only achievable with the co-operation between friends. Though the show does turn out to explain the appearance and reason behind the attacks I find it is more enjoyable seeing Akane and her friends working and playing together.

Personally I find the opening and ending song to be lighthearted that really suits my point of a deeper friendship exhibiting in this anime. Overall bgm is nice and soothing especially at times in down moments.

The art may not be outstanding but it was pretty pleasant that was just right for this kind of show. The sun that sheen the blue skies throughout the series with never really a dull moment in the setting really keeps the mood spirit of the audience high.

To sum it up I believe that if you are searching for a heavily-focused story then this show isn't what you're looking for. However the show is only well developed with the use of characters and this is well portrayed in Vividred that really uses the storyline of the Alones and the Manifestor Engine, itself as the basis of building each character. Without these girls and their bond, we'll just be seeing a unscientific creature that tries to destroy the Manifestor engine where the development of the show can go entirely on a different route and thus this feeling of a heartwarming friendship is lost.


To make it clear in one sentence: Friendship shines in Vividred Operation and it is developed through the use of the plot that brings together this warm sincere bond.

The actual plot of the anime is quite unrealistic since it involves loli fighting evil aliens trying to destroy futuristic technology that the world runs on. Although the technologies aren't too impossible, most of them would be impractical in the real world. This anime is much more well-know for the fanservice than it is for its story.
The art and animation is the main attraction here. Everything from the character designs to the world layout are done quite well. Some of the villains look a bit generic, but they at least die in interesting ways. The school uniforms ditch the traditional skirt and instead go with ... boy shorts in order to display the characters' beautiful asses. The lolis are all very adorable even when they're intended to be antagonists.
The voices all fit the characters with the intentional exception of the grandfather who looks like a stuffed animal, although this was in order to keep the "magical girl familiar/recruiter who looks like a stuffed animal" trope while also keeping the show sci-fi only without other magic. The aliens sounded generic, although not out of place, and the music was nice to listen to.
The characters personalities all fit fairly standard archetypes for the most part, but they were still fun to watch. Their feelings towards each other were surprisingly realistic considering their own mental ages. One of the girls has odd dietary habits and has tried to encourage the others to try it out.
Despite the mediocrity of the components of the show, this was extremely enjoyable to watch. The cute characters, the illogical lore, and unique transformation scenes all help to create an atmosphere that is fun to partake in even if it wouldn't be your first choice to recommend when someone asks for "good anime". It all depends on your taste, but if you're okay with nonsensical battles and constant fanservice then you'll probably like this show.
With all things considered the show itself may not be of any literary merit, but it's still unlikely to feel like wasted time. It's also great if you're a bit tired and can't take the effort to pay attention to an in-depth story but would rather just watch cute girls fight monsters. Don't expect to come out of this with a new favourite anime, but you also shouldn't pass it off just because it isn't well written. It's definitely worth a shot, but don't be afraid to drop it since the quality is pretty consistent throughout the show.

Sometimes i am very happy that i rarely drop an anime, i mean i want to believe that this could become something greater than expected and many time i was dissapointed, but not this time, not Vividred Operation.

This anime is produced by A-1 Picture, famous for SAO, Ano Hana, etc... so i had high hope while marathon through this show. Well and i was very sad that's it was nothing good, everything was just very typical, so it's very boring. Although it's label sci-fi but it is actually a mahou-shoujo-look-like anime, well this is the end of the world anyway.

But i never expected it turned ... out to be very much better at the end, maybe that's A-1''s habit? Well that's how i feel, you should check it for yourself.

Well one more thing that's good about this show is its animation, very colorful, very detail and beautiful coming along with some amazing soundtracks.

Warning: watch this in BD becoz there are some very detail nude scenes ( boobs i mean), that's the end. Enjoy

Vividred Operation : Fan Service Mecha Mahou Shoujo. Thats all, no others.

Okay, I had seen Madoka Magica and Nanoha, but not with Strike Witches or another mecha mahou shoujo show. So, I will just write my review based on that.

ALERT : There will be spoiler.

It takes place in a futuristic world with advanced technology. That world suddenly attacked by monsters and only a few girls capable to fight it. Using an advanced technology, they transform into a Mecha Mahou Shoujo (with fan service). The transformation result is a girl wearing a suit of armor that really fancy and shining. These girls fight and become stronger ... by strengthen their friendship. They fight and keep fighting. The final battle, they fight a giant monster that can destroy their world. They fight it with the sole purpose to save their friend whose been trapped by that monster (take a note, they fight for their friend, not for their world. teheee). Finally they defeat that monster and the world become peaceful again. END OF SUMMARY.

