Noragami OVA

The Noragami OVA's or, in this case OAD's were pretty decent. You all know already OVA's are usually fillers and in Noragami's case that concept doesn't change. While they are fillers they're not bad though, they don't really have continuity with the story but there is enjoyment here.

I personally really liked Noragami, and just the same I really liked these OVA's despite the fact that they aren't really story associated. Both episodes take place after the events of the anime i'm pretty sure, and that's actually cool considering OVA's usually happen sometime during the show in between episodes. While it isn't story heavy, the ... first episode does explore a bit more of the God's lore. The first episode mainly showcases Yato's antics and it's pretty entertaining to see with some appearances from the anime's side characters which is nice to see. The episode wasn't anything special at all, but it entertaining and a fun watch nonetheless. The second episode was better, showing alot of chemistry and interplay between the other God's. While it didn't have action, i really enjoyed seeing the Gods all come together and interact with eachother. The characters are fleshed out a bit more and like I said it's nice to see them all hang out with eachother. There is a bit of a plot twist that makes things a bit more interesting but again it's nothing spectacular. It was funny to see things so light hearted and then take a crazy turn towards the end. The Gods all had funny moments and i'd say that and their interplay together entertained me the most. The animation and sound goes without saying, they are fantastic just as they are in the show.

Overall i enjoyed them, they're nothing that great but I did like them and I don't feel I wasted my time at all. If you liked the show i'd give this a watch. It's full of lighthearted funny moments and further develops the characters of the show.

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These were a fine pair of OVAs and I enjoyed watching them. There is some handwringing in other reviews over the order to watch them and how good they are because of whether or not they are canon, but I'm not really too worried about that. The first one is a little strange because its exact timing is indeterminate. Technically, yes, the second episode can only take place after the first six episodes of Noragami Aragoto, but they're not some big reveals that the episode hinges on, but some context that fills in a few moments. So if you're looking for a correct order for ... viewing it would be Noragami -> first episode of Noragami OVA -> first six episodes of Noragami Aragoto -> second episode of Noragami OVA.

The episodes themselves were fun moments with Yato and the whole gang, with basically all the main characters making a good appearance. There were some technical things that felt off (like the English translation) but nothing dealbreaking. Yato inhabits Hiyori's body but it doesn't get as pervy as it almost does, which is pretty funny. The running gag I did not expect was Yato being tied up and almost being dumped in a bucket of wet cement.

It's a fun little time and definitely helps fill the void for animation of this show since it's been half a decade since anything was made for this show. I guess just go to the manga? It could be comfy.

Wow, way to shit on a series. The OVA that should not have been.

The first episode just fucks up the series royally and after having watched the series it is hard to see that as canon.

The second episode is a bit better but in the end still feels off-canon and weird. Also, it includes spoilers since it skips quite a few volumes.

If you like Noragami, do yourself a favour and don't watch this till you've watched everything else.

Since this review was supposedly still not long enough, I'll have to write some more.
I really don't understand for who the second episode of the OVA was meant ... for since it was in the middle of some situation which the viewer who came straight from the series wouldn't know.