This anime has an excellent art done by A-1 Picture and good sound, but it's not come with a good story and character development. I quite enjoy the show at first, but the last few episodes just boring. Overall I can only give this anime the score 7.

So, If you wish to watch a mahou shoujo like anime, this one is not exactly correct. Try Madoka or Nanoha instead. If you want to watch mecha anime, this one also not exactly correct. BUT, if you wish to watch those genre blend into one, this anime is recommended.

I write this anime based on my personal opinion. So, if you disagree with me or have some questions, just ask me via message or comment on my profile, I will gladly accept it.

Please enjoy the show...
WineZ

The tagline of this show should be, "Just like Strike Witches, but even more so!"

The plot is basically the same, some of the characters look alike, and just to make sure you don't miss the similarity, they hit you over the head with it in the first episode by throwing in a gratuitous scene where the heroine climbs a tree to save a cute little animal. You know, just like that identical scene in the first episode of Strike Witches. Maybe they were worried someone might accuse them of being original.

If the similarity bothers you, don't watch this. As for me, originality ... is way down on my list of important qualities I look for in anime, so I'm fine with it.

Story: 5

Giant robotic aliens are attacking the earth. A group of teenage girls has the power to defeat them, aided by technology created by the father... I mean, grandfather... of one of these magical girls, which allows them to fly around in their panties... I mean, in their shorts... and fight the aliens from the sky. If this plot sounds familiar, you've probably seen Strike Witches.

The main difference is the setting. Instead of a WW2-era alternate history, this one takes place in a near-future utopian society, where all the world's problems have been solved by unlimited access to essentially free energy. Of course, such a setting would be boring in an action anime, so naturally a bunch of alien robots have to show up to spoil everything. How rude of them.

As is typical in shows like this, the traditional military is powerless against these robots, so of course it's up to a handful of teenage girls with high tech weapons and powers to save the world. Take this show with a grain of salt and a double helping of willing suspension of disbelief.

Art: 6

Clean, bright, and shiny, just like you would expect from the kind of utopia the show presents. The character designs are cute, although they're not even trying to hide the fact that Akane is clearly based on Yoshika from Strike Witches.

The "mahou shoujo" transformations have an interesting high-tech flavor to them, reminding you that this is science fiction, not fantasy. Aside from that, they're your typical "superhero costume gradually appears on the girl" transformations.

Notes on fanservice: some nudity, but not a lot.

Sound: 5

Nothing wrong with it, but nothing really stands out either. The voice acting is fine. The theme song is fun but not as catchy as some. Akane's "vroom vroom" sing-songs as she rides her levitating scooter are cute.

Characters: 6

The heroines are all right, though not particularly interesting. They're stereotypical: the cheerful girl, the nice girl, the athletic girl, and the emotionless girl. Each of the heroines is associated with a different color and weapon. They can power up by "docking" with the main heroine in a slightly homoerotic version of the mahou shoujo transformation scene. (Speaking of which, there's a lot of innuendo built into the Vivid system, such as the fact that all the girls' main weapons have "naked" in their names. I suspect Grandpa is a closet pervert)

The most interesting character in the show is the villainess, but then I've always been a fan of sympathetic villains. In fact, you could even make the argument that she's the main character, despite not having as much screen time as Akane.

My main complaint is that the aforementioned grandfather's transformation into a stuffed animal serves no purpose in the show. It just feels way too gimmicky, like they felt obligated to add a cute critter to the show and couldn't figure out a better way.

Enjoyment: 7

I really like the tone of this show. It has some slightly dark moments, but mostly it's upbeat, cheerful, and exciting. It's an ironic mixture of a plot that you just know can't end happily for everyone, and a tone that makes you believe it will somehow all work out in the end. Spoiler: it does. Admittedly, there's a bit of deus ex machina to resolve one of the main subplots, but at least it has a happy ending.

Overall: 6

If you're not looking for something original, this is a fun and entertaining anime. Worth watching if you're not expecting the greatest show you've ever seen.

Cute girls with cute bums wearing cute clothes saving the world through the power of friendship!

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Story is the usual Team Magical Girl fair, but fresh-feeling

Art is pretty and the animation is fluid. Special attention is dedicated to making sure their skin-tight shorts are reproduced to an exceptional degree...

Sound is very good, and the OP tune much too catchy!

... The characters are pretty slot-in - one is gung-ho, the next is tsundere, the next is shy and deliciate... You catch my drift. But they each bring something to the party and don't feel overused.

Enjoyment. Well. If you like 'cute girls doing cute things' you're set. If you like 60% of screen-time to be animated from low-behind camera angles, download right now ;)


Overall - not gonna set the world on fire, but what it sets out to do it does perfectly. 11/10, would watch again!

The animation in this show is really nice, but there are some parts that are just really awkward to someone who has no interest in pre-pubescent butts. The in-between-the-legs cam is really weird for me, especially since unlike many fanservice anime I’ve seen, the girls in this one seem much younger than usual… but the fact that this show actually has a somewhat interesting plot and seems to mix both the magical girls and mecha genres kept me watching. There’s one episode left for the season, I’m not sure if this is a one-season run or if there will be more after this, but it’s ... not that bad.

I do like the combination characters, Vivid Blue, Vivid Green and Vivid Yellow (incidentally, they have the appearance of adult women rather than young girls) the best.

The Opening theme, “ENERGY” by Earthmind is really catchy as well.

Vividred Operation was a weird series to watch. I really enjoyed it's message about friendship. I thought the idea of forgiving and identifying with your enemy was great. The daily life portions of the series were pretty entertaining and it wasn't too bad. It has some decent comedy as well.

Then the action scenes started... I was speechless. Not in a good way, mind you, but in a "why the heck am I watching this cheesy *$#^% ?" sort of way. This is another series that really sits well with preteens (I would think) but not for the late teen or older. It has a lot ... of good, but the bad was just so aweful that my opinion of the series completely dropped.

It has good artwork, and it's music is a little cheesy (more cheese). The voice acting is a little cheesy at times (and yet more cheese), but I loved the characters. It really does have a lot of appeal (cheese aside).

But, the action scenes! Oh lord help me please! The tone of the series changes when they perform their horribly cheesy (have I used this word enough?) power ups and combining and... who cares. If you can make it through horribly cheesy (have you been counting the use of this word yet?) action scenes then there is a good message in this series. If you can't, then do skip this one. I liked it a little, but the CHEESE was pretty bad in this one.

Not a must see, that's for sure.

A magical girl show with yuri elements. I think the art and animation are consistently good and it follows a simple story where the girls transform to fight monsters called Alone that threaten humanity and do some gay stuff there and there. The show also contains a lot of ass shots. A lot of budget definitely went into that. The story isnt that good and all they talk about is the power of friendship. However I think it is a funny and enjoyable show. The characters are also nice and cute. Rewatching this made me rethink how many things I have missed and forgot when ... I watch it back then, especially all the yuri sences.

I would said that Vividred Operation is definitely worth checking out, but it will definitely have you scratching your head as to what sort of Anime it is trying to be.

Vividred Operation feels like an odd version of Strike Witches, basically loli flying around in outfits that their parents would murder them in real life if they wore them trying to stop some alien invasion of sorts. The only thing is Strike Witches KNOWS its audience should be primarily teen males interested in naughty outfits and some drama for their age group. Vividred Operation appeals to the male demo with the clothes but ... the drama is mostly light and feels like it appeals it a much younger crowd, almost to the point of annoying your older viewer. That is why I place it at a 7.

The fight scenes were definitely very beautifully drawn and the sci-fi element was enough to keep me interested. Also, some nice plot twists, especially near the end to keep you in it if just to see how everything plays out. All in all, worth the time, only 12 episodes so you don't have too commit too much, but it seems all demo's will be disappointed in one way or the other.

I saw a preview of this anime on YouTube, and saw several scenes about the military which looked good to watch, that's why I tried watching this anime.
But unfortunately there are too many shortcomings!

1. The story telling is not neat, in my opinion this is almost similar to Mahou Shoujo anime or similar.

2. The character's character is bad, even though the character design is cute, it is made to be cheerful, even though it is in a state of war against the enemy.

3. There was a lot of screaming, I got bored hearing the voice of the main character who often shouted Aoichan......!!!

4. Comedy that ... is forced and doesn't know the place, in my opinion, is very inappropriate in the midst of a battle that claimed many victims inserted with comedy that isn't even funny at all.

Finally, this anime is only shown to people who like fan service and does not prioritize the storyline or anything else, So I hope you don't watch it unless it's just for fun without thinking about how this anime conveys the story.